tourism

New Year tourism receipts top $40m in key cities

January 06, 2026 | 08:36

Major destinations opened 2026 on a strong note, with several cities each earning more than $40 million during the New Year holiday.

Vietnam Airlines launches direct Ho Chi Minh City to Copenhagen flights

January 01, 2026 | 14:54

The new route establishes a direct air link between Vietnam and Denmark for the first time.

Manila becomes a new check-in destination for Vietnamese youth

December 11, 2025 | 18:07

Not a strange name on Southeast Asia's tourism map, Manila – the capital city of the Philippines – has Vietnamese travellers hunting for plane tickets.

Vietnam welcomes record wave of international visitors

December 09, 2025 | 13:43

Vietnam’s tourism rebound is gaining pace, surpassing 2019 levels with strong gains from key long-haul markets.

Honda Mobilityland plans 600-hectare racing complex in Tay Ninh

November 19, 2025 | 09:00

Honda Mobilityland has proposed a 600-hectare international racing course in Tay Ninh, combining sports, tourism, and entertainment.

Vietnam.travel climbs to second place in Southeast Asia website rankings

November 12, 2025 | 18:01

Vietnam’s official tourism portal vietnam.travel has risen sharply in global rankings, reflecting growing international interest in the country.

HSBC projects Vietnam's GDP growth to reach 7.9 per cent in 2025

October 29, 2025 | 09:52

HSBC has raised its yearly GDP growth forecast for Vietnam to 7.9 per cent for 2025 (from 6.6 per cent), and 6.7 per cent for 2026 (from 5.8 per cent).

UOB Vietnam promotes ecotourism in Quang Tri's 'Kingdom of Caves'

October 21, 2025 | 16:14

UOB Vietnam, in partnership with Oxalis Adventure and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, is planning to promote the legendary “Kingdom of Caves”.

Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2025 earns prestigious World Athletics Label

October 14, 2025 | 19:02

The Halong Bay Heritage Marathon has been awarded the World Athletics Label Road Race (World Label) by World Athletics.

Vietnam boasts potential to develop medical tourism

October 09, 2025 | 12:19

With reasonable costs, advanced equipment and doctors, and a patient-centred care model, Vietnam has great potential to become a medical tourism destination.

Art and culture take lead in promoting Vietnam’S tourism

October 07, 2025 | 11:52

As Vietnam looks to diversify its tourism offerings, cultural and artistic initiatives have emerged this year as vital tools to shape destination branding and connect with international audiences.

Hong Kong seeks to attract more Vietnamese tourists

September 25, 2025 | 09:59

The Hong Kong Tourism Board hosted a media and trade luncheon in Hanoi, sharing updates and plans to promote Hong Kong as a top travel destination

Eased visas expected to stimulate tourism

September 04, 2025 | 11:09

The new visa exemption policy for tourists from 12 European countries is expected to contribute to the goal of welcoming 22 million international visitors by the end of 2025