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From today (1/7), Vietnam has officially resumed inbound tourism operations, allowing foreign travellers to cross its borders for the first time since March, when the country closed due to COVID-19. Vietnam’s decision to revive their tourism sector comes after months of careful consideration, and will include […]

Vietnam continues to lead the global pandemic recovery, with a reopening of domestic flight networks offering further cause for optimism at the start of this month. As the country prepares to welcome back international arrivals following its COVID-19 lockdown, the prognosis for […]

Vietnam’s biggest and most popular island is set for a return to normal tourism operations, as the country begins steadily reopening travel destinations nationwide. Phu Quoc, also known as Pearl Island, will become one of the first locations back in business, as the […]

With just over 300 cases of COVID-19 and zero deaths attributed to the virus, Vietnam has stunned the world with the efficacy of its control and containment measures in the face of the coronavirus. As the country prepares to reopen its borders […]

Vietnam will officially reopen its borders and issue e-visas to citizens of 80 countries worldwide, starting from 1st July, 2020. The decision was confirmed by the nation’s 79/NQ-CP resolution, issued on Monday via the government portal in reference to laws on foreigner entry, exit, transit and residence in Vietnam.   The resolution states that citizens from European […]

In a positive sign for the continued revival of the international tourism industry in Vietnam, the luxurious Alma Resort is set to officially open for business at the end of this month.   The property had already begun taking domestic bookings from December 2019, though […]

A Ho Chi Minh City-based chain of bakeries has turned a nationwide surplus to its advantage, with colourful and uplifting results for the city’s residents. Restrictions due to the COVID-19 lockdown have led to a 66,000-pound surplus of dragon fruit. […]

Confirmed cases: 268Number of deaths: 0* Travel restrictions:As of March 22nd 2020, entry into Vietnam has been suspended for all foreign nationals. The only exceptions are for those entering the country for diplomatic and official purposes, or experts granted access […]

The Vietnamese airline Vietjet has launched an exclusive Power Pass, which allows passengers to take unlimited domestic flights around the country for the next 12 months. The pass offers unprecedented flexibility for flights, unlimited changes to itineraries and the option […]

In recognition of its commitment to sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, Panorama Destination Vietnam has become only the ninth organization nationwide to be awarded Travelife Partner status, and the third Panorama Destination branch to achieve this accolade. The award was […]

In the latest round of measures intended to combat COVID-19, Vietnam has decided to temporarily suspend its unilateral visa exemption policy for citizens of Belarus, Russia and Japan. The new restrictions will come into effect from 21st March, according to […]

In a concerted effort to stop COVID-19 entering the country, Vietnam has suspended Visa On Arrival (VOA) services to all foreign nationals. This applies to all new applicants, except those travelling for diplomatic or official purposes. Those who currently hold […]

Vietnam has decided to temporarily block entry to citizens of the UK and Schengen countries, along with any other travellers who have travelled through these countries within the last 14 days. These drastic measures have been put in place to […]

In response to the current novel coronavirus (Covid-19) situation, a number of tourist attractions in Vietnam will be temporarily closed to the public. The following closures are expected to last a maximum of 14 days, and the majority will re-open […]

Earlier this month, Vietnam was officially removed from the CDC list of countries where community transmission posed a threat (read the full news here). The country was also on the verge of being declared officially virus-free, as there had been […]

Phu Quoc’s idyllic Ong Lang Beach is set to welcome its first premium international resort, with the opening of the new Mövenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc. With a total of 305 guestrooms, the property is ideal for family holidays, weddings, […]

Vietnam has been officially removed from a list of countries in which coronavirus transmission remains a possibility. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the USA has taken Vietnam down from its travel guidance list, which warns international […]

Dusit International has signed an agreement with a local real estate developer to build an upmarket hotel in Hanoi’s Tay Ho District. The Dusit Tu Hoa Palace, Hanoi, will be situated at the northern end of the city’s West Lake […]

Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism has confirmed that Vietnam remains a safe and attractive destination for international travel amid the global Covid-19 outbreak. The minister made the statement on Tuesday (18/2) during a reception in Hanoi for […]

Fusion have announced their third suite-style property in Vietnam, with the grand opening of Fusion Suites Vung Tau. Located in the centre of Vung Tau, the new hotel stretches out over 19 floors and features a total of 171 suites […]

Vietjet has officially opened two international flight services connecting the Vietnamese city of Can Tho with Taipei and Seoul, the capital cities of Taiwan and South Korea, respectively. Starting today (16/1), the Can Tho – Taipei route will be serviced […]

The Vietnamese government has confirmed they will allow international visitors to pay the same rates as locals when visiting relics and historic sites, starting in January 2020. The new regulation, outlined in Circular 85/2019/TT-BTC, was issued by Vietnam’s Ministry of […]

