Destination digest: Vietnam news in brief
There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines:
Vietnam Promotes Hanoi as Epicentre of Upscale Tourism Growth
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in Vietnam has announced an ambitious plan for the nation’s tourism sector, envisioning the capital city of Hanoi as the primary tourism growth pole in the north. This strategy, outlined for 2021-2030 and projecting a vision through 2045, aims to harness Hanoi’s strategic location and cultural heritage to establish it as a major gateway and connection hub for tourists exploring the Red River Delta and northern mountainous areas. The initiative aligns with Vietnam’s goals to transform tourism into a robust economic engine, enhancing other sectors through increased visitor influx and regional connectivity.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Direct Flights, Indian Cuisine: Vietnam Woos Gujarati Tourists
Vietnam is setting the stage to attract Gujarati tourists by offering not just flight connectivity but also food options that cater to their preferences. Following direct flights from Ahmedabad to popular destinations like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, there is now talk of a direct flight to Phu Quoc Island. Vietnam’s tourism officials are working to ensure that Indian restaurants, especially those serving Gujarati and Indian cuisine, will be easily available for tourists. According to sources from Vietnam Tourism and VietJet Airlines, they aim to make Indian food more accessible at major tourist spots in Vietnam.
(source: Ahmedabad Mirror)
Tourism Improvements Associated with Biodiversity Conservation
According to the representative of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Protected Area Management Board, biodiversity is very important because a healthy environment is a key factor for the competitiveness of the tourism industry. Sea, islands, mountains, rivers and forests are the main attractions for tourists from all over the world. world. Biodiversity lies at the heart of nature-based tourism products – such as wildlife watching, scuba diving or tourism in protected areas. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Hai, Academy Agriculture Vietnam believes that sustainable tourism helps exploit resources scientifically, thereby providing socio-economic benefits and services to local communities, contributing to improving livelihoods and increasing income for the community, which is a harmonious and sustainable approach between people and nature.
(source: Vietnam.vn)
HCM City Tourism Promoted in Singapore
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and the Vietnamese Embassy in Singapore are hosting a tourism promotion programme for Vietnam and the southern metropolis in the island nation from October 21 to 26. The programme features a seminar introducing Vietnam-HCM City tourism and a business networking event. Le Truong Hien Hoa, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Tourism, noted that the Vietnamese delegation includes not only travel companies but also transport and accommodation providers. Additionally, Singaporean tourism businesses have been invited to discussions and commercial exchanges as part of the event.
(source: Vietnam+)
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