Promotes domestic tourism

International tourists wear Vietnam's signature conical hats. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Will Vietnam's tourism see a boost soon? Industry insiders are optimistic about future prospects as the Government weighs up a 90-day e-visa to gain a competitive edge as a leading tourism destination. Travel companies are anticipating that if the decision is finalised in the ongoing National Assembly’s meeting, which started on May 22, the sector could take advantage of the change right from the travelling season starting in September and achieve the goal of eight million foreign tourists for this year. As of the end of April, Vietnam has welcomed nearly 3.7 million international arrivals, reaching nearly half of the goal it has set for 2023. However, these figures hint that Vietnam's tourism rebound is still underway - the 2023 goal is modest compared to the country's record 18 million international arrivals in 2019. Pham Ha, CEO of travel business Lux Group told Vietnam … [Read more...] about Industry insiders anticipate tourism boost as 90-day visa brought to NA meeting

Boats move on Ngo Dong River in Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Four provinces in the southern part of the Red River Delta , namely Ninh Binh, Ha Nam, Nam Dinh, and Thai Binh, have been taking steps to tap into their natural advantages to develop agricultural and rural tourism . The Nhan dan (People) daily cited tourism experts and culture researchers as saying that the southern region of the Red River Delta boasts a large farmland area, mainly fertile alluvial soil, relatively developed intensive farming, and favourable climate conditions for not only agricultural development but also agricultural and rural tourism. Over the past years, a number of domestic and international travellers have viewed agricultural and rural tourism as a novel experience worth to try, especially in the post-COVID period, when a trend of low-cost travel in rural places with pristine and beautiful landscapes has been rising. Grasping that chance, these … [Read more...] about Red River Delta provinces move to promote agritourism

The opening ceremony will take place on the morning of May 27 at a lively outdoor stage on the vast rice field along the Tam Coc tourist route in Ninh Hai Commune. The ceremony will be livestreamed by Vietnam Television and Ninh Binh Television on their digital platforms. The opening ceremony will take place on nearly 10,000 square metres of rice fields The event aims to draw 1,500 delegates, including those from the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ambassadors from 15 nations, international tourism associations operating in Vietnam, leaders from the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism and the Vietnam Tourism Association, UNESCO Travel Club, the heads of Ninh Binh province and 13 other localities, representatives from tourism businesses, and members of the local press. The annual event aims to play a key role in the revival and expansion of the tourism industry. About 200 international and domestic … [Read more...] about Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2023 set to land on May 27

Hanoi is said to boast much golf tourism potential. (Illustrative photo: diendandoanhnghiep.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi is believed to hold rich potential for golf tourism, and it is taking various measures to tackle challenges and turn this type of tourism into its signature travel products. The capital city is currently home to five golf courses and about 10 golf training sites. The system of accommodation facilities is relatively diverse and professional, including modern four- and five-star hotels of such brands as JW Marriot, Sheraton, and Metropole, according to the municipal Tourism Department. Deputy Director of the Tourism Department Nguyen Hong Minh said golf tourism is one of highly potential luxury tourism products of Vietnam, including Hanoi, helping attract the travellers who are ready to spend big, particularly international ones. Surveys show that local golf courses are all large, professional, and up to international standard with diverse and beautiful … [Read more...] about Hanoi moves to optimise golf tourism potential

Travel companies are anticipating that if the decision is finalized in the ongoing National Assembly’s meeting, which started on May 22, the sector could take advantage of the change right from the travelling season starting in September and achieve the goal of eight million foreign tourists for this year. As of the end of April, Vietnam has welcomed nearly 3.7 million international arrivals, reaching nearly half of the goal it has set for 2023. However, these figures hint that Vietnam's tourism rebound is still underway - the 2023 goal is modest compared to the country's record 18 million international arrivals in 2019. Pham Ha, CEO of travel business Lux Group told Vietnam News: “Open policies like this will be a driving force for tourism. “I believe that with other comprehensive policies, Vietnam can receive eight million foreign visitors within the year 2023.” The visa validity extension has been a long-awaited decision for many travel agencies, as it allows easier, … [Read more...] about Industry insiders anticipate tourism boost as 90-day visa brought to N.A. meeting

