Vietnam and India hold huge potential to enhance tourism cooperation as they have long-standing relations and share similarities in cultural values, particularly direct flights between the two nations will serve as momentum for people-to-people exchange and bilateral trade and investment, said Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau.
Indian nationals are interested in Vietnamese tourism.(Photo: VNA)
New Delhi (VNA) – Vietnam and India hold huge potential to enhancetourism cooperation as they have long-standing relations and share similaritiesin cultural values, particularly direct flights between the two nations willserve as momentum for people-to-people exchange and bilateral trade andinvestment, said Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau.
At the Vietnam Tourism Promotion Roadshow jointly held in India on August 28 bythe Vietnamese Embassy in India and VFS Global Company, Chau affirmed thattourism and people-to-people exchange are among the pillars of theVietnam-India comprehensive strategic partnership, helping to promote mutualunderstanding and trust between the two nations.
He introduced participants to Vietnam’s tourism potential and the country’spolicies to develop tourism, and recommended initiatives and measures toenhance bilateral cooperation in the field.
On the occasion, Chau announced two direct flights between the two countries,namely IndiGo’s Kolkata - Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City from October 3, and Vietjet’sHCM City - New Delhi from December 6 and Hanoi – New Delhi from December 7. Hesaid the routes will make significant contributions to furthering cooperationin the fields of tourism, economy, trade and investment between the two sides.
A representative from VFS Global Company affirmed many tourists are interestedin direct air routes to Vietnam and Vietnamese tourism, believing that theVietnamese non-smoke industry will be able to compete with Thailand andSingapore, and become an attractive destination for tens of millions of Indianholiday-makers.
The roadshow created opportunities for Vietnamese travel firms to inkagreements with their Indian partners.
Travel businesses of both sides spoke highly of the event and expressed theirhope that similar roadshows will be held in the time ahead so that they willhave more chances to seek partners.-VNA
Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau has suggested Vietnam and Gujarat state, and India in general, step up cooperation in such areas as farm produce, food, garments-textiles, pharmaceutical products and tourism.
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.
Indian nationals are interested in Vietnamese tourism.(Photo: VNA) 
