Phu Quy special zone in Lam Dong province has been identified as a future hub for marine and green tourism, anchored in a broader strategy to restructure its sea-based economy toward sustainability, while safeguarding maritime sovereignty and restoring marine ecosystems.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s aviation and tourism industries are seeking to respond to soaring fuel prices with cost controls, route optimisation, and flexible travel products to sustain growth.

After the Lunar New Year (Tet) peak, domestic tourism market has maintained steady momentum, with stable visitor flows reported across many localities and nature-based and cultural – spiritual tourism products popular, reflecting a growing preference for short and experience-oriented trips in the early months of 2026.

The central city of Hue is stepping up efforts to position itself among Vietnam’s leading green tourism destinations, moving towards a net-zero tourism model with balanced emissions.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese travelers rank among Asia’s most passionate culinary explorers, placing second in the region for choosing destinations based on food experiences, according to the latest findings from digital travel platform Agoda.

VOV.VN - Tourism in Hanoi saw strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with international arrivals reaching nearly 2.4 million, up 28.7% year on year, driving total visitor numbers to over 8.8 million, up 20.5%.

VOV.VN - The Bermuda-flagged cruise ship Coral Princess docked at Cam Ranh International Port on March 30, carrying 1,800 passengers and crew members to visit Khanh Hoa province, a tourist destination in central Vietnam.

Vietnam is increasingly emerging as a preferred destination for Philippine travellers, welcoming over 482,000 arrivals in 2025, as ASEAN visa exemption policies provide favourable conditions for enhanced tourism cooperation and closer bilateral exchanges.

VOV.VN - The Michelin Guide published an article on what makes Vietnam’s bánh xèo distinctive and where international visitors can try it.

VOV.VN - A group of Philippine journalists and judges of the BrightLeaf Agricultural Journalism Awards said in an article published in The Philippine Star that they had found the “answer” to Vietnam’s recent tourism boom after a trip to central Vietnam.

VOV.VN - A special program on Son Doong Cave, the world’s largest cave, aired on 60 Minutes at 7:00 p.m. on March 29 U.S. time, equivalent to around 7:00 a.m. on March 30 in Vietnam, the Quang Tri Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in coordination with the Gia Lai provincial People’s Committee, held a forum titled “Gia Lai Tourism – Potential and Prospects” on March 27, bringing together more than 200 policymakers, experts, investors, and tourism businesses from home and abroad.

VOV.VN - Quy Nhon International Port in central 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.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City will introduce helicopter sightseeing tours for the first time during the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers' Day (May 1) holiday period, offering visitors panoramic aerial views of the southern metropolis and its surrounding areas.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s domestic tourism industry is facing mounting pressure from rising transport costs, particularly airfares, as demand for travel increases during the peak holiday season.

VOV.VN - Amid global aviation disruptions and fuel supply constraints, airlines and travel companies are maintaining plans to operate flights from Russia to the central cities of Da Nang, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc island this year.

VOV.VN - Russia is considering easing visa policy, including a possible visa waiver for Vietnamese tour groups, as it looks to attract more visitors from Vietnam, a fast-growing travel market with rising outbound demand.

VOV.VN - Phu Tho province has introduced a night tour “Đền Hùng lung linh nguồn cội” (“Hung Temple – glowing with ancestral roots”), as it positions itself as a key tourism hub in Vietnam’s northern midland and mountainous region following administrative boundary adjustments, supported by favorable geography, improved transport links and diverse tourism resources.

Vietnamese travellers are increasingly opting for short-haul overseas trips and distinctive experiences for the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day holiday, reflecting evolving travel preferences ahead of the 2026 summer peak season.

VOV.VN - Bai Tu Long Bay in Quang Ninh province is listed among Southeast Asia’s seven wonders for 2026 by US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) 2026 will take place from April 9 to 12 at ICE Hanoi (International Centre for Exhibition) under the theme “Digital transformation and green growth – elevating Vietnam’s tourism”, and is expected to featur 450 domestic and international booths.

VOV.VN - Cam Ranh International Airport in Khanh Hoa province has been ranked among the world’s cleanest airports for the first time, placing sixth in the “World’s Cleanest Airports 2026” category for facilities handling under 30 million passengers annually, according to Skytrax World Airport Awards.

VOV.VN - Da Nang hosted a ceremony on March 20 to welcome new direct flights operated by AirAsia from Manila (the Philippines) and Bali (Indonesia) to the central coastal city.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is increasingly capturing the attention of Korean travelers seeking short-term, high-value trips, marking a significant shift in the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) outbound travel market.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese travelers are increasingly shifting to regional and domestic destinations as tensions in the Middle East disrupt travel routes and drive up long-haul airfares.

VOV.VN - UNESCO-recognised World Heritage site Hoi An in Da Nang city has been named among the world’s 51 most beautiful destinations in 2026 by Time Out, a UK-based global media platform specialising in travel, culture, food, and events.

VOV.VN - More and more foreign tourists are visiting Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri province, central Vietnam, to experience rural life firsthand, including feeding ducks, riding buffaloes, and fishing alongside locals.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Noi Bai and Da Nang International Airports have improved their positions in the 2026 world’s top 100 airports ranking, compiled by UK-based aviation consultancy Skytrax.

VOV.VN - Mastercard has identified Vietnam as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing tourism markets and is seeking to collaborate with the country’s tourism industry to attract more visitors and increase spending.

VOV.VN -The Republic of Korea will introduce new measures to ease visa requirements for travelers from 11 countries, including Vietnam, as part of efforts to attract more international visitors.