MEKONG DELTA SEES 17.6% RISE IN TOURIST ARRIVALS IN H1

Tourists are seen at Cam Mountain in An Giang Province - PHOTO: DUONG VIET ANH

HCMC – Vietnam’s Mekong Delta saw more than 35.19 million tourist arrivals in the first six months of 2025, up 17.6% from a year earlier, according to the Mekong Delta Tourism Association.

The figure includes over two million international visitors, surging 53.4% year-on-year. Domestic travelers accounted for around 33 million, up 16%.

Tourism revenue in the region reached more than VND53.88 trillion, a 54.5% rise from the same period last year.

At a meeting held on July 9 in Can Tho City to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Vietnam’s tourism sector, the association reported notable growth in both domestic and international visitor numbers, as well as tourism revenue.

Speaking at the event, Cao Thi Ngoc Lan, standing vice chairwoman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, called on Mekong Delta provinces and cities to develop action plans aligned with sustainable tourism goals. She emphasized the need for green tourism development, digital transformation, and the adoption of information technology in tourism management and operations.

Lan also encouraged localities to invest in distinctive tourism services, particularly ecotourism, community-based tourism, and green tourism. Building a professional and culturally rich image of the Mekong Delta was highlighted as a key strategy to enhance the region’s appeal to both domestic and international travelers.

Also at the event, 29 destinations across the region were recognized with awards and certificates for their tourism performance in 2025.

Source: The Saigon Times