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Photo: Saigoneer The latest data from the General Statistics Office reveals a significant surge in international tourism to Vietnam. In October, the country welcomed 1.42 million foreign visitors, marking a notable 28% increase compared to the same period last year. This positive trend continues into the year’s first ten months, with international visitor numbers surpassing 14.1 million. Vietnam is well on its way to achieving its annual target of attracting 17-18 million tourists. According to insights from domestic travel and service companies, this growth indicates that Vietnam is entering the peak season for international tourism, which typically spans from October to March. Among the nationalities flocking to Vietnam, Filipinos stood out with a remarkable 210% year-on-year increase in October, totaling nearly 26,000 arrivals. Russians, French, Belgians, and Chinese tourists also contributed significantly to this growth, reflecting a sharp increase of 150-165% compar...

On Monday, the municipal Department of Tourism convened to assess its performance in 2024 and establish a comprehensive plan for the upcoming year. The southern city witnessed a substantial increase in international visitor numbers, serving six million guests, a remarkable 20% year-on-year rise, as shared by Nguyen Cam Tu, director of the municipal Tourism Promotion Center. Domestic tourism also flourished, with an estimated 38 million local visitors in 2024, reflecting an 8.6% increase compared to the previous year. The city’s tourism industry demonstrated its economic prowess, generating VND190 trillion ($7.5 billion) in revenue, an impressive 18.8% surge from 2023 figures. Building on this success, the department has set its sights on an ambitious target of welcoming 8.5 million international visitors in 2025, representing a remarkable year-on-year increase of over 40%. Additionally, they have outlined aggressive goals for tourism revenue and attracting domestic tourists for the c...

Hanoi’s tourism sector witnessed remarkable growth in July, with a significant surge in both international and domestic visitor arrivals. This boom resulted in a total revenue of VND63 trillion (US$2.53 billion) for the industry, marking an impressive 18.9% increase. According to the Hanoi Tourism Department, the city welcomed 2.52 million visitors in July 2024, representing a 7.4% year-on-year increase. Of these, international arrivals are estimated at 425,000, indicating a substantial 20.8% rise, while domestic tourists exceeded 2.1 million, a 5% increase. The month’s total tourist revenue reached VND9.2 trillion ($366 million), reflecting a notable 10.3% growth.  The iconic Hanoi Opera House basking in the sunshine. Photo courtesy of Dung Dang Dang Huong Giang, Director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, shared plans to enhance the city’s tourism offerings. These include finalizing the draft decision on “Regulations on Management Models of City-Level Tour...