Dubai - Da Nang flight route attracts international tourists to Vietnam to learn more

Nearly 30 representatives from leading travel companies in Europe and the Middle East gathered in Da Nang after the Dubai - Da Nang route was officially operated by Emirates Airlines from early June 2025. The opportunity to welcome high-class guests from all over the world, especially from Europe and the Middle East, opened up for Da Nang, as representatives of businesses all gave many compliments to the experiences in the Han River city.

“ The destination of unique experiences”

During the 3-day trip from June 20 to 23, the famtrip group of nearly 30 representatives from leading luxury travel companies in Europe and the Middle East was introduced to and experienced the most unique activities and destinations in Da Nang . Accordingly, the general assessment of the businesses is that Da Nang is a "city of surprises", with many different experiences and its own mark.

Representatives of European travel businesses watch fireworks displays at DIFF 2025.

During the 3 days in Da Nang, the travel agencies visited and enjoyed many destinations, including Sun World Ba Na Hills tourist area, My Khe beach, Dragon Bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda (Son Tra), My Son Sanctuary, Hoi An ancient town and Da Nang International Fireworks Festival - DIFF 2025. Most commented that these are impressive tourism products, "incomparable to anywhere else in the world ". In addition, the 5-star resorts where the group stayed such as InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Premier Village Danang... also impressed with their classy services combined with the incredible natural seascape of Da Nang.

“Da Nang is a perfect combination of nature and a modern city,” said Ahmed Alqasimi, Marketing Specialist at Sharaf Travel (UAE). From the perspective of a social media content creator, Ahmed believes that Da Nang will make a strong impression on Middle Eastern visitors, because everything is very different from other famous tourist destinations. “The city has unique experiences, like the cable car to Ba Na – I have never seen anything like that in my home country,” he said.

Experiencing Ba Na cable car and watching the sea of ​​clouds makes a strong impression on international visitors.

Sharing the same view, Mr. Ashfak Ahmed Mahboob Badsha, MICE Manager of Orient Travel (Dubai) also highly appreciated the cable car experience to the top of Ba Na when coming to Da Nang: “It is truly amazing. The feeling of being in the middle of clouds and fog is an unforgettable experience”. According to Ashfak, the cable car experience to Ba Na needs to be promoted more strongly to attract more international groups and corporate guests. “Because this experience is worth it”, Ashfak emphasized.

Ms. Janette Stefani, Product Manager of Let's Go Tours by Amathus of Cyprus - the company representing Emirates in Cyprus, was "eyes wide open" when experiencing the Ba Na cable car: "Our mouths were wide open throughout the journey because the scenery when crossing the mountains was so magnificent. This kind of beauty is hard to find in Europe", she emphasized.

Is Da Nang ready for a new wave of visitors?

The Emirates flight route from Dubai to Da Nang from June 2025 is predicted by many experts to be the "opening" of a boost, helping the city of the Han River prepare to welcome new waves of visitors.

Ms. Janette Stefani said that high-end tourists from Europe can now easily travel directly to Da Nang, without having to transit through Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. “This is very beneficial to attract a diverse range of customers from Europe, such as honeymooners or independent travelers. This destination is suitable for all types of tourists – from those interested in sustainable development to nature lovers, all are satisfied,” Janette commented.

She also said that Da Nang has a lot of potential to become a leading destination in the region, because it can exploit tourism all year round due to favorable weather, the city has a warm temperature and the top of Ba Na is cool.

Golden Bridge is considered by travel agencies to be very famous on social networks and is an icon attracting European tourists, especially young people.

Hasan Gidici, CEO of Global DMC, a Turkish company that sells around 25,000 tour packages to Europe and the Far East each year, said that what makes Da Nang attractive to international tourists is its safety. “I feel safe here – that’s the most important thing for me,” he said.

Hasan Gidici also said that Da Nang is still a new destination for Turkish tourists, but thanks to Emirates flights and the reception of travel agencies after the survey, Da Nang will welcome a new wave of visitors from Türkiye and other European markets. "This will be a destination that rich tourists often visit in the future," he affirmed.

Da Nang is brilliant at night, especially during the competition nights of DIFF 2025.

The predictions of business representatives are gradually emerging through telling numbers. According to the Da Nang Statistical Office, in the first 5 months of 2025, the total number of guests served by accommodation establishments is estimated at 4.6 million, an increase of nearly 21% over the same period in 2024. Of which, international visitors are estimated at 2.2 million, an increase of nearly 36% over the same period in 2024.

Along with Emirates flights, Da Nang is increasingly attracting the attention of new international tourist markets. The city is taking the lead in new opportunities, having just been granted the Prime Minister's Decision on the establishment of the Da Nang Free Trade Zone. The perspectives and comments of tourism businesses from famous high-end and demanding markets such as Europe and the Middle East have shown that Da Nang is ready for a big push in the future, becoming a leading tourist destination not only in the region, but also in the world.

Tung Duong

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