Vietnam’s tourism products introduced at Hong Kong travel expo
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, budget airlines Jetstar Pacific and Vietjet Air, and Da Nang’s tourism promotion centre are introducing Vietnam’s outstanding tourism products at the 33rd International Travel Expo in China’s Hong Kong (ITE-Hong Kong 2019) from June 13-16.
Vietnam Airlines' booth at the 33rd International Travel Expo (Photo: VNA)
Hong Kong (VNA) –National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, budget airlines Jetstar Pacific andVietjet Air, and Da Nang’s tourism promotion centre are introducing Vietnam’s outstandingtourism products at the 33rd International Travel Expo in China’sHong Kong (ITE-Hong Kong 2019) from June 13-16.
Director of VietnamAirlines Branch in Hong Kong Ngo Tri Hung said Vietnam Airlines has beenpresent at the event for many years. Besides its four-star service, the carrierwants to introduce Vietnam and its people to international friends.
He hoped that more andmore foreigners will choose Vietnam Airlines’ services, and Vietnam to spendtheir holidays.
The annual ITE-HongKong has grabbed attention of large aviation corporations and travel companiesworldwide. It is the largest-scale mart organised in Hong Kong, Macau and ninecities in Guangdong province, which boast a total population of 68 million and acombined GDP of 1.69 trillion USD.
Nearly 700 businessesfrom 56 countries and territories worldwide have attended the ITE-Hong Kong2019.
This year’s expo isexpected to lure more than 100,000 visitors, some 10,000 higher than the figurein 2018.-VNA
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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.
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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.
Vietnam Airlines' booth at the 33rd International Travel Expo (Photo: VNA) 
