LIFESTYLE

Sailors from the USS George Washington carrier strike group explored Danang's cultural landmarks, cuisine and daily life during the US Navy's five-day visit to Vietnam.

A debris-flow formation known as the Stone Dragon in Lai Chau Province could become an ecotourism and scientific site, following a preliminary geological survey.

Dong Thap aims to attract 50 million visitors between 2026 and 2030 as it seeks to make tourism one of the Province's key economic sectors.

An ancient pagoda in An Giang Province has provided sanctuary for wild birds for nearly three decades, although the colony has declined sharply because of illegal hunting.

Cua Lo Ward in Nghe An Province is stepping up inspections and enforcement against tourism-related violations as part of efforts to build a safer and more visitor-friendly destination.

Gia Lai Province has ordered tighter management at the Bien Ho area after inspections uncovered shortcomings in tourism services and site management.

A high-speed ferry on the Vung Tau-Con Dao route has been suspended after a technical fault forced the vessel to abandon its voyage and return to port.

Emoura Pham beat 29 contestants to win Miss Grand Vietnam 2026. The British-Vietnamese beauty drew attention throughout.

Vietnam plans to launch a tourist train linking Hue and Phong Nha on September 1, 2026, connecting major cultural, historical and natural heritage destinations in central Vietnam.

Bamboo Airways will suspend its charter service between Hanoi and Lijiang from August 1 as the carrier continues to scale back operations during its restructuring.

Authorities in Quang Ngai Province have begun surveying Hon Nhan, a small volcanic islet off the local coast, as part of plans to protect its marine ecosystem and develop eco-tourism.

Heavy rain has triggered a landslide on the road leading to Heaven Gate in Tam Dao, disrupting traffic and prompting authorities to take emergency measures to stabilise the affected area.

Hanoi welcomed an estimated 21.16 million visitors in the first seven months of 2026, including more than 5.3 million international arrivals, the municipal Department of Tourism said.

A small Vietnamese cafe in New York's Chinatown is attracting long queues as diners seek an authentic taste of Vietnam, from sizzling baguettes to traditional coffee.

Authorities in Can Tho City have suspended a popular 'flying' vo lai" boat ride and summoned two operators after the high-speed attraction raised safety concerns.

The number of Vietnamese visitors to Japan reached a record high in the first half of the year, according to the Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO).

Speedboat services carrying visitors to Ke Ga Lighthouse have been suspended pending a review of operating conditions, forcing many tourists to cancel or alter their travel plans.

Gia Lai Province has asked central authorities to support the launch of international charter flights as it seeks to expand overseas tourism markets and drive economic growth.

Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to attract Vietnamese travellers ahead of the launch of direct HCM City-Colombo flights in August, promoting Buddhist pilgrimage alongside other tourism experiences.