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Enjoy Danang Festival 2026 promises new tourism experiences

The Enjoy Danang Festival 2026 will take place from July 22-26 at Bien Dong (East Sea) Park, tourist beaches and various attractions across the central city of Da Nang, according to the municipal Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.​

Vietnam invites travellers on multi-sensory journey

Vietnam is winning over international travellers with a rich blend of culture, nature, cuisine and modern experiences that engage all the senses, earning growing global recognition as one of Asia's leading travel destinations.

Ho Chi Minh City eyes vibrant night-time economy through cultural industries

Ho Chi Minh City has significant potential to build a vibrant world-class night-time economy by making better use of its cultural industries, experts said.

Gia Lai province unveils new attractions ahead of Visit Vietnam Year 2026

The central province of Gia Lai on July 9 officially announced and presented certificates recognising two new tourist sites, expanding its portfolio of attractions ahead of Visit Vietnam Year – Gia Lai 2026.

Hidden Lang Son escape offers private nature retreat near Hanoi

Just a short drive from Hanoi, Huu Lien in Lang Son has become a favorite family getaway thanks to its tranquil landscapes, local cuisine and crowd-free experiences.

Discover Muong culture at a vibrant mountain market near Hanoi

Visitors to Lung Van Market can browse locally grown produce, forest-foraged specialties and inexpensive homemade treats while experiencing the daily life of the Muong community.

Hanoi welcomes 5 millionth international visitor in 2026

Hanoi's Department of Tourism held a ceremony at Noi Bai International Airport on July 7 to welcome the capital's 5 millionth international visitor in 2026.

Lonely Planet names 10 must-visit Vietnamese beaches for summer travellers

Vietnam’s coastline is once again in the international spotlight after travel guide Lonely Planet named 10 beaches that international visitors should not miss during a summer trip to the country.

Da Nang's centuries-old craft villages enrich visitor experiences

Da Nang is home to nearly 70 craft villages and traditional craft villages, along with around 3,000 craft establishments; many of these have become popular tourist attractions.

Free-entry date palm farm draws visitors in Vietnam's Mekong Delta

A 32-year-old entrepreneur in Vietnam's Mekong Delta has transformed a 6,800-square-meter date palm farm into a popular eco-tourism destination, where visitors can enter free of charge and harvest ripe fruit straight from the trees.

Inside Hue's 425-year-old Thien Mu Pagoda, home to two national treasures

Overlooking the Perfume River for more than four centuries, Thien Mu Pagoda is one of Vietnam's most celebrated Buddhist landmarks and home to two National Treasures.

Vietnamese in France haunted by unprecedented over-40C heat wave

Nguyen Ngoc Anh in France has never experienced a summer as harsh as this year. A heatwave lasting more than 10 days, with temperatures exceeding 40oC on some days, has upended his family’s life and work.

Hanoi chicken-pho eateries retain their inclusion on Michelin lists

Since 2023, HN has had 5 chicken pho eateries recommended by Michelin, including Nguyet chicken pho on Phu Doan, Cham chicken pho on Yen Ninh, Tien chicken pho on Nguyen Truong To, Huyen Huong chicken pho on Bao Khanh, and Ha chicken pho on Hang Hom.

French magazine highlights must-try dishes in Vietnam

French women's magazine Biba Magazine has named Vietnam one of the most appealing destinations for French travellers, praising the country's diverse, refined and healthy cuisine as one of its greatest attractions.

Parents close hair salon every summer to take children on cross-country journeys

For the past four years, when June arrives, instead of focusing on their hair salon business, Dao Phuong Linh, 32, and her husband pack their bags and set off on cross-country trips with their three children..

International tourist arrivals to Vietnam rise nearly 15% in first half of 2026

Vietnam welcomed nearly 12.3 million international visitors in the first six months of 2026, up 14.9% year-on-year, putting the tourism sector on track to achieve its target of attracting 25 million foreign tourists this year.

Discover Dong Ho, Vietnam's 400-year-old folk art village near Hanoi

One of Vietnam's oldest craft villages is drawing a new generation of travelers eager to experience its 400-year-old folk painting tradition.

A 50-day Vietnam road trip leads a family to two unforgettable fishing villages

A Hanoi family is spending up to 50 days traveling across Vietnam, swapping hotels for beachfront camping and discovering quiet fishing villages, fresh seafood and memorable local hospitality along the way.

Hidden-alley crab thick noodle shop draws crowds after Michelin recognition

Driven by a passion for food and cooking, Long left his job at a foreign pharmaceutical company to take over his family’s banh canh (Vietnamese thick crab noodle soup) eatery.

Inside Cu Lao Cham’s unique temple with no monks and no electricity

Nestled amid the vast seascape of Cu Lao Cham, Hai Tang Pagoda in Tan Hiep Island Commune, Da Nang, has long served as a centre of spiritual life and cultural heritage for local residents and visitors alike.