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Tet tourism surge exposes overcrowding, service quality concerns

Tet tourism surge exposes overcrowding, service quality concerns

Vietnam's tourism industry received 14 million travelers during the nine-day Tet holidays, a 12% year-on-year increase, but faced mounting challenges from overcrowding and inconsistent service quality.
Dozens of tourists evacuated as 'world's best destination' experiences flooding

Dozens of tourists evacuated as 'world's best destination' experiences flooding

This Asian country was named world's second biggest hotspot for taxi scams

This Asian country was named world's second biggest hotspot for taxi scams

Wuxia film mogul Zhang Jizhong, wife enjoy Tet holiday in HCMC, Phu Quoc

Wuxia film mogul Zhang Jizhong, wife enjoy Tet holiday in HCMC, Phu Quoc

Chinese director and wuxia producer Zhang Jizhong, 75, explored Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc and Da Nang with his wife, Du Xinglin, who is 31 years his junior, during the Lunar New Year holiday.
February 23, 2026 | 07:30 pm PT
3 Southeast Asian countries named among world's top taxi-scam hotspots

3 Southeast Asian countries named among world's top taxi-scam hotspots

Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines, popular tourism destinations in Southeast Asia, have been listed among top global hotspots for taxi scams, according to a study by British travel insurance provider AllClear.
February 22, 2026 | 10:19 pm PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes 366,000 tourists during Tet holidays

Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes 366,000 tourists during Tet holidays

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, received 366,000 tourist arrivals during the nine-day Tet holiday break, up 30% from last year.
February 22, 2026 | 05:50 pm PT
World's 'most favorite destination' sees tourist arrivals decline in January

World's 'most favorite destination' sees tourist arrivals decline in January

Visitors to Japan, named the "world's most favorite destination" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, fell 4.9% in January from the previous year to mark the first decline in four years, government data showed.
February 22, 2026 | 04:38 pm PT
Southern Vietnam hotspots overwhelmed by Tet holiday crowds

Southern Vietnam hotspots overwhelmed by Tet holiday crowds

Large numbers of travelers flocked to popular southern destinations such as Vung Tau, Da Lat and Phu Quoc during the Tet break, packing beaches and causing severe traffic jams on nearby roads.
February 22, 2026 | 01:20 am PT
Vietnam crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam has once again been voted as the world’s most affordable country for expats in 2026, securing the top spot for the fifth consecutive year, according to the French newswire Journal du Net (JDN).
February 20, 2026 | 01:03 am PT
Hanoi park islet, a sanctuary for cats

Hanoi park islet, a sanctuary for cats

An islet in the middle of a Hanoi park has become a viral sensation for being home to 30 cats.
February 18, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
Hoi An ranks behind Singapore among Asia's top Lunar New Year destinations

Hoi An ranks behind Singapore among Asia's top Lunar New Year destinations

Vietnam's UNESCO-listed ancient town is being spotlighted as one of Asia's most compelling places to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026, offering visitors an intimate, culturally rich alternative to the region's mega parades and high-octane city spectacles.
February 17, 2026 | 07:30 pm PT
Ha Long Bay welcomes 4,500 visitors on first day of Lunar New Year

Ha Long Bay welcomes 4,500 visitors on first day of Lunar New Year

More than 4,500 international and domestic travelers arrived at Ha Long International Cruise Port on the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) on Tuesday.
February 17, 2026 | 06:44 pm PT
Which is the second cheapest flight destination from Singapore in 2026?

Which is the second cheapest flight destination from Singapore in 2026?

Manila in the Philippines was named the second cheapest flight destination in 2026 with an average return flight price of S$240 (US$180.50) to and from Singapore, according to a report by British news site Skyscanner.
February 17, 2026 | 05:00 am PT
From Sa Pa to Bandung: These are Asia's fastest-growing destinations

From Sa Pa to Bandung: These are Asia's fastest-growing destinations

Digital travel platform Agoda recently named the top five rising stars in Asia showcasing the highest growth in international travel interest, with Vietnam's Sa Pa leading the charge.
February 17, 2026 | 04:30 am PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes record-breaking international flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes record-breaking international flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Phu Quoc International Airport recorded 50 international flights on Feb. 14, marking the highest daily figure since the airport commenced operations in 2012, signaling a vibrant Lunar New Year peak season for the island.
February 15, 2026 | 04:36 pm PT
Singapore's Helix Bridge among world's most beautiful: Time Out

Singapore's Helix Bridge among world's most beautiful: Time Out

The Helix Bridge, a pedestrian link connecting Marina Centre and Marina South in the bustling Marina Bay area of Singapore, ranked 16th in a list of the world's 19 most beautiful bridges by British magazine Time Out.
February 15, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
Vietnam's Golden Bridge surpasses Brooklyn, Sydney Harbor in global beauty ranking

Vietnam's Golden Bridge surpasses Brooklyn, Sydney Harbor in global beauty ranking

British magazine Time Out has published a list of the 19 most beautiful bridges in the world, with Vietnam's Golden Bridge ranking 4th thanks to its unique design.
February 15, 2026 | 01:44 am PT
Thailand's Phuket named cheapest destination to fly to from Singapore

Thailand's Phuket named cheapest destination to fly to from Singapore

Phuket Island in Thailand has emerged as the cheapest travel flight destination, with an average return flight price to and from Singapore of S$236 (US$186), according to travel site Skyscanner.
February 15, 2026 | 01:00 am PT
Sa Pa, Phu Quoc brace for Tet tourist rush as hotel occupancy rates reach 90%

Sa Pa, Phu Quoc brace for Tet tourist rush as hotel occupancy rates reach 90%

Popular tourist destinations like Sa Pa and Phu Quoc have reported high hotel occupancy rates during this year Tet holidays, which peak on Feb. 17.
February 14, 2026 | 08:00 pm PT
Inside Southeast Asia's most luxurious train connecting Singapore and Malaysia

Inside Southeast Asia's most luxurious train connecting Singapore and Malaysia

Known as Southeast Asia's most luxurious train, the Eastern & Oriental Express between Singapore and Malaysia features private butler service and fine-dining menus, with fares exceeding US$12,000 per person.
February 14, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
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