Webinar seeks to attract Spanish tourists to Vietnam
A webinar was held on October 8 to discuss ways attracting Spanish tourists to Vietnam in new normal, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic is under control.
Hanoi (VNA) – A webinar was held on October 8 todiscuss ways attracting Spanish tourists to Vietnam in new𓆉 normal, especiallyafter the COVID-19 pandemic is under c🎶ontrol.
The event was organised by the Institute for Tourism DevelopmentResearch (ITDR) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism’s VietnamNational Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
Speaking at the event, ITDR Deputy Director Do Thi Thanh Hoasaid in recent years, over 20 million Spanish people have travelled abroad, orhalf of its population. However, their arrivals in Vietnam remain modest,reaching 70,000 – 80,000 from 2016-2019.
As the European country has controlled the pandemic, its peoplewish to resume travelling so that Spain will be a target market of Vietnam inthe near future, she said.
Deputy head of the ITDR’s tourism market research and planningoffice Nguyen Quang Vinh said since 2018, Vietnam has unilaterally offered 15-dayvisa waiver to tourists from Western Europe including Spain.
In October 2018, the VNAT also held a programme to introduceVietnam’s tourism in Spain’s capital city of Madrid.
He suggested learning about changes in travel trend amongSpanish visitors following the pandemic to effectively attract them to thecountry.
According to the ITDR, the number of Spanish tourists to Vietnam rosecontinually from 2011-2019. They mostly like Vietnam’s traditional food andhandicrafts.
Statistics from the VNAT showed that there are about 17,000 tourguides for foreign tourists nationwide, but only 1.6 percent of them speakSpanish, predominantly in major cities and provinces.
Experts proposed increasing visa exemption for Spanish vis▨itorsfrom 15 days to 30 days and increasing night tours to boost tourism receipts andprolong their stay./.
Nguyen Duc Loi, member of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and General Director of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), was elected President of the Vietnam-Spain Friendship Association (VSFA) for the 2018-2023 term, at its third national congress in Hanoi on March 27.
The Vietnam Embassy in Spain has held a ceremony to mark Vietnam’s 74th National Day and the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam – Spain strategic partnership.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Spain on September 1 organised a ceremony to mark Vietnam’s 76th National Day (September 2), drawing the participation of all embassy staff, the Vietnamese Honourary Consul in Sevilla, and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Madrid.
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.
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