Measures to boost tourism between Vietnam and the Czech Republic were have been discussed at a recent talk jointly held by the Vietnamese Embassy and Eurovina Travel in Prague.
Prague (VNA) – Measures to boost tourism between Vietnam and theCzech Republic were have been discussed at a recent talk jointly held by theVietnamese Embassy and Eurovina Travel in Prague.
The November 9 event was attended by representatives from the Association ofCzech Travel Agents, large travel companies in the countries like Cedok,Eximtour, Blue Style, Marco Polo who are members of the famtrips to Vietnam inOctober, and reporters from local media.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic Ho Minh Tuan affirmed that Vietnam boastshuge potential and strength to develop tourism thanks to its diversified artculture and cuisine together with a treasure trove of tourist attractionscomprising eight UNESCO world heritage sites.
The Government is working to complete legislative system and set up anappropriate strategy to make tourism become a spearhead economic sector, hesaid, adding that the country welcomed 10 million international visitors in2016 and the figure is expected to surge 25-30 percent to 13 million in 2017.
Tuan stressed that there are large room for Vietnam and the Czech Republic topromote tourism cooperation as the number of Vietnamese arrivals to theEuropean country is still limited due to the Czech Republic’s halt on visaissuance for Vietnamese as well as shortage of direct flights and effectivetourism promotion programmes.
He hoped that members of the Czech famtrips will play a crucial role in bolsteringtourism cooperation between the two countries in the coming time.
Expressing their impression on their experiences in Vietnam, the delegateslauded Vietnam’s potential to develop tourism with stable socio-economicsituation, competitive tourism costs and alluring tourism products.
Ales Ruzicka from the Czech radio station told Vietnam News Agencycorrespondents that Vietnam is a beautiful and safe country with friendly localpeople and a wide range of specialties.-VNA
President Tran Dai Quang and his Czech counterpart Milos Zeman agreed to forge cooperation between Vietnam and the Czech Republic in various areas during their talks in Hanoi on June 7.
Vietnam and the Czech Republic have issued a joint statement during the state visit to Vietnam from June 6-8 by Czech President Milos Zeman and his spouse. Following is the full text of the joint statement.
Vietnam and the Czech Republic hold a lot of potential to their raise trade and investment revenues in various fields, heard a forum in Ho Chi Minh City on June 8.
VUFO and the Vietnam-Czech Republic Friendship Association of Ho Chi Minh City co-hosted a ceremony in the city on October 21 to mark the Czech Republic’s 99th National Day (October 28).
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.
Photo Exhibition features Vietnam (Source: VNA) 
