A workshop themed “Vietnam- Timeless Charm” was held on Mar. 17 in
Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia , to present Vietnam ’s tourism potential as
well as promote its attractive destinations.
Co-organised by Travel Seasons company, Vietnam Airlines office in
Malaysia and the Malaysia Association of Tour and Travel Agents
(MATTA), the workshop drew the participation of representatives from
travel agencies, overseas Vietnamese and local people.
The event featured Vietnam’s well-known destinations, including Hanoi
ancient quarte, Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh province, Bich Dong cave in
Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang and Da Lat.
Apart from
presenting interesting sites, unique culture and cuisine, the workshop
introduced specific tours to draw Malaysian tourists.
Speaking at the workshop, Vietnamese Ambassador to Malaysia Nguyen
Hong Thao said the event offered a good opportunity to enhance
relations, cultural exchange as well as understandings about history and
custom between the two countries.
Former MATTA President Ngiam Foon suggested that Malaysian tourist agencies step up research on the Vietnamese market.
According to statistics, in 2011 Vietnam welcomed over 233,100
tourists from Malaysia , a year-on-year increase of 3.88 percent.-VNA