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Mui Ne (Mui Ne, near Phan Thiet in Lam Dong Province — merged with Binh Thuan Province and Dak Nong Province in the July 2025 provincial reorganization), a fishing village about four hours by car from Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam, has been featured in French marine magazine Figaro Nautisme as "one of Asia's premier kitesurfing destinations"...

"Da Lat Twenty Years Ago" — A Central Highlands Gem Still Off the Tourist Trail. Mang Den, located in Kon Plong District of Quang Ngai Province (formerly Kon Tum Province) in Vietnam's Central Highlands, sits at an elevation of 1,200 metres. Surrounded by seven lakes, three waterfalls, and old-growth forest, it has been called "Cinderella before the ball"...

Lonely Planet picks Da Nang 2nd on the "Top 9 Asian summer destinations." In the "9 destinations to go in Asia in summer" published on May 1, 2026 by the world-famous travel guide "Lonely Planet," the central Vietnamese city of Da Nang ranked 2nd. The magazine described Da Nang as...

The newly built cruise "La Casta Star," launching in May 2026, debuts on the Lan Ha Bay route to avoid the congestion of Ha Long's main bay. We explain all 27 balcony rooms, its 6-star-class onboard facilities, and the appeal of its 2-night, 3-day itinerary.

Ninh Binh Province drew 5.4 million tourists in January–February 2026, up 9.9% year on year. We explain the three major spots—the World Heritage Trang An, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave—the effect of Pullman's opening, and a Hanoi-based two-day, one-night model plan, complete with a price table.

Quy Nhon (Quy Nhon), a port city in Gia Lai Province (formerly Binh Dinh Province) in central Vietnam, has been included in Lonely Planet's "Best in Travel 2026" global top 25, announced in October 2025. Only a handful of Asian cities made the list, and Quy Nhon is the sole Vietnamese selection. Lonely Planet describes it as...

A new 1,400-square-meter park opens in Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City | Vacant lot greened in just 30 days. On April 24, 2026, in the Tang Nhon Phu area (Tang Nhon Phu Ward) of Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City, a new 1,400-square-meter park officially opened. Le Van Vie street (Le Van Vie...

Bai Tu Long Bay in northern Vietnam was selected for Condé Nast Traveler's "7 Wonders of Southeast Asia," published in March 2026. The article introduces it as a relatively quieter alternative to the northeast of Ha Long Bay. However, this is not an official ranking determined by reader votes or on-the-ground research...

A complete guide to tours for enjoying the Mekong Delta, a popular sightseeing area in southern Vietnam. We sort out the differences between classic routes and recommended plans, how to choose between locally departing tours and advance booking, price ranges, and points to note, laying out clearly the key points of Mekong Delta sightseeing so even first-timers can avoid mistakes.

A complete guide to the sightseeing spots of Sapa in northern Vietnam. Along with highlights such as the stunning terraced rice fields, Mount Fansipan, and walkable town areas, we sort out model courses that are easy to follow even for first-timers, how to get around, and tips for your stay, pulling together practical information for making the most of a trip to Sapa.