The Mekong Delta: The Mekong Delta, one of Vietnam’s key tourism regions, has worked hard in developing new products and promoting its offerings this year, achieving impressive results in visitor numbers and revenue from tourism and related services. In 2024, the region welcomed over 52 million visitors, generating more than 62 trillion VND (2.44 billion USD) in revenue. Can Tho city, the regional urban hub, hosted approximately 6.3 million tourists, earning nearly 6.23 trillion VND. Kien Giang province, meanwhile, attracted over 9.8 million visitors, an annual increase of 15.6%, with total revenue exceeding 25 trillion VND, up nearly 44% year-on-year. An Giang, Ca Mau, and Dong Thap provinces recorded 9 million, 2.15 million, and 4.2 million tourist arrivals, respectively.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the Mekong Delta’s impressive growth in tourism is a result of strategic efforts in enhancing its tourist offerings and effective promotional activities. The significant increase in visitor numbers and revenue underscores the region’s growing appeal as a tourism destination. The efforts have not only focused on attracting new visitors but also on improving the overall experience for tourists, which has contributed to the region’s economic growth.
The results from Can Tho city and Kien Giang province highlight the central role these areas play in the region’s tourism industry. Can Tho city’s success in drawing millions of tourists showcases its importance as an urban hub, while Kien Giang’s substantial year-on-year revenue increase reflects its rising popularity. Other provinces like An Giang, Ca Mau, and Dong Thap also show promising trends, with millions of tourist arrivals contributing to the region’s overall success.
This upward trend in the Mekong Delta’s tourism sector is expected to continue as the region invests in further development and promotion. The sustained growth in visitor numbers and revenue will likely have positive impacts on local economies, creating opportunities for businesses and communities involved in the tourism industry.