Vietnam surges as Asia’s top 2026 travel destination, targeting 25 million international arrivals after 2025’s record 21.2 million—outpacing Thailand’s 28% growth and Indonesia’s 15% with 287% New Year spikes in Hanoi alone. Phu Quoc, Da Lat, and Ha Long bay attract with visa waivers, direct flights out of India/China, and recognition by UNESCO heritage, have been creating VND 2,632B of HCMC holiday revenue. That, contrasting with the marketing blitzes of noisy neighbours, the quiet advantage of Vietnam, with its infrastructural (new airports, high-speed rail), environmentally sustainable eco-tourism, and 73% occupancy rates, puts it in the fastest-recovering crown of the UNWTO in the face of post-pandemic wanderlust.
Strategic Visa Reforms
2026 travel boom fueled by e-visas for 90+ countries, doubling Korean/Indian inflows.
Infrastructure Investments
Upgraded airports, cruise terminals boost Ha Long/Hue accessibility over rivals.
Sustainable Destination Appeal
Eco-focus in Ninh Binh/Mang Den attracts premium millennials, sustaining 70% occupancies.
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