Hue develops community tourism to reduce plastic, enhance experiences

Up to now, in Hue city, 4 typical destinations have been established to implement the plastic-reducing tourism model, bringing environmentally friendly experiences to visitors.

Hue City is developing tourism through the development of green tours, associated with a commitment to reducing plastic waste. One of the outstanding products is the "Culinary tour to reduce plastic waste - Green Chuon Lagoon", organized by Hue College of Tourism in collaboration with travel agencies. The tour takes visitors to explore the beauty of Tam Giang Lagoon - a place where nature and local culture blend together through activities such as boating, fishing, enjoying specialties and interacting with local people.

Travel in Dam Chuon, Phu An commune, Phu Vang district, Hue city

The tour’s special feature is not the luxurious service but the “green” spirit. Tourists are encouraged to bring their own water bottles, limiting the use of disposable plastic. Service establishments such as restaurants and homestays are committed to using environmentally friendly materials such as bamboo, ceramic, porcelain, etc. A quiet, clean and connected space makes tourists like Mr. Nguyen Dinh Dung very impressed.

“Visitors to Chuon lagoon can cast nets, park their traps and walk around the lagoon, watch the sunset, watch the sunrise... Here the space is open and very quiet. I really like the feeling of experiencing and relaxing...”, said Mr. Dung.

Community tourism on Tam Giang lagoon

Tam Giang-Cau Hai lagoon is considered the largest lagoon ecosystem in Southeast Asia. It is famous for its rich ecosystem and unique community culture, preserved through many generations of residents living by fishing, aquaculture, weaving and traditional culinary processing.

Community tourism on Tam Giang lagoon, Quang Loi commune, Quang Dien district, Hue city

At the tourist destination of Ngu My Thanh-Con Toc, Quang Loi commune, Quang Dien district, the community tourism model is being effectively promoted with the participation of 33 households and 7 restaurants, all of which have signed a commitment to reduce the use of disposable plastic products. The Quang Loi commune government also closely accompanies, supports people to invest in equipment, convert to environmentally friendly items, aiming to build a "green and sustainable destination".

Mr. Phan Dang Bao, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Quang Loi Commune, Quang Dien District, Hue City, said that the water surface area of ​​Tam Giang Lagoon currently has tours, sightseeing routes, and experiences. The district promotes and mobilizes passenger transport vehicles to equip environmentally friendly items such as glass bottles, bamboo trays, etc. to reduce plastic waste in the lagoon. For parks and public entertainment venues, the district also promotes businesses to limit the use of plastic materials and encourages the use of cloth and paper bags to reduce plastic waste.

Tam Giang Lagoon

Hue City is implementing the project “Hue – Plastic-reducing City in Central Vietnam”. The goal by 2025 is to reduce plastic waste by 50% and have 100% of solid waste sorted at source, collected and treated effectively, while promoting the recovery of recyclable waste from landfills. By 2030, the city’s river systems and wetland ecosystems will be protected from plastic waste pollution.

“We continue to coordinate with the Department of Tourism, the Tourism Association as well as the Hue City People's Committee to promote the reduction of single-use plastic at heritage sites and tourist attractions. This is to promote Hue to become a heritage destination without plastic waste,” said Ms. Hoang Ngoc Tuong Van, project manager.

Plastic waste reduction tourism in Quang Loi commune, Quang Dien district, Hue city

To date, Hue city has had 4 plastic waste reduction tourist destinations, including: Thuy Bieu tourism, Thuan Hoa district; Thanh Toan tile bridge community tourism, Thuy Thanh commune, Huong Thuy town; Ngu My Thanh - Con Toc community tourism, Quang Loi commune, Quang Dien district; Dam Chuon tourism, Phu An commune, Phu Vang district.

Ms. Tran Thi Hoai Tram, Director of Hue City Department of Tourism, said that these models will continue to be replicated to improve the quality of experience for tourists, while spreading awareness of environmental protection. “In the coming time, we will step up propaganda and mobilize people and tourists to participate in tourism activities in the area. At the same time, we will develop a strategy to reduce plastic waste and not use nylon bags. For tourist destinations, we encourage the use of products made from paper or environmentally friendly materials to ensure Hue becomes a green tourist destination,” Ms. Tram said.

At Ngu My Thanh - Con Toc tourist site, Quang Loi commune, Quang Dien district

Along with green tours, Hue city is also implementing the “Green Sunday” movement, encouraging people and accommodation establishments to limit the use of plastic bags and reduce plastic waste. Many businesses have had effective initiatives, both protecting the environment and aiming to build Hue into a smart, friendly and sustainable tourist destination.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/hue-phat-trien-du-lich-cong-dong-giam-nhua-nang-tam-trai-nghiem-2025061110245802.htm