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US ambassador: Phu Quoc Island has potential to win over American tourists

American travelers are not only interested in beautiful beaches but also distinctive cuisine, sports activities, and high-quality leisure experiences, all of which Phu Quoc offers, US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper has said.

Pu Luong’s mirror-like terraces enchant international travelers

Nature lovers are flocking to Pu Luong in northern Vietnam to witness the serene beauty of terraced rice fields during the dazzling water-pouring season.

Cultural, culinary tourism heightens Tet allure in Ho Chi Minh City

With around one month to go before Lunar New Year Festival, HCM City’s tourism market is gathering momentum to draw travellers and further popularise Vietnam’s image.

Nha Trang captivates visitors with traditional Tet atmosphere

Amid the vibrant pace of urbanisation, Nha Trang is offering visitors a chance to slow down and immerse themselves in a rustic countryside setting imbued with the spirit of traditional Tet.

Plans to expand unilateral visa waivers to attract high-quality tourists

The Ministry of Public Security will work with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to study and propose more open visa policies.

Lunar New Year tours boom

As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches with a nine-day holiday, tourism demand is becoming increasingly vibrant, with a wide range of domestic and international tours being rolled out.

Banh da ke: The humble Hanoi snack enchanting international visitors

A crispy local treat surprises a Taiwanese traveler in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with its nostalgic flavors and incredibly low price.

Life in frames: Da Nang tourism photo contest spotlights everyday beauty

A photo contest in Da Nang has invited journalists, photographers, travelers, and local residents to share real-life stories and memorable moments from the places they’ve explored across the city.

Phu Quy, Nha Trang named among most beautiful destinations along East Sea

According to an article published on January 18, Phu Quy, situated off the southern coast of Vietnam, is described as one of the lesser-known islands on the East Sea tourism map.

Breathtaking lily fields by the river become Hai Phong’s newest check-in gem

Just 70km from the capital, a radiant lily field by the Kinh Thay River has become a hotspot for springtime check-ins.

Man fined for offering drugs to Western tourists in Hanoi

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Tourist covers body with bananas to ‘tease’ monkeys in Son Tra

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

Green tourism opens new development pathway for northernmost frontier

Tourism growth has also facilitated poverty reduction. In 2025 alone, the poverty rate fell by 5.2%

Hanoi delicacy with crispy skin like rice paper sells out by sunrise

With a skin that snaps like a cracker, this labor-intensive dish is a treasure of Duong Lam village.

Phu Quoc named as a must-visit cold-weather escape by RoK media

As the RoK enters its harsh winter at the start of the year, journeys in search of warmth become a top priority. Phu Quoc, therefore, emerges as an appealing recommendation thanks to weather conditions considered ideal in January.

Spanish man cycles over 22,000km to Vietnam in tribute to late father

After 10 months on the road, Marino Izquierdo arrives in Vietnam to honor his father's memory and raise awareness about cancer.

Poor village thrives after developing community-based tourism

Kho Muong, a remote village in Pu Luong commune, has undergone a dramatic transformation as residents joined hands to develop community tourism.

A forgotten Hanoi village of French villas and fading grandeur

Once famed for its wealth and tailor shops, Cuu Village now draws visitors with its vintage charm and colonial architecture.

Century-old home in Hanoi transformed into vegan dining experience

A unique vegan culinary space located in a house built in the 1920s on Chau Long Street (Ba Dinh District, Hanoi) is drawing in crowds of both locals and foreign visitors.

Street food surprise: Hue’s Nam Pho noodle soup wows foreign tourists

It only cost 20,000 VND - a humble bowl of soup from a small eatery in Hue - but to Steph and Chris, two travelers from Canada, it was a “flavor explosion.”