Ke Ga cape in Binh Thuan province (Photo: vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – The southcentral province of Binh Thuan will host theVisit Vietnam Year 2023.
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung announced this on April 26 during his working session with provincial leaders inHanoi.
Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Le Tuan Phongsaid that Binh Thuan has brought into full play its advantages to developattractive tourism products and strived to build Binh Thuan tourism brandassociated with international events with its own characteristics. Over the recentyears, Binh Thuan has successfully organised international events and isforming a national marine sport tourism centre.
At the working session between Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung and Binh Thuan's leaders. (Photo: VNA)
In October 2021, the provincial Party Committee issuedResolution 06 on tourism development to 2025, with a vision to 2030, aiming atpromoting potential and advantages to develop tourism into a spearhead economicsector, and identify it as one of the three economic development pillars of theprovince.
Binh Thuan is prioritising the development of professional, sustainableand safe tourism, in association with the protection of the environment, preservation andpromotion of the cultural identities and traditions of the nation.
The locality currently counts nearly 600 operatingaccommodation facilities with 17,587 rooms./.
Located in the southernmost part of the coastal central region, Binh Thuan is gradually gaining a firm foothold in tourism, promising a regional- and world-level attraction in the near future.
The Kate Festival of the Cham ethnic people in the south central province of Binh Thuan has been included on a list of national intangible cultural heritages, according to the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Adventure water sports have always been an attraction for tourists in the central coastal province of Binh Thuan, but recently, paragliding has taken off. With sunny, windy conditions, the province is looking to expand this unique tourism product for visitors.
The south central province of Binh Thuan has recently launched its smart tourism portal aiming to create an ecosystem serving tourists, businesses, and state management agencies.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
Ke Ga cape in Binh Thuan province (Photo: vietnamtourism.gov.vn) 
At the working session between Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung and Binh Thuan's leaders. (Photo: VNA) 
