Hanoi has been ranked fifth among the best places to see autumn foliage in Asia, according to a new list issued recently by the UK-based Time Out magazine.
The festival will be held from 8.30am to 8pm on October 18-19 at 27 Quang Trung Street, featuring diverse cultural experiences including traditional Japanese game of kendama, shogi chess, origami, and Ningyo dolls displays, as well as Yosakoi dance and Iaido sword demonstrations.
Spanning over 130,000 square metres of exhibition space with around 3,000 booths, the event will gather nearly 2,500 businesses from across the country, including 13 state-owned groups and corporations, hundreds of major private enterprises, cooperatives, and innovative start-ups. The fair is expected to attract an average of 500,000 visitors per day.
The fair is hoped to draw about 500,000 visitors per day, reflecting the strong appeal of a nationally and regionally significant event. Therefore, it is expected to become a prominent highlight in a series of economic and trade promotion events of Vietnam this year.
To preserve the village’s pristine beauty while ensuring a safe tourism environment, authorities in Lung Cu commune of Tuyen Quang province have implemented a synchronised series of measures.
The architectural and artistic relic of Dong Hoa Hiep was recognised as one of national significance by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism in 2017.
With its Winter Festival brand firmly established, Sa Pa is emerging as a leading destination for the year-end festive season, offering a vibrant line-up of cultural, artistic, and tourism activities.
On November 1, Sun Group officially launched a series of new tourism and entertainment offerings at Sunset Town, promising to ignite a vibrant festive atmosphere in Phu Quoc during the most beautiful season of the year.
The recognition marks a major milestone for Ninh Binh, underscoring its push to bolster global tourism profile, weave sustainable development with a deepening engagement in the international travel ecosystem.
The country triumphed over many strong regional contenders, earning top honours in key natural tourism categories. The Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark in northern province of Tuyen Quang was named “Asia’s Leading Regional Cultural Destination”. Meanwhile, Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park in the central province of Quing Tri claimed a double victory as “Vietnam’s Leading Natural Destination” and “Asia’s Leading National Park 2025”.
From mid-October 2025 to April 2026, Phu Quoc is set to welcome numerous flights from Russia and the CIS amid a sharp rise in travel demand from these markets.
With the three-room Vietnamese design, where all spaces overlook the pool, New World Phu Quoc is particularly popular with families as parents can easily watch over their children from any corner of the villa.
The city offers the best of both factors: modern infrastructure with hospitals, services, and stylish cafés, while still preserving a close-knit local way of life.
Israel’s Channel 12 has broadcast the latest episode of its adventure series “Danny Kushmaro: Till the Edge”, highlighting Vietnam’s Son Doong Cave - the world’s largest natural cave - as a destination that tests human endurance, spirit and resilience under extreme conditions.
A recent survey by Bangkok Post is considered by experts to mark a “turning point” in Southeast Asian tourism as the crown long held by the Land of Smiles is now being challenged by Vietnam – an emerging destination defined by its famous beaches, with Phu Quoc standing out as a prime example.
Forbes Italia recently spotlighted Phu Quoc in an article named “Southern Vietnam in 10 Luxury Experiences: From Skyscrapers to Beaches and Legends”, praising it as a destination that blends unspoiled nature, upscale hospitality, and a tranquil seaside lifestyle.
Sapa, a renowned travel destination nestled in Lao Cai province of Vietnam, has secured sixth position in an Asia-wide ranking of rural locations curated by the digital travel platform Agoda, further solidifying its allure for global travellers.
Within the framework of the tourism promotion programme, 20 Vietnamese enterprises met with over 100 Indonesian partners, opening up opportunities for future cooperation.
Agoda describes Ben Tre as an ideal escape for travellers seeking serenity, culture and nature, all flowing gently along the winding Ham Luong River.
Bai Dinh Pagoda is the only in the list to be granted the green-tick status, indicating the site's remarkable credibility among international visitors.
In the first six months of 2025, the five most revisited destinations in Vietnam were Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc.
With new direct flights from major Indian cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru, Vietnam is becoming an increasingly compelling destination for Indian tourists seeking a quick, emotionally rich four-day escape that blends luxury, culture, and natural wonder.
Its natural advantages have made Mui Ne a magnet for enthusiasts of kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding (SUP). These activities not only diversify the local tourism offerings but also contribute to the area’s long-term development strategy focused on sustainability.
In July alone, the city welcomed 695,930 international arrivals, surging 75.3% year-on-year. For the seven-month period, international visitors totalled 4.5 million, up 48% year-on-year.
