According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Le Thanh, Director of Khanh Hoa Province’s Department of Tourism, during this year’s National Day holiday, the number of visitors to the locality slightly increased compared to the same period last year, mainly during the three days from August 31 to September 2.
Specifically, during the four-day holiday, Khanh Hoa Province welcomed more than 175,000 staying guests (a roughly 15% increase from 2023), with a total revenue of VND 756.3 billion. Notably, the average room occupancy rate of accommodation establishments was around 70.86%. Among them, areas such as Bai Dai, Doc Let, and all-inclusive resorts on the islands had occupancies ranging from 70% to over 90%.
The leadership of Khanh Hoa Province’s Department of Tourism shared that this year’s extended four-day holiday for September 2 and favorable weather conditions greatly encouraged people to go sightseeing, experience local cuisine, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere to conclude the summer and prepare children for a new school year.
In fact, as many families and companies had already traveled during the summer months, there was a tendency for tourists to opt for nearby destinations.
Nha Trang is one of the most attractive destinations in Khanh Hoa Province. Photo: TP
According to the assessment of the Khanh Hoa Province’s Department of Tourism, the increase in airfare affected the choices of domestic tourists. However, with the smooth highway from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, tourists from the southern provinces found it very convenient to travel to Khanh Hoa Province by road.
Specifically, according to the report of the Department of Tourism of Khanh Hoa province, from August 31 to September 3, Cam Ranh International Airport served about 450 flights and about 76,845 passengers (up 8% compared to the same period in 2023). Of these, there were 196 domestic flights with 28,790 passengers and 254 international flights with 48,055 passengers. South Korea and China remain the primary markets for tourism in Khanh Hoa Province. Notably, domestic tourists to Khanh Hoa mainly traveled by road and used personal vehicles.
The Charm of Khanh Hoa Tourism
VinWonders Nha Trang offers a range of world-class entertainment services. Photo: KH
Despite the absence of major events during this National Day holiday, Khanh Hoa Province still attracted a large number of tourists thanks to its diverse ecosystem of products. Beach vacations, nightlife, and entertainment activities organized by tourist areas have contributed to the locality’s appeal.
Shows such as “Stunt show: Rise of Ocean Princess”, “Tata Show”, and the circus performance “Chuyến du hà nh kỳ thú” (The Amazing Journey) have become highlights at VinWonders and Vinpearl Harbour Nha Trang. Additionally, recreational activities at Ana Marina Yacht Harbor and night sea tours on yachts like Sea Life and Emperor have attracted many tourists.
Khanh Hoa Province boasts a variety of delectable dishes that attract tourists. Photo: BHX
To enhance tourism management before, during, and after the National Day holiday, the Department of Tourism of Khanh Hoa Province conducted inspections of 15 enterprises in the province, including 10 accommodation service providers and 5 travel businesses. Additionally, they organized inspections of 11 accommodation establishments and several service providers on Nha Trang Bay.
Despite the large number of tourists, security, and safety during the National Day holiday were ensured. Tourism businesses complied with regulations on fire prevention and fighting, security and order, food safety, etc. However, traffic congestion persisted in the center of Nha Trang City during peak hours.
From the beginning of the year until now, the accommodation establishments in Khanh Hoa Province have served over 8 million tourists, an increase of more than 61% compared to the same period in 2023. Tourism revenue in the province is estimated at over VND 39.5 trillion, up 65.3% from 2023, and nearly reaching the plan for the whole year. Among these, there were over 3.2 million international visitors, 2.6 times higher than the previous year, and exceeding the yearly plan by 6.7%; domestic visitors were estimated at 4.8 million, an increase of 29%.
The Deputy Prime Minister: Investing in the Nha Trang – Da Lat Expressway Must Be a Top Priority
Vice Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha affirmed the importance of the Nha Trang – Dalat expressway project, stating that it is a crucial investment for the region’s economic development. He emphasized that with proper planning and execution, the project has the potential to bring about significant economic growth not only for the respective localities but also for the entire region.
Airlines Witness a Surge in Air Travel During the National Day Holiday
This National Day holiday, Vietnamese airlines transported over 531,000 passengers on more than 2,700 flights, a 12% decrease compared to the same period in 2023.
“A Business in Nha Trang Returns 11 Billion VND in Land Rent”
A leading investment enterprise in the Cam Ranh Peninsula tourist area has now paid back over 11 billion VND in land lease fees for a project that was previously exempt from taxes by the Khanh Hoa provincial government for 10 years.
“Khánh Hòa: A Tourism Boom Over the 2/9 Holidays, Bringing in Over VND 750 Billion in Revenue.”
Over the four-day National Day holiday, from August 31st to September 3rd, Khanh Hoa province welcomed approximately 175,000 tourists, generating tourism revenue of over 750 billion VND. This impressive figure marks a 15% increase compared to the previous year’s 2nd of September holiday period.
Revolutionizing Rail: A Holiday Boon for Vietnam’s Railways
On the afternoon of September 3, the Danang City Tourism Department announced that the number of visitors arriving by train had reached approximately 10,600, a significant increase of over 42% compared to the same period last year. Notably, there was a substantial rise in the number of passengers traveling by train from neighboring localities.
