There’s plenty of good news coming out of Vietnam at the moment. Here are a few stories making the headlines:
Da Nang launches major water sports expansion project
The leadership of Da Nang city has unveiled an extensive plan to expand aquatic recreational and sports offerings across its shoreline and the Han River region. This plan is designed to tap into the city’s abundant aquatic resources to boost tourism growth and elevate community well-being. It forms a key part of Da Nang’s ambition to establish itself as a top-tier tourist destination in Vietnam by 2030, with a sustained focus on sustainable development and enhanced quality of life extending to 2045.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Vietnam Airlines partners with Singapore Tourism Board to boost growth
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has formed a strategic partnership with Vietnam’s national carrier Vietnam Airlines and Sentosa Development Corporation to launch joint marketing and promotional efforts aimed at boosting travel demand from Vietnam to Singapore. Their planned initiatives include hosted familiarisation trips, a feature on Singapore and Sentosa in Vietnam Airlines’ inflight magazine Heritage and participation in travel fairs.
(source: The Business Times)
Hanoi leads the way in rural tourism and sustainable development
Hanoi, with its vibrant cultural history, long-standing traditions and diverse rural landscapes, is making significant strides in developing its rural tourism sector. This is in line with the country’s broader rural development initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth, preserving cultural heritage, and ensuring sustainability. The capital is steadily advancing its rural tourism strategy, ensuring that tourism is not just a tool for economic development but also a means to preserve its unique identity.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
Vietnam-China cross-border rail tourism updates
After a five-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the vital passenger rail service connecting Vietnam and China has officially resumed operations. This much-anticipated restart signals a renewed chapter of connectivity between two of Southeast Asia’s most important economic and cultural partners. The revived railway line between Hanoi and Nanning not only re-establishes a crucial transportation link but also underscores growing efforts by both governments to facilitate safer, more efficient and environmentally sustainable cross-border travel.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
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