Homestay in Vietnam's Mu Cang Chai explains $3.8 motorbike taxi surcharge after online backlash
TravelA homestay owner in Mu Cang Chai Commune, Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam has explained why two guests were asked to pay an additional US$3.8 per motorbike taxi after returning later than the agreed service period, following an online post criticizing the surcharge.
Hanoi’s iconic Trang Tien Ice Cream to leave longtime flagship after nearly 70 years
TravelHanoi’s famed Trang Tien Ice Cream will stop serving customers at its longtime flagship store at 35 Trang Tien Street from September 15, bringing nearly seven decades of operations at the location to an end.
Authorities to clear eateries dangerously set up along cliff edge in Vietnam's Khanh Hoa
TravelBac Nha Trang Ward of Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam will launch a crackdown on makeshift eateries dangerously set up along the cliff edge of Luong Son Pass, where locals and tourists have been gathering to eat, drink and take photos despite the safety risks, the ward administration said Friday.
Vietnam bets on identity, experiences to sharpen tourism appeal
In-DepthVietnam is shifting its tourism strategy away from relying on abundant natural and cultural resources and rising visitor numbers toward creating greater value through local identity, distinctive experiences, stronger management and broader benefits for destinations and communities.
Vietnam welcomes nearly 2 million foreign tourists in August
TravelWith nearly 16 million international arrivals in eight months and the peak year-end travel season ahead, Vietnam is well placed to move closer to its yearly target of 25 million international visitors.
Russian tourists surge into Vietnam's top 3 source markets in 2026
TravelRussian tourists have surged into Vietnam's top three source markets after visitor numbers topped one million in the first eight months of 2026, driven by the resumption and increased frequency of charter flights and the Southeast Asian nation’s growing appeal as a safe and attractive destination in Asia, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism.
Hoi An to launch new tour at Cam Thanh Coconut Forest
TravelA new tour, 'Visit Cam Thanh - Listen to the Coconuts Tell Stories,' will soon be launched at Cam Thanh Coconut Forest in Hoi An, combining basket-boat experiences with traditional crafts, culture, arts, and community life.
Giant coconut heart salad logo sets Vietnam record
TravelA 32.16-square-meter logo made from bowls of shrimp-and-pork coconut heart salad in Vinh Long Province has been recognized as the largest food-based model of its kind in Vietnam.
Int'l tourists explore U Minh Thuong forest, gravitate to Phu Quoc during Vietnam's National Day break
TravelInternational tourists flocked to attractions in Phu Quoc Special Zone and explored the unique melaleuca forest ecosystem at U Minh Thuong National Park in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam during the five-day holiday from August 29 to September 2 to mark the country's National Day (September 2), according to the provincial Department of Tourism.
What makes Vietnam’s tourism appealing beyond scenic attractions?
TravelVietnam has significant room to expand its tourism industry as international travelers increasingly seek local culture, authentic experiences and lesser-known destinations beyond the country’s traditional tourist hubs, according to a Klook executive.
