Hanoi expects to welcome 10 million tourists this year
Hanoi is going step by step to completely resume tourism activities in 2022 with the aim of welcoming 9 – 10 million tourists, including around 2 million foreigners, according to the municipal People’s Committee.
Visitors on board a double-decker bus passing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in downtown Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi is going step by step to completelyresume tourism activities in 2022 with the aim of welcoming 9 – 10 milliontourists, including around 2 million foreigners, according to themunicipal People’s Committee.
The capital city has also set a target of earning 27.84 – 35.84 trillion VND (1.22– 1.57 billion USD) from tourism.
Hanoi is making every effort to keep COVID-19 atbay and accelerate the injection of the third vaccine dose in a bid to betterprotect its residents against the virus, deemed to be fundamental to the fullreopening.
Data from the Hanoi People’s Committee showed that COVID-19has taken heavy toll on the city’s tourism industry. The number of visitors toHanoi – all are domestic – totalled 4 million last year, plunging about 47percent from 2020 and just equivalent to 36.3 percent of the yearly plan. Tourismrevenue nosedived some 59.8 percent year-on-year to 11.28 trillion VND.
Visitors to Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature Complex), one of the most popular tourist destinations in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
The tourism sector still has a long way to go as the COVID-19 surges in the city is showing no signs of slowing down with thousands of casesreported daily, hampering the reopening plan. So the city is focusing itsefforts on ensuring strict observation of COVID-19 prevention rules andrequirements among service providers and developing synchronous virus response regulationsand solutions to facilitate operations of tourism firms and workers.
The municipal People's Committee has also requested local tourism authorities toexplore and report difficulties facing tourism firms and offer them the bestconditions to resume operations.
For the next year, Hanoi expects to receive 12 – 14 million tourists, including 2.5 – 3.5 million international visitors. Tourismrevenue is hoped to reach up to 42.78 - 55.78 trillion VND in 2023./.
Hanoi will focus on serving domestic visitors with COVID-19 preventive rules remaining in place during the first stage of its tourism recovery roadmap from 2022 – 2023, recently released by the municipal People’s Committee.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has proposed the Government resumes pre-pandemic waivers of visas for tourists from 24 countries when the country restarts international tourism.
Laos will step up the campaign to encourage Lao people to travel within the country to revive the tourism industry and its economy in the context that the government has eased restrictive measures to gradually normalise the situation.
A meeting was held on February 15 to discuss the plan to reopen tourism activities in the context of safe, flexible adaptation to and effective control of the COVID-19 pandemic under the chair of Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam.
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.
Da Nang's appeal stems from its numerous outstanding tourist attractions, particularly My Khe Beach, Sun World Ba Na Hills resort, and the ancient town of Hoi An. Additionally, Da Nang tourism is renowned for its affordability, especially attractive to young travellers and couples, according to Chosun Ilbo.
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.
Khanh Hoa has welcomed 16 international cruises so far this year, with more than 19,000 tourists disembarking to explore the province’s scenic landscapes and renowned cultural, religious, and artistic landmarks, as well as to enjoy local cuisine and sightseeing tours.
According to local plans, fireworks shows will be held at multiple locations, with Ha Long Bay as the focal point. More than mere entertainment, these displays are part of a strategic cultural tourism product aimed at strengthening the region’s brand.
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.
Its natural advantages have made Mui Ne a magnet for enthusiasts of kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding (SUP). These activities not only diversify the local tourism offerings but also contribute to the area’s long-term development strategy focused on sustainability.
In July alone, the city welcomed 695,930 international arrivals, surging 75.3% year-on-year. For the seven-month period, international visitors totalled 4.5 million, up 48% year-on-year.
Welcoming the crew on the morning of July 30, Dang Dong Ha, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, emphasised that the film offers a valuable opportunity to promote Quang Tri’s tourism potential, particularly to Indian visitors, but also to a broader global audience.
With a proactive and creative approach, Hanoi is positioning itself as one of Southeast Asia’s most compelling destinations where tradition meets innovation, and every visit offers a blend of the familiar and the new.
Fostering linkage among regional localities and restructuring the tourism sector towards professionalism are among measures to boost the “smokeless industry” of the Mekong Delta.
Visitors on board a double-decker bus passing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in downtown Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
Visitors to Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature Complex), one of the most popular tourist destinations in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
