Vietnam reimagines tourism
Vietnam reimagines tourism
A more local focus has become a pandemic-era necessity, but many changes will endure when international arrivals resume.
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10 May 2021 at 04:30
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Da Bac district in Hoa Binh province of northwestern Vietnam offers a variety of activities from kayaking to trekking, appealing views of terraced rice paddies, and simple but comfortable homestay accommodation. (Photos courtesy of Da Bac Community-based Tourism)
Rich in history, vibrant in culture and cuisine, with striking landscapes from mountains in the North to beaches along the coast, Vietnam has become one of the favourite destinations in Southeast Asia.
In 2019, the country welcomed a record 18 million foreign visitors and generated total revenue of US$32.8 billion (755 trillion dong) from both domestic and international tourists.