The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang welcomed more than 1.5 million tourists in the first quarter of this year. (Photo: zingnews.vn) Kien Giang (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang welcomed more than 1.5 million tourists in the first quarter of this year, surging 3.7 percent against the same period in 2017. Foreign arrivals were 59.5 percent higher than a year earlier with 173,000 people. Apart from renowned Phu Quoc island, Nam Du, Lai Son, An Son, Ba Lua and Hai Tac islands have become magnets for holiday-makers recently. Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Mai Van Huynh said that tourism will be developed into a spearhead economy in the locality, adding that attention has been paid to improving infrastructure, investment projects and human resource training. Phu Quoc island will be developed into an international hub for eco-tourism, resort tourism and amusement and a regional financial centre, he noted. Thanks to local … [Read more...] about Kien Giang draws 1.5 million tourists in first quarter
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Philippines to close Boracay resort to tourists for six months
MANILA — The Philippines has announced its best-known holiday island Boracay will be closed to tourists for six months over concerns that the once idyllic white-sand resort has become a "cesspool" tainted by dumped sewage. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte ordered the shutdown to start April 26, his spokesman Harry Roque said late on Wednesday on Twitter, without providing further detail. The decision raises questions about the livelihoods of thousands employed as part of a bustling tourist trade that serves some two million guests on the island each year. Boracay has some 500 tourism-related businesses, which had a combined annual revenue of 56 billion pesos (US$1.07 billion) last year. However in February Duterte blasted the tiny island’s hotels, restaurants and other businesses, accusing them of dumping sewage directly into the sea and turning it into a "cesspool". Officials have warned the island’s drainage system is being used to send the untreated sewage … [Read more...] about Philippines to close Boracay resort to tourists for six months
GoBear, KLOOK seek to attract tourists to East Asia
GoBear Vietnam and KLOOK travel company are organising a game for tourists to East Asia. — VNS Photo Asian insurance and financial metasearch engine GoBear has partnered with travel company KLOOK to launch a mini game series for Vietnamese travelling to East Asia. To take place this month, it is targeted at travellers who desire to see the picturesque beauty of cherry blossoms in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. The mini game is available at www.gobear.com/vn/campaign/hoaanhdao with a total prize pool of over VND130 million (US$5,700). Participants can win prizes sponsored by KLOOK, including a VND20 million voucher for KLOOK products; 30 travel kits; 30 vouchers for 4G SIM cards for use in Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan; 30 mobile prepaid cards; and over 400 vouchers for three-day WIFI 4G use in those places. Bao Nguyen, GoBear Vietnam’s country director, said: “With our partnership with KLOOK, we want to offer our users an opportunity to experience convenient travel … [Read more...] about GoBear, KLOOK seek to attract tourists to East Asia
Russia wants to see more Vietnamese tourists during World Cup
Football-loving Vietnamese tourists can visit Russia with ease for this year’s FIFA World Cup which takes place from June 14 to July 15. Volga River Cruise is one among recommended tours for Vietnamese tourists to discover Russia. — Photo russia-cruises-travel.com More favourable visa policies and special tours will be offered for the football spectacle, said the Russian Centre for Science and Culture in a seminar in Hanoi on Friday to promote tourism and introduce the special offers for Vietnamese fans. Representatives of the Russian Embassy, travel agents and airlines attended the event. “It should be noted that for the first time in its history Russia will become the host country of the world football championship, so we prepare carefully for the event,” said Russian Andrey Yurievich in Vietnam Vadim V Bublikov. “Especially for the championship in Russia, 12 stadiums have been made ready, meeting all modern requirements. In addition, more than one … [Read more...] about Russia wants to see more Vietnamese tourists during World Cup
Ninh Thuan’s vineyards attract tourists
To promote tourism, Ninh Thuan province has developed several agricultural tourism products, including vineyard tour packages, allowing visitors to enjoy fresh grape products at Thai An vineyard in Vinh Hai commune, Ninh Hai district of the province. Located on the way to Nui Chua National Park of Ninh Thuan province, Thai An vineyard village is an ideal stopover for tourists. Currently, vineyard farmers have started to harvest grapes for traders, but the village also opens its doors to visitors. Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy, a tourist from Hanoi said this is the first time she comes here. "The weather is beautiful, we can pick bunches of grapes by ourselves, it’s wonderful," Thuy said. Visiting the vineyard, tourists can pick fresh bunches of grapes and enjoy grapes and grape syrup at reasonable prices. Meanwhile, Vu Phuong Nhu Ngoc from Da Lat city, Lam Dong province said "grapes in Ninh Thuan are considered the best in Vietnam, the locality’s fruit has … [Read more...] about Ninh Thuan’s vineyards attract tourists