Vietnam welcomed more than 8.47 million foreign visitors in the first eight months of the year, up 29.7% against the same period of last year, and served 52.8 million domestic tourists, earning a total of VND335.8 trillion (US$14.7 billion) in revenue.
In August only, the country attracted over 1.2 million
foreigners, a monthly increase of 18.5%. This is the sixth time in 2017
Vietnamese tourism drew over one million international tourists in a
month.
In August, the country’s tourism sector
launched numerous tourism promotion events overseas, such as in Australia and
China. The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism will organise a tourism
promotion event in Cambodia from August 28-30.
According to the latest report of the United
Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), Vietnam was ranked 10th in the list
of emerging destinations favoured by tourists worldwide.
Meanwhile, the world’s largest tourism
website TripAdvisor announced a list of ten most attractive spots in Vietnam
voted by tourists. Notably, the central province of Quang Binh climbed to the
fourth in the list, behind Hoi An, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City only.
According to TripAdvisor, Quang Binh was
described as a heaven for exploration and experiences with various tourism
destinations and routes such as Son Doong cave, Tu Lan cave system, Da Nhay
beach and Phong Nha- Ke Bang cave, among others.
Thanks
to tourism promotion events and new domestic and international flights, the
locality attracted a number of tourists as well as international filmmakers.
Source: VOV
On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, visitors from near and far are eager to come to the mountainous district of Da Bac to have unique cultural experiences such as learning to wrap traditional cakes of ethnic minorities, practicing writing ancient Tay characters or immersing themselves in the Tay melodies.
Tan Lac has great potential for tourism development. In addition, the Provincial Party Committee issued Resolution No. 13-NQ/TU, dated October 17, 2022, on building the highland communes in Tan Lac district into provincial-level tourism areas by 2030, with a vision to 2050. However, according to the assessment, implementing the goals in the spirit of Resolution No. 13-NQ/TU has had limited results.
Recognising that tourism and agriculture are local strengths, Mai Chau district is committed to building a green economy through an action program with specific pathways, achieving notable results in line with the resolution of the 26th Party Congress of the district.
With its majestic natural landscapes, diverse ethnic cultures, and numerous unique festivals, Hoa Binh province is an attractive destination that entices travellers from far and wide to explore and experience during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
Being held around the 30th of the 11th lunar month right after the harvest season ends, the traditional New Year of Mong ethnic group lasts until the last day of the 12th lunar month. On this occasion, the community tourism destinations of Pa Co and Hang Kia communes (Mai Chau) attract many visitors to experience and explore the unique customs of New Year.
Located just a 20-minute drive from Hoa Binh City, Ora Hill Farmstay & Glamping Hoa Binh is a captivating new destination nestled in Mo hamlet, Bình Thanh commune, Cao Phong district. Combining farming with leisure, this tranquil retreat is perfect for those seeking balance, joy, and an immersive experience in the expansive beauty of nature.
