According to official statistics, the country welcomed nearly 2.5 million international visitors in January, up 21.4% month-on-month and 18.5% year-on-year. A representative of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) noted that beyond its impressive scale, this figure reflects a notably positive and balanced growth structure across source markets.
With a vast mangrove forest ecosystem, distinctive riverine landscapes, and revolutionary historical relics, Phuoc An commune in Dong Nai province offers many advantages for developing roots tourism.
Vietnam welcomed nearly 21.2 million foreign arrivals in 2025, marking a stellar 20.4% increase from 2024 and surpassing 2019 pre-pandemic levels by 19%.
French magazine Vogue has ranked Viet Nam among Asia’s top destinations for 2026, highlighting its unique mix of breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture and contemporary energy.
Vietnam will step up promotion of its national tourism brand at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 and the ASEAN Travel Exchange (TRAVEX), to be held from January 28–30 in Cebu, the Philippines, as part of efforts to attract 25 million international tourist arrivals in 2026.
Reiterating the sector’s target of serving 25 million international visitors and 150 million domestic holidaymakers this year, Chinh highlighted the importance of a fundamental shift from a “recovery mindset” to one focused on growth, competitiveness and sustainability.
According to the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, during the 4-day 2026 New Year holiday (from January 1 to 4), Dong Nai welcomed over 130,000 visitors for sightseeing and accommodation at tourist areas and attractions in the province, representing a 9% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
Information from some tourist areas and attractions in Dong Nai Province shows that on the first day of the 2026 New Year holiday, several areas and attractions drew a large number of tourists to visit and enjoy entertainment.
According to Buu Long Tourist Area (Tran Bien ward, Dong Nai province), on the first day of the 2026 New Year holiday, the site welcomed more than 2,500 visitors for sightseeing and recreation.
Representatives from Buu Long Tourist Area in Tran Bien ward announced that during the 2026 New Year holiday, the area will offer a variety of unique cultural and culinary programs to serve visitors who come to sightsee, enjoy local specialties, and stay overnight.
If city life is pulling you into a hurried cycle, try stopping once, together with the crew of "Travel broadens the mind..." to touch the green foliage and listen to the breath of history in the sacred land of War Zone D.
At this time, several tourist areas and attractions across Dong Nai province are preparing decorations, investing in upgrades, and enhancing facilities at destinations to serve visitors for sightseeing, recreation, and entertainment during the year-end holidays, including Christmas, New Year's Day, and Lunar New Year.
According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), a ceremony to welcome the country’s 20 millionth international visitor will take place at Phu Quoc International Airport in mid-December.
Vietnamese tourism sets historic milestone
