The ultimate guide to traveling in Vietnam: Destinations, tips, and costs

Vietnam is a country that offers something for every traveler, from history buffs to adventure seekers and food enthusiasts. For those visiting the country for the first time, this guide provides everything you need to know, from when to go and what to try. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/rCI849P via IFT...

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Singapore's Changi no longer world's best airport for immigration services

Hong Kong International Airport surpassed Singapore's Changi as world's best airport for immigration services this year following a passenger satisfaction survey done by British air transport rating organization Skytrax. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/Eob19qc via IFT...

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World's largest airport terminal in China among 100 best airports in Skytrax ranking

China's Beijing Daxing International Airport, home to the world's largest airport terminal, ranked 97th in Skytrax's list of the world's 100 best airports this year, up 28 places from last year. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/coRiJg6 via IFT...

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Asia's most beautiful island resumes immigration services after holiday closures

Indonesia's Bali, voted as Asia's most beautiful island, has reopened immigration services after a week-long closure for Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr holidays. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/ZANxv0X via IFT...

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Man urinates on fellow passenger in business class on Air India flight

A business class passenger aboard an Air India flight has been banned from flying with the airline for 30 days after urinating on a co-passenger from Japan. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/kW7THiw via IFT...

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Eateries in Singapore, world's second most expensive city, close as costs rise, spending falls

Singapore's well-known food scene has been battered by closures in the past year, affecting low-cost hawker stalls, mid-sized operators and Michelin-star restaurants, who say costs are rising and consumers are spending less. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/w6yd08D via IFT...

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Chinese singer Gong Linna explores Vietnamese cuisine in one of world's most expensive cities

Singer Gong Linna recently enjoyed dishes at a newly opened Vietnamese restaurant in Shanghai, one of the world's most expensive cities. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/eWmpAuT via IFT...

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Visa-free Jeju Island fears losing tourists amid rising crime rate

The tourism boom on South Korea's Jeju Island, fueled by its visa-free policy, has been accompanied by a surge in crime, raising concerns among industry insiders that the island could lose visitors. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/bpQrkA1 via IFT...

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A new way to explore world heritage site Ha Long Bay

Instead of flying to Vietnam and traveling to Ha Long Bay by conventional routes, visitors now have a distinctive and scenic option: arriving via the Ha Long International Cruise Port. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/QcZ15Pp via IFT...

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Reunification Day holiday crowds set to flock to Sa Pa

With three weeks still to go for the Reunification Day-Labor Day holidays (April 30- May 1) hotel occupancy rates in Sa Pa have already exceeded 80%. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/eMAGIO3 via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy expects to earn $3.8B from Songkran

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, has expressed its confidence that tourism and spending during the upcoming Songkran festival will remain upbeat. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/CBlgQfP via IFT...

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Miss Grand International Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien to step down as Taiwan tourism ambassador amid advertising scandal

Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, Miss Grand International 2021, will no longer serve as Taiwan's Tourism Ambassador in Vietnam starting this May following her scandal over alleged false advertising. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/s2Ci0hZ via IFT...

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Asia's leading beach destination sees decline in Q1 foreign arrivals

The number of foreign visitors to the Philippines fell by 0.51% in the first quarter of this year to 1.65 million, with key markets such as South Korea and China experiencing significant declines. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/7Jh80o1 via IFT...

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Hoi An leader remorseful about losing coastline to resorts

Nguyen Van Son, chairman of Hoi An City, reflects on tourism growth, heritage preservation and losing its coastline to resorts. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/0nDzaGx via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's largest economy boosts tourism growth amid US new tariffs

Tourism industry can serve as an economic defense tool helping Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, mitigate negative impacts caused by U.S. reciprocal tariffs, Indonesian Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana has said. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/cN2Asxa via IFT...

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6 million foreign tourists visit Vietnam in Q1, a record high

Vietnam welcomed over 6 million international visitors in the first three months of the year, the highest quarterly figure ever recorded. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/BVOawsD via IFT...

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17 Southeast Asian restaurants among Asia's 50 best this year

Nine from Bangkok, seven from Singapore, and one from Jakarta have been named among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list at the annual awards. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/htQYoPO via IFT...

