Billionaire Bill Gates has just taken a personal trip to Da Nang, after attending the wedding of billionaire Ambani’s son in India. This is Bill Gates’ return to Vietnam after nearly two decades.
Bill Gates and Paula Hurd at the lavish party in India
Bill Gates first visited Vietnam in 2006 on a business trip and arranged some IT-related deals. He also visited Tu Son district, Bac Ninh province and experienced the local culture such as betel nut chewing and listening to Quan Ho traditional singing.
This short trip highlighted Bill Gates’ deep interest in exploring diverse cultures and supporting technological advancements worldwide. Notably, Bill Gates promised that the next time he visits Vietnam, it will definitely be a fantastic vacation.
The 69-year-old billionaire is the co-founder of Microsoft Corporation. He is consistently listed as one of the richest people in the world and is considered one of the pioneers of the computer revolution in the 1970s and 1980s. As of March 2024, Bill Gates has a net worth of $149 billion and ranks as the 5th richest person in the world.
During this visit to Vietnam, he spent about 5 days in Da Nang, staying at a luxurious 5-star resort in Son Tra district.
Billionaire Bill Gates and his girlfriend Paula Hurd take a commemorative photo after enjoying tea on Ban Co peak, on the evening of March 6
There are individuals whose every step is closely watched by the world, and one of those people is Bill Gates. In recent days, the keywords “Da Nang” and “Vietnam” have been searched more despite Mr. Gates’ discreet itinerary. Notably, according to Google Trends, at the time of March 6th, the term “Bill Gates Da Nang” ranked 13 out of 25 rapidly increasing global phrases related to the keyword “Bill Gates”.
Images of his private jet worth $70 million parked at Da Nang airport, images of Bill Gates and his girlfriend playing tennis or enjoying Vietnamese tea on Ban Co peak have been circulated all over the world.
In reality, when famous personalities go anywhere, besides business factors, their highest concern is safety and the destination must embody high human values. Meeting such requirements is not easy.
Bill Gates choosing Da Nang as a destination and the Son Tra peninsula as a place to stay is not only a sign of his personal interest in Vietnam, but also carries a clear message: Vietnam with its beautiful nature is an ideal destination for travelers worldwide, and moreover, a high-end destination.
The Indian billionaire couple reserved an entire 5-star resort in Da Nang to hold their extravagant wedding
Previously, Vietnam has hosted numerous international visitors, including politicians and famous artists. Da Nang, Halong, and Phu Quoc are destinations for extravagant weddings of Indian billionaires… These are evidence of Vietnam’s increasing attractiveness as a top destination for entertainment for all people, from ordinary to upper-class segments.
In 2024, Vietnam aims to welcome about 17-18 million international visitors and there are many opportunities. The service products are getting better after the Covid-19 pandemic and this is an opportunity to bounce back, restore both human resources and services.
If we can leverage the images from the trips of famous people, Vietnam will gain brand recognition. Understanding this matter simply means that billionaires and internationally famous personalities have great influence. When they come to Vietnam, the destinations will be more well-known to many people. Once customers have a clearer understanding of a destination, it is easier to reach them.
Bill Gates’ visit to Da Nang is not only spending money to enjoy high-end services, but also helps promote the image of Vietnam in general, and Da Nang and Son Tra in particular. This move has been mentioned by the media and the online community around the world, even though it was a silent trip. This gesture helps promote the beautiful nature and friendly people of Vietnam.
The sharing of the billionaire Bill Gates’ private jet and activities in Da Nang
Answering the press, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoai An, Deputy Director of Da Nang Tourism Department, also said that billionaires often create influence and set trends that lead tourism emotions, habits, and consumption. The fact that Bill Gates chose the city as a resort rather than for business or charity purposes shows that the city’s tourism signals are heading in the right direction for attracting high-quality guests.
This is not only evidence of the city’s ability to meet strict standards of service quality but also a good opportunity to promote the tourism image and business opportunities, introducing localities to the upper class.
To exploit effectively, attract more billionaire and wealthy guests, we need to continue building leading brands, developing high-quality tourism products to “create memories” for tourists, and upgrading the supply chains into tourism value chains.
In particular, the service quality must be world-class, distinctive, and must study the psychology of high-income groups in order to attract them. To have such differentiation, we must exploit the unique cultural and natural values of each region and area.
Clearly, Bill Gates’ visit to Vietnam has brought with it the message of a new opportunity, and the question that remains lies with us…
