European travel agents make fact-finding tour of Hanoi
Hanoi’s Tourism Department, in collaboration with Vietnam Airlines, held a meeting with representatives of 22 travel agencies from 11 European countries on October 10.
Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi’s Tourism Department, in collaboration withVietnam Airlines, held a meeting with representatives of 22 travel agenciesfrom 11 European countries on October 10.
The event was part of the delegation’s fact-finding tour of thecapital city from October 5-10 to intensify cooperation in tourism.
The department’s Director Tran Duc Hai introducedparticipating travel agencies to Hanoi’s tourism potential and advantages,including rich heritage, diverse cuisine and culture, and strengths ineco-tourism.
The city’s tourism has been well-recognised by variousprestigious tourism websites, TV channels, and newspapers. Notably, it isnominated as the world’s leading city destination in 2018 as part of the WorldTravel Awards, together with 16 other candidates.
In the first nine months of this year, Hanoi welcomed 4.28million foreign tourists, including over 754,100 from Europe, up 20 percent and34 percent year-on-year, respectively.
To intensify tourism promotion activities and increase thenumber of European tourists to Hanoi and vice versa, the tourism departmentwill create favourable conditions for European travel agencies, press outletsand tourists when coming to the city, Hai stated.
Madronal Barea Oscar from Spain’s Catai Company hailed thesignificance of the delegation’s trip to Hanoi, hoping that cooperation betweentravel agencies of Europe and Vietnam, especially Hanoi, will be enhanced.
During the trip, the delegation visited the Temple ofLiterature, Vietnam Museum of Fine Arts, Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter, ThangLong Imperial Citadel and President Ho Chi Minh’s relic site at thePresidential Palace.-VNA
Hanoi is looking to cooperate closely with member cities of the Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia (CPTA) in tourism development, a municipal official said.
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.
An overview of the meeting (Source: VNA) 
