Bookings for flights from the UK to Malaysia and Vietnam are up by more than 2,200% against early last year when both countries were still closed to international tourists, according to CNN, which cited data from travel service provider Flight Centre UK.
Foreign tourists walk along a beach in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, November 2022. (Photo:vnexpress)
Hanoi (VNA) – Bookings for flights from theUK to Malaysia and Vietnam are up by more than 2,200% against early last yearwhen both countries were still closed to international tourists, according toCNN, which cited data from travel service provider Flight Centre UK.
The risewas seen despite a sharp rise in airfares, with statisticsshowing a 25% increase in economy fares to Vietnam year on year, while airfaresto Thailand are up 50%.
Thenumber of international passengers going through Vietnamese airports in thefirst two months of this year reached 4.7 million, up 1,959% year-on-year,according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.
Vietnam received 3.6 million foreign tourists last year, around20% of pre-pandemic levels.
Thecountry targets to welcome about 8 million foreign tourist arrivals this year.
Ministerof Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung said that to achieve this year’starget, the entire industry is determined to implement the Prime Minister'sconclusion at the conference to promote attracting international tourists toVietnam.
Accordingly,the sector will coordinate more closely with relevant ministries, especiallythe Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry ofForeign Affairs, and the Ministry of Industry and Trade, to create a favourablemechanism to welcome international tourists.
To attract international visitors, ministries, sectors, andlocalities must innovate and diversify products, he said, adding that thetourism authorities have just set a target that each locality must have aunique tourism product and pay more attention to regional linkages./.
These destinations are not only rich in landscapes, culture and culinary experience but also voted by millions of travellers worldwide as the most welcoming places in Vietnam for 2022.
Vietnamese travellers are the second most interested in Asia-Pacific (APAC) in travelling in post-pandemic period, with some 85 percent of respondents from the country planning a trip in the next 12 months, a survey by Booking.com found.
Da Lat resort city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong ranked 3rd in the list of top destinations around the world to admire flowers. The flower power ranking came from tourists surveyed in 28 countries, according to US-based online booking travel agency Booking.com.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
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.
Foreign tourists walk along a beach in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, November 2022. (Photo:vnexpress) 
