A group of veteran tourists visit the Independence Palace on the occasion of the April 30th holiday.
Every local resident and tourist is a tourism "ambassador".
Amidst the celebratory atmosphere marking this historic milestone for the nation, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism has officially launched a series of special activities aimed at strongly promoting the city's image to both local residents and domestic and international tourists.
According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa, Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism, since 2024, the Department has conducted surveys and developed special tour programs linked to historical and revolutionary sites, heritage, and local culture.
These factors have contributed to the vibrant image of tourism in Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City. Developing tourism stimulus programs and implementing a city tourism promotion campaign that attracts the participation of every citizen with the message "Every citizen is a tourism ambassador," ready to accompany and send warm, hospitable greetings to domestic and international friends during this important "welcoming" occasion.
Through this, visitors can "find the true essence, experience the true feeling" on their journey of exploring the city. This is also how Ho Chi Minh City proudly recounts its 50-year journey of remarkable development - honoring its glorious past and affirming its position as a modern, dynamic, and vibrant metropolis, ready to welcome visitors from all over the world .
“Recognizing this as a once-in-a-50-year opportunity to promote tourism, Ho Chi Minh City has not only improved existing products but also launched a series of new ones, offering the most impressive and beautiful experiences for tourists. The goal is for each visitor to not only return but also become a genuine tourism ambassador, promoting the image of Ho Chi Minh City to friends around the world. It's not simply about keeping tourists in the city longer, encouraging them to spend more, and ensuring their satisfaction. We also see this as an opportunity to spread the image of the city's people and culture across the globe, fostering cultural exchange and attracting investment through tourism, thus contributing to Ho Chi Minh City's rise in the new era of the nation,” Ms. Hoa affirmed.
A group of young tourists on the Legend of Heroes tour.
Cultural and historical tours attract many visitors.
On this occasion, many tourism businesses have introduced a series of cultural and historical tours, ranging from short trips within the city to longer journeys connecting with neighboring localities.
In particular, the tours are designed to suit a wide range of tourists, combining visits to historical sites with hands-on experiences, giving visitors a deeper understanding of the nation's history.
In addition, themed city tours linked to museums, architectural heritage, and nighttime sightseeing programs have been revamped, aiming to vividly tell the story of the city's 50-year history and development.
According to a representative from Saigontourist Travel, tours to historical sites, revolutionary landmarks, and new attractions in Ho Chi Minh City have become top choices, attracting a large number of locals and tourists.
This includes the tour series "50 Years - Returning to the Beloved South," specially designed to pay tribute to the soldiers who achieved the great victory of Spring 1975. Since March, it has served more than 100 groups nationwide.
To meet the needs of tourists, the company has expanded its range of specialized tours to the Cu Chi Tunnels, Can Gio, Binh Chanh, Thu Duc, and neighboring provinces, combining visits with encounters with historical witnesses. Onboard, you'll hear untold stories; beneath your feet lies sacred land, places where history is recorded; and in your heart, a burning pride that will never fade.
Ms. Tran Thi Bao Thu, Director of Marketing and Communications at Vietluxtour Travel Company, said that in keeping with the momentous occasion of the nation's anniversary, Vietluxtour launched a series of cultural and historical tours of Saigon from the beginning of March 2024, which have attracted a great deal of interest from tourists.
Particularly popular are the tours "Saigon Cultural Commandoes," "Saigon Past and Present" combined with a visit to Metro Line 1, and "Legends of the Heroes" (Sác Forest Special Forces - The Iron Land of the Bronze Citadel), which are favored by both international and domestic tourists.
"The most interested and frequent bookings for this type of tour come from corporate groups, organizations combining sightseeing with activities related to cultural heritage, and family groups. In particular, this type of tour also receives a lot of attention from young tourists, including students."
"These products are designed not only to highlight the unique and glorious history of the city but also to be in line with current trends, so they quickly attract the attention of the public and tourists," Ms. Thu added.
In addition, Vietluxtour continuously updates its range of city tours and offers a special 15% discount for domestic and international tourists booking tours during the April 30th holiday.
The company also regularly incorporates the city's cultural, artistic, and culinary programs and events into its tours to enhance their uniqueness and appeal.
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is also developing new tourism products, linked to the depth of culture and history, in order to create a special mark for the 50th anniversary of the reunification of the country.
From April 20th to June 10th, Ho Chi Minh City's tourism industry also launched a large-scale tourism stimulus program with the simultaneous participation of hundreds of tourism businesses, offering extensive incentives.
Source: Culture Newspaper
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