Deals worth 2 billion USD to be signed at tourism summit
Contracts worth 2 billion USD are expected to be signed between Vietnamese and international partners during the first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit.
The Travel & Tourism Summit will be held on December 5-6 to promote national tourism and seek opportunities to co-operate with foreign partners. (Photo: toquoc.vn)
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) -Contracts worth 2 billion USD are expected to be signed between Vietnamese andinternational partners during the first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit.
The event will take place at theIntercontinental Landmark72 Hotel in Hanoi from December 5-6 in the frameworkof the Vietnam Economic Forum (ViEF) 2018. It is expected to attract 1,500guests including managers, business operators, billionaires and experts.
The summit will be hostedby the Private Sector Development Committee (PSD), the Ministry of Culture,Sports and Tourism (MCST), the Vietnam Tourism Advisory Board (TAB), andVnExpress newspaper.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc willmoderate the sessions and witness the signing ceremonies between Vietnamese andinternational partners.
It is expected that Hanoi willsign a contract with CNN to produce films promoting Vietnamese tourism, and Malaysia’sAirAsia will cooperate with Vietnamese enterprise to develop low cost airlineservices in Vietnam.
The summit will offeropportunities for domestic and foreign businesses to learn about Vietnam’sstrategies to develop tourism, as well as the challenges facing the nationaltourism industry.
It will include two key sessions titled PotentialOpportunities and Strategic Planning for Sustainable Development Efficiency andMaking Tourism a Spearhead Economic Sector of Vietnam, with reports andpresentations delivered by prominent figures from TAB, Air Asia, World TourismOrganization (UNWTO), Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and others.
The delegates will discussvarious issues such as restructuring and developing Vietnamese tourism in ahigh-quality and sustainable manner; promoting national tourism; improving visapolicies to attract high-quality tourists; enhancing tourism management capacity;upgrading the quality of human resources; attracting foreign investment intourism; and applying high technology in tourism development and management.
On the occasion, a photoexhib💟ition featuring destinations with potential for tourism in Vietnam will beheld.-VNS/VNA
More than 12.8 million foreign tourists have chosen Vietnam as their destination over the last 10 months, up 22.4 percent year on year, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
The first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit will take place at the Intercontinental Landmark72 hotel in Hanoi on December 5-6 in the framework of the Vietnam Economic Forum (ViEF) 2018.
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.
The Travel & Tourism Summit will be held on December 5-6 to promote national tourism and seek opportunities to co-operate with foreign partners. (Photo: toquoc.vn) 
