A seminar promoting Da Nang tourism was held on December 18 in Sydney, Australia, which is among the top five countries having a large number of visitors to the Vietnamese central city.
Sydney (VNA) – A seminar promoting Da Nang tourism was held on December 18 in Sydney, Austrꦏalia, which is among the top five countries having a large number of visitors to the Vietnamese central city.
It was the first seminar co-hosted by the Vietnamese Embassy in Australia and Da Nang municipal authorities as the Da Nang - Vietnam team in the Clipper 2015-16 Round the World Yacht Race has landed in Sydney port from December 12-26.
Ambassador to Australia Luong Thanh Nghi, in his speech, praised efforts made by Australian captain Wendy Tuck and Vietnamese crew on the Da Nang-Vietnam yacht, which he said, has fostered friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Australia.
He said Da Nang is gaining popularity among Australian tourists and through the yacht race, more and more Australians will learn more about Vietnam and Da Nang in particular.
Tran Chi Cuong, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, highlighted Da Nang as a destination for investment and vacation, adding that the seminar is to give foreigners an insight into its culture, services and development.
The 2015-16 Clipper Race marks the first time in its nineteen-year history that Da Nang is featured as a team and a host port on the race's global circuit.
The race started in London in August and takes 11 months to complete. Its 40,000 mile circumnavigation is divided into shorter legs so crew can choose to take part in either the whole race or one or more legs.
Up to 24 crew members, aged 18 to over 70 of various nationalities and backgrounds, live together on board each of the fleet's twelve 70-foot racing yachts. This means crew have to quickly adapt to being part of a diverse team which eats, sleeps and races together in close quarters.
The race participants are expected to arrive in Da Nang between February 17 and 21.
The twelve Clipper Race yachts with over 250 international crew and supporters will stay in the city until the next leg to Qingdao, China, departing on February 27.-VNA
A ceremony to officially name “Da Nang-Vietnam” as one of the 12 yachts participating in the Clipper Race was held at the St Catherine Docks in London on August 26.
The crew members of the Da Nang yacht, representing Vietnam in the famous Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, were welcomed in Albany city, capital of Western Australia State.
A model featuring a sailing boat used in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2015-2016, one of the most competitive and challenging sports activities in the world, is being showcased in Da Nang.
When the world's longest ocean race, the Clipper 2015-16 Round the World Yacht Race, visits Da Nang city's port in February, Nguyen Tran Minh An from Cam Le district will make a heroic return home.
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.
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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.
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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.
Ambassador Luong Thanh Nghi (Source: VNA)
