Authorities warn visitors against unauthorized rope-swinging at Otuksa Waterfall in Vietnam's An Giang

Authorities warn visitors against unauthorized rope-swinging at Otuksa Waterfall in Vietnam's An Giang

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Local authorities in An Giang Province, Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, have warned visitors against attempting a dangerous rope-swinging activity at Otuksa Waterfall on Cam Mountain after a group of people were filmed tying ropes and swinging down the steep waterfall, an unauthorized activity that poses safety risks.

Heritage train service between Hanoi and Vietnam's renowned tea land officially launched

Heritage train service between Hanoi and Vietnam's renowned tea land officially launched

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A new heritage train connecting Hanoi and Thai Nguyen Province officially began regular weekend operations on Saturday, offering travelers a cultural journey into northern Vietnam's famous tea-growing region, with package tours starting at just VND790,000 (US$30.75).

Vietnam's Quang Ninh welcomes 5 millionth foreign visitor, 1 mln to go to reach target

Vietnam's Quang Ninh welcomes 5 millionth foreign visitor, 1 mln to go to reach target

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Quang Ninh City, northern Vietnam, welcomed its 5 millionth international visitor of 2026 at Ha Long International Cruise Port on Saturday morning, marking a milestone in the northern province’s tourism growth.

Ho Chi Minh City seeks to turn concerts into tourism products to keep visitors longer

Ho Chi Minh City seeks to turn concerts into tourism products to keep visitors longer

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Ho Chi Minh City aims to turn the appeal of concerts and festivals into tourism products by linking live performances with sightseeing, food, shopping and entertainment to extend visitors' stays and increase their spending.

Visitors flock to Da Nang for beach meditation, sunrise breathing sessions

Visitors flock to Da Nang for beach meditation, sunrise breathing sessions

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Da Nang City, central Vietnam is seeking to expand its wellness tourism offerings, combining relaxation, health and lifestyle experiences, ranging from sunrise breathing exercises on My Khe Beach to floating meditation and other wellness practices.

Hanoi launches HanoiGo tourism platform with AI-powered itinerary planning

Hanoi launches HanoiGo tourism platform with AI-powered itinerary planning

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Hanoi has launched HanoiGo, a digital tourism platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help visitors plan personalized sightseeing itineraries, explore destinations and access tourism services, according to the Hanoi Department of Science and Technology.

Tourists could be charged for overnight stays at Vietnam’s Dong Van Karst Plateau

Tourists could be charged for overnight stays at Vietnam’s Dong Van Karst Plateau

Travel 19:37 13/11/2026

Authorities in northern Vietnam’s Tuyen Quang Province are considering charging tourists VND30,000 (US$1.16) per person per night for overnight stays at the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark to fund conservation and sustainable tourism.

Free museums, cultural festivals: What to explore in Vietnam's Da Nang this November

Free museums, cultural festivals: What to explore in Vietnam's Da Nang this November

Travel 17:44 13/11/2026

Da Nang is giving tourists more reasons to explore beyond its beaches, with free museum admission on November 24 and a lineup of folk performances, craft demonstrations, and heritage exhibitions.

Large yachts flock to Phu Quoc’s new port amid tourism boom

Large yachts flock to Phu Quoc’s new port amid tourism boom

Travel 16:42 12/11/2026

Large yachts have begun operating from the newly opened An Thoi Port on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island, offering island-hopping tours as demand from international visitors grows.

Vietnam’s Trang An makes latest list of 100 global geological heritage sites

Vietnam’s Trang An makes latest list of 100 global geological heritage sites

Travel 16:40 12/11/2026

Trang An Tropical Karst in Ninh Binh Province, northern Vietnam has been included in the International Union of Geological Sciences’ third group of 100 geological heritage sites worldwide, recognizing its outstanding tropical karst landscape and geological significance.

Beyond summer beaches: How Vietnam's northern coastal hub plans to link UNESCO sites and rivers for year-round travel

Beyond summer beaches: How Vietnam's northern coastal hub plans to link UNESCO sites and rivers for year-round travel

Travel 19:52 11/11/2026

By pairing high-speed waterways with ancient heritage and island ecosystems, Hai Phong, a port city in northern Vietnam, is shedding its single-season resort image to position itself as a four-season destination anchored by a "symphony of rivers and islands."

