Vietnam's Tourism General Department recently reported a decrease in tourist activity so far this year, indicating that the target of four million visitors can be hardly achieved. Pham Tu, Deputy Director of the tourism agency said that Vietnam received 1.85 million foreigners in the first six months, registering a decrease from the important Chinese and French markets. In the first six months, Vietnam received just 330,000 Chinese, a yearly decrease of 23 percent. Chinese tourists currently account for 18 percent of foreign tourists to Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Vietnam tourism slopes downward, official warns
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APEC Tourism Ministerial meeting opened: Vietnam tourism to Asia-Pacific region
The informal session of APEC Tourism Ministers was held at the Golden Sand Resort in Hoi An (Quang Nam Province) on October 16. The meeting was to prepare for the plenary session on October 17. Foreign tourists in Vietnam … [Read more...] about APEC Tourism Ministerial meeting opened: Vietnam tourism to Asia-Pacific region
Vietnam Tourism Industry Poised for Robust Growth
Vietnam has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in South-east region. The country’s tourism industry has been growing unprecedentedly for the past few years with rising domestic as well as international tourists. The travel & tourism industry accounted for 10% of the GDP in the Vietnamese economy during 2011. The government’s support has been the key driving force for this industry. The government has been readily spending on the promotional activities across the world to boost the nation’s tourism industry. In future, the tourism revenue in Vietnam is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of around 13% during 2012-2015. … [Read more...] about Vietnam Tourism Industry Poised for Robust Growth
UK listed as one of 10 largest markets for Vietnam tourism
The British market, for the first time, is listed in top 10 largest markets for Vietnam tourism with around 18,000 tourists in January, 2012, an increase of 39,7 percent compared to the same time last year. The UK market has developed more strongly in 2011 with various promotional campaigns for Vietnamese tourists, since the opening of direct flights from Hanoi and HCMC to London in December. At present, there are 4 direct flights per week from Vietnam to the UK and it is planed that there will be daily flights in 2015. Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) said that various marketing campaigns will be launched to invite more British travel agencies to Vietnam in 2012. Over the past two years, many activities have been developed to promote Vietnam tourism in the UK, including advertising on taxi, travel magazines of the Association of British Travel Agents, UK National Geographic, especially on electronic boards at the Premier League’s 12 matches from October to … [Read more...] about UK listed as one of 10 largest markets for Vietnam tourism
Vietnam tourism still disorganised
Even though international tourist organisations have expressed their appreciation of Vietnam's tourism industry there are still many factors that need addressing. The tourism sector brings in huge economic gains. However, Vietnam tourism is still disjointed, according to travel businesses, in a discussion held in Ho Chi Minh City on February 23 under the theme "Building an image for Vietnam's tourism". The nation's tourism industry must combine all activities of the sector with each other, said journalist Dinh Phong, former chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City Journalists' Association. Director General of Saigon Tourist forecasts that Vietnam's tourism will not see much change in the next five years. The national tourism sector should develop in parallel with eco-tourism to protect the environment while still keeping the traditional character. Local authorities have not yet seen a close and effective connection. Overcharging also occurs everywhere and influences tourism … [Read more...] about Vietnam tourism still disorganised