Khanh Hoa province welcomes 254,000 tourists in Q1
The south-central province of Khanh Hoa, home to the famed resort city of Nha Trang, welcomed some 254,000 tourists in the first quarter of 2022, up more than 12 percent year-on-year, said the provincial People’s Committee.
Khanh Hoa expects to attract more than 1.2 million tourists this year. (Photo: VNA)
Khanh Hoa (VNA) - The south-central provinceof Khanh Hoa, home to the famed resort city of Nha Trang, welcomed some 254,000tourists in the first quarter of 2022, up more than 12 percentyear-on-year, said the provincial People’s Committee.
Of the holidaymakers, 14,000 are foreigners, ayear-on-year rise of nearly 49 percent, the committee said, noting that tourismbrought about 1.33 trillion VND (58.17 million USD) to the province during the reviewedperiod.
🍰 Khanh Hoa has asked travel firms to put forth operationalplans in accordance with regulations set by the tourism and health sectors, includingthose on COVID-19 prevention and control.
The enterprises have also focused on developing newproducts, improving the quality of products and services and boosting promotionactivities.
Lodging facilities and tourism destinations in KhanhHoa have gradually resumed their operations after a long hiatus due to thepandemic, and met requirements to serve tourists in the new normal.
However, there still remain difficulties induced by COVID-19and global uncertainties, Director of the provincial Department of Tourism NguyenThi Le Thanh said, adding that major markets for Vietnamese tourism likeChina, the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Japan have still tightened their entry and exitregulations.
According to the department, national flag carrierVietnam Airlines will open a route between Singapore and Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa)from April 15, and will resume the Incheon (the RoK) – Cam Ranh route fromearly July.
Other carriers like Vietjet and Bamboo Airways andmany international airlines also plan to restore some flights to Cam Ranh.
✱ Khanh Hoa expects to attract more than 1.2 milliontourists this year, including 1.16 domestic visitors and 40,000 internationalarrivals, and earn 4 trillion VND from tourism this year./.
The south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa has moved to develop aquaculture in a more sustainable manner with the application of new technological farming methods.
The maritime search and rescue coordination centre in region 4 on March 16 rescued and brought ashore a fisherman, who was seriously injured while fishing in the territorial waters around Spratly (Truong Sa) archipelago.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
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.
Khanh Hoa expects to attract more than 1.2 million tourists this year. (Photo: VNA) 
