LIFESTYLE

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.

Once dubbed a “hell on earth”, Phu Loi Prison in Ho Chi Minh City stands today as a stark reminder of wartime repression and resilience.

Tourists in Quang Ngai Province have been seen standing on a national highway to take photos, prompting safety concerns as authorities warn of increasing risks to both visitors and motorists.

A historic banyan grove in Can Tho City has become a unique attraction, combining natural beauty with wartime heritage.

The international terminal at Danang International Airport retained its 5 star Skytrax rating in March 2026, marking a third consecutive year despite mounting pressure from rising passenger numbers.

A Vietnamese driver in Ha Tinh Province offered a stranded Polish tourist a free 260-km lift to Quang Tri on April 10, drawing widespread praise online for an act of kindness.

Danang will stage large scale artistic kite performances as part of its 2026 beach tourism season, offering a vibrant holiday experience for visitors.

Passenger traffic through Hanoi’s bus stations is expected to rise by up to 200 per cent during the April 30 and May 1 holiday peak.