A Vietjet staff helps passenger check in at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - 🌜Vietjet will give away 400,000 promotional tickets, starting at zero dong, in a bid to meet passengers' surging demand for travel, the airline said.
As part of the airline's well-known "It is time to Vietjet" promotion, the giveaway will run from January 14 to 16.
The promotion will apply to all Vietjet passengers flying on its international routes to Seoul, Taipei, Singapore, Bangkok and Yangon between February 1 and December 31 (excluding public holidays).
Earlier, Vietjet Air announced to add over 800 flights, starting from January 20 to February 20 to meet travel demand during Lunar New Year 2016.
Major flight routes to be increased include Ho Chi Minh City-Hanoi (30 return routes a day), Ho Chi Minh City-Da Nang (13 return routes a day), Ho Chi Minh City-Hai Phong (seven return routes a day), and Ho Chi Minh City-Vinh (six return routes a day).
Vietjet said it was planning faster expansion this year, which would result in further domestic market share gains and a larger international network.-VNA
Vietjet and Lufthansa Technik AG, a member of Lufthansa AG, have signed a technical service agreement for Vietjet's current A320-family aircraft engines.
Thousands of gifts, including a grand prize, which is a 2-billion-VND premium Dragon City apartment, will be up for grabs for customers flying with low-cost carrier VietJet Air.
The Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) will provide short-term credits worth up to 500 billion VND (22.7 million USD) for the low-cost carrier VietJet Air to buy aircraft.
Vietjet has launched a three-day long promotion with 50,000 super-cheap fares from zero dong from January 6 to January 8 to celebrate its newest routes.
The private carrier Vietjet Air is set to add over 800 flights, starting from January 20 to February 20 to meet travel demand during Lunar New Year 2016.
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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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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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.
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