The Vietnamese tourism sector will embark on the tourism recovery and development scheme under the 2022-2023 socio-economic development programme next year.
Russian tourists holding vaccine passports arrive in Khanh Hoa (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese tourism sector willembark on the tourism recovery and development scheme under the 2022-2023socio-economic development programme next year.
It will also strive to complete the 2021-2030 tourism systemplanning with a vision to 2045 and submit it to the Government for approval,develop smart tourism via digital transformation toward the goal of serving 65million visitors, including 5 million foreigners, and earning 400 trillion VND (17.39 billion USD) in revenue .
Data from the General Statistics Office as of December 29 showedthat foreign arrivals in the country rose by 14.2 percent month-on-month inDecember as Vietnam has been piloting the serving of foreigners since Novemberand international commercial flights have been restored.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of foreign visitors toVietnam slumped by 95.9 percent annually to 157,300, most of them were expertsand technical workers working for projects in Vietnam. Almost all tour guidesbecame unemployed while the capacity of lodging facilities only reached about5-10 percent this year.
In face of such, the sector worked closely with ministries,agencies and localities to fulfill the dual goals of fighting the pandemic andrestoring tourism in the new situation. As a result, tourism activities inseveral localities, including Hanoi, Da Nang, Lam Dong, Quang Ninh, Ninh Binhand Thanh Hoa, have begun to revive.
In November, the first foreign tourists arrived in Quang Nam,Phu Quoc and Khanh Hoa under a pilot programme to welcome them back after along hiatus.
By late December, the country was expected to host 3,000 –3,500 foreign visitors. A month later, more foreigners from the Republic ofKorea, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Thailand and India will come.
In 2021, Vietnam was honoured as the “Leading destination inAsia”, the “Leading sustainable tourism destination in Asia”, the “Best golfdestination in Asia and the world”, and the “Best yachting destination in Asia”.Its hotels, resorts, destinations, restaurants, tour agencies and airlines alsowon a number of awards.
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism also earned thetitle of Asia's Leading Tourജist Board 2021 by theWorld Travel Awards./.
As one of the major tourist destinations of Vietnam, the central province of Thua Thien-Hue has managed to maintain operations by applying various measures to adapt to COVID-19 pandemic situation.
Nine additional accommodation facilities in Phan Thiet city of Binh Thuan have met safety requirements for reopening for tourists, raising the number of such facilities in the south central coastal province to 12, according to the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Phu Quoc island in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang now stands ready to welcome tourists with the resumption of business and entertainment activities.
Ho Chi Minh City will improve its public digital infrastructure and allow the private sector to engage in smart tourism solutions and mobilise investment resources for the sector as part of its efforts to develop smart tourism in the 2021-2025 period.
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.
Russian tourists holding vaccine passports arrive in Khanh Hoa (Photo: VNA) 
