The Immigration Management Office offer visa procedures in Vietnam

Vietnam visa is an important type certificated by the Vietnam government at the Vietnam diplomatic representative agencies and consulates in oversea or at the borders of Vietnam as Noi Bai international airport, Tan Son Nhat international airport To help the visa process of foreigners easier and more convenient; they should learn more about the Vietnam visa procedures as follows.
Procedures issue, renew, supplement and modify visa Vietnam and apply for the temporary residence card: Foreigners who wish to make and finish the procedures above need to submit their file to the Immigration Management Office or the Police provinces and cities directly under the Central Government.

Vietnam Visa Procedures

In the case, foreigners want to get, extend, supplement and modify Vietnam visa on arrival and the temporary residence card for the travel purpose, on behalf for foreigners, the Vietnam international travel company will be responsible for working with the Immigration Management Office or the Police provinces and cities directly under the Central Government.
In the case, foreigners want to apply for visa Vietnam, visa extension, visa supplement, visa change and the temporary residence card to visit their relatives, to marry, to adopt, to cure their application have to be certified by the ward, commune or the authorized agencies of local residence.
Visa procedures in case of lost passport:
In the case passport of foreigners is lost in Vietnam, they should report it immediately to the commune, ward about the place where their card is lost or contact with representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Embassy / Consulate of them in Vietnam to apply the new passport or other documents that can be used as a valid passport. And then, you should apply for the new visa to Vietnam.
Visa procedures in case of changing the temporary residence purpose:
Foreigners who want to change the purpose of their stay in Vietnam must be guaranteed by agencies, organizations and individuals to complete all the procedures with the Immigration Management Office or the Police provinces and cities directly under the Central Government (that have guarantee agencies , organizations or individuals).
Visa procedures to apply for the temporary residence card:
Foreigners who have resided temporarily in Vietnam for over 1 year and want to apply for temporary residence card should send their temporary residence card to the Immigration Management Office or the Police provinces and cities directly under the Central Government.
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Domestic flight to Quang Binh in Vietnam

In recent years, Vietnam Airlines has not stopped growing and become a prestigious airline in the region. Many new domestic and international flights are opened to meet the need of customers. One of them is the domestic flight to Quang Binh, an attractive destination in Vietnam tourism.

When traveling Quang Binh with Vietnam domestic flights, tourists will have a chance to contemplate and explore famous scenic spots here such as Deo Ngang (Horizontal Pass), Nhat Le beach, Bau Tro lake, Mooc streams, Phong Nha - Ke Bang.

Phong Nha Cave

The first attraction is Phong Nha cave, the world natural heritage of Vietnam along with Ha Long Bay Located in Ke Bang limestone mountain, about 50km away from Dong Hoi town to the northwest . This is a system of magnificent caves with the longest underground river in the world. Phong Nha cave has a lot of branches with a total length of 20km, but now, people just discover the longest branch a part of the underground river called Nam Aki. It is underground in the Pu-Pha Dam Mountain. In front of the door cave, the glamorous mountain river, the majestic nature along with countless amazing images seems to excite the imagination of human. In the big water season, the water of Son River rises highly and hides the door cave, tourists cannot come in. According to the legend, one hundred years ago, the young King Ham Nghi was hiding here with some courtiers and gave the Royalist Movement. 

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

Another place is Nhat Le beach. According to the legend, in the period of Trinh-Nguyen conflict, Gianh River was divided into two sides. People who immigrated to the South often looked to the other side of the north shore to remember their homeland. Their tears flowed like a river so the beach was called Nhat Le. The best time to come Nhat Le is from May to August. Tourists should wake up early to admire the wild beauty of an estuary to the sea, immerse in the ripple waves or bask on the sand. At that time, you will feel the special flavor of the beach, the wind and the wild nature.

With Domestic Vietnam flights to this land, tourists can have the chance to explore Tien Son cave or Dry cave in other name. The landscape in the cave looks like the heaven. Thousands of colorful stalactites grow bristling in the cave. The high and spacious dome has white as the gold and silver. The marbled stone columns with many interesting shapes make tourists amazing as if they are getting lost in the heaven or the aquarium. Dry cave has feature more specially than Phong Nha cave. There are the acoustic resonances of rocks and stone columns. When tapping into them, they will emit strange sounds from the deep soil.

