The northeastern province of Quang Ninh, with mainland and sea surface coverage of 12,000 sq.km, is described as a “mini Vietnam” thanks to special topography characteistics similar to the country's.
Quang Ninh (VNA) – Thenortheastern province of Quang Ninh, with mainland and sea surface coverage of12,000 sq.km and a 1.2 million population, is described as a “mini Vietnam”thanks to its special topography characteristics similar to the country’s.
Quang Ninh is known as the onlyprovince sharing overland and coastal border lines with China and possessing animportant and most vibrant trade gateway with China and ASEAN member states. Blessedwith favourable natural conditions, Quang Ninh has an edge over its goldenpopulation with more than 60 percent in working age, 63 percent of them areskilled workers who are hard-working, creative, disciplined and professional-mannered.
Over the past time, Quang Ninh hasmade great leap with creative and breakthrough mind, particularly inadministrative reform, renewal of economic growth model, business climateimprovement, transport infrastructure, and tourism.
In order to attract more foreign investment,the province has performed several important tasks, including making important planningfrom the district to the provincial level. It has officially announced sevenstrategic master plans until 2020 with a vision till 2030.
More attention will also be paid tosocio-economic infrastructure, particularly in modern urban areas, industrialand economic zones. Trade, tourism, health care and education infrastructure upto international standards will be developed to meet investors’ expectation.
The province commits to all possiblesupport to investors by taking practical measures to improve the businessclimate.
It is building Van Don specialeconomic zone – the first of its kind in the country, which is entitled tospecial incentives involving finance-banking, securities, taxation, land andhousing. A high-end tourism-services complex which accommodates a casino(Vietnamese entry is allowed), together with entertainment, cultural,financial-banking, hi-tech and ecological agriculture industries, is alsoplanned for./.
The pristine beauty of Quan Lan Island in Bai Tu Long Bay in the northern Quang Ninh province has attracted a fast-growing number of tourists to the island recently.
With great strengths in many fields, the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh has become an attractive investment desitnation for domestic and international real estate firms.
As a big tourism centre of the northern province of Quang Ninh, Ha Long city is aiming to make breakthroughs in services development, especially tourism.
The northern province of Quang Ninh has proved its attractiveness to both domestic and foreign investors, which can be seen in the flow of investment in recent years.
Localities like Ha Nam, Nam Dinh, and Ninh Binh, when reorganised, could form a new growth pole, leveraging their combined potential in ecological, historical, and spiritual tourism.
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With the country rapidly advancing its plan to merge provincial-level administrative units, set to be completed by mid-August, the tourism industry, along with other sectors, is presented with challenges but also significant opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth in the era of the nation's rise.
Located at an altitude of over 1,500 metres above sea level, Sapa is dubbed the “Switzerland of Vietnam” for its temperate climate, breathtaking scenery, and European-inspired architecture.
A quick search for “Vietnam is calling” on TikTok reveals a myriad of clips capturing the excitement of visitors setting off for Vietnam, with short videos showing tourists holding their passports, wheeling their suitcases through airports or exploring Vietnam’s scenic landscapes, diverse cuisine and unique culture - all set to upbeat, catchy soundtracks.
The number of visitors increased by 4.1% compared to the same period last year, while total tourism revenue surged by 48.8%, or nearly 88% of the year’s target.
“There is no more atmospheric way to haul into Vietnam’s twin metropolises as this train rattles through historic cities and swooshes beside spectacular coastlines,” according to Lonely Planet.
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.
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) 
