VOV.VN - Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri province in central Vietnam has been shortlisted for the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2026 in two categories: Asia’s Leading National Park and Vietnam’s Leading Nature Destination, according to its management board on April 10.
VOV.VN - The famous and long-standing travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller has named Hue, a central city in Vietnam, among the world’s top 11 birdwatching destinations.
VOV.VN - Con Dao, an archipelago off southeast Vietnam, has been named among Asia’s best spring travel destinations for 2026, with spring offering cherry blossoms, favourable weather and festivals across the region, according to Time Out.
VOV.VN - Low-cost carrier Vietjet Air will operate nearly 3,800 flights from April 25 to May 5, 2026 to meet higher travel demand during the Hung Kings Commemoration Day and the Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1) holiday period.
VOV.VN - A “Visit Malaysia 2026” seminar was held in Hanoi on April 8 by the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia), as part of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) campaign.
A 14-day exchange and research programme on applying artificial intelligence (AI) to cross-border tourism cooperation between Vietnam and China opened on April 7 in Nanning, drawing nearly 30 officials and tourism business representatives from four Vietnamese provinces.
VOV.VN - Rising airfares and rail ticket prices ahead of the April 30–May 1 holiday period are prompting many Vietnamese travelers to rethink their plans, opting for more flexible and cost-conscious alternatives instead of sticking to original itineraries.
Long associated with Phuket and Bali, Southeast Asia’s tropical island getaways are seeing a shift as The Independent highlights Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island, as an increasingly appealing alternative for British travellers seeking more authentic and unspoilt experiences.
VOV.VN - Starting April 16, direct charter flights connecting Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Belarus are set to bring an increased number of international visitors to Da Nang.
VOV.VN - Summer 2026 marks a turning point for Vietnam’s tourism industry, as travelers’ evolving preferences are transforming trips from simple holidays into experiential journeys that reflect personal values and emotional connections.
VOV.VN - Travel and Tour World on April 5 published an article on green tourism in Khanh Hoa, describing the southcentral province of Vietnam as a pioneer in sustainable tourism development.
VOV.VN - Bánh mì heo quay (Vietnamese roasted pork belly sandwich) is placed second among the Top 100 Southeast Asian dishes, according to TasteAtlas.
VOV.VN - The Bahamas-flagged cruise ship Star Voyager is set to dock at Nha Trang port, Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa province as part of its summer 2026 itinerary, according to StarDream Cruises, an international cruise line operating in Asia.
VOV.VN - The 22nd Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival, themed “Vibrant Summer Fest,” concluded at September 23 Park on April 5, wrapping up four days of lively activities and strong visitor engagement.
Nestled in the remote border area of Nghe An province, Huoi Man hamlet is often affectionately referred to by local residents and visitors as the “hamlet at the top of the sky.”
VOV.VN - An Austrian tourist who got lost in a remote forest in Vietnam’s northern Lang Son province has been safely rescued, thanks to the timely support of local villagers.
VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed a record 6.76 million international visitors in the first quarter of 2026, marking the highest number ever recorded for a first quarter, according to the National Statistics Office.
VOV.VN - Central Dak Lak province is stepping up efforts to develop its tourism brand “Dak Lak – Land of Heritage”, aiming to position itself as an attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors.
VOV.VN - Spring transforms the Hue Imperial Citadel as pink and purple Ngo Dong flowers, the “royal flower” of Vietnam, enchant visitors and celebrate the nation’s imperial heritage.
Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism sector is ramping up recruitment efforts, offering close to 5,000 job opportunities at the 2026 Tourism Job Exchange held on April 3, which brought together 84 enterprises conducting both in-person and online hiring.
VOV.VN - Australian travel website Travel Nine has highlighted Vietnam as one of the most affordable holiday destinations for Australians this Easter, listing the country’s top five family-friendly spots, namely Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc.
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 - Hoi An, an ancient town in central Vietnam, has been named the world’s best hidden gem city in a study by Sweepstakes Table, cited by Travel + Leisure.
VOV.VN - Sa Pa in Lao Cai province, northern Vietnam has been named among the world’s 53 most beautiful small towns in a list compiled by Condé Nast Traveler.
VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival 2026 opened on April 2, featuring a festival space combining culture and technology and reaffirming its role as a key tourism promotion event.
VOV.VN - Foreign carriers are gradually restoring services to and from Vietnam after prolonged disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which affected passenger travel.
VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines Group comprising Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines, and Vasco plans to offer nearly 1.12 million seats on domestic and international routes during the peak travel period of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and the April 30–May 1 holiday, marking a 15.5% increase on-year.
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.