Plovdiv, located in central Bulgaria, is recognized as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and the oldest in Europe. With a history spanning over 6,000 years, Plovdiv is a unique historical and cultural centre that has witnessed various civilizations and historical epochs.

Every year, World's Best Awards Survey, Travel + Leisure asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Phú Quốc is among the world's best islands, second only to the Maldives

The old towns and villages in China, as an important part of Chinese cultural heritage, highlight the unique architectural characteristics of different regions and ethnic groups. Even today, most of towns and villages in China still retain the old architectural style and traditional folk customs and wait for you to experience the old way of Chinese life.

The national carrier will operate seven flights per week between the two Southeast Asian countries, four on the HCM City-Manila route and the remainder on the Hà Nội-Manila one.

Sweet, spicy, fragrant, fishy – however you’d describe it, Vietnamese cuisine never compromises on flavour, and you can sample the very best of it in Ho Chi Minh. Beyond the streetside food stalls and bustling markets hawking banh mi, snails, broken rice and offal stew are a clutch of Bib Gourmand and Michelin-starred restaurants serving up creative renditions of classic dishes.

Bản Giốc Waterfall, also known as Detian Falls or Bản Giốc Falls, encompasses a series of cascades that straddle the border between China and Vietnam. In a stunning show of power and grandeur, water flows endlessly through pools, down tiers, and over cliffs in a unique horseshoe shape.

Asia’s hotel scene welcomed an array of notable openings in the last year, drawing our editor’s attention to Sumba, Punakha, Jeju and more. The below list forms our annual Hot List edit of the best new hotels in Asia, and features a diverse mix of properties, from a new address that’s become a classic in Hong Kong, to one of the coolest hotel swimming pools in Tokyo.

The railway stretches for more than 1,726 kilometers between the country's two biggest cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City over the course of two days.

Travel Japan | Experience Hyogo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Shiga, Wakayama and Hiroshima. Japan is truly timeless, a place where ancient traditions fuse with modern life, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.

The 2024 Games are approaching, but it is possible to experience Paris 2024 right now thanks to the Cultural Olympiad. Enjoy cultural events all over France, including concerts, artistic performances, exhibitions and more, up to the closing ceremony of the Paralympic Games.

Known as the Vegas of China, Macau is indeed an epicentre of gambling and glitz. While luxury entertainment here is world-class, the city has much more to offer than that.

For culture lovers, every small moment of discovery is a step closer to understanding a new and different way of life. Scattered throughout the country, Vietnam's UNESCO Heritage Sites are jackpots for these moments of discovery.

To be hosted by the northern mountainous province of Dien Bien, the National Tourism Year 2024 will be a typical cultural, economic, and social event associated with the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory 1954-2024

The Rocket Festival, or Prapheni Bun Bang Fai is a merit-making ceremony traditionally practiced by ethnic Lao people at the beginning of the wet season in various villages and municipalities in Northeastern Thailand and Laos.

One of the Hong Kong’s most spectacular festivals marks the end of spring, when thousands of visitors ferry over to the tiny, serene island for the Cheung Chau Bun Festival.

Worship of Hùng Kings in Phú Thọ – UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity – the tradition embodies spiritual solidarity and provides an occasion to acknowledge national origins and sources of Vietnamese cultural and moral identity.

VNA | National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will begin its direct services from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Munich, one of the largest cities in Germany, from October this year 2024.

Visit Nepal, a landlocked country in the Himalayas. It has Eight of the world's Ten Highest Peaks, including Mount Everest, as well as Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

Thailand 🇹🇭 plans to hold Songkran Festival celebrations during the entire month of April 2024, instead of the traditional three days, an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO

Built in the 9th century to serve as the royal temple of the Kingdom of Mataram, Prambanan Temple Compounds 🇮🇩 with 240 temples is second in size only to Angkor Wat in South-East Asia.

Thailand’s ancient capital, just outside of Bangkok 🇹🇭 and now home to ruined palaces and crumbling Buddha statues, was once one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, a vast span of grand palaces and gilded temples.

Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia 🇧🇴 The world's largest salt flat in southwest Bolivia. The site is most famous for its mirror effect, when in the rainy season it is transformed into a shallow lake that perfectly reflects the sky all the way to the horizon.

