Millennial passengers expect authentic experiences and check-in spots. VNS Photo Hồng Vân Viet Nam News By Hồng Vân Young UK tourist Sean Williams chose Việt Nam for his first trip to Asia in November, and revelled in the country’s rich culture and cuisine. “My trip was amazing, I really enjoyed it. It was very different from what I’d been used to. Vietnamese culture is great. I like the way people are there, and how many of them live in the city but still all get along. The food is really good, everything I tried I liked. Really good food,” said Williams. “I found it quite easy to find out about excursions and there were many tourist offices around offering trips and advice. People are generally very helpful if you need them. I love it there, can’t wait to be back,” he added. With its scenic landscape, pristine beaches, fine cuisine and rich culture, Việt Nam has become a popular destination for … [Read more...] about Better seaports and services key to cruise tourism in VN
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Seminar looks into cruise tourism development
A cruise stops at the Ha Long International Cruise Port, the first specialised passenger port in Vietnam that just opened in late November in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh province (Photo: VNA) Quang Ninh (VNA) – An international seminar to seek ways to develop cruise tourism was held in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh on December 7. Addressing the event, Vice Chairman of Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Ngo Hoai Chung said cruise tourism has been the fastest growing sector of the travel industry for the past few years globally. Often chosen by wealthy people, cruise tourism can make a significant economic impact for the locality. Sea and island tourism, which includes cruise tourism, is considered one of the priorities in the tourism development strategy of Vietnam, said Chung. Vietnam has numerous advantages to become an attractive cruise tourism destination with its location in the centre of Southeast Asia, some 3,200 km of coast, more than … [Read more...] about Seminar looks into cruise tourism development
Cruise tourism yet to take off
Stunning: A cruise stops at the Hạ Long International Cruise Port, the first specialised passenger port in Việt Nam that just opened in late November in Hạ Long City, Quảng Ninh Province. — VNS Photos Hồng Vân Viet Nam News QUẢNG NINH — Việt Nam should invest more in infrastructure, cruise terminal facilities as well as shore itineraries and develop unique tourism products to tap its cruise tourism potential. The statement was made by Vice Chairman of Việt Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Ngô Hoài Chung at a seminar on cruise tourism, held in the northern province of Quảng Ninh yesterday. Cruise tourism has been the fastest growing sector of the travel industry for the past few years globally. Often chosen by wealthy people, cruise tourism can make a significant economic impact for the locality. “Sea and island tourism, which includes cruise tourism, is considered one of the … [Read more...] about Cruise tourism yet to take off
Ha Long International Cruise Port welcomes first cruise ship
Ha Long International Cruise Port, Ha Long city, Quang Ninh province, welcomed the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Celebrity Millennium cruise ship on November 27. The Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Celebrity Millennium cruise ship The ship, carrying some 2,000 passengers and a crew of 1,000, is the first tourist ship to dock at Ha Long International Cruise Port. The passengers later left the ship to visit Ha Long Bay and a number of tourism sites in Quang Ninh province. Celebrity Millennium is a luxurious and modern five-star international luxury cruise ship catering to Asia and South Pacific voyages. According to the plan, Celebrity Millennium will leave the port at 1:00 pm on November 28. The welcoming of the first international cruise ship marks a milestone, opening a new turning-point for the tourism industry in Quang Ninh, creating a new space for international cooperation and tourism development. According to Chairman of Quang Ninh People's Committee,Nguyen Duc Long, the … [Read more...] about Ha Long International Cruise Port welcomes first cruise ship
Ha Long Int’l Cruise Port welcomes first tourist ship
The first tourist ship docked at Ha Long International Cruise Port, the northern province of Quang Ninh on November 27, 2018 The welcoming of the first international cruise ship marks a milestone, opening a new turning-point for the tourism industry in Quang Ninh, creating a new space for international cooperation and tourism development. Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Quang Ninh People's Committee Nguyen Duc Long said the launch of the Ha Long International Cruise Port is an important mark of the QuangNinh tourism industry, creating the most favorable conditions for passenger ships to travel to Ha Long Bay. Construction of the port began on November 20, 2017, and, after more than one year of construction, Ha Long International Cruise Port is essentially complete. The VND 1,100 billion-project is a special international cruise port in Viet Nam. The port is designed to … [Read more...] about Ha Long Int’l Cruise Port welcomes first tourist ship