LIFESTYLE

Phu Quy digitises tourism sites with QR codes

All major tourist attractions in Phu Quy Island are expected to be digitised by the end of June under a QR code initiative aimed at enhancing visitor experiences and promoting sustainable tourism.

Russian tourist gets back belongings left in HCM City taxi

A Russian tourist was reunited with valuables left in a taxi in HCM City after local police and the driver helped locate and return the items.

Travellers turn to ferries as Con Dao airfares soar

Rising airfares on the HCM City-Con Dao route are prompting more travellers to consider high-speed ferries, following the resumption of direct sailings from the city this month.

Vietnam grants refunds for flights delayed more than four hours

Air passengers in Vietnam will be entitled to full ticket refunds for flights delayed by more than four hours due to airline fault under new government regulations taking effect on July 1.

Lan Ha Bay tourist boats face tighter safety checks

Authorities in Haiphong City have stepped up safety inspections of tourist boats operating in Lan Ha Bay following a collision that left one woman dead.

Ho Chi Minh City launches two more electric bus routes

Ho Chi Minh City has introduced two additional electric bus routes as part of its plan to modernise public transport and transition to a fully green bus network by 2030.

Gia Lai opens new gateway to Cu Lao Xanh Island

Gia Lai Province has opened a new passenger terminal serving speedboat routes to Cu Lao Xanh Island, aiming to improve travel services and support tourism growth on the island.

Danang boatman dives into river to retrieve tourist's phone

A 70-year-old boatman jumped into a river and recovered a foreign tourist's phone moments after it slipped into the water during a basket boat tour in Danang.

New direct flights link HCM City and Van Don

Sun PhuQuoc Airways on June 15 launched direct flights between HCM City and Van Don in Quang Ninh Province, operating four round trips a week.

Western Lam Dong taps tourism potential

The western part of Lam Dong Province is emerging as a promising tourism destination, driven by its natural, cultural and geological assets.

One dead after tourist boats collide in Lan Ha Bay

A tourist boat sank after colliding with another vessel in Lan Ha Bay off Haiphong, leaving one female passenger dead despite rescue efforts.

Foreign tourists embrace Grab jackets as Vietnam souvenirs

Foreign visitors in Vietnam are increasingly buying Grab jackets as unique souvenirs, turning the familiar green uniform of ride-hailing drivers into an unexpected symbol of local culture.

Italy and Japan light up Danang at fireworks festival

Japan and Italy delivered contrasting but spectacular performances on June 13 as they competed in the third night of the Danang International Fireworks Festival 2026.

Danang to screen World Cup matches on beaches and in Hoi An

Danang plans to screen 2026 World Cup matches at public venues, including beaches and Hoi An Ancient Town, to serve residents and tourists this summer.

Vietnam has 87 unserved short-haul air routes, report says

Vietnam has 87 short-haul air routes under 555km that remain unserved, highlighting significant growth potential beyond the country's increasingly crowded main aviation corridors.

Vietnam tourism firms struggle to find Russian-speaking guides

A surge in Russian tourist arrivals in Khanh Hoa has created an acute shortage of Russian-speaking tour guides, with travel companies offering high salaries but still struggling to recruit staff.

Halong Bay suspends visitor access to Soi Sim Beach

Visitor access to Soi Sim Beach in Halong Bay has been temporarily suspended while authorities review and complete legal procedures related to the site.

Vietnamese restaurants in French villas earn Michelin recognition

Two traditional Vietnamese restaurant brands in Hanoi have retained their places in the Michelin Selected list for four consecutive years, a rare achievement for local dining establishments.

Hue embraces digital transformation to boost tourism

Officials, experts and businesses gathered in Hue on Thursday to discuss digital transformation and innovation aimed at boosting the city's tourism sector.

Phu Tho suspends waterfall tourist site after visitor's death

Authorities in Phu Tho Province have suspended tourism activities at Thac Trang Waterfall following the death of a visitor, pending a comprehensive safety review.

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