Ho Chi Minh City pursues integrated heritage preservation strategy in mega-city era
Scholars stressed that maintaining the vitality of heritage is crucial for a fast-urbanising metropolis like Ho Chi Minh City.
Pavie stone road, a silent historical witness of Vietnam’s Northwestern region
Hidden along the slopes of the majestic Nhiu Co San mountain range, the ancient Pavie stone road, also known as the Pavie road in Lai Chau province, stands as a silent historical witness of Vietnam’s Northwestern region.
UAE magazine hails Phu Quoc as a “global travel hotspots” for tourism in 2026
According to What’s On, Phu Quoc has long been a familiar resort destination for travellers from the Republic of Korea, China, and Russia, while steadily attracting growing international interest year after year.
Vietnam promotes tourism brand to realise target of 25 million int’l arrivals in 2026
Vietnam’s tourism sector recorded strong growth in 2025, welcoming nearly 21.2 million international tourist arrivals. Asia remained the largest source market, accounting for 78.6% of arrivals, with Southeast Asian countries and major Asian markets continuing to post robust growth.
Vietnam emerges as one of Asia’s must-visit destinations: Vogue
From the fast pace of life in major cities to pristine, alluring beaches framed by lush tropical forests, Vietnam offers travellers experiences that are not to be missed, writes Vogue.
Mui Ne National Tourism Area set to become leading destination in Asia-Pacific
According to the master plan, the Mui Ne National Tourism Area will cover 14,760ha, encompassing Phu Thuy ward, Mui Ne ward, Hoa Thang commune and Phan Ri Cua commune.
Son La's Ta Xua cloud haven named among Indian channel's 26 must-visit global destinations for 2026
New Delhi Television describes Ta Xua as Vietnam’s “cloud-hunting paradise”, best known for the so-called “dinosaur spine” – a trekking route that has been widely shared among travel enthusiasts for years.
Vietnam tourism accelerates green transition to power 2026 growth
Looking ahead to 2026, the tourism sector targets about 25 million international arrivals, 150 million domestic holidaymakers and total revenue of around 1.12 quadrillion VND (approximately 43 billion USD), reflecting its ambition to develop tourism into a spearhead economic sector in line with the Government's goals.
Resolution No. 57: Vietnam eyes comprehensive, unified tourism data system
Information consistency will help improve national tourism brand recognition among travellers, laying a stepping stone for positioning Vietnam as a green, safe and friendly destination, according to an insider.
Da Nang aims to welcome nearly 93,000 MICE visitors in 2026
The Da Nang MICE Tourism Promotion Programme 2026, themed “Da Nang - Elevating your MICE experience”, will be implemented from January 1 through the end of the year. Under the programme, the city targets welcoming and supporting nearly 93,000 MICE visitors, representing an increase of about 12% compared to 2025.
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.
Hue’s iconic tourist attractions promoted globally through CNN campaign
Several of Huế’s most iconic tourist attractions, including the Imperial Palace and Emperor Tự Đức’s tomb, have been featured by CNN in a promotional campaign designed to showcase the city’s cultural treasures to the world.
Vietnam targets 25 million international visitors for 2026
The sector aims to attract 25 million international visitors, serve 150 million domestic tourists, and earn some 1.12 quadrillion VND in revenue in 2026.
Vietnam becomes popular end-of-year destination for families in region
Based on searches made between September and November for stays during December 2025 and January 2026, Agoda recorded a 30% increase in family travel interest to Vietnam compared with the same period last year.