Travel

Foreign carriers are gradually restoring flights to and from Vietnam after long disruption caused by the conflict in the Middle East, which affected passenger travel.

Hanoi put 10 electric bus routes into operation on April 1, deploying 288 vehicles in a further step toward greener public transport in the capital.

Rising fuel costs linked to Middle East tensions are pushing up airfares, forcing travellers to cancel trips and putting pressure on Vietnam’s tourism sector.

Ho Chi Minh City will stage fireworks and a series of cultural and sporting events to mark the 51st anniversary of Reunification Day on April 30.

Nuoc Ngot Pass in Long Hai Commune in Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as a scenic coastal attraction, with its winding route between mountains and the sea prompting many travellers to stop for photos.

Tickets for Son Doong expeditions are fully booked through 2027 after a CBS report sparked a surge in international demand for the world’s largest cave passage.

The appearance of Son Doong Cave on CBS’s “60 Minutes” is expected to boost international exposure and strengthen tourism promotion for Quang Tri Province.

The Bermuda-flagged cruise ship Coral Princess docked at Cam Ranh International Port in Khanh Hoa Province on March 30, bringing 1,800 passengers and crew to the central coastal destination.

The Sa Ky-Ly Son passenger ferry route in Quang Ngai Province will resume operations from April 10 after a period of suspension.

The Hue-Danang tourist train has been upgraded, offering passengers a scenic journey across lagoons, mountain passes and one of the world’s most beautiful bays.

Phu Cat Airport is expected to complete its second runway by June 7, 2026, enabling international flights and supporting the National Tourism Year in Gia Lai Province.

Quy Nhon International Port in Gia Lai Province welcomed the cruise ship Island Sky with 180 passengers and crew on board on March 27, marking a positive signal for the recovery of sea-based tourism.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has granted permission to Qatar Airways to operate three combined flights on the Doha-Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City route.

Outbound autogates at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in HCM City will be suspended for two months to allow system upgrades, while inbound gates continue operating.

Hue will offer free night-time entry to its imperial citadel from April 25-28, unveiling an immersive programme blending royal heritage with modern technology.

A 55 year old Australian woman was rescued after becoming exhausted while hiking on Co Tien Mountain in Khanh Hoa Province on March 26.

Vietnam Railways (VNR) on March 26 launched a new exterior design for the “Central Heritage Connection Journey” train and announced the recognition of Hue Railway Station as a tourist destination.

Hotels in Gia Lai Province are fully booked ahead of the opening night of the National Tourism Year 2026, with around 70,000 visitors expected to attend the event.

Hanoi moves ahead with standard-gauge railway plans to boost cross-border connectivity with China.