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Vietnam faces increasing competition from China, Thailand in race for Russian tourists

Vietnam faces increasing competition from China, Thailand in race for Russian tourists

Vietnam is gaining traction among Russian travelers, but sustaining that momentum will depend on how well it competes with China's easier access and Thailand's established tourism infrastructure.
Affordable travel, friendly locals keep foreign visitors returning to Vietnam

Affordable travel, friendly locals keep foreign visitors returning to Vietnam

Local fashion is turning Ho Chi Minh City into tourists' shopping 'paradise'

Local fashion is turning Ho Chi Minh City into tourists' shopping 'paradise'

Vietnam's visa-free policy for Chinese tour groups strengthens its edge in Southeast Asia's tourism race

Vietnam's visa-free policy for Chinese tour groups strengthens its edge in Southeast Asia's tourism race

Tourism experts say Vietnam's trialing of visa exemption for Chinese tour groups visiting Khanh Hoa might strengthen its competitiveness against regional rivals, considering it could be expanded to other destinations such as Da Nang and Da Lat if the trial proves successful.
October 15, 2026 | 10:59 pm PT
More police, fewer snatchers: Tourists say Vietnam feels safer

More police, fewer snatchers: Tourists say Vietnam feels safer

Foreign visitors returning to Vietnam report feeling more secure, citing a ubiquitous police presence, swift action against crime, and helpful locals, though scams and chaotic traffic remain concerns.
October 12, 2026 | 07:00 pm PT
Why Hanoi belongs on your nightlife bucket list

Why Hanoi belongs on your nightlife bucket list

Hanoi's nightlife is for more than partygoers, offering as much pleasure in wandering its streets as on its dance floors.
October 10, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
Vietnam records nearly 15% rise in foreign tourists as Southeast Asian countries suffer tourism decline

Vietnam records nearly 15% rise in foreign tourists as Southeast Asian countries suffer tourism decline

Vietnam welcomed 17.7 million international visitors in the first nine months of 2026, up 14.5% year-on-year, bucking a decline in arrivals across several Southeast Asian destinations.
October 2, 2026 | 08:24 pm PT
What has driven Vietnam to its highest tourism development ranking since 2019?

What has driven Vietnam to its highest tourism development ranking since 2019?

Visa reforms, improved airport infrastructure, a strong safety reputation and diverse tourism offerings have helped Vietnam achieve its highest tourism development ranking since 2019, industry insiders said.
September 30, 2026 | 07:56 pm PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' receives 8.57 million tourists in 9 months

Asia's 'most beautiful island' receives 8.57 million tourists in 9 months

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by Condé Nast Traveler readers, has surpassed its full-year target three months ahead of schedule after welcoming 8.57 million tourists in the first nine months of this year, up 30% year-on-year.
September 30, 2026 | 03:06 pm PT
Wait an hour for taxis: Heavy rain disrupts some tourists' plans as others enjoy cool air in HCMC

Wait an hour for taxis: Heavy rain disrupts some tourists' plans as others enjoy cool air in HCMC

While some tourists sipped beer in flooded bars or walked in raincoats to enjoy the wet weather in Ho Chi Minh City, others waited up to an hour but still could not find a taxi and had to cancel their evening plans as torrential rain inundated downtown streets Wednesday.
September 23, 2026 | 03:24 am PT
Airlines expand Vietnam-Australia services amid tourism boom

Airlines expand Vietnam-Australia services amid tourism boom

Airlines are increasing services between Vietnam and Australia amid rising travel demand fueled by tourism.
August 11, 2026 | 02:00 am PT
Young Vietnamese artist builds career as painter, gallery owner in New York

Young Vietnamese artist builds career as painter, gallery owner in New York

At 23, Vietnamese artist Nguyen Thu Anh has established herself in New York's contemporary art scene as a painter, curator, and co-founder of an independent gallery that has become a platform for emerging artists.
August 6, 2026 | 08:17 pm PT
Vietnam's two largest metropolises voted country's best street food cities in VnExpress survey

Vietnam's two largest metropolises voted country's best street food cities in VnExpress survey

Readers of VnExpress International have ranked Ho Chi Minh City as Vietnam's top street food destination, while Hanoi comes in second.
July 6, 2026 | 08:17 pm PT
It's time to address psychosocial hazards in a changing world of work

It's time to address psychosocial hazards in a changing world of work

A delivery rider works 14 hours a day to meet algorithm-driven targets. A factory worker quietly endures relentless pressure and harassment. A middle-aged manager pushes away thoughts of suicide resulting from stress.
June 10, 2026 | 05:00 pm PT
Why former US math Olympiad coach Po-Shen Loh hires actors for online classes

Why former US math Olympiad coach Po-Shen Loh hires actors for online classes

U.S. mathematician Po-Shen Loh uses professional actors to train teenage math tutors to make online classes as engaging as social media.
May 29, 2026 | 12:24 am PT
Foreign tourists struggle as Hanoi temperatures top 40 C

Foreign tourists struggle as Hanoi temperatures top 40 C

As Hanoi swelters under an intense heatwave, many foreign tourists have been retreating to swimming pools while limiting outdoor activities over health concerns.
May 26, 2026 | 05:00 am PT
Southeast Asian nations review visa policies amid crime concerns. Should Vietnam follow suit?

Southeast Asian nations review visa policies amid crime concerns. Should Vietnam follow suit?

Several Southeast Asian nations are tightening visa policies and cracking down on unruly visitors amid rising crime concerns, but tourism insiders say Vietnam should not go down that path and should allow easy entry for tourists from some key and high-spending markets.
May 18, 2026 | 08:03 pm PT
International student enrollments slump by 24% across Big Four destinations, with US and Canada hardest hit

International student enrollments slump by 24% across Big Four destinations, with US and Canada hardest hit

Universities across the world's four biggest English-speaking study destinations, Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the U.S., reported declines in international student enrollments for the January-March 2026 intake, according to a global survey.
May 18, 2026 | 02:57 pm PT
Southeast Asian cities looking at temperature increase by nearly 4 C by 2050

Southeast Asian cities looking at temperature increase by nearly 4 C by 2050

Extreme heat is becoming a long-term structural challenge across Southeast Asia, where major cities are projected to experience an average hot-season temperature increase of nearly 4 C in 2050 as compared to 2025 levels.
May 9, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
200-year-old UK institution to open Ho Chi Minh City campus

200-year-old UK institution to open Ho Chi Minh City campus

King's College School (KCS) Wimbledon is expanding its Southeast Asian footprint with the announcement of a new campus in Ho Chi Minh City.
May 9, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
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