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Ho Chi Minh City trip costs rise, hotel rooms sell out ahead of April 30 holiday

Airfares between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have increased by around 15% compared to last year, and many hotels are fully booked as visitors are set to flock to the city for the upcoming April 30 holiday. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/QzxsNHo via IFT...

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Eat your shoes: Edible Crocs made in Ho Chi Minh City

A shop in Ho Chi Minh City sells up to 1,500 Crocs-shaped cheese cakes daily, drawing crowds with their design and gooey filling. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/mAt2nkr via IFT...

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New hot air balloon experience offers breathtaking views of Ha Long Bay

Tourists visiting the world's UNESCO heritage site Ha Long Bay can take in panoramic views from the sky aboard stationary hot air balloons starting this April. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/CI3tRUF via IFT...

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Asia's most beautiful island introduces mandatory tourist reporting system for accommodations

Authorities in Indonesia have launched a new system that allows accommodation providers to report the presence of foreign guests on their premises in Bali, voted Asia's most beautiful island. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/O7VPbH1 via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy revises tourism strategy, still targets 38 million visitors despite earthquake

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, is maintaining its forecast for foreign tourist arrivals at 38 million this year despite the powerful earthquake that rocked Southeast Asia last week. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/3EeqzwB via IFT...

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Thailand launches digital arrival card system to cut immigration wait time

Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports has unveiled a new digital arrival card system, an online platform designed to replace the traditional paper-based TM.6 arrival form. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/LqfZeGo via IFT...

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49-storey 'Ghost Tower' in Bangkok goes viral after surviving powerful earthquake

The Sathorn Unique Tower, a 49-story building abandoned for decades in Thailand's Bangkok, recently went viral on social media after miraculously surviving a 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar that shook Southeast Asia. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/ErkqT6u via IFT...

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Tourists flock to world's most favorite destination to take photos with cherry blossoms

Tourists marveled at Tokyo's cherry trees this week at the peak of the annual blossom season that traditionally represents fresh starts, but also life’s fleeting impermanence. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/lEeSMAj via IFT...

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Tourists cancel plans to Thailand for Songkran celebrations after deadly earthquake

Many tourists have canceled visits to Bangkok during Songkran in mid-April in the Thai capital due to safety concerns after the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar shook Southeast Asia. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/KvmVjGC via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's largest economy operates auto gates at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

Indonesia’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, is operating 98 auto gates to streamline immigration inspections during the annual Eid al-Fitr exodus. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/0SnWxs8 via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy fears decline in foreign arrivals after deadly earthquake

Thailand, Southeast Asia's second-largest economy, could see a 10% to 15% drop in foreign arrivals over the next two weeks following a massive earthquake in Myanmar that sent tremors through Bangkok. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/sPT3Qvd via IFT...

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Singapore deports 9 foreigners for illegal activities at Changi Airport

Nine foreign travelers will be deported and banned from returning to Singapore after they were found approaching fellow nationals at Changi Airport to transport gold and mobile phones back to their home countries. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/h2PtUYo via IFT...

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Thailand to hold Songkran festival as planned despite safety concerns following Myanmar earthquake

The Tourism Authority of Thailand confirmed on Monday that Songkran celebrations across the country would proceed as scheduled. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/dX0bvwT via IFT...

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Vietnam Airlines launches direct service to world's largest airport terminal in China

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on Saturday launched a direct flight service from Ho Chi Minh City to Beijing, China, via Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), the world's largest airport terminal. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/0huKVXA via IFT...

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French chefs quake as Michelin prepares new guide

Chefs across France are waiting for one of the most exciting and dreaded moments of the year: publication of the new annual guide from Michelin with its highly coveted stars. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/paA4Rqd via IFT...

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The Ha Giang loop: Top experiences on a 350-km road trip

Social media, tour companies, fellow travelers - everywhere you turn these days you will be inundated with photos and videos telling you the importance of "doing the Ha Giang loop." from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/c9eI5Em via IFT...

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Must-do experiences in Ha Giang

Social media, tour companies, fellow travelers - everywhere you turn these days you will be inundated with photos and videos telling you the importance of "doing the Ha Giang loop." from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/PxRcK7J via IFT...

