Revenue generated from tourism hit 11.9 trillion VND (509.85 million USD) in the first seven months of this year, a 2.7-fold rise year-on-year due to the strong recovery of tourism activities, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).
The ancient city of Hoi An is always an attractive tourist destination for domestic and foreign visitors. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) –Revenue generated from tourism hit 11.9 trillion VND (509.85 million USD) inthe first seven months of this year, a 2.7-fold rise year-on-year due to thestrong recovery of tourism activities, according to the General StatisticsOffice (GSO).
Some localities recorded a highincrease in tourism revenue in July, including Khanh Hoa province with a riseof 858.4%, Can Tho city by 328.3%, Da Nang city by 284.8%, Hanoi by 216.8% andHo Chi Minh City by 111.4%.
Revenue from accommodation andcatering services in the first seven months of this year was estimated at 324.9trillion VND, up 37.5% year-on-year.
The number of internationalvisitors to Vietnam in July reached 352,600, an increase of 49%compared to the previous month and 47.2 times higher than the same period lastyear.
Vietnam welcomed 954,600foreign visitors from January to July, 10 times higher than the figure in the same period last year.
However, the seven-month number still falls short of the pre-pandemic figure, representing a drop of 90.3%compared to 2019. Visitors coming by airaccounted for 87.1% of the total, 13.5 times higher than the figure of the same period last year.
According to Deputy DirectorGeneral of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism Pham Van Thuy, the countryhas set the target of serving about 65 million visitors, including 60 milliondomestic tourists and 5 million foreign ones. Vietnam has so far served about71.8 million domestic visitors, exceeding the set target while the number of internationalvisitors has not reached 1 million.
As the peak season for foreigntourists to Vietnam falls from September this year to April next year, the goalmight be achieved or not depending on many factors, including the pandemicissue, he said.
ꦗ Thuy went on to say that the tourism industry willcontinue to coordinate with relevant partners in other countries to conductpromotion programmes to realise the desired target./.
Despite improvement seen in the first quarter of the year, the pace of international travel recovery remains slow since mid-March when Vietnam reopened its borders to international tourism, according to the Vietnam Tourism Association.
Ho Chi Minh City authorities have applied a number of measures to boost its tourism growth after the COVID-19 pandemic, including the diversification of products and services by developing those with high potential such as farm and MICE.
Vietnam has welcomed 954,600 foreign visitors so far this year, 10 times higher than the same period last year, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).
The Hanoi Tourism Department is stepping up activities for the capital city to welcome more foreign visitors, whose number remained modest so far this year.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
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.
The ancient city of Hoi An is always an attractive tourist destination for domestic and foreign visitors. (Photo: VNA) 
