Vietnam’s Nha Trang tourism ramps up for year-end travel despite flood damage
TravelThe Nha Trang tourism sector in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam, is recovering quickly and preparing to welcome a rising number of year-end visitors despite recent severe flooding in the beach destination, according to local authorities and industry representatives.
Vietnam emerges as leading int’l family destination for year-end holidays: Agoda
TravelVietnam has become a top choice for international families planning their year-end holidays, with searches for stays in the country rising sharply year on year, according to digital travel platform Agoda.
Vietnam’s Dong Van Karst Plateau wins top regional cultural destination award
TravelVietnam’s UNESCO-listed Dong Van Karst Plateau has been named the World Travel Awards’ ‘Asia’s Leading Regional Cultural Destination 2025,’ boosting the northern highlands’ profile on the global tourism map.
Vietnam’s int’l tourist arrivals hit record 19.15 million in 11 months
TravelVietnam reported a record number of international visitors in the first 11 months of 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, official data showed on Saturday.
Vietnam, China launch cross-border QR payments for tourists
TravelChinese tourists can now scan QR codes to pay across Vietnam, while Vietnamese travelers are expected to gain the same convenience in China from early 2026 under a new bilateral retail payment connection.
Hearty 6-dish Hue meal for less than $2 surprises diners
TravelA meal in Hue City, central Vietnam has stirred social media after a diner found six dishes offered at the remarkably low price of VND50,000 (US$1.9) amid rising prices everywhere.
Hanoi, Luang Prabang linked by new direct flight
TravelVietnam and Laos now have a direct flight connecting Hanoi and the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, offering travelers faster and more convenient travel options, Thai AirAsia said on Tuesday.
Vietnam tourism may hit record in 2025 as travelers increase spending: report
TravelVietnam could attract more than 18 million foreign visitors in 2025, surpassing its pre-pandemic peak, supported by strong domestic demand and rising travel, a report by Vietnam Report showed on Monday.
BTS’s Jimin, Jungkook praise Da Nang grilled pork in new travel video
TravelSouth Korean boyband BTS’ members Jimin and Jungkook praised Vietnamese food in a new video promoting the second season of their Disney+ travel series, saying a grilled pork belly dish they tried in Da Nang was one of the most memorable meals of their trip.
Indonesia brings ‘Gateway to Paradise’ tourism showcase to Ho Chi Minh City
TravelThe Indonesian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City organized a tourism exhibition on the weekend Indonesia’s diverse travel offerings, aiming to bring the archipelago closer to Vietnamese travelers.
