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Vietnam Medical Tourism Alliance launched
The alliance aiming to promote Vietnam as a leading global hub for integrated medical tourism.
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Hanoi tourism records nearly 9 million arrivals in Q1, 2026
A recent survey by Vietnam Report shows that the majority of tourists prefer booking services through travel apps like Traveloka and Booking.com, accounting for 78.5%, while 56.9% book through travel company websites. This indicates that digital tourism development is becoming the main trend.
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Tourism sector expected to contribute 14% to GDP by 2030
The sector is undergoing a strategic repositioning under an updated national tourism development plan.
Dong Nai to build four railways to Chua Chan Mountain with $715 mln investment
It is the highest peak in Dong Nai province and the second tallest in the Southeast region, following Ba Den Mountain in Tay Ninh province.
Vietnam leads ASEAN in number of Heritage Parks
There are currently 12 ASEAN Heritage Parks in the country.
Vietjet Air launches Phu Quoc - Singapore direct air route
The air route was launched during Party General Secretary To Lam’s official visit to Singapore between March 11-13.
Vietnam Airlines launches HCMC– Bali direct air route
The launching ceremony was held during Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to Indonesia between March 9-11.
Visa waiver policy for citizens from 12 countries will be extanded
Under a new government resolution, citizens from 12 countries including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland will be waived from visa requirements from March 15, 2025 to March 14, 2028.
Transportation services continue to boom
Freight transport estimated at 471.8 million tons in the first two months of the year.