Vietnam is quickly becoming a favored destination for Filipino travelers, with over 482,000 arrivals projected in 2025. This trend, supported by visa exemptions and enhanced bilateral ties, sees popular tourist spots like Da Nang and Phu Quoc attracting visitors. Ongoing tourism collaborations, including an upcoming ASEAN Tourism Forum, aim to strengthen ties further. Vietnam isContinue reading “Vietnam gains popularity among Filipino travelers”
Category Archives: Cultural Tourism
Local Vietnam opens Ha Giang Aya Lodge
Ha Giang Aya Lodge, opened in early 2026 by Local Vietnam in Sung Trai village, offers a unique tourism experience that integrates local culture with comfort for international travelers. It emphasizes community involvement, environmental harmony, and cultural immersion, while providing training and employment opportunities for locals, ensuring meaningful benefits to the region. A new lodgeContinue reading “Local Vietnam opens Ha Giang Aya Lodge”
Over 200,000 visitors expected at Ho Chi Minh City banh mi festival with increased food safety
The fourth Vietnam Bread Festival 2026 will attract over 200,000 visitors to Le Van Tam Park in Ho Chi Minh City from April 23 to 26. Featuring around 150 booths, the festival will celebrate Vietnamese bread with competitions, seminars, and creative installations, while emphasizing food safety and cultural engagement. More than 200,000 visitors are expectedContinue reading “Over 200,000 visitors expected at Ho Chi Minh City banh mi festival with increased food safety”
Cua Tung Beach’s fall from French retreat to coastal erosion
Cua Tung Beach, located 35 kilometers from Dong Ha City, was once a celebrated destination in central Vietnam, praised for its beauty and luxury during the French colonial era. Over time, coastal erosion and infrastructure developments have drastically changed its landscape. Efforts to restore the beach are underway but lack a definitive plan. Located aboutContinue reading “Cua Tung Beach’s fall from French retreat to coastal erosion”
Hoi An named Vietnam’s most welcoming destination for 2026
Hoi An has been awarded as Vietnam’s most welcoming destination in the 2026 Traveller Review Awards by Booking.com, based on traveler feedback. It leads the top 10, which includes Mai Chau and Phu Quy Island. The awards highlight Vietnam’s hospitality, emphasizing the importance of warm interactions alongside scenic beauty. Hoi An has been named Vietnam’sContinue reading “Hoi An named Vietnam’s most welcoming destination for 2026”
Vietnam’s Ninh Binh welcomes 230,000 international visitors during Lunar New Year holiday
During the Lunar New Year period from February 14 to 19, the province attracted over 1.36 million visitors, generating more than VND2.04 trillion in tourism revenue. Key attractions saw high footfall, particularly Thung Nham Ecotourism Area, which launched the “Songs of Nature” art programme to enhance visitor engagement. According to the provincial Department of Tourism,Continue reading “Vietnam’s Ninh Binh welcomes 230,000 international visitors during Lunar New Year holiday”
Int’l visitors drawn to Tet traditions on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island
During Tet, Phu Quoc attracts foreign tourists who engage in traditional Vietnamese customs, including calligraphy and wearing áo dài. Visitors savor local cuisine and participate in festive activities. Enhanced tourism offerings and favorable weather contribute to the island’s popularity, prompting local businesses to scale up operations to accommodate increasing demand. Foreign visitors have flocked toContinue reading “Int’l visitors drawn to Tet traditions on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island”
Hoi An launches smart ticketing system with multilingual guides
Hoi An has launched a smart tourism system to enhance visitor convenience and modernize heritage management. Developed by the Hoi An Center for Cultural Heritage Conservation and Vietnam Artificial Intelligence JSC, it enables automated ticket purchasing, multilingual information access, and personalized itineraries. This initiative supports Vietnam’s digital transformation and promotes Hoi An’s cultural values. HoiContinue reading “Hoi An launches smart ticketing system with multilingual guides”
Elderly Vietnamese artisan wins hearts online with simple ‘hello’
A video by American travel blogger Anjelica Castaneda featuring 97-year-old H’Mong artisan Sung Thi Co has gone viral, captivating millions. Co, the oldest artisan at the Lung Tam linen weaving cooperative, continues her meticulous craft despite her age. The cooperative attracts many visitors interested in Vietnam’s cultural heritage. A short video shared by American travelContinue reading “Elderly Vietnamese artisan wins hearts online with simple ‘hello’”
Vietnam’s Gia Lai seeks tourism promotion partnership with CNN
Nguyễn Thị Thanh Lịch, Deputy Chairwoman of the Gia Lai People’s Committee, engaged with CNN at the ASEAN Tourism Forum in Cebu to enhance Gia Lai’s global tourism profile. The province, set to host Vietnam’s National Tourism Year in 2026, aims to showcase its cultural heritage and promote international cooperation to attract more visitors. TheContinue reading “Vietnam’s Gia Lai seeks tourism promotion partnership with CNN”
Australian Hospitality Alumni Network Vietnam 