The data originates from an annual report produced by global market research company Euromonitor International in collaboration with data company Lighthouse, with Ho Chi Minh City ranked 85th and Hanoi at 98th.

The Saigon Central Post Office in the city’s downtown.

Experts worldwide evaluated and scored cities based on 55 metrics across six criteria: economic and business performance; tourism performance; tourism infrastructure; tourism policy and attractiveness; health and safety, and sustainability.

Paris clinched the top spot for the third consecutive year, followed by Dubai in second place. Tokyo made its debut in the top 10, securing the fourth position after Madrid, thanks to enhanced tourism infrastructure.

Completing the top 10 were Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, New York, Barcelona, and London.

Paris clinched the top spot for the third consecutive year, followed by Dubai in second place. Tokyo made its debut in the top 10, securing the fourth position after Madrid, thanks to enhanced tourism infrastructure.

Completing the top 10 were Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, New York, Barcelona, and London.

Europe dominated the rankings, with seven cities in the top 10 and a total of 63 in the top 100.

In the top 20, Asia shined with Singapore at 11th, Seoul at 14th, Osaka at 16th, and Hong Kong at 17th.

Other Southeast Asian countries acknowledged in the top 100 include Thailand and Malaysia, with Bangkok at 33rd, Phuket at 80th, Pattaya-Chonburi at 84th, and Johor Bahru at 87th.

According to the report, global travel has shown a significant recovery in 2023, with the number of international trips projected to reach 1.3 billion by the close of 2023, contributing to approximately $1.7 trillion in world tourism spending.

In terms of international arrivals for 2023, Istanbul claimed the top spot, followed by London and Dubai.

Hong Kong and Bangkok experienced remarkable year-on-year growth rates. Hong Kong saw a 2,495% increase and Bangkok experienced a 142% rise.

German firms consider Vietnam potential destination: Survey

The German Chamber of Commerce Abroad (AHK) in Vietnam on November 21 released its AHK World Business Outlook – Fall 2023, which highlights Vietnam as a promising investment destination for German businesses.

Attractive tourist destinations in Bac Giang

BAC GIANG - Bac Giang has many popular tourist attractions such as: Western Yen Tu scenic spot, Truc Lam Phuong Hoang Zen Monastery, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, Bo Da Pagoda, Yen The Uprising Relics, Xuong Giang Temple, Suoi Ecotourism Site... attracting a large number of visitors from near and far.

Bac Giang, attractive destination for investor

Bac Giang province is located in the northeastern Vietnam on the economic corridor of Nanning (China)- Lang Son- Hanoi and Hai Phong which is 50 kilometers from Hanoi capital and Noi Bai airport, 110 kilometers from Huu Nghi border gate and 130 kilometers from Hai Phong seaport and Cai Lan deep seaport (in Quang Ninh province). The province has become a highlight in economic growth in Vietnam especially investment and foreign direct investment attraction.

Turning Yen Tu into nation’s leading spiritual tourist destination

The Yen Tu Complex of Monuments and Landscapes, known as the ancestral land of Vietnam’s Truc Lam Zen Buddhism, was recognised as a special national relic site by the Government. Therefore, turning Yen Tu into a national cultural and spiritual tourism centre is one of the long-term and sustainable development directions that is receiving attention and investment from Quang Ninh Province and Uong Bi City.

Mui Ne among world's 6 budget travel destinations for autumn: Booking.com

Dutch online travel agency Booking.com has named the beach resort city of Mui Ne one of the six cheapest destinations in the world for an autumn holiday.

Source: VnExpress