Vietnam, Indonesia boast potential for tourism cooperation
Tourism cooperation potential between Vietnam and Indonesia was highlighted at the programme “Indonesia Tourism Table Top in Vietnam 2017”, held by Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and the Indonesian Embassy in Hanoi on April 5.
A tourist attraction in Bali island (Photo: balihotdeals.com)
Hanoi (VNA) – Tourism cooperation potential between Vietnam andIndonesia was highlighted at the programme “Indonesia Tourism Table Top inVietnam 2017”, held by Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and the IndonesianEmbassy in Hanoi on April 5.
More than 10 Indonesian travel agents met with some 40 Vietnamese touroperators from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to introduce tourism packages andtourist attractions and to seek cooperation opportunities.
A representative from the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism waspresent at the event and lauded cooperation prospects between the twocountries.
Indonesia’s Acting Ambassador to Vietnam Suryana Satradiredja said that Indonesiawants to cooperate with Vietnamese travel companies, management agencies andmedia to lure more tourists to the country.
Indonesia and Vietnam have huge opportunities to boost tourism cooperation as thenumbers of vacationers are still low when compared with their respectivepopulations, he added.
Last year, only 69,653 Indonesian tourists visited Vietnam and about 50,000Vietnamese holidaymakers toured Indonesia.
Further tourism opportunities will be available for Vietnam and Indonesiathanks to increasing wealth in both countries, coupled with the launch ofdirect flights and the possibility of signing tourism cooperation agreementsbetween the two nations, he said.
Indonesia is the world’s largest island country with 17,000 islands. Bali and Yogjakartaare among the most popular destinations.
On the occasion, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism highlighted 10 majordestinations called 10 “New Bali” tourít sites. Those include Toba Lake (NorthSumatra), Tanjung Kelayang (Bangka Belitung), Tanjung Lesung (Banten),Borobudur (Central Java), Bromo-Tengger-Semeru (East Java), Labuan Bajo (EastNusa Tenngara), Mandalika (West Nusa Tenggara) and Wakatobi (SoutheastSulawesi).
The country has set a target of serving 20 million foreign visitors by 2019while Vietnam expects to welcome 17-20 million foreign holidaymakers by 2020.-VNA
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, in Boracy, the Philippines, on February 20 on the sidelines of the AMM Retreat.
At least four people were injured and dozens of houses, temples, schools and offices were damaged in a 6.4-magnitude earthquake that hit the Indonesian resort island of Bali on March 22.
Indonesia has planned to develop spiritual tourism at the world’s largest Buddhist temple Borobudur in Java province, central Indonesia, with a view of promoting peace and bringing harmony across the world.
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.
A tourist attraction in Bali island (Photo: balihotdeals.com) 
