Despite challenges from Typhoon Yagi, the northern province of Quảng Ninh, home to UNESCO-recognised natural heritage Hạ Long Bay, welcomed 19 million tourists, including 3.8 million foreigners, in 2024, with cruise travellers making a significant contribution.

As spring unfolds, Hà Giang transforms into a tapestry of colours, with radiant peach, pear and plum blossoms painting the landscape. The ethnic villages, rich in cultural identity, come alive with exciting festivals early in the year.

Đà Nẵng International Airport is expected to handle approximately 1,275 domestic and international flights during the holiday period. The fights of Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, and AirAsia will bring tourists from Japan, the Republic of Korea, Thailand, and Malaysia, among other countries, to the city.

From March to October, visitors to Tủa Chùa District, Điện Biên Province, will have the opportunity to experience picking ancient Shan Tuyết tea leaves in addition to exploring the wild landscape and unique culture of the local people. Shan Tuyết tea, also known as ‘immortal tea’ because many trees are hundreds of years old, has become a symbol of this land. This has also made Tủa Chùa an attractive destination to tourists.

Houses on stilts with stone roofs in Mường Lay Town, in the northern province of Điện Biên, have been considered a valuable heritage of the White Thai ethnic minority group. Locals have exploited natural stones from rock formations in mountains or river beds. The stone keeps the houses cool and dry from the rain. Let’s see the unique houses on stilts!

This is a second accolade, in November 2024, Grand Pioneers Cruise received the prestigious title of 'World’s Best Green Cruise Line' at the World Cruise Awards, further solidifying its position as a global leader in sustainable luxury cruising.

Hà Giang Province is not only famous for its majestic landscapes and nature, but also a place that preserves many cultural values through traditional craft villages. The combination of traditional culture and tourism economy has created a special attraction for the province at the northernmost tip of Việt Nam.

With its poetic landscapes, refreshing natural surroundings, and the vibrant cultural tapestry of the Lự people, Thẳm Village offers thoughtful and appealing resort services that are sure to leave visitors enchanted at every turn.

Việt Nam's tourism has seen an incredible recovery from the pandemic. Last year, the country received 17.5 million foreign tourists. Let’s join Việt Nam News reporters to chat with some visitors about why they keep returning to Việt Nam. Let’s see how the tourism sector strives to refresh itself.

The influx of billionaires from the US and India to Việt Nam is not only boosting the economy, but also highlighting the need for enhanced service quality within the tourism sector.