Vietnam sets 3 tourism growth scenarios, with top target of 50mn foreign visitors by 2030
Travel 09:58 12/09/2026Vietnam’s tourism sector has mapped out three growth scenarios for 2027-30, with the most ambitious scenario targeting 45-50 million international visitors by 2030, alongside 160 million domestic tourist trips and US$80-90 billion in tourism revenue.
Int’l arrivals surge in Vietnam, but longer stays remain elusive
In-Depth 14:51 06/09/2026As international arrivals surge, Vietnam is turning its focus from attracting more tourists to getting visitors to stay longer and spend more.
Southern Vietnam’s iconic floating market posts public prices to give tourists peace of mind
Travel 13:21 30/08/2026The well-known Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City, located in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region, is expected to welcome a large number of visitors during the ongoing National Day holiday, prompting transport operators and service providers to publicly display their prices so tourists can plan their expenses and enjoy the floating market with greater peace of mind.
Da Nang tops Vietnam destinations for int’l travelers during National Day holiday
Travel 14:38 27/08/2026Da Nang City in central Vietnam has overtaken Ho Chi Minh City as the most-booked destination among international travelers planning to visit Vietnam during this year’s National Day holiday, Trip.com, an online travel booking platform.
Vietnam ranks 3rd globally in package tour searches on Google
Travel 13:19 21/08/2026Vietnam ranked third globally in searches for package tours on Google in the first half of 2026, up 22 percent year on year, while searches from international travelers increased by 20 percent, according to Google Vietnam.
5 Chinese detained over alleged fake monk scam targeting foreign tourists in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 17:03 20/08/2026Five Chinese nationals allegedly posing as Buddhist monks have been detained for questioning after reportedly approaching international tourists and asking them for money around Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City.
On Da Nang’s Son Tra Peninsula, wild monkeys spoiled by foreign visitors’ love, curiosity
Travel 16:49 13/08/2026International tourists visiting Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, have been captivated by wild monkeys approaching roadsides and parking areas, but the animals’ growing dependence on visitors for food has also led to their aggressive behavior and other problems.
Vietnam welcomes record nearly 14 million int’l visitors in January-July, Russians surge 174%
Travel 10:35 04/08/2026Vietnam welcomed a record nearly 14 million international visitors in January-July 2026, with the Russian market surging 174 percent year on year.
Hanoi welcomes 5.3mn int’l tourists in January-July
Travel 17:55 30/07/2026Hanoi served 5.3 million international tourists in January-July, reaching around 59 percent of its full-year target, as the capital's tourism sector continues to see strong growth in visitor numbers and revenue.
Int’l tourists can validate free bus trips in Ho Chi Minh City with bank cards, contactless payments: official
Ho Chi Minh City 13:48 19/07/2026International tourists in Ho Chi Minh City can enjoy free bus services by validating their trips when boarding with an EMV chip-enabled bank card or through contactless payment methods using the card reader on buses, said a local official.
Ho Chi Minh City posts strong tourism growth on int'l visitor recovery
Travel 16:25 08/07/2026Ho Chi Minh City posted strong tourism growth in the first half of 2026 as a robust recovery in international arrivals helped reinforce its position as one of Vietnam's leading destinations for foreign visitors.
Misconduct by foreigners puts Vietnam’s hospitality and rule of law to the test
In-Depth 10:52 06/06/2026Several recent cases involving foreign nationals violating the law in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City may be isolated incidents, but they have sparked broader concerns about respect for local regulations and public order. Beyond the individual offenses, the incidents serve as a reminder of the need to balance Vietnam’s welcoming image with consistent law enforcement.
