Vietnamese workers can anticipate extended breaks around public holidays, enabling a surge in demand for short, meaningful getaways. Traveloka indicates a growing trend towards “micro-holidays,” with increased interest in nearby destinations and early bookings. The focus is shifting from price to quality experiences, reflecting travelers’ evolving preferences for convenience and personalization.
Vietnamese workers will enjoy extended breaks around the upcoming public holidays, with travel trends showing a clear shift toward shorter, more intentional getaways.
Under the Labor Code, public employees are entitled to one day off for Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and two days for the Reunification Day and International Workers’ Day holiday. In 2026, Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day falls on Sunday, April 26, with a compensatory day off on Monday, April 27, creating a three-day break from April 25 to 27. The Reunification Day and International Workers’ Day holiday will offer a four-day break from April 30 to May 3, as the official holidays fall on Thursday and Friday and extend into the weekend.
Ahead of the holiday period, booking data indicates a notable shift in travel behavior. According to Traveloka, demand for short trips lasting two to three days has surged by nearly 40 percent, reflecting the growing “micro-holiday” trend. Rather than prioritizing long-distance travel, many travelers are opting for shorter, well-planned getaways that focus on quality and meaningful experiences.
This preference is particularly evident in the rising demand for nearby destinations. Searches for short-haul domestic flights have increased by more than 40 percent compared to the same period last year, with routes such as Hanoi-Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City-Phu Quoc, and Hanoi-Hue seeing strong growth.
The shift is not simply about convenience, but about a more refined understanding of travel value. Popular destinations today tend to offer a combination of natural beauty, strong local identity, and experiences that allow travelers to recharge rather than just be entertained.
At the same time, international travel remains attractive, particularly within Northeast and Southeast Asia. Traveloka data shows a 30 percent increase in searches for flights and accommodations during the holiday period, indicating sustained interest in destinations that are easily accessible and offer rich experiences within a limited timeframe.
Nguyen Minh Man, Deputy CEO of VinaGroup Travel, noted that the market is evolving from mass demand to more selective choices, where value for money and depth of experience take precedence over low prices. Travelers are increasingly choosing destinations that align with both their budgets and available time, with a noticeable shift away from long-haul trips to Europe and the United States toward closer markets such as South Korea, China, and Japan.
Beyond destination preferences, planning behavior is also evolving. Traveloka has observed a rise in early bookings and bundled travel packages that combine flights, accommodation, and activities into a single itinerary. Today’s travelers are more informed, intentional, and convenience-driven, seeking seamless planning experiences on integrated platforms.
Baidi Li, Vice President of Commercial at Traveloka, emphasized that short trips are no longer a fallback option but a preferred choice, as travelers become more proactive and focused on meaningful experiences.
Similarly, Nguyen Nguyet Van Khanh, Director of Marketing and Communications at Vietravel, noted that travel companies are adapting by preparing services, partnerships, and operations earlier to meet the needs of increasingly selective and forward-planning customers.
Overall, the market is shifting toward experience-driven travel that prioritizes quality, personalization, and peace of mind, a positive signal for the industry to move beyond price competition and toward more thoughtfully designed offerings.
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