VOV.VN - Vietnam has emerged as one of the leading overseas destinations for travelers from the Republic of Korea and Russia in the first quarter of 2026, according to newly released tourism statistics from both markets.

VOV.VN - The English-language edition of Thai newspaper Khaosod on May 9 published an article describing Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island as “one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing beach destinations.”

VOV.VN - Canadian luxury travel magazine Drift Travel has highlighted Vietnam as one of the top destinations for extended travel and long escapes, citing the country’s diverse landscapes ranging from mountains and plains to coastlines and islands.

VOV.VN - International media outlets and analysts say Vietnam continues to attract massive inflows of foreign investment, manufacturing projects and global supply chains, reinforcing its position as one of Asia’s most attractive investment destinations.

VOV.VN - Vietnam witnessed a sharp surge in domestic travel and leisure demand during the April 30–May 1 holiday period, with tourist attractions, entertainment complexes and public spaces across the country reporting exceptionally high visitor numbers, in some cases reaching local overload levels.

VOV.VN - The Ha Long Carnival 2026 took place in Ha Long ward, Quang Ninh province, with the participation of approximately 80,000 local people and visitors, reinforcing Ha Long’s position as one of Vietnam’s leading tourism and festival destinations.

The northern province of Phu Tho welcomed nearly 6.5 million visitors during the 2026 Hung Kings Commemoration Day and the Hung Kings Temple Festival, representing a year-on-year 12%, reinforcing its status as one of the leading cultural and spiritual tourism destinations of the country.

VOV.VN - Sa Pa in Lao Cai province, northern Vietnam, is drawing growing international attention, with Korean and Thai media highlighting it as a top family travel destination for 2026 for its blend of relaxation, nature exploration and cultural experiences.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s summer travel season is gaining momentum earlier than usual, with strong demand during the upcoming National Reunification Day and May Day holiday period (April 30–May 1) pushing the market toward peak levels ahead of schedule.

The recognition of Mui Ne among Booking.com’s top global trending destinations for 2026, alongside Bilbao (Spain), Barranquilla (Colombia), Philadelphia (the US) and Guangzhou (China), underscores a shift in Vietnam’s tourism toward greater distinctiveness and depth.