Lao Cai, Feb. 14 -- Key tourist destinations in Lao Cai province are rolling out new products and fast-tracking preparations to welcome a surge of visitors during the extended Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday 2026.

According to the New Horizons 2026 ranking recently released by digital travel platform Agoda, Sa Pa has climbed to the top position as Asia's fastest-growing and most popular emerging destination among international travellers. The result underscores the rising appeal of the "city in the mist" on the regional and global tourism map.

During the 2026 Tet holiday, Sa Pa is expected to remain one of Vietnam's most sought-after destinations for both domestic and international visitors. With a long holiday break and a growing preferen...