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  • Hanoi eyes tourism boost with launch of new offerings

    Hanoi’s Department of Tourism has introduced a series of new attractive tourism products, aiming to make a strong breakthrough during the National Day (September 2) holiday, and accelerate growth … Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/hanoi-eyes-tourism-boost-with-launch-of-new-offerings-2419601.html

  • Vietnamese student crowned Mister Tourism Junior Global 2025 in Thailand

    VOV.VN – Vietnamese contestant Wang An Nam has been crowned Mister Tourism Junior Global 2025 at an international competition held in Bangkok, Thailand. Full story: https://english.vov.vn/en/culture/vietnamese-student-crowned-mister-tourism-junior-global-2025-in-thailand-post1213316.vov

  • Tourism in Hanoi surges with over 21.58 million visitors in eight months

    VOV.VN – Over 21.58 million visitors came to the capital between January and August, a 13.9% increase year-on-year, as tourism was buoyed by celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68af3033514e42bb8ee45da68b9b6f93&url=https%3a%2f%2fenglish.vov.vn%2fen%2ftravel%2ftourism-in-hanoi-surges-with-over-2158-million-visitors-in-eight-months-post1225740.vov&c=9927384664871346767&mkt=en-us

  • Hanoi eyes tourism boost with 9 new walking streets by 2030

    With plans to double its pedestrian streets by 2030, Hanoi is banking on night-time tourism for economic growth. Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/hanoi-eyes-tourism-boost-with-9-new-walking-streets-by-2030-2429110.html

  • Hanoi launches regional biodiversity conservation initiative

    In line with guidance from the Government Office and the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the capital has assigned its Department of Agriculture and Environment to raise public awareness and … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-launches-regional-biodiversity-conservation-initiative-post322360.vnp

  • Creative products – new momentum for Hanoi tourism

    Hanoi is entering a golden period for tourism growth, marked by increasing visitor numbers and improved travel experiences. Full story: https://english.vov.vn/en/travel/creative-products-new-momentum-for-hanoi-tourism-post1213151.vov

  • Preparations for exhibition on Vietnam’s 80-year achievements to be completed

    Preparations for an exhibition showcasing 80 years of Vietnam’s development must be completed by August 15, according to a recent notice from the Government Office. Full story: https://english.vov.vn/en/culture/preparations-for-exhibition-on-vietnams-80-year-achievements-to-be-completed-post1213096.vov

  • Creative products – new momentum for Hanoi tourism

    In the first half of 2025 alone, Hanoi welcomed over 15.55 million visitors, up nearly 12% year-on-year. Of these, 3.66 million were international arrivals, marking a strong increase of 21.8%. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/creative-products-new-momentum-for-hanoi-tourism-post322332.vnp

  • Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa–Hanoi route

    Ethiopian Airlines, the national flag carrier of Ethiopia, will launch its first direct flight from Addis Ababa to Hanoi on July 10, following approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam. Full story: https://www.msn.com/

  • Hanoi hotels launch promotions to attract locals

    To encourage domestic visitors, the Tourism Department has launched the 2025 tourism promotion scheme themed “Hanoians and Tourists Experience Four- and Five-Star Hotel Services in Hanoi”, with a … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-hotels-launch-promotions-to-attract-locals-post322239.vnp

  • Vietnam tops Asia in international tourism growth

    Vietnam led the region with a 30% increase in international arrivals compared to Q1 2024, and ranked second in terms of recovery rate, with a 34% rise over the same period in 2019. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-tops-asia-in-international-tourism-growth-post322247.vnp

  • Vietnam steps up marine protection to support sustainable tourism

    Marine tourism accounts for up to 70% of the sector’s total revenue, making it a vital contributor to local and national economic growth. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-steps-up-marine-protection-to-support-sustainable-tourism-post322067.vnp

  • “Pakistan Tourism Day” in Vietnam promotes bilateral cooperation

    The Uptapped Jewel of South Asia: Exploring Tourism Potential” was co- organized by the Pakistani Embassy in Vietnam and the Hanoi College of Commerce and Tourism in Hanoi on Friday. Full story: https://vovworld.vn/en-US/news/pakistan-tourism-day-in-vietnam-promotes-bilateral-cooperation-1405760.vov

  • Night tour “Sacred Traces of Hang Kenh” brings heritages alive

    The night tour “Sacred Traces of Hang Kenh” launched last month is offering tourists a fuller experience than most daytime tours in Hai Phong city. The program is jointly organized by the Hai Phong … Full story: https://vovworld.vn/en-US/current-affairs/night-tour-sacred-traces-of-hang-kenh-brings-heritages-alive-1405529.vov

  • Vietnamese cuisine helps drive tourism growth

    Culinary experiences are no longer just an added bonus to visiting new places, they are becoming one of the most important pillars in creating an identity for Vietnamese destinations. 181 prominent … Full story: https://www.msn.com/

  • Music tourism – a promising trend for Vietnam’s travel industry

    Music tourism is emerging as a vibrant trend, poised to usher in a new era for Vietnam’s non-smoke industry by offering domestic and international visitors a uniquely immersive way to explore the … Full story: https://en.qdnd.vn/travel/news/music-tourism-a-promising-trend-for-vietnam-s-travel-industry-580042

  • Music tourism – a promising trend for Vietnam’s travel industry

    Vietnam is becoming a stop for international tours, with mega concerts by global stars such as BLACKPINK, Westlife, and G-Dragon drawing tens of thousands of fans in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Full story: https://vietnam.vnanet.vn/english/tin-van/music-tourism-%e2%80%93-a-promising-trend-for-vietnams-travel-industry-401475.html

  • Hanoi responds to proposal to reduce airfares

    The Construction Ministry has sent an official dispatch to the People’s Committee of Gia Lai Province to respond to a proposal from the locality on a coordinated solution to reduce airfare prices to a … Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/07/03/hanoi-responds-to-proposal-to-reduce-airfares