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Da Nang among Asia’s top nine summer destinations: Lonely Planet

Da Nang expects to welcome nearly 20 million domestic and international visitors in 2026, continuing to affirm its appeal as a dynamic and distinctive destination in Vietnam and the region.

Da Nang among Asia’s top nine summer destinations: Lonely Planet

Building cuisine into a key driver of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism

Vietnam records 2 million foreign arrivals in April

Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang lead Thai tourists’ searches

Vietnam emerges as Southeast Asia’s top travel hotspot in 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam posted the fastest tourism growth in the region, welcoming 6.76 million international arrivals, up 12.4% year-on-year. Key markets such as China, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan continued to underpin demand.

Hung Kings Temple Festival to feature diverse activities

The Hung Kings Commemoration Day – the Hung Kings Temple Festival and the Ancestral Land Culture and Tourism Week in the Year of Binh Ngo 2026 will take place from April 17 to April 26, 2026 (from March 1 to March 10 of the lunar Year of Binh Ngo), featuring many new highlights and distinctive activities. The event is held to honour national cultural identity and the cultural values of the Hung Kings era, while affirming the sacred significance of Hung Kings Commemoration Day as a national holiday.

Cho Ro ethnic minority group's Sayangva festival recognised as national intangible cultural heritage

Sayangva is the most important traditional festival of the Cho Ro community in Dong Nai. Deeply rooted in agricultural beliefs, it expresses gratitude to heaven and earth and deities, especially the Rice Goddess, while praying for bumper harvests and prosperous lives.

Preserving filial piety in modern life

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, traditional values remain a vital link connecting people to their roots. The principle of “remembering the source of the water we drink” - a cornerstone of Vietnamese culture - continues to be preserved and passed down through generations.

Vietnam to join Venice Art Biennale with first national showcase

As Vietnam makes its debut at the Biennale, the exhibition “Vietnam: Art in a Global Flow” does not seek to assert its position through scale or grand statements, but rather opens up a space for meaningful artistic dialogue - an invitation to listen to subtle voices, contemplate in stillness, and reflect on the capacity to nurture sustained creative energy in a dynamic and ever-evolving art world.

Po Klong Garai Tower stands as a symbol of Cham architectural legacy

The Po Klong Garai Tower, a special national relic site of architecture and art in Khanh Hoa province, was built in the late 13th century in honour of King Po Klong Garai, who made significant contributions to the development of irrigation systems.

World Coffee Heritage Forum opens in Dak Lak

Dak Lak is known as the 'capital' of Vietnamese coffee, with rich, fertile basalt red soil ideal for agriculture. The coffee provides livelihoods for thousands of locals and has developed a unique cultural space, closely tied to the socioeconomic life, customs and identity of local communities.

Greater efforts needed for heritage to shape Hanoi’s identity

As suggested by UNESCO experts, heritage should be approached as an integrated system encompassing space, people and everyday life. This perspective can inform urban planning, cultural tourism development and the creation of clear economic drivers.

Vietnam tourism targets 45–50 million international visitors by 2030

Vietnam’s tourism sector has set an ambitious target of welcoming between 45-50 million international visitors by 2030, under an adjusted national tourism development plan for the 2021–2030 period with a vision to 2045.

Hung Kings Temple Festival, associated tourism week kick off

The annual festival serves as a major national cultural event, offering an opportunity for people across Vietnam and overseas Vietnamese communities to pay tribute to their ancestors, express gratitude, and strengthen the great national solidarity.

Vietnam sees strong tourism growth in Q1, reinforcing appeal as safe, attractive destination

In Q1, international arrivals reached an estimated 6.76 million, up 12.4% year-on-year and marking the highest level on record. Domestic travel remained strong with approximately 37 million visitors. Total tourism revenue was estimated at 267 trillion VND (10.1 billion USD).

Sa Pa shines for natural beauty, rich cultural landscape

Featured in Condé Nast Traveller’s list, Sa Pa stands out as a representative destination, leaving a strong impression thanks to its striking natural landscapes and distinctive cultural setting.

Modern technology enhances forest fire prevention

Dong Thap province has more than 7,740 hectares of forest land. During the dry season, prolonged heat and falling or depleted water levels in canals and ditches heighten the risk of forest fires. In response, forest owners are proactively implementing a range of prevention measures, with a strong focus on applying modern technologies and equipment to monitor and detect fire risks early and from afar.

Keeping family values alive in modern life

Throughout Vietnam’s development, culture has always been a spiritual foundation - both a goal and a driving force for society. This spirit is reaffirmed in the Politburo’s Resolution 80, which aims to build a society rooted in compassion, gratitude and a strong sense of origin.

Da Nang welcomes first flight from Vladivostok

The Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Anex Vietnam Travel and Trading Co., Ltd. (Anex Tour Vietnam) on April 16 welcomed the first flight from Russia's Vladivostok, marking the launch of a programme to tap into the international tourist market from Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) to the central city during 2026 summer.

Lung Tam hemp weaving village keeps tradition alive

Amid the rocky plateau of Ha Giang, Mong women in Lung Tam commune, Tuyen Quang province continue to transform traditional hemp weaving into distinctive, practical cultural products.

Vietnam’s tourism defies fuel price shock with record Q1 “hat-trick”

According to data released by the National Statistics Office, foreign arrivals in March reached nearly 2.1 million, up 1.3% year-on-year. In total, Vietnam welcomed an estimated 6.76 million foreign tourists in the first quarter, a more than 12% jump from the same period in 2025 and the highest Q1 figure ever recorded.

Ho Chi Minh City boosts cultural industry

Ho Chi Minh City is taking a decisive step toward becoming a regional cultural hub by pairing institutional modernization with governance reform. The launch of the Phu Tho Circus and Multi-purpose Performance Hall, a 53 million USD project, signals a clear commitment to boosting the city’s cultural industry.

Khanh Hoa attracts visitors with grape garden tourism

Grape gardens across Khanh Hoa province on the south-central coast are entering peak harvest season and opening for sightseeing and on-site tasting. Visitors checking in and sharing photos online have helped create a strong social media buzz, further boosting tourism to the region.

An Dinh Palace in Hue: A striking east–west architectural fusion

An Dinh Palace in the central city of Hue was built in 1917, originally comprising 10 structures. Today, only three remain relatively intact: the Main Gate, Trung Lap Pavilion, and Khai Tuong Pavilion, which features the appearance of a European-style castle in the heart of ancient Hue.