Thua Thien-Hue greets 2.3 million tourists in 9 months
The central province of Thua Thien-Hue received nearly 2.3 million tourists in the first nine months of this year, raking in over 2 trillion VND (88 billion USD), representing a year-on-year increase
The central province of Thua Thien-Hue received nearly 2.3 million tourists in the first nine months of this year, raking in over 2 trillion VND (88 billion USD), representing a year-on-year increase of 3.31 percent.
One-third of the figure was foreign tourists, an increase of 2.25 percent, compared to the same period last year.
The number of visitors to the locality by ocean liners exceeded 797,000 in the period. Notably, the five-star Voyage of the Seas of the US Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines with about 3,500 tourists on board docked at Chan May Port last month, the third largest ship to anchor at the port.
The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre offered promotions during the “Golden Tourism Week” programmes in 2015, which ran in April, June and September, contributing to attracting a large number of visitors to the locality.
Thanks to these efforts, Hue relic sites welcomed nearly 1.7 million in the reviewed period, 8.76 percent higher than the same period last year, with over 700,000 of whom being foreigners.
The provincial authorities hope to greet 3.1-3.3 million tourists in 2015, earning between 3.1-3.2 trillion VND (142 billion USD), up 15-18 percent compared to 2014. Revenue from the tourism and service sector is expected to contribute 56-57 percent to the locality’s gross domestic product.
To that end, the province will focus on building and upgrading infrastructure facilities in the Chan May Port and enhancing connections among sea port systems in order to foster growth in sea-travel.
𝔍 The provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism is working closely with foreign organisations to arrange training courses for employees in the field and promote promotion activities in the Republic of Korea, Hong Kong (China) and Japan, which are traditional tourism markets of the locality.-VNA
The central province of Thua Thien-Hue welcomed over 2.1 million tourists in the past eight months of this year, including 735,900 foreigners, up 1.32 percent compared to the same period last year.
The central province of Thua Thien - Hue is speeding up the completion of Chan May port’s Wharf No. 1 in a bid to welcome 60,000 tourists, said Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Van
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.
Foreign tourists visit Thua Thien-Hue (Source: VNA)
