An Giang welcomes 7 million visitors during January-June
The Mekong Delta province of An Giang has so far this year received some 7 million visitors, up 7.69 percent year on year and accounting for 76.09 percent of the yearly plan.
A corner of Nui Sam tourism site (Photo: tuoitre.vn)
An Giang (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of An Giang has so far thisyear received some 7 million visitors, up 7.69 percent year on year andaccounting for 76.09 percent of the yearly plan.
Vice Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Pham The Trieusaid on June 14 that around 50,000 foreigners spent their holidays in thelocality, or 41.67 percent of the set plan.
Revenue from tourism services is estimated at 4 trillion VND (171 million USD),surging 25 percent from the same time last year.
To date, the province has 91 accommodation establishments for tourism,including one four-star hotel, five three-star hotels, ten two-star hotels and40 one-star hotels. It boasts 15 tourism sites, with renowned destinations likeNui Cam and Nui Sam.
This year, the province targets to earn 5.5 trillion VND from hosting 9.2million tourist arrivals, including 120,000 foreigners. It is aiming to receive10.1 million visitors in 2020.
In a bid to turn the tourism industry into an economic strength in theprovince, the local tourism sector has channeled focus on attracting capitalfor tourism infrastructure development in Chau Doc city and Tinh Bien and TriTon districts. Due attention has been paid to promoting tourism connection withother localities in the region like Can Tho, Ca Mau, Kien Giang, Bac Lieu, HauGiang and Soc Trang.
Director of the local Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen KhanhHiep said that the tourism sector is calling for investment to buildlarge-scale and modern entertainment centres together with branching outcatering services. Besides, it has introduced incentive policies on tourismdevelopment to lure more investments in the field.-VNA
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Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has instructed the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) to coordinate with other ministries, agencies and localities to effectively implement policies and directives from the Party, Government, and Prime Minister on tourism development.
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With new direct flights from major Indian cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru, Vietnam is becoming an increasingly compelling destination for Indian tourists seeking a quick, emotionally rich four-day escape that blends luxury, culture, and natural wonder.
By source market, China continued to lead with 3.1 million visitors, equivalent to 25.5% of all foreign arrivals. The Republic of Korea followed with 2.5 million, or 20.7%. Other major markets included Taiwan (China) with 737,000, the US with 522,000, and Japan with 380,000.
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Chatbot and virtual assistants support itinerary consultation and tour bookings, and provide around-the-clock response across multiple platforms while AI advertising applications have been used to optimise budgets and target the right customers. AI has been also employed to analyse customer data, enabling the delivery of personalised tour recommendations.
Many Vietnamese regions possess favourable conditions, including natural landscapes, climate, and rich cultural identities, to host sport events that integrate with cultural and tourism experiences.
Dubbed the “land of ancient towers”, Khanh Hoa boasts a rich Cham legacy through architectural masterpieces like the Po Nagar, Hoa Lai, Po Klong Garai, and Po Rome towers.
Vietnam’s e-visa system is now seen as one of the most efficient, convenient, and transparent in the region. Fully online registration, no paperwork or interviews, and fast and flexible processing time have improved foreigners’ entry experience, creating a competitive advantage over countries clinging to complicated and costly visa procedures.
Sunset Town unfolded like a living fairytale. Every street and hidden corner recalls iconic European landmarks – from Venice’s San Marco Bell Tower and Paris’s Arc de Triomphe to Almafi-style squares and cobblestone paths reminiscent of southern Italy.
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A corner of Nui Sam tourism site (Photo: tuoitre.vn) 
