India explores trade, tourism cooperation opportunities in Kien Giang

The survey was conducted in 11 key tourism markets in the region, with a focus on Southeast Asia. Across Asia, Indonesia takes the top spot as the most popular diving destination, followed by the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam.

The festival, held by the city’s Department of Tourism under the theme "Hanoi Tourism – A World Heritage Destination" is expected to stimulate tourism, promote destinations, products, and iconic souvenirs of Hanoi and Vietnam, while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30).

To offer competitive pricing with diverse experiences, Vietravel has collaborated with both domestic and international service providers, including national tourism boards from Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong (China), the Republic of Korea, and Japan.

Experts believe that with strong cooperation between the public and private sectors, HCM City’s tourism industry can capitalise on new opportunities and maintain its position as a dynamic travel hub in Southeast Asia.

Truong Thi Hong Hanh, Director of Da Nang’s Department of Tourism, said the launch of the Almaty-Da Nang route marked a significant milestone in enhancing Da Nang’s tourism links with Kazakhstan and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). It is expected to attract visitors from this promising market to Da Nang and the central region of Vietnam.

The province will organise 170 cultural, sporting, and tourism events between April and September, with 24 at international, national, and provincial levels and 146 local activities, Vu Dai Thang, Secretary of the provincial Party Committee, told a meeting on April 1.

The seven-day event presents a prime opportunity to promote Da Nang city as a dynamic and modern coastal destination with exceptional tourism potential.

Phu Quoc, the once-isolated island, has blossomed into a renowned tourist destination, positioning its rightful place on the global travel map and stepping boldly into a new era – that of the nation’s rise.

The surge is thanks to several factors, including pent-up demand over recent years, the resumption of direct flights, and the strengthening of the RUB.

With its breathtaking landscapes, filmmaker-friendly policies, and a clear strategy for industry growth, Vietnam is poised to become a major hub for film tourism.

The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for Vietnamese members to share experience and best practices in tourism management while enhancing collaboration with international counterparts. By hosting this prestigious event, Hanoi reaffirmed its proactive role in driving connectivity and sustainable tourism growth.

Thanks to the close collaboration between the Lao Cai Tourism Association and content creators, this product has started receiving positive feedback from both domestic and international visitors.

In early 2025, around 50 events took place, with 13 others scheduled by late March, including three at the national or international level.

At the misty heights of Fansipan, a spectacular natural landscape unfolds each April, transforming the area into a colourful canvas of “do quyen” blossoms. Situated above 2,000 metres above the sea level, the destination offers travellers an unparalleled experience of one of nature's most breathtaking displays.

With the theme “Hue - Ancient Capital, New Opportunity,” Visit Vietnam Year 2025 aims to strengthen tourism linkages between Hue and other cities and provinces nationwide, while enhancing the image, position, and brand of Vietnamese tourism in general and that of the central city in particular. The programme will feature four main seasonal activity groups representing spring, summer, autumn, and winter, encompassing over 170 national and provincial-level events.

Themed "Developing Green Destinations - Elevating Vietnamese Tourism," VITM Hanoi 2025 is expected to feature 450 booths of 60 domestic and international tourism promotion agencies, eight airlines, 16 countries and territories, and over 600 businesses.

To capitalise on early-year success, various destinations are rolling out engaging programmes to attract visitors.

Elephant-friendly tourism is a responsible form that helps minimise the impact of tourism activities on elephant health, contributing to conservation efforts and sustainable elephant tourism.

According to statistics, in the first two months of 2025, Binh Thuan welcomed over 116,000 international visitors, up 32% year-on-year, with the RoK ranking third in terms of arrivals.

Singapore’s CNA news agency named Phu Quoc among its 25 must-visit destinations for 2025.