Vietnam's central localities shake hands to attract more Korean tourists
Four central localities including Da Nang, Quang Nam, Thua Thien-Hue and Quang Binh jointly held a webinar on November 22 to promote tourism to the Republic of Korean market.
Deputy Director of Da Nang’s Department of Tourism Nguyen Xuan Binh. (Photo: VNA)
Da Nang (VNA) – Four central localities including Da Nang, Quang Nam,Thua Thien-Hue and Quang Binh jointly held a webinar on November 22 to promotetourism to the Republic of Korean market.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the RoK Nguyen Vu Tung, KoreanConsul General in Da Nang city Ahn Min Sik, and over 150 delegates representingtravel agents and businesses of the two countries, including around 80 from theRoK, attended the event.
The webinar took place right after Quang Nam and Da Nangannounced and implemented their plans to welcome international visitors back asaccepted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. At same time, many Koreantravel partners have expressed their desire to organise charter flights and closedtours for their customers during the peak tourism season at the end of 2021 andthe New Year holidays of 2022.
Speaking at the event, Deputy Director of Da Nang’sDepartment of Tourism Nguyen Xuan Binh said that the Vietnamese Government hasagreed to allow Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Khanh Hoa, Quang Nam and Quang Ninh to opentheir doors to international visitors. The tourism ministry has also issuedguidance on implementing a pilot programme to welcome foreign tourists in threephases, starting from November 2021. It is expected that in June 2022, when thepandemic is well under control, Vietnam will be fully opened to international tourists.
Tung stated that the webinar was a good chancefor parties involved to have initiatives and proposals and discuss measures torestore tourism to create a motivation for economic development, thus helpingto deepen the two countries’ relations.
Korean Consul General in Da Nang city Ahn MinSik said the central region in general and Da Nang in particular have been longfavourite destinations of Korean holiday-makers.
The number of Korean touriststo the central region of Vietnam increased continuously during 2015-2019, from210,000 in 2015 to 1.8 million in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out.The 2019 figure accounted for 41 percent of the total number of Korean visitorsto Vietnam, he said./.
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) has officially launched a campaign called "Live fully in Vietnam" to welcome international tourists back to five destinations in the country.
The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on November 17 operated its first pilot fight carrying international tourists from Seoul to the central coastal city of Da Nang.
A Vietjet Air flight carrying 100 foreign tourists is expected to arrive at Da Nang International Airport in the central city of Da Nang at 11:05 pm on November 18.
After a hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the central city of Da Nang has opened its door to international tourists under a three-phase pilot road map.
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.
Deputy Director of Da Nang’s Department of Tourism Nguyen Xuan Binh. (Photo: VNA) 
