Tourism activities were vibrant across the capital from April 30 to May 4, reaffirming Hanoi’s reputation as a safe, friendly, and attractive destination.

In preparation, the department had issued several key directives to ensure traffic safety and smooth travel, while also rolling out promotional tourism programmes.

During the period, Hanoi welcomed an estimated 875,200 visitors, up 18.64% from the same period last year. Of these, 136,190 were international arrivals, a year-on-year rise of 55.35%. Total tourism revenue is estimated at VND3.15 trillion (US$121.1 million), up 25.21%.

Demand for travel and accommodation surged, with 4- to 5-star hotels nearing full occupancy. Retail and dining services also recorded significant growth in customer numbers and revenue.

A wide array of cultural events took place citywide, while localities introduced new tourism products to attract visitors. Hanoi also distributed 110,000 gift packages to visitors to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and conducted inspections at major tourist sites, all of which were found to be well-managed and compliant with safety and hygiene regulations.

With strong coordination and planning, Hanoi reaffirmed its image as a “safe – friendly – high-quality – attractive” destination, said the Tourism Department.

Influx of holidaymakers fuels impressive growth of tourism, aviation industries

VOV.VN - A high influx of holidaymakers flocking to destinations and landmarks across the country, especially Ho Chi Minh City, during the April 30 and May 1 holiday period this year has signaled positive trends for Vietnam’s tourism and aviation industries.