Aerial view of a Vietnamese pagoda surrounded by a pond and green landscape.

Vietnam

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Vietnam stretches more than 1,500 kilometres along the South China Sea. The north has Hanoi’s Old Quarter and the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay; the centre holds merchant Hoi An and imperial Hue; the south has bustling Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta. Beach holidays cluster in Nha Trang, Da Nang and on Phu Quoc island. Weather differs sharply between north and south.

New Direct Flights from Russia: How Vietnam and Zanzibar Are Getting Closer

Direct flights Moscow‑Cam Ranh and Moscow‑Zanzibar give Russian travelers new options, accelerate the rise in visitor numbers and shift the landscape of overseas vacations.

Russia looks to Vietnamese planes via wet lease

In recent talks, Russia offered Hanoi to lease Vietnamese aircraft fleets together with crew, maintenance and insurance. The transport minister said the proposals are under review.

New Tourist Train “To the Wonders of World Heritage”: From Hue to Phong Nha‑Ke Bang National Park

Vietnam has launched a unique railway line that links the former imperial capital Hue with the UNESCO‑listed Phong Nha‑Ke Bang National Park. The HQ1/HQ2 trains run daily, stopping at the main sights of Central Vietnam.

Direct flights to Phu Quoc: how Russians can reach Vietnam’s beaches in winter

In the winter of 2026‑2027, direct flights to Vietnam’s Phu Quoc island will start from thirteen Russian cities. Operators, flight dates and tour package details – everything you need to know before you go.

Vietnam in 2026: Russian tourist flow rises and new travel conditions

In 2026 Vietnam welcomed almost 14 million foreign visitors, and the number of Russian tourists jumped 174 %. Visa‑free entry, new direct flights and digital payment options are changing the game for travelers from Russia.

Northern Vietnam in the rainy season: how to prepare for downpours and landslides

In July‑August the northern provinces of Vietnam often see heavy downpours, thunderstorms and fast‑rising floods. Find out which areas are most at risk and how to keep the trip safe.