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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

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

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.

Police return lost cash to foreign tourist in Mui Ne

Police in Mui Ne Ward, Lam Dong Province, have returned more than VND 27.5 million (about USD 1,045) in lost cash to a foreign tourist after it was found by a local resident.

Vietnam railways cut fares after fuel price drop

Vietnam Railways will reduce passenger fares and freight charges from March 13 following a recent decline in domestic fuel prices.

Middle East flight disruptions affect 3,000 Vietnam passengers

More than 3,000 passengers have been affected after several flights between the Middle East and Vietnam were cancelled or rescheduled on March 12-13.

Vietnam Airlines increases Europe flight capacity

Vietnam Airlines is boosting capacity on European routes by deploying more wide-body aircraft to maintain stable services amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Vietnamese singer nominated for TC Candler’s 100 most handsome faces

Vietnamese singer Son Tung M-TP has been nominated again for the Top 100 Most Handsome Faces in the World 2026, released by TC Candler.

Air India to launch direct Delhi-Hanoi flights in May 2026

India’s national carrier Air India will begin operating direct flights between Delhi and Hanoi from May 1, 2026, amid rapidly growing travel demand from India to Vietnam.

Phu Quoc night market to be dismantled after lease expiry

Authorities in the Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang Province are preparing to dismantle the Bach Dang pedestrian street and night market after its lease expired.

Helicopter sightseeing tours over Ho Chi Minh City resume

Helicopter sightseeing tours over Ho Chi Minh City have officially resumed after four years of pilot operations, introducing a new premium tourism experience for visitors.

Ferry fares to Quang Ninh islands rise amid fuel price surge

Ferry operators in Quang Ninh Province have raised ticket prices and reduced daily sailings on some island routes as domestic fuel prices climb sharply.