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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

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

Lao, Cambodian, Thai New Year festivals in Ho Chi Minh City boost solidarity, friendship

British teen’s organ donation saves three Vietnamese lives

How to spot AI-generated videos with naked eyes

AI-generated videos have reached new levels of sophistication, using deepfake technology to mimic real people, making them difficult for viewers to detect. Still, viewers can rely on certain visual cues to identify videos created using AI and detect manipulated content.

Vietnam defeat Malaysia 3-1 in Asian Cup qualifiers

The result confirmed Vietnam’s strong qualifying campaign, highlighted by consistent performances and attacking efficiency, with all three goals in this match coming from headers.

Vietnam makes strong cultural mark at Macau International Parade 2026

Duong Trung Duc, President of the Overseas Vietnamese Association in Macau, said that while Vietnam has joined the event for three consecutive years, this was the first time the Vietnamese delegation was selected among the opening groups to lead the parade procession.

Son Doong tourism gets global boost from CBS television programme

The selection of Son Doong as a filming location by one of the world’s most prestigious television programmes is considered a significant media milestone for Quang Tri’s tourism sector as well as for the World Natural Heritage site of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park.

Vibrant Son tra blossom festival in Son La

The 2026 Son tra (hawthorn) blossom festival in Ngoc Chien commune, Son La province, is held annually in March in Nam Nghiep village, home to the largest hawthorn forest in Vietnam. The event promotes tourism and distinctive cultural values, celebrating the pristine white beauty of hawthorn flowers in the northwestern highlands and attracting large numbers of visitors seeking local cultural experiences.

Vietnam gains popularity among Philippine travellers

According to the Tourism Information Centre under the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), since the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Filipino visitors to Vietnam has recovered and grown impressively. Filipino tourists are particularly fond of destinations such as Da Nang, Sa Pa, Phu Quoc and Nha Trang, as well as Vietnam’s distinctive cuisine.

Vietnam tourism shifts gears as travellers seek flexibility and authenticity

Vietnam’s tourism market is being reshaped as rising costs and cautious spending push travellers toward shorter, more flexible, and experience-led trips.

Pho’s journey from Van Cu village toward global cultural recognition

The story of Pho Co traces back to Van Cu village in Nam Dong commune, Ninh Binh province, considered the cradle of Vietnam’s pho-making craft.

Vietnamese universities climb global rankings in multiple disciplines

In the broad subject rankings, seven Vietnamese universities were listed, three more than last year. Van Lang University ranked 260th globally in arts and humanities, the highest position for Vietnam in this category. Duy Tan University maintained a strong standing in engineering and technology, placing 346th worldwide.

De Men Awards nurture creativity, culture for Vietnam’s children

The awards honour outstanding contributions across creative fields – from literature and the arts to entertainment; from traditional publishing formats to contemporary digital platforms.

Vietnamese cuisine takes centre stage in global culinary showcase

Running from March 26 to 29, the event also highlights a series of key activities, including the honouring of 10 chefs behind signature regional dishes, recognition of 10 standout mixologists, and a Top 10 contest for the most dynamic and creatively designed booths.

Vietnam beat Bangladesh 3-0 in international friendly match

The hosts came out on the front foot, pressing high and pinning Bangladesh deep in their own half from the opening whistle. The breakthrough arrived in the eighth minute when Tien Anh whipped in a corner and Tuan Hai finished from a close range to open the scoring.

Hue to offer immersive night tour of imperial heritage

Elaborately staged, the programme vividly recreates the royal court at night through a series of artistic performances and immersive experiences. It opens with a guard-changing ceremony at Ngo Mon (Noon Gate), combined with cannon-fire effects to mark the opening of the palace.

Tourist arrivals in Hue surge, further growth expected

During the period, the city has welcomed more than 1.9 million visitors, up 31.3% year-on-year. Of the total, international arrivals exceeded 843,000, rising 26.7%, while domestic visitors reached over 1.05 million, up 35.2% compared with the same period last year.

Child protection, support programme in cyberspace approved

The programme aims to achieve the objectives of strengthening child protection while promoting their healthy and positive development, and enhancing their digital capacity in the context of national digital transformation, thus contributing to the formation of a generation of Vietnamese “digital citizens” in the new situation.

Vietnamese travellers favour nearby overseas trips, unique experiences for April 30 holiday

According to travel firms and online booking platforms, tourists are shifting away from conventional leisure holidays towards wellness-focused journeys, personalised experiences, and trips that strengthen connections with family and friends.

Unique natural splendour of Hang Rai in Nui Chua National Park

Hang Rai (meaning “otter cave”) is located within the Nui Chua World Biosphere Reserve in Vinh Hai commune, in the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa. It stands out as one of the most remarkable natural landmarks of Nui Chua National Park, famed for its ancient fossilised coral reefs of striking shapes set against a backdrop of majestic coastal mountains.

Australian website spotlights the spirit of Vietnam along the Mekong

Australian website The Sydney Morning Herald on March 21 run an article titled “The Spirit of Vietnam bursts into life a long the Mekong” by travel writer Tim Richards, in which he expresses his enjoyment of experiencing a week-long journey along the Mekong River from Vietnam to Cambodia.

Nearly 17,000 join Olympic Run Day for public health, national security in Hanoi

Nearly 17,000 people took part in the 2026 Olympic Run Day for public health and national security in Hanoi on March 22, marking the largest edition of the event to date.

Nationwide energy-saving campaign launched in response to Earth Hour

The Ministry of Industry and Trade held a launch ceremony on March 21 for the programme “All people use energy efficiently and respond to Earth Hour 2026."