Vietnam among Asia’s top 3 destinations for repeat visitors: Agoda

Vietnam among Asia’s top 3 destinations for repeat visitors: Agoda

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Vietnam remains one of Asia’s top three destinations for repeat travelers, according to a new Agoda ranking based on booking data from the first half of 2026.

Vietnam’s 3 largest airports stand out for improved air connectivity in Asia

Vietnam’s 3 largest airports stand out for improved air connectivity in Asia

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Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi and Da Nang International Airport in the namesake city were recognized among the airports showing notable improvements in air connectivity across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions in 2025.

Vietnam, Russia promote visa-free travel to boost two-way tourism

Vietnam, Russia promote visa-free travel to boost two-way tourism

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Vietnam and Russia are negotiating a visa exemption agreement for Vietnamese tour groups, a move expected to boost two-way tourism as the number of Russian visitors to Vietnam surges, partly driven by Vietnam's visa-free policy for Russian citizens, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi.

Vietnam’s Hue City: Where food, faith, romance meet

Vietnam’s Hue City: Where food, faith, romance meet

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Hue City reveals itself through the pleasures of its cuisine, the serenity of its spiritual traditions, and the quiet beauty of its romantic landscapes.

World’s most beautiful village: Hoi An's new tour targets high-end travelers

World’s most beautiful village: Hoi An's new tour targets high-end travelers

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Plans by Hoi An Dong Ward in Da Nang to launch a new tour at Cam Thanh Coconut Forest have drawn strong interest from the local tourism industry. If successful, the tour could offer a distinctive new experience in Da Nang.

USS George Washington visit boosts spending on tourism services in Vietnam's Da Nang

USS George Washington visit boosts spending on tourism services in Vietnam's Da Nang

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The five-day visit by the USS George Washington aircraft carrier and two escort ships helped drive demand for dining, shopping and sightseeing services in Da Nang, central Vietnam, according to the city's Statistics Office.

Russian tourist arrivals in Vietnam forecast to hit record 1.5mn in 2026

Russian tourist arrivals in Vietnam forecast to hit record 1.5mn in 2026

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The total number of Russian tourists visiting Vietnam this year could reach a record 1.5 million, according to Nikita Kondratiev, director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects under Russia’s Ministry of Economic Development.

Giant Mid-Autumn lanterns revive Vietnamese folk tale in Ho Chi Minh City

Giant Mid-Autumn lanterns revive Vietnamese folk tale in Ho Chi Minh City

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A nearly three-meter-tall toad lantern has become the centerpiece of a Mid-Autumn Festival display at the more than 160-year-old Son Tra Communal House in Ho Chi Minh City.

Floating season turns fields in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta into swimming destination

Floating season turns fields in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta into swimming destination

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As the annual floating season arrives, fields in the upstream area of Dong Thap Province in the Mekong Delta region are turning into an unusual outdoor attraction, drawing both local residents and tourists eager to swim and play in the floodwaters.

Vietnam Airlines adds Jakarta flights as Indonesia airport reopens after volcanic ash disruption

Vietnam Airlines adds Jakarta flights as Indonesia airport reopens after volcanic ash disruption

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Vietnam Airlines has added flights and adjusted its schedule between Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta, Indonesia, on Monday as operations at the city’s main airport are set to resume following disruptions caused by volcanic ash from Krakatau.