LIFESTYLE

Localities across Ha Tinh Province are gearing up to launch the 2026 beach tourism season with a series of cultural and sporting events.

Airfares on key domestic routes have surged as demand rises ahead of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and April 30, May Day holidays, with some flights reporting occupancy above 90 per cent.

Many long-standing pavement eateries in Hoi An have relocated after authorities intensified enforcement against sidewalk encroachment, leaving guests searching for familiar flavours at new addresses.

Danang welcomed its first flight from Russia’s Vladivostok on April 16, marking the launch of a programme to attract visitors from Russia and CIS countries during the 2026 summer season.

Airports in HCM City are set to increase flights as passenger demand rises during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holidays.

Hanoi has been ranked 25th among the world’s 50 most interesting cities to live and explore in 2026 by Time Out, underlining the growing global appeal of Vietnam’s capital.

Authorities in Lam Dong Province have moved to tighten regulations on motorbike rentals to foreign visitors following a rise in traffic violations and accidents.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to expand artistic lighting across landmark buildings, parks and major bridges to enhance its night-time landscape and attract tourists.

Authorities on Ly Son Island have banned tourists from climbing the To Vo arch to protect the fragile volcanic formation.

Ninh Binh Province plans to revitalise Quat Lam and Thinh Long beaches, aiming to restore its coastal tourism appeal after years of decline.

Authorities have tightened controls on motorbike tours along the Ha Giang Loop following a fatal accident involving a British tourist, amid growing safety concerns.

International tourists now account for the vast majority of visitors to Halong Bay, highlighting its strong global appeal as one of Vietnam’s top natural attractions.

Danang City has resumed air links with Russia and the CIS from April 2026, aiming to expand international markets and strengthen tourism recovery amid global uncertainty.

All 119 accommodation facilities on Ly Son Island have been fully booked ahead of the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holiday, signalling a surge in tourism demand.

Chinese visitors are spending heavily in Vietnam, drawn by affordability, proximity and diverse travel experiences, industry experts say.

Vietnam has ranked among the top 20 countries that British travellers most aspire to visit, according to a recent survey.