(NLĐO) - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism's 2025 tourism stimulus program includes many diverse activities and events, with discounts of up to 50% on products and services.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has just issued a tourism stimulus program for 2025 with the theme "Vietnam - Travel to Love" and implemented Government Resolutions No. 11/NQ-CP and No. 25/NQ-CP.
International tourists arriving in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hoang Trieu
According to Resolution 11, visa exemption for entry with a temporary stay of 45 days from the date of entry for tourism purposes for citizens of the Republic of Poland, the Czech Republic, and the Swiss Confederation, as stipulated in Resolution No. 11/NQ-CP, will be implemented from March 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, to stimulate tourism development.
Citizens of the three aforementioned countries entering Vietnam must meet the following conditions: entry requirements under the unilateral visa exemption scheme as stipulated in the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam; a passport valid for at least six months; and travel under a program organized by a Vietnamese international travel service business, with confirmation of participation in the tour program.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced that it will coordinate with other ministries, sectors, and localities to guide businesses in implementing Resolution No. 11/NQ-CP and the tourism stimulus program in 2025. Simultaneously, it will strengthen communication and promotion to attract international tourists to Vietnam, as well as organize programs to introduce Vietnamese tourist destinations in the Republic of Poland, the Czech Republic, and the Swiss Confederation, and a Vietnam Culture and Tourism Week in Poland and the Czech Republic to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Vietnam.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism also requested the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of National Defense to create favorable conditions for welcoming tourists into Vietnam in accordance with Resolution No. 11/NQ-CP, allowing them to enter through international border gates; and for airlines to increase connections and facilitate services for international tourists.
Welcoming 22-23 million international visitors.
The 2025 tourism stimulus program, with its diverse activities, events, and content, will contribute to achieving the target of 22-23 million international visitors and 120-130 million domestic visitors this year. This will create momentum for growth in subsequent years, meeting the requirements for accelerated and breakthrough development of the tourism industry.
The 2025 tourism stimulus program offers many incentives in terms of price and service, enhancing the tourist experience. Accordingly, tourist areas, attractions, historical sites, and scenic spots will waive or reduce entrance fees for tourists in accordance with the law.
Products and services such as tourist transportation, accommodation, food and beverage, entertainment, shopping, and healthcare are offered with discounts of up to 50%, depending on the specific service category and applicable conditions as announced by tourism businesses, transportation companies, and service providers in accordance with regulations.
Many activities and events were organized to attract tourists. Among them were notable events such as: major national events like the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and the reunification of the country.
In addition, cooperation and linkages between destinations and service products to create stimulus packages for tourists will also be promoted. Localities, associations, and businesses will proactively develop and sell integrated tourism product packages.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/bo-vh-tt-dl-cong-bo-chuong-trinh-kich-cau-du-lich-viet-nam-di-de-yeu-196250227200818156.htm
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