Tuyen Quang calls for investment in tourism sector
The northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang is preparing to hold a conference on investment, trade and tourism promotion in an effort to attract investment in the local tourism sector.
Mo waterfall in Na Hang, Tuyen Quang. (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang is preparing tohold a conference on investment, trade and tourism promotion in an effort toattract investment in the local tourism sector.
Nguyen Hai Anh,Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, said the conference willtake place in on February 27 with the participation of around 600representatives from major corporations and international organisations, andeconomic experts.
This is thefirst time the province has organised such a conference to introduce its advantages,potential, investment opportunities and incentives to local and internationalinvestors, he said.
Many of 15projects Tuyen Quang is calling for investment this time are for tourismdevelopment, including the Song Lo Resort City, the Nui Dum and Phieng Bungecological tourism areas, he added.
Anh said thatconsidering tourism one of the province’s four economic breakthroughs, TuyenQuang has been implementing many infrastructure projects serving tourismdevelopment. It has partnered with northwestern provinces and key touristattractions to lure visitors.
The province welcomed1.4 million tourists in 2016 and more than 400,000 in the first months of thisyear.
Tuyen Quang boastsgreat potential for tourism development as it is just three and a half hours bycoach from Hanoi and is home to many revolutionary and historical relic sites,notably the Tan Trao special national historic relic site.
In addition, there are Mother Goddess temples, eco-tourist sites andethnic groups’ cultural villages, among others.
ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚ The province hasbuilt its own tourism brand through the Tuyen Citadel Festival that coincideswith the mid-Autumn Festival, displaying hundreds of giant lantern models.-VNA
The northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang has six more communes recognised as meeting new-style rural area standards this year, raising the province’s total to 16 communes.
Long Tong (going to the field) is the most typical agricultural festival of the Tay, a big ethnic minority group living in the northern mountain region with a population of over 1.6 million.
The Kim Binh historical site in the northern province of Tuyen Quang received a certificate accrediting it as a special national relic site at a ceremony on February 2.
The Lồng Tông or going to the field festival, a unique and most typical agricultural festival of the Tay ethnic group, took place in Tuyen Quang province’s Chiêm Hoá district on February 4.
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.
Mo waterfall in Na Hang, Tuyen Quang. (Source: VNA)
