Foreign tours have advantages
According to statistics, the 10 international destinations that Vietnamese tourists prioritize online searches for this holiday are Bangkok (Thailand) as the most searched city, followed by Tokyo (Japan), Seoul (Korea). China), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Singapore, Hong Kong (China), Taipei (Taiwan, China), Sydney (Australia), Bali (Indonesia), Chiang Mai (Thailand).
Besides, China is the dominant destination, because tour prices are competitive with many other international destinations, even very competitive compared with domestic destinations.
A representative of an Asian tour business based in Dong Da district said that the company recorded an increase in the number of Vietnamese tourists traveling to China on September 2 compared to last year. Partly due to the increase in domestic airfares and service costs during holidays, many tourists tend to choose China tours by both air and road because of good prices.
Mr. Cu Le Quan - Sales Director of Truong Gia Gioi Hunan International Travel Joint Stock Company - also assessed that the number of Vietnamese visitors to China, especially Truong Gia Gioi, is increasing.
"In 2023, on the occasion of the National Holiday (September 2), tours for Vietnamese tourists to go to Hunan will be sold out from July. This year too, the number of visitors is very large, currently many units have also recorded full groups for the National Holiday."
Guests prefer nearby domestic destinations
Domestic destinations also recorded a level of interest from Vietnamese tourists. According to the online travel platform Booking, Vietnamese tourists tend to choose nearby destinations, ensuring two factors: relaxation and exploration.
Mr. Varun Grover - Vietnam Country Director of Booking.com - commented that Vietnamese tourists are looking for a domestic and international vacation that can combine a variety of experiences, from exploration activities culture to rest at peaceful resorts in the mountains or enjoy sunny beaches.
Accordingly, the Top 10 domestic destinations most searched for by Vietnamese tourists during the upcoming holidays are Da Lat, Da Nang, Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Phan Thiet, Sa Pa and Hue.
Statistics show that many resorts and hotels in Hue, Mui Ne, Nha Trang, Vung Tau, Tuy Hoa, and Da Lat record good room occupancy during the upcoming vacation.
Many localities in the country proactively prepare facilities and human resources to welcome guests during the holiday, which is considered a "spare" holiday before the new school year.
In Thai Nguyen, many destinations commit to reducing admission prices and service prices by 10-20%, some places by up to 30-40%. In Nghe An, tourist destinations are ready with resources and will organize many activities to attract tourists to a number of destinations such as Kim Lien Special National Relic Area, Cua Lo town, and other tourist attractions. Ecotourism and community tourism destination in Western Nghe An.
Facing the situation where tourists are expected to increase sharply during the National Day holiday of September 2, the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism issued Official Dispatch No. 84/TTr-DL dated August 9, 2024 on strengthening work. Inspect and examine tourism activities.
Accordingly, it is recommended that people and tourists be wary of scams to avoid having their rights and safety affected when traveling.
Specifically, tourists need to carefully research information about travel packages, especially travel packages with cheaper prices than usual, and choose businesses providing travel services that ensure conditions according to regulations. Legal regulations: Have a Business Registration Certificate, Domestic and International Travel Business License, Decision to recognize the class of tourist accommodation establishment issued by a competent State agency... Owner Dynamically reconfirm information in the travel contract (reservation confirmation, service quality, facilities for tourist accommodation establishments; tour program, tour guide...) .
Violations that tourists need to proactively avoid: Doing tourism business when not meeting business conditions, not having a domestic or international travel business license, or not maintaining business conditions during operations ; Discriminating against tourists, competing for tourists, forcing tourists to buy goods and services; Advertising the wrong type or class of tourist accommodation establishment recognized by a competent State agency; advertising the type and class of tourist accommodation establishments that have not been recognized by a competent State agency.
