Month: October 2026
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Hanoi’s oldest luxury hotel tested by influx of rivals amid tourism surge
The 125-year-old Sofitel Legend Metropole faces a new generation of high-end competition amid Vietnam’s push to satisfy double-digit growth ambitions. Full story: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/10/27/asia-pacific/society/hanoi-hotel-tourism-wave/
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Hanoi hosts cultural and tourism exchange event in Vietnam
An event celebrating cultural and tourism exchange between Beijing, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region and Hanoi, Vietnam was held at the China Cultural Center in Hanoi, Vietnam on Oct 23. Full story: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202610/27/WS6ae019c8e4b06d4aa0564fb7.html
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Hanoi’s oldest luxury hotel tested by new rivals in tourism wave
This comes amid Vietnam’s push to attract wealthier travellers and chase double-digit growth Read more at The Business Times. Full story: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/hanois-oldest-luxury-hotel-tested-new-rivals-tourism-wave
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Tens of thousands of fans pack Hanoi stadium for BigBang’s 20th-anniversary concert
Tens of thousands of fans in their best outfits poured into Hanoi’s My Dinh National Stadium on Saturday (Oct 24) ahead of the first of BigBang’s two sold-out concerts in the city. Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/10/24/tens-of-thousands-of-fans-pack-hanoi-stadium-for-bigbang039s-20th-anniversary-concert
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Vietnam seeks to boost shopping tourism
Shopping tourism remains underdeveloped in Vietnam despite its potential to attract visitors and boost revenue. Diversifying dining, shopping and entertainment services while extending stays would … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-seeks-to-boost-shopping-tourism-post354185.vnp
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Gia Binh International Airport: Vietnam’s $7.5 Billion Aviation Ambition Challenges Hanoi’s Existing Gateway
Vietnam’s $7.5 billion Gia Binh Airport targets airlines, tourism and cargo growth. Can it compete with Hanoi’s Noi Bai and become a global hub? Full story: https://eturbonews.com/gia-binh-airport-vietnam-airlines-tourism-hub/
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Digital platform takes visitors on Hanoi heritage tourism journey
HANOI: A digital platform has been launched at Kim Ngan Communal House Street in Hanoi, enabling residents, tourists and students to explore 28 significant historical relics across the capital on … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/10/20/digital-platform-takes-visitors-on-hanoi-heritage-tourism-journey
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Vietnam’s timeless charm, tourism miracle (2)
A travel feature explores Vietnam’s cultural heritage, culinary tourism and scenic destinations, from Hanoi’s French colonial architecture and Hoan Kiem Lake to the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay … Full story: https://tribune.net.ph/2026/10/20/vietnams-timeless-charm-tourism-miracle-2
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Hanoi-Thai Nguyen tourist train offers tea and folk shows for under $8
A new tourist train linking Hanoi with Vietnam’s famous tea-growing province of Thai Nguyen offers passengers traditional music, tea tastings and cultural performances for just $7.60 round trip, ahead … Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/hanoi-thai-nguyen-tourist-train-offers-tea-and-folk-shows-for-under-8-2566376.html
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Reading 28 Historical Sites in Hanoi via QR: City Walks Selected from Four Themes
When walking through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, have you ever stood in front of an impressive gate or a small shrine and wondered, “What is worshipped here?” Knowing the history behind them can make … Full story: https://note.com/qua_that_tha/n/ncb7ede28fe08?hl=en
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What can you discover inside Hanoi’s historic imperial citadel?
Take a walking tour through the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, focusing on a traditional interior with exposed wooden beams, red railings, and an intricately decorated altar. Viewers can … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/what-can-you-discover-inside-hanoi-s-historic-imperial-citadel/vi-AA2eu1bZ
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IRCTC announces Vietnam–Cambodia tour covering Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Angkor Wat
Indian travellers looking to explore Southeast Asia have another organised holiday option, with a special international tour package covering destinations in Vietnam and Cambodia. The itinerary … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/other/irctc-announces-vietnam-cambodia-tour-covering-hanoi-ha-long-bay-and-angkor-wat/ar-AA2etjtj