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Vietnam has many advantages to attract cruise tourists, thanks to its favorable geographical location on the region's maritime transport routes, its long coastline with thousands of islands, and numerous famous scenic spots and ancient cultural and historical relics.
Giant, magnificent cruise ships, like floating cities on the sea, are becoming increasingly common in Vietnamese ports. The sound of ship horns, mingled with the lively laughter and chatter of passengers, creates a bustling and colorful scene. In recent years, cruise tourism in Vietnam has witnessed remarkable growth.
In recent times, cruise tourism in Vietnam has been experiencing strong growth.
In just the first 10 months of 2024, a series of luxury international cruise ships such as Europa, Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Millennium, Spectrum of the Seas... docked in Vietnam, bringing thousands of tourists to explore the country's beauty. Tourists arriving in Vietnam by cruise ship not only enjoy a relaxing vacation but also have the opportunity to participate in many exciting activities such as exploring world cultural heritage sites, savoring unique cuisine, experiencing water sports, or simply relaxing on white sandy beaches.
A large number of tourists with high spending power.
On October 26th, the Quantum of the Seas cruise ship, carrying over 2,000 passengers, docked at Phu My port for a visit to Ho Chi Minh City and Ba Ria Vung Tau. With a diverse program, tourists can choose from various itineraries such as coffee experiences, food tours, cycling to explore the countryside, and cooking classes. All itineraries are meticulously designed to ensure convenience and high-class experiences for high-spending guests from Europe, America, Australia, and other countries.
Earlier, on October 25th, Saigontourist Travel Service Company welcomed over 3,000 international tourists from the Celebrity Millennium cruise ship to Chan May port (Hue), and the ship will continue to dock at Phu My port (Ba Ria - Vung Tau) on the morning of October 27th.
Besides familiar destinations, many other locations are also attracting the attention of cruise ships. Not long ago, the international cruise ship Resorts World One, carrying over 2,200 international tourists, docked at Con Dao port. This was the first international cruise ship to return to Con Dao in 25 years (since 1999).
With this type of tourism, international visitors have the opportunity to experience diverse cultures, heritage, and stunning natural landscapes at prominent destinations in Central Vietnam, from Hue and Da Nang to Hoi An, and explore the vibrant destinations of Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau, and the Southwestern provinces. There's also the chance to welcome cruise ships carrying high-spending tourists to Vietnam. According to travel agencies responsible for receiving cruise ships in Vietnam, cruise tourism is one of the luxury tourism segments, attracting many international visitors with high spending power.
The increasing number of cruise ships and international tourists visiting Vietnam demonstrates the enormous potential of this type of tourism.
Cruise ships are often renowned for their luxury, featuring duty-free shopping areas, restaurants, and bars that surpass even 5-star resorts. Vietnam is becoming a popular stopover for many international cruise ships.
The development of cruise tourism not only contributes to the growth of the tourism industry but also promotes the development of many other economic sectors such as accommodation services, restaurants, transportation, and handicrafts. This has significantly contributed to enhancing Vietnam's position on the world tourism map. With its enormous potential, cruise tourism is expected to continue to develop strongly in the future, helping to make Vietnam one of the leading destinations for cruise tourism in the world.
