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Merging Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, Dak Nong could create a tourism paradise

The proposal to merge Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Dak Nong provinces into a single administrative unit, tentatively named Lam Dong, has sparked widespread public interest.

Tourists shocked by ‘rivers of trash’ as Vietnam races to green its tourism

From plastic in Ha Long Bay to green gaps nationwide, experts urge immediate reform in Vietnam’s tourism model.

Wanderlust magazine spotlights Vietnam’s top adventure travel spots

A new feature from Wanderlust places Vietnam front and center for nature lovers and thrill-chasers.

Village likened to ‘mini Singapore’, attracts tourists due to special policy

Perched precariously on a mountain range over 1,000 meters high and requiring a 5-6 hour trek through the forest to reach, Aur village in Quang Nam is a popular destination, thanks to its "communal feeding of guests" tradition.

Three remarkable Hai Phong temples attracting spiritual tourists

From Vietnam’s largest bronze Buddha to a hidden cave shrine, Hai Phong’s temples are must-visits.

Three unusual Hai Phong dishes that scare at first, delight later

From stir-fried mollusks to boiled rats, Hai Phong’s culinary oddities leave a lasting impression on adventurous food lovers.

Bun cha listed among Asia’s best meat dishes by Taste Atlas

Vietnamese favorites like bun cha and bo nhung giam earn global praise in Taste Atlas rankings.

Bond’s music video ‘Victory’ casts Ha Long Bay in a dazzling new light

The world-renowned wonder of Ha Long Bay has never looked more mesmerizing than in Victory, the new music video by the internationally acclaimed string quartet Bond.

Uoc Le village preserves 500-year-old pork roll-making tradition

Artisans of Uoc Le still use age-old techniques to make world-renowned pork rolls.

Ha Long Int’l Cruise Port: Where global travelers meet VN’s natural masterpiece

Instead of flying to Vietnam and then traveling to Ha Long Bay by various means, there's now a more unique and romantic way to reach this UNESCO World Natural Heritage site - via the Ha Long International Cruise Port.

Hanoi to celebrate craftsmanship and culture at 2025 Tourism Gift Festival

From Bat Trang ceramics to Phu Yen seafood, the three-day festival promotes Hanoi as a must-visit destination.

Sin Suoi Ho: Where no gates, no guards, and no greed welcome the world

A remote Hmong village offers a rare blend of beauty, hospitality, and trust that keeps travelers coming back.

Japanese guest praises Hanoi’s ‘underground’ market, says it's worth a visit

Located in the basement of a building, Hang Da Market in Hoan Kiem District in Hanoi is affectionately dubbed the "underground market" by locals and visitors alike.

Ha Long Bay cruise faces backlash over misleading buffet experience

A group of 14 tourists received a full refund from TALIYA CRUISE after lodging complaints over poor service on Ha Long Bay.

China tops list as Vietnam sees record-breaking 6 million foreign visitors in Q1

Vietnam welcomed over 6 million international tourists in the first quarter—the highest number ever recorded. Photo: Hoang Ha

Da Nang couple spends VND30 million to turn truck into mobile home

Several months ago, Luc and his wife decided to convert a small truck into a mobile home to use to explore. The conversion costs totalled VND30 million.

TikToker fined for insulting heritage site in Bac Lieu

Vietnamese authorities penalize user for content deemed disrespectful to historical site.

Nam Dinh baker sells 10,000 traditional cakes a day - each for just 20 cents

Xiu pao, a Chinese-inspired pastry with a Vietnamese twist, has become a signature street food of Nam Dinh - and one baker is leading the charge.

Royal flavors return in Phu Tho’s 2025 Hung Kings Festival

With legendary chickens and heritage rice cakes, Phu Tho reclaims its place as a center of Vietnamese culinary folklore.

Thai billionaire Madam Pang loves Hanoi pho: ‘I want to bring it back with me’

The Thai football president enjoyed a bowl of pho at Noi Bai Airport, charming fans with her reaction and a few Vietnamese words.