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Emirates is introducing a second daily flight between Dubai and Ho Chi Minh City, commencing on January 15, 2025. This flight is strategically timed to coincide with the Lunar New Year festival, reflecting Emirates’ commitment to the Vietnamese market and meeting the surge in travel demand during this period. The new service will provide passengers with enhanced travel options and seamless connections to popular global destinations. Operated by the state-of-the-art Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, the second daily flight offers a comfortable two-class configuration with 42 Business Class and 386 Economy Class seats. Emirates’ renowned services and amenities, including the ice entertainment system and a curated selection of amenities, will enhance the travel experience for passengers.

Beyond its popular street food and cultural landmarks, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, emerges as a fashion destination. Discover the city’s hidden gems with insider recommendations for shopping, dining, and accommodation.

IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader, is expanding its presence in Vietnam with the introduction of two new luxury and lifestyle brands in Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An. The Hotel Indigo Saigon The City and the Vignette Collection will cater to the growing demand for upscale accommodations in the country.

The Vietage by Anantara, a luxurious rail service in Vietnam, is expanding its operations with a new rail carriage connecting Nha Trang and Quy Nhon. Starting May 15, 2024, the daily round-trip service will offer passengers a unique and opulent travel experience through the scenic countryside of South-Central Vietnam.

Mosconi Cup star Jayson Shaw will defend his Hanoi Open Pool Championship title in Vietnam later this year, live on Sky Sports. The tournament will feature a stellar line-up, including local luminaries and top Asian players. With a prize fund of $200,000, the event aims to build upon the overwhelming success of last year’s tournament. The Hanoi Open will follow a similar format, with 256 players competing for a grand prize pool.

Southern and central Vietnam have been experiencing scorching heat, leading to a massive fish die-off in a reservoir in Dong Nai province. The extreme temperatures and water management issues are believed to be responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of fish, causing distress among locals and prompting an investigation by authorities. The reservoir, a vital water source for crops, has seen declining water levels as a result of efforts to divert water for irrigation and renovations to remove sediment. Despite attempts to increase water levels and provide more space for the fish, the efforts proved futile as many succumbed to the extreme conditions.

Vietnam’s National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has resigned amid an ongoing anti-corruption campaign. Hue’s resignation follows the arrest of his assistant on charges of power abuse. The move marks the latest in a series of high-level resignations in Vietnam, including that of former President Vo Van Thuong.

Bear Grylls embarks on a thrilling adventure in the heart of Vietnam in Man vs. Wild Season 4. Battling blood-sucking leeches and a deadly spitting cobra, Grylls showcases his extraordinary survival skills in the face of extreme wilderness challenges. The season also features Grylls navigating simulated urban disasters, highlighting the difficulties of finding clean drinking water and navigating treacherous environments. With stunning visuals and expert commentary, Man vs. Wild Season 4 offers a gripping look into the art of survival in the most unforgiving terrains.

Mohammed Yusuf Ansari, a 25-year-old from Mumbai, fell victim to a job scam that took him to Cambodia and Vietnam. Suspecting something was wrong, Yusuf ran away from the fraudulent activities he was pressured to engage in and made his way back to India with the help of family and friends. He revealed the details of the deceitful scheme, highlighting the manipulation and financial exploitation involved.

China’s demand for durians continues to surge, prompting domestic producers to increase their output and processors to innovate with value-added products. Thailand and Vietnam, the major suppliers to China, are also enhancing their durian industries to maintain market dominance.