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Tet: What to Know Before Vietnam's Lunar New Year

"Tet" ("Tet Nguyen Dan"), Vietnam's Lunar New Year, is the biggest celebration on the calendar. It falls in late January or February, bringing family reunions, ancestral worship, red envelopes, and distinctive foods. Here's what travelers should know.

Feb 25, 2026·4 min read

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