The government proposes to reduce provinces from 63 to 34, sparking mixed emotions in tourism. Concerns about losing significant place names affecting brand recognition and local identity are prevalent. However, industry experts argue that familiar landmarks will endure, emphasizing effective promotion and communication to maintain tourist interest amid administrative changes.
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Scene by Scene: How Cinema Is Shaping Vietnam’s Travel Image
Vietnamese cinema is significantly enhancing tourism by showcasing the country’s landscapes and cultural heritage through films like Mắt Biếc and Chuyện của Pao. International productions, such as Kong: Skull Island, further elevate this impact. The resulting interest in film locations fosters economic growth and deepens cultural connections, enriching both local and global audiences.
Vietnam’s Music Videos: A New Wave of Tourism Promotion
High-quality music videos can enhance cultural pride and boost tourism. Hoa Minzy’s “Bac Bling,” showcasing Bac Ninh’s heritage, achieved 100 million views quickly, promoting local tourism. Initiatives like free tours and collaborative promotions highlight Vietnam’s natural beauty and culture, resulting in a significant increase in visitors and tourism revenue in Bac Ninh.
Discover Moc Chau: Community-Based Tourism Initiatives
Instead of pursuing mass tourism, Moc Chau (Son La) is focusing on community-based tourism as a long-term strategy. This approach harmonizes economic growth with the preservation of cultural identity and environmental protection, creating sustainable appeal for this beautiful highland region. Guided by the principle of “connecting, supporting, and jointly promoting sustainable community-based tourism development,” householdsContinue reading “Discover Moc Chau: Community-Based Tourism Initiatives”
Explore Moc Chau (Son La): The Magic of Plum Blossom Tourism
The blooming plum blossoms have significantly increased the number of visitors to Moc Chau, generating 1.2 billion VND in revenue for local service providers. However, Moc Chau’s profit margin could further expand if orchard owners develop additional activities for visitors during the plum blossom season, instead of just having them come, take photos, and leave.Continue reading “Explore Moc Chau (Son La): The Magic of Plum Blossom Tourism”
Top Destinations for Tet Holiday 2025: Cold Weather Tours and Road Trips in Demand Road
Travel companies in Ho Chi Minh City are busy serving the increasing travel needs of people and tourists during Tet. Ms. Tran Thi Bao Thu, Marketing and Communication Director of Vietluxtour, said that the demand for travel during the Lunar New Year 2025 is on the rise, especially in big cities like Ho Chi MinhContinue reading “Top Destinations for Tet Holiday 2025: Cold Weather Tours and Road Trips in Demand Road”
Top Travel Trends for 2025: Vietnamese and Global Tourist Insights from Booking.com
Booking.com, an accommodation booking app with partners in 220 countries and territories, announced 9 major travel trends for 2025 on November 28th. The annual Travel Predictions report surveyed over 27,000 travelers from 33 countries and territories, including 1,016 Vietnamese, to provide a comprehensive picture of travel in the coming year. In 2025, Millennials (born betweenContinue reading “Top Travel Trends for 2025: Vietnamese and Global Tourist Insights from Booking.com”
Vietnam’s effort in welcoming 25 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025
On 13th June 2024, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed Decision 509/QD-TTg, approving the Master Plan of Tourism system for 2021-2030, with a vision toward 2045. By 2025, the Plan aims to establish Vietnam as a globally recognized and desirable tourist destination with a strong capacity for development within the tourism sector. Specifically,Continue reading “Vietnam’s effort in welcoming 25 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025”
The First Luxury Train Travel in Vietnam debuts
On the 18th December 2024, PYS Travel launches the first luxury railway journey across Việt Nam, marking a new milestone in railway tourism. The train, named SJourney, is dubbed “super luxurious,” with a ticket price of up to 200 million VND per guest for the 8 Day, 7 Night journey from Hanoi to Ho ChiContinue reading “The First Luxury Train Travel in Vietnam debuts”
Celebrate festive season with the 4th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2024: An exciting lineup of festivals!
The 4th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week is scheduled to take place from the 5th to the 12th December 2024, featuring over 80 activities and festivals spread across the city The event highlights community spirit and inter-sectoral collaboration, bringing together departments, districts, and residents to showcase the city as a vibrant, modern, and uniqueContinue reading “Celebrate festive season with the 4th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2024: An exciting lineup of festivals!”
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