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Chairman of the Lao Association of Travel Agents Somphong Deviengxay speaks at the event (Source:VNA) Vientiane (VNA) - A programme to introduce tourism destinations in Vietnam’s central provinces of Nghe An, Ha Tinh and Quang Binh was held in Vientiane, Laos on May 21. In her opening remarks, Deputy Director of the Nghe An province’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Thi Thanh An said the event is part of efforts to promote tourism the potential and strengths of Vietnamese localities, thus further pushing tourism cooperation with Laos. It also aims to attract more visitors from Laos and third countries to the Vietnamese central localities, she noted. The programme provides a chance for travel agencies and tourism associations of the two countries to set up partnerships and share information, An added. Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Lao Association of Travel Agents Somphong Deviengxay said tourism is a key economic sector promoting … [Read more...] about Vietnam central localities promote tourism in Laos

Hanoi’s downtown district of Hoan Kiem on May 20 launched its tourism website, aiming to promote its tourism potential and attract more tourists to the area. A panoramic view of Hoan Kiem Lake The website, available at http://hoankiem360.vn and http://hoankiem360.com, has many features, including finding tourist destinations, services and trade centres of Hoan Kiem district. Visitors can explore famous places of the district through 360-degree panoramic images, and book hotel rooms and tours as well as buying goods online. A mobile app for iOS, Android, Windows phones also allows users to explore landscapes, historical sites, scenic spots and other tourism and trade services. Hoan Kiem Chairman Duong Duc Tuan said that website is expected to facilitate the district’s tourism with a close connection with Vietnam tourism, aiming to build a smart urban and tourism management model. At the ceremony, the district also introduced an upgrade of the its portal, along … [Read more...] about Hanoi launches interactive tourism website

Quang Ninh is endowed with natural advantages for sea and island tourism. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The tourism sector in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh has been growing at a fast pace in recent years, establishing its important role in the province’s economy and moving towards sustainability. Quang Ninh is endowed with natural advantages for sea and island tourism. It is home to the Ha Long and Bai Tu Long Bays, the Ha Long Bay National Park and some islands, the best known of which is Co To and Van Don. In particular, Ha Long Bay has been twice recognised as a World Natural Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). The Heritage site has become a magnet drawing visitors to Quang Ninh. In 2017, a total of 9.87 million tourists visited the province, including 4.28 million foreigners. More than 70 percent of the tourists came in sea and island tours. In 2018, Quang Ninh welcomed more than 10 million … [Read more...] about Quang Ninh looks to optimise sea tourism potential

A corner of Kim Lien relic site (Source: VNA) Nghe An (VNA) – Over 38,600 visitors arrived at Kim Lien relic site in Nam Dan district, the central province of Nghe An from May 17-19, on the occasion of the 128th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19). During the period, the site welcomed over 12,000 each day. There were 880 delegations, including over 221 foreigners, marking an increase of 18,000 visitors from 2017. Nguyen Bao Tuan, Director of the Kim Lien relic site, said President’s this year birthday coincides with weekend so that the site recorded a hike in tourist arrivals. Moreover, Sen village festival in the site also attracted crowds with a singing and beauty competition, and a youth camp. From May 10-20, the site will be open further one hour to serve tourists. This year, the site is expected to welcome more than 1.8 million visitors.-VNA … [Read more...] about Over 38,600 visit Kim Lien relic site in Nghe An

Nearly 100 tourist enterprises in Danang city, Quang Nam and Quang Binh provinces participated in the event. Mr. Tran Tien Dung, deputy chairman of Quang Binh People’s Committee said the link between Quang Nam and Quang Binh will open many attractive tourist products which can link between eco-craft village and the discovery of caves. This cooperation will boost developing tourism in the two provinces. Quang Binh province at present strives to develop tourism industry to be the provincial key economic sector. The province is launching many preferential policies to speed up local tourism industry. Hoian welcomes 3.22 million visitors in 2017 Mr. Le Ngoc Tuong, Quang Nam deputy director of department of culture, sports and tourism said the role of tourism sector and tourist enterprises is very important, helping open many inter-region cooperation. Hoian is top attractive destination to domestic and international tourists. In 2017, Hoi An received 3.22million visitors with 1.78 … [Read more...] about Quang Nam & Quang Binh provinces cooperate to develop tourism industry