According to a report by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, during the 5 holidays of April 30 and May 1 (from April 30 to April 4), the Vietnamese tourism industry is estimated to serve about 10.5 million visitors, an increase of 31.2% over the same period in 2024.
The average room occupancy rate at tourist accommodation establishments reached about 70% nationwide; in the first days of the holiday, it reached over 80%, of which some coastal destinations and Ho Chi Minh City reached 90-95%.
Notably, for the first time, room occupancy in Ho Chi Minh City reached 95% during the April 30 and May 1 holidays, an increase of over 330% over the same period in 2024.
This year's holiday season, most key tourist destinations across the country have recorded positive signals with a sharp increase in the number of visitors compared to the same period in 2024.
In particular, Ho Chi Minh City is estimated to welcome 1.95 million visitors, an increase of 101.2% over the same period in 2024; total revenue from tourists is estimated at VND 7,138 billion.
Thanh Hoa is estimated to welcome 1.6 million visitors, an increase of 5.3% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at 4,170 billion VND.
Quang Ninh is estimated to welcome 1.135 million visitors, an increase of 12% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at VND 3,121 billion.
Khanh Hoa is estimated to welcome 1,005,160 visitors, an increase of 3.63% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at 1,377.4 billion VND.
Hanoi is estimated to welcome 875,200 visitors, an increase of 18.64% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at VND 3,150 billion, an increase of 25.21%.
Ba Ria - Vung Tau is estimated to welcome 785,495 visitors, an increase of 28.24% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at over 650.365 billion VND, an increase of 31.54%.
Ninh Binh is estimated to welcome over 700,000 visitors, an increase of 48.9% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at over 1,000 billion VND, an increase of 43.9%.
Da Nang is estimated to welcome over 610,000 visitors, an increase of more than 50% over the same period in 2024; Total revenue from tourists is estimated at over 2,426 billion VND...
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism assessed that Ho Chi Minh City has truly left a strong impression on the hearts of people and tourists with the spirit of "Proud of 50 years - Glorious City named after Uncle Ho". The city creates a spreading of national pride of the Vietnamese people, bringing visitors impressive experiences during the great national festival.
Not only Ho Chi Minh City, island destinations welcome a significant increase in visitors during long holidays and hot weather. Top coastal tourism destinations that welcome many visitors include Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Da Nang, Quang Nam, Binh Dinh, Khanh Hoa, Binh Thuan, Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Kien Giang...
This year's holiday records the trend of guests to the Southern region more than every year because of the 50 -year event of reunification, especially in the first two days of the holiday. Instead of choosing tours abroad like every year, many tourists prioritize the "tour of the source" journey.
Tourists tend to choose experiences with historical imprints to feel the atmosphere of gratitude, remember and relive the heroic memories of the nation on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification.
The 5-day holiday along with many programs, events, activities, and festivals organized by localities and businesses at the same time has resulted in most destinations welcoming more visitors, longer stays, and higher revenue compared to the same period in 2024. Notably, the number of international visitors still has good growth momentum despite the peak season. room prices and tourism services do not have many major fluctuations.
