Hoi An among world's most colorful places to visit
The ancient town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has made its way into a list of the world’s most colourful places compiled by luxury tour operator Unforgettable Croatia based on Tripadvisor reviews.
Hanoi (VNA) – The ancient townof Hoi An in the central province of Quang Namhas made its way into a list of the world’s mostcolourful places compiled by luxury tour operatorUnforgettable Croatia based on Tripadvisor reviews.
With1,105 reviews commenting on its colors, Hoi An ranked third on the list afterNyhavn in Denmark with 2,755 reviews and Chihuly Garden and Glass in the US with 1287 reviews, according to data collectedlast July by the London-based tour operator.
"The small town is renowned for its mix of Japanese, Chinese and Frenchinfluences and streets lit with lanterns of all shapes, sizes and, moreimportantly, colors," it noted.
"In the evenings the lights from the yellow painted buildings and orangesun reflect off the water in a captivating way."
Colorful floating lanterns are also a distinct feature of Hoi An, which hoststhe lantern festival on the 14th day of each lunar month, when all electriclights of the town are switched off. The town is a World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO.
The other colorful places on the list were: Park Guell in Spain, Bo-kaap inSouth Africa, Jardin Majorelle in Morocco, Church of the Savior on SpilledBlood in Russia, Park and National Palace of Pena in Portugal, Dubai MiracleGarden in the United Arab Emirates, La Boca in Argentina, and Busan GamcheonCulture Village in the Republic of Korea./.
In an article published on February 8, Time Out introduced a list of 21 most romantic places in the world. Vietnam's Hoi An ancient town comes in ninth place on the list.
Hoi An ancient city ranks the 20th in the list of the 25 best tourist cities in the world, while Phu Quoc island occupies the 14th spot in the list of the 25 best islands in the world by the Travel+Leisure.
Hoi An, the sole representative of Vietnam, is ranked 20th among the 25 best cities of the world in 2022, as voted by readers of Travel + Leisure US travel magazine.
The 18th Hoi An-Japan Cultural Exchange opened in Hoi An ancient city, a World Cultural Heritage of Humanity, in the central province of Quang Nam on August 26 evening.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
A street corner in Hoi An (Photo: VNA) 