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Hue's ghostly dragon park gets new life as community space

A once-abandoned park featuring a giant dragon statue in central Vietnam's Hue has been revitalized into a public space, drawing tourists and locals with its fresh upgrades. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/F6L0nfv via IFT...

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The ultimate guide to top 10 attractions in Da Nang

From the sands of My Khe Beach to the Golden Bridge on Ba Na Hills, Da Nang is a dynamic city that blends stunning landscapes and cultural landmarks. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/VacYNXR via IFT...

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World's second most beautiful island among 10 most searched Vietnamese destinations during Hung King's Festival

Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam was one of the 10 most searched destinations in Vietnam during the upcoming Hung King's Festival in early April, according to travel agency Booking.com. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/kL0Ys1r via IFT...

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Three regions, one table: Hanoi restaurant serves over 200 dishes from across Vietnam

Recognized by Asia’s Excellent Awards 2025, Quan An Ngon sets the standard for Vietnamese dining with around 220 dishes from the north, central, and south regions. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/xWHnvKR via IFT...

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Malaysia reports no flight disruptions after Myanmar earthquake

Airlines in Malaysia have confirmed there were no flight cancelations following the powerful earthquake that struck central Myanmar and affected neighboring countries including Thailand and Vietnam on Friday. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/T7zW3Dk via IFT...

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Foreign tourists in Bangkok recall 'terrifying experiences' as deadly earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

Many foreign tourists were shocked by the terrible situation in Thailand's Bangkok on Friday and reassured each other to stay calm after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing tremors to other Southeast Asian countries. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/R0iS6gK via IFT...

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Singapore jails Chinese tourist for trying to bribe Changi Airport immigration officer

A Chinese tourist has been sentenced to three weeks in jail for attempting to bribe an immigration officer at Singapore's Changi Airport to avoid being denied entry. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/VyMNoAd via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's second largest economy approves draft law for casinos

Thailand's Cabinet on Thursday approved a draft law for casinos and entertainment complexes, as Southeast Asia's second largest economy looks to attract more tourists and build a major gaming industry. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/kL5Wfxr via IFT...

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AirAsia flight turns back due to engine fire, lands safely at Kuala Lumpur

An AirAsia flight bound for China returned to Kuala Lumpur due to an engine fire shortly after takeoff and landed safely with no injuries reported, Malaysian authorities said on Thursday. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/egY2nCj via IFT...

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Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin enjoy dining at Michelin-starred restaurant

South Korean actress Son Ye Jin and her husband Hyun Bin enjoyed their weekend dinner at a three-Michelin-star restaurant in Yongsan District, Seoul. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/tvK9nVS via IFT...

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Asia's most beautiful island to crack down on unruly tourists with new guidelines

Bali, consistently voted Asia's most beautiful island, has introduced new guidelines for foreign tourists to curb misbehaviors and improve its tourism image amid travel boom. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/90nJtCr via IFT...

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Flight bound for China makes U-turn to US after pilot forgets passport

Passengers headed to China aboard a recent United Airlines flight faced an unexpected travel headache after a pilot's forgotten passport prompted their return to the United States. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/jrRxdoS via IFT...

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Southeast Asia's largest economy targets 2 million Chinese visitors this year

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, expects to welcome two million Chinese visitors this year, an increase of nearly 70% compared to last year, thanks to a growing number of direct flights between the two countries. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/OeJ4uTp via IFT...

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World's most favorite travel destination enters cherry blossom season

Japan's official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country's favorite flower, declaring the official start of the festive season in the Japanese capital. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/yL2TmOA via IFT...

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Hundreds of tourists forced to leave Hanoi's Train Street over safety concerns

Police in Hanoi conducted a surprise inspection on Monday, forcing hundreds of tourists, including foreigners, to leave the popular Train Street due to safety concerns. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/FVXLTHY via IFT...

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'Antipathy' to US: Tourists turning away from Trump's America

In just a few weeks, the U.S. tourism outlook has clouded as a result of some of President Donald Trump's policy decisions, which have angered some foreign visitors and prompted fear of a surge in prices and a stronger dollar. from VnExpress English https://ift.tt/0QmzJ3K via IFT...

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