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North-South railway over Hai Van Pass reopens after disruption

Rail services on the North-South line across Hai Van Pass resumed at 6 pm on March 16 after a three-day suspension caused by falling rocks damaging the track.

Phu Quoc Airport unveils design for VIP terminal

Chinese tourist caught flying drone illegally along Danang coast

First direct flight launched between Phu Quoc and Nha Trang

A new air route linking Phu Quoc and Nha Trang began operating on Sunday, with four weekly flights aimed at improving tourism connectivity between the Mekong Delta and Vietnam’s south-central coast.

Bangkok ranked 8th Best City in the World for 2026

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, has been ranked the eighth best city in the world for 2026 by Time Out, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).

Lo Lo Chai restaurant suspended after overcharging complaint

A restaurant in Lo Lo Chai Village in the northern province of Tuyen Quang, formerly part of Ha Giang, has been ordered to suspend operations after a tourist complained of being overcharged.

Spring blossoms colour Hanoi streets

Hanoi is awash with spring blossoms as a variety of flowers burst into bloom, colouring streets and parks across the city.

Playful deer video from Cuc Phuong forest goes viral

A video capturing two deer playfully fighting each other in the forest at Cuc Phuong National Park has gone viral on social media, drawing hundreds of thousands of views and interactions.

Ho Chi Minh City launches public e-bike service with free 15-minute trial

Ho Chi Minh City will introduce a public electric bicycle service from March 15, offering residents a free 15-minute trial to encourage the use of environmentally friendly transport.

Vietnam named among world’s 28 most beautiful countries

US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler has included Vietnam in its list of the world’s 28 most beautiful countries.

Freight train derails on Hai Van Pass, rail line damaged

A freight train derailed while passing through the Hai Van mountain pass in central Vietnam, breaking part of the railway track and temporarily disrupting traffic on the North-South railway line.

Vietnam Airlines to launch direct Hanoi-Amsterdam service on June 16

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has announced the launch of a new direct air route between Hanoi and Amsterdam of the Netherlands from June 16.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City listed among Asia’s 50 best cities by Time Out

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been named among Asia’s 50 best cities for 2026 in a ranking compiled by Time Out, a UK-based travel and lifestyle magazine.

Lang Son residents offer free accommodation during spring festival

Residents in Lang Son Province are opening their homes to visitors free of charge as the northern province prepares for a surge of tourists during its peak spring festival season.

Robot barista draws crowds at Ho Chi Minh City café

A café in Ho Chi Minh City is attracting attention by using robot arms to prepare coffee, offering customers a high-tech twist on the traditional café experience.

Cruise ship Adora Mediterranea brings 2,200 visitors to Cam Ranh

More than 2,200 international tourists arrived in Khanh Hoa on March 13 aboard the cruise ship Adora Mediterranea, visiting cultural sites and tourist attractions in Nha Trang.

Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian zone suspended for election preparations

Hanoi has temporarily suspended the pedestrian zone around Hoan Kiem Lake and nearby streets from March 13 until 7 pm on March 20.

Middle East airlines cancel Vietnam flights, affecting 6,000 passengers

Several Middle Eastern airlines have continued cancelling flights to Vietnam amid escalating regional conflict, disrupting travel plans for more than 6,000 passengers.

Danang tourism officials promote destination in Russia

Tourism officials from Danang City have travelled to Russia to promote the coastal city as a destination and expand its international tourism market.

Ho Chi Minh City keeps temporary parks on vacant land

Ho Chi Minh City will maintain temporary parks created on vacant prime land plots after fences were removed ahead of 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

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