Vietnam to serve 13 million foreign tourists in 2017
Vietnam’s tourism sector is likely to fulfill the target set by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc of welcoming 13 million international visitors in 2017.
Cat Ba island in northern port city of Hai Phong (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s tourismsector is likely to fulfill the target set by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phucof welcoming 13 million international visitors in 2017.
Vietnam served more than 8.47 million foreigntourists in the first eight months of this year and grossed 335.8 trillion VND(14.7 billion USD) in revenue, year-on-year increases of 29.7 percent and 26.7percent, respectively.
Director of the Vietnam National Administrationof Tourism Nguyen Van Tuan said while the number of international visitors toother countries in July and August declined such as the Republic of Korea (down40 percent), Thailand (down 9.5 percent), Malaysia (down 7.5 percent), and thePhilippines (down 38 percent), Vietnam attracted over 1.2 million foreigners, amonthly increase of 18.5 percent.
Vietnam ranks 67th among 136 economies in theTravel & Tourism Competitiveness Index 2017, up eight places compared tothe same period in 2015.
Tuan, however, admitted that there are stillchallenges to ensuring sustainable tourism development, including lowinfrastructure quality, inadequate Government spending on tourism, diminishing naturalresources and diseases.
He suggested tapping natural resources to buildsea-island, ecological, and cultural tourism products and services.
The world’s largest tourism website TripAdvisorannounced a list of ten most attractive spots in Vietnam voted by tourists.Notably, the central province of Quang Binh climbed to fourth in the list,behind Hoi An, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City only.
According to TripAdvisor, Quang Binh wasdescribed as a heaven for exploration and experiences with various tourismdestinations and routes such as Son Doong cave, Tu Lan cave system, Da Nhaybeach and Phong Nha- Ke Bang cave, among others.-VNA
he Vietnam tourism culture days began in Vientiane on July 17 as part of activities to celebrate the 55th founding anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Laos (September 5, 1962) and 40 years of the Vietnam-Laos Treaty on Amity and Cooperation (July 18, 1977).
Vietnam’s tourism market offers huge opportunities for start-up companies if they promptly seize technological trends to create special and unique tourism products, heard a workshop in Ho Chi Minh City on July 20.
Original photos and videos featuring the wonderful landscapes of Vietnam and interesting life stories of its inhabitants are on display at a new exhibition in Hanoi.
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.
Cat Ba island in northern port city of Hai Phong (Source: VNA) 