Nhat Le Beach

The next attraction suggested by Vietnam Air is Bang hot spring. From Dong Hoi city go about 60km to the southwest, or from Truong Son mountain go about 20km toward the west, tourists can see Bang ecological resort & spa. This is a large green hill with an area of 70ha, the fresh and cool environment, the exotic and fascinating landscape, the wild, simple and charming nature. Especially, there is a winding stream with the mineral water line running into the endless line. The open-air and mystical stream always attracts tourists coming to relax and explore. The mineral water line runs into the upstream, the temperature is higher up to 105 degree C. The steam is dim as hazes of the heaven. Bang mineral water has pharmacological effects; it is elevated as rare and good in the treatment of some human diseases.

Bang Hot Spring

When traveling Quang Binh with Vietnam airlines, tourists should not ignore Phong Nha Ke Bang national park. This is a part of the oldest limestone mountain in Asia formed four million years ago. It associated with tectonic cycle and the development of the earths history. The area of Phong Nha Ke Bang limestone mountain is about 400ha. The limestone population also spreads to the part of Kham Muon, Lao, creating the most ancient and largest tropical limestone mountain in the world with features of appearance and global valuable geology.

In addition, Phong Nha Ke Bang is also given majestic and mysterious landscapes. Phong Nha - Ke Bang national park hides the mystery of nature, caves and splendid cathedral in the heart of limestone formed millions years ago.

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Interesting Halong Cruise with Paloma yacht

Paloma yacht has become an ideal choice for both domestic and international visitors when they take Halong Bay Cruise. The glamor and sophistication of Paloma yacht with 20 enthusiastic staffs will make visitors feel comfortable and cozy atmosphere.

Halong Bay

Paloma is a new brand founded by people who had years of experience and passion in tourist ships. Designed in the style of classical Chinese architecture, Paloma yacht has 20 bedrooms at 4 stars standard, a bar, plasma television, 2 large playground, restaurants and luxury spa.
Specifications:
Width 10.5m
Length: 42m
The yacht covers 4 floors with 01 Luxury Spa (1st floor), rooms (floor 1 and 2), dining areas (3rd floor), and two playgrounds (4th floor)
Paloma rooms are great choice for visitors Halong cruises because all rooms are featured with bidirectional conditioner, in-room hone, bathroom with modern amenities. Rooms are categorized into 4 types: 05 Superior rooms (13m2) with double or single bed; 02 Deluxe rooms (15m2) with double or single bed, 02 spacious rooms (17m2) with private balcony providing Halong view of 270 degree, 02 family rooms (20m2) with private balcony offering Halong bay view of 270 degree.
Here, visitors can enjoy delicious meals while the yacht go around the island. Visitors can enjoy quiet and romantic atmosphere of the night on Halong Bay or relax on lounge chair to read magazines, watch DVD or enjoy tasty cocktails.

Paloma Cruise

There are numerous activities for visitors to choose such as swimming, kayaking or fishing squid. Moreover, visitors can participate in Vietnam cooking class to have interesting experience about Vietnam cuisine.
Safety
Paloma yacht is fully equipped with necessary items at international standards to ensure the safety of visitors such as 60 life jackets, 40 buoys, 4 rescue boats, 4 fire extinguishers with long hose, 14 fire extinguishers in public areas, 1 fire extinguisher per cabin, GPS systems, radar, VHF radio, etc
Taking cruise halong bay with Paloma yacht, visitors will have wonderful time with friends and families.
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Hung King Festival 2014 recalls heroic era

Annually, on the 10th day of the third month in lunar calendar, people from everywhere in Vietnam and international tourists come to Phu Tho to join Hung King Festival. This is one of important festivals in the country.