Nang Han Festival is a beautiful culture of Thai minority in Lai Chau, Vietnam that is annually celebrated on the 15th day of the Second Lunar Month

Situated in Jiangxi Province, China, the Wangxian Valley is renowned for its sea of clouds and the little cottages built along the steep cliffs. A Unique Natural Resources and Historical Humanities

Home to many of the world's greatest works of art, architecture and gastronomy, Italy elates, inspires and moves like no other. If you’re looking for one of the best times to experience all that Italy has to offer, you just might find that Italy in March is a great choice.

Perched dangerously on the edge of a cliff, pilgrims have been visiting the Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda, the Golden Rock for centuries to meditate and give offerings to the Buddha.

With its diverse attractions and unique experiences, Kyrgyzstan has become an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure. Let's delve into the wonders of Kyrgyzstan and discover why it should be on your travel bucket list.

March is the official start of spring, but depending on where you live, it can be just a tease. If your home is in a place where it’s still winter outside or at least feels like it, you don’t have to wait to get warm!

The solar alignment of equinox at Angkor Wat is attracting a growing number of tourists, in a new trend of tourism connected to solar phenomena, also seen in such places such as Luxor and Vezelay Abbey.

The Chiang Mai cherry blossom viewing is undoubtedly one of northern Thailand’s most highly anticipated events each year, and for a good reason. While the rest of the world associates these sakura flowers with Japan, only a few know that you can see them in full, glorious bloom right here.

Team Sweden signs agreement to become team Bình Định Việt Nam 🇻🇳 for New World Championship Season F1H2O. The inaugural round of the ABP Aquabike Grand Prix of Binh Dinh on 22-24 March 2024 and the F1H2O Grand Prix of Binh Dinh, Vietnam on 29-31 March 2024.

Japan's fiscal year ends in a flurry of activity on March 31, leaving much of the population in the mood to kick back. Hanami parties provide the leisure activity par excellence, as revelers stretch out on tarps to spend time with friends and family.

Rio Carnival is the greatest show on Earth and the biggest event of the Brazilian cultural calendar. The parades at the Sambadrome are the main attraction of the entire celebration. Before you come, get to know a bit about el carnaval!

Prague 🇨🇿 is the equal of Paris in terms of beauty. Its history goes back a millennium. And the beer? The best in Europe [Lonely Planet]. A prosperous and bustling city, Prague now attracts more tourists than ever.

There are 1199 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with more properties being added to the list every couple of years. In 2023 alone, there were a total of 42 new properties inscribed by the organization. [Condé Nast Traveller]

World Beach Guide | Boasting over two thousand miles of coastline, Vietnam has all the ingredients for the perfect beach getaway – soft white sands, secluded coves, impressive rock formations and calm waters.

🇦🇺 Australia’s Kangaroo Island, the must-visit regions for 2024 by Lonely Planet: It’s blessed with amazing beaches, offers delicious food, wine, and spirits experiences, and delivers on the drama when it comes to outdoor adventures. And then there’s the wildlife!

Phuket 🇹🇭: Wat Mongkolnimit, Heroine Monument, Laem Phromthep, Patong Beach, Stone Bridge, Aum Jui Tui, Soi Rommanee, Saengtham Shrine or Am Teng Kong Tong, Chaloem Phrakiat Public Park, Saphan Hin Hoi Roundabout, Khao Rang Viewpoint, Sino-Portuguese, Phuket Old Town…

They don't call Montana 🇺🇸 «Big Sky Country» for nothing. The state is one of America's last frontiers, bursting with breathtaking scenery, an abundance of wildlife and unobstructed views of pure blue sky as far as the eye can see.

After a wait of more than 140 years, five central towers of Barcelona’s famous Sagrada Familia basilica are at last finished. When the sixth and final central tower is finished, expected in 2026, construction of the church will be complete.

Tết, short for Tết Nguyên Đán, Festival of the First Day is the most important celebration in Vietnamese culture. Tết celebrates the arrival of spring based on the Vietnamese calendar and usually has the date in January or February in the Gregorian calendar.

Every experience is uniquely special! What is the most remarkable vestige of the past in Latin America? The obvious answer would be Machu Picchu.

The South Korean government will expand the list of countries eligible for free electronic visas, initially provided only to China, to include Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia in 2024.

Hoi An Lantern Festival, a renowned cultural event in Hoi An, Vietnam — is a celebration of light, colour and tradition. This vibrant and enchanting festival is held on the 14th day of each Lunar month when the moon is at its brightest.

