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Vietnam’s tourism market is seeing a surge in travel demand ahead of the National Day holiday on September 2, with travel agencies launching new packages to meet early demand.

Hanoi has emerged as the most searched destination by Vietnamese travelers for the upcoming National Day holiday from August 29 to September 3.

Turkish Airlines, recently named “Best Airline in Europe 2025” by Skytrax, plans to raise the number of flights between Vietnam and Turkey as a way of further strengthening regional air connectivity.

Greg Norman has been reappointed as Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador for the 2025–2030 term, Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on July 18.

The central city of Danang will open two bus routes connecting the city’s Central Bus Station to Cua Dai and Tam Ky areas from July 18.

Lien Khuong Airport in Lam Dong Province will temporarily close for runway upgrades starting in March 2026, later than the originally planned date of November this year.

Vietnam Railways has launched nationwide ticket sales for the Gia Lam- Nanning international passenger train, aiming to simplify access for travellers between the two countries.

AirAsia launched its latest direct route between Vietnam's Hai Phong and Thailand's Bangkok on July 16, operating four weekly flights on every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

Vietnam has claimed the top spot on Emirates’ list of most-booked destinations for the summer 2025 travel season, driven by surging demand and the launch of the airline’s new Dubai–Danang route.

The central city of Danang has approved a VND 9.88 trillion (USD 394.5 million) project to develop inland waterway tourism services.

Tucked away in the lush pine forests of Langbiang Ward in the Central Highlands city of Dalat, the Ankroet Hydropower Plant, built by the French in 1942, remains operational after nearly 80 years.

Vietjet has officially opened for sale ticket on its newest international route connecting Danang with Kuala Lumpur.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province, and Hin Nam No National Park in Khammouane Province, Laos, have officially been recognised as a transboundary World Heritage site by UNESCO.

Unlike more developed destinations such as Sa Pa or Mu Cang Chai, Mien Doi remains untouched by mass tourism, appealing to those seeking a slower pace and authentic local experiences.

Ethiopian Airlines officially launched a new route connecting Addis Ababa and Hanoi and signed a series of cooperation agreements with Vietnamese partners on July 11.

HCM City has piloted illuminated traffic signs to enhance night-time visibility and reduce the risk of accidents at high-risk intersections.

US magazine Travel + Leisure has released its 2025 World’s Best Awards as voted by readers, with Hoi An ranking sixth among the top 25 destinations.

Bai Chay Ward in the northern province of Quang Ninh’s Ha Long City has set up an inspection team to supervise tourism and service business activities from July to the end of this year.

With abundant resources, a vast market, and complete infrastructure, Ho Chi Minh City is well-positioned to transform into a multi-destination, modern, and sustainable tourism hub.