The People's Committee of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 30 hosted a special event to welcome its 10 millionth tourist of the year.
Leaders of Lam Dong province People's Committee present gifts to Nguyen Dang Dung (second from the right), a tourist from Hanoi - its 10 millionth tourist of the year (Photo: VNA)
Lam Dong (VNA) - The People's Committee of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 30 hosted ඣa special event to welcome its 10 millionth tourist of the year.
Nguyen Dang Dung, a tourist from Hanoi, was randomly selected as the honoured visitor from passengers arriving on a flight from Hanoi to Da Lat on the day's morning. Expressing his joy, Dung shared: Da Lat’s mild climate and stunning scenery make it a favourite destination for my family, especially for year-end vacations.
The event not only marked a significant achievement for the province's tourism sector in 2024 but also demonstrated the local community’s heartfelt appreciation for every visitor.
Tran Hong Thai, Chai💃rman of the provincial People’s Committee, highlighted that reaching this milestone underscores the remarkable growth of Da Lat – Lam Dong tourism. He attributed this success to ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure, diversify tourism products, improve service quality, and cultivate a safe and friendly tourism environment that provides exceptional experiences for travellers.
In 2024, Lam Dong welcomed approximately 600,000 international visitors, a 50% increase year-on-year, equivalent to 109.1% of the annual target. Domestic tourists totalled an estimated 9.4 million, up 13.9% compared to 2023, reaching 102.7% of the year’s goal. Overall, the province’s tourism sector generated an estimated 18 trillion VND (about 706.6 million USD) in revenue./.
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