Amid a rapidly evolving tourism landscape, Nghệ An is preparing a strategic, potentially breakthrough move: the organisation of the 2026 Cửa Lò Tourism Festival under the theme “The Sea Calls in All Seasons”.
Instead of letting the pace of life slow down when the sun sets, Việt Nam's premier destinations are turning the night into "golden hours" of emotion and experience. Through a methodical investment strategy in fireworks, multimedia performances, and world-class entertainment, Việt Nam is not only revitaliaing the concept of the nighttime economy but also emerging as a global tourist hotspot.
Hội An has been named among “The 51 most beautiful places in the world” by British magazine Time Out, while Đà Nẵng International Airport has, for the third consecutive year, secured a place in the world’s Top 100 airports by Skytrax.
Việt Nam has been widely recognised for its remarkable progress in improving the well-being and happiness of its people, UNESCO Representative to Việt Nam Jonathan Baker said in an interview to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion.
In its latest list, the US-based magazine noted that while cities like Hà Nội and Hồ Chí Minh City attract millions of visitors each year, Việt Nam's true allure lies in its diverse natural landscapes and immersive travel experiences. The country, it said, is “a haven for outdoor enthusiasts” and anyone drawn to scenic beauty.
The 9th Việt Nam Cultural Festival in Osaka, Japan, will honour the nation’s ancestral roots through the solemn re‑enactment of the Hùng Kings Commemoration ceremony. Blending ritual, art, cuisine and cultural exchange, the event highlights the unity of overseas Vietnamese and deepens the friendship between Việt Nam and Japan.
HCM City has kicked off its annual programme to promote traditional performing arts in schools.
A wreath-laying ceremony in commemoration on the 29th anniversary of the passing of the distinguished Polish architect and conservator, Kazimierz Kwiatkowski – famously known in Việt Nam as Kazik, was held at the Kazik Park in the ancient town.
The Phú Quốc Express Joint Stock Company plans to resume operations on a sea route between the mainland Sa Kỳ Port and the Lý Sơn islands off the coast of the central province of Quảng Ngãi, to serve the increasing demands of tourism in the summer high season.
The Central Steering Committee on the Development of Vietnamese Culture has convened its first session, setting out a comprehensive agenda to implement Resolution No. 80. With a focus on removing institutional barriers, strengthening cultural infrastructure, and mobilising resources nationwide, the Committee aims to drive Việt Nam’s cultural development in 2026 and beyond.
Musicians from the Daegu International Symphony Orchestra will join Vietnamese artists in the Vietnam – Korea Musical Exchange Concert on March 21 in Lâm Đồng Province’s Xuân Hương – Đà Lạt Ward.
To truly attract Malaysian visitors, tourism services in the Mekong Delta must pay close attention to cuisine. Malaysian tourists, particularly Muslims, are highly concerned about the availability of Halal food. This is considered a “key” for Mekong Delta provinces to effectively welcome Muslim travellers.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyễn Thi Thật Peel, President of the France–Việt Nam Cultural Association, said the exhibition offers the French public an opportunity to explore Việt Nam through photography while strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two countries. It also opens up prospects for expanding cultural exchanges, educational cooperation and local partnerships in the co
At the fair, Việt Nam's pavilion drew strong interest from travel businesses, experts, and European visitors. According to organisers, Việt Nam, along with Japan and Thailand, was among the Asian countries most searched for by French tourists, reflecting growing European attention to Southeast Asia and Việt Nam.
The central city, in co-operation with Thai budget carrier AirAsia, will host two flights from Bali, Indonesia and Manila, the Philippines to Đà Nẵng International Airport as part of the city’s tourism promotion programmes in receiving 19.1 million visitors with an estimated revenue of VNĐ70 trillion ($2.8 billion) this year.
Resolution 57 creates profound changes and be an opportunity for literature and art sector to expand creative space and reach the global public, meeting the requirements of international integration and preserving the core values of Vietnamese culture.
A hands-on coffee workshop in Hà Nội is offering more than just a caffeine fix - giving visitors a deeper taste of Việt Nam’s culture, traditions and people through every cup.
According to the Việt Nam National Administration of Tourism, participation in KITF 2026 will create valuable opportunities for Vietnamese localities and tourism enterprises to promote destinations and products, expand partnerships, seek new collaborators and access both the Kazakhstan and wider Central Asian markets.
