Vietnam wins multiple awards at World Travel Awards 2022
Vietnamese airlines and destinations were named among the winners at the award ceremony of the World Travel Awards 2022 - Region: Asia & Oceania, which took place in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7 evening.
Representatives of Vietnam Airlines receive an award at the ceremony (Photo: VNA)
HCM City, September 8 (VNA) – Vietnamese airlines anddestinations were named among the winners at the award ceremony of the World TravelAwards 2022 - Region: Asia & Oceania, which took place in Ho Chi Minh Cityon September 7 evening.
The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines wonthe titles of Asia's Leading Airline - Economy Class and Asia's Leading AirlineBrand; while Vietravel Airlines was accredited as Asia's Leading New Airline.
Meanwhile, the Ville De Mont Mountain Resort in the northernmountainous province of Lao Cai’s Sa Pa town and Premier Village Ha LongBay Resort in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh were called onto thestage as Asia's Leading Lifestyle Resort and Asia's Leading Family Villa Resort2022, respectively.
Representatives of Ville De Mont Mountain Resort at the ceremony (Photo: VNA)
This year, Vietnam received a series of nominations fordifferent categories at the WTA 2022. The country was nominatedfor awards in the Asian region for Leading Destination, Leading SustainableTourism Destination, Leading Heritage Destination, Leading Cultural Destination,Leading Nature Destination, Leading Youth Travel Destination and Leading BeachDestination.
The capital city of Hanoi was shortlisted as Asia’s LeadingCity Break Destination and Asia’s Leading Cultural City Destination.
Last year, Vietnam won the title of Asia’s Leading Destination at the WorldTravel Awards, and was honoured as Asia’s Leading Sustainable TourismDestination, and the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism as Asia’sLeading Tourist Board 2021.
The WTA was launched in 1993 to acknowledge excellence inthe travel and tourism industry. Heralded as the “travel industry’s equivalentof the Oscars” by the Wall Street Journal, the awards are based on votes fromthe public and travel professionals across the globe.
Last night’s ceremony marked the second time Vietnam hasplayed host to the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony, with Phu Quoc, the nation’slargest island off the southern province of Kien Giang, selected as the venuein 2019./.
Vietnam has made the shortlist in 10 categories at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) said on June 6.
Ho Chi Minh City has been chosen as the venue for a gala ceremony of the World Travel Awards for Asia and Oceania region scheduled to take place on September 7, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7, launched to acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry.
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.
Representatives of Vietnam Airlines receive an award at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
Representatives of Ville De Mont Mountain Resort at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
