The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) recently revealed the programme for the 2019 National Tourism Year themed “Nha Trang, colour of the sea.”
Khanh Hoa (VNA) – The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) recentlyrevealed the programme for the 2019 National Tourism Year themed “Nha Trang,colour of the sea.”
The tourism year is seen as a golden opportunity for the south central coastalprovince of Khanh Hoa to promote its cultural heritage, natural resources andtourism products, thus attracting more domestic and foreign tourists to thelocality.
The MCST urged KhanhHoa to improve state management in tourism, create favourable conditions forbusinesses to participate in the activities, ensure political security andsocial order and safety and protect the environment.
There will be three major events, including the opening ceremony scheduled forlate 2018, the Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa sea festival in May 2019 and the closingceremony in late 2019.
Highlights of theprogramme will be beauty pageants like Miss Universe Vietnam and Miss TourismASEAN, along with the Hong Kong-Nha Trang Yatch Race.
Khanh Hoa, with a coast of more than 380 km and hundreds ofislands and islets, and a sunny year-long climate, has many advantages fortourism, especially sea-island tourism.
Besides Nha Trang Bay, Khanh Hoa also boasts CamRanh and Van Phong bays, both natural masterpieces.
Khanh Hoa’s tourism sector has experienced abreakthrough in recent years. The number of tourists to the province hasenjoyed average expansion of 15 percent - 17 percent in recent years.
In 2017, 5.5 million domestic and internationalholiday-makers visited the locality.
Khanh Hoa’s target of serving 6.5 million tourists in 2018 isexpected to be fulfilled as in early December, the province welcomed its 6millionth visitor of the year.
Next year, the locality aims to serve more than 7 millionvisitors, including some 3 million foreigners.-VNA
Authorities of the south central province of Khanh Hoa see the need to attract more tourists, especially from member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
The central coastal province of Khanh Hoa will host the Visit Vietnam Year 2019 under the theme of “Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa Sea Festival”, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Police of central Khanh Hoa province started criminal proceedings against Le Huy Toan, Deputy Chairman of the Nha Trang city People’s Committee, for lacking responsibilities and causing serious consequences related to the Hoang Long urban area project.
“Colour of the Sea” has been chosen as theme of the 2019 National Tourism Year in Nha Trang city, the central province of Khanh Hoa which is scheduled for December 31, 2018 – December 31, 2019.
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.
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