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OvationNetwork Ranks Ha Long Bay as a Top Tourist Destination for 2024

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Ha Long Bay, located in northern Vietnam’s Quang Ninh Province, has been designated as one of the top destinations for 2024 by luxury travel experts at OvationNetwork, a US-based travel agency specializing in high-end and experiential travel. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay showcases a unique ecosystem and geological formations that offer a blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, fresh food, tranquility, and accessibility. According to Zane Schafer, the Vice President and General Manager of OvationNetwork, the demand for travel remains high as people seek deeper and more experiential connections with off-the-beaten-path destinations. Next year, Ha Long Bay is poised to provide such an experience. Cruise on Ha Long Bay. Photo: Travel and Leisure “Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, foodie, or adventure seeker, Ha Long Bay has something for everyone. The unique rock formations of limestone karsts and islets add to the magic of this unduplicat...

Vietnamese Swimmer Secures Third Spot at 2024 Olympics

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Hoang completed the men’s 800 m freestyle event in a remarkable time of 7 minutes and 51.44 seconds, surpassing the Olympic standard time by a margin of 0.21 seconds. The 23-year-old swimmer is the third Vietnamese athlete to have successfully qualified for the 2024 Olympics. Shooter Trinh Thu Vinh has secured a spot in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. She achieved this feat by placing fifth in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the 2023 ISSF World Shooting Championships in August. The Olympic Games are scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11 next year. In addition, female cyclist Nguyen Thi That has also qualified for the Games. She earned her spot by winning the gold medal at the 2023 Asian Road and Para Cycling Championships in June. Hoang, born in 2000, has established himself as one of the country’s most promising swimmers in recent years. He is a holder of national and Southeast Asian records in the 800m and 1,500m freestyle events. He achieved remarkable su...