The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang is now home to more than 300 tourism projects with a combined registered capital of over 337.32 trillion VND (14.53 billion USD), mostly in the island district of Phu Quoc.
Phu Quoc Island is among the most popular tourist spots in Kien Giang province (Photo: VNA)
Kien Giang (VNA) – The MekongDelta province of Kien Giang is now home to more than 300 tourism projects witha combined registered capital of over 337.32 trillion VND (14.53 billion USD),mostly in the island district of Phu Quoc.
To enhance tourism, the province isupgrading infrastructure in the Phu Quoc, Ha Tien – Kien Luong, Rach Gia – KienHai – Hon Dat and U Minh Thuong areas, according to the provincial Departmentof Tourism.
It has drafted preferential policies toencourage small and medium-sized business and local families to invest in theirtourism products.
In addition, the province has taken stepsto preserve the environment and treat pollution from garbage and wastewater,and has collaborated with neighboring provinces to improve the quality oftourism products, said Tran Chi Dung, Director of the Tourism Department.
As many as 69 projects have been completedwith total investment of over 13.95 trillion VND (601 million USD), while 72projects are being implemented with total investment of 159.13 trillion VND (6.85billion USD).
The remaining projects, worth 164.23trillion VND (7.07 billion USD), have been approved and are undergoinginvestment preparation procedures.
New projects that have opened includeVinpearl Land Phu Quoc, Phu Quoc Safari, the world’s longest cable car crossingon An Thoi and Hon Thom Island, and Phu Quoc Casino, among other spots. Allhave met tourists’ demand, he said.
There are currently 11 direct internationalflight routes to Phu Quoc, seven of which are direct charter flights.
The province has 44 travel agencies, 728accommodation establishments and 22,654 rooms with dozens of four to five-starhotels.
The number, scale and quality of serviceshave met traveling needs of international and domestic visitors, Dung said./.
The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, home to one of the hottest holiday spots in Vietnam – Phu Quoc Island, has experienced a boom in tourism over the last few years.
The southern province of Kien Giang aims to welcome 8.3 visitors and earn 6.84 trillion VND (294.7 million USD) from tourism in 2019, up 7.6 percent and 7.3 percent, respectively, from the previous year, according to the province’s Department of Tourism.
Stunning landscapes, gorgeous white sand beaches, coupled with standout culture and excellent seafood have made Kien Hai island in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang an irresistible tourist destination.
The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang is appealing for investment in key tourism regions including Ha Tien-Kien Luong, Rach Gia-Kien Hai and U Minh Thuong, which link Phu Quoc Island and the Mekong Delta.
Authorities in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang should offer incentives to attract investment in tourism infrastructure and services in Ha Tien- Kien Luong, Rach Gia- Kien Hai- Hon Dat, and U Minh Thuong to realise their tourism potential, experts have said.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Phu Quoc Island is among the most popular tourist spots in Kien Giang province (Photo: VNA) 
