Surprised that this place in Vietnam is in the top 'must-visit' destinations

Lonely Planet has just announced a list of 25 destinations that tourists must visit in 2026 and surprisingly, the prestigious global travel magazine chose this destination in Vietnam instead of the 'famous' names such as Da Nang, Nha Trang or Ha Long Bay...

The list, selected by Lonely Planet's team of travel experts, includes the following notable destinations:

Cadiz, Spain

Carnaval Cádiz is Spain’s biggest annual festival, bringing costumed revelers into the streets for 10 days of parades, fireworks, singing and dancing in February or March, along with over 300 local murgas (bands). Come prepared in costume and book accommodation months in advance or travel from nearby El Puerto de Santa María

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Utrecht, Netherlands

Easily reached from Amsterdam by train, Utrecht is a great weekend getaway destination – compact medieval centre, gabled houses worthy of a painting and countless bookshops, restaurants and museums to explore

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Cartagena, Colombia

Surrounded by a fortified stone wall that once kept out enemies, the historic center of Cartagena de Indias is filled with charm, attracting visitors with its well-preserved Spanish architecture.

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Quezteltenango (Xela), Guatemala

A city of stunning architecture, exciting festivals, great food and few people. Large squares with ornate buildings, narrow alleys with great bars and cafes. Foodies love to explore both fine dining and street food. You can enjoy dinner in a quiet cafe while a big festival is going on, or play chess outdoors with a crowd gathered around the board to see who wins.

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Mexico City, Mexico

World-class museums cover every era of Mexico's cultural history, and the murals on the walls of public buildings are a picture book of the people's past - from the Aztecs to the modern inhabitants of the world's largest Spanish-speaking city.

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Theodore Roosevelt National Park, USA

Theodore Roosevelt National Park honors this naturalist president by protecting 60,000 acres of prairie and Great Plains wildlife, inviting visitors to explore the same terrain and cowboy culture the President experienced 140 years ago.

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Akaria-Flinders Rangers and Outback, Australia

The Ikara-Flinders Ranges possess a supernatural beauty unlike anything else in the Australian outback. Just a five-hour drive north of Adelaide, South Australia’s cultural capital, you’ll be rewarded with a vast, lush, lunar landscape.

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Tunisia

It's an exciting time in Tunisia, a country that seems to hover between the ancient world of romantic Roman ruins and classic coastal resorts.

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Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is a laid-back, laid-back beach destination dotted with urban adventures. With its white sand beaches, lush jungles, and trendy hangouts, the island is a great destination for both business and pleasure. Add in Thailand’s digital nomad visa policy, and it’s easy to see why young people are flocking here.

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Quy Nhon, Vietnam

Nestled between Vietnam’s majestic mountains and tranquil lagoons, Quy Nhon is a coastal city where natural beauty and culture blend harmoniously. Soft sandy beaches blend with ancient temples, fishing villages and a rich culinary scene. The city’s biggest draw is its laid-back atmosphere, made all the more charming by the lack of tourists. Stroll along the well-manicured promenade at sunset, enjoy a plate of fresh seafood, and end your evening at a cozy cocktail bar or beachside bar.

PHOTO: Hien Phung Thu

Other destinations on the list: Botswana; Peru; Jeju-do, South Korea; Sardinia, Italy; Barbados; Solomon Islands; Réunion; Jaffna, Sri Lanka; Finland; British Columbia, Canada; Maine, USA; Jaffna, Sri Lanka…

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/bat-ngo-khi-noi-nay-cua-viet-nam-vao-top-diem-den-nhat-dinh-phai-toi-18525102214385012.htm