A startup booth at the Startup Tourism with Global Vision forum (Photo: khoinghiepsangtao.vn)
HCM City (VNA) – Experts gathered at a forum in Ho Chi Minh Cityon September 4 to discuss measures to encourage tourism startups.
At the Startup Tourism with Global Vision forum, organised in the framework ofthe 15th International Travel Expo, Ho Chi Minh City, experts saideducation and training play an important role in shaping smart tourism, whilesmart tourism startups have not been put into the curricula of Vietnamesecolleges and universities yet.
Domestic and international cooperation in the field must be enhanced to createbreakthrough tourism products, open new markets and improve the tourism supplychain, contributing to improving competitive edge and global tourismintegration, they said.
According to CEO of Songhan Incubator Ly Dinh Quan, a national master plan is neededto develop the sector and each region, helping them acquire a deeper insightinto components of the startup system.
The project should enhance collaboration between the Vietnam NationalAdministration of Tourism (VNAT) and local tourism departments so enterprisesin this field can benefit from preferential policies.
Meanwhile, Director of VNAT’s Tourism Information Centre Le Anh Tuan said theFourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is making enormous impact on allsectors, and it requires the industry to have proper measures to create addedvalue for tourism products and services.
Together with the development of science and technology, State agencies andbusinesses should work together to find out new approaches, aiming at boostingstartups and developing tourism, he added.-VNA
Tourism startup projects with innovative solutions to diversify tourism products will be nurtured at a programme to speed up Vietnam Tourism Startup, launched in the central city of Da Nang on April 14.
The BedLinker.com project – an online platform for tourism-hotel service transactions, has surpassed nine outstanding projects nationwide to win an innovative tourism startup competition at its final round in Hanoi on June 18.
The Vietnam Youth Union’s Supporting Centre for Youth’s Startup in collaboration with the Israeli Embassy in Vietnam organised the Startup Hunt contest from July 5 to August 29 to promote startup and innovation in tourism.
The 15th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2019) will take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) from September 5-7, heard a press conference in the city on August 27.
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.
A startup booth at the Startup Tourism with Global Vision forum (Photo: khoinghiepsangtao.vn) 
