Each spring, when ban flowers bloom across the mountains of northwest Vietnam, visitors arrive not only to admire the scenery but also to taste a distinctive local dish made from the iconic blossom.

Escalating conflict in the Middle East has forced many international flights to be canceled, delayed, or rerouted, and a number of Vietnamese travelers have been directly affected.

Located near the confluence of two rivers in Bac Ninh, Xa Temple preserves the story behind Nam quoc son ha, a poem deeply etched into Vietnam’s historical memory.

With timeworn rammed-earth houses surrounded by lush greenery and glowing mustard fields, Bac Hoa ancient village has been drawing comparisons from visitors to the well-known Lo Lo Chai village in Tuyen Quang.

Just 20km from Da Nang’s center, Tung Son Church stands as a rare architectural relic, bound together by lime, tree resin and crushed dodder vine.

To build a national culinary brand, Vietnam must align heritage, the food and beverage industry, and artisan standardisation—laying the groundwork for greater global presence and the elevation of Vietnamese cuisine as a tourism icon.

These days in Hoi An, foreign visitors are delighting in hands-on experiences of carpentry and mat weaving at Kim Bong, a craft village with a history spanning more than 500 years.

In the heart of East London, Song Que has drawn loyal crowds for nearly a quarter of a century, with diners willing to queue for a steaming bowl of beef pho priced at VND550,000 (US$22).

From before dawn, visitors from across the region made their way to Hon Ba Temple, a small island sanctuary accessible only when the tide pulls back.

From February to early April, Hue enjoys clear skies and gentle sunshine, creating the perfect backdrop for sightseeing and romantic getaways.

Built in the 10th century, Duyen Ninh Pagoda has become a popular destination for young people praying for romance and marriage at the start of the year.

Beyond trekking and scenery, foreign guests are embracing a smoky, hands-on culinary experience in Thanh Hoa’s highlands.

A unique pair of miniature ponies and other friendly animals are delighting visitors at Dong Tam Snake Farm in the Mekong Delta.

The Gia Lai Ethnic Cultural Festival, scheduled for this April, will convene artisans from diverse ethnic groups to perform gong music and breathe fresh life into age-old festival traditions, thereby spreading heritage values in contemporary life.

Hue city in central Vietnam has been named among the world’s top 25 honeymoon destinations in the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards by online travel platform Tripadvisor.

Vietnam’s Internet speeds, particularly 5G mobile broadband, recorded strong growth in January 2026, with the upward trend expected to continue thanks to synchronised infrastructure investment.

As Vietnam enters a new development phase, tourism is poised for a breakthrough, reinforcing its role as a key growth driver.

Authorities of Ho Chi Minh City are finalising a plan to develop modern and efficient grassroots cultural and sports facilities through 2035, aligned with the city’s master plan and the goal of building a creative and smart city.

Ho Chi Minh City’s 2026 Culture and Tourism Festival officially opened on February 27, featuring a wide range of cultural, artistic and tourism activities aimed at promoting the city’s image and strengths.

A famous local dish in Vinh Long not only impressed a Japanese traveler with its bold flavors, but also surprised him with its remarkably low price of just VND10,000 (US$0.40) per bowl.