Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake - one of the most attractive destinations in Hanoi (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Hello, a UK weekly magazine, has named Hanoi amongseven best backpacking destinations in Asia.
Ideal for travellers on a tight budget, Vietnam's capitalcity is one of the cheapest destinations for backpackers.
“Not only is accommodation and food remarkablyaffordable, but you’ll be spoiled for choice of things to see and do in thecity, which has a mix of Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences,” the magazine wrote.
Apart from the many popular places like Sword Lake, Hai BaTrung Temple and Hoa Lo Prison Museum, the magazine highlights a specialattraction – bia hoi. It notes that “backpackers often spend their eveningsgathered at bia hoi bars across Hanoi, where you’ll find the cheapest beer inthe world at around 25p a glass.”
In the first half of this year, Hanoi welcomed 13.19 milliontourists, up 10 percent year-on-year, according to the Hanoi TourismDepartment.
The number of foreign visitors to the capital city surpassed3 million, marking a year-on-year increase of 26 percent. Meanwhile, domesticvisitors rose by 6 percent to more than 10.1 million.
Foreign visitors were from about 190 countries andterritories worldwide, with China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, France and theUS remaining key markets.
Hanoi is striving to welcome more than 25.4 milliontourists, including 5.5 million foreigners, in 2018, confirming itself as anattractive destination in the region and the world. To realise the target, thecity aims to develop various kinds of tourism, including culinary tourism.
The year 2017 was considered a success for the city’stourism sector with 5 million foreign vacationers arriving in Hanoi, up 23percent against the previous year, surpassing the target of 15 percent.-VNA
The US Cable News Network (CNN) will broadcast a special programme on Hanoi titled “Destination Hanoi” in the latter half of June as part of the cooperation programme between CNN and Hanoi during 2017-2018
Tourist arrivals to the capital city of Hanoi topped 13.19 million in the first half of this year, up 10 percent year-on-year, pushing up revenue by 9.3 percent annually to over 39.2 trillion VND (1.74 billion USD).
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.
Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake - one of the most attractive destinations in Hanoi (Source: VNA) 
