Tourism activities expected to bustle in upcoming holidays
The upcoming National Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day (May 1) holidays are expected to be a “golden chance” for travel firms to start a bustling summer tourism season.
Hanoi (VNA) – The upcoming National ReunificationDay (April 30) and May Day (May 1) holidays are expected to be a “golden chance”for travel firms to start a bustling summer tourism season.
This year, the holidays are expected to last for five daysfollowing the proposal of the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs,prompting travel service suppliers to design long tours with attractive promotionpolicies.
Saigontourist has offered more than 200 domestic and foreigntours that are expected to attract more than 110,000 visitors. A representativefrom the firm said that many tours have been fully booked, reaching 80%of its plan.
Meanwhile, STtourist has provided 63 summer tours with the number of tourists for each tour limited at 20 to ensure service quality.
The Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival 2024 (from April 4-7) andthe Vietnam International Travel Mart slated for April 11-14 in Hanoi are likely to “heatup” the tourism industry on the thresholds of the long holidays.
According to insiders, the recent domestic air fare hikeshave prompted tourists to turn to outbound tours, especially those to nearby destinationssuch as Thailand, Singapore, China and the Republic of Korea.
Many experts held that with the completion of many sectionsin the North-South Expressway, the flexible combination of many means oftransportation in a tour will help optimise travel cost and increase tourists’experiences.
This year’s summer is likely to continue to see a boom in self-sufficienttravel, especially in the domestic market thanks to the increasingcar owning trend. To meet this group oftourists’ demand, many travel firms have offer room and entertainment combos.
Homestays are also a popular choice for tourist in thissummer, with high booking rates seen in destination of Cat Ba, Van Don, SamSon, Sa Pa in the north and Vung Tau and Mui Ne in the south.
The railway sector has also braced for the peak tourism season by increasing trains and offering promotions for various prioritygroups.
Meanwhile, many coastal localities have planned sea tourismfestival to lure visitors in the holidays./.
Thailand’s Nation Story newspaper has run a story suggesting experiences not to be missed in Phu Quoc island of Vietnam, highlighting that local tourism service prices are half of those in Thailand, and recommending visitors to spend at least five days to fully enjoy the “pearl island”.
Located in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong, Da Lat is entering into a new era of development towards becoming a modern urban area, creative city, centre for eco-tourism and high-end resorts, and unique hub of international cultural and heritage tourism.
The Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibition under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), in coordination with Vietnam Association of photographic Artists, will hold the Vietnam Art Photo Contest and Exhibition 2024 in Hanoi and Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue, according to the MCST.
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 in ancient Hoi An city. (Photo: VNA) 
