Korean partners learn about Vietnam's tourism at the workshop on June 9. (Photo: VNA)
Seoul (VNA) – Vietnam’saviation and tourism were promoted at a workshop themed “Rediscover Vietnam” inSeoul, the Republic of Korea (RoK), on June 9.
Addressing over 80 representatives ofKorean organisations, tourism companies, and partners, AmbassadorNguyen Vu Tung said Vietnam is a safe and attractive destination forinternational tourists after it removed all restrictions on foreign visitors.
As all barriers were lifted, tourismis a highly potential field for cooperation between Vietnam and the RoK, hesaid, perceiving that with efforts to improve service quality and open newtours, Vietnam will soon welcome 4.3 million Korean visitors like in thepre-pandemic period, and the number of Vietnamese tourists to the NortheastAsian country will also return to pre-pandemic levels in a short period oftime.
Ryu Chang-ho, CEO of Hana Tour - thelargest travel firm in the RoK, said Vietnam is one of the favourite destinationsof Korean people, who often choose its coastal places such as Da Nang, NhaTrang and Ha Long to spend their holidays with their families.
Recommending Vietnam widely publiciseinformation about anti-pandemic measures to facilitate tourism promotion andtour opening, he noted as both the quantity and frequency of internationalflights are gradually being resumed, Hana Tour is launching many attractivetours to Da Nang, Phu Quoc, and many other destinations of Vietnam this June.
Jin Kyoung-wook from Mode Tour alsopointed to the need for more pandemic safety information from Vietnam so thatKorean tourists can comfortably choose the Southeast Asian nation for theirholidays.
European tours have been fully bookedbut trips to Southeast Asia have yet to recover as expected despite closeproximity and reasonable prices. Given this, it is necessary to advertiseVietnam as a safe destination free of COVID-19 dangers more strongly, accordingto Jin.
“Rediscover Vietnam” was part of aseries of activities held by Vietnam Airlines to attract Korean tourists to thecountry.
The national flag carrier isoperating four routes to the RoK, namely Seoul - Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, andDa Nang, together with Pusan - Hanoi. It will reopen Seoul - Nha Trang andPusan - HCM City flights in July./.
Located in the central province of Ninh Thuan, Mui Dinh (Cape Dinh) is a land of idyllic and unspoiled beauty with blue seas, white sands, and golden sunshine. Son Hai fishing village, Son Hai sandy desert, Mui Dinh Lighthouse, Bai Trang Beach, and Mui Dinh Mountain, with undulating rocky reefs and sunny and windy golden sand dunes, give Mui Dinh a rare beauty.
Vietnam has made the shortlist in 10 categories at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) said on June 6.
The Enjoy Danang Smmer Festival 2022, slated for June 11 to August 15, will give visitors a wide range of large-scale performances and special culinary programmes to enjoy as the country’s tourism industry wakes up from the pandemic hangover.
The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho has launched a project to boost the development of its night-time economy as part of the efforts to attract more tourists.
The Routes Asia 2022, the most prestigious route development forum in Asia hosted in the central beach city of Da Nang, is expected to become an enormous opportunities for the aviation, tourism sectors in the city in particular and Vietnam in general to soon recover post pandemic.
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.
Korean partners learn about Vietnam's tourism at the workshop on June 9. (Photo: VNA) 
