The Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday in 2026 lasts nine days, giving travelers ample time to plan their spring journeys.

Visitors are amazed by the centuries-old muom tree at Pho Minh Pagoda, still green and full of life despite major decay inside.

Vietnam’s Con Dao has been ranked among the world’s best honeymoon destinations for 2026, according to a list released recently by Vogue.

Vietnam saw nearly 2.5 million international arrivals in January 2026 – the highest monthly total ever recorded, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Tay An Pagoda, located in An Giang Province, has long been recognized as the first pagoda in Vietnam to incorporate Indian architectural style, becoming a distinctive cultural and spiritual landmark of the Mekong Delta.

From beaches to national parks, these lesser-known destinations are perfect for a peaceful holiday.

Hidden beneath a shopping complex in the heart of Hanoi, Hang Da Market surprises foreign visitors with its food, crafts, and old-market charm.

Tucked along Hang Vai Street in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem district, Pho Lam and Pho Khoi Hoi have both been named in the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand list, which spotlights eateries offering exceptional food at moderate prices.

Residents and visitors traveling to the Yen Tu complex will no longer be required to pay entrance fees, following a new decision by Quang Ninh authorities.

Thanh Hoa authorities will offer free entry to the Ho Dynasty Citadel and Lam Kinh relic site, along with cultural and artistic activities, during the Tet holiday.

A giant bronze statue of Ca Ong - the revered whale of Vietnamese sea folklore - has just been completed at Bai Sau beach in Vung Tau, offering a new cultural and visual landmark for locals and visitors alike.

Data from travel platform Agoda show that searches for domestic destinations during the upcoming Tet holiday surged by nearly 22%, far outpacing outbound travel demand, which rose by a modest 7%.

It may be no larger than a bamboo leaf, but tep dau - the local freshwater fish of Phu Tho - is a seasonal favorite, beloved for its rich, sweet flesh and versatile flavor whether fried crisp or braised in soy sauce.

Chau Doc Market in An Giang is more than a famed hub for fermented fish - it’s a bustling culinary world where everything comes in miniature size, irresistible to visitors from near and far.

Gia Lai will host Vietnam’s 2026 National Tourism Year under the theme “Gia Lai – Great forests meet blue seas,” featuring 244 events designed to attract both domestic and international travelers.

More than a spiritual center, a century-old Chinese temple in Can Tho becomes a magnet for visitors each Tet (Lunar New Year) season - thanks to its festive and meaningful lantern auction.

Authentic Asia DMC, in coordination with the Little Hoi An Group, Vietstar Cruises Investment JSC and Destination Chase, hosted a workshop introducing Vietnam’s tourism offerings in Tel Aviv on February 1.

The “Happiness Train” departed Hanoi Railway Station on February 2, launched by Nhan dan Newspaper with Vietnam Railways and Coteccons, to spread compassion, optimism, and national pride at the start of the Lunar New Year.

A flight from Nha Trang to Bangkok was forced to land early after a foreign passenger stripped and tried to jump off mid-air.

Quy Nhon in Gai Lai province has been honoured with the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026, marking the third time it has received this prestigious regional recognition.