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Hanoi kicks off tourism season with “Get on Hanoi 2026” programme

“Get on Hanoi 2026” is not only the opening event of the capital’s tourism season but also a milestone affirming Hanoi’s commitment to green, sustainable and responsible tourism development, while strengthening tourism linkages and promoting the city as a safe, friendly and attractive destination.

Light concert ushers in New Year with music, light and heritage

The Light Concert – Welcome 2026, themed “Vibrant Light,” will take place at 8:00 pm on January 31 at August Revolution Square, in front of the Hanoi Opera House. The event will be open to the public free of charge, serving residents of the capital and visitors alike.

Overwhelming Tet atmosphere at flower, ornamental plant villages in Hung Yen

Phung Cong commune, known as the “capital” of flowers and ornamental plants in the northern region, is already bustling with Tet preparations. Trucks line the roads carrying flowers to cities and provinces nationwide, while traders arrive weeks in advance to secure the best plants for the holiday market.

Vietnam Airlines to operate more than 1,300 night flights during Tet holiday

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines plans to operate more than 1,300 night flights from February 1 to March 3, offering nearly 300,000 seats to meet surging travel demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Hanoi revives traditional Tet in Hoan Kiem heritage space

For the first time, the relic site at 22 Hang Buom street has been transformed into a living tableau of the Red River Delta’s authentic Tet atmosphere, complete with the lively bustle of a traditional spring market.

207,000 USD in aid to brighten Tet for Hanoi’s most vulnerable

Under the allocation plan, 5.28 billion VND will fund 5,280 Tet gift packages for near-poor households and those living in difficult circumstances. Each package contains 1 million VND in cash, with wards receiving 30 each and communes receiving 50.

More trains added to serve Lunar New Year demand

The railway sector will add more Thong Nhat (reunification) trains and regional services to meet the sharply rising travel demand of people and tourists during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet), Vietnam’s largest traditional festival.

Hanoi’s ethnic culture village kicks off month-long Tet celebrations

The activities aim to celebrate Vietnam’s diverse cultural identities, contribute to upholding traditional values, and foster exchange, solidarity, and mutual support among ethnic groups.

Tourism market gears up for Lunar New Year holiday

Data from travel platforms show that Da Lat continues to be the most popular domestic destination for Tet 2026, with searches increasing by 44%. Its cool climate, festive atmosphere, and wide range of accommodation options make it a top choice during the peak season.

Tourism destinations refresh offerings to welcome New Year/Lunar New Year visitors

Across the Mekong Delta, many tourist sites have been busy upgrading their offerings. At the Con Son tourism site in Can Tho city, members of the local tourism cooperative have been pruning fruit orchards, refurbishing stages for traditional don ca tai tu performances, cleaning fish ponds used for visitor experiences, and expanding areas for making traditional cakes.

Hanoi craft villages bustle as Lunar New Year approaches

Hanoi is home to the largest number of craft villages nationwide, with about 1,350 villages and craft-based communities, accounting for roughly 56% of rural villages in the capital. Of these, 318 are officially recognised as traditional craft villages.

Binh Dien Spring Flower Market offers festive gateway to Tet 2026

More than a flower market, the event showcases the traditions of southern flower-growing villages, offering visitors an immersive Tet experience.