Vietnam Airlines along with partners bring 100 children in special circumstances to join "The Dream Journey 2026"

Vietnam Airlines has coordinated with SpaceSpeakers Group, Meliá Hotels International hotel management group, and Vietnam Children’s Fund Social Enterprise to organize the "The Dream Journey 2026" program. Under the theme "Touching the Flying Dream", the program took place over two days, June 9-10, bringing opportunities for experiential learning, study, and skill training to 100 children in special circumstances from Hanoi and Hai Phong.

Implemented since 2022, "The Dream Journey" has become an annual activity of Vietnam Airlines and its partners. Over 4 seasons of organization, the program has brought more than 400 children in special circumstances from all over the country to participate in experiential journeys in Nha Trang, Vung Tau, and Da Nang. Moving into its 5th year, the program selected the Hanoi – Hai Phong trip with many activities combining education, experience, and skill development.

On the first day, the children visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to learn about the life and the fine values that Uncle Ho left for generations of Vietnamese children. The activity contributed to fostering a love for the homeland and country, while arousing a spirit of overcoming difficulties and a sense of learning and training in each child.

Afterward, the children gained practical experience at the aircraft maintenance facility of VAECO, a subsidiary unit of Vietnam Airlines. Through the visit and interaction with engineers and technical mechanics, the children had the opportunity to learn about the work behind each safe flight, while approaching a realistic career environment in the aviation industry. This was also an occasion for the children to broaden their understanding, nurture their dreams, and shape their choices for the future.

Alongside the experiential activities, the children also participated in cultural and artistic exchanges with artists from SpaceSpeakers Group and attended a Gala Dinner at Meliá Vinpearl Hai Phong Rivera hotel. On the occasion of accompanying the program for its 5th year, SpaceSpeakers Group dedicated a specific theme song to "The Dream Journey". With the message "Sending love from the heart, so that you feel the affection", the song conveys the spirit of sharing and companionship that the program has pursued throughout its 5-year journey. Artists APJ, Kriss Ngo, Monotape, and LEZII directly guided the children in vocal training, composing, dance practice, and performing.

On the next day, the program continued with teambuilding activities, critical thinking games, and instructional content on drowning prevention skills. Closing the journey, the children were awarded certificates of participation in the "Touching the Flying Dream" program.

Mr. Dang Anh Tuan, Executive Vice President of Vietnam Airlines, stated: “We hope that each experience in the program will give the children more confidence in themselves, allowing them to boldly pursue their dreams. For the National Airline, beside the mission of connecting people and regions with flights, we also desire to connect the hearts, resources, and responsibilities of the community, businesses, and social organizations to together create better values for children and the community. That is also a part of the sustainable development commitment that Vietnam Airlines persistently pursues.”

Co-organizing the program for the 4th consecutive year, Mr. Ignacio Martin, Managing Director of Meliá Hotels International for the Asia-Pacific region, shared: “We believe that sustainable development is the responsibility to accompany the community and nurture good values for future generations. Through 'The Dream Journey 2026', Meliá Hotels International is proud to spread love, bringing meaningful experiences and faith in a brighter future to the children.”

"The Dream Journey 2026" is one of the community activities within the sustainable development framework of Vietnam Airlines. Previously, on April 22, the National Airline announced the "Green Alliance – Sustainable Development", affirming its commitment to promoting Environmental – Social – Governance (ESG) standards in Vietnam through the companionship of partners and community initiatives.

Through the joint efforts of organizations, businesses, and partners, the program aims to create more learning, experiential, and development opportunities for children in special circumstances. This is also the way Vietnam Airlines spreads positive values to the community, alongside its mission of connecting through safe and convenient flights.