At the beginning of the letter, the leader of Saigontourist Group recalled the event in August 1975, "from the first steps on a modest foundation, to the present time, Saigontourist Group has grown strongly, becoming one of the leading tourism groups in Vietnam, contributing to shaping the image of the tourism industry in Ho Chi Minh City and the whole country. The 50-year journey is a vivid testament to the courage, intelligence and heart of many generations of leaders, cadres and employees - the children of the beloved Saigontourist Group family".
Mr. Pham Huy Binh, Chairman of Saigontourist Group
The letter continued: "In addition to business achievements, brand building and development, taking care of the lives of staff and employees, contributing to the community and society, Saigontourist Group is also proud to have overcome the most difficult stages in times of economic crisis, geopolitical conflicts, natural disasters and epidemics, especially the recent Covid-19 pandemic."
Mr. Pham Huy Binh emphasized that today's success is the crystallization of the attention and direction of leaders at all levels, the trust and companionship of partners and customers, and above all, the persistent efforts and silent dedication of each individual of Saigontourist Group throughout five decades. "You are the most important witnesses to the brand - a brand associated with classy quality, professional style and dedicated service spirit!"
145-year-old Continental Saigon Hotel, part of the Saigontourist Group system
When mentioning Saigontourist Group, it often comes with pioneering initiatives to lay the foundation for many tourism products, services, and projects. Pioneering in expanding tourism facilities across the country, the northernmost region of the country; pioneering and taking the lead in expanding the network of tourism services, transportation, travel, restaurants, hotels, international convention and exhibition centers, golf courses, cable television, etc.; initiating the establishment of training schools, editing many specialized tourism teaching materials by Saigontourist staff, the first place to provide tourism human resources for the city and the whole country; pioneering international cooperation, initiating successful cooperation to welcome the first international delegations happily setting foot in Vietnam marked by a handshake of trust; a leading enterprise in serving the medical staff and the community to participate in the fight against the Covid-19 epidemic; pioneering the implementation of Nguyen Hue Flower Street for over 23 years, the Saigontourist Group culinary culture festival has won many outstanding awards in the world. Interspersed are impressive numbers that flash by: 50 years with a system of about 100 units with more than 17,000 employees, hundreds of millions of visitors, creating jobs for hundreds of thousands of people... The efforts, sweat, tears and even the silent sacrifices of individuals and the Saigontourist Group over the past half century have been duly recognized. Tens of thousands of noble titles and awards awarded to Saigontourist Group by the State, Government, ministries, Ho Chi Minh City and prestigious domestic and international organizations have proven that. Typical examples include: Hero of Labor, Independence Medal, Labor Medal; Emulation Flag, Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister; Traditional Flag, Certificate of Merit from the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City and localities; Top ten Vietnam and international Tourism awards; ASEAN Award, Guinness World Records, World's Best Food Festival Award for many consecutive years... and many other noble domestic and international titles. All of this is not only an honor but also a clear affirmation of Saigontourist Group's position and contribution to the development of Vietnam tourism.
Saigontourist Group 2025 Culinary Culture Festival in Osaka, Japan attracts more than 100,000 visitors
The Chairman of Saigontourist Group mentioned the group's role and contribution to major national and international events: "On this important occasion, we are even more proud to directly participate and contribute to national and international events: from logistics work on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification to the United Nations Vesak Festival 2025, the Saigontourist Group Food and Culture Festival 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City and in Osaka - Japan, attracting hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors, along with pioneering the organization of many international tourism promotion programs in many countries around the world, honored to welcome the participation of senior leaders of Vietnam and other countries".
To express our deep gratitude to our partners and customers who have always trusted and accompanied us, Saigontourist Group applies many large promotional programs in 2025 with attractive incentives on accommodation, cuisine, travel, parties, conferences and other services nationwide. In addition to promoting business activities, Saigontourist Group always pays deep attention to the spiritual and material life of its staff, employees and families, demonstrated through welfare programs, healthy entertainment and bonding.
From now until the end of 2025 is a key time, Saigontourist Group is determined to accelerate and make a strong breakthrough to take advantage of the peak tourist season, successfully complete the strategic goals for the period 2020-2025 and prepare for the period 2026-2030. Because according to Mr. Pham Huy Binh: "This is an important time for each individual to maximize their capacity, sense of responsibility and commitment to continue writing new pages of history full of expectations!" .
In response to the letter, the Chairman of Saigontourist Group called on all staff, employees and workers to "hold hands together, looking towards the future with aspirations to reach far". Mr. Pham Huy Binh expressed his enthusiasm: "With the foundation that has been firmly built by previous generations, along with a team full of enthusiasm, courage, and experience now and in the future, in the context of the country and people of Vietnam preparing to enter a new era, Saigontourist Group will continuously create, bring unique and memorable experiences, touching the hearts of partners and customers at home and abroad. The next journey of Saigontourist Group promises even stronger steps forward, continuing to conquer new heights, continuing to write glorious pages for the tourism industry of Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam, becoming the leading symbol of Vietnamese tourism in the international arena ".
At the end of the letter, Mr. Pham Huy Binh sent the following message: "Let's light up the flame of passion together, continue the glorious tradition and affirm the identity of Saigontourist Group - 50 years of glory and growth with the Country, confidently stepping into the future: A new era of modern civilization, wealth and prosperity of the Vietnamese people!" .
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/lanh-dao-saigontourist-group-gui-thu-tri-an-dip-ky-niem-50-nam-ngay-thanh-lap-185250723141855256.htm
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