Phu Quoc surges as top destination for Vietnamese travelers during 2026 New Year holiday

Vietnam secured multiple global titles at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2025, held on 6 December in Bahrain, strengthening its position as one of the world’s premier tourism destinations.

The founder of ThirdHome, the globally renowned vacation exchange club for luxury villa owners, has just arrived in Vietnam with the ambition of turning the S-shaped country into a new focal point for the high-end resort tourism market in Southeast Asia.

Gia Lai Province convened an online meeting on November 26 to review preparations for hosting the “National Tourism Year - Gia Lai 2026” and assess plans for tourism recovery following recent natural disasters.

Vietnamese tourist arrivals to Japan hit a record in October 2025, with more than 53,000 visitors, up 4.4% from the same month last year, according to data from the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO).

According to Travel+Leisure, Vietnam offers a “complete” experience for solo travelers, ranging from breathtaking natural wonders to vibrant local culture.

With prominent destinations in Phu Quoc, Da Nang, and Lam Dong, Vietnam's tourism sector will have the opportunity to widely promote itself to audiences in India, China, and South Korea.

For decades, small family-run food stalls have remained a defining feature of Pleiku, the highland city in Gia Lai Province. Amid rapid urban development, these modest eateries continue to preserve traditional flavors, memories, and a sense of community that spans generations.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has approved Gia Lai Province to host the Việt Nam National Tourism Year 2026, according to the provincial People’s Committee.

Gia Lai Vice Chairwoman Nguyễn Thị Thanh Lịch on November 17 inspected Ơp Village in Pleiku Ward and Ia Nueng Village in Biển Hồ Commune to evaluate their potential for developing community-based tourism rooted in Jrai cultural heritage.

Home to numerous civilizations that date back thousands of years, Asia is a continent rich with fascinating historical narratives, from the rise of powerful dynasties to the spread of diverse religions.

(GLO) – The long-abandoned brick kilns, standing in silence like ancient, deserted towers along Nguyen Binh Street (Hoi Phu Ward, Gia Lai Province), spark curiosity among passersby.

Amid modern life, when many traditional values risk being lost, developing tourism in tandem with preserving local ethnic cultures is seen as a sustainable direction that enables communities to grow economically while maintaining their unique identities.

The 2025 Chư Đang Ya wild sunflower and volcano festival is underway across Gia Lai province, featuring a vibrant series of cultural and sporting events from November 2 to 16.

Vice Chairwoman of the Provincial People’s Committee Nguyễn Thị Thanh Lịch on Monday led a delegation to inspect key tourism sites in Quy Nhon, calling for greater coordination to strengthen the province’s distinctive “science tourism” brand and preserve its cultural and natural heritage.

Kayaking on the crystal-clear Nặm Chang River in Lâm Bình District, Tuyên Quang Province, has become one of northern Vietnam’s most distinctive ecotourism experiences, offering visitors the chance to explore pristine natural landscapes and vibrant local culture.

Just a 10-minute boat ride from the center of Quy Nhon, Hai Minh fishing village on the Phuong Mai Peninsula offers a serene contrast to the city’s hustle.

The 2025 wild sunflower - Chu Dang Ya volcano festival will be held from November 14 to 16, featuring a series of cultural, sports, and tourism activities that highlight the rich identity of the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai.

Local authorities in Gia Lai province have launched a campaign urging residents and visitors to help preserve the famed wild sunflower fields that bloom each October on the slopes of Chu Dang Ya volcano in Bien Ho commune.

The rich, rustic cuisine of Gia Lai province is taking center stage at the Autumn delicacies food festival 2025 in Hanoi, drawing visitors with the distinctive tastes of Vietnam’s Central Highlands and the warm hospitality of the coastal “Xu Nau” region.

The Australian travel magazine Lonely Planet has listed Quy Nhon among the top 25 destinations worldwide for 2026, recognizing the coastal Vietnamese city for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and tranquil atmosphere.

A delegation from the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) joined local leaders and industry representatives in Gia Lai province on Friday to discuss strengthening tourism product linkages and promoting ethnic minority culture.

At the Best Tourism Villages 2025 awards ceremony in China on Friday, UN Tourism recognized Lo Lo Chai Village in Tuyen Quang Province and Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village in Lang Son Province for their outstanding contributions to sustainable rural tourism.

With pristine landscapes surrounding the deep-blue Núi Một Lake, the small Canh Tiến Village in Canh Vinh Commune is embracing a bold vision: transforming itself into a community-based tourism destination that both safeguards cultural identity and creates sustainable livelihoods.

Vietnam’s culinary specialities are abundant across regions. If promoted and developed effectively, they could stimulate the food processing industry while attracting tourists to taste, experience, and purchase specialities as gifts.