Hogmanay Is the Festive Scottish Tradition You've Never Heard of — but Will Want to Celebrate. Here’s how to ring in the New Year, Scottish style. Hogmanay is the Scots word for the last day of the year and is synonymous with the celebration of the New Year in the Scottish manner.

Named for its lucrative trade in silk, the Silk Road traversed several of Uzbekistan's major cities, including Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. These would see the exchange of spices and precious gems as well as silk, but also the interchange of artistic and cultural ideas.

Beyond majestic horizons; it’s your much needed escape. Beyond UNESCO World Heritage Sites; it’s an adventure you’ve always wanted to take. Beyond smiles and casual greetings; it’s friendship you weren’t expecting to make. We’re excited to share all these and more to the world.

Mongolia, Nomadic by Nature 🇲🇳 is relaxing visa restrictions to give more people the opportunity to experience its vast, rugged landscapes! Rugged Mongolia is an adventure destination where travelers can experience vast, untouched landscapes and learn about nomadic culture.

Seoul Lantern Festival, Seoul’s main winter festival, will brighten up the night from 15 December 15 2023 to 21 January 2024. This year marks the 15th year of the festival

Winter in Japan 🇯🇵 Cold weather and warm spirits. Enroute with Thiên Xuân Travel for the Japan endless discoveries!

You might not get snow or reindeers, but Christmas in Singapore is as big as any other celebration during the year.

The Best Places to Go in Asia in 2024 by Condé Nast Traveller: From Sri Lanka's shores to Uzbekistan's Silk Road, from Da Nang Vietnam nature reserves to Kobe Japan new creative spaces, Asia is packed full of reasons to pack your bags.

Laos may be a landlocked country without a tropical coastline, but it makes up for it with stunning mountain scenery, lush rice paddies and the mighty Mekong River which runs through its territory.

Let’s view all interesting facts about Vietnam, explore how fascinating the country has become over the years; with beautiful scenery, amazing cuisine, and an awesome kaleidoscope of cultures that you definitely need to experience for yourself!

Celebrating hope and joy from Thailand’s busy streets to Hawai’i’s golden shores, or Hoi An ancient town, these lantern festivals around the world will lift your spirits and illuminate your soul.

Luxury Hotels that go all out for Christmas. Twinkling lights, glitter, Champagne and petit fours. It’s time to treat yourself to some holiday cheer.

Best Places to Spend Christmas Around the World. From Tokyo to Vienna, these cities come alive during the holidays. By Caitlin Morton, Condé Nast Traveler

From quirky to downright weird, here’s our pick of the most unique places to stay around the world, featuring the world’s best spaceship treehouses, ice suites, desert shipwrecks, underwater hotels and glass igloos.

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated on various dates in the United States, Canada, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Liberia, and unofficially in countries like Brazil and the Philippines.

Dozens of Vietnam resorts were honoured to receive the World Travel Awards in the Asia-Pacific region, with many Resorts receiving two to three awards at the same time.

WTA | The World Travel Awards honoured Vietnam as Asia's Leading Destination and Leading Nature Destination in 2023, and Hanoi as Asia's Leading City Destination 2023

Ho Chi Minh City is one of the largest and most developed cities in Vietnam. This place not only has a vibrant economy but also many free tourist attractions to attract visitors.

The cafés in Paris are not only a place to eat and drink. Parisian cafés are a social institution, a place to meet with friends or colleagues...

Join Thien Xuan Travel to escape to the best-kept hideaway islands of Vietnam: Phu Quoc, Hon Son, Nam Du, Cat Ba, Ly Son, Cu Lao Cham, Binh Hung, Binh Ba, Phu Quy and Con Dao.

Dubrovnik is a beautiful city in Croatia 🇭🇷. It's famous for its medieval Old Town, the stunning landscapes, and more recently, for being one of the filming sets of Game of Thrones.

Fall Foliage New England 🇺🇸 Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and Vermont. Family-friendly corn mazes, tons of historical spots and Fall festivals – making New England in Autumn well worth the trip.

Deutsche Welle | Lots of tourists think Schengen is just the name of a visa. They don't realize it's a small border town in Luxembourg that has become a symbol of borderless travel in the EU. But the place itself is worth a visit.

Vietnam's largest, fastest city Saigon—Ho Chi Minh City has charmed visitors for decades with its old school atmosphere. It's still got that, but it's also the biggest and fastest growing city in Vietnam, with much to offer visitors

Vatican City, in full State of the Vatican City, landlocked ecclesiastical state, seat of the Roman Catholic Church, and an enclave in Rome, situated on the west bank of the Tiber River. Vatican City is the world’s smallest fully independent nation-state.