Bronze Drums

Hung Temple historical relic is located in Co Tich Hamlet, Hy Chuong Commune in Viet Tri City (Phu Tho) where Hung kings founded Vietnam country. This temple is considered the oldest temple in Vietnam, in according to historical studies. For thousands of years, in legend, Lac Long Quan and Au Co, parents of Hung Kings are seen as the ancestors of Vietnamese people. Hung Temple is not just the place of ethnic and national origin, but also a reverent icon, spiritual convergence and national unity. Hung Festival is an anniversary of Hung Kings’ death. This is an important national festival in Vietnam to memorize and gratitude the merits of Hung Kings, the first emperors of the nation. This festival is held on the 10th day of the third month in lunar year in Hung Temple, Phu Tho province. However, it often takes place for about one week previously with traditional customs of Muong ethnic people like hitting bronze drums, pilgrimaging to commemorate Hung Kings until the main festival with rituals of offering incense and procession on Upper Temple.

Cake Making Contest

Hung King Festival 2014 took place within 5 days, from 6th day to 10th day (April 5-9 in 2014) in almost everywhere in Phu Tho province as Hung Temple, Viet Tri City, communes, wards near the temple, and historical relics of Hung Kings and celebrities under Hung Empire in Phu Tho. The Hung Temple Festival 2014 was organized by Phu Tho People’s Committee cooperating with four provinces: Bac Ninh, Quang Binh, Vinh Long, and Long An with many interesting and featured activities.

The activities in this traditional festival in Vietnam consisted of important rituals such as offering incense to commemorate Hung Kings, Lac Long Quan and Au Co- the great national ancestors of Vietnam, and other celebrities, and festive activities like cultural camping, art performances, exhibitions of specialties, and culinary cultures of 13 districts and towns. Moreover, in Hung King Temple, many shows of hitting bronze drums and dragon-dancing, competitions of making Chung Cake, and exhibitions of unique pictures on rituals of worshiping ancestors attracted a large number of people in this festival. Besides, there were exhibitions of typical artworks on the beauty of country, people taking place in the historical relic, Hung King Temple.

Hung King Festival

In Viet Tri City, many programs were held to celebrate King's Death Anniversary 2014 with the theme on "Coming to rural heritage". For example, Xoan Singing Festival, exhibitions of artifacts at Hung Vuong Museum, architectural model of Hung Vuong Tower, paintings were programs having great meaning in recalling history and promulgating to tourists. In addition, exhibition of images on "Vietnam Sea and Island Sovereignty", Hung Vuong Fair, and other contests such as Tennis Friendship Tournaments, and Fireworks performance in Hung Vuong Square fascinated a lot of people, and created exciting atmosphere. The new feature in the festival in 2014 is that the board management of Hung King Temple staffed the People’s Committee to ask localities to offer incense at the same time with ritual time in Nghia Linh Mountain (Hung King Temple). Besides, in the festival, provincial counterparts brought featured regional performances of Vietnamese traditional music, such as Don Ca Tai Tu (a traditional music of southern Vietnam, literally "music of amateurs") of Vinh Long and Long An, Quan Ho singing of Bac Ninh, and Ho Khoan of Quang Binh.

Performance

The organization of Hung Temple Festival, one of the traditional festivals in Vietnam has purposes of educating traditional morality of gratitude to Hung Kings, the predecessors of national foundation, and strengthening unity in the national construction and the Fatherland protection. Besides, honoring the cultural values ​​of Hung dynasty, continuing to promulgate two heritages of "Xoan singing of Phu Tho" and "Hung Kings worship belief" have been recognized by UNESCO, which contributes to raising the value of the cultural life of Vietnam in ethnic communities.

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MICE Tourism in Da Nang to be enhanced

Numerous of perfect attractions makes ideal conditions to secure MICE tourism in Da Nang. The city has expectation to put resources into nature of tourism item, prepare proficient staff, and dispatch more appealing MICEs.

MICE is a specific sort of tourism consolidating gathering, motivating force, assembly, and display. MICE remains for meeting, incentive, convention, and exhibition. This sort of tourism draws in countless, and brings extraordinary benefit to nations pushing it. Recognizing this pattern, Da Nang has plan to put resources into nature of tourism item, prepare proficient staff, and dispatch more appealing MICEs.

