Tourism experts gathered at the workshop “An Giang Tourism - A stone into the water” in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang recently to discuss sustainable tourism development in the locality.
Famous Cam Mountain tourism site in An Giang province (Photo: vietfuntravel.com.vn)
An Giang (VNA) – Tourism experts gathered at the workshop “An GiangTourism - A stone into the water” in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang recentlyto discuss sustainable tourism development in the locality.
Guillaume Van Grinsven, Senior Expert from the Netherlands’ ProgrammaUitzending Managers (Manager Deployment Programme), said that An Giang’stourism sector needs to pay attention to safety and service quality.
Along with its tourism staples of Sam Mountain (Chau Doc city), Cam Mountain(Bay Nui, Tinh Bien district), Oc Eo (Thoai Son district) and green tours, theprovince should develop traditional craft villages, preserve its naturalecosystem and create tourism packages for domestic and international visitors,he stressed.
Meanwhile, Nguyen Thanh Binh, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’sCommittee, said that the province is building a master plan to branch out NuiCam tourism site, unearth Oc Eo cultural relic site and promote tourismconnection with other localities.
Participants at the event agreed that the province needs to simplifyadministrative procedures, develop infrastructure and establish a tourismbusiness club in Chau Doc city.
Located in the southwest of the country and bordering Cambodia, An Giang hasstunning landscapes and several cultural relic sites like Cam Mountain, Tra Sucajeput forest, Tuc Dup hill, and Oc Eo cultural relic site.
In the first nine months of 2017, An Giang welcomed seven million domestic andinternational visitors, accounting for 107 percent of the annual plan.
The locality raked in 3.4 trillion VND (149.7 million USD) in tourism revenue,or 95 percent of the goal for the year.-VNA
A business cooperation agreement has been signed between the MHB Bank, Chau Doc branch and An Giang Tourism Development JSC for the development of a cable car system to Cam Mount in An Giang province.
The first cable car system in the Mekong Delta will be put into service on February 14, making it easier for local and foreign visitors to visit the touristic Bay Nui area in An Giang province, according to the project owner An Giang Tourism Development Joint Stock Company (ANDESCO).
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet chef Martin Yan, enjoy an ox racing festival and join the solemn Ba Chua Xu honouring festival in Chau Doc city this May.
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.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
Famous Cam Mountain tourism site in An Giang province (Photo: vietfuntravel.com.vn) 
