By showcasing the beauty of the country’s capital through its values of culture, history and people, the network describes Hanoi as a gate connecting with destinations throughout the country. The global tourism campaign with CNN will also present to viewers international events, the development of Hanoi in coming time, and its technology and creativity to turn the whole of the capital to a city of the future. According to the MoU, CNN will produce 30-second and 60-second commercials together with 30-minute special programs about Hanoi that will be broadcast on CNN’s digital and social media platforms The broadcast area covers Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, North America and South Asia. Speaking at the signing ceremony, director of Hanoi’s Department of Tourism Tran Duc Hai said that the cooperation between the two sides in the 2017-2018 period gave a deep impression on Hanoi to viewers, visitors and investors and brought effectiveness to the country and Hanoi … [Read more...] about Hanoi partners with CNN to promote tourism in global campaign
Promoting tourism through social media
Thailand promotes tourism, e-commerce
A temple in Bangkok (Source: Xinhua) Hanoi (VNA) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Expedia Group have signed an agreement on collaboration, aiming to reach a 20 percent growth in tourism income in secondary provinces by 2020. This is the first memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the national tourism organisation and an online travel agent on tourism marketing and promotion collaboration. Earlier, the TAT signed an agreement with China's Alibaba to promote attractions in Thailand to Chinese tourists through Alibaba social media outlets. Under the agreement with Expedia Group, TAT predicts more foreign tourists travelling to Thailand and more Thais visiting attractions across the country. Both foreigners and locals should help boost income growth to communities in secondary provinces from 9-10 percent last year to 20 percent over the next two years. TAT is promoting 55 secondary provinces under its campaign called Amazing Thailand Go Local. … [Read more...] about Thailand promotes tourism, e-commerce
CPTA’s member cities need to promote tourism through social networks
The Hanoitimes - The possession of long-standing media culture with the mix of modern life is the advantage to help Asia cities attract more European and US tourists. The information was announced by Director of Kuala Lumpur Department of Culture, Arts, Tourism and Sports, Khairul Anuar Bin Mhd Juri on the sidelines of the 16th meeting of Council for Promoting Tourism in Asia (CPTA) with Hanoi tourism enterprises on September 7. CPTA’s member cities needs to promote tourism through social network. Photo: Ho Ha For tourists from the Europe and US, they highly value destinations which are rich in cultural traditions. This can be considered the strength of Asian countries, so the 10 official member cities should emphasize these factors to attract more visitors from Europe and US, said the official. “I think members cities need to be more active in their general projects because it is free and can support each other. By combining such resources, we will achieve … [Read more...] about CPTA’s member cities need to promote tourism through social networks
Hanoi helps promote safe farm produce
The Hanoitimes - Consumers in Hanoi have more options for safe agricultural products through Hanoi`s website on safe farm produce, including addresses of safe and prestigious agricultural products in the city. For the first time, the information on safe agricultural products will be updated on a specialized page (https://nongsanantoanhanoi.gov.vn), which provides Hanoi's consumers with the experience of recognizing clean and safe farm produce. The page was launched by the Hanoi Investment, Trade, and Tourism Promotion Centre (HPA) on August 27. Editor-in-Chief of the Economics & Urban Newspaper Nguyen Minh Duc delivers speech at the launching ceremony At the launching ceremony, the HPA’s Deputy Director Nguyen Thi Mai Anh said the website is expected to help connect producers and businesses and promote their safe agricultural products both at home and abroad. The launch of this website aims to raise people’s awareness on clean and safe … [Read more...] about Hanoi helps promote safe farm produce
Vietnam to promote tourism in World Travel Market
The Hanoitimes - During the event, Vietnam will have a chance to introduce more traditionally safe, friendly destinations to British and European tourists. The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) in collaboration with the Hanoi Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Center, localities and businesses will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) in London, the UK from November 5 to 11. Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. Accordingly, VNAT in collaboration with Vietnam Tourism Advisory Board and Hanoi Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Center, national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will design Vietnam booth to promote amazing destinations of the country, organize press conferences and introduce a traditional culture through special art performances, etc. In addition, Vietnam will have a chance to introduce more traditionally safe, friendly destinations to British and European tourists. The program is part of activities VNAT will organize to … [Read more...] about Vietnam to promote tourism in World Travel Market