Vietnam tourism shines in Global Readers’ Choice Awards

Vietnam has achieved top rankings in several categories of the prestigious global Readers’ Choice Awards, voted by readers of the international travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) under the...

From menacing to ‘cool’: How views on China have shifted in Vietnam

Dozens of young Vietnamese women lined up for hours last month to catch a glimpse of “cool” troops marching through Hanoi in a huge military parade. But it was not their own soldiers they were looking out for. It was the Chinese contingent. The...

Analysis-From menacing to ‘cool’: How views on China have shifted in Vietnam

Audio By Carbonatix By Phuong Nguyen and Francesco Guarascio HANOI (Reuters) -Dozens of young Vietnamese women lined up for hours last month to catch a glimpse of “cool” troops marching through Hanoi in a huge military parade. But it was not their...

2026 Lunar New Year holiday to span nine days

Vietnamese people will enjoy a nine-day holiday for the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet), from February 14 (the 27th day of the 12th lunar month) through February 22 (the 6th day of the 1st lunar month). The 2026 Lunar New Year holiday to span nine days....

Asia and Oceania’s travel elite honoured at World Travel Awards 2025 in Hong Kong

Asia and Oceania’s elite travel brands were in the spotlight at the World Travel Awards (WTA) in Hong Kong. The stars of the industry convened for the WTA Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2025 to find out who had won the most prestigious and highly...

Potique Hotel Nha Trang Honored for the First Time as "Vietnam's Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2025" at the World Travel Awards

NHA TRANG, Vietnam, Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 13 in Hong Kong, the World Travel Awards held a gala honoring the most outstanding travel and hospitality brands across Asia and Oceania for 2025. At the gala, Potique Hotel in Nha Trang...

Việt Nam’s tourism industry races to meet ambitious 2025 targets

With less than four months left in 2025, Việt Nam’s tourism industry is ramping up efforts to meet the ambitious goals set under Government Resolution 226, which aims to attract 25 million international visitors and 150 million domestic...

Phú Quốc forecasts record-breaking influx of Russian-CIS tourists in year-end months

HÀ NỘI — By the end of this year, a wave of direct and charter flights from major Russian cities and member countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) will head to Phú Quốc, signaling a surge in international arrivals to Việt Nam’s...

Green SM debuts in Surabaya, driving a cleaner and smarter way to travel

SURABAYA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 October 2025 - Residents and visitors in Indonesia's "City of Heroes" can now enjoy quieter, safer, and more affordable rides with the launch of Green SM, the country's first premium all-electric...

Global dancers converge in Hanoi for Ahlan International Dance Festival 2025

Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi is expected to be a vibrant meeting point for hundreds of international dancers and artists during the annual Ahlan International Dance Festival 2025, where art, tourism, and friendship will converge in a week filled with...

Ho Chi Minh City strengthens foothold on global tourism map

HCM City (VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism sector has undergone remarkable transformation during 2020–2025, driven by breakthrough ideas to enhance product quality, service standards, and destination branding. These efforts have brought the city...

How to travel smart and stretch your peso this holiday season

Filipinos are practical travelers, often planning trips months in advance to get the best deals and make the most of holidays and long weekends. Known for being “budgetarians,” many map out their itineraries and expenses early on, ensuring they...

Travel: Top 10 Destinations Indians Are Eyeing For 2026 — Hidden Assam Gems To Thai Escapes

There’s something about this time of year that sparks the urge to pack your bags, whether it’s the festive buzz, the promise of a long weekend, or the itch to explore something new before everyone else does. If you’ve already scrolled through...

Vietnam-Cambodia business forum 2025 held in HCM City

HCM City (VNA) – The Vietnam-Cambodia Business Forum 2025 was held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 11, aiming to foster business linkages and expand investment opportunities between enterprises of the two neighbouring countries. The event was...

Myanmar, Belarus discuss direct flights, visa-free travel, and tour packages

Myanmar and Belarus discussed launching direct flights between the two countries, visa exemption, and a Belarus-Bangkok-Hanoi-Yangon tour package during the second meeting of the Myanmar–Belarus Joint Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation,...

Green Incentives and Preferable Policies in Vietnam: An Overview for Investors

Vietnam has made a firm commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning its long-term development strategy with global climate goals. To meet this target, the government is rapidly expanding a suite of green incentives and...

Vietnam vets thankful for support of golf tourney

To the Editor: On October 6, the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1036 held its annual golf tournament at Bonifay Country Club. This year was our best year ever and we must say Thank You to those it made it possible. We had a tremendous turnout...

Yes, U.S. Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to These 9 Countries—Including a New One

There are many countries U.S. passport owners have the privilege of being able to visit without needing an advance visa, though this number has been decreasing in recent years. According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index, the U.S. currently has...

Vietnam on your mind? Here’s why November 2025 is the ideal time to fly with Vietjet

If you’ve been dreaming of exploring Vietnam, there’s no better time to plan your journey than this Diwali season. Vietjet is celebrating with a 10-day Super Sale, its major promotion of the year, giving Indian travellers the chance to experience...

Western Australia leaders value cooperation with Vietnam

Hanoi (VNA) – The leaders of Western Australia have expressed appreciation for and commitment to strengthening cooperation with Vietnam, highlighting shared opportunities in trade, education, tourism, and energy. From October 9–11, Vietnamese...