LIFESTYLE

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.

Many long-standing pavement eateries in Hoi An have relocated after authorities intensified enforcement against sidewalk encroachment, leaving guests searching for familiar flavours at new addresses.

Danang welcomed its first flight from Russia’s Vladivostok on April 16, marking the launch of a programme to attract visitors from Russia and CIS countries during the 2026 summer season.

Airports in HCM City are set to increase flights as passenger demand rises during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holidays.

Hanoi has been ranked 25th among the world’s 50 most interesting cities to live and explore in 2026 by Time Out, underlining the growing global appeal of Vietnam’s capital.

Authorities in Lam Dong Province have moved to tighten regulations on motorbike rentals to foreign visitors following a rise in traffic violations and accidents.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to expand artistic lighting across landmark buildings, parks and major bridges to enhance its night-time landscape and attract tourists.

Authorities on Ly Son Island have banned tourists from climbing the To Vo arch to protect the fragile volcanic formation.

Ninh Binh Province plans to revitalise Quat Lam and Thinh Long beaches, aiming to restore its coastal tourism appeal after years of decline.

Authorities have tightened controls on motorbike tours along the Ha Giang Loop following a fatal accident involving a British tourist, amid growing safety concerns.