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The organisers of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 (DIFF 2026) have officially announced the two teams that will compete in the grand final on the evening of July 11.

Viet Nam’s heritage trains are turning ordinary journeys into cultural experiences. With music, cuisine and storytelling woven into the rhythm of the rails, these services are redefining tourism by offering travellers not just a destination, but an encounter with the nation’s landscapes and people.

Following the success of the inaugural edition in 2024, the central province of Quang Tri cooperates with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to elevate the Festival for Peace to the national scale this year, a local official told an international press conference held in Ha Noi on June 25.

In recent years, alongside the country’s socio-economic development and rising living standards, travel demand among both domestic and international visitors has grown steadily.

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.

Amid the vibrant heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Independence Palace stands as a remarkable witness to the nation’s history. More than just a distinctive architectural landmark, it is a site associated with many significant events, most notably the moment of national reunification on April 30, 1975.

The publication said Ha Noi often leaves visitors with an immediate impression of energy and vitality, marked by its busy streets and constant movement. Beneath the bustling urban rhythm, however, lies a city rich in history and culture, featuring iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ha Noi Opera House, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda.

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.

A vibrant mix of street food, traditional dishes and modern culinary trends has helped Ho Chi Minh City secure a spot among the world’s top food destinations, according to a recent ranking by Time Out magazine.

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.

Vietjet has been honoured in two categories, “Outstanding Sustainable Transport” and “HR Strategy for Sustainable Development” at the “Top 50 Corporate Sustainability Awards 2026” (Top 50 CSA), awarded by Nhip Cau Dau Tu Magazine.

In recent years, many craft villages in Ha Noi have refreshed their approach to enhance visitor experiences, thereby creating new appeal and strengthening competitiveness.

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.