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Scammers exploit Tet ticket rush: How to stay safe

Exploiting the high demand for Tet travel, scammers are targeting individuals with fraudulent promotions for cheap tickets and gambling opportunities, causing financial and legal troubles.

Golden apricot garden and stilt house highlight Tet Festival in Ho Chi Minh City

The Vietnamese Tet Festival at the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural House, featuring calligraphy masters, traditional crafts, and stunning apricot blooms, runs through February 2.

Economic struggles keep many workers away from home this Tet

For many workers in Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong Province, financial hardship has turned the dream of returning home for Lunar New Year (Tet) into an unattainable luxury.

Record pork prices ahead of Lunar New Year spark illegal imports

With pork prices peaking at 70,000 VND/kg, Vietnam faces challenges from illegal imports of disease-affected and unsafe pork, prompting stricter enforcement measures.

PM welcomes diplomatic corps to Lunar New Year banquet

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse welcomed diplomatic corps to a banquet in Hanoi on January 13, sharing the best wishes in anticipation of the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Tet bonus variations reflect Vietnam’s diverse economic landscape

Vietnam's diverse economy is reflected in the 2025 Tet (Lunar New Year) bonuses, where workers in thriving industries celebrate substantial payouts while others face modest rewards.

Hanoi among top 10 domestic destinations for Lunar New Year 2025

Hanoi ranks seventh among the top 10 domestic destinations for the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025, according to one of the world's leading online travel platforms Booking.com.

People tend to tighten spending for upcoming Tet holiday

Financial security is among the primary concerns for Vietnamese customers over the longer term.

Experience New Year’s Eve celebrations aboard Vietnam’s “Spring Trains”

This New Year’s Eve, Vietnam Railways launches two special trains, SE1 and SE4, featuring Tet-themed decorations, cultural activities, and onboard celebrations.

Lunar New Year travel chaos: Tickets sold out, flights rerouted

Lunar New Year air travel in Vietnam has reached a fever pitch, with tickets disappearing rapidly and passengers struggling to secure seats home.

Art meets tradition: Gold-plated snake figurines for Tet 2025

As Tet approaches, gold-plated creations, including cobra figurines and symbolic trees, are captivating customers seeking unique gifts for the Lunar New Year (Tet).

Real estate staff expect high Tet bonuses as market improved in 2024

Some companies are awarding Tet bonuses of up to hundreds of millions dong, and even promising some employees cars, while others aim to give a 13th-month salary.

Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet ramp up capacity for Tet 2025

Lunar New Year (Tet) travel plans are being bolstered by Vietnamese airlines, with seven additional planes and hundreds of thousands of seats added to meet peak-season demand.

Danang invests VND 18 billion in vibrant floral and lighting Tet decorations

As part of its Lunar New Year (Tet) celebrations, Danang will feature snake mascots crafted by Dinh Van Tam, a Quang Tri artisan famed for his intricate zodiac designs.

Hoi An halts ticket sales for ancient town and villages during Lunar New Year

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Hoi An will temporarily suspend ticket sales for its ancient town and craft villages while hosting cultural events and festive activities.

Lunar New Year event bridges homeland with global Vietnamese community

President Luong Cuong and his spouse will lead traditional Lunar New Year activities with overseas Vietnamese as part of the Homeland Spring 2025 celebration.

Vietnam’s 2025 Tet bonuses: Highest reaches 1.908 billion VND

While average Tet bonuses rose 13% in 2025, a senior manager in Ho Chi Minh City earned an unprecedented 1.908 billion VND.

Affordable Aukobe beef and red devil shrimp trends in Vietnam

Vietnamese consumers flock to online markets for cheap Aukobe beef, while high-end buyers turn to red devil shrimp at $150-200 per kilogram.

Lunar New Year 2025 holiday: Nine consecutive days for public workers

The Lunar New Year holiday in 2025 will span nine consecutive days, from January 25 to February 2, with the first day of the Lunar New Year falling on January 29.

Lunar New Year bonus in HCM City up 3.3%

The average bonus for the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) in Ho Chi Minh City is 12.7 million VND (nearly 500 USD) per person, up 3.3% from the previous year, the municipal Department of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs reported.