Highland tourism revitalises cultural heritage

03/06/2026
03:33

In 2026, outdoor and nature-based tourism is the most-booked travel category worldwide. While Việt Nam does not track "ethnic tourism" as a separate revenue category, the country's tourism sector generated an estimated USD 38 billion in 2025 across domestic and international markets. Beyond its economic contribution, ethnic tourism actively supports the preservation, development, and revitalisation of local cultural heritage.

Vietnamese consumers embrace AI-integrated home appliances

Vietnamese consumers embrace AI-integrated home appliances

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Việt Nam’s household appliance market is being reshaped by artificial intelligence, as AI-powered products become increasingly popular among consumers. Smart appliances are moving into the mainstream as families seek greater convenience, energy efficiency and more personalised living experiences.

Highland tourism revitalises cultural heritage

Highland tourism revitalises cultural heritage

Lifestyle 03:33

In 2026, outdoor and nature-based tourism is the most-booked travel category worldwide. While Việt Nam does not track "ethnic tourism" as a separate revenue category, the country's tourism sector generated an estimated USD 38 billion in 2025 across domestic and international markets. Beyond its economic contribution, ethnic tourism actively supports the preservation, development, and revitalisation of local cultural heritage.

Service robots enter Việt Nam’s F&B scene

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Across Việt Nam, more and more businesses in the F&B industry are looking to integrate technology into the dining experience as innovation becomes an important part of how brands attract and engage customers. And now, service robots are joining the shift. To better understand their impact on Việt Nam’s dining industry, let's have a closer look.

"Stand bánh mì" trend takes over social media

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For over a week now, thousands of international TikTok accounts have embraced a playful wordplay, remixing the famous song "Stand by Me" by American musician Benjamin Earl King into "Stand bánh mì," a fun reference to the experience of eating bánh mì on the pavement.

Happy Vietnam 2026 media awards launched

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The annual "Happy Vietnam 2026" media awards on human rights in Việt Nam, launched its 4th edition on 21 May. The event organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in collaboration with Vietnam Television and Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists, officially The awards honour authentic stories that reflect the Vietnamese people’s well-being, human rights, and national development.

Cannes Film Festival 2026 opens

Cannes Film Festival 2026 opens

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The 2026 Cannes Film Festival has officially opened in France, drawing global attention and marking one of the most significant events of the cinematic year. This year, 22 films are competing for the Palme d'Or across a wide range of genres, including drama, war, science fiction, and politically themed works. The festival’s closing ceremony and award presentation will take place on 23 May.