There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines:
Green transition in tourism: a challenging must-do
With joint efforts from businesses, local authorities, communities and travellers, the road to green tourism may be the most rewarding path forward for Vietnam’s tourism future. Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA) Chairman Vu The Binh has said that the association has developed and issued the VITA Green criteria – a practical and measurable framework that allows businesses to self-assess and improve their sustainability efforts systematically.
(source: VietnamPlus)
Vietnam cements golf legacy at 2025 Faldo Series Asia Final
Vietnam’s standing as one of Asia Pacific’s premier golf hubs will only strengthen in the coming years. That was the key message shared by Matthew Faldo, Director of the Faldo Series, at a press conference during the penultimate day of play at the 2025 Faldo Series Asia Grand Final, taking place this week at the acclaimed Laguna Golf Lang Co.
(source: Travel Daily News)
Vietnam rises as Southeast Asia’s go-to destination for Indian tourists
Breath-taking landscapes, increasingly upscale tourism infrastructure, globally renowned cuisine and an expanding network of direct flights are propelling Vietnam past Thailand as the new favourite destination for travellers from the Indian subcontinent. For years, Thailand reigned as the default getaway for Indian tourists in Southeast Asia. But that is quickly changing. A March 2025 article in The Economic Times notes that Vietnam now commands more attention from Indian travellers than any other destination in the region.
(source: Bao VietNamNet)
Tourism set to boom with ‘Six Countries, One Destination’ plan
A shared visa zone for the Southeast Asia region, similar to Europe’s Schengen visa mechanism, could be a game-changer for Vietnam’s tourism sector. The proposed “Six Countries, One Destination” initiative aims to facilitate seamless travel across six neighbouring countries, thus boosting regional tourism. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra have already agreed to pilot the tourism initiative involving Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.
(source: Nation Thailand)
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