SOUTHEAST ASIA TOURISM PERFORMANCE 2024 RECAP

Southeast Asia’s tourism industry saw a remarkable recovery in 2024, with a significant increase in international arrivals across destinations. This blog analyzes three critical aspects of the region’s tourism performance: total international tourist arrivals, recovery rates compared to pre-pandemic levels, and the Destination Brand Strength™ (DBS) index. International Tourist Arrivals 2024: A Year of Strong…

Thailand Travelers See Vietnam Positively – So Why Aren’t They Coming?

Thai travelers have a positive destination perception toward Vietnam’s destination brand position. According to the snapshot report A Closer Look at Vietnam Destination Brand Strength, Thailand ranks highly among eight major Asian markets for Vietnam in key indicators such as Destination Brand Strength Score (DBSS), Net Promoter Score (NPS), Propensity to Visit and Destination Marketing…

Travel Tech Expectations: How Outbound and Domestic Vietnamese Travelers Differ

As technology continues to shape the travel experience, Vietnamese travelers—both domestic and outbound—are setting different expectations for the future of travel tech. While convenience and efficiency remain key priorities, their exposure to international innovations significantly influences their preferences. Overview of Vietnamese Travelers’ Expectations for Travel Technology Applications Travelers today prioritize essential and practical technologies that…

South Korea and Taiwan: High Visitor Volume, Low Satisfaction – What’s Holding Them Back?

Vietnam’s tourism industry has experienced a strong post-pandemic recovery, with a significant increase in international arrivals. According to the General Statistics Office of Vietnam, in 2024, Vietnam welcomed 17.5 million international visitors, marking a 39.5% increase from the previous year and achieving the initial target of 17-18 million arrivals.  Among the key contributors to this…

MOST LOVED RANKING 2024: Top Mobile Wallet Brands for Vietnamese Travelers in 2024

Mobile wallets have become essential for travelers, transforming how they pay for travel-related expenses. In Vietnam, the mobile wallet market is highly concentrated, dominated by several key players that shape user preferences and loyalty. This blog highlights the most popular mobile wallet brands among Vietnamese travelers in 2024, based on data collected over the past…