Khanh Hoa serves over 19.4 mln visitors in eight months, exceeds yearly targets
The south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa has served over 19.4 million visitors so far this year, earning more than 23.9 trillion VND (1 billion USD), up over 152% year on year, according to the provincial Tourism Department.
Khanh Hoa (VNA)🐲 – The south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa has servedover 19.4 million visitors so far this year, earning more than 23.9trillion VND (1 billion USD), up over 152% year on year, according to the provincial TourismDepartment.
Among the arrivals, 5 million stayed overnight, more than doubling that the same periodlast year, while 1.2 million were foreigners, marking a 10.7-fold increase. The province has also welcomed 11 cruise ships, with over13,600 passengers disembarking for sightseeing. In August,the VnExpress Marathon Marvelous Nha Trang 2023 and cultural events drew around3.8 million visitors, of them 1 million served by lodging facilities. Many famtrips to Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa were also held bytravel companies from Indonesia, India, and other countries, raisingexpectation to tap into the potential international tourism market in the nearfuture. Directorof the provincial tourism department Nguyen Thi Le Thanh said it has advised the provincialPeople's Committee to hold a design competition for Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa tourismsouvenirs. It also proposed a draft communication plan to popularise the image of Khanh Hoa abroad using new methods for the 2023-2025 period. The second Nha Trang Sea Festival 2024 and the Nha Trang -Khanh Hoa International Light Festival 2024 were also planned, she said. Thisyear, Khanh Hoa targeted hosting roughly 4 million tourists, including some 2.5million domestic visitors, and earned 21 trillion VND in revenue. However,as of the late August, it already achieved and exceeded the set targets./.
The Dam Bay mangrove forest in Nha Trang Bay is an interesting destination for visitors to the central province of Khanh Hoa, offering the chance for them to challenge themselves by boating through a mangrove area, watching different types of marine life in untouched natural surroundings.
The south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa has seen a significant increase in the number of visitors during the summer months, with a 60% surge compared to the same period in 2019 before the pandemic hit.
The VnExpress Marathon Marvelous Nha Trang 2023 event took place in Nha Trang city, the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa, on August 13, with the participation of more than 11,000 domestic and foreign runners.
A direct air route linking the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s South Jeolla province and Vietnam’s central province of Khanh Hoa will be put into operation from late October, the Korean southwestern province’s authorities announced on August 21.
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.
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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.
Nha Trang beach in Khanh Hoa (Photo: VNA) 
