World Travel Awards 2022’s Gala Ceremony to be held in HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7, launched to acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry.
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City will host theAsia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September7, launched to acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry.
On its website, the WTA described HCM City as ametropolis of boundless energy which draws together both old and new Vietnam.
“Wander through alleys and markets, explore thetemples, and discover the designer malls beneath soaring skyscrapers in thisfascinating fusion of different worlds," it said.
This year, Vietnam has received a series ofnominations for different categories at the WTA 2022. Specifically, the country wasnominated for awards in the Asian region for Leading Destination, LeadingSustainable Tourism Destination, Leading Heritage Destination, Leading CulturalDestination, Leading Nature Destination, Leading Youth Travel Destination andLeading Beach Destination.
The capital city of Hanoi was shortlisted as Asia’sLeading City Break Destination and Asia’s Leading Cultural City Destination.
Tourists in HCM City (Photo: VNA)
Last year, Vietnam won the title of Asia’s LeadingDestination at the World Travel Awards, and was honoured Vietnam as Asia’sLeading Sustainable Tourism Destination, and the Vietnam NationalAdministration of Tourism as Asia’s Leading Tourist Board 2021.
The WTA was launched in 1993 to acknowledgeexcellence in the travel and tourism industry. Heralded as the “travelindustry’s equivalent of the Oscars” by the Wall Street Journal, the awards arebased on votes from the public and travel professionals across the globe.
The event is scheduled to take place ahead of the 16thInternational Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2022), to be held fromSeptember 8-10 with the participation of over 1,500 representatives frommanagement agencies, travel companies, airlines, and operators of accommodationand entertainment facilities in Vietnam and abroad.
This is the second time Vietnam has played host tothe Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony, with Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest islandoff the southern province of Kien Giang, selected as the venue in 2019./.
The 20th Vietnam Int'l Textile & Garment Industry Exhibition (VTG 2022) will take place from September 21-24 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, according to organisers.
Ho Chi Minh City hopes that the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s parliamentarians promote activities to encourage Korean businesses to continue investing in Vietnam and the city, Nguyen Thi Le, Chairwoman of the municipal People’s Council, said on August 22.
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.
Gulf News, one of two English-language daily publications in the Persian Gulf region, listed the main reasons for its destination picks as being a mix of iconic cities, cultural treasures, tropical escapes, and foodie havens.
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.
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7. (Photo: VNA) 
Tourists in HCM City (Photo: VNA) 
