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Danang and Hoi An, located in Central Vietnam, are among the top five destinations for digital nomads—individuals who leverage technology to work remotely while exploring different places. These cities offer a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, along with an affordable cost of living, making them ideal for this modern workforce. Danang, especially, stands out for its seamless fusion of cultural and historical richness with natural wonders. With a modest average rent of $355 and a bowl of delicious pho costing just $1.60, Danang presents an attractive proposition for digital nomads. The iconic Dragon Bridge, featured in the image below, is one of the city’s many landmarks. Travel Off Path recommends several must-visit attractions in Danang, including the famous Ba Na Peak at the Sun World Ba Na Hills tourist area. Here, adventurers can marvel at the breathtaking Golden Bridge, taste the exquisite Sun KraftBeer, and find serenity at the tranquil Linh Ung Pagoda, an...

Ho Chi Minh City police detained Le Sy Manh, a former Vietnamese international footballer, for assaulting a referee during an amateur tournament. The incident, which occurred on December 22, 2024, sparked outrage as a video of Manh’s violent reaction to receiving a red card went viral. Manh, a member of the Thanh Hoa City senior team, lashed out at referee Pham Van Nguyen after being shown a yellow card for a foul. He slapped the referee and was subsequently shown a red card, leading to an even more aggressive response. Manh kicked and punched Nguyen, with the entire incident being captured on camera and shared widely across social media platforms. Born in 1984 in Thanh Hoa Province, Manh represented Vietnam from 2009 to 2010. Throughout his club career, he played for prominent teams such as Hanoi T&T, Vissai Ninh Binh, FLC Thanh Hoa, Quang Nam, Xuan Thanh Sai Gon, and Hai Phong. The Ho Chi Minh City Police’s swift action in detaining Manh sends a strong message about their comm...

During the final month of the year, Vietnam offers a wide range of experiences that captivate travelers, according to the article. In the northern region, as winter sets in, destinations like Hanoi and Sa Pa become even more enchanting with their cool temperatures and misty landscapes. On the other hand, the southern region, including Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, enjoys pleasant warmth and abundant sunshine. Whether it’s exploring the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and its ancient temples or cruising through the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, Vietnam’s diverse scenery never fails to impress. For the adventurous souls, trekking through lush terraced rice fields in the highlands or embarking on thrilling motorbike rides along winding coastal roads are highly recommended. In December, the festive atmosphere adds a special charm with colorful celebrations taking place during Christmas and the upcoming lunar New Year holiday. Affordable Luxury Travel suggests that visitors to Vietna...

This event was part of a series of activities to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the formation and development of the city, as well as Da Lat’s recognition as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of music. During the cultural exchange, artists from Da Lat and Chuncheon showcased traditional cultural and artistic performances, aiming to promote the cultural heritage of each country and locality. In his speech, Dang Quang Tu, Chairman of the Da Lat city People’s Committee, highlighted the friendly relationship between Da Lat and Chuncheon, which was established in 2016 and further strengthened by the twinning relationship in 2019. Tu mentioned that the two cities have successfully carried out various exchange and cooperation activities, including friendly visits and the exchange of delegations. Additionally, many students from Da Lat have had the opportunity to study at universities in Chuncheon city. He emphasized that the cultural and art exchange event w...

Doan Thu Thuy, a 28-year-old woman from the northern province of Phu Tho, was crowned Miss Fitness Vietnam 2022 in a grand final held in Ho Chi Minh City last year. She is 1.73 meters tall and weighs 56 kilograms, with body measurements of 85-62-95. Currently, she works as a model and a fitness coach. The Miss Global pageant was first organized in 2013. It is unique in that it allows contestants aged 18 to 35 to participate. This year marks the 10th edition of the beauty contest and will feature 80 contestants from around the world. The main events of the pageant will be held in Vietnam, with the semi-final night taking place in Phu Quoc on January 13. The grand final will then be held in Cambodia on January 18. Vietnamese representative Nguyen Thi My Duyen reached the Top 11 in the Miss Global 2019 pageant. However, last year’s local beauty, Doan Thi Hong Trang, did not win any prizes in the competition. The post Vietnamese representative selected for Miss Global 2023 appea...

