LIFESTYLE

A viral video of a US Vietnamese visitor riding a traditional basket boat in Danang has drawn more than 28 million views, highlighting a unique tourism experience gaining global attention.

Many foreign visitors say they feel remarkably safe living and travelling in Vietnam, citing friendly communities and a strong sense of everyday security.

Authorities in Haiphong City have approved a plan to stage regular fireworks displays at Cat Ba, combining artistic and low-altitude pyrotechnics to enhance the island’s night-time tourism offering.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province is stepping up efforts to develop tourism alongside the preservation of historical and cultural sites, aiming to enhance visitor appeal.

Authorities in Sam Son Ward, Thanh Hoa Province, will crack down on electric cart drivers colluding with local businesses to solicit tourists, as part of efforts to improve service quality.

A range of attractions in Danang will offer free entry and ticket discounts during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holiday.

HCM City’s nearly 120-year-old People’s Council and People’s Committee headquarters will be preserved and repurposed as a cultural and tourism site once a new administrative centre is completed.

Authorities in Hue have urged travel firms nationwide to stop sending guests to a luxury hotel currently under enforcement measures.

Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2026 will feature 10 flagship activities blending culture, arts and travel, as the northern province steps up promotion of its heritage appeal.

Authorities are searching for a 19-year-old Hanoi student who went missing while hiking on Tam Dao Mountain in the northern province of Phu Tho.

A cave featuring an underground waterfall about 350 metres deep has been discovered in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province.

Passenger numbers at Phu Quoc Airport are forecast to rise 44 per cent during the upcoming holidays, prompting capacity upgrades and new technology measures.

Hotels along the coast in Danare City largely fully booked for the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holiday, with many rooms reserved weeks in advance.

Three traditional sailboats will begin operating along Ha Long Bay from April 25, offering free trips in the initial phase to attract visitors.

Vung Tau has emerged as the most sought-after domestic destination for the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holiday, reflecting a growing preference for short, convenient trips.

Visitors to Con Son Islet in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho are flocking to a quirky foot massage experience using koi fish, adding to the appeal of the regional eco-tourism hotspot.

Authorities and businesses in Lam Dong Province have launched a wide-ranging stimulus campaign to boost tourism during the Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holiday and the 2026 summer season.

Localities across Ha Tinh Province are gearing up to launch the 2026 beach tourism season with a series of cultural and sporting events.

Airfares on key domestic routes have surged as demand rises ahead of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and April 30, May Day holidays, with some flights reporting occupancy above 90 per cent.