Vietnam’s iconic railway has earned the top spot in Lonely Planet’s 2025 list of the world’s most amazing train rides.

The launch of Emirates’ Dubai–Da Nang route on June 2 has sparked a “tourism revolution” for Vietnam’s central coastal city. Da Nang is emerging as a top destination for high-end travelers, particularly from the lucrative Middle Eastern market.

Here are ten beautiful, less-crowded beaches in central Vietnam featuring crystal-clear waters, long sandy shores, and stunning natural landscapes - ideal summer getaways for 2025.

Hung Long Pagoda is home to ancient almond and persimmon trees dating back centuries.

Less famous than Sam Son or Cua Lo, Quynh Beach in Nghe An remains largely untouched, attracting visitors seeking peaceful landscapes, rustic charm, and fresh air.

The Lam Kinh central palace in Thanh Hoa, fully restored with gold-plated interiors, attracts large crowds each year seeking cultural and spiritual connection to Vietnam’s imperial past.

Looking to cool off this summer without straying far from Hanoi? These scenic, peaceful destinations - just a few hours away - offer fresh air, lush landscapes, and a break from the crowds.

The ancient lychee trees in the "capital" of Thanh Ha (Hai Duong) feature tall, wide canopies and moss-covered, multi-branched trunks that have awed visitors, earning them the nickname “a miniature primeval forest” reminiscent of Ta Xua.

Young people in Nha Trang city are volunteering as free tour guides for foreign tourists as part of the "Tourism Ambassador" programme in order to promote local tourism.

Despite ongoing bans, crowds of visitors continue to flock to Hanoi's famed railway café street, where narrow tracks run just inches from bustling cafés. In recent years, several alarming incidents have raised serious concerns about railway safety.

Located in Xa Ho commune, about 20 kilometers from the center of Tram Tau district in Yen Bai province, Cu Vai village is affectionately dubbed a "heavenly paradise" of Vietnam’s vast northwestern mountains.

The coastal city of Nha Trang in Vietnam’s south-central province of Khanh Hoa, has emerged as the most sought-after summer destination for travellers from the Republic of Korea (RoK), according to digital travel platform Agoda.

Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia.

This northern Vietnamese delicacy, often caught by flashlight, is more than a dish - it’s a taste of home and heritage.

Tourists were escorted away after a man nearly fell under a passing train while filming.

Ta Pa Temple offers panoramic vistas and a serene spiritual experience in the highlands.

Giua Dong Pagoda (Pagoda in the Middle of the Field) is a cherished spiritual site for residents of Ha Nam Island commune, Quang Yen town, Quang Ninh province. It houses two mounted tiger skins, revered by locals as "Ong Ho" or Mr. Tiger.

Pho Tien on Nguyen Truong To Street delights diners with its rich broth and warm space, earning Michelin recognition in 2023 and 2025.

A video has gone viral on social media showing a foreign male tourist narrowly avoiding being run over by a train while distractedly filming on Hanoi’s popular trackside café street.

Kho Muong’s homestays and native charm create a sustainable tourism model in Thanh Hoa’s highlands.