Many units of Vietnam were named in categories of the ASEAN Tourism Awards at a ceremony held as part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2023, which wrapped up in Jakarta, Indonesia on February 5.
Hanoi (VNA) –Many units of Vietnam were named in categories of the ASEAN Tourism Awards at a ceremony held as part of the ASEANTourism Forum (ATF) 2023, which wrapped up in Jakarta, Indonesia on February 5.
Two homestay groups in the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long and the northwestprovince of Lao Cai received the ASEAN Homestay Award.
Meanwhile, four units won the ASEAN Community Tourism Award, namely the QuanBa Community Tourism Service Cooperative in Ha Giang province, Sin Suoi Hocommunity tourism village in Lai Chau province, Tan Thanh fishing village in Quang Namprovince, and Thai Hai Reserve Area of Ecological Houses-on-StiltsVillage in Thai Nguyen province.
The ASEAN Public Toilet Award was awarded to the toilets in SaigonSkydeck of Bitexco Financial Tower, Southern Women's Museum and Ben Xua TouristArea in Ho Chi Minh City.
A view of Thala Spa of Best Western Premier Sonasea Phu Quoc Hotel in Kien Giang province (Photo: VNA)
The winners of ASEAN Spa Service Awards were Cham Spa & Massage in thecentral city of Da Nang, Sen Tai Thu Vincom Mega Mall Smart City in Hanoi, SolSpa of Minera Resort Hotel in the southern province of Ba Ria - Vung Tau, ChiSpa of Silk Path Grand Resort & Spa Sapa - Lao Cai province, and Thala Spa ofBest Western Premier Sonasea Phu Quoc Hotel in the Mekong Delta province of KienGiang.
The ASEAN Tourism Awards is an annualevent to honour localities and units with high-quality tourism products andservices, contributing to boosting the sustainable development of tourismdestinations in ASEAN.
The 2023 ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF), themed "ASEAN: AJourney to Wonderful Destinations," took place in Yogyakarta, Indonesiafrom February 2 – 5. It is the largest annual event held alternately among the ASEANmember nations, contributing to promoting the region as an attractive touristdestination globally.
ဣ ATF 2024 will take place in Vientiane, Laos on January 15 – 20,2024./.
Vietnam will attend the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2022, themed “a Community of Peace and Shared Future” in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, from January 16 – 20.
A Vietnamese delegation headed by Deputy Director General of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Ha Van Sieu attended the 57th meeting of the ASEAN National Tourism Organisations (NTO) as part of the ongoing ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2023 in Indonesia.
Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet has called on other ASEAN member countries to support and cooperate with each other in tourism development.
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 homestay in Son La province (Photo: VNA) 
A view of Thala Spa of Best Western Premier Sonasea Phu Quoc Hotel in Kien Giang province (Photo: VNA) 
