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Night flight operations extended at six airports for Lunar New Year

The adjusted operating schedules will apply at Tho Xuan, Dong Hoi, Chu Lai, Phu Cat, Pleiku, and Tuy Hoa airports.

Horse-themed ceramics bring fire back to Thanh Ha’s ancient kilns

With a month to go before the Lunar New Year, kilns in Thanh Ha pottery village (Hoi An Tay Ward, Da Nang City) are already blazing nonstop.

In Hanoi, horse-themed lacquer art sells for up to $12,000 ahead of Tet

With the Lunar New Year just a month away, dozens of horse-themed lacquer artworks by artisan Nguyen Tan Phat - some priced at several thousand dollars - are being snapped up by collectors for Tet displays and interior decoration.

Vietjet adds nearly 1,800 flights for peak Lunar New Year travel

Passengers planning to travel during the Tet peak period are advised to book tickets early to secure suitable flight schedules.

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.

Thanh Hoa’s red royal pomelo sells out weeks ahead of Tet

Thanh Hoa’s red royal pomelo is nearly sold out ahead of Tet, as traders scramble to reserve stock amid strong demand.

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.

Vietnam’s chrysanthemum capital races against time for Tet

As night falls over Nghia Hiep flower village (Quang Ngai Province), a gentle glow brightens the fields. Hundreds of chrysanthemum gardens are lit up overnight, as farmers "wake" their flowers to ensure they bloom in time for Tet 2026.

Hanoi’s Tet bonus disparity widens, private sector leads with $25,000 payouts

As Tet approaches, Hanoi’s private sector outpaces others with unprecedented holiday bonuses for employees, reaching up to $25,000.

Hanoi to deliver nearly 90,000 Tet gifts to needy people

The funding is expected to come from the municipal “For the Poor” Fund, under which each ward will receive 30 gift packages and each commune 50 packages, with each package valued at 1 million VND.

Tourism destinations refresh offerings to welcome New Year visitors

Across the Mekong Delta, many tourist sites have been busy upgrading their offerings. nal cakes.

Over 6 million recipients to get Tet gifts from the government

The Ministry of Finance confirms full disbursement of Tet gift funds for people with meritorious service and vulnerable citizens.

Hanoi to spend over $23 million on Tet 2026 gifts for over 1.16 million people

The city will offer monetary gifts to war veterans, vulnerable groups, and the elderly during the Lunar New Year.

Party & State distribute Tet gifts to national contributors & vulnerable groups

To mark the 14th National Party Congress and Tet 2026, millions of Vietnamese will receive State-sponsored gifts.

Free bus and metro rides in HCMC on New Year’s Day

In celebration of the New Year 2026, Ho Chi Minh City will offer free rides on all public buses and the Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien metro line on January 1.

Domestic tourism sees strong uptick ahead of New Year holiday

In Ho Chi Minh City, travel agencies report a bustling tour market as year-end demand remains strong, particularly for domestic travel, which continues to appeal to both local residents and overseas Vietnamese.

Hanoi craft villages bustle as Lunar New Year approaches

As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, traditional craft villages across Hanoi are entering their busiest production season.

Vietnam Airlines adds 270 flights to during 2026 New Year holiday

Vietnam Airlines will operate nearly 270 additional flights on key domestic routes to meet the surge in travel demand during the upcoming New Year holiday, the national flag carrier has announced.

Railway sector adds 20,000 seats for four-day New Year holiday

Alongside the new services, the company will also attach additional carriages to the North–South Reunification trains and other daily routes, supplying about 6,600 more seats.

New Year’s Eve fireworks to light up Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in 2026

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are preparing to welcome 2026 with dazzling fireworks displays at multiple iconic locations across both cities.