2019 was a bumper year for tourism in Vietnam, as a surge in interest on the international stage was reflected by a spate of awards and more foreign tourist arrivals than ever before. Meeting its targets and smashing the previous […]

Radisson Blu, a member of Radisson Hotel Group, has opened a brand-new luxury beachfront resort in Vietnam, while also unveiling plans for several more builds in the next few years. The Radisson Blu Resort Cam Ranh will be the group’s […]

To cap off a bumper year of awards and accolades, Vietnam has further garnered its international reputation with a major gong at the 26th World Travel Awards (WTA) in Oman. At the awards ceremony, attended by key decision-makers and prominent […]

Hyatt Hotels has confirmed Vietnam will welcome the launch of its first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House project in Southeast Asia, following a deal signed between a Hyatt affiliate and Xuan Mai Sai Gon Construction Investment Joint Stock Company. […]

Vietnam Airlines has completed a month of operations on a new route connecting Ho Chi Minh City with the popular holiday island of Bali in Indonesia. The new service is the second offering to Indonesia by the airline, whose Ho […]

Fusion have confirmed plans to triple the number of properties in their Vietnam portfolio over the next three years, with 10 new hotels and resorts set to open nationwide. The first of the new properties will be Fusion Suites Vung […]

National Geographic has named Vietnam’s Tran Quoc and Buu Long Pagodas in their list of the world’s most beautiful Buddhist monuments. The US-based non-profit organization and respected educational digest selected the two structures, located in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh […]

As part of an agreement signed with Ho Tram Project Company (HTP), InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is set to rebrand The Grand Ho Tram Hotel at Ho Tram Strip integrated resort. As part of the ambitious new project, which is […]

Starting next year, the fledgeling Vietravel Airlines will become Vietnam’s sixth domestic airline. Owned by tour operator Vietravel, the flyer is currently putting the finishing touches to the licenses and certificates needed to launch its maiden charter flight, slated for […]

Vietnam has been named “Asia’s Leading Destination” at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony 2019. At this prestigious awards event, Vietnam collected a wide range of accolades, confirming the nation’s growing reputation as a tourism destination […]

Tui Group is set to continue its Asian expansion, when the flagship Tui Blue hotel comes to Vietnam early next year. Slated to open in March 2020, the hotel is a joint venture with the TMG Group. Located on Tam […]

Starting from 27th October 2019, two of Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations will benefit from increased flight connectivity to Vietnam, courtesy of the nation’s flag carrier. Vietnam Airlines will launch direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) with Bali, […]

Thailand’s leading hotel operator has set its sights on opening at least 20 new hotels over the next five years, according to a recent statement. Sites earmarked for development projects include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Haiphong, along with […]

Hạ Long Bay in Vietnam’s Quảng Ninh Province has been named one of the most popular attractions in Asia, according to the South China Morning Post newspaper, based in Hong Kong. The UNESCO World Heritage site was placed fifth overall […]

In a statement from the US Department of Transportation, it has been confirmed that Vietnam Airlines will become the nation’s first carrier to secure a license to fly direct to the US. According to the agreement, the airline will soon […]

Earlier this year, Vietnam was listed as one of the world’s top 20 most beautiful countries by Rough Guides, a UK travel guidebook and reference publisher. The complete list is based on the votes of readers worldwide, collected from Rough […]

AccorHotels have confirmed they will continue their expansion of the recently acquired Mövenpick  Hotels & Resorts brand with two more properties, in Van Phong and Halong Bay, respectively. The two new hotels are slated to open in late 2021. Located […]

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$45 million loan to help Vietnam transform secondary towns into more economically inclusive, competitive tourism destinations, according to a report published by TTG Asia. Known by the catchy moniker of the Second […]

Fusion have announced the opening of their newest development, following a period of renovation and redesign. The secluded extension of the all-spa-inclusive property on Vietnam’s south-central coast features 50 all-new one-bedroom villas, a spacious outdoor pool (the largest on the […]

In a move that’s designed to promote tourism and trade between the two countries, Vietjet has launched a new service connecting the island of Phu Quoc in Vietnam and the South Korean capital of Seoul. The Phu Quoc-Seoul route will […]

Asia’s most popular budget carrier, AirAsia has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation outlining its intention to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam alongside local partners. The signing took place at the Vietnam Travel and Tourism Summit 2018, with Vietnamese […]

The luxury European group Vienna House has announced its arrival in Southeast Asia with news that Vienna House Vung Tau is set to open in Vietnam in 2021. The new property will be owned by Vietnamese property developer Phuc Dat […]