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International arrivals to Vietnam hit new record in 2025, up over 20%

According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), more than 2 million international visitors arrived in December alone, up 15.7% year on year, pushing total arrivals for the year to a new high.

Dong Van transforms advantages into smart tourism

Dong Van is opening a new journey, where each scan by visitors is not only a marker on their travel map but also a stream of live data helping the highland region step into the era of smart tourism.

Hanoi serves 560,000 holiday-makers during New Year holiday

During the days, the capital city served 110,000 foreign arrivals and 450,000 domestic tourists, up nearly 287% and over 240%, respectively. These figures reflect a strong recovery and robust growth right at the start of the year.

Preserving core values key to sustainable craft village tourism: Insiders

Developing tours and itineraries highlighted with the unique culture of craft villages requires coordinated efforts from local authorities, communities, craft artisans, and travel agencies, thus transforming Vietnam’s traditional craftsmanship into sustainable tourism products within the modern travel landscape.

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.

Vietnam poised to ring in 2026, ready to embark on new era of prosperity

Major urban centres are already seeing massive crowds as streets have been transformed into colourful corridors of light. This year, the focus in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City has shifted toward immersive cultural experiences that blend tradition with modern innovation.

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