 Mu Cang Chai's terraced fields gives a stunning sight in the pouring season |
B: We continue to receive entries to our "What Do You Know About Vietnam 2025?" contest from listeners from Indonesia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Japan, and China.
A: The entries demonstrate our listeners’ love and dedication to VOVWorld’s broadcasts, showcasing their deep knowledge and understanding of Vietnam, its history, and its directions for future development.
B: Many entries are well-structured and illustrated, showing listeners’ enthusiasm for the contest and determination to win a trip to Vietnam. Since we provided the listeners with tips to participate in the contest, many listeners have shared their joy and readiness to participate.
A: From Cuba, Ezequiel Hernández Gómez wrote: “I would like to sincerely thank you for extending the deadline for submitting entries to the ‘What Do You Know About Vietnam 2025’ contest. On the morning of May 19, I started taking the test as a tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, the respected leader, whom we always affectionately call Uncle Ho. On the occasion of the 135th anniversary of his birth, I express my deep gratitude to the father of the Vietnamese people. Remembering him with all our respect and love, we continue to support the Voice of Vietnam. I wish you all the best.”
B: Thank you, Ezequiel! Your tribute truly reflects the enduring admiration for President Ho Chi Minh around the world. We’re looking forward to receiving your entry soon.
 Quy Nhon city in Binh Dinh offers a peaceful seaside atmosphere - quiet, understated, and elegant. The city faces a clear blue sea, embracing popular spots like Ky Co, Eo Gio, and Hon Kho. |
A: From Zhejiang, China, listener Fan Hong Jie wrote: “The questions in the ‘What do you know about Vietnam?” contest are wide-ranging and deep, but gathering information is still challenging. Many listeners, like me, faced difficulties in answering accurately. I truly appreciate VOV5’s support by providing suggestions. This shows your care for us.”
A: He also commented on Weibo: “VOV5 giving clues for the contest is a great idea. It helps more listeners participate.”
B: Thank you, Jie! We hope our clues continue to support all listeners in this exciting contest.
A: Paul Jamet of France wrote: “I’ve shared the news that the contest deadline has been extended. As for me, I’ve completed all my answers. Now I’m just polishing the presentation and doing a final review. I’ll make sure to submit it on time!”
B: Thank you, Paul! We’re looking forward to your final entry.
A: Dear listeners, as we have informed you, the deadline for the contest is extended to June 30 with hopes that more listeners will participate in the contest. For your information, we have also shared our tips to participate in the contest in our website at vovworld.vn and Facebook fanpage VOV5 English Service.
B: The prizes of the contest are also expanded to VOV Listeners Clubs around the world and will be awarded to the club that has the highest number of participants. So, why don’t you share the information about the contest with your club members and encourage them to join? Wishing all of you all the best of luck.
(VOVWORLD) - The Voice of Vietnam (VOV) is holding its “What do you know about Vietnam?” contest from March 10, 2025, to June 30, 2025. The followings are the stories that give you related information:
(VOVWORLD) -The Voice of Vietnam (VOV) is holding its “What do you know about Vietnam?” contest from March 10, 2025, to June 30, 2025.
A: This week, we received a letter from Robert Gentry of the US, who reported listening to our broadcast on March 7, 2025: “I’m writing to provide a reception report from the March 7, 2025, between 11:34:00 AM and 11;56:AM UTC. I received the signal on 12020 kHz and identified it as Voice of Vietnam. I used a Tecsun PL 660 and a long wire antenna that is 10 meters above ground level. I received this signal while I was in Japan on business.”
B: Thank you Mr. Gentry for your detailed report on the reception of our broadcast from a country far away from your home country. We really appreciate your interest in Voice of Vietnam programs and we hope to hear from you again .
A: Many listeners also asked about traveling by train in Vietnam, which is a growing tourism trend after learning that Vietnam Railways (VNR), in coordination with the Hai Phong municipal authority, announced the recognition of Hai Phong station as a "tourist destination" and launched a high-quality train named "Hoa Phuong Do" (Red Flamboyant).
B: To meet the growing demands of passengers, the VR has undertaken a comprehensive renovation and upgrade of its passenger carriages, featuring luxurious interiors and modern amenities.
 The train offers 64-seat standard carriages, including a VIP carriage with Indochine-style interiors. (Photo: VNA) |
A: This is the first time the railway industry has introduced a VIP carriage with 34 seats, featuring Indochine-style interiors. Each carriage includes spacious hand-washing areas, and modern restrooms. Additionally, the train offers 64-seat standard carriages with flexible ticket pricing to cater to the diverse travel demands of passengers.
A: Traveling by train is currently a new trend, as rising prices of domestic air tickets are leading to an increase of 10-15% in tour prices.
B: The railway industry, therefore, is striving to innovate and coordinate with tourism businesses to improve quality and associate tourism with “awakening” heritage.
A: Tours by train to central localities such as Quang Binh, Thua Thien-Hue, Da Nang, and Quang Nam have been organized to increase tourists’ experiences.
 A Da Nang-Quy Nhon train runs through forests in central Vietnam. Photo courtesy of The Vietage |
B: Flamingo Redtours has launched tours across Vietnam by train, with five-day itineraries such as Quang Binh - Phong Nha Cave - Bang Onsen Hot Mineral and Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An ancient city with prices of around 197 USD.
A: A train route named “Central Heritage Connection” linking Hue’s ancient capital in the central province of Thua Thien - Hue and nearby Da Nang city has been put into operation. It is a new product that combines transportation and tourism services, promising new and interesting experiences of history, culture, and heritage for passengers.
B: The train used for this route consists of five modern passenger carriages and another for community activities. It is expected to become an impressive “mobile” check-in place for travelers.
A: Railway routes and traveling by rail in Vietnam have grabbed foreign headlines. The British travel guide Lonely Planet even named the North-South railway as one of the world's most incredible rail trips.
B: Vietnam’s North-South railway, also known as the Reunification Express, stretches about 1,730 kilometers between the country’s two biggest cities Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City over the course of two days.
A: Vietnam has much more to attract tourists. We hope to welcome you in Vietnam one day. Seeing is believing!
B: That wraps up this week’s Letter Box! Thank you to all our listeners for your continuous support, thoughtful messages, and participation. If you haven’t joined the contest yet, there’s still time!
A: Thanks for listening and goodbye.