Accordingly, relevant forces will carry out inspections in Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa and Nghe An in the Northern and North-central regions in June, and in Da Nang, Khanh Hoa, Quang Nam, Binh Thuan, Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau and Kien Giang in the Central, South-central and Southern regions from July to October. The ministry said this activity aims to raise awareness of state management agencies, investors, and managers and operators of accommodation establishments about the necessity to maintain and control tourism service quality towards sustainable tourism development, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the VNAT, tourist accommodation establishments nationwide have developed strongly in terms of quantity and quality, enabling the tourism industry to compete with other countries in the region and the world. The investment inflow into this sector has concentrated on sea and mountain resorts. Besides international corporations and brands such as Hyatt, … [Read more...] about Tourism accommodations to be inspected towards improved quality of services

Stay up to date with the best news about Vietnam for today. Vietnam named among top destinations in Southeast Asia Vietnam's Son Doong Cave is the world's largest natural cave in the central province of Quang Binh. Photo: Vietnam News Agency Vietnam is among the seven best countries to visit in Southeast Asia, with April and September being the ideal months for tourists, according to The Independent . The UK newsroom’s article suggests travelers explore the ancient town of Hoi An, the world heritage of Ha Long Bay, and the world’s largest natural cave Son Doong Cave for natural attractions. The region's diverse cultural and religious traditions make it a unique and fascinating destination. Localities, enterprises honored for digital transformation and innovation Vietnam's "Top Industry 4.0 Vietnam - I4.0 Awards" on May 27 recognized seven provinces and cities, 65 businesses, and 79 digital products and solutions for their effectiveness in … [Read more...] about Vietnam News Highlights for May 28, 2023

Do Van Su, deputy director general of the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Planning and Investment Last week, Do Van Su, deputy director general of the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, said the quality and quantity of foreign-headed projects have improved in recent years. “Although the number of large-scale projects has decreased due to the impact of many factors, the quantity of projects overall sees an average increase of 16-19 per cent per year. The average capital of projects is $16 million,” he said. Statistics published by Su’s agency showed that in the first four months of 2023, Vietnam attracted 750 newly registered projects, 386 added-capital projects, and 1,044 paid-in capital, signifying increases of 65.2, 19.5, and 1.8 per cent on-year, respectively. The results are deemed positive in the context that global foreign investment capital inflow is forecasted to dip this year. In addition, these positive … [Read more...] about Quality and quantity advances sought

The tournament is regarded as the most elite competition of its type in Vietnam and has been instrumental in promoting the game over the last decade. The Bia Saigon Cup has long been considered an exciting platform for Vietnamese football talent, allowing them to showcase their skill and passion for the beautiful game. Bia Saigon has been the main sponsor since 2022, and has committed to extending its sponsorship for another two years. Teoh Kim Wei, deputy general director of SABECO , underlined the company’s commitment by saying, "As a long-standing advocate of Vietnamese sport, Bia Saigon has consistently demonstrated its dedication through practical contributions to both domestic and international competitions." "In addition to being the main sponsor of the national football teams, we recognise the importance of nurturing the grassroots of the game and believe that our partnership with VietFootball through the Bia Saigon Cup will play a significant role in fostering the … [Read more...] about Bia Saigon and VietFootball kick off football cup

Illustrative photo (Photo:VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietravel Airlines on May 25 officially launched direct flights connecting two central localities of Vietnam – Cam Ranh and Da Nang with Macau (China). Flight number VU1337 took off from Macau International Airport at 13.40 (local time) on May 25 and landed at Cam Ranh International Airport at 14:55 (Vietnam time), bringing the first tourists group from Macau to Vietnam after the period of travel restriction due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following the success of the Hanoi – Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City - Bangkok routes, Vietravel Airlines will operate daily charter flights on the routes Cam Ranh/ Da Nang – Macau (China) from May 25. At the same time, the airline is also working with authorities and partners in countries in Northeast Asia to soon launch flights to Taiwan (China), China, the Republic of Korea, and Japan. Together with expanding its international route network, Vietravel Airlines also put into operation … [Read more...] about Vietravel Airlines launches direct flights from Da Nang/Cam Ranh to Macau