Panhou Retreat Nominated For Two Prestigious Categories At The World Travel Awards 2026

Affirming Vietnam’s pioneering position in sustainable tourism on the global travel map

Following the remarkable success of winning Asia’s Leading Green Resort 2025, we are proud to announce that Panhou Retreat has once again been nominated by the World Travel Awards (WTA), often referred to as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” in two prestigious categories for 2026:

• Asia’s Leading Sustainable Resort 2026 – Asia’s Leading Sustainable Resort 2026
• Asia’s Leading Green Resort 2026 – Asia’s Leading Green Resort 2026

This recognition is not only an honor for Panhou Retreat, but also a strong affirmation of our distinct direction, placing nature conservation and local cultural preservation at the core of everything we do. For more than two decades, we have remained committed to this path in the heart of Hoang Su Phi, Tuyen Quang (formerly Ha Giang). The voting portal officially opened on March 30, 2026, and every vote from our guests is a meaningful contribution to helping Vietnam’s tourism continue to shine on the global stage.

Sustainable values recognized by the world

Being continuously nominated at the World Travel Awards is not a matter of luck. It is the result of a long-standing commitment and consistent action. The core values that define Panhou Retreat and are highly appreciated by international experts include:

• Green architecture and sustainable operations philosophy We prioritize the use of local materials such as bamboo, stone, and wood that are environmentally friendly, minimize concrete construction, and apply the 3R principle (Reduce, Minimize, Reuse) in all activities. The entire retreat is designed to maximize natural light and ventilation, reducing energy consumption while ensuring maximum comfort for guests.

• Preserving local culture as a living heritage With over 95 percent of our staff being Red Dao people, culture at Panhou is not a staged performance, but a way of life. Guests can cook together, enjoy herbal baths, and explore traditional crafts in an authentic setting where cultural values are preserved by the local community itself.
  

• Sustainable community development The “Panhou Sustainable Development Fund,” with an initial capital of 200 million VND sourced from revenue, is a testament to our commitment. Each guest’s stay directly contributes to vocational training, forest conservation, and improving the livelihoods of local communities.

Joining hands to create a Vietnamese mark on the global stage

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