The survey on selecting and developing the new tourism products and tours.
On September 27th and 28th, the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism collaborated with Hanoi Unesco Travel Club to organize a survey program to select and develop the new tourism products and tours that highlight the unique features of the lake region in Da Bac district. The survey group included the experts for developing the tourism product, the members of the Vietnam Travel Club, the Vietnam Travel Association, the representatives from businesses, travel companies, domestic and international tourism operators, and media agencies from both inside and outside the province.

The travel and
tourism companies were exploring the community tourism site in Ke Village, Hien
Luong Commune.

The survey team
took the commemorative photos at the ecological tourism site of Dua Island in
Vay Nua Commune (Da Bac).
selecting the
itineraries focused on the routes and destinations prioritized for tourism
development around the lake area in Hoa Binh, the survey team visited several
destinations: Xoan Retreat, Mo Village, Hien Luong Eco, and the homestay in Ke
Village, Hien Luong Commune; the tourism site on Dua Island, Vay Nua Commune;
and the community tourism households in Doan Ket Village and Maida Lodge in
Tien Phong Commune.
Through the
survey and experiences, the members of the team highly appreciated the tourism
development potential of the district, especially in resort and community
tourism. They also provided some feedback and suggestions for the destinations
and localities on how to exploit these opportunities best and create attractive
tourism products for the sustainable development. The recommendations included
focusing on preserving the cultural identity, maintaining the pristine natural
landscape, and developing the products that meet the needs of the specific
customer groups. They also noted the need to address the issues such as
insufficient infrastructure investment and a lack of professional expertise...
The tourism
businesses and travel agencies expressed particular interest in the
destinations within the tourism area within Hoabinh lake in Da Bac district.
They committed to increasing support for promoting and introducing visitors,
especially during off-peak seasons.
The feedback
from the survey team was acknowledged by the Department of Culture, Sports, and
Tourism and the People's Committee of Da Bac district, who will continue to
refine the tourism products and improve the infrastructure such as
transportation, electricity, communication, and ports to promote the
development of tourism in Hoa Binh, particularly the Hoa Binh lake area.
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.
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