Quang Ninh develops to be worthy of its position as an international tourist center

Ms. Nguyen Thi Hanh, Vice Chairwoman of Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee affirmed: "Quang Ninh tourism is increasingly developing, truly becoming a spearhead and sustainable economic sector, affirming its role as a tourism center connecting the region and the world, the leading tourist destination of the country".

Silversea Cruise ship brings hundreds of tourists to Ha Long, Quang Ninh , March 30, 2024. (Source: BQN)

Indeed, Quang Ninh is increasingly striving to affirm its brand and competitiveness, worthy of its position as an international tourist center of the country.

Affirming the brand with international customers

According to data from the Department of Tourism of Quang Ninh province, in the first 10 months of 2024, destinations in the province welcomed over 16.7 million tourists, an increase of 20% over the same period last year, including over 3 million international visitors.

Total revenue from tourism is over 40,100 billion VND, up 38% over the same period in 2023.

In October 2024, Quang Ninh welcomed its 3 millionth international tourist. This event is an important milestone, marking a new record after the difficulties caused by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted cruise tourism and the impact of storm No. 3; marking the completion of the plan set out in Resolution No. 20-NQ/TU of the Quang Ninh Provincial Party Committee on the province's directions and tasks for 2024.

This also confirms that Quang Ninh tourism industry has recovered quickly and stabilized soon to welcome tourists right after the storm.

Why is the mining land so beloved?

Quang Ninh has an important strategic position, is an important node in the "Two corridors, one economic belt" cooperation area between Vietnam and China, the Nanning - Singapore economic corridor, the expanded inter-regional cooperation area of ​​the Gulf of Tonkin and within the framework of the ASEAN - China Free Trade Area.

The locality also has many famous landscapes with international brand value such as Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, and Yen Tu scenic spot.

In particular, Ha Long Bay was recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage in 1994 and a World Natural Heritage for the second time based on geological and geomorphological criteria in 2000; and was voted by the New Open World Organization as one of the 7 new natural wonders of the world, creating an important turning point for the province's tourism development.

Not only that, infrastructure and tourism quality are always focused on by the locality, meeting the increasing needs of domestic and international tourists.

The comprehensive inter-regional and international transportation system by road, sea and air is a great advantage for tourism.

Van Don International Airport is the first privately invested airport in Vietnam. (Source: Dan Tri)

Van Don International Airport, Ha Long - Cam Pha coastal route, Hai Phong - Mong Cai expressway, Ha Long International Passenger Port, Tuan Chau, Ao Tien... are modern projects associated with the locality, of international standards.

Last October, Carlos Olivo's family (Florida, USA) decided to take a 2-day, 1-night vacation on Ha Long Bay during their journey to explore Vietnam.

Explaining the reason for choosing this destination, Carlos Olivo shared: "When we knew we were planning to travel to Vietnam, our friends all advised us to go to Ha Long Bay because it is a World Natural Heritage and has very beautiful scenery.

Not only that, the itinerary is designed to balance adventure and relaxation, the service here is also extremely professional and high quality. Indeed, we had wonderful, memorable experiences."

The 3 millionth international tourist experienced an exciting journey in Quang Ninh. (Source: BQN)

Safe, friendly, hospitable destination

The remaining two months of the year are considered by Quang Ninh as the final stage to complete the goal of welcoming 19 million tourists for the whole year, including 3.5 million international visitors. Therefore, on this occasion, the province has planned to organize many events to promote attracting domestic and international tourists such as: SuperFest 2024 Music Festival, Quang Ninh Culinary Festival...

The units have planned to organize many attractive cultural, tourism and sports events such as: Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2024 (November 2024); Asian Police Taekwondo Open Competition and music event to promote the tournament (December 2024); activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Ha Long Bay being recognized as a World Natural Heritage (December 2024).

In addition, the units are also researching to organize a number of sports tournaments such as marathon, pickle ball, chess... or the 2024 Quang Ninh Province Ethnic Minority Women's Football Championship and the 2024 Quang Ninh Province Ethnic Minority Sports Tournament in Binh Lieu District.

In the fourth quarter of 2024, the province also aims to attract 3.36 million visitors, of which international visitors need to reach 909,000, with total tourism revenue reaching over VND 9,600 billion.

According to the Quang Ninh Department of Tourism, to realize this goal, the province has focused on propaganda, promotion and attracting visitors. In particular, conveying the message "Quang Ninh - rapid recovery after the storm, continuing to be a safe, friendly and hospitable destination" as well as encouraging Quang Ninh people to travel to Quang Ninh.

In addition, localities, departments, branches and units continue to focus on cleaning up the landscape and environment in coastal areas and tourist areas; pay attention to ensuring the tourism environment, developing new products to attract visitors; soon put into operation 3 beaches Soi Sim, Hang Co, Trinh Nu on Ha Long Bay; organize art performances combined with light parties in some qualified caves on the Bay; identify 7 pristine island areas and beaches for the billionaire and super-luxury segment of 1% of the world's population.

At the same time, diversify autumn and winter tourism products, develop four-season tourism; promote cruise tourism.

Mr. Luong The Tuyen, Deputy Director of Viet Thuan Transport Company Limited, reported good news that in the last two months of 2024, the company had a stable number of bookings, mainly international guests, notably guests from the US, Australia, Europe and East Asia.

"We will also organize festival programs to bring more diverse and novel experiences to visitors. Through media and social networks, we strongly promote the brand image of the unit. At the same time, we participate in promotion in international markets," Mr. Tuyen emphasized.

With the joint efforts of local authorities, businesses and people, Quang Ninh is becoming a regional and international tourism center, a cultural industrial center with high-class resorts with a synchronous and modern infrastructure system, diverse, unique and high-quality tourism products, strong brands and global appeal.

Source: https://baoquocte.vn/quang-ninh-phat-trien-xung-tam-vi-tri-trung-tam-du-lich-quoc-te-292759.html