Lonely Planet lists 10 best places to visit in Vietnam
World-renowned travel guide Lonely Planet has named 10 of the best places to visit in Vietnam in its latest recommendations.
Khanh Hoa welcomes first cruise ship in 2026
Costa Serena (Italy), carrying 2,961 passengers, arrived in Nha Trang on January 4, marking the first cruise call in 2026.
Khanh Hoa welcomes tourists for New Year celebration
The festive atmosphere of the year-end is spreading everywhere with excitement and vibrancy in Khanh Hoa Province. This year's New Year's holiday with 4 consecutive days is an opportunity for…
Enhancing destination value through creative tourism
With the advantage of unlocking visitors’ creative potential through distinctive on-site experiences, creative tourism is not only emerging as a new trend but also becoming a strategic pathway to enhance attractiveness, preserve culture, and promote the sustainable development of Viet Nam’s tourism sector.
Da Nang’s efforts to position itself as leading MICE tourism destination on global tourism map
To achieve its goal of welcoming nearly 93,000 MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourists in 2026, Da Nang's tourism sector is rolling out comprehensive support policies, with focus on refreshing visitor experiences and removing bottlenecks in infrastructure and procedures to enhance its competitiveness on the global tourism map.
Ho Chi Minh City adopts targeted policy to boost MICE tourism
Ho Chi Minh City has introduced a targeted policy to support meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) tourism, focusing on large-scale groups of at least 100 delegates that meet strict requirements, including a minimum stay of three nights and at least two days of sightseeing in the city.
Community tourism revitalizes Mong ethnic hamlet in Son La province
Ta So Hamlet 1 in Moc Chau ward, Son La province, home to the Mong ethnic group, is located at “Heaven’s Gate,” about 20 kilometers from the center of Moc Chau. The locals, who once relied solely on corn and rice cultivation, now earn income from community-based tourism. The beautiful landscapes are already attractive to tourists, and villagers are now working to preserve their unique…
International culture week to celebrate New Year 2026 in HCM City
More than 80 cultural and culinary booths, along with a vibrant lineup of performances, workshops and cosplay festivities, will come together at the International Culture Week – Welcoming the New Year 2026, set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City.
Charter flights from Mongolia to bring winter tourists to Vietnam
A series of charter flights from Mongolia is expected to bring thousands of international tourists to Vietnam’s beach destinations of Phu Quoc and Nha Trang during the 2025 - 2026 winter tourism season, as travellers seek warmer climates.
Dong Ho folk painting craft inscribed on UNESCO’s Urgent Safeguarding List
The traditional craft of Dong Ho folk painting has been inscribed on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding, marking Vietnam’s 17th element recognised on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list.
Ha Noi attracts tourists with highlights in cuisine and craft villages
Ha Noi continues to promote craft village tourism and culinary tourism, showcasing the cultural beauty of the capital through the Ha Noi Culinary and Craft Village Tourism Festival held from December 11 - 14.
HCM City to ring in 2026 with spectacular fireworks displays
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has unveiled plans for New Year 2026 celebrations, including fireworks displays across multiple sites in the city.
Quang Ninh develops local tourism products
Blessed with a treasure trove of natural wonders and cultural heritage, Quang Ninh is redefining its golden assets,  transforming pristine landscapes and timeless traditions into world-class tourism experiences. From the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay to the sacred tranquility of Yen Tu Mountain, the province is steadily shaping a vibrant tourism landscape that harmonizes nature, culture, and innovation.
Ring in 2026: Da Nang New Year Festival full of interesting activities
The Da Nang New Year Festival 2026 a citywide celebration featuring an extensive series of cultural, artistic, and tourism activities, will take from December 30, 2025, to January 3, 2026.
Phu Tho: Diverse models for environmental preservation and community tourism development
In recent years, through the implementation of the model “Bright, green, clean, beautiful, and safe villages and hamlets”, the landscape and environmental quality of Mo Hamlet (Thung Nai Commune, Phu Tho Province) have significantly improved, turning it into a community tourism destination that attracts a large number of visitors.
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