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An early butterfly season at Cuc Phuong National Park is attracting thousands of visitors, with swarms appearing weeks ahead of schedule.

Vietnamese travel firms say demand for 2026 World Cup tours is growing, with affluent customers willing to spend heavily on premium packages despite visa hurdles and rising costs.

Haiphong authorities have ordered stricter safety measures for transport and tourism services to Cat Ba Island amid rising visitor numbers.

Lam Dong authorities have asked a tourism operator to clarify electric go-kart services at a Dalat flower park over safety and compliance concerns.

Vietnam Railways has increased passenger train fares by 3 per cent from April 5, citing rising fuel costs, while freight charges also see adjustments.

An Austrian tourist was rescued after spending a night in a remote forest in Lang Son Province, having taken a wrong turn guided by Google Maps.

Vietnam aims to grow its medical tourism sector to nearly USD 4 billion by 2033, leveraging competitive costs and expanding high-quality healthcare services.

A 55-year-old tourist suffered a sudden health emergency while visiting Halong Bay on April 4 but was stabilised after a swift rescue and emergency response.

A mangrove forest in Cu Lao Dung Island, widely regarded as the largest wetland forest in the Mekong Delta, is emerging as an eco-tourism draw with a curious attraction known as Monkey Island.

Vietnam welcomed a record 6.76 million foreign visitors in the first quarter of 2026, driven by visa reforms, improved services and strong regional demand.

Thailand has revised down its tourism outlook for 2026 amid mounting geopolitical tensions and global uncertainties, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

A major eco-tourism and cable car project in northern Vietnam could begin operations by the end of 2027 after renewed efforts to accelerate construction.

Vietnam Airlines Group plans to operate nearly 5,500 flights during the peak travel period for the Hung Kings Commemoration Day, the Reunification Day (April 30), and May Day holidays this year.

Hoi An, an ancient town in central Vietnam, has been named the world’s best hidden gem city in a study by Sweepstakes Table, cited by Travel + Leisure.

The northern province of Quang Ninh has officially deployed round-the-clock medical teams on Ha Long Bay starting April 2 to provide immediate first aid and handle health emergencies for tourists.

Con Dao Special Zone in HCM City has received a specialised sand-sifting machine worth over VND 1 billion (USD 38,023) to clean beaches and support its green tourism image.

Sapa in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam has been named among the world’s 53 most beautiful small towns in a list compiled by Condé Nast Traveler.

The US luxury brand Fairmont has opened a five-star hotel in Hanoi, expanding options for high-end travellers to Vietnam.

Tourist boats in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay will soon carry visitors between the two destinations for the first time.