Ho Chi Minh City attractions see 20% surge in visitors during Tet

Ho Chi Minh City attractions see 20% surge in visitors during Tet

VOV.VN - Major entertainment venues in Ho Chi Minh City were filled with families and tourists enjoying the festive atmosphere on February 21, the fifth day of the Lunar New Year (Tet), with some destinations reporting a significant rise in visitor numbers compared to last year.

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes 2,000 cruise tourists
Ho Chi Minh City welcomes 2,000 cruise tourists

Italian cruise ship Costa Deliziosa docked at SP-PSA Port in Ho Chi Minh City on February 22, bringing 1,959 international tourists and 892 crew members on a visit at the start of the Lunar New Year.

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes 2,000 cruise tourists
Da Nang gains appeal among French retirees
Da Nang gains appeal among French retirees

The French lifestyle magazine Grazia on February 20 ran an article portraying Vietnam’s central Da Nang city as an emerging for French retirees, citing its affordable cost of living and favourable seaside environment.

Da Nang gains appeal among French retirees
Hanoi welcomes over 900,000 visitors during Tet, revenue up 19.5%
Hanoi welcomes over 900,000 visitors during Tet, revenue up 19.5%

VOV.VN - Hanoi’s tourism industry recorded robust growth during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, welcoming an estimated 900,900 visitors over the eight-day break from February 12 to 19.

Hanoi welcomes over 900,000 visitors during Tet, revenue up 19.5%
Spring glows in Hoa Lu Old Town - Vietnam’s former imperial capital
Spring glows in Hoa Lu Old Town - Vietnam’s former imperial capital

VOV.VN - Beneath shimmering lanterns and vibrant spring colors, Hoa Lu Old Town in northern Vietnam welcomed thousands of visitors during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, as its signature cuisine, traditional folk games and nightly street performances brought the former imperial capital vividly back to life.

Spring glows in Hoa Lu Old Town - Vietnam’s former imperial capital
Tan Son Nhat Airport handles nearly 170,000 passengers on fifth day of Tet
Tan Son Nhat Airport handles nearly 170,000 passengers on fifth day of Tet

VOV.VN - Tan Son Nhat International Airport is expected to reach one of its busiest days of the Lunar New Year (Tet) travel season on February 21, the fifth day of Tet, with nearly 170,000 passengers traveling through the airport.

Tan Son Nhat Airport handles nearly 170,000 passengers on fifth day of Tet
Golden Bridge - fourth on Time Out’s list of the World’s Most Beautiful Bridges
Golden Bridge - fourth on Time Out’s list of the World’s Most Beautiful Bridges

VOV.VN - The iconic Golden Bridge in Da Nang city, Vietnam, has been ranked among the 19 most beautiful bridges in the world by the British travel magazine Time Out, placing it ahead of some of the world’s most timeless and iconic structures.

Golden Bridge - fourth on Time Out’s list of the World’s Most Beautiful Bridges
Tan Son Nhat airport sets record on fourth day of Lunar New Year
Tan Son Nhat airport sets record on fourth day of Lunar New Year

The Tan Son Nhat International Airport is expected to handle more than 170,000 passengers on February 20 (the fourth day of the Lunar New Year), including nearly 100,000 arrivals to Ho Chi Minh City – the highest daily figure recorded to date.

Tan Son Nhat airport sets record on fourth day of Lunar New Year
Tet 2026: Travelers opt for affordable recharge, closer-to-home experiences
Tet 2026: Travelers opt for affordable recharge, closer-to-home experiences

Although less frenetic than the prior year, travel during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday continues to dominate preferences among Vietnamese consumers, serving as a key means of mental recharge after a year of busy work and routine.

Tet 2026: Travelers opt for affordable recharge, closer-to-home experiences
Bac Hoa village – A rustic beauty in the Northern Highlands
Bac Hoa village – A rustic beauty in the Northern Highlands

VOV.VN - Nestled in Tan Son commune, Bac Ninh province, Bac Hoa village is home to the Nung ethnic community, where centuries-old rammed-earth houses with yin–yang tiled roofs preserve a distinctive cultural landscape.

