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Vietnam in international MVs: From visual appeal to tourism potential

The growing presence of Vietnam in international music videos is therefore more than a story of beautiful imagery. It is also a test of how the country positions itself within the global cultural landscape.

Strange-sounding Quang Ngai delicacies attract curious travelers

Quang Ngai is drawing food lovers with a range of unusual local specialties, some with names surprising enough to make first-time visitors pause.

Foreign travelers praise $19,780 Vietnam luxury train experience

Spending nearly $20,000 for an eight-day rail journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, a foreign couple said the price was fully justified by the quality and unforgettable experiences aboard Vietnam’s most luxurious train.

Historic Vietnamese-Japanese wedding recreated in Hoi An Ancient Town

A 400-year-old royal love story was vividly brought back to life in Hoi An, drawing crowds of locals and tourists to the ancient town.

Love at first sight: Romanian expat visits Cu Lao Cham island multiple times

From the very first sight, a Romanian expat was so captivated by an island in Central Vietnam that he has returned three times, in love with its pristine green forests, white sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters.

Da Nang Food Tour 2026 awakens “symphony of flavours” by sea

The central coastal city of Da Nang officially opened the Da Nang Food Tour 2026 at Bien Dong (East Sea) Park on the evening of May 21, with an aim to promote local culture, people and identity through immersive gastronomic experiences.

Vietnamese travellers seek nature, culture, discovery in summer 2026

Vietnamese travellers are increasingly gravitating toward destinations that combine nature, cultural depth and a sense of exploration for the summer 2026 holiday season.

Flights connecting Da Nang, Moscow resumed

Da Nang welcomed the first direct flight connecting Moscow and the central city on May 23, marking the restoration of a direct air link between the two destinations after several years.

Command Cave tour breathes new life into Truong Son legend

The “Legendary Truong Son Road – Command Cave” eco-tourism site in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Quang Tri province, is emerging as a popular destination for both domestic and international visitors.

Direct Phu Quoc – Hong Kong air route launched to boost tourism ties

Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) officially launched a direct air route connecting Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island and China's Hong Kong on May 22, aiming to help strengthen bilateral tourism and cultural cooperation.

Four beautiful Vietnamese destinations perfect for a June holiday

Below are several suggested destinations for June travel, featuring beautiful natural scenery and unique local experiences for visitors to explore.

Mysterious Buddha-shaped rock formation discovered in Gia Lai

Deep inside a remote mountain range in Gia Lai, a towering rock formation resembling a meditating Buddha has become the center of local legends and growing curiosity.

Ngoc Vung Island becomes Quang Ninh’s hidden summer escape

A little-known island in Quang Ninh is quietly becoming a favorite among Hanoi travelers searching for untouched beaches, fresh seafood and a slower pace of life this summer.

Russian tourist boom leaves Khanh Hoa desperate for Russian-speaking guides

Russian tourists are returning to Khanh Hoa in large numbers, but the popular tourism hub is facing a severe shortage of Russian-speaking tour guides.

500-year-old Phuoc Tich village draws visitors thanks to heritage tourism

Phuoc Tich, a village more than five centuries old set along the O Lau River roughly 40 km north of Hue, holds a quiet, weathered beauty that captures the stamp of traditional north-central Vietnamese rural life.

Eel-like “lich” fish becomes sought-after seasonal delicacy in Vietnam

Known locally as “lich,” the wild-caught creature is considered a seasonal specialty across parts of central and southern Vietnam.

Inside Da Nang’s museum of 12 priceless Cham national treasures

Over centuries, many Champa artifacts have remained remarkably well preserved in Da Nang, becoming national treasures of exceptional historical, artistic and spiritual value.

Colorful makeover turns Tan Dinh Market into a new check-in hotspot

The refreshed facade of Tan Dinh Market has transformed the century-old landmark into one of Ho Chi Minh City’s newest cultural check-in spots.

Nine-tier waterfall unveiled at President Ho Chi Minh’s mother’s memorial site

A waterfall inspired by the virtues of Vietnamese mothers has officially opened at the memorial site of President Ho Chi Minh’s mother in Nghe An.

Birthplace of President Ho Chi Minh gains national tourism status

Kim Lien relic site in Nghe An, the hometown of President Ho Chi Minh, has officially been recognized as a national tourism zone.