Quang Ninh strives to attract 14 million tourist arrivals in 2023
The northeastern border coastal province of Quang Ninh strives to welcome 14 million tourist arrivals and earn nearly 27 trillion VND (1.2 billion USD) from them this year.
Quang Ninh strives to attract 14 million tourist arrivals in 2023. (Photo: VNA)
QuangNinh (VNA)ꦛ – The northeastern border coastal province of QuangNinh strives to welcome 14 million tourist arrivals and earn nearly 27 trillion VND (1.2billion USD) from them this year.
Accordingly, the province will continue severalprojects to further develop the local tourism sector,including a project on tourism recovery to 2025, with a vision to 2030; a sustainablecommunity tourism development work; and a master plan on marine tourism developmenton Ha Long, Bai Tu Long bays, Van Don and Co To islands. Pham Thi Oanh, head of Mong Cai city’s Department ofCulture and Information, said since the Van Don- Mong Cai expressway was putinto operation in September 2022, the number of visitors to the locality hasincreased significantly. Mong Cai aims to welcome 1.5 million arrivals thisyear, up 50% compared to 2022. Mong Cai has inaugurated a pilot free wifisystem and QR code scanning points to better serve tourists, and a list of service providers in the city.
Ha Long Bay (Photo: VNA)
In 2022, after COVID-19 was well contained, Quang Ninhwas among the first localities to welcome tourists. The province received about11.6 million visitors, reaching 122% of set target. Of the figures,international arrivals accounted for more than 300,000, an increase of 508%compared to 2021, while domestic visitors were 11.2 million, up 160.6% year onyear. Total revenue from tourism sector was estimated at nearly 22.6 trillionVND./.
A high-level delegation from the northeastern border province of Quang Ninh’s Mong Cai city on December 21 held a virtual meeting with authorities of Dongxing city in China's Guangxi province, discussing bilateral collaboration across fields in the time to come.
The northeastern province of Quang Ninh welcomed more than 106,000 visitors, earning about 230 billion VND (nearly 9,800 USD) during the three-day New Year holiday from December 31, 2022, to January 2, 2023, according to the provincial Department of Tourism.
This year, the northern province of Quang Ninh targets a growth rate of over 10% in gross regional domestic product (GRDP) and will focus on improving investment attraction and people’s life quality.
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.
Quang Ninh strives to attract 14 million tourist arrivals in 2023. (Photo: VNA) 
Ha Long Bay (Photo: VNA) 
