Dong Thap develops close to 100 community-based tourism sites
Dong Thap province has developed nearly 100 community-based tourism sites to date and become the third-most attractive locality in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region.
Dong Thap (VNA) - Dong Thap province hasdeveloped nearly 100 community-based tourism sites to date and become the third-mostattractive locality in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region.
Ngo Quang Tuyen, deputy director of the provincial Department ofCulture, Sports and Tourism, said local people have built effectivecommunity-based tourism models that have caught the attention of tour operatorsand helped diversify local tourism products.
Such models have also contributed to increasing the added value of farmproduce and creating jobs with stable incomes, he added.
Most of these 100 sites are located in the districts of Lai Vung, TamNong, and Thap Muoi, as well as in Cao Lanh and Sa Dec cities.
Deemed “The land of lotuses”, visitors to Dong Thap should not miss a visitto the lotus field eco-tourism site in Thap Muoi district. There were previouslyonly five families providing tourism services at the site, but their number nowcounts in the dozens and an average of 10,000 visitors come to admire the fieldsevery month. During peak tourism times, the number of visitors can exceed a thousanda day.
Meanwhile, Tam Nong district, which is famous for its Tram Chim NationalPark - a Ramsar wetlands site of international importance - is home to about 30lodging facilities and two eco-tourism sites and welcomes approximately 100,000holidaymakers annually.
The rich and diverse agriculture for which Dong Thap is known gives it advantagesin terms of community-based tourism.
Local agro-tourism sites cover between 5,000 and 10,000 sq m on averageand cater to up to 1,000 visitors a day. Total revenue in the 2016-2020 periodstood at more than 43 billion VND (1.86 million USD)./.
The Dong Thap province People’s Committee has held a ceremony to celebrate the Mekong Delta province’s first advanced rice farming project that uses modern techniques in all production stages and uses irrigation water efficiently.
The Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap has approved a project to preserve the specialty pink mandarin of its Lai Vung district, which is facing a threat of dying out, over the next five years.
The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Dong Thap plans to increase the area under fruits cultivation to more than 35,000ha by 2025 with a focus on environment-friendly farming methods and developing value chains for fruits.
More rice farmers in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap have switched to growing high-quality rice varieties, which sell well and offer high profits.
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.
Tourists in Dong Thap (Photo: VNA) 
