Tourists in Hoi An city's ancient quarters(Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Prime Minister has approved a decision to establish a state-ownedtourism development fund.
Accordingly,the fund – under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism – will operate asa single-member limited liability company.
It will beused for building plans, allocating funding for tourism promotion activities,and supporting tourism growth in line with the law as well as national strategyand development planning.
The fund’s 300-billion-VND(12.9 million USD) charter capital is set to be financed by the State budget inthe first three years following its establishment.
The State budget will also grant itan annual sum to cover operational costs. The sum will be sourced from thetotal annual budget collection from tourism entrance fees (5 percent) as wellas visa and entry-exit services for foreigners (10 percent).
Early this month, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a project torestructure the tourism sector to turn it into a spearhead economic sector forthe country and make Vietnam one of the nations with the most developed tourismsector in Southeast Asia.
The project sets a target of 45billion USD in tourism revenue by 2025, with exports through tourism reaching27 billion USD.
The sector is hoped to contribute more than 10 percent to GDP and create 6million jobs, including 2 million direct jobs. At the same time, the sectorhopes to serve 32 million foreign tourists and more than 130 million domesticvisitors.
The tourism product system isexpected to be shaped with unique and diverse products with strong Vietnamesecultural identity and a prestigious brand name.
Smart tourism will be applied widely,while Vietnamese tourism’s competitiveness is expected to be enhanced.-VNA
Contracts worth 2 billion USD are expected to be signed between Vietnamese and international partners during the first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on December 6 received international investors in the field of tourism who are in Hanoi to attend the Vietnam Tourism Forum 2018.
Ho Chi Minh City welcomed the seven millionth international visitor to the southern economic hub during the year at Tan Son Nhat International Airport on December 10.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on December 10 that it had approved a 45 million USD loan to help Vietnam transform secondary towns into more economically inclusive, competitive tourism destinations.
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.
Tourists in Hoi An city's ancient quarters(Photo: VNA) 
