foreigners in vietnam

foreigners in vietnam

British man walks 15,000km to return “home” to Vietnam

Luke Deakin is trekking across 23 countries on foot, inspired by his love for Hanoi.

Foreign director wins admiration for mastering iconic Vietnamese role

Aaron Toronto astonished audiences with his deep portrayal of Chi Pheo in a Vietnamese radio play.

Local university debuts Vietnamese culture education for foreigners

The Vietnamese comprehensive culture programme, in English, will include two semesters to develop Vietnamese language proficiency and provide foreigners with knowledge about Vietnamese geography, history, art and socio-economics.

American earns master’s in mathematics at Vietnamese university

American math teacher David Coley overcame language barriers to graduate with a degree in Vietnam.

Ukraine bride falls for VN's charm after moving to the country with her husband

Ten years after their wedding, a Ukrainian bride has returned to her husband’s hometown in ThanhHoa province in Vietnam to settle down.

Spanish groom dons ao dai, takes metro and double-decker bus to fetch bride

Wearing traditional Vietnamese ao dai, a Spanish groom and his entourage took the metro and a double-decker bus to the bride’s home in Ho Chi Minh City for a wedding that was anything but ordinary.

Traveling Vietnam in 1994: Mines, hammocks, and heartfelt kindness

British traveler Simon O’Reilly shares his vivid memories of Vietnam’s early days of tourism in 1994.

Bond’s music video ‘Victory’ casts Ha Long Bay in a dazzling new light

The world-renowned wonder of Ha Long Bay has never looked more mesmerizing than in Victory, the new music video by the internationally acclaimed string quartet Bond.

Japanese guest praises Hanoi’s ‘underground’ market, says it's worth a visit

Located in the basement of a building, Hang Da Market in Hoan Kiem District in Hanoi is affectionately dubbed the "underground market" by locals and visitors alike.

Thai billionaire Madam Pang loves Hanoi pho: ‘I want to bring it back with me’

The Thai football president enjoyed a bowl of pho at Noi Bai Airport, charming fans with her reaction and a few Vietnamese words.

Two foreign riders penalized for dangerous motorbike stunt in Quang Nam

Viral video leads to police action after reckless riding behavior on Quang Nam’s coastal highway.

Japanese tourist stunned by one-day custom dress at Ben Thanh Market

A viral video shows how a VND1.5 million dress made in 24 hours amazed a Japanese fashion entrepreneur visiting Ho Chi Minh City.

American on TikTok airs cooking series on Vietnamese dishes

The young American woman can prepare many Vietnamese dishes, including complex dishes like pho bo (noodles served with beef), bun dau mam tom (tofu, shrimp sauce, and noodles) and tiet canh (blood pudding).

Chinese man fined for riding motorized suitcase in Ho Chi Minh City

A viral video of a Chinese tourist riding a suitcase in Ho Chi Minh City has led to a fine for violating traffic regulations.

Turkish volleyball sensation steals the spotlight at VN national championship

Ceyda Aktas, known for her exceptional athleticism and striking looks, has captured the attention of fans at the Vietnam National Volleyball Championship.

Police investigate viral clip of man 'riding' suitcase in Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities are verifying the identity of the man seen riding a suitcase through busy streets, raising legal and safety questions.

Foreign YouTuber tries unusual Hanoi dish, shocked by ingredient

When he learned the ingredients of this unique dish, a foreign tourist was stunned but admitted that it had a delicious flavor, praising it as a dish worth trying.

Why Jason Quang Vinh’s national team debut is on hold despite citizenship

Despite gaining citizenship, Quang Vinh’s debut for the Vietnam national team has been delayed until June.

American YouTuber shocked but hooked on Hanoi’s deep-fried frog dish

YouTuber David Hoffmann was stunned after learning Hanoi’s cha nhai is made from frogs, but he couldn’t stop eating it. Here’s why it’s a must-try.

Korean boy band singer books 4-star hotel near favorite Vung Tau eatery

Arriving in Vung Tau, a Korean boyband member recently booked a hotel room with a sea view for VND9 million for two nights. The hotel was close to a local banh khot (mini savory pancake) stall that he had liked on previous visits.