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Vietnam's tourism has been marked by numerous significant events throughout the year. Join Mytour as we look back at 2024 with the top 7 impressive sources of pride for the country.
1. The title of 'World's Leading Heritage Destination'
In 2024, the World Travel Awards declared Vietnam as the World's Leading Heritage Destination. This recognition, following previous honors in 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023, marks the fifth time Vietnam has won this prestigious award. This acknowledgment reinforces Vietnam's global tourism appeal, boasting stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The country is home to 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 15 intangible cultural heritages, and 10 documentary heritage designations.
2. The title of 'World's Leading Island & Beach Destination 2024'
Phu Quoc Island triumphed over fierce competitors to claim the title of 'World's Leading Island & Beach Destination 2024' at the 31st World Travel Awards. This is the third time Phu Quoc has been honored, cementing its reputation as a top destination. The island is known for its pristine natural beauty, with long white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and exceptional culinary experiences. It also offers historical and cultural landmarks alongside high-end resorts and luxurious services.
3. The title of 'World's Leading Tourist Town 2024'
Following its previous accolades at the World Travel Awards, Tam Dao (Vinh Phuc) has proudly earned the title of 'World's Leading Tourist Town 2024'. This northern district of Vinh Phuc, which won the same title in 2022, is once again recognized. Known for its year-round cool climate, Tam Dao offers a fulfilling experience with its stunning mountains and lush forests. Looking back at 2024, this recognition will motivate the area to sustain and further develop its tourism strengths sustainably.
4. Winning multiple ASEAN Tourism Awards 2024
The ASEAN Tourism Awards is an annual event celebrating regions and organizations with high-quality tourism products and services, promoting sustainable development across the region. At the 2024 awards ceremony, Vietnam proudly won 25 awards across 6 categories, including: ASEAN Green Hotel Award, ASEAN Clean City Award, ASEAN MICE Award for Meeting Rooms, ASEAN MICE Award for Exhibition Venues, ASEAN MICE Award for Event Venues, and the ASEAN Sustainable Tourism Award with a focus on Culinary Tourism.
5. Hosting the First International Conference on Rural Tourism by the United Nations World Tourism Organization
One of the key highlights of Vietnam's tourism in 2024 was hosting the First International Conference on Rural Tourism by the United Nations World Tourism Organization. The conference, held in December 2024 in Quang Nam, attracted over 300 delegates from 50 countries worldwide. This prestigious event provided a valuable opportunity for Vietnam to showcase its proactive role and credibility in international tourism organizations, while also promoting its rich rural tourism with strong national identity.
6. Recognition as Special National Heritage Sites
In 2024, the Prime Minister of Vietnam made the decision to designate 9 heritage sites as Special National Heritage Sites. The designation process was carried out in two phases, on July 18, 2024, and November 26, 2024, and includes the following:
Phase 1 (July 18, 2024):
(1) The archaeological site of Xom Trai Cave and Mai Da Lang in Lac Son District, Hoa Binh Province
(2) The archaeological site of Vinh Hung in Vinh Loi District, Bac Lieu Province
(3) The historical site of the Trương Định Revolt Locations in Go Cong Town, Go Cong Dong District, and Tan Phu Dong District, Tien Giang Province
Phase 2 (November 26, 2024):
(4) The architectural heritage site of the Tien Luc Temple, Pagoda, and Ancestor Worship Complex in Lang Giang District, Bac Giang Province
(5) The architectural heritage site of the Dinh Bang Communal House in Tu Son City, Bac Ninh Province
(6) The historical and architectural site of the Da Hoa – Da Trach Complex in Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province
(7) The historical site of the Tomb and Memorial Area of Le Huu Trac in Huong Son District, Ha Tinh Province
(8) The historical site of the Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea in Hai Phong City, Phu Yen Province, Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province, and Ca Mau Province
(9) The historical site of the 105mm Artillery Position of Battalion 805 in Dien Bien Phu City and Dien Bien District, Dien Bien Province
7. Recovery post-pandemic and becoming a key economic sector
Looking back at 2024, this year marks a remarkable recovery for Vietnam's tourism industry. With impressive figures and significant growth compared to the same period in 2023, international tourists to Vietnam reached nearly 17.5 million (up by 38.9%). Domestic tourists were estimated at 110 million (up by 1.6%). The total revenue from tourism was around 840,000 billion VND (an increase of 23.8%) according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism's official data.
These significant milestones have affirmed the crucial role of tourism in preserving and promoting cultural and historical values, contributing to the national economy. This will also serve as a foundation for more sustainable development in the coming years.
According to Mytour.vn
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Reference: Mytour.vn Travel Guide
Mytour.vnDecember 27, 2024
