Khanh Hoa province to kick-start tourism in the fourth quarter
The central coastal province of Khanh Hoa plans to gradually revive domestic travel starting in the fourth quarter and reopen to international tourism in the first quarter of next year.
Tourists at Nha Trang Bay in Khanh Haa province. (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - The central coastalprovince of Khanh Hoa plans to gradually revive domestic travel starting in thefourth quarter and reopen to international tourism in the first quarter of nextyear.
Nguyen Thi Le Thanh, deputy director of the provincialDepartment of Tourism, said the tourism supply chain in Khánh Hòa has remainedin operation during the second wave of COVID-19 since the province is notconsidered to be at high risk.
The province would focus on drawing domestic tourists back inthe fourth quarter of the year and next year as the COVID-19 pandemic comesunder control in Vietnam, she said.
Expats living in Vietnam are also potential foreign touristsfor the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays, she said.
The department plans to resume its domestic travel stimulusprogramme and introduce new MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences andexhibitions) and leisure travel packages to attract family and friendgroups from Hanoi, HCM City, the Mekong Delta, and the Central Highlands.
It will collaborate with Cam Ranh International AirportServices JSC and airlines to carry out communication and marketing activitiesand an international travel stimulus programme to prepare for internationaltourism next year.
It plans to organise an online market for internationaltravel agencies and Khánh Hòa tourism services providers to holdexchanges.
The tourism authority hopes to welcome 350,000 visitors inthe fourth quarter, including 10,000 foreigners.
The province received nearly 986,000 visitors in the firsteight months of the year, just a fifth of the number last year, and revenuesfrom tourism were worth 6.02 trillion VND (258.5 million USD), or a fourth.
Hotels reported a room occupancy rate of just 13 percent thisyear./.
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the Vietnam Post and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) launched the local tourism application Vietnamgo in the northern province of Quang Ninh on January 16.
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Ngoc Thien has called on the tourism sector to achieve the dual goal of fighting the COVID-19 pandemic and developing socio-economy in the current context.
The first two flights bringing more than 400 tourists stranded in central Da Nang city since the outbreak in late July safely arrived in Hanoi on August 12.
The government’s relief and credit packages are now vital to help Ho Chi Minh City’s travel companies survive the coronavirus crisis, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Tourism Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa has said.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has called for the continued study of fiscal and monetary policies to stimulate the country’s economy while ensuring macro-economic stability and inflation control.
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.
Tourists at Nha Trang Bay in Khanh Haa province. (Photo: VNA) 
