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  • Tourism Emerges as Bright Spot in Vietnam’s Socio-Economic Landscape

    In 2025, tourism was highlighted by the Prime Minister as a bright spot in Vietnam’s socio-economic landscape. Not only has the sector staged a strong post-pandemic recovery, it has also set new … Full story: https://vietnam.vnanet.vn/english/long-form/tourism-emerges-as-bright-spot-in-vietnams-socio-economic-landscape-420553.html

  • Halting trains through central Hanoi could disrupt thousands of daily journeys, rail operator warns

    A proposal to stop passenger trains from running through central Hanoi could affect thousands of travelers each day and undermine both railway operations and the capital’s tourism appeal, according to … Full story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/traffic/halting-trains-through-central-hanoi-could-disrupt-thousands-of-daily-journeys-rail-operator-warns-5003042.html

  • Vietnam proposes halting passenger trains through Hanoi’s famous ‘railway cafe street’

    Local authorities have repeatedly warned that the site poses serious safety risks. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-ph/news/other/vietnam-plans-to-halt-trains-through-hanoi-s-railway-cafe-street/ar-AA1TIxlx

  • Foreign visitors captivated by Hanoi’s street food culture

    Hanoi’s street food continues to win the hearts of international visitors, not only for its distinctive flavours but also for the unique dining spaces and lifestyle it reflects. Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/foreign-visitors-captivated-by-hanoi-s-street-food-culture-2479682.html

  • Vietnam proposes halting passenger trains through Hanoi’s famous ‘railway cafe street’

    Local authorities have repeatedly warned that this site poses serious safety risks. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. Full story: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/vietnam-proposes-halting-passenger-trains-through-hanois-famous-railway-cafe-street

  • Hanoi welcomes over 33 million visitors in 2025

    In 2025, Hanoi welcomed more than 33.7 million visitors, up 20.8% from 2024. International arrivals exceeded 7.82 million, a 22.7% year-on-year increase. Total tourism revenue was estimated at more … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-welcomes-over-33-million-visitors-in-2025-post335379.vnp

  • Israel, Vietnam launch first direct Tel Aviv – Hanoi flight

    Israel and Vietnam on January 5 launched their first direct air route, linking Tel Aviv and Hanoi in a move expected to accelerate tourism, trade and wider bilateral exchanges. Full story: https://en.qdnd.vn/travel/news/israel-vietnam-launch-first-direct-tel-aviv-hanoi-flight-586476

  • Hanoi proposes ending trains through iconic Train Street

    Hanoi is proposing to stop passenger trains from running through the city’s famous railway coffee street, a move that could end one of Vietnam’s most talked-about tourist attractions. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/hanoi-proposes-ending-trains-through-iconic-train-street/ar-AA1TFbmR

  • Arkia Airlines launches Tel Aviv–Hanoi direct air service

    VOV.VN – A new direct air route linking Tel Aviv (Israel) and Hanoi (Vietnam) was inaugurated at Noi Bai International Airport on January 5, marking a significant milestone in aviation, tourism, and … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=695c9b82d7624bbdb02af13fc913296d&url=https%3a%2f%2fenglish.vov.vn%2fen%2ftravel%2farkia-airlines-launches-tel-aviv-hanoi-direct-air-service-post1259164.vov&c=13685875879457537379&mkt=en-us

  • Hanoi records over VND2tril in tourism revenue over New Year holiday

    This photo taken on June 11, 2025 shows a woman sitting next to Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam. In the first days of 2026, popular attractions such as Hoan Kiem Lake, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/01/05/hanoi-records-over-vnd2-trillion-in-tourism-revenue-over-new-year-holiday

  • Hanoi records over VND2tril in tourism revenue over New Year holiday

    HANOI: The capital city recorded a tourism boom over the New Year break, welcoming about 560,000 visitors, up nearly 250 per cent year-on-year, according to local tourism authorities. Of the total, … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/01/05/hanoi-records-over-vnd2-trillion-in-tourism-revenue-over-new-year-holiday

  • Hanoi bustles with tourism activities during national holidays

    VOVWORLD] – Various tourism activities are taking place across Hanoi during the April 30 and May 1 holidays, spanning political and historical sites, urban cultural spaces, suburban ecology and ethnic … Full story: https://vovworld.vn/news/hanoi-bustles-with-tourism-activities-during-national-holidays-2431776.vov5

  • Vietnam needs tourism promotion breakthroughs amid fierce competition

    If Vietnam wants to improve its standing, it must adopt a long-term, in-depth and flexible promotion strategy, especially as those on tourism brand and product development are set to expire by the end … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-needs-tourism-promotion-breakthroughs-amid-fierce-competition-post335368.vnp

  • Hanoi records over VND2 trillion in tourism revenue over New Year holiday

    HANOI: The capital city recorded a tourism boom over the New Year break, welcoming about 560,000 visitors, up nearly 250 per cent year-on-year, according to local tourism authorities. Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/01/05/hanoi-records-over-vnd2-trillion-in-tourism-revenue-over-new-year-holiday

  • Hanoi unveils giant snake-shaped cultural center near completion

    A snake-shaped cultural complex is taking form in Viet Hung Ward, Hanoi, as workers race to complete the final stages of construction. Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/hanoi-unveils-giant-snake-shaped-cultural-center-near-completion-2478728.html

  • Tourism sector posts strong New Year performance, serving 3.5 million visitors

    Vietnam’s tourism sector recorded strong momentum during the New Year 2026 holiday from January 1–4, welcoming an estimated 3.5 million visitors nationwide. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/tourism-sector-posts-strong-new-year-performance-serving-35-million-visitors-post335366.vnp

  • Hanoi serves 560,000 holiday-makers during New Year holiday

    Hanoi welcomed around 560,000 visitors during the New Year holiday from January 1 to 4, earning a total revenue of VND2.1 trillion (nearly US$79.85 million), marking increases of 250% in volume and … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=695aa144c8334aa79e9c7501248317e3&url=https%3a%2f%2fenglish.vov.vn%2fen%2ftravel%2fhanoi-serves-560000-holiday-makers-during-new-year-holiday-post1258815.vov&c=432234065317422392&mkt=en-us

  • Hanoi tourism revenue tops 92 million USD during New Year holiday

    During the four-day 2026 New Year holiday, Hanoi welcomed around 560,000 visitors and generated tourism revenue of more than 92 million USD, up 250% and 254% year-on-year respectively. Full story: https://vovworld.vn/en-US/news/hanoi-tourism-revenue-tops-92-million-usd-during-new-year-holiday-1454798.vov