Vietnam’s traditional dish, tourist destinations introduced in Canada
Nem ran (crispy spring rolls), which has been listed among the top 10 best dishes by CNN Travel, has been introduced to foreign friends during the ASEAN Happy Hour programme as part of the Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show in Canada.
Foreign friends enjoy Vietnamese traditional disk of Nem ran (crispy spring rolls) (Photo: VNA)
Ottawa (VNA) – Nem ran(crispy spring rolls), which has been listedamong the top 10 best dishes by CNN Travel, has been introduced toforeign friends during the ASEAN Happy Hour programme as part of the Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show in Canada.
Togetherwith the traditional dish, the Vietnamese Embassy in Canada gave visitors an insightof thousand-year-old Hanoi city, the beauty of the UNESCO-recognised World HeritageSites of Ha Long Bay and Phong Nha-Ke Bang.
Thisyear, the Vietnamese booth became a highlight of the event, drawing a largenumber of visitors.
Alongwith Vietnamese cuisine, the ASEAN Happy Hour, held by the ASEAN Committee inOttawa, also highlighted unique dishes of Brunei, Indonesia, Myanmar, thePhilippines and Thailand.
The Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show, took place on March 30 and 31,had more than 200 booths organized by more than 50 countries around the world.
2018was a successful year for Canada’s tourism sector with 21.13 million touristsvisiting the country in the year. Tourism created 745,300 jobs in Canada, andcontributed about 102.5 billion CAD (76.78 billion USD) to the country’seconomy.
Meanwhile,Vietnam ranked third in the top 10 countries with the fastest growth in thenumber of foreign tourists in 2018. However, the number of Canadian tourists toVietnam has stayed modest at over 138,200 in 2017 and 104,057 in the eightfirst months of 2018.
Accordingto Jay Johnson, Sales and Marketing Director of Come&Go Vietnam, Vietnamand Canada boast high potential for cooperation in tourism. Canadian peopleconsider Vietnam as a safe destination to visit, he said.
TheVietnam-Canada relationship has been growing, while the 250,000-strongVietnamese community in the country is an important force helping foster the friendshipbetween the two countries, he noted. Johnson predicted that the number ofCanadian tourists to Vietnam will rise in the future.-VNA
A Vietnam tourism promotion programme was held in Toronto on September 17 night, wrapping up the Vietnamese Culture Week in Canada from September 11-17.
Vietnam is moving towards a green tourism development, which is associated with environmental protection and promotion of traditional cultural values, according to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Quang Tung.
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.
Foreign friends enjoy Vietnamese traditional disk of Nem ran (crispy spring rolls) (Photo: VNA) 
