Hon Thom cable car draws tourists to Phu Quoc (Photo: VNA)
Kien Giang (VNA) – The number of foreign arrivals inPhu Quoc cityꩲ, the southern province of Kien Giang nearly tripled to 470,538 inthe first nine months of this year.
Duringthe period, the city welcomed over 4.7 million visitors for sightseeing and leisurestay, accounting for 64.2% of the total arrivals in the province, up 15.5%annually. Its combined tourism revenue surpassed 12.2 trillion VND (508 millionUSD), making up over 84% of the province's total and showing a remarkableincrease of 117.7%.
The inauguration of the Kissbridge which has become a new symbol of Phu Quoc-Kien Giang, along with the HonThom cable car, has drawn a new stream of tourism to the pearl island.
Thedelectable "goi ca trich" (herring salad) and Phu Quoc's famous"ruou sim" (sim wine) have been recognised as some of the top 10culinary treasures in Asia by the Asian Record Organisation. This recognitionprovides more opportunities to promote the impressive appeal of Phu Quoc tourismto travelers.
Atthe recent World Travel Awards for the Asia and Oceania, which is dubbed as the “Oscars of Tourism”, Phu Quoc was honoured as the Asia’s leading luxuryisland destination for 2023. In the accommodation category, Phu Quoc had five resortsnamed among the best in Asia.
Between now and the year’s end, the city will continue with concerted effortsto draw visitors and develop its tourism, including creating a pro-businessenvironment, upgrading infrastructure and making thorough preparations towelcome tourists, especially during the Christmas, New Year and traditional NewYear 2024 holidays.
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Scuba diving in Phu Quoc (Photo: VNA)
ViceChairman of the People's Committee of Phu Quoc city Pham Van Nghiep said Phu Quoccurrently boasts 274 tourism projects, or 86% of the total in the province. Theycover an area of over 9,300 ha and have a total investment of over 367.7 trillionVND.
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The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang attracted 6.83 million visitors in the first eight months of this year, accounting for 82.3% of the total the province expected for the whole year.
Investment projects by major groups have brought world-standard tourism and entertainment services to Phu Quoc city in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, creating new highlights for the island city's tourism, local officials have said.
Attractive theme parks, stunning paradise-like beaches, and the highest peak in Indochina are just some of the reasons why more and more Korean tourists are flocking to Vietnam, accounting for up to 30% of the total foreign arrivals in the first seven months of this year.
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.