Madagascar is known as the «Eighth Continent» of the Earth with rich flora and fauna, an attractive destination for tourists who love wildlife. Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, after Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo.

CNN—Vietnam already has a worldwide reputation for its food, beaches, ancient history and diverse landscapes. And, over the past decade, it’s also emerged as one of the world’s leading destinations for caving.

Mid-Autumn Festival is a Magical Way to Celebrate the Full Harvest Moon — Here's how to celebrate Autumn with mooncakes, lanterns, and skygazing.

CNN Juliet Izon has scoured the globe to find the world’s best party cities, from Bangkok, Seoul, Barcelona, Berlin, Las Vegas to Tel Aviv. And whether you’re a dance-‘til-sunrise type or prefer whiling away the hours at a hidden bar, there’s something for everyone on this travel list.

Dong Van Stone Plateau is the home to many national relics and landscapes including Lung Cu flag tower, Dong Van ancient town, Ma Pi Leng Pass, and Doi Quan Ba Mountain. All create a beautiful landscape – architecture that invites visitors to explore and enjoy.

Phu Yen — Located on a coastal road known as «The Most Beautiful Coastal Road in Vietnam», Dong Hoa town has plains, hills, mountains and sea, which is likened to a masterpiece of the land of Nau.

The Fansipan is located in Hoang Lien Mountain Range, and the tallest mountain in the three Indochinese countries of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, thus the sacred convergence of the heaven and the earth, long coined as the “Roof of Indochina” at the height of 3,143m. Topping the Fansipan is always a desire for outdoor enthusiasts and those with itchy feet.

Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Phong Nha-Ke Bang have been named among the 16 most favourite UNESCO world heritage wonders in Southeast Asia by leading UK-based travel magazine Wanderlust

Pedestrian Streets are always the attractive destinations, places that clearly shows the economic, cultural and social life of each locality. Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou are three cities that make up a "golden triangle" of tourism, separated by less than an hour by train.

CNN Travel | When it comes to variety, Vietnam is in a league of its own. A trip to the capital, Hanoi, will be wildly different than modern Ho Chi Minh City, just as the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An vary dramatically from the nearby citadels of Hue.

Tucked deep in the mountains of Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture, the Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan has tatami floors, kimono-sporting staff and signs in handwritten calligraphy. It feels like time has stood still here – and that’s not a coincidence.

Discover the full range of amazing things to see and do across Japan! Find inspiration for your Japan vacation, from sightseeing in the city and cultural immersion in the countryside to top picks and suggested itineraries.

Welcome to the breathtaking world of New Zealand! Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey filled with stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and thrilling adventures?

As a decent destination in South Vietnam, Phan Thiet posseses picture-perfect beaches, big sand dunes, and gorgeous sunshine. It is also well-known as a gateway to Mui Ne Town which has been a hidden paradise for beach holidays...

A chain of 1,200 islands in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is one of the most serene, romantic, and wildly scenic destinations in the world. The islands are clustered into atolls, based on their proximity to various coral reefs, and are surrounded by calm, azure-colored lagoons.

Binh Dinh is rich in cultural and historical traditions. It used to be the ancient capital of the ancient Champa Kingdom; hometown of the outstanding hero Quang Trung Nguyen Hue. This place has long been known as the «land of martial arts, heaven of literature»...

To get you started on your next fairy tale adventure, we’ve rounded up 50 of the most beautiful small towns in the world. While you’ll find a few common themes throughout the list—cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, incredible views... there are enough activities and geographical diversity here to fit every type of travel need...

Taiwan and its surrounding islands, situated in East Asia at the northwestern edge of the Pacific, possess an endless variety of terrains, forests, agricultural products, and marine ecologies, as well as a diversity of ethnic cultures along with enchanting human customs and practices.

Bali is known to many, but only truly understood by a few! Everyone has a past that has made them who they are today. People’s personalities and ways of thinking are shaped by how they were raised and what happened to them in their lives. The same rule applies to Bali. The islands history shapes everything about it, from its land, to its culture to its food...

Soak up the sun and some Vietnamese culture on Phu Quoc Island, where white sands and tropical waters entice beachgoers from all over the globe. Snorkeling, scuba diving and fishing are the most popular water sports here, though jet-skiing, wind sailing and squid fishing are also at your vacationing fingertips...