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Danang’s Golden Bridge ranked among world’s most beautiful

Danang’s Golden Bridge has been ranked fourth in a list of the world’s 19 most beautiful bridges by Time Out, with the British travel magazine praising the landmark for its striking visual impact.

Explore Dalat’s unique stone villa

Phi Anh Villa stands out as a rare architectural treasure, the only villa in Dalat built in Spanish Basque style and constructed entirely from natural granite.

International arrivals surge in Phu Quoc as Tet tourism booms

Phu Quoc Island in southern An Giang is running at full tilt ahead of the Lunar New Year, with foreign arrivals surging and resorts across key areas nearly sold out.

China ranks second among Vietnamese Lunar New Year travel destinations

Vietnamese travellers are opting for longer, higher-end overseas trips over the extended Lunar New Year holiday, with China among the top destinations, Trip.com data showed.

Hoan Kiem Lake bursts into colour as Tet approaches

The area around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi has been decked out in vibrant spring flowers ahead of the Lunar New Year or Tet, drawing crowds of residents and visitors to stroll and take photographs.

2,500 cruise passengers arrive in Khanh Hoa ahead of Lunar New Year

The Cyprus-flagged cruise ship Diamond Princess on February 13 called at Cam Ranh International Port, marking the 12th cruise arrival to southcentral Khanh Hoa Province since the start of 2026.

Ho Chi Minh City to offer free public transport for four days on Tet

Ho Chi Minh City will provide four days of free public transport during Tet, increasing services to meet rising holiday travel demand and accommodate New Year’s Eve fireworks crowds.

Hanoi honoured with four top Tripadvisor awards

Hanoi’s tourism sector has earned recognition in multiple categories at the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations 2026 Awards announced by Tripadvisor.

Ninh Binh's famous destinations closed on Tet days

Ninh Binh's popular tourist sites, including Trang An, Van Long, and Tuyet Tinh Coc, will close on December 29 and January 1, 2026, for Tet.

Kon Tum Prison designated special national relic

The historic Kon Tum Prison in central Vietnam has been granted special national relic status, recognising its significance in the country’s revolutionary history.

Ho Chi Minh City inaugurates Covid 19 memorial park

Ho Chi Minh City on February 12 inaugurated Ly Thai To Memorial Park 1, a public space dedicated to commemorating victims of the Covid 19 pandemic.

Explore one of the world’s largest caves in Quang Tri

En Cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Quang Tri Province, ranks among the world’s largest caves and serves as a gateway to Son Doong, the biggest known cavern on Earth.

Repeated runway damage reported at Lien Khuong Airport

Repeated peeling, cracking and subsidence have been reported on sections of the runway at Lien Khuong Airport in Lam Dong Province, prompting safety concerns and a proposal for temporary closure.

Hanoi waives public transport fares during Tet holiday

Hanoi will waive fares on metro and subsidised bus services from February 14 to February 22, covering the peak Lunar New Year, or Tet, travel period.

Quang Ninh urges restaurants and cafes to stay open over Tet holiday

Quang Ninh authorities have urged restaurants and cafes to remain open during the Lunar New Year or Tet holiday after repeated complaints from visitors about widespread holiday closures.

Can Tho resort draws crowds with Tet film sets and safari zoo

Cantho Eco Resort has become a major Tet-season attraction in the Mekong Delta after unveiling a large-scale Lunar New Year (Tet)-themed film set complex alongside its safari-style zoo.

Indian billionaire hosts five-day wedding celebration in Quang Ninh

An Indian billionaire couple has held a lavish five-day wedding celebration in the northern province of Quang Ninh, drawing around 400 guests.

International cruise ship Star Voyager brings 500 visitors to Khanh Hoa

The Bahamas-flagged cruise ship Star Voyager arrived in Khanh Hoa, a south-central coastal province of Vietnam, on February 11, bringing 500 visitors as part of its Vietnam itinerary.

Red-sailed boats turn heads on Ha Long Bay

Three red-sailed boats have recently appeared on Ha Long Bay, drawing attention from residents and visitors.

Zodiac mascots unveiled at HCM City Tet flower street

Phu My Hung Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City will open at 6 pm on February 11, showcasing zodiac mascots and cultural displays for the Lunar New Year or Tet.

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