Ghana records 1.79 million domestic tourism visits in 2025
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Cebu Tourist Arrivals Exceed 1.08 Million in First Eight Months of 2026
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Vietnam Boosts Tourism Promotion with 16.1% Visitor Increase in Sept 2026
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PSA strengthens tourism statistics to support inclusive growth in Ilocos region
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Bangladesh Proposes BDT 1,884 Crore for Aviation and Tourism in 2026-27 Budget
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Vietnam Boosts Tourism with 1.77 Million Foreign Visitors in Sept 2026
Vietnam recorded 1.77 million foreign tourists in September 2026, a 16.1% increase year-on-year. The nation is pursuing large-scale tourism promotion campaigns targeting 45-50 million international visitors by 2030.
Vietnam Sees Nearly 15% Increase in Foreign Tourists in 2026
Vietnam recorded a nearly 15% increase in foreign tourist arrivals in 2026, with 1.77 million visitors in September alone. This contrasts with declines in regional neighbors like Thailand, Singapore, and Cambodia.
UNWTO European Regional Commission to Hold 67th Meeting in Armenia
The UNWTO European Regional Commission will hold its 67th meeting in Armenia. The event in early October 2026 will gather tourism stakeholders to discuss regional development strategies.
Vietnam’s Foreign Tourist Arrivals Rise Nearly 15% in 2026 Despite Southeast Asia Decline
Vietnam recorded nearly a 15% rise in foreign tourists in 2026, while neighboring Southeast Asian countries saw visitor declines. Coordinated, targeted promotion and product development support Vietnam’s expanding tourism sector.
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