The expanded Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport will officially open on December 19, marking a major step in the airport’s digital transformation and its effort to raise capacity as passenger demand continues to surge.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s passport has risen two places to 90th globally in the latest Henley Passport Index 2025 (HPI), reflecting a modest improvement in international mobility, according to the HPI’s December update.

VOV.VN -Bamboo Airways’ Airbus A320, registration ER-0005, on December 13 landed at Noi Bai International Airport after finalizing its inaugural commercial flight.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Tourism Roadshow 2025, themed “Vietnam Timeless Charm – Authentic Experiences, Embracing Green Heritage,” concluded with strong results in Melbourne and Sydney, reinforcing Vietnam’s appeal as a vibrant and fast-rising destination for Australian travellers.

Many localities such as the central city of Hue and the northern province of Quang Ninh have reported strong tourism performance in 2025, achieving major milestones compared to 2024.

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.

VOV.VN - Cao Bang province of Vietnam and Guangxi province of China will build a border landmark square at the Ban Gioc-Detian Waterfalls scenic area in an effort to promote sustainable development of the tourism area and enhance visitor experience.

VOV.VN - Phu Quoc Island, dubbed Pearl Island in An Giang province, southern Vietnam, is preparing to welcome a wave of Eastern European tourists through a new series of direct charter flights from Bucharest (Romania) and Chisinau (Moldova), starting mid-December 2025.

VOV.VN - As Christmas 2025 approaches, many shopping centers in Hanoi are adorned with vibrant lights and elaborate decorations, welcoming visitors to the year’s biggest holiday season.

VOV.VN - Tours to Son Doong, the world’s largest cave, are fully booked until the end of 2027, the operator said, as demand for adventure travel in central Vietnam continues to surge.

VOV.VN - An Air India Express flight, IX101, landed at Phu Quoc International Airport in southern An Giang province on December 10, officially launching a series of direct charter flights from New Delhi to Phu Quoc (DEL–PQC), scheduled to operate through mid-January 2026.

VOV.VN - Efforts to further promote tourism are set to be strengthened as the Khanh Hoa Tourism Association, in coordination with the Lam Dong Tourism Association, welcomes a Malaysian famtrip delegation to survey destinations, accommodation facilities, and tourism services in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong and the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa, the association said on December 10.

Ho Chi Minh City is advancing into a dynamic mega-urban hub, with its tourism sector accelerating digital transformation to showcase the city’s identity, people and distinctive cultural and culinary attractions.

VOV.VN - Sa Dec village in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap is gearing up for the third edition of flower and ornamental plant festival which is scheduled to take place from December 27, 2025 to January 4, 2026, featuring nearly 40 cultural and tourism activities.

VOV.VN - As the year draws to a close, Vietnam is emerging as a preferred destination for families across Asia, according to digital travel platform Agoda.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has been ranked 16th among the world’s 100 best cuisines, up three notches from 2024 and six places from 2023, according to the latest annual rankings released by international food guide TasteAtlas.

VOV.VN - International food website TasteAtlas has ranked Bún bò nam bộ (Southern Vietnamese beef noodle salad) and Phở bò ((Beef noodle soup) among the world’s Top 100 noodle dishes.

VOV.VN - The Jeonbuk Culture and Tourism Foundation in coordination with the STP Institute for educational and vocational development research, on December 8 held a seminar on boosting cooperation and tourism between the Republic of Korea (RoK)’ Jeonbuk province and Vietnam, introducing Jeonbuk’s tourism potential to Vietnamese visitors.

Vietjet has announced an increase in the frequency of flights on the Ho Chi Minh City – Manila route from December 19 to meet rising travel demand between Vietnam and the Philippines.

VOV.VN - Italian-flagged cruise ship Costa Serena docked at Ana Marina Nha Trang on December 7, bringing 2,700 travelers to Nha Trang city, mostly from Europe.

VOV.VN - French tour operators have reported steadily growing demand for Christmas and year-end travel, with Vietnam emerging as one of the most sought-after long-haul destinations since the pandemic. Last-minute bookings have helped buoy the market despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

VOV.VN - Vietnam received a series of top awards at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony held in Bahrain on December 6, with recognition spanning world and regional categories for heritage, nature and tourism destinations.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s tourism industry has set an all-time record, welcoming 19.15 million international visitors over the past 11 months of the year, representing a year-on-year rise of 20.9% and surpassing the pre-pandemic peak recorded in 2019, reported the National Statistics Office (NSO).

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism on December 5 unveiled a list of 31 friendly tourist destinations for 2025 as part of activities to mark its fifth 5th Tourism Week in 2025.

VOV.VN - Located in Dong Thinh commune, Ninh Binh province, Binh A Pagoda is known for housing Vietnam’s largest natural jade green statue of Amitābha Buddha, making it a striking cultural and religious attraction for both locals and visitors.

VOV.VN - US travel website AFAR has listed Da Nang city among its 26 places to go in 2026, making it the only Vietnamese destination to appear on the ranking.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism opened the country’s annual Green Tourism Forum in Lam Dong province on December 5, calling for stronger action to develop sustainable and responsible travel amid growing climate risks.

The Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2025 and the Shopping Seasons: Binh Duong Mega Sale programme opened on December 3 at the World Trade Centre in Binh Duong ward.

VOV.VN - The Malta-flagged cruise ship Celebrity Solstice docked at Thi Vai General Port (Phu My Ward, Ho Chi Minh City), carrying 2,500 passengers for a multi-destination tour across Vietnam.

The new-age carrier Vietjet on December 3 resumed services connecting Vietnam’s two major cities - Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with the Con Dao Special Zone.