Lung Cu attracts visitors to Tuyen Quang as buckwheat flowers burst into bloom
With around 70 hectares of buckwheat flowers in bloom and tourism facilities undergoing improvements, Lung Cu is poised to become an appealing destination for the year-end travel season in 2026.
Lao Cai seeks breakthroughs with wellness tourism ecosystem
With its cool climate, mountain scenery and rich cultural and natural resources, the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai aims to turn its advantages into a high-quality tourism brand through smart resort services and health care experiences.
Phu Quoc named Asia’s best island in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc island has topped Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 list of the best islands in Asia. The ranking highlights Phu Quoc’s natural beauty, including its long white-sand beaches, clear waters and diverse ecosystems.
Phu Quoc sweeps prestigious Condé Nast global island rankings
The results from the US edition of Condé Nast revealed that Phu Quoc clinched the top spot in Asia with an impressive 95.26 points, outperforming Boracay, Palawan (the Philippines), Bali (Indonesia), and Phuket (Thailand).
Ha Long Bay - world wonder worth seeing at least once in lifetime: French journal
Routard.com noted that despite becoming a major tourist destination, the bay has retained its otherworldly beauty. To fully appreciate the scenery, visitors are advised to spend more time exploring and venture beyond the busiest tourist routes.
Coffee beneath an “upside-down” town: A surreal stop in Phu Quoc
With an entire town recreated on its ceiling, sweeping sunset views and a vantage point for watching fireworks after dark, Apollo Cafe in Phu Quoc offers more than a photogenic backdrop. Designed by Bill Bensley, the venue shows how a café can become an experience travellers deliberately build into their itinerary.
Travel guidebook names Sun Group's Phu Quoc resort among Asia's most worth-experiencing hotels
The global travel "bible" Lonely Planet recently announced its list of 13 Hotels in Asia That We Can’t Stop Recommending, gathering accommodations that left a profound impression on its editorial team after their journeys.
Phong Nha-Ke Bang wins two World Travel Awards 2026 honours
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park was named Asia's Leading National Park 2026 and Vietnam's Leading Nature Destination 2026. The awards reaffirm the destination's international appeal, underpinned by its distinctive karst landscapes, spectacular cave and underground river systems, and rich biodiversity.
Dong Thap parlays flood season into tourism opportunity
At the Tram Chim tourism site, part of Tram Chim National Park in Tram Chim commune, visitors can try fishing with nets and hooks, setting traps and dismantling brush piles to catch field rats from August to November, the peak flood season.
Phu Quoc experiencing a tourism boom from Asia to the West
Phu Quoc is entering a new growth cycle: it is not only being talked about more, but is increasingly becoming a choice for travellers from Asia to Europe looking for a seaside destination for their next holiday.
Vietnam ranks among Asia’s top three destinations for repeat visitors
According to digital travel platform Agoda, Vietnam remains among the top three destinations in the region with the highest rate. Da Nang also contributed significantly to this result, climbing two places from last year to rank sixth in Asia.
Hanoi builds four-season tourism appeal
Hanoi’s tourism events are increasingly designed to inspire exploration beyond individual festivals. At the Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival, for instance, visitors can make handicrafts with artisans, explore destinations through virtual reality and discover new tours and tourism stimulus programmes.
Tourist train linking Phong Nha and Hue heritage sites launched
The 190-km route runs between Hue, Dong Ha, My Trach, Dong Hoi and Tho Loc stations, giving travellers access to destinations including the Complex of Hue Monuments, Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong–Ben Hai historical site and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Asia's most beautiful village: Preserving traditional culture, building sustainable livelihoods
By linking tourism development with environmental protection and the preservation of traditional culture, Ta Van, following administrative restructuring, is emerging as a destination rich in cultural identity and natural resources.
Condé Nast Traveller names Phu Quoc among Top 10 Trending Islands worldwide for 2026
According to Expedia, search volume for Phu Quoc jumped by 25%. Among the featured islands, Vietnam's "Pearl Island" stands out as the premier destination for "affordable luxury" – offering high-end resort experiences at accessible price points.
Tuyen Quang turns cultural heritage into a driver of sustainable tourism
Lo Lo Chai village, beneath the Lung Cu Flag Tower, is a vivid example of how cultural preservation can support tourism development. Traditional rammed-earth houses, costumes, festivals, cuisine and the daily life of the Lo Lo ethnic community have become key elements of the village’s tourism appeal.
Vietnam gains popularity among Indian tourists
The combination of street food, coffee culture, nightlife and heritage sites is particularly attractive to younger Indian travelers. The relatively affordable prices of accommodation, transport and food compared with some other destinations in the region further strengthen Vietnam's appeal.
Reasons why Phu Quoc shines even during rainy season
Recently named by Expedia among the "10 Best Islands to Visit in 2026" for offering premium holidays at reasonable prices, Phu Quoc is far from being just a dry season destination. Even during the rainy months, Pearl Island offers enough experiences to fill every hour of the day, with short tropical showers rarely disrupting the journey.
From French pastries to world's famous fried chicken, Ba Na Hills takes visitors on a global culinary journey
As the second Maison Kayser bakery in Vietnam, opened through the exclusive partnership between Sun Group and Maison Kayser, Eric Kayser at Sun World Ba Na Hills is far more than simply another bakery. It is the missing piece that turns the dream of "a little corner of Paris in Da Nang" into reality.
Enjoy Danang Festival 2026 kicks off
The Enjoy Danang Festival 2026 features a rural market-themed culinary space at East Sea Park showcasing Quang region cuisine, a beachfront art route, a light kite night featuring around 500 illuminated kites, and a seaside light party combining visual arts, music and local cuisine.