Australia’s MICE sector is set for a dynamic resurgence following the conclusion of Dreamtime 2023 and the exciting announcement of ‘Australia Next’ in 2024. These events serve as pivotal platforms in showcasing the country’s diverse offerings and fostering international connections within the industry.
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India Encourages Direct Flights from Vietnam to Northeastern States for Enhanced Connectivity and Collaboration
At the North East India Festival in late October, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, the Union Minister of State for External Affairs, invited airlines from Vietnam to consider launching direct flights to cities in India’s northeastern states. This move aims to boost investment and tourism prospects for both nations.
Hotel Rooms Over $500 a Night Are Too Much Even for Rich Travelers
So much for a golden age of revenge travel. Tighter budgets, busy airports and soaring prices are seeing a more frugal tourist return.
Vietnam among top 5 destinations for American tourists: Expedia
Vietnam is one of the five most popular tourist destinations for American tourists this summer along with Japan, New Zealand, France, and Italy, U.S. travel booking site Expedia said.
Now Available: What About Vietnam Travel Services
Through the popularity of the podcast and the fact travel is now firmly back on in Vietnam, the host of the show and a member of AHA Vietnam’s Board of Experts – Kerry Newsome has recently announced the provision of these travel services with her partner in this venture Kelley McCarthy.
DiningCity launches in Vietnam
Well-known for their bilingual online dining guide, restaurant week and large-scale dining campaigns and events, DiningCity Asia highlights the exciting mid-upscale food scene in Asia. Currently listing over 55.000 restaurants throughout Hong Kong, China, Japan, Singapore & Macau, we are excited to finally announce the expansion to Vietnam.
The recovery of hospitality
In Asia-Pacific, international arrivals continue to grow as border restrictions ease. Most countries have opened borders and lifted quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers. However, the reopening across the region has been segmented, achieving different results in different countries.
Metropole Hanoi again receives 5-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has earned a prestigious five-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for a fourth year in a row.
The path to faster growth in Australia-Vietnam relations
[VIR] As a newly arrived Ambassador in Vietnam, I have been busy meeting people, reading widely, and trying to understand this complex and fascinating country.
Laying focus on sustainable tourism
The total revenues of Vietnam’s tourism in 2022 was approximately $19.6 billion – nearly triple that of 2021 but only 60 per cent of 2019. Now, there is a clear imperative for tourism in Vietnam to both improve and become more sustainable.
Australian Hospitality Alumni Network Vietnam 