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Long Thanh Airport will use integrated digital technologies to streamline passenger procedures, with its paperless travel system linked to Vietnam's VNeID electronic identification platform.

Authorities in Gia Lai Province have urged tourists not to pick wild sunflowers around Chu Dang Ya Volcano amid concerns over damage to the natural landscape.

Hoi An Ward authorities have published hotline numbers for residents and tourists to report tourist harassment, aggressive solicitation, service quality issues and uncivilised behaviour.

Hue will develop 10 key tourism segments between 2027 and 2030, focusing on heritage, healthcare, wellness and night-time activities to attract more visitors, extend stays and boost tourism spending.

Long Thanh Airport is expected to begin operations at midnight on December 24, according to a notice issued by Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) to the Dong Nai People's Committee on October 30.

Bach Ma National Park has stepped up safety measures during the rainy and flood season, warning visitors against trekking, crossing streams and approaching waterfalls in dangerous weather.

International jazz performers from Japan, the US and South Korea will join Vietnamese artists for a three-day festival in Dalat next month.

A new heritage train service linking Hanoi and Thai Nguyen was launched on October 30, offering visitors traditional tea, cultural performances and tours of the northern province's attractions.

Son Doong Cave in Quang Tri Province has welcomed 10,199 visitors since it was first opened to tourism in 2013.

Authorities in Nha Trang have warned residents and tourists against dangerous swimming conditions as rough seas, high waves and strong currents threaten safety along the city's coastline.

Soi Sim Beach in Ha Long Bay, named among the world's 100 most beautiful beaches for 2026, is preparing to reopen after months of restoration work.

Gia Lai put Phu Cat Airport's second runway into operation on October 29, welcoming its first international charter flight from Macau, China, carrying 166 passengers.

Vietnamese airlines are adding aircraft and expanding international routes ahead of the year-end holidays and Lunar New Year 2027, with some China fares competing with domestic ticket prices.

Danang authorities have asked local administrations in Hoi An to publish a hotline for receiving and resolving complaints from tourists and residents within 24 hours.

Khanh Hoa Province welcomed more than 22.5 million visitors in the first 10 months of 2026, surpassing its full-year target of 18.8 million, as international arrivals surged 66.56 per cent.

Quang Ninh City is rolling out food festivals, discounted island tours and cultural events to attract visitors during the autumn-winter season and boost tourism beyond the summer peak.