Lonely Planet: Quy Nhon is the green gem of Central Vietnam
WVR - Recently, Lonely Planet announced its “Best in Travel 2026” list, featuring 25 top destinations and 25 remarkable experiences for the coming year, along with a series of exclusive journeys designed on its new trip-planning platform. Quy Nhon is the only Vietnamese representative to make it onto this prestigious list.
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| Quy Nhon is an attractive destination due to its pristine natural landscapes and convenient accommodations… |
Ms. Nitya Chambers, Editorial Director and Vice President of Content at Lonely Planet, stated that this year's list honors places that are “rich in local identity while showcasing the resilience of post-pandemic tourism”.
In this year's list of 25 top destinations, Vietnam is represented solely by Quy Nhon. The city, now a ward in Gia Lai province, is nestled between the sea and mountains with long stretches of coastline.
Dubbed the "green gem of Central Vietnam", it is renowned for its soft curving beaches, crystal-clear waters, and untouched rocky outcrops like Eo Gio, Ky Co, and Hon Kho.
Beyond its captivating natural scenery, Quy Nhon preserves the cultural imprints of the Champa civilization through relics such as Banh It Tower and Twin Towers, along with a distinctive culinary scene featuring fish cake noodles, crispy shrimp pancakes, and fresh seafood.
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| The city of Quy Nhon as seen from the Vũng Chùa mountain area. (Photo: Nguyen Tien Trinh) |
In recent years, Quy Nhon's tourism has flourished, attracting visitors with its peaceful atmosphere, hospitable locals, and increasingly diverse accommodation services.
This city is becoming an ideal destination for those seeking blue seas, white sands, and golden sunshine while maintaining the rustic, authentic charm of Central Vietnam.
Besides Quy Nhon, other notable destinations worldwide recognized by Lonely Planet include Cádiz (Spain), Utrecht (Netherlands), Cartagena (Colombia), Quetzaltenango (Xela, Guatemala), Akaria-Flinders Ranges & Outback (Australia), Phuket (Thailand), Barbados (Caribbean), and British Columbia (Canada).