MICE tourism in Da Nang

Currently, there are a number of ideal attractions in Da Nang, creating favorable conditions to increase MICE tours in the city. Firstly, Da Nang is a home to various natural resources to develop tourism. The city has many wonderful beaches listed in reputable world magazines and websites. For example, My Khe Beach was voted as one of six most beautiful beaches in the world by Forber (US). Besides, Bac My An, Pham Van Dong and Xuan Thieu beaches are considered the most stunning beaches in Vietnam. In addition, Son Tra Peninsula, Ngu Hanh Son Mountain, Hai Van Pass, and Ba Na Hills are most attractive places in Da Nang.
Secondly, Da Nang tourism appeals investors by its advantages of favorable position. Da Nang City is located in the central Vietnam, near several World Heritages. Thus, it is convenient to combine MICE Tourism and trips to these heritages. Many city-tours are launched to create conditions for visitors to explore from the beach city to My Son Holy Land, or Hoi An Old Town. In addition, a number of tourism products, such as Son Tra ecotourism, Linh Ung Pagoda and Da Nang Museum are invested to develop tourism in Da Nang in general and MICE tourism in particular. Traditional value is focused in MICE development in Da Nang. For instance, “Tuong” singing is one of the most unique traditions of Da Nang in particular and Vietnam culture in general. According to leaders of Da Nang City, Tuong singing with good promotions will be a striking product of tourism in Da Nang, especially, in international MICE in the near future. Shows of “Tuong” will be open on Wednesdays and Saturdays to serve visitors.

MICE tourism in Da Nang

Thirdly, Da Nang has about 400 accommodations with world-class services, including five-star hotels and resorts, and other high standard hotels, hostels along the beach and central area; Intercontinental Resort, Furama Resort, Vinpearl Luxury Da Nang, Crowne Plaza, and Pullman, for example. The city has many experiences on holding important international events, such as Asean Inter-Parliamentary Organization in 2002, and other conferences of ASEAN. Thanks to many awards on tourism and organizing supreme international conferences, Da Nang is becoming an ideal destination for MICE Tourism in Asia and in the world.
What is more, the infrastructure in Da Nang is modern and comprehensive with harbors and international airport, which facilitates different MICE’s visitors, both domestic and international. To boost this kind of MICE tourism in Da Nang, more direct regular flights to important MICE markets like China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Australia should be launched to meet different needs of MICE’s visitors. Besides, amusement parks, nightclubs and special tourism product should be developed to become ideal spots in the city.
Being highly appropriated with great potentials for MICE Tourism development, Da Nang is one of the best destinations in Vietnam bringing visitors a plenty of best services. Coming here, MICE visitors have opportunities to join fascinating tours to neighboring beauty spots with convenience; or entertain and invest. MICE will be definitely strength of tourism in Vietnam.
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Destination in Phu Quoc Island

Taking Vietnam tours, you do not miss opportunity to investigate Phu Quoc Island. Phu Quoc is the biggest island in Vietnam and it is depicted as an excellent pearl in the south of Vietnam. Phu Quoc Island has numerous attractions that will provide for you heavenly encounters.

Pepper Garden

Phu Quoc pepper is renowned for its sweet-smelling taste. The neighborhood individuals here constantly welcome you to their green pepper enclosures. In the wake of going to the arrangement, you can purchase some dry pepper as a blessing for your loved ones.

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple

 

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple is built to commemorate the hero of the country. On 28^th, the eighth month of lunar year, people arrive here to organize great celebrations with interesting activities.

Ganh Dau Cape

Ganh Dau Cape

 

Ganh Dau Cape attracts visitors by its pristine beauty and unique characteristic. From here, you can see the sea boder between Vietnam and Cambodia. This place is also a wonderful paradise for those who love enjoy delicious seafood

Tranh Stream

Tranh Stream

 

Tranh stream is created by the combination of many small streams. Here, you can enjoy beautiful natural landscapes with flowers, mountains, trees. Tranh stream is also an ideal place for camping, and going picnic for Vietnam holidays. Coming here, you can set a tent beside the stream to rest, relax and take part in many outdoor unique activities.

