Da Nang strives to welcome 9.8 million tourists in 2020
The central coastal city of Da Nang aims to serve 9.8 million tourists in 2020, a year-on-year rise of 12.74 percent, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Visitors to Ba Na Hill, a popular destination in Da Nang city (Photo: VNA)
Da Nang (VNA) – The central coastalcity of Da Nang aims to serve 9.8 million tourists in 2020, a year-on-year riseof 12.74 percent, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
The number of international visitors is expectedto increase by 13-15 percent year-on-year.
The city is building a night economicdevelopment plan in the field of tourism to realise the 2020 target.
Besides developing the domestic market, the citywill diversify the international one in 2019-2021, focusing on potentialmarkets such as France, Germany, Russia, Australia, North America, and India.
In 2019, Da Nang has welcomed 8.69 millionholidaymakers, including nearly 3.5 million foreigners, up 30.7 percent from theprevious year.
As of December 2019, 35 international and 10domestic air routes respectively operated 496 and 662 flights per week to thecentral coastal city.
Covering over 1,250 square metres, Da Nang iscited as an entrance to four World Heritage areas including the former royalcapital city of Hue, Hoi An ancient city and My Son Sanctuary in Quang Namprovince and UNESCO-recognised Phong Nha-Ke Bang in Quang Binh Province.
It has a total of 90 kilometres of coastline anddozens of beaches, including stunning My Khe. Meanwhile, the city’s Ngu HanhSon district is renowned as a centre for stone art, with Non Nuoc craft villagestands at the foot of the Marble Mountain. | In 2019, Da Nang was ranked first amongVietnamese tourists’ popular destinations by Agoda, one of the world’s fastestgrowing online travel booking platforms./.
The Da Nang Department of Tourism held an event in Hanoi on January 4 to promote upcoming events scheduled to take place in the central city throughout this year.
An international conference on golf tourism was held in Da Nang city by the International Association of Golf Tourism Operators (IAGTO) and the city Department of Tourism on May 8.
The Da Nang Tourism Department and Coco Bay resort launched the Danang FantastiCity, a competition that offers both domestic and international players a chance to experience the central coastal city.
A cooperation agreement to promote a train tourism programme was signed between the SaiGon Passenger Transport JSC and the Da Nang Tourism Association of the central city of Da Nang on January 7.
The central city of Da Nang held an event in Bangkok, Thailand on October 24 to promote its tourism to Thai travel companies and connect them with Vietnamese partners.
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.
Visitors to Ba Na Hill, a popular destination in Da Nang city (Photo: VNA) 
