SODÅ: Maverick Startup Aims to Set New Hospitality Norms

In 2014, Alvaro Moreno was still in the early stages of his hospitality career. His professional journey had taken him to a major hotel in Đà Nẵng where he was helping to build out an operations team and he reached out to his former business school in Galicia, Spain, he was connected with Jacobo Priegue.

Strengthen connections and promote tourism cooperation between Vietnam and Western Australia

In Perth, Australia, VNAT’s Chairman, Mr. Nguyen Trung Khanh, met with Western Australian tourism representatives, emphasizing Perth’s tourism potential and proposing collaborative efforts to create appealing travel products for Vietnamese visitors. Additionally, bilateral discussions with education and airport entities aimed to strengthen cooperation and promote Vietnamese tourism in Australia.

Michelin Guide reveals the 2024 Bib Gourmand for Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City

The 2024 Michelin Awards revealed 42 Bib Gourmand recipients in Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City, including 5 new eateries in Ha Noi and 8 in Ho Chi Minh City. The complete restaurant selection will be announced on June 27th.

Da Nang looks toward broader international exchanges

On June 14, 2024, Da Nang’s Centre for International Cooperation and Foreign Affairs Services signed MoUs with partners from Republic of Korea, Singapore, and Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The city aims to expand global activities, strengthen relationships, and promote investment and tourism.

Reenergizing Australia’s MICE Sector: Dreamtime and ‘Australia Next’ Showcases

Australia’s MICE sector is set for a dynamic resurgence following the conclusion of Dreamtime 2023 and the exciting announcement of ‘Australia Next’ in 2024. These events serve as pivotal platforms in showcasing the country’s diverse offerings and fostering international connections within the industry.

India Encourages Direct Flights from Vietnam to Northeastern States for Enhanced Connectivity and Collaboration

At the North East India Festival in late October, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, the Union Minister of State for External Affairs, invited airlines from Vietnam to consider launching direct flights to cities in India’s northeastern states. This move aims to boost investment and tourism prospects for both nations.

Now Available: What About Vietnam Travel Services

Through the popularity of the podcast and the fact travel is now firmly back on in Vietnam, the host of the show and a member of AHA Vietnam’s Board of Experts – Kerry Newsome has recently announced the provision of these travel services with her partner in this venture Kelley McCarthy.

DiningCity launches in Vietnam

Well-known for their bilingual online dining guide, restaurant week and large-scale dining campaigns and events, DiningCity Asia highlights the exciting mid-upscale food scene in Asia. Currently listing over 55.000 restaurants throughout Hong Kong, China, Japan, Singapore & Macau, we are excited to finally announce the expansion to Vietnam.