Travel

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has approved the inclusion of Mang Den and Van Phong airports into Vietnam’s national airport development plan for the 2021–2030 period.

Authorities of the northern province of Lao Cai have approved the Sapa eco-tourism project for 2022-2030, worth VND2.84 trillion (USD111.8 million).

Vietnam Airlines officially launched a direct air route connecting Hanoi and Milan on May 7 as part of the Vietnam–Europe Tourism Promotion Programme.

Vietnam recorded more than 7.67 million international tourist arrivals between January and April, marking a 23.8% increase compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam Airlines announced it will provide nearly 9 million seats on more than 43,000 flights during the summer peak season from May 15 to August 15, an increase of nearly 14% year-on-year.

The Hanoi-Haiphong luxury train service will be launched by the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) on May 10.

Vietnam’s tourism industry experienced a significant boom during the five-day Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day holiday, with several localities reporting record-breaking revenues.

Nestled along the coastline within Nui Chua National Park, lies one of Vietnam’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders -the Rock Park.

Emirates and Sun Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen inbound tourism to Vietnam and drive passenger traffic growth through collaborative efforts.

For nearly six years, the riverside cottage of 79-year-old Nguyen Dinh Ban has become a unique destination for tourists eager to learn the traditional craft of weaving bamboo basket boats.

The HCM City Department of Tourism has fined two hotels for ripping off tourists.

Hanoi has launched a diverse programme of cultural and entertainment activities to attract tourists during the five-day national holiday starting April 30.

The year 2025 is expected to mark a significant turning point for tourism in Central Vietnam.

Thousands of people from across Vietnam flocked to Ba Dinh Square in central Hanoi, lining up to visit President Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum on April 30.

Quang Ninh Provincial Police have announced they are investigating whether to act against individuals exploiting social media to advertise and fraudulently sell Ha Long Carnival 2025 tickets.

Japan's Peace Boat, an international cruise ship dedicated to promoting peace and sustainable development, docked at Ha Long International Passenger Port this morning, April 30.

Lang Son province and Pingxiang City jointly launched a landmark tourism programme that allows travellers to use border passes for tours of their destinations.

The Beautiful Vietnam mural project, a special artistic initiative celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, has just been inaugurated in HCM City.

More pristine small islands in Co To District in the northern province of Quang Ninh are being opened up for tourism development.