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.

Quang Ninh is pitching itself as a prime destination for Russian tourists while seeking broader cooperation in tourism, services and logistics, heard a tourism promotion event recently held in Moscow, Russia.

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.

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.

Vietnam's leading tourism destinations, organizations and businesses were recognized at the VITA Awards 2026, with 106 awards presented across nine categories during a ceremony held in Ninh Binh Province on July 9.

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

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.

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.

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.

From a modest service sector in the early 1990s, Vietnam’s tourism industry has undergone a remarkable transformation.

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.

As global tourism shifts away from traditional package holidays towards personalised, culturally immersive experiences, Free Independent Travellers (FIT) are emerging as one of the industry's fastest-growing and most valuable market segments.

Tourism products will be assessed under three groups of criteria worth a maximum of 100 points. Product quality and community strength account for 40 points, marketing capability 25 points, and product quality standards 35 points.

Heritage train services are reshaping Vietnam’s tourism landscape, turning every ride into an immersive encounter with the country’s terrain and people.

Vietnam is strengthening its appeal to international travellers, combining vibrant cities, rich cultural experiences and diverse natural landscapes to attract growing interest from key source markets worldwide.

As the tourism sector seeks to increase visitor spending and extend stays, the development of the night-time economy is increasingly seen as a way to create new tourism products, enhance destination appeal and support sustainable urban growth.

Starting from just a few experimental grapevines in his home garden, a Can Tho man has expanded the area into a 3,000-sqm vineyard boasting over 13 different grape varieties.

Vietnam possesses an exceptionally rich tourism offering.