Travel

Tourism Malaysia and Vietnam Airlines on August 2 signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to strengthen tourism ties and promote two-way travel between Malaysia and Vietnam.

As many as 557 new buses, including 443 electric and the rest newly built diesel vehicles, will be put into operation in HCM City from August 1 this year.

Danang will host Korean Tourist Appreciation Week in early August, featuring some activities, including a ceremony to welcome its one-millionth South Korean visitor this year.

Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi has recorded strong passenger growth since the beginning of the year, particularly on the high-demand Hanoi-HCM City route and international flights.

The central city of Hue welcomed more than four million visitors, including 1.2 million international arrivals, in the first seven months of the year, an increase of over 71 per cent year-on-year.

The Ministry of Construction has submitted a report to the Government outlining the planning and investment proposal for Chu Lai Airport in Danang.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand has revealed ongoing negotiations with Chinese counterparts to secure a one-year relaxation of slot utilisation requirements.

Vietnam has been named among the top destinations for budget-conscious travelers in Southeast Asia, according to a recent feature by renowned lifestyle and travel magazine Time Out.

Suvarnabhumi Airport has been ranked first globally for the number of airlines operating at a single location, with 113 carriers currently providing service.

Ninh Binh authorities have proposed the construction of a major international airport as part of a strategic infrastructure development plan submitted to the Ministry of Construction.

Ho Chi Minh City is joining global travel company Intrepid Travel in a partnership to promote the city as a distinctive, responsible, and sustainable tourism destination.

Vietnam’s tourism sector is ramping up promotional campaigns, improving service quality, and expanding air connectivity in an effort to attract more Russian tourists.

Ha Long Bay has resumed tourism activities, including boat tours, cruise services, and recreational attractions since July 23 following Typhoon Wipha.

Vietnam’s passport has climbed seven spots in the latest Henley Passport Index, reflecting improved visa-free or visa-on-arrival access for Vietnamese citizens to destinations around the world.

The HCM City Department of Tourism has recommended reopening helicopter tours, which offer panoramic views of the city, following a temporary suspension.

The Vinh Moc Tunnels in Quang Tri feature 86 family shelters and witnessed 17 wartime births, offering a powerful glimpse into life beneath bombs.

Vietjet offers a promotion with tickets priced from only 0 VND (Excluded taxes and fees) and 20kg free checked baggage for international flights (Terms & Conditions).

A large whale was spotted near Hon Rom, part of the Nha Trang Bay marine protected area in Khanh Hoa Province on July 22, captivating both tourists and local divers.

Waterway police in the southern central province of Khanh Hoa have found many tourist boats violating safety regulations.