According to Director of the municipal Department of Tourism Tran Thi Hoai Tram, with the event, the city is expecting to welcome 5.25-5.5 million tourist arrivals this year and gain 11-12 trillion VND (430.4 – 470 million USD).
Anex Vietnam is partnering with Azur Air to operate these routes using modern Boeing aircraft, including the 757, 766, and 777 models. Each flight will carry between 238 and 531 passengers, depending on the aircraft type.
One of the most notable initiatives is turning central Vietnam’s rain and floods into tourism products. Rather than avoiding or combating adverse weather, this project proposes a range of novel tourism experiences that embrace the rainy and flood seasons, offering tourists a unique perspective on the region.
During the nine-day holiday, localities across the country welcomed nearly 12.5 million domestic travellers, a 19% increase from the same period in 2024. Several provinces and cities recorded tourism revenues exceeding 1 trillion VND.
International tourist arrivals to Vietnam also saw a significant increase at the end of January and the beginning of February, driven by favourable visa policies and effective promotional efforts by local authorities.
The tourism industry will accelerate the application of digital technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart platforms to boost growth in the coming period to develop a smart tourism ecosystem.
Ho Chi Minh City residents and visitors have been enjoying a vibrant end-of-year festival season, with over 80 activities prepared by the city's tourism industry.
Vietnam's tourism industry is making efforts to reduce its “carbon footprint” in pursuit of sustainability, focusing on developing “green tours”, upgrading transport infrastructure, and developing renewable energy-used vehicles, said insiders.
Flight MH748 of Malaysia Airlines, carrying 160 passengers from Kuala Lumpur, landed at Da Nang International Airport on December 24, marking its first flight on the Kuala Lumpur - Da Nang route.
Vietnam is taking part in the IFTM Top Resa International & French Travel Market 2024 (Top Resa 2024), a major event for all those in the travel and tourism industry which opened on September 17 in Paris, France.
Tourism operators have warned Minister of Tourism Sorawong Thienthong to brace for a global economic downturn and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
Thailand’s tourism operators have called for a long-term plan to manage floods and storms to prevent possible damage to tourism and the economy, following the floods in northern provinces and a deadly landslide in Phuket.
Vietnam boasts great advantages to become a “heaven” for global retirees - a potential customer market expected to bring about a breakthrough for the country's tourism industry.
The Nha Trang Sea Tourism Festival 2024 themed “Nha Trang bay- sparkling pearl” opened in Nha Trang city, the south – central province of Khanh Hoa, on June 13 evening.
Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Uno announced on May 13 that he had instructed relevant agencies to pay special attention to travel companies and drivers to ensure traffic safety.
Not only digital transformation, Vietnam's tourism sector is striving to speed up green transformation with the ultimate goal of sustainable development, involving State agencies, businesses, and localities.
Railways transcend mere transportation, offering passengers moments of leisure and the chance to immerse themselves in the historical and cultural heritage of various regions. Capitalising on these strengths, Vietnam’s railway sector has intensified collaboration with the local tourism industry, rolling out an array of adaptable services to cater to the diverse preferences of customers. Rail chart
Ho Chi Minh City's tourism industry has recorded positive signs as many international travelers have chosen the metropolis as part of their journeys in early 2024.
Ho Chi Minh City contributed significantly to the more-fruitful-than-expected results of Vietnam’s tourism industry last year, solidifying its pivotal role in the recovery and growth of the sector.
Thailand’s consumer confidence rose in January, reaching the highest level in 47 months since March 2020, boosted by the government's stimulus measures to propel spending and reduce electricity and fuel prices, and strong recovery of tourism industry.
