Tan Son Nhat airport reopens international terminal services
Shopping and dining service counters at Tan Son Nhat Airport’s international terminal are getting ready to welcome foreign visitors after a two-year pandemic inflicted hiatus.
A staff arranges goods at a duty free store at the Tan Son Nhat airport as it prepares to welcome international tourists. (Photo tuoitre.vn)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Shopping and dining service counters at Tan Son NhatAirport’s international terminal are getting ready to welcome foreign visitorsafter a two-year pandemic inflicted hiatus.
With Vietnamfully resuming international tourism on March 15, many non-aviation businessesat the airport are preparing to reopen services.
Many duty freeshops at the airport, for instance, are rearranging their wares to welcometourists
The number ofinternational tourists visiting Vietnam has gone up by over 71 percent afterthe partial reopening of the country’s borders with several mandatory measuresdesigned to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Under newrules, with negative COVID-19 results, fully vaccinated foreign tourists mayfreely travel in Vietnam after just one day of isolation following entry.
In the first24 hours after arrival, tourists are required to remain at their accommodationsand have a COVID-19 test. It is also recommended that they stay put for 72hours, but if they want to leave after one day, they will need to have anegative COVID-19 test result every day for three days before they setout
Nguyen Thi AnhHoa, Director of the city’s Department of Tourism, said that severalpreparatory steps have been taken to implement specific programmes in line withthe Government’s directions.
Currently, thecity has 34 hotels with 6,800 rooms meeting requirements of the pilot plan onwelcoming international tourists this year. There are five local businesses –Saigontourist, Vinasun Travel, Hai Van Cat Travel, TSTourist and Blue SkyTravel – allowed to offer tour packages to foreign visitors./.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Tourism (DoT) on February 18 publicised a list of hotels eligible to welcome foreign tourists arriving in the city in the coming time.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) has proposed to let foreign visitors test for COVID-19 using rapid antigen test kits and those who have negative testing results travel freely when they are in Vietnam, as the country plans to welcome foreign tourists back from March 15.
The tourism sector should pay special heed to improving the quality of tourism products, infrastructure facilities and human resources, and utilities provided for foreign tourists in order to increase its competitiveness and attract more foreign visitors in the post-COVID-19 pandemic, General Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Nguyen Trung Khanh has said.
Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Tourism on March 3 announced a draft communications plan to promote a vibrant southern destination on domestic and international media platforms this year.
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 staff arranges goods at a duty free store at the Tan Son Nhat airport as it prepares to welcome international tourists. (Photo tuoitre.vn) 
