This year, the National Day holiday in Vietnam will last for four days. Vietnamese tourists have shown a preference for international destinations within the Asia-Pacific region, while many have also booked domestic tours close to the holiday date.
Recently, the booking platform Booking.com released a list of the top 10 domestic and top 10 international destinations most favored by Vietnamese travelers during the 2/9 holiday. The data is based on searches, bookings, and check-ins from August 31 to September 3.
Varun Grover, the Country Director of Booking.com Vietnam, mentioned that the 2/9 holiday provides families with an opportunity to enjoy memorable time together before the new school year begins.
This year’s travel trends reveal that Vietnamese travelers are seeking vacations that offer a mix of experiences, ranging from cultural exploration to relaxation at mountain resorts and sunny beaches.
The statistics indicate that Vietnamese tourists tend to choose experiences that combine both relaxation and discovery.
Da Lat remains the most popular domestic destination, thanks to its beautiful landscapes, cool climate, romantic and peaceful atmosphere, and delicious cuisine. Da Lat has held the top spot as the most visited destination by Vietnamese travelers during the National Day holiday for five consecutive years.
Other destinations in the top 10 include Da Nang, Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Sa Pa, and Hue.
Phan Thiet appears in the rankings for the first time, partly due to the newly opened Dau Giay – Phan Thiet expressway, which makes travel more convenient and reduces travel time.
Da Lat is a domestic destination that attracts the attention of tourists. Photo: Linh Trang
As for international destinations, given the limited four-day holiday, Vietnamese tourists have primarily chosen destinations within the Asia-Pacific region, avoiding longer flights.
Bangkok, Thailand, is the most popular city, followed by Tokyo (Japan), Seoul (South Korea), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Singapore, Hong Kong (China), Taipei (Taiwan, China), Sydney (Australia), Bali (Indonesia), and Chiang Mai (Thailand).
These destinations are known for their vibrant tourism scenes, diverse experiences, rich cuisine, and convenient shopping.
Ms. Thuy Tran, CEO of Vivu Journeys Vietnam, noted that there is significant interest in well-known domestic destinations such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Da Lat. Other popular leisure destinations include Con Dao, Ly Son, Phu Quoc, and Sa Pa.
“Tour costs and holiday packages for the 2/9 holiday may cool down compared to recent major holidays like Tet and April 30, thanks to a slight decrease in airfare. However, this decrease depends on the timing of the booking and the popularity of the destination.
Typically, customers can find better deals if they book early and are flexible with their travel dates. However, if they book during the peak holiday period, airfare will still be quite high,” Ms. Thuy said.
Mr. Bui Thanh Tu, Marketing Director of Best Price Travel Company, informed VietNamNet that about three weeks before the 2/9 holiday, the company’s mid-range to high-end international tours to Japan, South Korea, and China were already fully booked.
These tours typically depart on August 29, 30, or 31 and have a five-day, four-night itinerary. Tour costs during the 2/9 holiday are about 20% higher than usual.
For domestic tours, Mr. Tu noted that travelers tend to book closer to the date. Prices for domestic tours during this holiday have not fluctuated much compared to the same period last year and have cooled down compared to the April 30 – May 1 holiday this year.
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Source: Vietnam Insider