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Vietnam crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam has once again been voted as the world’s most affordable country for expats in 2026, securing the top spot for the fifth consecutive year, according to the French newswire Journal du Net (JDN).

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Northern Vietnam’s top 10 spring festivals to explore after Tet

After celebrating the Lunar New Year (Tet) with family, many people like to start travelling on the third day of the holiday, with early-spring festivals being popular and meaningful spots to visit to start a new year.

Mong Cai int’l border gate bustles with first tourists in Lunar New Year


Mong Cai International Border Gate in northern Quang Ninh province was bustling with activity on February 17 - the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026 – the Year of the Horse, as it welcomed the first international tourists entering Vietnam.

Da Nang bustles with international arrivals at start of Lunar New Year


Da Nang city on February 17 (the first day of the Lunar New Year) launched several programs to welcome the new year.

First cruises usher in upbeat Lunar New Year tourism season


More than 4,500 international and domestic travelers arrived at Ha Long International Cruise Port on the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet), giving an early boost to what authorities anticipate will be a breakthrough year for tourism in the heritage province.
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Hon Khoai Island donning a new coat

PANO - The vessel glides gently across the waters of Vietnam’s southwestern sea, leaving behind thin white trails like strands of silk. Amidst the sun of the year’s final days and the breeze rustling through rows of casuarina trees, Hon Khoai Island (Dat Mui Commune, Ca Mau Province) gradually emerges before my eyes - solid, contemplative, familiar yet somehow new.

Hanoi offers free parking, public transport during Lunar New Year


In a bid to facilitate travel and leisure activities for residents and visitors during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, Hanoi has introduced a series of free parking sites and public transport.

Recommended experiences for Lunar New Year 2026 in Vietnam


PANO - Rather than following pre-packaged, formulaic itineraries, the Lunar New Year (Tet) has increasingly become a time for travelers to seek out deeper encounters with Vietnam’s local cultures.

Pu Mat National Park - Tourism “treasure” of Nghe An


PANO - Thanks to the improved transport infrastructure, the once remote and isolated western region of Nghe An province has become much more accessible to travelers with a passion for exploration. Among its highlights, the pristine and mysterious Pu Mat National Park is increasingly drawing visitors from near and far who wish to immerse themselves in unspoiled nature.

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