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Da Nang emerges as venue for super-luxurious weddings

Da Nang, home of one of the six most beautiful beaches on the planet as recognized by Forbes, has become popular for weddings of ultra-wealthy couples.

Boiled young jackfruit, a Quang region specialty

Young jackfruit holds a special place in the culinary culture of the Quang region, where it can be processed in various ways such as braising, soups, salads, and more.

Hanoi’s oldest hotel reopens its historical Heritage Wing

The iconic Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has officially reopened its historical Heritage Wing after nearly two years of renovation.

Theme-based tours to inspire traveller interest in Vietnam

As tourism demand diversifies, new and interesting products tailored to the taste of each tourist group have been launched to better serve and attract visitors.

Mu Cang Chai covered with white pear blossoms

In early spring, the best way to fully enjoy the beauty of pear blossoms is to go and see the flowers in the mountains of Mù Cang Chải District, Yên Bái Province.

Tourism service fee increasing in Ha Long Bay may affect travel companies

Price of some tourism services at the UNESCO-recognised World Heritage Ha Long Bay will increase from next month.

Bill Gates departs Da Nang after four-day holiday

American billionaire Bill Gates and his partner Paula Hurd have departed from Danang City following a four-day holiday in the Vietnamese central city.

Vietnam attends world’s leading travel trade show in Germany

More than 70 Vietnamese travel agencies are introducing attractive tourism products and services at the world’s largest travel trade show – ITB 2024, which takes place in Berlin, Germany from March 5-7.

Ho Chi Minh City honoured as Asia's Leading MICE Tourism Destination

Ho Chi Minh City was honoured as “Asia’s Leading MICE Tourism Destination” for the fourth consecutive time at the 2023 World MICE Awards gala ceremony held in Berlin, Germany, on March 6.

Domestic tours less attractive due to high airfare prices

Many travel companies are worried that the number of domestic tourists will decrease in the upcoming tourist season as domestic air ticket prices have increased from March 1.

Da Nang lures travelers with cheap summer tours

Da Nang, considered the most livable city of Vietnam, is running tourism promotions to attract travelers for the summer season.

Bill Gates visits Danang mountain peak

American billionaire Bill Gates and his partner Paula Hurd visited Ban Co Mountain in Danang City on the third day of their holiday in the Vietnamese central city.

Nha Trang to be graced with Sea Festival 2024

A string of sensational cultural and sports activities are expected to excite spectators at the Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa Sea Festival, scheduled in the beach city of Nha Trang of the south-central province of Khanh Hoa from June 13-16.

"Get on Hanoi 2024" to kick off Hanoi's tourism year 2024

Hanoi Tourism Year 2024 will include a series of interesting cultural events that will carry the unique identity of the city with thousands of years of civilization.

Binh Dinh Grand Prix 2024: Showcasing Vietnam's beauty to the world

The Formula 1 powerboat race F1H2O Grand Prix and Aquabike Grand Prix 2024 (Binh Dinh Grand Prix 2024) are set to take place from March 22 to 31 at Thi Nai Bay, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province.

A weekend getaway at Dan Xay Ecotourism Site

Located in the serene landscape of Can Gio District, Dan Xay Ecotourism Site offers an idyllic getaway for visitors seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of HCMC.

Son Doong among 10 best caves in the world

Global magazine Timeout recently featured Son Doong cave in Vietnam’s central Quang Binh province on the list of the 10 best caves in the world.

An Giang’s palm sugar, a specialty of An Giang Province

Locals consider the tree as coming from heaven to help them process it into palm sugar that brings them a stable monthly income and lovely spice for cooks and housewives nationwide.

Vietnam seeking to diversify sports tourism experiences

Vietnam boasts a lot of advantages to develop sports tourism and is taking measures to promote this type of tourism - one of the fastest growing segments in the industry, with an estimated value of about 800 billion USD globally.

Expanding visa exemption policies will benefit Vietnamese tourism

Continuing to expand visa exemption policies will be beneficial for the development of tourism in Vietnam, experts said.