LIFESTYLE

Ba Den Mountain tourist site warns of lost hiker incidents

The management board of the Ba Den Mountain National Tourist Site in the southern province of Tay Ninh has issued a warning after several hikers recently lost their way while climbing the peak.

Inside Hanoi’s first double-decker tourist train

The Hanoi Five City Gates Train (The Hanoi Train) was put into service on Tuesday to mark the upcoming 80th National Day on September 2.

Hanoi adjusts metro schedule ahead of National Day celebration

Hanoi Metro has announced changes to the metro schedules to better serve higher travel demand during the 80th anniversary celebration of National Day on September 2.

Bangkok tops Gen Z travel list for 2025, outshining global rivals

Thailand’s Bangkok has clinched the top spot as the most coveted destination for Generation Z travelers in 2025, according to Time Out’s “World’s Best Cities” list.

HorecFex 2025 serving up tech and trends in hospitality

The second edition of HorecFex (Hotels, Restaurants and Catering) Vietnam, is slated for August 26–27 in the central city of Danang.

Quang Ninh names Sun Group as investor for Van Don casino project

Authorities in Quang Ninh Province have approved Sun Group as the investor for a high-end tourism and service complex in Van Don Economic Zone, which will include a casino.

Hue bans smoking at 200 hotels and restaurants

Over 200 hotels and restaurants in Hue have adopted smoke-free rules under a new campaign to promote a healthier and more tourist-friendly environment.

Quang Ninh suspends Halong Bay tours as tropical depression approaches

Authorities in Quang Ninh have suspended permits for boats, sightseeing and overnight stays on Halong Bay from 1pm on August 18 to ensure safety as a tropical depression nears.

Hue heritage sites to offer free entry for visitors on National Day

Hue will waive entry fees to major heritage sites on August 19 and September 2, allowing Vietnamese visitors free access to the Imperial City, royal tombs and museums.

Rescue teams deploy dogs to search for missing tourist in Cuc Phuong

Rescue forces in Ninh Binh Province have mobilised specialised equipment and dogs to search for a tourist missing in Cuc Phuong forest for four days.

Hanoi to add 1,000 buses to meet travel surge during National Day holiday

Hanoi Transport Station JSC plans to add 1,000 buses to best meet public travel demand during the National Day holiday from August 30 to September 2, according to its Director Pham Manh Hung.

Vietnam launches digital tourism platform to transform visitor experience

A highlight of Visit Vietnam is its integration of cutting-edge technologies, featuring an AI Travel Assistant capable of automated trip planning and service bookings for users.

Hue launches Vietnam’s first ride-hailing cyclo service

Grab Vietnam – the local arm of Singapore-based ride-hailing Grab – has launched “Grab Cyclo” in the central city of Hue, the first digital cyclo service in the country.

Hai Phong’s fishing village named community-based tourism site

Viet Hai village in Cat Hai speical zone, Hai Phong city will not only help preserve natural and cultural assets but also unlock opportunities for socio-economic growth.

Visa exemptions for 12 more countries take effect tomorrow

To date, Vietnam has unilaterally waived visa requirements for travellers from 24 countries for tourism purposes, according to the spokesperson.

Bach Ma National Park successfully breeds many white pheasants

The wild white pheasant population in Bach Ma National Park in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue has been on the rise thanks to effective conservation and breeding efforts,

Suoi Tien marks 30 years as Vietnam’s cultural tourism icon

PR Article - From a 6,600m² python farm, Suoi Tien has grown into a 105-hectare cultural theme park attracting over five million visitors annually.

2025 ‘Impressive Vietnam Tourism’ video contest launched

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is co-hosting the 2025 ‘Impressive Vietnam Tourism’ video/clip creation contest to strengthen the national tourism brand.

Noi Bai airport braces for record passenger surge over National Day holiday

Noi Bai International Airport has prepared contingency plans to handle a forecast surge in passenger traffic during the September 2 National Day holiday.