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When it comes to international tourism, Vietnam continues to be a fast-growing tourist destination as it successfully attracted almost nine million foreign tourists in the first four months of 2026, according to a news report by VnExpress. With the way it is going, Vietnam could easily break its all-time record of 21.2 million foreign tourists attracted in 2025.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of VnExpress. Some parts in boldface…

Vietnam drew 2.03 million international visitors in April, lifting the first four months’ total to 8.8 million, a 14.6% year-on-year increase and about 35% of its 2026 target of 25 million arrivals.

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) said the figures highlight the country’s rising profile as a safe, stable and increasingly compelling destination.

It is the first time Vietnam has surpassed 2 million foreign arrivals for four straight months, and the first time the January – April tally has reached 8.8 million.

The 10 largest source markets during the period were mainland China, South Korea, Russia, Taiwan, Cambodia, the U.S., India, Japan, Australia and the Philippines, together accounting for roughly 72% of total arrivals. China and South Korea alone contributed nearly 40%.

The visitor mix is becoming more diversified, with several emerging markets gaining traction.

Russia stood out with growth of nearly 300% year-on-year, buoyed by the return of direct flights, strong demand for extended holidays, and Vietnam’s competitive edge in safety, infrastructure, natural assets and cost.

Southeast Asia maintained strong momentum, led by the Philippines, which surged 73.4% to enter the top 10, overtaking Malaysia. Cambodia rose 41.6%, Indonesia 30.1%, Singapore 29.8%, Malaysia 21.7%, amd Thailand 8.4%.

In South Asia, India continued to emerge as a key market, expanding 59.1% and signalling substantial room for further growth.

Europe recorded the fastest regional expansion, up 53.3% year-on-year in the first four months. Western and Northern European markets posted solid gains, including the U.K. (10.4%), France (12.1%) and Germany (14.5%).

Visa-waiver markets such as Poland, Switzerland and the Czech Republic also delivered strong increases of 52.7%, 19.4% and 23.1%, underscoring the effectiveness of visa facilitation in boosting demand.

According to VNAT’s Tourism Information Center, global uncertainties, from geopolitical tensions to security risks, are making safety an increasingly decisive factor in travel choices.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Considering what was achieved in the first four months this year, do you think Vietnam will be able to attract between 25 million to 30 million foreign tourists by the end of 2026? Do you know anyone who will be visiting Vietnam soon?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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2026-05-02

Tehran Airport Reopens for International Flights After Two-Month Hiatus

When did Tehran airport reopen international flights? Imam Khomeini Airport in Tehran reopened on April 25, 2026, after 2 months, helping travelers and trade.

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2026-05-02

Tehran's main airport is open again for international flights from April 25, 2026. This is a big change after being closed for two months, helping people travel.

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Author Carlo Carrasco @[email protected]

2026-04-30

Ambitious Offshore Airport Planned By Vietnam

Regardless of external developments, it is clear that tourism in Vietnam is booming (for reference click here and here) and that makes travel an essential part of the nation’s economy and society. With the future of greater travel and accessibility in mind, Vietnam is aiming even higher as their government announced the plan of creating an offshore airport, according to a news report by VnExpress.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of VnExpress. Some parts in boldface…

Vietnam is considering an unprecedented aviation project that would see an airport built on an artificial island off Nha Trang, a major tourism destination.

The Ministry of Construction has submitted amendments to the national airport master plan for 2021-2030 to the government for approval.

It includes a new 497-hectare airport at Van Phong, around 65 kilometers from Nha Trang, on land reclaimed from the sea, according to the government’s portal.

To be situated in Van Thang Commune, it is estimated to cost VND9.2 trillion (US$360 million) and handle around 1.5 million passengers annually by 2030, increasing to 2.5 million by 2050.

Authorities expect the airport to support regional economic growth, positioning Van Phong as a marine logistics and economic hub and enhancing connectivity and boosting tourism.

Offshore airports have been built in several Asian geographies. Japan’s Kansai International Airport, built on an artificial island in Osaka Bay at a cost of some $20 billion, is among the most well-known examples.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think Vietnam’s ambitious plan to build and operate an offshore airport will come true? Have you ever spent time in an offshore airport before?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Author Carlo Carrasco @[email protected]

2026-04-23

Vietnam’s New International Airport To Handle Most International Flights By 2027

In Vietnam, it is anticipated that most international flights currently handled by the old Tan Son Nhat International Airport (serving Ho Chi Minh City) will be moved to the new Long Thanh International Airport by next year, according to a news report by VnExpress. The said move will be gradual and it will start this year.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of VnExpress. Some parts in boldface…

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam has proposed that international flights should move gradually from Ho Chi Minh City to Long Thanh International Airport in neighboring Dong Nai Province starting this year.

