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Hanoi welcomed its five millionth international visitor of 2026 on Monday, surpassing the halfway mark towards its target of more than nine million foreign arrivals this year.

Hanoi will build a new public square on Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street as part of a wider redevelopment project around Thong Nhat Park aimed at creating a more open public space.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to operate an entirely electric bus fleet by 2029 after expanding the number of electric routes to 88 as part of its push for cleaner public transport.

China remained Vietnam's largest source of international visitors in the first half of 2026, with arrivals rising as the country moved closer to its full year tourism target.

Dong Hoi Airport will launch a new direct service to Cam Ranh on August 16, expanding air links as Quang Tri prepares for the 2027 National Tourism Year.

More than 370,000 Australians visited Vietnam in the first six months of the year, up 22 per cent from a year earlier, as demand for luxury and tailor made travel continued to grow.

(Dan tri) - Pham Hoang Thu Uyen, 28, from Haiphong, has been named Vietnam's representative at Miss Earth 2026.

Thousands of visitors flocked to Sam Son Beach in Thanh Hoa Province on July 4 despite the approach of Storm Maysak, as the area experienced only light rain and relatively calm conditions.

Authorities at Ba Den Mountain National Tourist Area have warned visitors to avoid a hiking trail linking the summit to Ba Pagoda because of the risk of falling rocks.

Hanoi has begun banning road vehicles from the core area of Hoan Kiem Ward during evening hours as part of efforts to reduce air pollution and promote greener transport.

More than 3,100 tourists were evacuated from Co To Island to the mainland on July 3 before a ban on vessels took effect as authorities prepared for Storm Maysak.

Vietnam welcomed 12.25 million international visitors in the first half of 2026, up 14.9 per cent from a year earlier, as Russia became its third-largest source market.

Vietnamese authorities have urged tourists to reconsider beach and mountain trips over the coming days as Storm Maysak strengthens and heads towards the country's northern coast.

Vietnam's tourism authority has ordered tighter oversight of tourism businesses amid a rise in illegal activities exploiting the sector during the peak summer travel season.

Danang City will hold the Enjoy Danang 2026 Festival from July 22 to 26 at East Sea Park and the city's beaches, featuring new cultural, entertainment, sporting, culinary and beach activities.

A mother and her child were rescued unharmed after becoming stranded in the top of a coconut tree when strong winds disrupted a parasailing landing at Bai Chay Beach in Quang Ninh Province.

Authorities in Mui Ne Ward have launched a rapid response team to handle tourism complaints following reports of overcharging and other misconduct.

Ho Chi Minh City has begun work on a USD 1.12-billion riverside redevelopment that will transform the historic Nha Rong-Khanh Hoi Port waterfront into a 73.3 hectare public park and cultural precinct.

Passengers will be able to travel free on Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line 1 on July 2, with additional evening services scheduled to accommodate crowds attending the city's fireworks celebrations.