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Vietnamese woman conquers Son Doong Cave, raises flag with pride

The emotional moment when a female tourist from Hanoi successfully conquered the "Vietnam Wall" at the end of Son Doong Cave and proudly raised the red flag with a yellow star was one of pure exhilaration.

Vietnam’s tourism turns opportunities into advantages

Vietnam is emerging as a safe and attractive destination with great potential to attract travellers shifting from regional markets.

Historic bunkers at Thang Long Imperial Citadel open to public

A once-secret Vietnamese military cipher bunker that safeguarded confidential documents of the General Staff during the resistance war against the US has been opened to the public to mark the August Revolution and National Day.

Ha Long in a day: What to see and eat in Vietnam’s bay paradise

Make the most of 24 hours in Ha Long with must-see spots and seafood favorites from locals.

Khmer temple in coastal Vietnam dazzles with vibrant stairway statues

Nam Son Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City’s only Khmer temple, draws visitors with its golden design, giant Nagas, and sacred atmosphere atop Nui Lon.

Korean tourist falls for Hanoi’s chewy street snail dish

Trying the dish for the first time, a Korean tourist found joy in both the taste and the experience of eating snails on Hanoi’s busy sidewalks.

Men men: A rustic cornmeal delicacy of the H’Mong highlands

This traditional dish, steamed from hand-ground corn, remains a spiritual and culinary treasure of the H’Mong people.

Mossy ‘fairy-tale forest’ in Khanh Hoa goes viral online

A hidden forest in Cam Lam with moss, ferns, and sunlight-dappled trees is captivating young travelers.

Vietnamese travellers increase usage of AI in their travel plans

Up to 99% of Vietnamese consumers express excitement about AI, 86% are familiar with the technology, and 99% want to use AI in their future travel plans, according to the Global AI Sentiment Report by Booking.com.

Visa-free travel fuels Vietnam’s tourism and resort real estate rebound

Expanded visa policies are attracting international visitors and stimulating recovery in luxury property markets.

Crowds visit Hue monuments on free-entry day marking 80th National Day

Visitors flocked to historic sites in Hue city on August 19 as free admission was offered to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

Foreign tourists revel in buffalo riding and fish catching in Ninh Binh

In Ninh Binh, international visitors swap sightseeing for farm life, riding buffaloes, planting rice, and catching fish in mud-filled fields.

Hanoi debuts cultural double-decker train named after city gates

On August 19, Vietnam Railways unveiled “The Hanoi Train,” a double-decker cultural experience where each carriage is themed after a historic city gate.

Hanoi unveils tourism offerings on national celebrations

Hanoi’s tourism sector has activated a package of 80 new tourism offerings to showcase its cultural heritage while celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

Ancient whale shrine on Ly Son Island holds two giant skeletons

For centuries, Tan Shrine has preserved two massive whale skeletons, central to the spiritual life of Ly Son Island’s fishing community.

One Pillar Pagoda: Asia’s most unique temple stands tall in Hanoi

One Pillar Pagoda in Hanoi is not only renowned as the most architecturally unique ancient pagoda in Asia, but also a sacred site where many couples struggling with infertility come to pray for blessings.

Tide and joy as Ben Tre makes waves in Asia

Agoda describes Ben Tre as an ideal escape for travellers seeking serenity, culture and nature, all flowing gently along the winding Ham Luong River.

Vietnam shines on global stage as cinema promotes travel

From Da Nang to Son Doong Cave, Vietnam is banking on cinematic beauty to attract high-end international travelers.

Hanoi eyes tourism boost with 9 new walking streets by 2030

With plans to double its pedestrian streets by 2030, Hanoi is banking on night-time tourism for economic growth.

‘Rich, flavorful, unforgettable’: Hanoi pho captivates Western visitor

Pho in Hanoi is often served humbly on sidewalks, where diners perch on small plastic stools instead of chairs. Despite the unconventional setup, one Western tourist was left delighted - calling the dish “the best I’ve ever eaten.”