Destination

During three days from September 1-3, the total number of visitors to Quang Ninh Province was estimated at 318,000 (150% over the same period in 2022, with 19,000 international arrivals (448% over the same period in 2022) and 132,000 stay guests (126% over the same period last year). The total revenue from tourism was estimated at 665 trillion VND (27.6 billion USD).

Thanks to good preparation of tourism products, vibrant organisation of cultural, art and sports activities, and security, order and food safety, the cities, tourism centres and destinations around the country welcomed a large number of visitors, during National Day (September 2) holiday, which lasted from September 1 to 4.

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi welcomed 32,768 visitors, including 635 foreigners, on the National Day (September 2), according to its management board.

Wonderland Water Park, the first amusement park in Binh Thuan, opened in Tien Thanh commune, Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province, on August 31, on the occasion of the 78th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - 2023).

This September, more than 200 artisans, compatriots, and artists are set to participate in the activities and events that mark National Day, at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism (in Dong Dong Mo Tourism Area, Son Tay District, Hanoi).

The Saigon-Gia Dinh Commandos Museum in Ho Chi Minh City received a decision recognising it a private museum of the city.

Pilot sightseeing tours at the Ban Gioc-Detian Waterfalls, a scenic area that straddles the Vietnam-China border, are scheduled to open for both countries’ visitors, starting September 15, 2023.

Foreign arrivals in Vietnam hit 1.2 million in August and topped 7.8 million in the first eight months of this year, nearing the target set for the whole year, reported the General Statistics Office on August 29.

Da Nang tops the list of the ten most searched domestic destinations by Vietnamese tourists for the upcoming National Day holiday according to Booking.com, based on hotel searches for the four days from September 1-4.

The tours of Ban Gioc - Detian fall, which flows through Vietnam’s northern border province of Cao Bang and China’s Guangxi, will be piloted from September 15, 2023 to September 14, 2024.

Cu Lao Xanh is located in Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province. From the mainland, the first impression for visitors is a clean and blue island in the middle of the sea. Although it is still a relatively new place on the tourist map of Vietnam, Cu Lao Xanh possesses unique and interesting landscapes.

Vietnamese tourists are mostly booking trips to the sea and islands in the country, as well as destinations in the Asia-Pacific region, for this year's the National Day holiday.

Starting from late August until October, terraced rice fields in northern Vietnam begin to transform into a golden colour, heralding the beginning of the ripening rice season. Here are the best spots to treat your eyes to this spectacle.

One of the efforts by Da Nang City’s government to facilitate locals and visitors in non-cash transactions is to promote the digital transformation of the tourism industry. Online payment by scanning QR codes and the use of e-wallets at many tourist streets and markets have brought convenience to people and visitors.

Moc Chau district, Son La province has launched a mobile application developed specifically for tourists named 'Moc Chau Tour', as a part of activities to celebrate the 78th anniversary of Vietnam National Day (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2023).

The northern province of Quang Ninh welcomed 28 Indian Islamic (Halal) visitors in Ha Long City, on August 23.

The glass bridge named Ngan Thong was officially put into operation to serve tourists at the Love Valley tourist area in Da Lat City, in the Central Highland Province of Lam Dong, on August 19.

Furama Resort Danang has stood as Vietnam's sole representative and was honored with the title of "Best Meeting Hotel in Vietnam 2023” among the 29 awards across six categories of the M&C Asia Stella Awards 2023.

The South China Morning Post (SCMP) of Hong Kong (China) has placed Hoi An Ancient Town in fifth position in a list of the nine best city destinations with beaches around the globe.

The Vietnamese capital Hanoi has been selected by the US News and World Report as one of the best 21 winter vacation destinations, citing its comfortable weather, excellent cuisine and rich traditional culture.

The conservation and embellishment of the values of Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark is a key content discussed at the conference to review the construction and development of the Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark (period 2018-2022) held on August 16.

The Cuc Phuong National Park, a famous tourist destination in the northern province of Ninh Bình, has been named “Asia’s Leading National Park” by the World Travel Awards for the fifth consecutive year.

The Vietnamese capital Hanoi is one of the 21 best destinations for a winter vacation, as compiled by the US News and World Report, a US media company.

In a remote area of the south-central coastal province of Binh Dinh, there is a place that will intrigue those who come to Vinh Son Commune, Vinh Thanh District. This place is the ancient rock citadel of Ta Kon.

Phu Quoc, which is Vietnam’s largest island, is hailed as a much-loved destination among tourists, foreign and domestic, and caters to all budgets, according to UK magazine The Week.

The search for destinations in Vietnam has increased sharply after a new visa policy was approved by the National Assembly (NA), according to Agoda, a digital travel platform.

With abundant natural resources and a great investment in infrastructure, Da Nang is reaching out to become a regional and continental-class tourist city.

Thua Thien Hue is a locality that has been effective in exploiting its tourism potential throf ough the building unique and characteristic product brands. However, experts say that the development of tourism product brands in Hue is still slow and lacks breakthrough.

Located on the bank of the O Lau River in Phuoc Phu Village, Phong Hoa Commune, Phong Dien District, Thua Thien Hue Province, the ancient village of Phuoc Tich is an attractive destination, especially for visitors who are interested in exploring cultural heritage.

Sung Village in Hoa Binh Province is a favourite destination for both domestic and foreign visitors thanks to its rustic and unspoiled natural landscape and the many intact customs and habits of the Dao Tien ethnic minority people.