VOV.VN -Hanoi welcomed 5.31 million foreign tourists during the seven-month period of 2026, a 25% increase year-on-year that pushed up total visitors to 21.16 million (up 15%), the Hanoi Department of Tourism reported on July 29.

VOV.VN - The launch of a new direct air service between Dong Hoi and Cam Ranh is expected to strengthen tourism connectivity between Quang Tri and Khanh Hoa provinces, creating new opportunities for interregional travel, cultural exchanges and higher-value visitor flows.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese arrivals to Japan hit another record in 2026, prompting the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) to promote destinations beyond the country’s traditional “Golden Route” to diversify travel experiences.

VOV.VN - Thai Airways will launch daily direct flights between Bangkok and Da Nang from Dec. 1, 2026, providing a new boost to tourism and air connectivity between Thailand and central Vietnam, according to the Da Nang Tourism Promotion Centre.

VOV.VN - Hanoi has been ranked second among the world’s top 20 cities for friendly customer service by UK-based comparison platform MoneySuperMarket, making it the sole representative from Southeast Asia on the global list.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has emerged as the fastest-growing destination in travel searches by Saudi Arabian tourists this summer, while continuing to attract strong interest from Korean travelers, highlighting the country’s growing appeal across both the Middle East and Northeast Asia.

VOV.VN - International passenger traffic continued to power Vietnam's aviation market in the first seven months of 2026, with authorities projecting strong growth for the remainder of the year as airlines expand overseas routes and airport infrastructure continues to improve.

VOV.VN - Direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo, scheduled to begin operating in August 2026, are expected to strengthen tourism, trade and cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Sri Lanka, making the South Asian state a more attractive destination for Vietnamese travelers.

VOV.VN - Da Nang has opened a new display space at its international airport and a five-star beachfront resort to showcase nearly 100 locally made products, including OCOP (One Commune One Product) specialties, as part of efforts to strengthen tourism-linked trade promotion.

VOV.VN - Situated on a pine-covered hill in Da Lat city, Lam Dong province, Central Highlands of Vietnam, Dinh III (Bao Dai King Palace) retains almost intact the historical traces of King Bao Dai (Vietnam's last emperor), Queen Nam Phuong, and the royal family from 1938 to 1954.

Da Nang is expanding its tourism portfolio with a new community-based tourism initiative centred on the Ky Anh Tunnels and the Dam River Reed Bed, combining wartime heritage, local culture and natural landscapes to promote sustainable tourism and heritage conservation.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has been named one of the world's top 10 destinations for Gen Z travelers by Travel + Leisure, highlighting its rich cuisine, vibrant culture, and diverse natural landscapes.

More than three decades after first arriving in Vietnam, British cave explorers continue to reveal new geological wonders hidden beneath the ancient forests of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

VOV.VN - More than 30 culinary artisans, chefs and food experts from across Vietnam gathered in Hue on July 25 to prepare and serve 300 bowls of Bún bò Huế (Bun bo Hue) simultaneously, setting a new Vietnam Record and highlighting one of the country's most celebrated traditional dishes.

VOV.VN - A new sunrise tour aboard traditional three-panel sailboats is set to launch on Ha Long Bay, featuring a dawn cruise followed by a double-decker bus sightseeing tour of the city's landmarks.

Lien Khuong International Airport in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong began calibration flights on July 23 to test its navigation aids and airfield lighting system following a major infrastructure upgrade, marking a key step toward its planned reopening on August 19.

VOV.VN - The central coastal city of Da Nang opened the Enjoy Da Nang Festival 2026 on July 23, kicking off four days of cultural, sporting and tourism activities designed to enrich visitor experiences and showcase the city's distinctive coastal identity.

VOV.VN - More than 50 representatives from Chinese airlines and travel companies have expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation with Vietnamese partners, citing growing demand for travel to Vietnam and opportunities to develop new air routes and tourism products.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City will step up the development of tourism products centred on performing arts, cultural heritage and festivals as part of efforts to encourage longer visitor stays, enhance the city's appeal and drive growth of the night-time economy.

VOV.VN - Vietnam ranked among China’s 10 largest international visitor markets in the first half of 2026 as the country’s relaxed visa policies continued to drive strong growth in inbound tourism.

Vietnam’s railway sector is gaining fresh momentum as a series of innovative services, including tourism, heritage and dedicated commuter trains, have attracted growing numbers of passengers and opened up new opportunities for the industry.

VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines signed agreements on July 20 and 21 to lease 19 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from three major global lessors at the Farnborough International Airshow.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island has been featured in the "Island Hot List 2026" released by Expedia, one of the world’s leading online travel platforms.

Vietnam's tourism industry is set to pivot from increasing visitor numbers to improving the quality of growth in the second half of 2026, with a stronger emphasis on culture, premium visitor experiences, and green, smart and innovative tourism to boost satisfaction and encourage repeat visits.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 most hospitable nations in recent years, Malaysia’s The Star newspaper reports.

Building an integrated and standardised database has become essential to developing a smart tourism ecosystem and supporting Vietnam's goal of making tourism a key economic sector, according to insiders.

VOV.VN - Chinese airlines and travel operators joined a business networking programme in the south- central coastal province of Khanh Hoa, on July 16 as part of the 2026 famtrip programme aimed at expanding tourism cooperation.

The Hanoi–HCM City air route ranked among the world’s four busiest domestic routes by passenger traffic in 2025, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on July 16.

VOV.VN - Khanh Hoa Province, on Vietnam's south-central coast, has launched a digital tourism platform to serve residents and visitors ahead of the opening of the Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026.

VOV.VN - Singapore continues to see Vietnam as one of its most promising tourism source markets, supported by rising travel demand, increasing visitor spending and expanding air connectivity between the two countries.