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”
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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”
Discover Three Vietnamese Villages Recognized as World’s Best Tourism Villages
Launched in 2021, The UNWTO’s Best Tourism Villages Award recognizes rural villages for their natural beauty, cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism practices. Annually, hundreds of villages worldwide compete for this prestigious award. And Vietnam has secured a remarkable feat having three of villages included in this prestigious list: Thai Hai (2022), Tan Hoa (2023), andContinue reading “Discover Three Vietnamese Villages Recognized as World’s Best Tourism Villages”
Vietnam to host first UN Tourism Conference on Tourism for Rural Development
UN Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Vietnam to host the First Conference on Tourism for Rural Development in Hoi An from 9th to 11th December 2024.
Vietnam Expands International Connectivity with New Direct Flights to Cambodia and India
The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on October 27 launched a direct air route linking Hanoi with Cambodia’s capital city of Phnom Penh, contributing to enhancing connectivity and trade between the two neighboring countries with rapidly developing economies. Three days before, the Da Nang Department of Tourism and Vietjet Air on Wednesday organized a ceremonyContinue reading “Vietnam Expands International Connectivity with New Direct Flights to Cambodia and India”
Hội An Shines Again: Honored as Asia’s Top Cultural City Destination for 2024
On September 3rd, Hội An (Quảng Nam) was honored by the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the “Asia’s Leading Cultural City Destination” for 2024, marking the fifth consecutive time it has received this prestigious title. This recognition not only underscores the unique cultural value of the ancient town but also elevates Hội An as anContinue reading “Hội An Shines Again: Honored as Asia’s Top Cultural City Destination for 2024”
Australian tourism agencies, tour operators and airlines seek enhanced cooperation with Vietnam Tourism
On the sidelines of the Vietnam – Australia Tourism Conference in City. Melboure, Director of the Vietnam National Tourism Administration Nguyen Trung Khanh had bilateral meetings on tourism cooperation with tourism management agencies and Australian tourism organizations and businesses. During the discussion between Tourism Australia, Tourism Victoria, Queensland Tourism and Events, and representatives of theContinue reading “Australian tourism agencies, tour operators and airlines seek enhanced cooperation with Vietnam Tourism”
Boosting Night Flights, Sparking Ho Chi Minh City’s Domestic Tourism
Despite the surge in travel demand during the peak tourist season, tourists seem to prefer morning flights over evening flights, leading to a decline in and cancellation of flights. On July 15, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism announced that it has collaborated to promote the use of night flight products in HoContinue reading “Boosting Night Flights, Sparking Ho Chi Minh City’s Domestic Tourism”
Must-Visit Destinations in Vietnam Loved by Travel + Leisure Magazine Readers 2024
Travel + Leisure is a reputable newspaper about travel and lifestyle. Vietnam is regularly honored at the World Travel Awards – an annual award voted by readers. This year, Hoi An and Phu Quoc are named in honor of the 2 must-visit city/island when coming to Vietnam. Travel + Leisure is a reputable newspaper aboutContinue reading “Must-Visit Destinations in Vietnam Loved by Travel + Leisure Magazine Readers 2024”
Michelin Guide reveals the 2024 Bib Gourmand for Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City
The 2024 Michelin Awards revealed 42 Bib Gourmand recipients in Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City, including 5 new eateries in Ha Noi and 8 in Ho Chi Minh City. The complete restaurant selection will be announced on June 27th.
Australian Hospitality Alumni Network Vietnam 