VOV.VN - Vietnam has been ranked among the top five emerging travel destinations competing for international visitors in 2026, according to a list compiled by travel website Travel and Tour World.

The Ho Chi Minh City tourism sector’s robust growth is increasingly intertwined with the expanding role of overseas Vietnamese (OVs), who are helping draw international visitors and promote the image of a dynamic, compassionate metropolis.

VOV.VN - On its path to affirming its role as a key economic sector, Vietnam’s tourism industry requires policies commensurate with the value it has created and will continue to create for the national economy.

The 2026 Spring Fair has left a strong impression on both domestic visitors and international guests, drawing unexpectedly large crowds.

VOV.VN - International visitor arrivals to Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang province rose strongly, underscoring the island’s growing appeal as an international tourism destination.

VOV.VN - Agoda has pledged to step up cooperation with Vietnam in tourism promotion, introduction of new destinations, infrastructure communication and data sharing in order to enhance the country’s visibility and attract more international visitors.

VOV.VN - The welcoming atmosphere surrounding the 14th National Party Congress is spreading across the country, particularly in Hanoi, attracting public attention and leaving a clear impression on international visitors arriving in the capital at this time.

VOV.VN - The Hanoi Department of Tourism organised a forum on December 17 outlining strategies to attract more than 8.6 million international visitors by 2026, a 10% increase compared to the estimated figure for 2025.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed its 20 millionth international visitor of 2025 on December 15, marking a milestone for the country’s tourism industry as it surpassed 20 million foreign arrivals in a single year for the first time.

VOV.VN - According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), a ceremony to welcome the country’s 20 millionth international visitor will take place at Phu Quoc International Airport in mid-December.