Bac Hoa village – A rustic beauty in the Northern Highlands
Foreign visitors embrace Lunar New Year traditions at Hue Imperial Citadel
Foreign visitors embrace Lunar New Year traditions at Hue Imperial Citadel

VOV.VN - As Vietnam welcomes the Lunar New Year, thousands of domestic and international visitors flock to the Imperial Citadel of Hue to experience traditional spring rituals, royal performances and the vibrant cultural atmosphere marking the country’s most important holiday.

Foreign visitors embrace Lunar New Year traditions at Hue Imperial Citadel
Tourism industry shifts to quality-led growth for sustainable expansion
Tourism industry shifts to quality-led growth for sustainable expansion

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s tourism industry enters 2026 with a renewed focus on quality-driven growth after a historic recovery in 2025, as policymakers and sector leaders urge a shift from sheer visitor numbers toward enhanced experiences, sustainable development and repeat visits.

Tourism industry shifts to quality-led growth for sustainable expansion
Southern region in spring: pilgrimage, leisure, festive spirit
Southern region in spring: pilgrimage, leisure, festive spirit

Right after the Lunar New Year, a wide range of festivals will take place across the Southeast and Southwest regions, catering to early-year spiritual demands while offering cultural and tourism experiences.

Southern region in spring: pilgrimage, leisure, festive spirit
Da Nang bustles with international arrivals at start of Lunar New Year
Da Nang bustles with international arrivals at start of Lunar New Year

Da Nang city on February 17 (the first day of the Lunar New Year) launched several programmes to welcome the new year.

Da Nang bustles with international arrivals at start of Lunar New Year
Over 2,300 foreign visitors arrive in Quang Ninh on Lunar New Year’s Day
Over 2,300 foreign visitors arrive in Quang Ninh on Lunar New Year’s Day

VOV.VN - More than 2,300 international visitors arrived at Ha Long International Cruise Port, on February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year of the Horse, becoming the first overseas guests to open the season for tourism in Quang Ninh province in the lunar year.

Over 2,300 foreign visitors arrive in Quang Ninh on Lunar New Year’s Day
Ho Chi Minh City named among Asia’s top three food destinations
Ho Chi Minh City named among Asia’s top three food destinations

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City has been listed among Asia’s top three food destinations in a recent article by Sophie Steiner, a food, travel and lifestyle photographer and writer, published in the US-based Business Insider.

Ho Chi Minh City named among Asia’s top three food destinations
Another Israeli airline announces direct service to Hanoi
Another Israeli airline announces direct service to Hanoi

Israel’s national carrier El Al Israel Airlines has announced plans to launch a direct route to Hanoi capital of Vietnam as part of a broader expansion of its global network.

Another Israeli airline announces direct service to Hanoi
Vietnam's tourism sector makes strong impression at HOLIDAY & SPA EXPO 2026
Vietnam's tourism sector makes strong impression at HOLIDAY & SPA EXPO 2026

Vietnam promoted its tourism strengths at the HOLIDAY & SPA EXPO 2026, one of the largest annual travel fairs in Bulgaria and the Balkan region, in a bid to expand its presence in Southeast Europe.

Vietnam's tourism sector makes strong impression at HOLIDAY & SPA EXPO 2026
French luxury liner docks in Quy Nhon for Cham cultural immersion
French luxury liner docks in Quy Nhon for Cham cultural immersion

Luxury cruise ship Le Jacques Cartier, operated by French expedition line Compagnie du Ponant, docked at Quy Nhon Port on February 15, bringing 120 foreign passengers to central Vietnam's emerging tourism destinations.

French luxury liner docks in Quy Nhon for Cham cultural immersion
Phu Quoc to welcome record-breaking int'l flights ahead of Lunar New Year
Phu Quoc to welcome record-breaking int'l flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Phu Quoc International Airport recorded 50 international flights on February 14, marking the highest daily figure since the airport commenced operations in 2012, welcoming more than 30,600 passengers and signaling a vibrant Lunar New Year peak season for the island.

