The lists of top 10 reputable tourism companies and top five reputable hotels and resorts in Vietnam were unveiled by Vietnam Report JSC on December 14.
Tourists go kayaking on the Cua Can River in the island city of Phu Quoc. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The listsof top 10 reputable tourism companies and top five reputable hotels and resortsin Vietnam were unveiled by Vietnam Report JSC on December 14.
The firms winning the Vietnam Top 10Tourism Reputation Award 2023 consist of Vietnam Travel and MarketingTransports JSC - Vietravel, Saigontourist Travel Service Co. Ltd, Ben Thanh TouristService Corporation, Hanoitourist Corporation, Vietluxtour Travel JSC, VietnamPeace Tour JSC, Vinacomin - Tourism and Trading JSC, Hong Ngoc Ha TourismTrading and Constructing JSC, Exotissimo Travel Vietnam JSC, and Vina Phu QuocTravel Co. Ltd.
Meanwhile,those gaining the Vietnam Top 5 Hospitality Reputation Award 2023 are SofitelLegend Metropole Hanoi (S.E.M Thong Nhat Metropole Hotel Co. Ltd), Park HyattSaigon (Grand Imperial Saigon Hotel Co. Ltd), JW Marriott Hanoi (Bitexco HotelManagement Co. Ltd), Caravelle Hotel Saigon (Chains Caravelle Hotel JointVenture Co. Ltd), and Furama Resort Da Nang (Bac My An Tourism JSC).
The lists were based on businesses’ financial reports since 2022, theirreputation on the media, and surveys of companies and related parties conductedbetween October and December this year.
Vietnam Report General Director Vu Dang Vinh said that the country’s tourism sectorhopes to serve 14 - 15 million travellers in 2024. Surveys of tourism andhospitality companies showed that up to 66.7% of them expect a slightly moreoptimistic prospect for the sector next year.
Up to 92.9% of the respondents believe that their revenue will increase while85.7% are confident in profit growth in 2024, he noted, adding that theirconfidence was driven by the new visa policy that took effect on August 15 thisyear.
Under the new policy, e-visas aregranted to visitors from all countries, and those from a number of certain countries areentitled to visa exemption for up to 45 days.
This visa policy has generated a golden chance for Vietnam’s tourismsector as the country welcomed more than 1 million international arrivals forfour straight months. As many as 92.9% of the respondents considered thispolicy as a leverage for the sector to continue growing next year, Vinhsaid./.
The port complex of Cai Mep - Thi Vai in Ba Ria - Vung Tau continually welcomed international cruise ships with thousands of tourists over the past months, a sign of cruise tourism recovery in this southern province and Vietnam at large.
The total number of visitors to the central beach city of Da Nang in 2023 is estimated to exceed 7.4 million, doubling the figure in 2022 and equivalent to 93% of the figure in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, the municipal Department of Tourism has reported.
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.
Tourists go kayaking on the Cua Can River in the island city of Phu Quoc. (Photo: VNA) 