Vietnam’s Phu Quoc tightens rental vehicle checks after accidents involving foreign tourists

Vietnam’s Phu Quoc tightens rental vehicle checks after accidents involving foreign tourists

Travel 15:10 11/11/2026

Authorities on Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island are tightening controls on self-drive vehicle rentals after four traffic accidents involving foreign nationals driving rented vehicles were recorded since the beginning of 2026, including three cases linked to unlicensed drivers.

Vietnam gains ground on Thailand in race for international tourists

Vietnam gains ground on Thailand in race for international tourists

Travel 10:52 11/11/2026

Vietnam is closing in on Thailand in international tourist arrivals, with the gap between the two countries narrowing to 5.9 million visitors in the first 10 months of 2026.

Heavy rain disrupts 17 flights in central Vietnam

Heavy rain disrupts 17 flights in central Vietnam

Travel 10:40 11/11/2026

Heavy rain and poor visibility disrupted 17 flights at two airports in central Vietnam on Monday, forcing some aircraft to circle while awaiting clearance to land and others to abort their initial landing attempts.

Running data reveals hidden trail on Lang Biang peak in Vietnam’s Central Highlands

Running data reveals hidden trail on Lang Biang peak in Vietnam’s Central Highlands

Travel 18:00 10/11/2026

A new trekking route through the Lang Biang Biosphere Reserve has been discovered by Da Lat enthusiasts using route data from Lamdong Trail 2026, an official race organized by the Lam Dong Provincial People’s Committee. The trail offers hikers a chance to explore the reserve during its most scenic seasons.

Da Nang advises visitors to postpone Son Tra Peninsula treks amid heavy rain forecast

Da Nang advises visitors to postpone Son Tra Peninsula treks amid heavy rain forecast

Travel 13:43 10/11/2026

Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, have advised residents and tourists to postpone sightseeing, trekking and hiking on Son Tra Peninsula as the area is forecast to experience moderate to heavy rain, with some periods of very heavy rain and thunderstorms through November 11.

Int’l visitors captivated by Vietnamese nipa palm destination, one of world’s most beautiful villages

Int’l visitors captivated by Vietnamese nipa palm destination, one of world’s most beautiful villages

Travel 18:24 09/11/2026

Nestled in the heart of Hoi An in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, Cam Thanh Nipa Palm Forest has become a social media sensation, with its unique blend of natural beauty and local culture enchanting visitors from both the country and abroad.

Vietnam’s Da Nang market vendors face suspension for excessive price markups

Vietnam’s Da Nang market vendors face suspension for excessive price markups

Travel 14:23 09/11/2026

Vendors at Con Market, a popular tourist attraction in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, face suspensions of up to 15 days or termination of their trading contracts if they quote prices 15 percent or more above agreed selling prices or aggressively solicit customers.

Vietnam mulls special visa policies to attract more international tourists

Vietnam mulls special visa policies to attract more international tourists

Travel 16:13 08/11/2026

Vietnam is considering a package of special visa policies aimed at making entry, exit and residence procedures more flexible and convenient for international visitors, as part of broader efforts to boost the country's tourism competitiveness and attract higher-spending travelers.

Nha Trang bans beach soccer after stray balls hit tourists

Nha Trang bans beach soccer after stray balls hit tourists

Travel 10:17 08/11/2026

Authorities in Nha Trang, a popular beach destination in south-central Vietnam, have banned soccer along Tran Phu Beach and its adjoining parks, citing safety concerns after stray balls repeatedly struck tourists.

Saigontourist seeks to expand Japan ties as Japanese arrivals to Ho Chi Minh City rise

Saigontourist seeks to expand Japan ties as Japanese arrivals to Ho Chi Minh City rise

Travel 22:38 07/11/2026

Vietnam’s leading tourism corporation Saigontourist Group is stepping up tourism promotion and partnership-building efforts in Japan's Aichi Prefecture as Japanese visitor numbers to Ho Chi Minh City continue to grow, with the company targeting stronger two-way travel between Vietnam and Japan.