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Dear readers,
The contribution of tourism to Vietnam’s economy is huge, but
only a few of its many provinces are significant players. This means
there is still much room for growth in the sector. One of the prov-
inces that shows the most promise is Phu Yen.
Long overshadowed by neighbouring Khanh Hoa and its resort
city of Nha Trang, Phu Yen has begun to catch the eye of local and
foreign investors thanks to its stunning coastline and untouched
beaches. This issue we take a look at what the province has to offer.
In contrast to Phu Yen, Hue needs no introduction. Home of the
UNESCO listed citadel and surrounded by magnificent mausoleums,
Hue is on many tourists’ bucket lists. There is much more to Hue than
its well-known sites however - turn to page 39 for a guide to its lesser
known charms.
A further reason to visit the city is the Hue Festival. This year will
be the eighth edition and it promises to be bigger and better than
ever. Timeout spoke to its organisers to bring you the inside take on
what to expect.
Also this issue, we bring you a feature on the fascinating wedding
traditions of the Chu Ru ethnic minority and an in depth report on
the state of Vietnam’s illegal but flourishing bear bile industry.
As ever, we have also sought out the country’s best tourism and
dining deals and put together a comprehensive list of the top arts
and cultural events happening in the country’s big cities.
Yours sincerely
NGUYEN ANH TUAN
Editor-in-Chief
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Dr. Nguyen Anh Tuan
Deputy Editors-in-Chief
Le Trong Minh
Bui Duc Hai
Do Xuan Khanh
Deputy Managing Editor
Tran Ngoc Son
Designer
Lai Hoang Yen
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