According to the UnivDatos, visa liberalization, growing international arrivals, rising middle-class spending, infrastructure development, digital transformation in travel services, government tourism initiatives, eco-tourism demand, and expansion of low-cost airlines are driving the Vietnam Tourism market. As per their “Vietnam Tourism Market” report, the Vietnam market was valued at USD ~32,960 million in 2024, growing at a CAGR of about 12.50% during the forecast period from 2025 - 2033 to reach USD million by 2033.

The tourism sector in Vietnam is projecting towards a new period of development, which depends on the strong recovery of international tourists and the vibrant local tourism market, as well as strategic investment in the transport and hospitality sectors. As international tourists surpassed 17.5 million in 2024 and domestic travellers surpassed 110 million, the country has found its name included again in Southeast Asia as one of the most vivacious travel markets in the region. The essence of this revival is the emergence of air travel growth, geographically specific investments, and dynamic functions of leading tour operators and brands in hospitality.

The Air Travel Became an Engine of Growth

Vietnam has been experiencing a rapid increase in air connectivity, making it a major contributor to tourist recovery. Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, and other airlines are opening new domestic and international routes at an alarming rate. This has further promoted inbound travel because the government has waived or relaxed visa requirements on some of the key source markets like South Korea, Japan, and some European countries.

v The Vietnamese Government issued Resolution No. 44/NQ-CP dated March 7, 2025, on visa exemptions for citizens from 12 countries across the world. These countries include Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Russia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.

v According to the resolution, citizens of the countries will not be required to obtain visas when visiting Vietnam in a temporary stay of up to 45 days since the date of arrival in the country, in any form of passport, and irrespective of the purpose of the entry.

Air travel is the fastest expanding mode of transport in the Vietnamese tourism sector, not only in terms of international traveling, but also in domestic tourism linking major destinations such as Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh cities. Moreover, under-construction airports, such as the Long Thanh International Airport that is close to Ho Chi Minh City, are also believed to boost passenger carrying capacity considerably and foster tourism development.

v In May 2025, Airports Corporation of Vietnam stated that the construction of a second runway at Long Thanh International Airport is scheduled to commence by early June 2025, with project completion expected within 12 months, as per the Centre for Aviation.

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The three major regions in Vietnam, the Northern, Central, and Southern, are experiencing disparate growth journeys, supported by wise financial investments and shifting consumer travel preferences.

·        The South Vietnamese region, headlined by Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc Island, keeps dominating the marketplace on the basis of revenue and number of visitors. Ho Chi Minh City alone generated USD 303 million in tourism-related activities during the 2025 Tet Holidays due to nightlife, culinary tourism, and international events.

·        In Central Vietnam, such cities as Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hue are becoming powerful contenders. This area has become an attraction to cultural tourism, family tourism, and the burgeoning MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) sector.

·        Northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Sapa, and Ha Long Bay) is one of the most important regions when it comes to heritage, adventure, and nature-based tourism. Also, Hanoi generated USD 139 million in revenue during the 2025 Tet Holidays. These destinations are also being connected to the international market through improved transportation infrastructure, which includes expressways and enhanced rail lines.

Vietnam Tourism Gears Up for a Sustainable Growth Era

The tourism industry in Vietnam is steering towards strategic growth and development. The country has a robust air industry, regional-based investment trends, and policy changes by the government, such as visa waivers, to establish itself as a long-term regional pioneer in travel. Key destinations in the North, Central, and South are increasing their services in an attempt to attract more travelers. The introduction of improved connectivity, coupled with changes in consumer experiences, is not only rejuvenating the market but also transforming it. Vietnam has now positioned itself to lead the tourism recovery in Southeast Asia.

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