VOV.VN - A tourist boat caught fire while cruising near Hang Co area in Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh province, on February 27, but all 41 people on board were brought safely ashore, local authorities said.

Authorities in the central city of Da Nang have penalised a foreign tourist for flying a drone without permission, amid intensified efforts to curb unauthorised unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) activity.

Australian newspaper The Age on February 25 published an article by travel writer Julie Miller highlighting a new and safer way to experience Hanoi’s famed Train Street – aboard the “Hanoi Five City Gates” tourist train.

Italian cruise ship Costa Deliziosa docked at SP-PSA Port in Ho Chi Minh City on February 22, bringing 1,959 international tourists and 892 crew members on a visit at the start of the Lunar New Year.

VOV.VN -The Lunar New Year or Tet, the most important holiday of the year for Vietnamese people, features a wide range of cultural activities and traditional festivals, alongside a sharp rise in travel demand. The Tet 2026 travel market is expected to see strong growth in both domestic and international tours, with new trends and a wider choice of destinations and experiences.

VOV.VN - The Cyprus-flagged cruise ship Diamond Princess on February 13 called at Cam Ranh International Port, marking the 12th cruise arrival to southcentral Khanh Hoa province since the start of 2026.

VOV.VN - A German visitor has described haircuts and massage services in Vietnam as “among the best in the world,” highlighting their high quality, affordability and professional craftsmanship – the factors that could encourage tourists to spend more on beauty and relaxation services while traveling in the country.

VOV.VN - Doctors at People's Hospital 115 provided overnight emergency care to a 37-year-old Russian national who sustained multiple injuries in a traffic accident while travelling in Ho Chi Minh City.

VOV.VN - The Bahamas-flagged cruise ship Star Voyager arrived in Khanh Hoa, a south-central coastal province of Vietnam, on February 11, bringing 500 visitors as part of its Vietnam itinerary.

VOV.VN - Vietnam emerged as the fastest-growing overseas destination for Russian tourists in 2025, as outbound travel from Russia rose sharply following the reopening of large-capacity markets, according to industry data.