Remote Ta Puong waterfall in central Vietnam draws visitors with pristine setting, community tourism

The site in Huong Lap Commune, featuring a three-tiered waterfall, attracts around 3,000 annual visitors managed by a local tourism group. While providing simple accommodations and traditional cuisine, operations are limited to a few months due to weather disruptions and accessibility challenges. Residents earn approximately VND4 million monthly, struggling for economic stability. Located in HuongContinue reading “Remote Ta Puong waterfall in central Vietnam draws visitors with pristine setting, community tourism”

Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ welcomes 82,000 foreign tourists during holidays

Phu Quoc, named Asia’s most beautiful island by Condé Nast Traveler, saw 82,000 international visitors during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and Reunification-Labor Day holidays, a 90 percent increase year-on-year. The island welcomed over one million visitors in early 2026, highlighting significant growth in Vietnam’s tourism sector. Phu Quoc, voted Asia’s most beautiful island byContinue reading “Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ welcomes 82,000 foreign tourists during holidays”

Da Nang, Sa Pa set to become biggest draws during April holidays

Tourist destinations in Vietnam, like Da Nang and Sa Pa, are experiencing high hotel occupancy rates of around 90% due to strong travel demand during the upcoming holidays. The rising popularity of coastal getaways and a heatwave have further increased bookings, leading to higher prices and nearly full capacities across various accommodation segments. Popular touristContinue reading “Da Nang, Sa Pa set to become biggest draws during April holidays”

People in Hanoi to enjoy free bus, metro rides during upcoming holidays

The municipal People’s Committee plans to waive fares on 128 bus routes and two metro lines during upcoming holidays, including a three-day break for Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and a four-day break for Reunification Day. This initiative aims to promote public transportation use, alleviate congestion, and ease financial burdens on passengers. The municipal People’s CommitteeContinue reading “People in Hanoi to enjoy free bus, metro rides during upcoming holidays”

Vietnam considers limiting tourist boats on Ha Long Bay to prevent overcrowding

The Vietnamese government is planning to regulate tourist vessels in Ha Long Bay to alleviate environmental pressure on the UNESCO World Heritage site. A comprehensive plan aims to preserve the bay’s ecological values and assess its environmental capacity to ensure sustainable tourism. Concerns over overcrowding and waste emphasize the need for management measures. The VietnameseContinue reading “Vietnam considers limiting tourist boats on Ha Long Bay to prevent overcrowding”

Festive events, promotional programs await visitors in Vietnam’s Nha Trang during upcoming holiday

Khanh Hoa’s tourism this year highlights sea and island experiences, particularly at Hon Tre Island, featuring a national flag parade and advanced 3D mapping shows from April 29 to May 1. New promotions and cultural activities are designed to attract travelers, while extended national holidays are expected to boost demand for coastal vacations. Sea andContinue reading “Festive events, promotional programs await visitors in Vietnam’s Nha Trang during upcoming holiday”

Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ to pilot flight check-in service at some hotels amid tourism boom

Phu Quoc International Airport is initiating a pilot program allowing travelers to check in and drop off luggage at selected hotels, improving efficiency for guests of Sun PhuQuoc Airways. This initiative aims to reduce airport processing times amidst rising tourism, as international visitors surged by 72 percent in early 2026. Phu Quoc International Airport isContinue reading “Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ to pilot flight check-in service at some hotels amid tourism boom”

Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ welcomes over 2.2 million air passengers in first quarter

Phu Quoc International Airport experienced a 147 percent increase in passenger traffic in Q1 2026, handling over 2.27 million travelers. Notable growth occurred in both international and domestic segments, with South Korea as a key market. The island aims for two million international arrivals this year, aided by infrastructure improvements before APEC 2027. Phu QuocContinue reading “Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’ welcomes over 2.2 million air passengers in first quarter”

Da Nang airport international terminal retains Skytrax 5-star rating despite overloading

Da Nang International Airport’s international terminal has retained its five-star Skytrax rating for the third year, thanks to improvements in efficiency and digital services. Despite exceeding its capacity with over 6.8 million passengers in 2025, an expansion project aims to boost capacity to six million, enhancing service quality amid rising demand. The international terminal atContinue reading “Da Nang airport international terminal retains Skytrax 5-star rating despite overloading”

What to know about the 30-day visa-free entry for foreign tourists to Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’

Phu Quoc’s 30-day visa-free policy has emerged as a key driver of international tourism, reinforcing the island’s position as one of Asia’s most attractive travel destinations. Introduced in July 2020, the policy allows foreign passport holders to enter and stay on Phu Quoc for up to 30 days without a visa. Travelers can arrive directlyContinue reading “What to know about the 30-day visa-free entry for foreign tourists to Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’”