travel news

Update news travel news

Hai Phong woman travels solo across VN for 45 days by coach on VND40 mil budget

After leaving the office job she had held for more than two years in Hanoi, Nguyen Thi Nhung, 26, from Hai Phong, decided to use her savings to fulfill a long-held dream of traveling across Vietnam.

Three lesser-known islands to explore in central Vietnam

Beyond their scenic landscapes, these three largely unspoiled islands in central Vietnam attract visitors with their peaceful atmosphere and a range of outdoor experiences.

Tourists fined for damaging protected coral in Nha Trang

Two tourists have been fined after breaking more than 10 kilograms of protected coral at Hon Chong Beach in Nha Trang, prompting renewed warnings about safeguarding Vietnam's fragile marine ecosystems.

Hanoi ranked world's second friendliest city for services

Malaysia's The Star has reported that over the years, Vietnam has consistently been ranked among the world's top 10 most hospitable countries.

Hanoi aims to raise tourists' night-time spending to 30%

Hanoi plans to develop night-time economy zones, corridors and public spaces centred on heritage, culture, creativity and visitor experiences to increase the value of its tourism industry.

Unspoilt charm of Mui Vi Rong lures visitors to Gia Lai

Nestling in Tan Phung 2 village of Phu My Dong commune, Mui Vi Rong (Dragon Fin Cape) is emerging as one of Gia Lai province’s most captivating coastal attractions.

Offering free entry to visitors, Can Tho orchard sells a ton of fruits daily

Amid fluctuating prices for many types of fruit, Nguyen Tuan Khoi’s orchard still sees a steady stream of tourist vehicles. Instead of relying entirely on traders, Khoi in 2023 chose to sell fruit directly to visiting tourists.

Ho Chi Minh City villa hides a popular US$1 noodle shop

Tucked away in an alley off Le Trong Tan Street in Binh Hung Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, a modest noodle shop has become a destination for diners thanks to its unusual setting.

New Lao Cai tourism brand draws on Fansipan and terraced fields

Lao Cai has unveiled a new tourism identity while setting out plans to develop a four-season tourism ecosystem and gradually become a tourism hub for Northwest Vietnam.

Sacred Lao Cai temple guards Vietnam's northern frontier

At Vietnam's northern gateway, Mau Temple has become both a sacred destination and a cultural symbol of the nation's borderlands.

Northern Vietnam's best-kept island secrets

Looking for an island escape without the crowds? These four islands in northern Vietnam offer white-sand beaches, clear waters, fresh seafood, and a slower pace of life.

Lam Dong launches new tourism products to boost summer travel

The central province of Lam Dong has introduced new tourism products and promotional programmes to capitalise on the 2026 summer travel season, as visitor numbers continue to rise across Da Lat and other key destinations.

Cuc Phuong turns wildlife recovery into new tourism model

For years, Cuc Phuong National Park has balanced forest protection with local livelihoods, keeping its green canopy intact, shielding wildlife habitat and generating income for surrounding communities.

Russian tourist arrivals to Vietnam nearly triple in first half

Vietnam welcomed more than 742,000 Russian visitors in the first half of 2026, nearly three times higher than the same period last year, making Russia the Southeast Asian country's largest source of tourits behind China and the Republic of Korea.

Hidden Ho Chi Minh City temple features nearly 400 dragons

Built on the site of a 19th-century temple, Phat Bao Pagoda has been transformed into one of Ho Chi Minh City's most distinctive Buddhist landmarks, adorned with hundreds of dragon sculptures.

Ancient longan orchard in Can Tho draws visitors with dragon-like trees

More than 300 ancient longan trees with twisting, dragon-like trunks have transformed a family orchard in Can Tho into one of the Mekong Delta's most distinctive tourist attractions.

Hue–Phong Nha tourist train to be launched on September 1

A project to develop the Hue–Phong Nha tourist train is being finalised, with authorities targeting the launch of the heritage rail service on September 1.

Vietnam looks to unlock medical tourism potential with national strategy

Vietnam is moving to turn medical tourism into a key growth sector as the Ministry of Health is finalising a national strategy on medical tourism development for the 2026-2030 period with a vision to 2040.

Vietnam's island with just one daily ferry is a hidden coastal gem

With only one passenger ferry arriving each day, Con Co Island offers travelers a slower pace of life, unspoiled natural scenery and some of central Vietnam's freshest seafood.

Eco-tourism helps An Giang durian farm beat falling prices

A durian orchard in An Giang Province is welcoming hundreds of visitors every day and selling its fruit at two to three times the prevailing market price.