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Unlike more developed destinations such as Sa Pa or Mu Cang Chai, Mien Doi remains untouched by mass tourism, appealing to those seeking a slower pace and authentic local experiences.

Bookings from Korean tourists for all-inclusive tours to Sapa in Vietnam's Lao Cai province in the first half of 2025, surged by 333% compared to the same period in 2024, according to Hana Tour – the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s largest travel agency.

Located at an altitude of over 1,500 metres above sea level, Sapa is dubbed the “Switzerland of Vietnam” for its temperate climate, breathtaking scenery, and European-inspired architecture.

From plains to high mountains or to the sea - Hanoi, Kim Boi (Hoa Binh), Sapa (Lao Cai) and Ha Long (Quang Ninh), the seasonal change from summer to autumn is the best time to explore destinations in Northern Vietnam.

Bored Panda, a leading art and pop culture magazine, has recently published an article describing the beauty of Sapa, a small town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai of Vietnam, in the autumn.

The northern province of Lao Cai has seen strong growth in tourism revenue so far this year thanks to its effective measures to capitalize on regional strengths to attract visitors both at home and abroad.

Alongside a promising growth in tourist numbers, Vietnam's destinations are also highly acclaimed by international media, helping them reach a wide range of global travelers.

The Department of Transport of Lao Cai province and the Yunnan provincial Department of Transport have decided to resume an irregular passenger transport route between Gejiu of China and Sa Pa of Vietnam.

The Culture Week celebrating 120 years of tourism in Sapa opened on the evening of September 20 in Sapa town, Lao Cai province.

There is no greater place than Sa Pa to escape from the scorching summer heat, and the hill town has long been a popular destination among local and foreign tourists thanks to its natural landscapes and climate as well as different events held all year around.

For those enchanted by the allure of Southeast Asia and the majestic beauty of the Northwest region of Vietnam, conquering Mount Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina, is hailed as the pinnacle of every adventurous expedition.

The US magazine Travel Leisure has recently named Vietnam one of the 12 most amazing yet affordable honeymoon destinations for newlyweds.

Snow fell on top of Fansipan Mountain, the highest peak in Indochina due to the influence of a current cold spell in Sapa town, the northern province of Lao Cai.

When the COVID-19 is put under control and social distancing measures are over, the ‘Awe Walk’ model is likely to be on the rise, with Vietnam offering many destinations for such ideal stroll.

Many tourists, especially instagrammers, love checking in on Fansipan mount, which is dubbed as ‘Vietnam’s rooftop’, as they can take lovely photos amid a sea of clouds there.

Members of the international diplomatic corps in the Czech Republic said they were amazed when taking part in a tour around the biggest shopping centre of the Vietnamese community, SAPA, in Prague on June 22.

Sapa has always been among the most popular destinations for tourists during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, and despite COVID-19 still raging around the world, the northern hill town again greeted a large number of visitors this time around.

A winter tourism festival is underway in Sapa town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai. Tourists to the town during this time can experience a Christmas atmosphere with a Japanese-style snow village and well-decorated pine trees.

Visitors to Fansipan mountain in Sapa misty town in the northern province of Lao Cai this season will have a chance to witness a valley of stunning purple of Verveine flowers.

It is estimated that in the first five months of 2020, Lao Cai’s tourism industry will witness a sharp fall in revenue of over 80 percent.