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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.”

Exploring a sacred mountain pagoda linked to Vietnam’s first emperor

A 200-year-old mountaintop pagoda in HCMC reveals a hidden chapter of Vietnamese history.

Temple in Cu Chi once hid a secret wartime tunnel network

Cay Sop Temple preserves a royal relic and memories of its hidden tunnels.

Vietnam launches Visit Vietnam platform, eyes global tourism super app

Visit Vietnam platform debuts with AI trip assistant and blockchain-based authentication, aiming to make Vietnam a digital tourism leader.

Lam Dong communal house guards royal decrees opened yearly

Not only renowned for its traditional Vietnamese village architecture, the ancient Di Linh communal house in Lam Dong also houses a red wooden box containing royal “treasures” that can be opened only once a year.

National Geographic spotlights Mai Chau’s beauty and culture

During his visit to Vietnam in June, Daniel Stables, a travel writer for National Geographic, praised Mai Chau as the “jewel” of the Northwest.

Da Nang unveils major travel perks to boost visitor numbers

With free museum entries and steep discounts, Da Nang introduces bold new campaigns to attract millions of tourists.