LIFESTYLE

Hotels on Co To Island have reached near-full occupancy, while many overnight cruises on Halong Bay are fully booked or close to capacity ahead the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 3 holiday.

Explorers have surveyed 26 newly discovered caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Quang tri Province, revealing striking formations, subterranean rivers and spectacular stalactites.

Many international visitors say Vietnam’s banh mi has become an irresistible daily habit, with some choosing the iconic sandwich every morning during their stay.

International visitors praised Vietnam’s safety after South Korean President Lee Jae Myung was seen walking freely in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and stopping for pho during his visit.

Visitors packed a pho restaurant in Hanoi on April 24 after learning South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and his wife had dined there the previous evening.

Hanoi will hold a fireworks display on the evening of April 28 at My Dinh National Stadium and the F1 race track to mark several major national events.

Hue City is expecting a surge in visitors during the Hung Kings Commemoration Day (April 25-27) and the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holiday, driven by diverse tourism offerings.

The southern province of Dong Thap will host its first provincial fruit festival in early June 2026, featuring more than 20 activities blending tradition and modern experiences.

Vietnam is emerging as one of the fastest growing destinations for Australian travellers, driven by affordability, rich culture and diverse experiences.

Thousands packed a central Ho Chi Minh City park as the fourth Vietnam Bread Festival opened, with long queues forming at famous banh mi stalls.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and first lady Kim Hae Kyung enjoyed pho and fried rice at a small eatery in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, drawing public attention during their visit.

Authorities in Vung Tau Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, are encouraging businesses to provide free restroom access to visitors to enhance the city’s image as a friendly tourist destination.

Danang City is the most searched domestic destination among Vietnamese travellers for the April 30-May 1 holiday, according to travel platform data.

Doctors at a hospital in Danang City have revived a 60-year-old South Korean tourist who suffered cardiac arrest while travelling.

Passenger traffic at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport is forecast to rise by up to 15 per cent during the Reunification Day holiday peak, reflecting steady aviation growth despite market pressures.

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.