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Khanh Hoa welcomes two first cruise ships in 2015

The central province of Khanh Hoa on January 13 welcomed two first international cruise ships with hundreds of passengers from Europe on board in this year.
The central province of Khanh Hoa on January 13 welcomed two firstinternational cruise ships with hundreds of passengers from Europe onboard in this year.

During the one-day trip in Nha Trang city,vacationers took tours to discover landscapes such as Hon Chong and thePonagar Temple Tower, enjoyed cuisine and learned the way to cooktraditional dishes at the Champa Island Nha Trang Restaurant.

Laterthe day, the Netherlands nationality ship Volendam left Nha Trang forDa Nang while the Panama nationality ship Star Pride travels to Ho ChiMinh City.

In 2014, 35 international cruise ships brought to the province over 30,000 holiday-makers.-VNA
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Unlocking tourism potential of Hoi An’s southern coastline

Unlocking tourism potential of Hoi An’s southern coastline

The central city of Da Nang possesses nearly 200km of coastline – the longest in Vietnam, with scenic landscapes and favourable natural conditions for tourism and service development. However, only about half of this coastline has been utilised for tourism activities, mainly concentrated in central Da Nang and Hoi An Ancient Town. Large stretches of coastline south of Hoi An remain largely untouched, holding significant potential for future development.

The Hanoi Tourism Festival 2026 at Thong Nhat Park attracts large numbers of residents and visitors for sightseeing and hands-on experiences. (Photo: VNA)

New highlights define Hanoi Tourism Festival 2026

The festival featured nearly 100 booths designed as a journey through diverse themed spaces. The space of memory highlights heritage sites, the Old Quarter, architecture, traditional craft villages and Hanoi’s cultural life through destination models, photography exhibitions and fine art displays. The connection space provides a platform for travel businesses to introduce new tours, promotional programmes and attractive discount vouchers.

Visitors experience the Ta Nang–Phan Dung trekking route. (Photo: nhandan.vn)

Vietnam taps trail tourism potential

The trend of nature exploration tourism, particularly hiking in mountainous areas, is gaining momentum across Asia, especially among young people. In Vietnam, more young travellers are choosing short weekend trips to explore forests, mountains and local ecosystems.

Passenger Terminal T2 draws inspiration from the Phoenix.

Singapore’s CPG Consultants designs Phu Quoc Airport – A world-class vision for the Pearl Island’s gateway

CPG Consultants, a subsidiary of CPG Corporation, an internationally renowned multidisciplinary consultancy group headquartered in Singapore, is the design firm for Phu Quoc International Airport. The project is led by Mr. Steven Thor, Executive Vice President (Global Atelier Collective) at CPG Consultants. He has more than 30 years of experience in international design and has worked on multiple award-winning developments, including large-scale infrastructure projects across several countries.

Phu Quoc is becoming a crossroad for the world's architectural marvels

The allure of Phu Quoc’s timeless architectural DNA

Phu Quoc’s architectural allure doesn't merely stop at honoring the past; it actively creates "contemporary heritage" that cements the Pearl Island's name on the map. A shining example is the Kiss Bridge, envisioned by architect Marco Casamonti—a profound piece of humanistic art where mankind and Phu Quoc’s natural beauty become one.

Visitors admire Ho Chi Minh City from above. (Photo: VNA)

Ho Chi Minh City launches helicopter sightseeing tours

Globally, helicopter tourism has become a popular offering in many major destinations. By introducing this experience, Ho Chi Minh City aims to expand its portfolio of high-end tourism products and further enhance its destination image.

The blending of culture, architecture and art on Phu Quoc is shaping a cosmopolitan city. (Photo: Sun Group)

Phu Quoc: Where the world meets through architecture

The presence of diverse international architectural styles across Phu Quoc, rather than a single traditional architectural system, is not accidental but rooted in the island’s unique development context. Unlike cities with centuries of urban heritage such as Hoi An or Hue, Phu Quoc is a tourism destination that has grown rapidly over just the past few decades, without a clearly layered architectural legacy to inherit.

The luxurious resorts ecosystem contribute to elevating Phu Quoc's image in the eyes of international media. (Photo: Sun Group)

Phu Quoc and its luxury resorts "take the leaderboard by storm" in DestinAsian rankings

On March 6, 2026, the prestigious travel magazine DestinAsian officially announced its list of the top 10 islands in Asia for 2026 as part of its Readers' Choice Awards. Not only was it the sole representative from Vietnam, but Phu Quoc also made a remarkable impression by climbing to the runner-up position, continuing an impressive three-year upward trend.

A view of the opening ceremony of the Ban Flower (Bauhinia) Festival 2026 in Dien Bien province on March 8 evening. (Photo: VNA)

Government leader attends Ban Flower Festival 2026 in Dien Bien province

Themed “Hoa Ban – Khat vong Dien Bien,” the festival was a highlight of the Dien Bien Culture and Tourism Week running from March 6 – 12. The annual event celebrated the beauty of the iconic Ban flower and promoted the culture, history and tourism potential of the Northwestern region.

Khem beach in Phu Quoc island of An Giang province. (Photo: VNA)

Phu Quoc strengthens appeal as international arrivals soar in early 2026

Phu Quoc special zone is increasingly affirming its strong appeal to international visitors with impressive growth, positioning the “pearl island” as a standout destination in Southeast Asia and a direct competitor to renowned resort islands such as Bali in Indonesia and Phuket in Thailand.

Leaves of loc vung (Barringtonia acutangula tree) change colour beside Hoan Kiem Lake (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi named among world’s 50 most beautiful cities by Condé Nast Traveler

Hanoi’s appearance within the global media ecosystem of Condé Nast Traveler is expected to provide a significant boost to the city’s tourism appeal. Beyond enhancing its credibility as a travel destination, the recognition could also help attract high-end tourism services and encourage higher spending by international visitors.