The Yen Phu lake in the central province of Quang Binh (Source: vnexpress.net)
Hanoi (VNA) – The central provinceof Quang Binh has planned to organise tours to the set of the film “Kong: Skull Island”, which is expected to bring hugerevenue for US filmmakers and great benefits to tourism in countries where thefilm was shot.
“Kong: Skull Island” the story of agroup of explorers who go in search of the birthplace of the lord of giantapes, officially hits cinemas in Vietnam and worldwide on March 10.
Vietnam is one of the threefilming destinations, in addition to Hawaii and Australia, thanks to its wild naturalscenery.
Scenes were shot in Trang An, Van Long and TamCoc in the northern province of Ninh Binh; the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park,Rao Nan River and Yen Phu Lake in the central province of Quang Binh; and HaLong Bay in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh.
The 195-million-USD filmproject provides an opportunity to promote Vietnamese localities, as well as thecountry in general, to the world.
Quang Binh authorities negotiated with the film crew to build Kong’s arm-shaped statues inYen Phu lake, Cha Noi valley and Chuot cave, aiming to attract tourists to thelocations, said the provincial Department of Tourism.
It also signed a contract with the website TripAdvisor to promote the locality’stourism destinations, aiming to draw more foreign visitors to Quang Binh.
Channel NewsAsia quoted the film’s director Jordan Vogt-Roberts on its website www.channelnewsasia.com as saying that Vietnamprovided the “perfect aesthetic” for the film.
“The look of Vietnamis gorgeous and otherworldly at the same time,” he said, adding that “There’ssuch a raw, powerful and unspoiled beauty that general audiences hadn'texperienced on screen before.”
Vogt-Roberts is hopeful that the film will encourage more people tovisit Vietnam, although he said he is mindful of both the advantages andpitfalls.
Vogt-Roberts was chosen asVietnam’s new tourism ambassador in the 2017-2020 tenure. He will work to promote Vietnam’stourism through activities in communication, art and photography, among others.-VNA
The imposing scenes and thrilling beauty of Ha Long Bay, Trang An Complex and mountains in Quang Binh Province are showcased in the official trailer for the Hollywood blockbuster Kong: Skull Island.
The central province of Quang Binh is looking to cash in on the Hollywood film King Kong, new flights and being home to the world’s largest cave, Son Doong.
Vietnam provided the “perfect aesthetic” for the film “Kong: Skull Island”, director Vogt-Roberts was quoted by Channel NewsAsia on its website www.channelnewsasia.com.
Jordan Charles Vogt-Roberts, director of the latest Hollywood blockbuster “Kong: Skull Island” has been appointed as tourism ambassador of Vietnam in the 2017-2020 tenure.
Northern Quang Ninh province is aiming to take advantage of opportunities the American blockbuster “Kong: Skull Island” may bring to its tourism industry.
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.
The Yen Phu lake in the central province of Quang Binh (Source: vnexpress.net) 
