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An unexplored cave with a nearly 70-metre-wide entrance and striking multicoloured stalactites has been discovered in the Bac Huong Hoa Nature Reserve in the central province of Quang Tri.

The Viet Nam National Authority of Tourism has reported that Con Dao topped the list of the world’s 30 most mysterious islands as selected by Travel+Leisure magazine, becoming a standout destination among islands whose beauty feels almost completely secluded from the outside world.

Located on Hon Ba Island, around 500 metres from the mainland, Ke Ga Lighthouse in Lam Dong Province is one of the tallest and oldest lighthouses in Viet Nam.

Phu Quoc, also called Pearl Island, rose to second place on the list of Asia-Pacific’s best islands, moving up one position from 2025 and surpassing many renowned destinations such as Bali (Indonesia), Palawan (the Philippines), Langkawi (Malaysia), and Sumba (Indonesia). Ranked only behind Koh Samui (Thailand), Pearl Island was also the sole representative from Viet Nam to appear in this year’s ranking.

Co Thach Beach in Lam Dong Province boasts a remarkable seven-coloured pebble beach of exceptional geological value, set against the tranquil bakdrop of a traditional fishing village. If you seek a short getaway from urban bustle and wish to witness ancient rock formations shaped over millions of years, Co Thach deserves a place on your upcoming travel itinerary.

According to the Viet Nam National Authority of Tourism, Hoi An Ancient Town (Da Nang City), the War Remnants Museum, and the Cu Chi Tunnels (Ho Chi Minh City) have been recognised among Asia’s top attractions in Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best of Tripadvisor.

The Ho Chi Minh City Waterway Tourism Society (HWTS) has been launched as part of efforts to promote industry linkages, effectively exploit the city’s waterways tourism resources, and boost tourism.

The fishing village of Chau Thuan Bien in Dong Son Commune, Quang Ngai Province, attracts visitors not only with its emerging tourist sites but also with its reputation as the place where artefacts from centuries past that were recovered from beneath the sea have been preserved.

On June 13, the Thung Nham Summer Fest 2026, themed “Awakening Summer”, at Thung Nham Ecotourism Area in Nam Hoa Lu Ward, Ninh Binh Province, attracting large numbers of local residents and visitors.

Gia Lai Province is positioning itself as an emerging destination for the Republic of Korea (RoK) tourists and investors, leveraging its unique blend of coastal landscapes, Central Highlands scenery and rich cultural heritage.

To diversify summer tourism products and enhance visitor experiences, tourist attractions across Ninh Binh Province are actively introducing a wide range of distinctive and appealing tourism and cultural activities.

Thanks to its reliable winds, favourable climate and unique coastal scenery, Mui Ne is becoming one of Asia's leading kitesurfing destinations, attracting growing numbers of international tourists and athletes each year, according to Figaro Nautisme, a French magazine specialising in maritime tourism and water sports.

Coastal destinations, particularly Phu Quoc and Da Nang, are leading Viet Nam's summer tourism boom, according to online travel platform Traveloka.

Vietjet has announced a new direct route connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Cebu, one of the Philippines’ most important economic, tourism, and aviation hubs, further expanding its international network and enhancing connectivity across ASEAN.

Viet Nam ranks among the four ASEAN countries most chosen by people in the region for travel, work, and live in, according to a survey in 2026 by Singapore’s Yusof Ishak Institute (ISEAS).

Located around 20 kilometres from the centre of the former Tuy Hoa City, the Hon Yen National Scenic Complex is home to a rare natural treasure: a vibrant coral reef spanning more than 12.7 hectares that emerges from the shallow waters at extremely low tide.

Viet Nam and Russia are moving to deepen tourism cooperation as visitor flows between the two countries rebound sharply, prompting both sides to seek practical measures to sustain rapid growth and address emerging challenges.

The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 (DIFF 2026), themed “United Horizons”, officially opened in Da Nang City on the evening of May 30.

The Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026 is scheduled to take place from July 17 to 19 under the theme “Ocean Colours – Going Global”, aiming to further promote Khanh Hoa’s image as a safe, high-quality, attractive, and friendly tourist destination.

For the 2026 summer holiday season, Vietnamese travellers are increasingly drawn to destinations that combine natural beauty, cultural richness and a spirit of exploration, ranging from pristine islands and heritage centres to highland regions with mild climates.