On May 31, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dak Lak Province said that Buon Ma Thuot, Dak Lak Province, Viet Nam’s coffee capital in the heart of the majestic Central Highlands, has been recognised by National Geographic as one of the world’s best culinary destinations in its “Best of the World 2026” list, one of the most influential travel rankings globally, reaching more than 150 million readers worldwide.