VOV.VN - US-based travel website Travel Off Path has named Hoi An Ancient Town, now part of the central coastal city of Da Nang, among its top four destinations in Asia to visit in 2026, ranking third on the list.

VOV.VN - St. Joseph’s Cathedral, one of Hanoi’s most iconic religious and architectural landmarks, has been beautifully decorated with festive lights, Christmas trees and nativity scenes ahead of Christmas 2025, creating a vibrant holiday atmosphere in the heart of the capital.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) outlined a clear roadmap for tourism development in the coming years at a tourism review conference in Hue City on December 20, aiming to position tourism as a truly leading economic sector.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Hue City co-hosted a conference on December 19 to review the National Tourism Year – Hue 2025, celebrating its achievements in promoting the city’s heritage and strengthening its national and international tourism profile.

VOV.VN - In early winter, Ban Viet Lake, an artificial lake in northern Cao Bang province, takes on a brilliant red cloak as surrounding sweetgum forests change colour, attracting visitors in search of tranquil beauty in the mountains.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s national tourism data platform, “Visit Vietnam,” is set to be officially launched on December 20, 2025, in Phu Quoc, southern An Giang province, marking the start of a unified, data-driven approach to tourism management long anticipated by the sector.

VOV.VN - The capital city of Hanoi has been named in the list of world's most affordable cities for tourists as compiled by renowned UK-based travel magazine Time Out.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has passed the 20 million international visitor mark in 2025, setting a tourism record and opening a new phase in which growth is increasingly tempered by sustainability concerns.

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 - A series of charter flights from Mongolia is expected to bring thousands of international tourists to Vietnam’s beach destinations of Phu Quoc and Nha Trang during the 2025–2026 winter tourism season, as travellers seek warmer climates.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines has officially launched a direct route between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen, marking Vietnam’s first nonstop air link to Northern Europe.

As soon as the Pantone Color Institute unveiled “Cloud Dancer” as the Color of the Year 2026, travel lovers quickly made the connection to Kem Beach – the iconic beach in Phu Quoc famed for its rare, velvety-white sand, soft and distinctive in texture.

VOV.VN - Cable News Network (CNN) has released its top 20 best soups in the world, including Vietnamese Phở Bò (Beef Phở).

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 - A charter flight from Bucharest, Romania, carrying tourists from several Eastern European countries, arrived in Phu Quoc on December 15, marking the start of a series of charter services linking the island with Eastern Europe, tourism officials said.

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 - 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.