The event was also held to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the Vietnam tourism sector (July 9, 1960-2023).

Sapa is an attractive tourist destination.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet said that the Vietnam tourism sector has gained many proud achievements over the past 63 years, with the number of foreign visitors increasing to 19 million in 2019 from only 250,000 in 1990.

The tourism sector contributed 6.3% to GDP in 2015 and 9.2% to GDP in 2019. However, the sector was hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic in the 2020-2021 period with the bankruptcy of a large number of enterprises in the field.

Vietnam resumed its tourism activities from March 5, 2022 and the country welcomed 5.5 million foreign visitors in the first six months of 2023 with revenue of 343.1 trillion VND, demonstrating the recovery of the sector and its important role in socio-economic development.

Chairman of the Vietnam Tourism Association Vu The Binh said that the association has issued an action plan to carry out Resolution No.82 in a bid to turn the tourism sector into a spearhead economic sector and move Vietnam into the group of 30 countries with leading tourism competitiveness.

Vietnam among 24 destinations recommended for Japanese tourists

The Japan Tourism Agency (JTA) and the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) revealed a list of 24 countries to receive priority promotion as tourist destinations, including Vietnam.

Creating tourism products associated with agricultural production

With the advantage of the natural landscape, the achievements from new-style rural buildings have become a solid base for Quang Ninh to develop tourism associated with agriculture.

Search volume for Vietnam’s tourism ranks 6th worldwide

The search volume for Vietnam's tourism via Google's market trend tracking tool grew 10%-25% from April to June, ranking 6th in the world, helping Vietnam become the only destination in Southeast Asia in this group.

Tourism promoted through cinema

Tourism promotion through cinema is a story that has been frequently mentioned in recent years, with many potentials and opportunities. Despite plans, the cooperation between the tourism and cinema sectors has not brought about efficiency, causing the lack of imprints in promoting the image and culture of the nation.

E-visa extension to 90 days expected to lure more foreign tourists to Vietnam

The number of foreign visitors to Vietnam is predicted to see a 1.5-fold increase following the extension of tourist e-visas from 30 to 90 days from August 15, according to insiders.

Source: NDO