Tourism companies expect busy months to come with foreign visitors
Tourism companies have been developing new tours and products to attract international tourists who usually choose the time from August to April to visit Vietnam.
Foreign tourists visit Ha Long Bay in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh. (Photo: congthuong.vn)
Hanoi (VNA)👍 — Tourism companies have been developing new tours and productsto attract international tourists who usually choose the time from August toApril to visit Vietnam.
Accordingto the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, the number of internationaltourists to Vietnam grew positively in July and the first seven months of thisyear. So far this year, Vietnam for the first timewelcomed over 1 million in July, an increase of 6.5% compared to June. In thefirst seven months of this year, the total number of international visitors toVietnam reached nearly 6.6 million, accounting for 83% of the target for thisyear. TranThi Thu Huong, director of Ngoc Viet International Tourism and Trade Co., Ltd(Ngoc Viet Travel), said that the company built package tours and planned tooffer attractive promotions. Localitiesalso join in attracting foreign visitors with promotion activities. HoChi Minh City’s Tourism Department has carried out such activitiesin Bangkok and Phnom Penh, expecting that with itsconvenient geographical location, transportation, and visa-free policy, thecity can attract more tourists from Thailand and Cambodia. Meanwhile,Hanoi will organise events such as a travel photo contest, the Hanoi Tourism GiftFestival 2023, and the Hanoi Ao Dai Festival in the coming months to attractvisitors. DangHuong Giang, director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, said that in thecoming time, the department will coordinate with units to develop a foodtourmap to help visitors better explore the city. Thecity also pays attention to promoting MICE - a type of tourism that combinesmeetings, conferences, and exhibitions; golf tourism and tours connecting theinner city and the suburbs. Accordingto experts, from now to the end of 2023, the international tourist markethas plenty of room for strong growth. However,Vietnam needs to improve tourism products, coordination between ministries,agencies, and localities, and infrastructure, especially its roads andrailways. Itis also necessary to deploy international marketing and communicationprogrammes on a large scale and in diverse forms, taking advantage of digitalcommunication channels and social networks./.
Vietnam has planned to develop culinary tourism into a national strategic product, contributing to improving the competitiveness and brand of Vietnam's tourism.
The search for destinations in Vietnam has increased sharply after a new visa policy was approved by the National Assembly (NA), according to Agoda, a digital travel platform.
Vietnam’s economy started the second half of this year with positive signals which are expected to pave the way for a better recovery in the coming time.
The Hanoi Department of Tourism on August 5 announced that out of 70,000 peopple flocking to Korean girl band Blackpink’s concert at the Hanoi-based My Dinh National Stadium on July 29 and 30, over 3,000 ones are international visitors.
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 Ha Long Bay in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh. (Photo: congthuong.vn) 
