Unveiling VITM Hanoi 2024: A Hub for Global and Local Tourism Offers

The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) 2024 has officially opened in Hanoi, marking a significant annual event that continues to attract tourism enthusiasts and industry professionals from around the world. This year’s edition boasts an impressive expansion, featuring over 450 booths, with more than 20% representing international participants. Cao Thi Ngoc Lan, the deputy head of the organising committee, highlighted the event’s growth and the diverse opportunities it presents for networking and exploring a variety of tourism products.

Exclusive Deals and Cultural Showcases

Visitors to VITM 2024 can look forward to a plethora of promotional offers aimed at enhancing their travel experiences. These include discounted airfares, affordable accommodations, and special rates on tour packages. Notably, Vietluxtour Travel is offering significant reductions on their domestic tours, with discounts ranging between VND1 million and VND1.5 million per person. Their outbound tours are seeing even greater reductions, slashing prices by VND2 million to VND3 million depending on the destination.

Adding to the allure, the director of Pan American Travel, Ngo Van Thoa, revealed that early birds booking tours could benefit from discounts up to VND20 million across 28 routes covering nearly 50 countries. Moreover, Vietravel has introduced its most substantial stimulus program of the year, offering up to 40% off on 60 different package tours, potentially transforming the travel landscape for numerous adventurers.

The fair also places a significant emphasis on local products through the One commune, One Product (OCOP) initiative, which showcases unique items from various regions across Vietnam, thus promoting local crafts and specialties alongside international tourism.

Ho An Phong, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, expressed optimism about the mart’s role in revitalising domestic tourism and enhancing business opportunities. He emphasised the potential for increased tourism linkages across different regions of the country, underscoring the government’s support in fostering a dynamic environment for the tourism industry. VITM Hanoi 2024 is set to be a cornerstone event that not only celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of Vietnam but also reinforces its position as a key player in the global tourism arena.