The Hanoi Department of Tourism has debuted a new bilingual portal where tourists can find all the information they need for a trip to the Vietnamese capital.
Hanoi (VNA) – The HanoiDepartment of Tourism has debuted a new bilingual portal where tourists canfind all the information they need for a trip to the Vietnamese capital.
The site offers tourism information and services in Vietnamese and English and helpsconnect users with accredited service providers.
The move is part of the department’s effortsto build Hanoi into a safe, friendly and civilised tourist destination.
Earlier, a 2-million-USD deal between Hanoiand the US television network CNN from 2017 – 2018 has spurred internationaltourist arrivals to the capital city. TV commercials aired by CNN have been introducingthe best of the 1,000-year-old capital to people around the world since early2017.
In 2017, international tourist arrivals tothe city were estimated at 4.95 million, up 23 percent on year and 15 percenthigher than its yearly target. The number included 3.53 million accommodatedvisitors, an annual increase of 22 percent.
In the first half of 2018, the capitalreceived more than 3 million foreign arrivals, including more than 2.2 millionaccommodated tourists, up 26 percent and 27 percent, respectively,year-on-year. Foreign visitors came from 190 countries and territoriesworldwide.
Overall, in January-June, tourist arrivalsto the city topped 13.19 million, up 10 percent against 2017, pushing uprevenue by 9.3 percent annually to 39.2 trillion VND (1.74 billion USD).
This year, Hanoi aims to welcome more than25.4 million tourists, including 5.5 million foreigners.
Thi city has been well-received by overseastravel firms and magazines. The online marketplace and hospitality serviceAirbnb named it among the world’s top 10 intriguing travel destinations in 2018while Hanoi was listed among the the world’s top 13 destinations forinternational travellers in March based on a poll by readers of the US-basedBusiness Insider magazine.
Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a good place forvisitors to spend time roaming around, experiencing open-air eateries andhearing the noise of whizzing motorbikes, Business Insider said. Hoan Kiem Lakeprovides a peaceful respite from the frenzy, as do numerous Buddhist templesand pagodas, it added.-VNA
The 2-million-USD deal between Hanoi and the US television network CNN from 2017 – 2018 has spurred international tourist arrivals to the capital city over the past year.
The Hanoi Transport Service Company (Transerco) will launch an open top double-decker night-tour bus from 7:30pm to 8:30pm from August 1 to attract more passengers.
Known as one of the icons of Hanoi, Tran Quoc Pagoda attracts crowds of Buddhists followers and domestic and international tourists throughout the year.
“There is no more atmospheric way to haul into Vietnam’s twin metropolises as this train rattles through historic cities and swooshes beside spectacular coastlines,” according to Lonely Planet.
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 user interface of the site (Photo: ) 
