Gia Lai Province will anchor Vietnam’s tourism strategy, using heritage, landscapes and global accolades to expand its international visitor base. Vietnam’s National Tourism Year 2026 will run as a year-long […]
Viet Nam’s Tourism Year 2026 brings mountains and sea together Read More
The Mekong’s ancient civilizations might not have known about airplanes and trains, but they did create the connections those transport options still use heavily today. These paths have inspired this
These Ancient Colors Don’t Run: the Colors of Mekong Cultural Route Read More
It’s an enriching cultural experience that pairs beautifully with the natural wonders of Đồng Cao. The Đồng Cao Plateau in Vân Sơn Commune, Bắc Ninh Province, is rapidly becoming a
Đồng Cao Plateau, a paradise for cloud hunters and campers Read More
The activities aim to celebrate Việt Nam’s diverse cultural identities, contribute to upholding traditional values, and foster exchange, solidarity, and mutual support among ethnic groups. The Vietnam National Village for
Hà Nội’s ethnic culture village kicks off month-long Tết celebrations Read More
The flight, coded VN1 and operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, departed from Hanoi and landed at Long Thanh after more than two hours. On board were Deputy Prime Minister
Vietnam Airlines operates 1st passenger flight to Long Thanh International Airport Read More
On December 13, during a working visit to the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (China), a delegation of the Standing Committee of the Tuyen Quang Provincial People’s Council, led by Le
Strengthening cooperation and sharing development experience Read More
On the afternoon of December 14, 2025, the Ministry of Tourism organized the first Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam National Tourism Organization meeting to promote the promotion of «Three countries, one destination» with the
Vinh Khanh Food Street in Ho Chi Minh City has been honored by Time Out, a leading travel magazine in the UK, in its ranking of “The coolest streets in
Vietnamese food street honored among the world’s coolest streets Read More
Next time a “road trip” is in the cards, explore this Mekong itinerary that trades major cities for seriously down-home charm. “Route 8” refers to a highway in Lao PDR
Riding the “Route 8” Trail: Mekong River to South China Sea by Road Read More
The Mekong’s destination management companies must toe a precarious line – how do you scale your offerings while protecting the communities you serve? It’s up to Chi Ngo, Community Initiatives
As of November 2025, the Government of Vietnam has made the decision to approve the construction of a 2nd high-speed railway that would stretch and connect the well-known Vietnamese cities,
Travel Faster: Vietnam’s New High-Speed Rail to Halong Bay Will Boost Tourism Read More
Luang Prabang, Lao PDR – Thursday, June 26, 2025 – TheMekong countries unveiled the final draft Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Tourism Strategy 2030 at the 2025 Mekong Tourism Forum in
Thanks to a convergence of factors, rail transport has become the hot new thing in Mekong travel. The Greater Mekong Sub-Region (GMS) is no stranger to rail travel – the
Rail tourism’s revival in the Mekong: Full Steam Ahead! Read More
Don’t think of the West Mekong Discovery Trail as “off-the-beaten path”. Think of it as a direct line to the culture, nature and absolute unspoiled splendor of the Greater Mekong
The West Mekong Discovery Trail: A Deep-Dive Into the Mekong’s Most Authentic Spots Read More
Construction of Section 2 of the Vientiane-Hanoi expressway, which will connect Paksan district to the Laos-Vietnam border in Xaychamphone district, Bolikhamxay, is set to begin immediately. On 13 October, the
Work to Start on Vientiane-Hanoi Expressway Section Two, Completion Expected by 2030 Read More
