Vietnam sees record number of int'l tourists in November
Vietnam served over 1.23 million international tourists in November, up 11% month-on-month, the record monthly number in 2023, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam served over 1.23 million international tourists in November, up11% month-on-month, the record monthly number in 2023, according to theVietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).
In the first 11 months of 2023, the country welcomed 11.2 million foreign arrivals,3.8 times higher than the figure recorded in the same period last year, and equalto 68.9% of the figure in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out. Of the total, visitorstraveling by air accounted for 87.3%.
The VNAT said theRepublic of Korea (RoK) maintained its position as the largest tourist market ofVietnam in the Jan-November period with 3.2 million arrivals, accounting for28.5%. It was followed by China and Taiwan (China).
Meanwhile, Thailand, Malaysia and Cambodia;and the UK, France and German were respectively the top markets in in SoutheastAsia and Europe.
In November 2023, the number of European arrivals witnessed the strongestgrowth among the continents, up 58.5% compared to the previous month. The numberof Chinese visitors continued to maintain a growth of nearly 10%.
Statistics from the General Statistics Office (GSO), Vietnam raked in an estimated34 trillion VND (1.4 billion USD) from tourism activities in the reviewedperiod, up 50.5% year-on-year.
The US travel site - Travel Off Path also has run an article stating four reasonswhy Vietnam is increasingly becoming a favourite destination for "digital nomads",including the new visa policy which took effect on August 15, 2023.
Since early 2023, localities nationwide have actively offered many tourismproducts and cultural and sports activities to stimulate tourism demand.
Notably, Hanoi has launched 15 night tourism products to promote the advantagesof night services, contributing to promoting the city's socio-economicdevelopment./.
Vietnam witnessed an significant increase in the number of international tourist arrivals by sea in the first quarter of 2023, showing that cruise tourism has great potential for further development in the Southeast Asian nation.
Vietnamese destinations have continually been honoured by the foreign media recently, helping popularise the country as a beautiful, hospitable, and attractive destination for international visitors, said the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).
The central province of Quang Binh, dubbed the “kingdom of caves”, welcomed over 3.6 million tourist arrivals in the first nine months of 2023, soaring 2.32-fold year on year, reported the provincial Department of Tourism.
Vietnam welcomed 8.9 million international visitors in the first nine months of this year, exceeding the target of 8 million visitors set for the whole year 2023.
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.
Foreign tourists in Hanoi (Photo: VNA) 
