Ha noi in top ten countries for highest tourism growth

In the context of Vietnam's gradual recovery in the tourism market after the COVID-19 pandemic, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh expressed his belief that with the engagement of the entire political system, the concerted efforts of the businesses community and the people, the tourism industry in Vietnam will develop strongly towards "Distinctive products - professional services - convenient procedures - competitive prices - clean environmental hygiene - safe and friendly destinations" and set to become one of 30 countries with besttourism competiveness in the world.

Ha Long bay, a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 1994, is located in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. The stunning bay is formed by thousands of limestone mountains in various shapes and sizes, making it one of the top five most beautiful bays in the world. Photo: VNP

The country has one of the seven new natural wonders of the world, three world natural heritages, and 15 intangible cultural heritages of humanity, as well as over 41,000 historical and cultural relics and scenic spots. The country also boasts abundant products with lower prices compared to the region, and has 54 ethnic groups with unique cultural features. These are important foundational factors for national development, including tourism.

In addition, Vietnam's technical infrastructure and tourism-related facilities are increasingly developing.

Its tourism product system is being formed to meet the diverse needs of the market. Vietnam's competitive capacity in tourism has been improving, ranking 63rd out of 140 countries and territories in 2019, up 17 places compared to 2011. In 2021, it ranked 52nd out of 117 economies, up eight places from 2019. With six out of 17 pillar indicators ranked among the leading group in the world, Vietnam is one of the three countries with the highest tourism growth rate.

However, the tourism industry still has shortcomings and limitations, such as development not keeping pace with its potential and advantages, a lack of sustainability, and insufficient competitiveness. Developing tourism is the shared responsibility of the entire political system at all levels, sectors, and society as a whole. Tourism development must be placed in the overall context of socio-economic development, with the role of being a key economic sector; shifting from "supplying what we have" to "supplying what customers need"; from seasonal tourism to year round tourism; developing tourism in a safe, green, clean, civilized, modern, attractive direction, and emphasizing the cultural values of Vietnamese tourism.

Tourism contributes to the reduction of poverty, social welfare, cultural preservation, environmental protection, and national defense and security. In the current trend, it is necessary to promote digital transformation and develop a smart tourism ecosystem in Vietnam. At the same time, there is a need to strengthen international cooperation, especially with large multinational tourism corporations, in order to enhance connectivity and attract major potential markets.

Tourism is an important economic sector, known as the "smokeless industry," which contributes significantly to the economies of many countries. It is a development trend of the future as well as a bridge for people from different countries to meet, increase mutual-understanding, strengthen solidarity and friendship, aiming towards a peaceful, stable, developed, and prosperous world.

The 13th National Party Congress has identified the need to restructure the tourism industry to ensure its professionalism, modernity, integrated and sustainable development, and international integration. it has also emphasized the importance of building, developing, and positioning the national tourism brand associated with the dominant and unique image that reflects the cultural identity of the nation. By 2030, the goal is to attract 47-50 million international tourists to Vietnam and the tourism sector is expected to contribute about 14-15% of the GDP, raising the proportion of the service sector in the GDP to over 50%.

The capital city of Ha Noi - Photo: The Internet

According to the website, Ha Noi, the capital city of Viet Nam, started welcoming tourists in the 1990s and is now one of the best spots to visit for those who want a deep understanding of Vietnamese culture.

"Guests can find many hotels, shops, eateries, and bikes in the historic district. It's no secret that the Temple of Literature is also among the city's most stunning structures. It was initially constructed as a university in the 11th century and is now a Confucian temple. Ho Chi Minh's tomb is also in Ha Noi", The Travel noted.

Earlier, Ha Noi was honored as Asia's Leading City Break Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia & Oceania.

The capital city was named among Trip Advisor's top 25 popular destinations in Asia and sixth in the global list in 2022.

The world's largest travel site wrote the city has "aged well, preserving the Old Quarter, monuments and colonial architecture, while making room for modern developments alongside".

It also ranked first among the 10 cheapest cities to live in the world selected by the United States' World Packers. The city is described as a multicultural and historical city known for architecture, street food, nightlife, and vast history.

Together with Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc Island, Ha Noi was listed among the world's 100 greatest places to explore on earth in 2021 by the U.S. Time magazine.

The city was also on the list of the "Best Cities for a Workation" released by the UK travel website Holidu, ranking 18th among the 147 cities globally, and named among the top 50 cities responding the best to the COVID-19 pandemic by the UK's Deep Knowledge Analytics.

Which country has highest tourism?

France is the most visited country in the world with 117,109,000 international tourists, thanks to its rich history and iconic landmarks.

Where does US rank in tourism?

The most popular travel countries.

What is the largest tourist market in the world?

When breaking down the total contribution of travel and tourism to GDP by country, the United States and China emerged as the leading travel markets worldwide. That said, France was the destination with the highest number of inbound tourists worldwide, both before and after the pandemic.

What country has the most tourists per year?

Overall, France was the most visited country by inbound travelers worldwide in 2022, with roughly 79.4 million international tourist arrivals. Spain, the United States, and Turkey followed in the ranking that year.