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Tourism flourishes during Tet, welcoming 14 million visitors

During the nine-day Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, Vietnam's tourism sector served an estimated 14 million visitors, up 12% year-on-year, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Hanoi serves 1.34 million tourists during Tet holiday

This strong growth underscores Hanoi’s robust tourism appeal from the start of the new year. The structure of international source markets continued to expand, with key markets, including China, the Republic of Korea (RoK), India, France, the UK, the US, Germany and the Philippines.

Flavours of three regional Tet feasts in contemporary life

Each dish embodies not only taste but also memories and cultural values nurtured over generations. Sustaining this heritage ensures that Vietnamese cuisine is not eroded by time, but continues to be cherished, renewed and shared with care and respect.

Good fortune, peace and cultural experiences within spring journeys

In recent years, alongside the tradition of family reunions during the Lunar New Year (Tet), travelling during the holiday has become increasingly popular. Early spring travel is not merely about sightseeing; it also carries the meaning of seeking good fortune, peace and cultural experiences across different regions of the country.