Travel

International visitors praised Vietnam’s safety after South Korean President Lee Jae Myung was seen walking freely in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and stopping for pho during his visit.

Vietnam is emerging as one of the fastest growing destinations for Australian travellers, driven by affordability, rich culture and diverse experiences.

Authorities in Vung Tau Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, are encouraging businesses to provide free restroom access to visitors to enhance the city’s image as a friendly tourist destination.

Danang City is the most searched domestic destination among Vietnamese travellers for the April 30-May 1 holiday, according to travel platform data.

Passenger traffic at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport is forecast to rise by up to 15 per cent during the Reunification Day holiday peak, reflecting steady aviation growth despite market pressures.

A viral video of a US Vietnamese visitor riding a traditional basket boat in Danang has drawn more than 28 million views, highlighting a unique tourism experience gaining global attention.

Many foreign visitors say they feel remarkably safe living and travelling in Vietnam, citing friendly communities and a strong sense of everyday security.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province is stepping up efforts to develop tourism alongside the preservation of historical and cultural sites, aiming to enhance visitor appeal.

Authorities in Hue have urged travel firms nationwide to stop sending guests to a luxury hotel currently under enforcement measures.

Passenger numbers at Phu Quoc Airport are forecast to rise 44 per cent during the upcoming holidays, prompting capacity upgrades and new technology measures.

Three traditional sailboats will begin operating along Ha Long Bay from April 25, offering free trips in the initial phase to attract visitors.

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.

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.