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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.

100-year-old pomelo trees captivate Tet buyers, owner holds out for higher bids

Ornamental pomelo trees from Hung Yen, some over a century old, have become prized Tet (Lunar New Year) decorations, with one tree valued at 800 million VND ($33,600).

Nhat Tan's peach blossoms struggle to bloom on time for Tet

Peach blossoms in Nhat Tan, Hanoi’s Tet hub, are blooming late due to storms, leading to higher prices and concern among growers.

90 snake mascots take center stage at Nguyen Hue Flower Street for Tet

Nguyen Hue Flower Street 2025 brings Tet to life with vibrant floral displays, striking snake mascots, and environmentally friendly designs.

Tan Son Nhat airport increases flights to serve Lunar New Year

Tan Son Nhat reported a projected air traffic volume of approximately 39.8 million passengers for 2024, a decrease of 2.1% compared to the previous year.

Tan Son Nhat Airport braces for 130,000 daily passengers during Tet peak

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is preparing for record travel during the Lunar New Year, with daily passenger numbers expected to reach 130,000 and 820 flights scheduled during the peak period.

Scarcity drives demand for Tet kumquats and peach blossoms in Quang Ninh

A shortage of peach blossoms and kumquat trees caused by Typhoon No. 3 has driven traders to Quang Ninh's gardens, where they are placing early deposits to secure supplies for the Lunar New Year (Tet) market.

Lunar New Year pomelos sell out at record prices after typhoon damage

With over 60% of the crop lost to storms, Dong Cao’s prized red pomelos are nearly impossible to find, leaving farmers mourning their losses and customers searching for alternatives.

Tet airfares spike for hometown trips, but tourist routes stay affordable

As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, routes from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi and other provinces are nearly sold out, but travelers heading to tourist hotspots can still find surprising deals.

Farmers worry as Tet grapefruit market shows signs of stagnation

Ornamental grapefruit trees, a favorite for Lunar New Year (Tet) decorations, are ready for the market, but farmers are worried about slow sales and increasing production costs.

From cheap kiwis to affordable specialties: Surprising trends this Tet

Vietnamese shoppers are in for a surprise this Tet (Lunar New Year), with luxury items like kiwis and festive treats becoming unexpectedly affordable.

Kumquat trees become hot commodity ahead of Lunar New Year

Kumquat farmers in Thanh Hoa are celebrating an early and prosperous Tet season as traders secure trees months ahead of the holiday.