Phu Quoc to welcome record-breaking int'l flights ahead of Lunar New Year
Homestay tourism in Vietnam wins over international travelers
Homestay tourism in Vietnam wins over international travelers

VOV.VN - International travelers are increasingly choosing homestays in Vietnam for authentic cultural experiences, local hospitality and high value at affordable cost.

Homestay tourism in Vietnam wins over international travelers
Unique Tet experiences across Vietnam
Unique Tet experiences across Vietnam

VOV.VN - For travelers seeking a more personal journey, the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday offers an opportunity to connect deeply with local culture, from southern pilgrimages to ancient stone villages in the northern mountains.

Unique Tet experiences across Vietnam
Noi Bai handles over 116,000 passengers on pre-Tet peak day
Noi Bai handles over 116,000 passengers on pre-Tet peak day

February 14 or the 27th day of the last lunar month was recorded as the busiest day of the pre–Lunar New Year (Tet) period at Noi Bai International Airport.

Noi Bai handles over 116,000 passengers on pre-Tet peak day
Top travel destinations for Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026
Top travel destinations for Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026

VOV.VN -The Lunar New Year or Tet, the most important holiday of the year for Vietnamese people, features a wide range of cultural activities and traditional festivals, alongside a sharp rise in travel demand. The Tet 2026 travel market is expected to see strong growth in both domestic and international tours, with new trends and a wider choice of destinations and experiences.

Top travel destinations for Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026
Lively Tet tourism season unfolds across Lao Cai
Lively Tet tourism season unfolds across Lao Cai

Key tourist destinations in Lao Cai province are rolling out new products and fast-tracking preparations to welcome a surge of visitors during the extended Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday 2026.

Lively Tet tourism season unfolds across Lao Cai
China ranks second among Vietnamese Lunar New Year travel destinations
China ranks second among Vietnamese Lunar New Year travel destinations

VOV.VN - Vietnamese travellers are increasingly opting for longer, higher-end overseas trips during the extended Lunar New Year holiday, with China ranking among the most popular destinations, according to data from Trip.com.

China ranks second among Vietnamese Lunar New Year travel destinations
Tan Son Nhat Airport handles record 164,000 passengers on February 13
Tan Son Nhat Airport handles record 164,000 passengers on February 13

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City is expected to serve 164,433 passengers on February 13 (the 26th day of the last lunar month), marking the highest daily volume ever recorded at the airport.

Tan Son Nhat Airport handles record 164,000 passengers on February 13
2,500 cruise passengers arrive in Khanh Hoa ahead of Lunar New Year
2,500 cruise passengers arrive in Khanh Hoa ahead of Lunar New Year

VOV.VN - The Cyprus-flagged cruise ship Diamond Princess on February 13 called at Cam Ranh International Port, marking the 12th cruise arrival to southcentral Khanh Hoa province since the start of 2026.

2,500 cruise passengers arrive in Khanh Hoa ahead of Lunar New Year
Tourism businesses roll out major deals at Spring Fair 2026
Tourism businesses roll out major deals at Spring Fair 2026

VOV.VN - The Spring Fair 2026, the largest of its kind in Vietnam held from February 2-13, has brought together provinces, travel agencies, hotels, resorts and transportation companies from across the country, offering visitors comprehensive travel information and attractive promotions for their upcoming trips.

Tourism businesses roll out major deals at Spring Fair 2026
Indian billionaires choose Quang Ninh for multi-million-dollar weddings
Indian billionaires choose Quang Ninh for multi-million-dollar weddings

VOV.VN - A series of lavish, multi-million-dollar weddings hosted by Indian billionaire families in Vietnam’s northern coastal province of Quang Ninh is spotlighting the locality’s growing appeal as a premier destination wedding hub in Asia.

Indian billionaires choose Quang Ninh for multi-million-dollar weddings
Lien Khuong International Airport to close from March to August 2026 for repairs
Lien Khuong International Airport to close from March to August 2026 for repairs

Lien Khuong International Airport in Duc Trong commune in the central province of Lam Dong will be temporarily closed from March 4 to August 25, 2026, to facilitate runway and taxiway repair works.

Lien Khuong International Airport to close from March to August 2026 for repairs
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