Coi Nguon museum

Coi Nguon Museum

 

Phu Quoc museum is the 9^th private museum in Vietnam. This is seen as a place to keep the soul of Phu Quoc with many mysterious story and legends. Coi Nguon Museum stores more than 3000 artifacts, including 300 precious folders about Phu Quoc in English, France and Kanji. Besides, you can enjoy the exhibition areas with driftwood art, marine crafts, and shop many lovely souvenirs such as luxury pearls and beautiful seashells

Star Beach

Star Beach

 

Star beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phu Quoc. This place possesses creamy white sand stretching over 7 kilometers long. Here you can immerse in cool clear water to refresh and enjoy the beautiful sunshine.
Besides these attractive destinations, you can visit Long beach, Da Ba Stream, Khem Beach or Phu Quoc prison to explore the beauty and learn about the culture and the history of this lovely island. Spending a Vietnam vacation in Phu Quoc will give you unforgettable memories.
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Nha Trang Attractions

Nha trang is a delightful seaside city in Khanh Hoa , on the South Central Coast of Vietnam. The city is something like 1300km from Hanoi and 500km from Ho chi minh City. Owning one of world's most excellent sounds, Nha Trang city now turns into an imperative spot for explorers to Vietnam.

The weather in Nha Trang :

Nha Trang climate is quite warm and comfortable during the year with average temperature of approximately 23 degree Celsius . In general, the ideal time for a trip to Nha Trang is from late January to late October. It is always wet in November and December.
Spring months from February till April are the best time to dive here. Some coral-rich dive sites as Small Hill, South Reef, and Moray Beach After, all around Mun Island (Hon Mun). Travelers making a plan to visit the Nha Trang from September till December should keep eyes on the local weather forecast.

Transportation in Nha Trang:

Vinpearland

- Air: Nha Trang has Cam Ranh International Airport (the main carrier is Vietnam airlines). Therefore, you can easily book flights to Nha Trang from Hanoi Capital, Ho Chi Minh City and Danang City.
- Train: You can take train from stations in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City easily but the services are not always in good conditions. For high-class express trains, you should book package tour from travel agencies in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh.
- Bus: there are a lot of high-quality buses available from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, such as Phuong Trang, Mai Linh Sinh Café, etc. It may take you about 9 hours to travel.

Sightseeing in Nha Trang:

Sightseeing Nha Trang

Regarded as the coastal paradise, Nha Trang has many tourist attractions that you hardly explore all within a few days. However, if the time available is too limited, you can choose following places:
- Nha Trang Bay is recognized as one of 29 most beautiful bays in the world with clean and blue water such as Tranh Beach, Doc Let Beach and so on.
- Vinpearl Land: In addition to the luxury world-class hotels and resorts, beautiful gardens, ideal freshwater pools, visitors will be attracted to the games with thrills and spectacular 4D cinema.
- Hon Mun Island is very attractive with activities as floating Bars, scuba diving and snorkeling to explore coral, glass bottom boats, etc.
- Hon Tre Island is 36km2 and belongs to a group of islands located southwest of Nha Trang. It takes two hours to reach Hon Tre Island by rowboat and only 20 minutes by ferry.
- Nha Trang Oceanography Institute is one of the first centers for scientific research in Vietnam and is an important location for tropical oceanographic research. There are more than 20,000 samples of 4,000 marine and rural creatures collected and preserved for years.
- Po Nagar Cham Towers is Cham’s ancient architecture, 2km far from Nha Trang center to the north. It includes four towers, two temples (the largest temple of Po Nagar).
Other interesting places such as: Tri Nguyen Aquarium, Fishing Village, Con Se Tre Village, Nha Trang Cathedral, Long Son Pagoda, Alexandre Yersin Museum, etc.

Nha Trang Cuisines:

Nha Trang Cuisines

Beside charming beaches and islands, Nha Trang also gets benefits from natural mother with mountains, and deltas. West of Nha Trang possesses endless mountain ranges in which a wide various animals and birds are preserved.
Beside delicious and tasty seafood, Nha Trang has a lot of specialties. Especially, bird's nest soup, or swallow's nest soup is very famous not only in Nha Trang but also around Vietnam.
With such advantages, Nha Trang has been more and more attractive to local and abroad visitors and become Vietnam’s pride to international friends.
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