Industry News
Viet Nam Aims For More Competitive Tourism Industry
The six tasks include monitoring the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI) of the World Economic Forum (WEF); raising the ranking of priority index for the tourism industry to 15-20 places; implementing reforms to make business easier; improving online public services and connecting the national one-stop portal.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) is responsible for monitoring the WEF’s travel and tourism competitiveness index.
The MCST will be the focal point for following TTCI’s criteria and developing documents to guide ministries, agencies and localities to understand the indicators, index groups, objectives and report forms.
Thien also assigned the General Department of Tourism to work with travel agencies around the world to learn more about this set of indicators.
The TTCI methodology calculates the score for each country on the basis of 90 indicators within 14 pillars, including business environment; safety and security; health and hygiene; human resources and labour market; ICT readiness; prioritisation of travel and tourism; international openness; price competitiveness; environmental sustainability; air transport infrastructure; ground and port infrastructure; tourist service infrastructure; natural resources; cultural resources and business travel.
According to the General Statistics Office, the number of foreign visitors to Vietnam in March exceeded 1.4 million people, raising the total number of foreigners to the country over the last three months to more than 4.5 million, a year-on-year increase of 7 percent.
In 2019, the tourism industry aims to welcome 103 million visitors, including 18 million international visitors and 85 million domestic tourists
The MCST will be the focal point for following TTCI’s criteria and developing documents to guide ministries, agencies and localities to understand the indicators, index groups, objectives and report forms.
Thien also assigned the General Department of Tourism to work with travel agencies around the world to learn more about this set of indicators.
The TTCI methodology calculates the score for each country on the basis of 90 indicators within 14 pillars, including business environment; safety and security; health and hygiene; human resources and labour market; ICT readiness; prioritisation of travel and tourism; international openness; price competitiveness; environmental sustainability; air transport infrastructure; ground and port infrastructure; tourist service infrastructure; natural resources; cultural resources and business travel.
According to the General Statistics Office, the number of foreign visitors to Vietnam in March exceeded 1.4 million people, raising the total number of foreigners to the country over the last three months to more than 4.5 million, a year-on-year increase of 7 percent.
In 2019, the tourism industry aims to welcome 103 million visitors, including 18 million international visitors and 85 million domestic tourists
Destination Highlights
Ha Long-Quang Ninh Tourism Week To Be Held Late April
The Ha Long-Quang Ninh tourism week took place for late April and early May, entailing various activities held across the northeastern coastal province of Quang Ninh.
There were eight major events including an art performance to welcome the arrival of summer on April 27; cultural, musical, and sports events marking 64 years of the local liberation day (April 25, 1955-2019) and 44 years of South Liberation and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975-2019); and an exhibition on the provincial UNESCO-recognised global heritage site Ha Long Bay from past to present.
Localities in Quang Ninh hosted nine other activities in response to the week. They included the traditional Bach Dang festival, the launch of a tourism route between the local city of Mong Cai and China’s Fangchenggang city, and the Tuan Chau-Ha Long beach volleyball tournament.
Quang Ninh is endowed with natural advantages for sea and island tourism. It was home to the Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bays, the Ha Long Bay National Park and some islands, the best known of which are Co To and Van Don.
In particular, Ha Long Bay has been twice recognised as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, pulling in visitors to Quang Ninh.
In 2018, the province hosted the National Tourism Year under the theme “Ha Long – Heritage, Wonder, Friendly Destination”. It welcomed a record of over 12 million tourists, up 24 percent year-on-year.
There were eight major events including an art performance to welcome the arrival of summer on April 27; cultural, musical, and sports events marking 64 years of the local liberation day (April 25, 1955-2019) and 44 years of South Liberation and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975-2019); and an exhibition on the provincial UNESCO-recognised global heritage site Ha Long Bay from past to present.
Localities in Quang Ninh hosted nine other activities in response to the week. They included the traditional Bach Dang festival, the launch of a tourism route between the local city of Mong Cai and China’s Fangchenggang city, and the Tuan Chau-Ha Long beach volleyball tournament.
Quang Ninh is endowed with natural advantages for sea and island tourism. It was home to the Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bays, the Ha Long Bay National Park and some islands, the best known of which are Co To and Van Don.
In particular, Ha Long Bay has been twice recognised as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, pulling in visitors to Quang Ninh.
In 2018, the province hosted the National Tourism Year under the theme “Ha Long – Heritage, Wonder, Friendly Destination”. It welcomed a record of over 12 million tourists, up 24 percent year-on-year.
Ozo Treetop Park – New Tourism Product of Quang Binh
Ozo Treetop Park – a new tourism product of the central coastal province of Quang Binh was launched at the world natural heritage site Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park on April 23.
Covering over 50,000 sq.m, Ozo Treetop Park is evaluated as the most unique and attractive tourism product in Quang Binh at present, offering a raised-platform adventure course amongst the treetops.
Located in the primary forest area of Phong Nha-Ke Bang, the park is rich in fauna and flora. Visitors can walk over wooden bridges and bamboo footpaths with the entire park covered by ancient trees, interspersed with the peaceful Ozo stream.
The houses in the park are made of environmentally-friendly materials, creating a unique experience of wild nature for visitors.
Guests can also take part in the rope and swing courses, engage in birdwatching, and learn about the characteristics of some of the primates in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, as well as join other activities such as kayaking and rowing.
Quang Binh boasts rich tourism resources as it is home to the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park and the world’s largest cave Son Doong as well as the longest coastline in Vietnam, with beautiful beaches and delicious seafood. It was chosen as one of the filming destinations of the Hollywood blockbuster movie “Kong: Skull Island”.
Located in the primary forest area of Phong Nha-Ke Bang, the park is rich in fauna and flora. Visitors can walk over wooden bridges and bamboo footpaths with the entire park covered by ancient trees, interspersed with the peaceful Ozo stream.
The houses in the park are made of environmentally-friendly materials, creating a unique experience of wild nature for visitors.
Guests can also take part in the rope and swing courses, engage in birdwatching, and learn about the characteristics of some of the primates in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, as well as join other activities such as kayaking and rowing.
Quang Binh boasts rich tourism resources as it is home to the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park and the world’s largest cave Son Doong as well as the longest coastline in Vietnam, with beautiful beaches and delicious seafood. It was chosen as one of the filming destinations of the Hollywood blockbuster movie “Kong: Skull Island”.
Travel Updates
Sunrise Nha Trang Beach Hotel & Spa
Sunrise Nha Trang Beach Hotel & Spa is the only colonial style hotel build in the heart of Nha Trang. Most of 125 rooms and suites feature private balconies with stunning views overlooking the gorgeous bay. Located just minutes away from major sightseeing, shopping and the entertainment areas, this 5 star hotel attracts its many international patrons with its own private beach just in front of the hotel.
A Roman-style swimming pool and private beach are ideal for sun lovers. Relax to the sound of waves lapping on the beach and flickering lights of passing ships in the Sky Lounge, or simply unwind at the Lobby Lounge. Explore culinary diversity under a single roof at the Imperial and Huong Viet restaurants. Tours and recreational activities are specially tailored to explore and experience the beauty and rich culture of local attractions.
A Roman-style swimming pool and private beach are ideal for sun lovers. Relax to the sound of waves lapping on the beach and flickering lights of passing ships in the Sky Lounge, or simply unwind at the Lobby Lounge. Explore culinary diversity under a single roof at the Imperial and Huong Viet restaurants. Tours and recreational activities are specially tailored to explore and experience the beauty and rich culture of local attractions.
