VOV.VN - Panama-flagged mega cruise ship Adora Magic City carrying nearly 4,500 passengers and crew docked at Ha Long International Cruise Port on August 19, marking the return of large-scale cruise vessels to Ha Long after a prolonged hiatus.

VOV.VN - AI, robots and other digital solutions are moving beyond technology showcases into real-world hospitality and tourism operations in Vietnam, promising to improve productivity, streamline services and create more personalised experiences for travelers.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO), a member of Vietnam Airlines Group, on August 19 launched daily flights between Can Tho and Da Lat, providing a new air link between the Mekong Delta and the Central Highlands.

VOV.VN - A 60-member delegation of Myanmar travel companies has surveyed tourism routes and products in Da Nang, seeking opportunities to expand travel cooperation and attract more Myanmar visitors to the central Vietnamese city.

VOV.VN - Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo welcomed Vietjet’s inaugural flight from Ho Chi Minh City on August 19, marking the launch of a new direct route between Vietnam and Sri Lanka and opening new opportunities for tourism, trade, and people-to-people exchanges.

VOV.VN - Lien Khuong International Airport in Lam Dong Province officially reopened and welcomed its first flights on August 19, following a nearly six-month shutdown for runway and taxiway overhauls.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has surpassed global culinary heavyweights including Italy, Japan, Thailand, and France to secure the top spot for best foodie destination in the 2026 NZ Herald Travel Readers’ Choice Awards.

Vietjet will launch new routes linking Vietnam with the Philippines, Thailand and Japan later this year, as it expands its international network and promotes travel demand with discounted fares.

VOV.VN - Hue is rolling out a series of cultural and tourism activities and offering free admission at major heritage sites to attract visitors during the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - Airfares on several major domestic routes have fallen by VND100,000-200,000 per one-way ticket for the coming National Day holiday period after airlines added flights and seats, giving passengers more flexibility to adjust travel plans and manage costs.

VOV.VN - Vietnam National Railway Group (VNR) on August 17 launched the Hue – Phong Nha Heritage Train, a scenic journey celebrating some of the country's most remarkable cultural and natural treasures under the theme Journey of Wonders – World Heritage.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has three representatives on the Australian news website Nine.com.au’s newly released list of the 15 most beautiful destinations in Southeast Asia, with Ninh Binh, Ha Giang, and Hoi An earning spots for their striking natural landscapes and rich cultural appeal.

VOV.VN- Building on a strong recovery in Russian tourist arrivals, travel operators will expand flight connections between Russia and Vietnam for the 2026-2027 winter season, with Nha Trang and Phu Quoc serving as key destinations.

How to turn tourism potential into marketable products and connections forged at tourism forums into tours, tourism routes, air services and stable visitor flows were key issues discussed at the 2026 International Travel Forum, held in the south central province of Gia Lai on August 16.

VOV.VN - Quang Tri province in central Vietnam on August 16 welcomed the first flight from Cam Ranh International Airport in Khanh Hoa province to Dong Hoi Airport, officially establishing a direct air route between Cam Ranh and Dong Hoi.

VOV.VN - Around 150 international travel operators from key markets joined Vietnam Travel Day 2026, which opened in the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai on August 15.

VOV.VN - Da Lat, Hanoi, Da Nang and Nha Trang are among the top destinations for travelers looking to make the most of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2) holiday.

VOV.VN - Bãi Sao (Starfish) Beach on Phu Quoc Island, southern Vietnam, has been ranked 12th among the world’s 50 most beautiful beaches on a 2026 list compiled by global travel website Big 7 Travel.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomed more than 416,000 visitors from the Philippines in the first seven months of 2026, up 63.6% year on year, the fastest growth among Southeast Asian source markets.

VOV.VN - Nearly 150 content creators from various countries will visit Da Nang on August 21-22 to explore the city’s diverse tourism offerings and share their experiences with international audiences through digital platforms.

VOV.VN - A new Heritage Passport is linking three museums in Ho Chi Minh City into a single cultural journey, combining history, food and NFC technology to give visitors a more interactive way to explore the city.

In preparation for the National Day (September 2) holiday, Vietjet plans to add 82,000 seats, equivalent to 400 flights, across domestic and international routes.

Vietnam welcomed a record 690,000 Russian tourists last year and 742,000 in the first half of this year, cementing Russia as its third largest source market after China and the Republic of Korea.

VOV.VN - Villa Vie Odyssey, a Bahamas-flagged 5-star cruise ship, will become the first cruise vessel to make an overnight stay in Nha Trang Bay, Khanh Hoa province, during its four-day visit to the province.

Australia is emerging as one of Vietnam’s key tourism source markets, with visitor arrivals steadily increasing, staying longer, spending relatively more, and showing strong interest in local culture, cuisine, nature and authentic experiences.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese tourism businesses and communities are encouraged to enter the ASEAN Tourism Awards 2027, providing an opportunity to showcase their products and services and benchmark quality against regional standards.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines Group will add 60,000 seats during the September 2 National Day holiday, bringing total capacity to nearly 725,000 seats across its entire network to meet rising travel demand on this occasion.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Today, the country's national external information television channel, has officially joined Singtel TV and the CAST app in Singapore, expanding its reach to international audiences.

Vietnam had 4,652 enterprises licensed to provide international travel services as of July 15, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum will close to visitors from September 4 to November 2 as part of its 2026 periodic restoration programme, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Management Board has announced.