The “Best Countries in the World” category is part of the magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
The results are based on evaluations from more than 575,000 readers, who rated their travel experiences in each country across various criteria, including culture, scenery, tourism services, and infrastructure.
Condé Nast Traveler readers commented that Vietnam attracts tourists with its rustic charm and captivating beauty.
“With the number of international visitors on the rise since 2019, Vietnam has evolved from a noteworthy destination into a must-visit location,” the magazine affirmed.
Japan topped the ranking with a score of 95.32. Another Southeast Asian destination included in the list is Thailand, which ranked third with 92.29 points.
Vietnam received more than 12.7 million foreign visitors in the first nine months of this year, surpassing the number of 2023 at 12.6 million visitors, according to the Vietnam General Statistics Office.