LIFESTYLE

Lam Dong Province aims to complete a smart digital tourism map of Dalat by the end of November, with trial operations planned for the 2026 Dalat Flower Festival.

Haiphong plans to capitalise on its cultural heritage, connect its coastal and island attractions and expand its night-time economy to reduce reliance on summer tourism.

South Korea's prestigious Golden Disc Awards will be held in Hanoi on January 9-10, 2027, with organisers expecting a total audience of 70,000 over two nights.

A tourism expert has proposed opening HCM City's Independence Palace to visitors from 6 pm to 9 pm, with themed tours offering experiences distinct from daytime visits.

Phu Quoc has recorded four traffic accidents involving foreign nationals since the beginning of 2026, including three cases in which drivers did not hold valid driving licences.

A video showing young tourists climbing beyond a cafe's railing in Ta Xua, Son La Province, to take photos against a backdrop of mountains and clouds has sparked safety concerns online.

Danang City has temporarily suspended tourist visits to Son Tra Peninsula after prolonged heavy rain caused road cracking and subsidence, raising concerns over landslides and visitor safety.

Northeasterly winds have brought rough seas and waves of one to two metres to Nha Trang, prompting authorities to urge residents and tourists to stay out of the water.

The Hai Van Tunnel, built with Japanese official development assistance, has shortened journeys between Danang and Hue and strengthened transport links across central Vietnam.

Phu Quy Island in Lam Dong Province plans to develop at least one community-based tourism site by 2029, with traditional cultural activities, trained tourism workers and improved visitor services.

More than 100 domestic and international organisations and businesses are expected to take part in the Vietnam-China International Trade and Tourism Fair in Lang Son Province.

Co To Island in Quang Ninh Province is expanding free Wi-Fi, digital maps, multilingual QR codes and virtual reality services to improve visitor experiences and develop smart tourism.

All passenger and cargo vessels on the Sa Ky-Ly Son route have been suspended since the morning of November 9 as strong winds and rough seas hit waters off Quang Ngai province.

Vietnam's official tourism website, vietnam.travel, recorded a 19.4 per cent increase in global visits in October compared with the previous month, reflecting growing interest in the platform.

Ha Long Bay welcomed nearly three million visitors in the first 10 months of 2026, with international tourists accounting for about 65 per cent of arrivals.

Ho Chi Minh City will hold high-altitude fireworks displays at three locations at 9 pm on November 24 to celebrate Vietnam Culture Day.