According to the state-owned joint-stock company that manages 22 airports across Vietnam, including 10 international, the transition will make the under-construction Long Thanh a global aviation hub.

In the initial phase — from the start of Long Thanh’s commercial operations later this year to around March 2027 — all long-haul international flights will be moved from Tan Son Nhat airport in HCMC.

During this period Long Thanh will handle 19% of all international passengers in the Ho Chi Minh City market while Tan Son Nhat will continue to handle the rest.

In the next phase, from March 2027 through 2030, all international flights will steadily be shifted to Long Thanh, except for short-haul routes under 1,000 km operated by Vietnamese airlines.

By 2027 Long Thanh is expected to handle more than 90% of international passenger traffic.

After 2030 all international flights will operate from Long Thanh, laying the foundation for a major international transit hub.

Tan Son Nhat will then focus on domestic routes and non-scheduled international services, including charter flights.

Tan Son Nhat, until now the largest airport in Vietnam, handled 109,652 international flights last year, or 43% of the country’s total number.

The ACV has established Long Thanh International Airport as a first-tier subsidiary along with other units for cargo and fuel services.

It is also implementing workforce training programs, including on-site experience at Tan Son Nhat, to develop operational expertise ahead of the new airport’s launch.

It has signed a consultancy agreement with South Korea’s Incheon Airport Consortium, to support trial operations, the transition and traffic forecasting.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think the move of international flights from the old international airport to the new one will proceed as scheduled? If you have been to Vietnam lately, how would you describe the quality of Tan Son Nhat International Airport?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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2026-03-30

Wildly Popular Travel Agency Makes Plans and Then Cancels Them

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Mathrubhumi English @[email protected]

2026-03-26

The service, operated using a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, will run four times a week, offering improved connectivity for both business and leisure travellers. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/air-india-resumes-direct-new-delhi-rome-flights-jk34jqrx?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #AirIndia #Aviation #NewDelhi #Rome #InternationalFlights

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2026-03-01

Mr Bimbo Adekanmbi, the Chairman of the 11-man Committee on the upgrade of the Ibadan Airport, has said that direct international flights would commence before the end of 2026.

https://dmarketforces.com/ibadan-airport-to-begin-direct-international-flights-adekanmbi/

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Mathrubhumi English @[email protected]

2026-02-05

IndiGo explained that flight durations have increased significantly due to airspace closures and rerouting caused by geopolitical developments, as well as congestion at major airports. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/money/indigo-cuts-long-haul-international-flights-due-to-airspace-restrictions-and-congestion-ozmsg6hq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #IndiGo #InternationalFlights #AviationNews

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2026-01-28

Indians Don’t Need Transit Visa in Germany | PIOTV

A big travel boost for Indians ✈️ Germany has officially waived the airport transit visa for Indian passport holders. Indian travellers can now smoothly transit through Frankfurt and Munich while flying to destinations like the US and Canada. Visit here: https://piotv.com/news/indians-dont-need-transit-visa-in-germany

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2026-01-16

Akasa Air has become the first Indian airline to enable Apple Pay for international bookings, offering passengers a faster, more secure, and seamless checkout experience across its website and mobile app. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/akasa-air-apple-pay-international-bookings-bicfsm1x?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #AkasaAir #Aviation #ApplePay #InternationalFlights

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Mathrubhumi English @[email protected]

2025-11-17

Six years later, Air India is flying to Shanghai again: Here’s what travellers need to know https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/air-india-resume-delhi-shanghai-nonstop-flights-february-2026-xdl3f8nb?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #AirIndia #DelhiShanghai #Aviation #IndiaChina #InternationalFlights

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Mathrubhumi English @[email protected]

2025-09-03

After has launched yet another attractive offer, this time for all passengers looking to enjoy premium travel at affordable prices. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/money/air-india-premium-sale-g1cik1w1?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #airindia #businessclass #premiumeconomy #internationalflights

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Mathrubhumi English @[email protected]

2025-08-12

IndiGo adds direct flights from Mumbai to Tashkent & Almaty starting Sept 2025, boosting Central Asia connectivity. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/indigo-to-resume-central-asia-operations-with-new-mumbaitashkent-and-almaty-routes-tcyebadb?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #IndiGoAirlines #AviationNews #InternationalFlights

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Inside the Red Head's Head @[email protected]

2024-03-15

The cats don’t tend to visit me while I am working, but for some reason they did today. Maybe they know I am in my step son’s bed room and he’s flying home from the UK today. He is currently in the air, on his way to London to grab a connecting flight to Boston. Can the cats sense that?

Anyway, I took some pic because that’s what I do.

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Lily promised me she wasn’t the one who messes with the plant clipping I wrote about yesterday.

Yeah, whatever you say, feline. Whatever you say.

https://robertjames1971.blog/2024/03/15/morning-cats-4/

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