Over 14 million foreigners visit Vietnam during January-November
The number of foreign tourists to Vietnam during January-November is estimated at 14.2 million, up 21.3 percent against the same period last year, the General Statistics Office said on November 29.
Foreign tourists visit Hoi An ancient town in Quang Nam province (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The number of foreign tourists to Vietnam duringJanuary-November is estimated at 14.2 million, up 21.3 percent against the sameperiod last year, the General Statistics Office said on November 29.
Inthis period, the number of foreigners visiting Vietnam by air and road rose by15.3 percent and 64.4 percent, respectively, while that by sea went down 11.3percent year-on-year due to impacts of storms Toraji and Usagi.
Touristsfrom Asia accounted for 77.8 percent of the total, and rose by 25.3 percentagainst the same period of 2017. Almost all main markets enjoyed growth,including the Republic of Korea by 46.5 percent, China up by 26.9 percent, China’sTaiwan by 15.6 percent, Thailand by 14.3 percent, Malaysia by 13.4 percent, andJapan by 3.7 percent.
Thenumbers of holiday-makers from Europe increased by 8.7 percent year-on-year; theAmericas, by 11.4 percent; Oceania, by 19.7 percent; and Africa, by 19.7percent.
Vietnamis striving to receive 15-16 million foreign visitors this year.
InNovember, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism has carried out tourismpromotion activities abroad, notably at the World Travel Mart 2018 held inLondon, the UK in earlier this month.
Atpresent, the tourism sector is preparing for the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2019scheduled to take place in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh from January14-19 under the theme “ASEAN: The Power of One”.
Hostingthe forum will offer a chance for the country to advertise its tourism in theregion and the world.-VNA
More than 12.8 million foreign tourists have chosen Vietnam as their destination over the last 10 months, up 22.4 percent year on year, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
The majority of National Assembly deputies agreed with the need to continue the pilot issuance of e-visas for foreigners entering Vietnam, on the sidelines of the ongoing sixth session of the 14th legislature in Hanoi on November 5.
Measures to develop cruise-based tourism in the central coastal city of Da Nang were discussed at an international conference held in the city on November 15.
The number of visitors increased by 4.1% compared to the same period last year, while total tourism revenue surged by 48.8%, or nearly 88% of the year’s target.
“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.
Foreign tourists visit Hoi An ancient town in Quang Nam province (Source: VNA) 
