Hosting a professional motorboat race, an opportunity for Binh Dinh tourism to take off

The professional powerboat race in Binh Dinh promises to open a turning point for marine sports in Vietnam, bringing a new model of sports economy associated with international events to spread throughout the country.

On March 22 - 24, the UIM - ABP Aquabike World Championship took place at Thi Nai lagoon, Quy Nhon city, Binh Dinh province, opening a series of events at the Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week 2024. Gathering 55 excellent racers in the world. This year's race brought together 55 excellent racers from all over the world to Binh Dinh. During 3 days (from March 22-24), domestic and international audiences were amazed by the dramatic, impressive and thrilling performances.

*Art performance program stirs up Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week. Photo: Diem Phuc*

According to the organizers, the majestic scenery of the blue sea combined with the talent and bravery of the athletes created a vibrant and exciting atmosphere in the stands that delighted visitors. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Quang, a tourist from Quang Nam, and his family watched the dramatic races at this race. Mr. Quang shared: “This is the first time I have seen such an impressive high-speed race on water. The dramatic chases and beautiful performances made us unable to take our eyes off. Hopefully we will continue to watch such special races.” Phó Thủ tướng Trần Hồng Hà tiếp Phó Chủ tịch GFANZ Mary L.Schapiro

Phó Thủ tướng Trần Hồng Hà tiếp Phó Chủ tịch GFANZ Mary L.Schapiro

Chairman of Binh Dinh Provincial People's Committee Pham Anh Tuan delivered the opening speech of Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week. Photo: F1

Assessing the potential for developing jet skiing in Binh Dinh, the CEO of Aquabike Promotion, Mr. Raimondo di San Germano, said that Vietnam has great potential to develop this sport. "Jet skiing is a very strong sport. I believe this sport will have a bright future in Vietnam...", Mr. Raimondo di San Germano shared. Cuisine attracts tourists. Along with the jet skiing race, the organizers of the Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week also organized many rich and diverse events and activities, including: A series of events to exchange and connect culture, sports and tourism in Binh Dinh province with main programs under the theme "The Quintessence of Martial Arts Land".

In particular, 54 food stalls introduced typical and unique dishes of Binh Dinh, other provinces and Korea. Rich and famous dishes such as Nem Cho Huyen, Banh It La Gai, Banh Xeo Tom Nhay attracted people and tourists. Many people, tourists and athletes promised to return to Binh Dinh to enjoy and experience the beautiful landscape as well as the culture and cuisine of this "land of martial arts and heaven of literature". "I really miss our cuisine, this is the second time I have returned, it was a wonderful time. After we finished the tournament, we had some time to rest after the tournament to recover. We have plans to visit and experience more in Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province", Samuel Johansson (Sweden) shared.

*Top jet ski performances by racers. Photo: F1*

Athlete Quinten Bossche (Belgium) shared: He felt warmly welcomed and enjoyed every moment of being present at the tournament in Binh Dinh. This is a professional entertainment program but there were many spectators who came to enjoy the tournament and cheer for our athletes. "I really want to come back to Binh Dinh next time to travel and maybe participate in the next tournament", Quinten Bossche expressed. Tourists to Binh Dinh increase Director of the Department of Tourism Tran Van Thanh said that during the week, including the organization of a water motorbike race and cultural, sports and culinary events in Binh Dinh province, the number of tourists to the province increased dramatically. In March, 430 thousand people stayed at the facilities; over 1 million visitors came to visit the food stalls, watch the race and events, and tourist attractions. The total in the first quarter increased 2.2 times compared to the same period.

“The race and the Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week have brought the image of Quy Nhon, Binh Dinh province to domestic and international friends. This is an opportunity, a great potential to develop tourism in the province,” said Mr. Thanh. Chairman of Binh Dinh Provincial People's Committee Pham Anh Tuan said that the Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week with the highlight of the Grand Prix of Binh Dinh 2024 International Powerboat Race is a special, high-class sporting event, with the participation of the world's top racers.

*The week attracted a lot of tourists. Photo: Diem Phuc*

"The race promises to open a turning point for marine sports in Vietnam, bringing a new model of sports economy associated with international events to spread throughout the country. This is also an opportunity for delegates, distinguished guests, athletes, and tourists to have an interesting experience at Thi Nai lagoon, enjoy the unique culinary flavors of the "land of martial arts and literature", thereby bringing colorful, attractive, and dramatic entertainment minutes. Through this event, Binh Dinh province hopes to promote the effectiveness of promoting and communicating the image of the people and landscapes of the province to domestic and foreign tourists and investors, thereby creating connections and developing sustainable tourism between Binh Dinh province and prestigious organizations, corporations, and businesses nationwide and internationally," said Mr. Tuan.

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