Central localities welcome first foreigners on New Year day
Singapore’s Silk Air carried more than 160 passengers from the island state to the central coastal city of Da Nang on the first day of the New Year (January 1).
Da Nang (VNA) – Singapore’sSilk Air carried more than 160 passengers from the island state to the centralcoastal city of Da Nang on the first day of the New Year (January 1).
A representative from themunicipal Department of Tourism presented flowers to the two first visitors,Ross Parker and his wife Corrine from Australia.
On the day, Da Nang also welcomedpassengers from the Republic of Korea on the Incheon-Da Nang flight operated byJin Air and T’way Air.
Da Nang was named among top 10holiday destinations in Asia in 2013 and 2014 by Smart Travel Asia magazine, top10 destinations on the rise in 2015 by the Trip Advisor website.
Last year, the city was honouredas Asia’s leading festival and event destination by the World Travel Awards.
Da Nang served more than 5.51million visitors, up 17.7 percent from 2015. Of the figure, 1.67 million areforeigners, marking a 31.6 percent increase.
The total revenue from tourism hit16 trillion VND (695 million USD), up 24.7 percent year-on-year.
The Da Nang airport is now operating20 international routes, including 11 direct and 9 charter ones.
The same day, authorities of HoiAn city, a World Heritage site in the central province of Quang Nam, also greetedthe first foreign visitors of the year with flowers and souvenirs./.
The Ba Na Hills Mountain Resort, one of the most popular destinations in the central city of Da Nang, on December 24 welcomed its two millionth visitor in 2016.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested the central city of Da Nang strongly promote the internal force of the city's each economic sector, towards becoming one of the country's driving forces for growth in the future.
The Asia institute of City Management (AiCM), which had commissioned a yearlong study on Da Nang, announced that the budding coastal city is the most liveable place in Vietnam.
In the first quarter of 2025, Ha Giang recorded over 848,000 tourist arrivals, including nearly 108,000 international visitors and more than 740,000 domestic travellers.
Demand for travel is rising, with a shift towards high-quality, experience-based tourism over mass-market, budget travel. To capitalise on this trend, the management board is launching initiatives to support 85 partner businesses and potential members of the geopark’s network.
To offer competitive pricing with diverse experiences, Vietravel has collaborated with both domestic and international service providers, including national tourism boards from Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong (China), the Republic of Korea, and Japan.
In this ranking, Phong Nha stands out as the most budget-friendly destination in Asia, making Vietnam a top choice for those yearning for a complete adventure while still saving money this spring.
The plan envisions developing Mui Ne into a global tourism centre, fueling economic growth and boosting the competitiveness of tourism in both Binh Thuan province and Vietnam. The area, spanning 14,760 ha, includes key locations in Phan Thiet city, Bac Binh district, and Tuy Phong district.
As the number of tourists surge at Mang Den ecological tourism site in Kon Plong district, the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum, local authorities are working to balance tourism development with environmental protection.
Together with Tra Que Vegetable Village and Thanh Ha Pottery Village, Kim Bong is one of the most famous craft villages in Hoi An, of the central province of Quang Nam.
Condé Nast Traveler ranks Vietnam as one of the most budget-friendly destinations for travel in 2025, with Phu Quoc being highlighted as a must-visit location in the S-shaped country thanks to its pristine beaches and resorts that cannot be found anywhere else.
Ba Den Mountain is not only known as the roof of Southern Vietnam but also as a destination rich in historical and cultural significance in the eyes of international travellers. This landmark has been recognised by the world-renowned travel guide Lonely Planet as one of the top 15 must-have experiences when exploring Vietnam. It is also recommended for those looking to delve into history, culture, and fascinating legends in Tay Ninh.
Phu Quoc, one of the most beautiful islands of Vietnam, has made its way onto a list of the five most outstanding destinations published by Travel Off Path.
With a 3,260 km coastline, over 4,000 islands and bays, and deep-water ports, Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as a premier stop for international cruise lines.
Bestowed with year-round mild climate, pristine ecological landscape, and distinctive ethnic minority cultures, the Ba Be National Park holds huge potential for ecological tourism, wellness retreats, educational visits, cultural exploration, and adventure tourism.
Kien Giang has been recognised as one of the world's top 10 friendliest destinations as part of the 13th Traveller Review Awards. This accolade is a well-deserved tribute to the region's natural beauty.
In its list of 25 Places to Visit in 2025, CNA ranked Phu Quoc at No. 7, making it the only Vietnamese destination on the list and one of the few Asian locations, alongside Koh Samui (Thailand), Manila (Philippines), and Singapore.
The Con Chim (bird islet) community-based tourism site in Chau Thanh district, the Mekong Delta province of Tra Vinh has won the ASEAN Community-based Tourism Award (CBT-ASEAN) 2023 at a ceremony held in Malaysia, according to the provincial department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
Nearly 100 domestic and foreign delegates, including leaders of the Da Nang city People's Committee and the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, along with ambassadors and representatives from diplomatic agencies in Vietnam and those from travel firms, gathered in the central coastal city of Da Nang on January 17 for a seminar on advancing tourism development through international cooperation.
A corner of Son Tra peninsula (Source: VNA) 
