Central provinces strive to add value to marine-based tourism
The central coastal provinces of Binh Thuan, Quang Nam and Quang Ngai have exerted great efforts to create more value for their marine-based tourism products.
Tourists take part in a parachute game in Cu Lao Cham, Quang Nam. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi(VNA) – The central coastal provinces of Binh Thuan, Quang Nam and Quang Ngai haveexerted great efforts to create more value for their marine-based tourismproducts.
Binh Thuan launched amusic fountain show named “Huyen thoai lang chai” (Legend of the FishingVillage) and the Sand Sculpture Park Forgotten Land early this year to wowvisitors.
The province has cooperatedwith other cities and provinces, such as HCM City, Lam Dong and Southeasternprovinces, to develop tours that connect regional tourist destinations.
The province hasalso worked to draw more investment in tourism. To date it has more than 400valid projects in tourism and services, worth some 52 trillion VND.
In addition, BinhThuan has improved local service quality to make the province a safe andfriendly destination. It has raised awareness of local service providers of theappropriate attitude towards visitors.
Ham Tan, La Gi andHam Thuan Nam in the southern part of the province have become tourist hotpotssince the beginning of 2017, with adventure tours attracting many holidaymakers.
According to theprovincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Binh Thuan saw more than1.2 million tourist arrivals in the first quarter of this year, up nearly 10percent from a year earlier.
It earnedapproximately 2.9 trillion VND from tourism during the period, up 20 percent.
The province aims toreceive 5 million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, generating about10.8 trillion VND in revenue.
The provinces ofQuang Nam and Quang Ngai have taken advantage of the beauty of Cu Lao Cham, TamHai and Ly Son islands to develop marine-based tourism.
They have integratedcommunity-based tourism into marine-based tours, allowing tourists toexperience the distinctive culture of locals and explore the biodiversity ofthe islands.
Quang Nam plans tobuild a port in Chu Lai exclusively for tours to Cu Lao Cham, Tam Hai and LySon.-VNA
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) and the Vietnamese Embassy in Australia launched a programme in Sydney on October 4 to promote Vietnam’s tourism in the host country.
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.
Tourists take part in a parachute game in Cu Lao Cham, Quang Nam. (Photo: VNA)
