lunar new years

Update news lunar new years

Fried giant snakehead fish: A lucky dish for the New Year, selling out fast

In Southern Vietnam, a delicious fried giant snakehead fish is not only a favorite delicacy but is also believed to bring good fortune in the New Year, making it a top choice for customers this holiday season.

Vietnam's major airports welcome over 1.1 million passengers in pre-Tet rush

Vietnam’s three largest airports saw a significant increase in passenger traffic in the days leading up to Tet, with over 1.1 million people passing through.

Da Nang welcomes first international visitors of the Lunar New Year

Da Nang has kicked off the Lunar New Year with a vibrant influx of tourists, welcoming thousands of international visitors arriving by air and sea.

Ha Long Bay welcomes New Year guests with over 500 international tourists

The first day of the Lunar New Year saw the arrival of more than 500 international tourists to Ha Long Bay, offering a promising start for tourism in Quang Ninh.

Vietnam welcomes 7,000 newborns during the Lunar New Year

The clock strikes midnight, and the first newborns of the Year of the Snake arrive in hospitals across Vietnam, filling the air with celebration and hope.

Vietnam’s most stunning pagodas for a meaningful start to 2025

The Lunar New Year is a time for reflection and renewal, and visiting sacred temples is a cherished tradition for many Vietnamese seeking peace and good fortune.

VN last train of the year blends Tet traditions with unique travel experiences

Instead of spending Tet at home, a 13-member, three-generation family chose to celebrate aboard Vietnam’s New Year’s Eve train, marking the holiday with an unforgettable experience.

Sacrificing Tet traditions: Doctors work tirelessly on New Year’s Eve

On New Year’s Eve, thousands of doctors and nurses across Vietnam work tirelessly in emergency wards, often skipping year-end meals to care for patients in critical need.

Special "Spring Train" departs Hanoi, bringing Tet joy on rails

The SE1 "Spring Train," decorated with traditional Tet symbols, began its journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, marking a vibrant start to the Year of the Snake.

Naturalized striker Xuan Son & his family extend heartfelt Tet greetings to fans

Dressed in vibrant red ao dai, Xuan Son and his wife marked their sixth Tet in Vietnam by sharing love and well-wishes with fans.

From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam rings in the New Year

Across Vietnam, people gathered for joyous Lunar New Year festivities, welcoming 2025 with hope and optimism.

President’s New Year message: Vietnam’s unstoppable path to prosperity

At the turn of the Year of the Snake 2025, President Luong Cuong conveyed his Tet greetings to the people, soldiers, and comrades across the country, the Vietnamese community abroad, and friends and citizens of other nations worldwide.

Sacred peaks: Mountains to visit during the Lunar New Year

For a fresh start to the new year, many visitors head to Vietnam’s sacred mountains, including Fansipan, Ba Na, and Long Doi Son, to seek luck and serenity.

Telecom networks gear up to keep Vietnam connected during Lunar New Year

As Tet 2025 approaches, Vietnam's telecom providers, including Viettel, VNPT, and MobiFone, are boosting network capacity and deploying advanced solutions to handle the surge in communication demands during the holiday.

12 iconic dishes that complete the Vietnamese Tet feast

The Vietnamese Tet feast is a vibrant display of culture and tradition, with each dish symbolizing luck, prosperity, or family unity. Here are 12 must-have dishes that grace the Tet table.

Tet flower markets showcase billion-VND starfruit trees, apricots, and orchids

The Lunar New Year 2025 has brought forth a dazzling array of unique ornamental plants, including multi-billion-VND apricots, orchids, and pines, attracting attention from collectors nationwide.

Vietnamese families prepare for Tet with these year-end worship tips

The year-end worship ceremony, a cherished Vietnamese tradition, signals the closing of the old year and the welcoming of the new. Experts have shared the most auspicious dates and times for performing this sacred ritual in 2025.

From banh chung to boiled chicken: The meaning behind northern Tet dishes

The Tet feast in northern Vietnam is not just a meal; it’s a culinary celebration of family, tradition, and hopes for the new year.

Crowds flock to Ho Chi Minh City’s colorful Tet decoration market

Known as the "luck market," Hai Thuong Lan Ong Street is the ultimate destination for Tet shoppers in Ho Chi Minh City, offering colorful decorations to usher in a prosperous new year.

Nguyen Hue Flower Street opens for Tet 2025 celebrations

The much-anticipated Nguyen Hue Flower Street opened on January 27, presenting a unique blend of traditional and modern Tet elements for residents and tourists alike.