Vietnam tourism– tag –

In 2026, the number of foreign arrivals to Vietnam is increasing at a record pace. However, descriptions such as "the world's safest" or "a tourism boom everywhere" cannot be confirmed from official statistics. Here we look separately at what the numbers actually show and what to prepare for when traveling. Latest official statistics...

Phu Quoc Island was ranked 2nd in the "Best Island" category at DestinAsian's Readers' Choice Awards 2026. The island moved up from 6th place in 2024 and 5th place in 2025, with Bali taking the top spot. However, this is not a "most beautiful island" ranking measured solely by water clarity by experts; it is a reader-voted...

The coastal city of Quy Nhon has been named 4th in the world on Tripadvisor's "2026 Trending Destinations" list. However, this does not mean it has been ranked the 4th best tourist destination in the world. It is a ranking that measures rising interest based on growth in reviews. As a factor in deciding whether to visit...

Hanoi ranked 25th and Ho Chi Minh City ranked 38th in Time Out's "World's Best Cities 2026." The survey combined responses from more than 24,000 urban residents with votes from more than 100 Time Out experts. While it serves as a useful reference for travel destinations, it is not the same as government statistics or an objective "liveability..."

In the first half of 2025, foreign tourists visiting Vietnam reached about 10.67 million, up about 21% year on year. Even compared with the same period in pre-COVID 2019, it's about 26% higher, making Vietnam's tourism recovery clearly robust. News summary: According to the General Statistics Office of Vietnam...