Travelers plant trees as part of their Ha Giang Loop adventure in Vietnam
After riding motorbikes across winding mountain passes of Ha Giang Loop in Tuyen Quang Province, northern Vietnam, travelers stop at a designated planting site, where they carefully place the sapling into the ground.
Inside Vietnam's DNA testing center identifying fallen soldiers
Inside a laboratory, bone fragments are cleaned, ground into powder, DNA is extracted and sequenced, and the results are compared with genetic profiles of fallen soldiers' relatives. It is a painstaking process to restore the identities of Vietnamese soldiers who died in wartime after decades without names.
Why are display TVs in Vietnam selling for as little as $57?
Several electronics retailers in Ho Chi Minh City are offering display TVs at prices starting from VND1.5 million (US$57) as they clear out showroom models, though limited warranty coverage has made some customers cautious about purchasing them.
International visitors enjoy Ho Chi Minh City’s free bus service
For many visitors, the program offers an affordable, convenient and safe way to explore the city.
Vietnam is not requiring mandatory health declarations for all travelers
Health declarations at border gates will be required in accordance with guidance issued by the minister of health for specific infectious diseases, based on the epidemic situation and the risk of those diseases entering Vietnam at any given time.
Ho Chi Minh City experiences strong tourism growth in the first half of 2026
According to the city's Department of Tourism, the strong growth in tourism revenue was fueled by the robust recovery of international markets and higher visitor spending.
World Bank categorizes Vietnam as upper-middle-income economy
Vietnam has been categorized as an upper-middle-income economy in the World Bank’s latest annual income classification
Vietnamese rescue team recovers 8 earthquake victims in Venezuela
After one day of search and rescue operations in the earthquake-hit area of Venezuela's La Guaira State, the Vietnamese rescue force's K9 unit directly detected and marked nine locations where victims were suspected to be trapped, helping military engineers recover eight victims from the rubble.
Hanoi welcomed an estimated 4.64 million international visitors in six months
Hanoi welcomed an estimated 4.64 million international visitors during the first six months of 2026, marking a 26.8-percent year-on-year increase, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Ho Chi Minh City police call on owners to recover stolen cats after theft ring dismantled
Police in Ho Chi Minh City are caring for more than 400 cats recovered after officers dismantled a criminal network accused of stealing, collecting, and transporting cats across multiple provinces for sale. Owners of missing cats have been urged to contact the criminal police division at its headquarters in Tang Nhon Phu Ward to identify their pets and assist with the investigation.
Former German nurse surprised by speed, affordability of Vietnam's public hospital
Gunner, 47, a former nurse living in Da Nang, central Vietnam, has attracted attention on social media after sharing a video about his wife's visit to a local public hospital. In the video, the German man expressed surprise at both the speed and affordability of the services.
First Vietnamese woman completes Seven Summits
Nguyen Thanh Nha, also known as Céline Thanh Nha, has become the first Vietnamese woman to complete the Seven Summits challenge, which involves climbing the highest mountain on each continent.
COVID-19 memorial park: A new symbol of remembrance and hope in Ho Chi Minh City
Viewed from above, Park No. 1 Ly Thai To sits amid dense urban neighborhoods, adding a new green space to the cityscape. People who visit the site are encouraged not only to reflect on sacrifice and loss, but also to think about rebirth.
Ride the rails on this new luxury train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi
Following the success of the Saigon–Nha Trang route, the new high-end Hanoi–Dong Hoi train operated by Jinxin Vietnam Railway Transport and Tourism Co., Ltd. recently welcomed its first passengers. This 13-car train is the first of its kind to be fully built in Vietnam and stands out with its bold red and yellow exterior.
A sweet tradition: Coconut candy crafting in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
Tourists visiting Thoi Son Islet in Tien Giang Province and Phung Islet in Ben Tre Province, both in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, will have the chance to explore traditional coconut candy workshops — a signature craft of the region.
Why are display TVs in Vietnam selling for as little as $57?
Several electronics retailers in Ho Chi Minh City are offering display TVs at prices starting from VND1.5 million (US$57) as they clear out showroom models, though limited warranty coverage has made some customers cautious about purchasing them.
Travelers plant trees as part of their Ha Giang Loop adventure in Vietnam
After riding motorbikes across winding mountain passes of Ha Giang Loop in Tuyen Quang Province, northern Vietnam, travelers stop at a designated planting site, where they carefully place the sapling into the ground.
International visitors enjoy Ho Chi Minh City’s free bus service
For many visitors, the program offers an affordable, convenient and safe way to explore the city.
Vietnam is not requiring mandatory health declarations for all travelers
Health declarations at border gates will be required in accordance with guidance issued by the minister of health for specific infectious diseases, based on the epidemic situation and the risk of those diseases entering Vietnam at any given time.
Ho Chi Minh City experiences strong tourism growth in the first half of 2026
According to the city's Department of Tourism, the strong growth in tourism revenue was fueled by the robust recovery of international markets and higher visitor spending.
