VOV.VN - Hanoi marked the arrival of its five-millionth international visitor of 2026 at a ceremony held at Noi Bai International Airport on July 7.

VOV.VN - Vietnam's 1,725-km North-South Railway, which passes through historic cities, beach towns and picturesque coastal landscapes, has been named one of the world's most scenic routes by US-based travel magazine Travel+Leisure.

The Phu Quoc Special Zone in the southern province of An Giang has reported a record surge in international visitors and tourism revenue in the first half of 2026, reinforcing its ambition to become a leading global destination as it prepares to host the 2027 APEC Leaders’ Week (APEC 2027).

VOV.VN - Sun Phu Quoc Airways will launch a new air service between Dong Hoi (Quang Tri province) and Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa province) on August 16 to improve tourism connectivity between Vietnam’s north-central and south-central regions while supporting broader regional travel and tourism development.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed nearly 12.3 million international visitors in the first half of 2026, up 14.9% year on year, reaching almost half of its full-year target of 25 million arrivals.

VOV.VN - UNESCO has added 14 new biosphere reserves to its World Network of Biosphere Reserves, including Vietnam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. The newly designated sites not only safeguard rich biodiversity but also promote sustainable development by balancing environmental conservation with human activities.

VOV.VN - World-renowned travel guide Lonely Planet has recommended a variety of activities for international visitors exploring Vietnam with children, from beach holidays to cultural experiences and outdoor adventures.

VOV.VN - Ten hotels in Vietnam have been featured on the top US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller’s latest list of the country’s best hotels, with Zannier Bai San Ho taking the top spot.

From a modest service sector in the early 1990s, Vietnam’s tourism industry has undergone a remarkable transformation.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed an estimated 12.2 million international visitors in the first six months of 2026, up 14.8% from a year earlier, putting the country on track to achieve its target of 25 million foreign arrivals this year, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines on July 2 launched a new direct service between Ho Chi Minh City and Phuket, strengthening air connectivity between Vietnam and Thailand as the two countries prepare to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations.

France’s online magazine Journal des Français à l'étranger has described the central coastal city of Da Nang as an increasingly attractive destination for the global digital nomad community, thanks to its affordable cost of living, improving infrastructure and high quality of life.

VOV.VN - Da Nang has unveiled a strategy to promote Vietnam’s image overseas for the 2026–2030 period with a vision to 2045, aiming to strengthen the city's international profile while contributing to the country's broader nation-branding and soft power ambitions.

VOV.VN - Visitors from Singapore can now make cashless payments across Vietnam by scanning VietQRGlobal QR codes with participating banking and e-wallet apps, following the launch of a new cross-border QR payment service on July 2.

VOV.VN - Images marking Ho Chi Minh City’s 50-year milestone were displayed on large electronic screens in central Seoul from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time on July 1 and 2 to mark the 50th anniversary of Sai Gon-Gia Dinh officially being renamed Ho Chi Minh City (July 2, 1976 - July 2, 2026).

French women's magazine Biba Magazine has named Vietnam one of the most appealing destinations for French travellers, praising the country's diverse, refined and healthy cuisine as one of its greatest attractions.

VOV.VN - Adventure tours at Cat Tien National Park have attracted nearly 100 visitors in their first two months of operation, with tours booked through the end of the year while creating direct jobs for 15 members of the local Chau Ma community.

VOV.VN -The VITA Awards 2026 ceremony will take place in Ninh Binh province in northern Vietnam on July 9,with 106 awards across nine categories set to honour outstanding localities, businesses and tourism development models, contributing to digital transformation, green tourism and stronger competitiveness in Vietnam.

VOV.VN - The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Justice Ministry said on July 1 it will extend a waiver of visa application fees for group tourists from six countries, including Vietnam, through December 31 to support the recovery of inbound tourism, according to the Korea Herald.

VOV.VN - More than a place of Buddhist pilgrimage, Linh Phuoc Pagoda in Da Lat, central Vietnam, is an extraordinary architectural landmark where millions of broken ceramic and porcelain pieces have been transformed into intricate works of art.

As global tourism shifts away from traditional package holidays towards personalised, culturally immersive experiences, Free Independent Travellers (FIT) are emerging as one of the industry's fastest-growing and most valuable market segments, presenting fresh opportunities for Vietnam's tourism sector.

VOV.VN - A large-scale film project aimed at promoting Vietnam’s national image globally has been launched, with ambitions to serve as a “cultural ambassador” across international platforms, contributing to the country’s brand identity, tourism appeal and investment attraction.

VOV.VN - Khanh Hoa should build a tourism ecosystem centred on the night-time economy to capitalise on its coastal strengths and extend visitors' stays, tourism experts said at a workshop on June 30.

VOV.VN - National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has decided to bring forward the launch of its Ho Chi Minh City–Colombo service to August 16, less than two months after announcing a direct route to Sri Lanka as travel demand between the two countries continues to surge.

Vietnam is emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s hottest tourism destinations, with rapid growth in international arrivals underscoring its increasing appeal to key markets and its commitment to developing a high-quality, sustainable tourism industry, said the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), citing Fortune.

VOV.VN - The central city of Da Nang launched a broad array of tourism promotion activities in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on June 29 with a tourism promotion gala in Seoul, aimed at boosting tourism cooperation while strengthening cultural ties and friendship between Vietnam and the RoK.

VOV.VN - Australian news outlet 9News has described Vietnam as an ideal family holiday destination, with senior travel reporter Jemima Skelley saying the only challenge is deciding where to go.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City will officially introduce the DL06 non-subsidised open-top double-decker sightseeing bus route on July 4, connecting the city centre with the Binh Trung area.

VOV.VN - A video showing a group of foreign tourists trying construction work in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta is drawing widespread attention online, surpassing 4 million views on TikTok and sparking lively reactions.

Vietnam aims to have at least 70% of tourism establishments using digital platforms for management and business operations by 2030.