Nguyen Dang Dung, a tourist from Hanoi, was randomly selected as the honored visitor from passengers arriving on a flight from Hanoi to Da Lat on the day's morning. Expressing his joy, Dung shared, "Da Lat’s mild climate and stunning scenery make it a favorite destination for my family, especially for year-end vacations."

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Leaders of Lam Dong province People's Committee present gifts to Nguyen Dang Dung (second from the right), a tourist from Hanoi - its 10 millionth tourist of the year.

The event not only marked a significant achievement for the province's tourism sector in 2024 but also demonstrated the local community’s heartfelt appreciation for every visitor.

Tran Hong Thai, Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, highlighted that reaching this milestone underscores the remarkable growth of Da Lat – Lam Dong tourism. He attributed this success to ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure, diversify tourism products, improve service quality, and cultivate a safe and friendly tourism environment that provides exceptional experiences for travelers.

In 2024, Lam Dong welcomed approximately 600,000 international visitors, a 50% increase year-on-year, equivalent to 109.1% of the annual target. Domestic tourists totaled an estimated 9.4 million, up 13.9% compared to 2023, reaching 102.7% of the year’s goal. Overall, the province’s tourism sector generated an estimated VND 18 trillion (about USD 706.6 million) in revenue.

Source: VNA