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International Arrivals to Vietnam Hit New Record in 2025, up Over 20%

08:16 | 10/01/2026

The year 2025 marked an impressive growth milestone for Vietnam’s tourism sector, as the number of international visitors to Vietnam reached an all-time high, increasing by more than 20% compared to 2024 and far exceeding pre-COVID-19 levels.

New Year’s Day 2026: Vietnam’s Tourism Makes Impressive Start with 3.5 Million Visitors

15:10 | 06/01/2026

During the New Year’s Day holiday of 2026 (from January 1 to January 4), Vietnam’s tourism sector is estimated to have welcomed and served approximately 3.5 million visitors.

Vietnam Welcomes Over 15.4 Million International Visitors in Nine Months

07:05 | 09/10/2025

Welcoming over 15.4 million international visitors (a 21.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024), Vietnam’s tourism and travel revenue in the past nine months was estimated at VND 69.6 trillion (up 20.5% year-on-year).

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 16): Vietnam Strengthens Business and Investment Ties in Laos

09:00 | 16/02/2025

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 16): Vietnam strengthens business and investment ties in Laos; Vietnam looks to welcome 23 million foreign visitors this year; Agriculture - key cooperation area between Vietnam, China's Guangxi; Hai Duong, Vientiane exchange experience on people’s council operations.

Vietnam Attracts Over 14.1 Million International Tourists in 10 Months

13:36 | 08/11/2024

Vietnam welcomed more than 14.1 million international tourists in the first 10 months of 2024, an increase of 41.3% year on year, according to the latest report from the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Tourism Sector Thrives with 3 Million Visitors during National Day holiday

15:33 | 04/09/2024

During the National Day holidays from August 31 to September 3, Vietnam’s tourism sector served about 3 million visitors, 20% higher than the figure in the same period last year, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

[Infographics] Vietnam’s Tourism Flourishes with 8.8 Million International Visitors in Six Months

08:33 | 06/07/2024

Vietnam welcomed over 8.8 million international tourists in the first half of 2024, up 4.1% from the same period in 2019, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 8): Top Legislator Begins Official Visit to China

06:14 | 08/04/2024

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 8): Top legislator begins official visit to China; MICE – a key revenue generator for Vietnam’s tourism; Da Nang free trade zone to make breakthrough developments; Vietnam targets all transport means run on green energy by 2050.

Vietnam Tourism Revival Boosted with Over 4.6Mil Foreign Tourists in Q1

10:28 | 01/04/2024

Vietnam aims to serve about 18 million international visitors and 110 million domestic tourists, and earn some VND 840 trillion (USD 33.89 billion) from the sector this year.

Cruise Ships To Bring Over 80,000 Foreign Tourists to Quang Ninh This 2024

10:06 | 14/01/2024

Cruise tourism has been on a good recovery, with many travel firms having registered to bring visitors to Quang Ninh province.

Vietnam - The New Rising Destination For Australian Tourists

15:14 | 28/12/2023

Australians love Vietnam as statistics show that visitors are flocking to the country like never before.

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 30): Vietnam, RoK Bolster Tourism Cooperation

06:04 | 30/09/2023

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 30): Vietnam posts trade surplus of US$21.68 billion in nine months; Vietnam, RoK bolster tourism cooperation; Number of foreign tourists to Vietnam nears 9 million in nine months; Vietnamese and Cambodian navies promote friendship.

Foreign Tourists Visit Hanoi Reaches 3.2 Million

15:56 | 29/09/2023

Since the reopening of its door to tourists on March 15, 2022, Hanoi has carried out concerted measures, with major cultural and tourism events, held to increase the attractiveness of the city’s tourism.

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 29): Vietnam Keen to Enhance Multifaceted Cooperation With Saudi Arabia

23:09 | 28/08/2023

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 29):Vietnam keen to enhance multifaceted cooperation with Saudi Arabia; Vietnam, Singapore strengthen youth cooperation; Vietnam welcomes 7.8 million foreign arrivals over eight months; Vietnam, Cuba tighten special relations.

Top 5 Best Hospitals & Medical Centers for Foreigners in Hanoi

10:15 | 21/08/2023

The demand for medical examinations and treatment among Vietnamese residents and expatriates in Vietnam is constantly increasing. However, with so many private and state hospitals in Hanoi, finding the best one at an affordable price is difficult. The Vietnam Times recommends several medical sites which offer both expert and cheap healthcare.

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 6): US Helps Vietnam Improve Business Environment And Private Sector Competition

06:14 | 06/08/2023

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 6): Prime Minister receives US House of Representatives delegation; First Ho Chi Minh City River Festival launched; US helps Vietnam improve business environment and private sector competition; Youngsters passionate in spreading Hanoi’s image among foreign tourists.

Foreign Guests Enjoy Self-check-in Kiosks at Da Nang Airport

21:01 | 04/08/2023

The Da Nang Airport's international terminal cooperated with Korean Air to equip self-check-in kiosks for passengers on August 1. Passengers flying out of Da Nang can now enjoy the convenience of self-check-in service for the first time.

Multilingual Voice-over, Audio Guide Services Available for My Son Sanctuary

07:18 | 24/07/2023

Foreign tourists can learn about My Son Sanctuary (Duy Phu Commune, Duy Xuyen District, Quang Nam Province) through the 'Multilingual Voiceover - Audio Guide'

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 4): Vietnam Hoped to Welcome 12 Million Foreign Tourists This Year Thanks to New Visa Policy

06:10 | 04/07/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 4): Vietnam hoped to welcome 12 million foreign tourists this year thanks to new visa policy; Vietnam attends 26th Sao Paulo Forum in Brazil; Vietnam’s economic growth to recover in H2: IMF expert; US considers Vietnam one of its key partners in region, say US officials.

Exciting Things To Do in Cua Van Fishing Village

16:00 | 05/05/2023

Voted as a top peaceful village in Vietnam by many reputed magazines around the world like Travel and Leisure or Journeyetc, Cua Van fishing village (Ha Long, Quang Ninh) offers plenty of fun activities, suitable for family vacations, trip with friends, or a couple's getaway.

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