Nachi’s work has stood out among 587 other artists from around the world, even though it’s just a one-shot comic. Inspired by her passion for astronomy, the story revolves around the daily lives of celestial bodies such as the Sun, Earth, Moon, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter. These celestial bodies work together to protect and sustain life on Earth. “I enjoy learning about astronomy, but I’m not very good at math, so my dream of working for NASA is nearly impossible. That’s why I try to tell stories about this topic from my own perspective and imagination,” she said. Through meticulous illustrations and giving planets and stars human-like qualities, Nachi hopes to bring astronomy closer to people in a simpler way. The series will consist of three chapters, with the first one set to be released next year. “I didn’t expect much from my work, so I am extremely happy and honored to have received this award,” she told Tuoi Tre newspaper. The Japan International Manga Award, established in ...

They also provide health checkups and free medicine for nearly 600 residents across 29 border communes of the four districts of Nam Po, Muong Nhe, Dien Bien, and Muong Cha. The soldiers also offer free-of-charge haircuts to disabled children. A zero-dong mini-supermarket offering essential items for daily use is open to support the poor. These activities are expected to help needy people enjoy a jubilant Lunar New Year festival that falls in two weeks’ time. Besides protecting the airspace, land border, and islands of the country, the soldiers are tasked with providing assistance to local people. Alongside charitable activities, the border forces continue to work closely with other local forces to prevent illegal cross-border immigration, thereby contributing to maintaining security for locals to enjoy the biggest festival of the year. The post Border troops support needy peo...

The High Command of the Vietnam Coast Guard Region 1 presents a haul of 165 gifts to policy beneficiary families, poor households, and good students of Bach Long Vi island district. Bringing festive presents to soldiers is an annual activity showing the sentiments and care the Party, State, army, navy, and citizens of the country extend to the nation’s armed forces garrisoned at sea and on the islands. Local children excitedly hold art performances to celebrate Tet. A zero VND market is also organised as part of efforts to assist local residents during the Tet holiday. The market helps local people to buy free necessities, meeting their demands during Tet. Soldiers on the island organise a contest to make Banh Chung, square sticky rice cake, in preparation for the country’s biggest festival. Besides taking on duty on the island, soldiers there also engage in gardening, to ensure safe vegetables for Tet dishes.  ...

Ronaldo departed Old Trafford last month following an explosive television interview in which the 37-year-old forward said he felt betrayed by the club and did not respect their Dutch manager Erik ten Hag. Al Nassr issued a statement saying the five-time Ballon D’or winner will join on a deal until 2025 but did not disclose any financial details. Ronaldo’s contract has been estimated by media to be worth more than 200 million euros ($214.04 million). “I am fortunate that I have won everything I set out to win in European football and feel now that this is the right moment to share my experience in Asia,” Ronaldo said in the statement. “I am looking forward to joining my new team mates and together with them help the Club to achieve success.” Ronaldo will arrive in Saudi Arabia with a vast collection of club honours after a glittering spell at Spanish giants Real Madrid from 2009-18 where he won two LaLiga titles, two Spanish Cups, four Champions League titles and three Cl...

In the forest of An Ninh Dong commune, Tuy An, Phu Yen province, there are all kinds of disc-shaped rock formations. These rock formations are quite rare. Here lie the Song Cliff – Hom Cliff waterfalls. These are actually two relatively small waterfalls, located on the same stream, about 1.5km apart in An Linh commune. They are near the western mountainous area of the Tuy An district. The waterfall in Hom Cliff is quite low, but a bit higher than the one in Song Cliff, probably about 15 meters. The stone formation here is made up of countless small stone pillars lined up side by side. In the second half of June, during the dry season, the Song Cliff – Hom Cliff waterfalls will be dried up. It is not until the second half of the year will visitors be able to see the two waterfalls once more. Photo: Travel.vn In the dry season, the stream is just a rocky outcrop, sometimes there are a few puddles of water between the rocks. The stone pillars lined up together to form the w...

The pine forest along the Bac Son Rebellion road Only 2km from the center of Da Lat city, the pine forest along Bac Son Rebellion road is an ideal place for tourists to take pictures. The pine here grows very thick, layers and layers stacked like towers. They create a wonderful and mysterious setting. This pine forest is most beautiful between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. This forest is very close to the city center so it is quite simple to get here. People can travel in groups by motorbike or taxi. Among the pine trees, there are trails and open spaces large enough for tourists to picnic or pose for photos and selfies. Photo: Kienthuc.net.vn The pine forest opposite Lament lake One of the most famous pine forests in Da Lat is opposite Lament Lake. It is a rare three-leaf pine forest. It is not as big as the pine forest on Bac Son Rebellion road. However, its mysterious and poetic beauty is certainly not inferior at all. This is also a check-in place that is loved by many y...