The Department of Tourism of central Da Nang city introduced local distinctive tourism products in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 6, with a focus on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism, golf and eco-tourism, cultural heritage, culinary experiences, nightlife entertainment, and prominent events and festivals.
Da Nang firms introduce tourism products in Indonesia. (Photo: VNA)
Jakarta (VNA) – The Depart꧂ment of Tourism of central D💟a Nang city introduced local distinctive tourismproducts in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 6, with a focus on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, andExhibitions (MICE) tourism, golf and eco-tourism, cultural heritage, culinaryexperiences, nightlife entertainment, and prominent events and festivals.
Speakingat the event, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Tran Chi Cuong described Indonesia as one of the potential tourismmarkets that Da Nang is particularly interested in. Hesaid Da Nang's tourism sector saw a strong growth in the first nine months of 2023, with nearly 6 million visitors served by accommodation facilities in thecity, which is a 2.1-fold increase compared to the same period last year. RegardingIndonesia - a Muslim-majority country with a population of some 280 million, ranking fourth in theworld and the largest in Southeast Asia, asignificant number of Indonesian tourists visited and stayed in Da Nang in thefirst eight months of this year. Accordingto the official, Da Nang has invested in accommodation infrastructure, facilitated directflight services, opened Halal restaurants, and set up prayer rooms at Da NangInternational Airport in service of Muslim tourists.
On the occasion, the Da Nang Tourism Association andthe Indonesian Travel Agents Association signed a cooperation agreement toexchange tourists and facilitate the opening of a direct air route betweenIndonesia and Da Nang./.
The central city of Da Nang has conducted numerous tourism activities so far this year, thus greatly contributing to the local socio-economic development.
The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2023) has strengthened efforts to “thaw” Da Nang’s tourism industry and “sparked hope” not only for the central coastal city, but also for Vietnam’s tourism industry after the heavy effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cau Vang (Golden Bridge) in the central city of Da Nang has been listed among the most iconic bridges in the world by Indian monthly magazine LuxeBook.
As well as relaxing on the beach, visitors to the central coastal city of Da Nang this summer had the chance to experience a kaleidoscope of exciting activities during the city’s summer festival.
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.
Da Nang firms introduce tourism products in Indonesia. (Photo: VNA) 
