This was indicated at the 16th Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo 2022 (ITE HCMC 2022) which recently concluded. During the three-day event, the Expo has attracted more than 22,000 visitors and 8,600 meetings between sellers and buyers, a 42 percent increase over expectation, bridging more international and local travel businesses together, further boosting the tourism rebound of the Mekong sub-region.

Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa, Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism shared:  “Thanks to the continuous effort, determination, and collaboration between travel authorities, businesses and organisations, Vietnam travel industry has renounced with impressive growth. ITE HCMC 2022 has proved itself as the leading travel events of Vietnam and Mekong sub-region, as well as an ideal platform for all travel authorities and businesses to attract international tourists to Vietnam and strengthen the cooperation between Mekong sub-region travel businesses and potentially global markets”.

The results reaffirmed the recovery of the inbound tourism industry through opening policies, innovation in products and service quality after the pandemic in Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam. It also reinforced the importance of Ho Chi Minh City as a gateway for trade and tourism, bridging Vietnam and other countries in the Mekong sub-region.

ITE HCMC showcased the strong participation of 305 international and local travel companies, 161 international buyers from 18 countries and territories, 21 international media from prominent travel, lifestyle, tourism, and broadcast platforms. More than 20 forums, business meetings, side events were conducted, attracting 60 local and international tourism experts and 2,500 delegates.

On The Consumer Day, which took place on the last day of ITE HCMC 2022, attracted more than 10,000 public visitors and presented them with exclusive special travel promotions on flight tickets, accommodation, and tour packages. Visitors also experienced a wide range of performances and traditional showcases on musical and culinary cultures from international and exhibiting booths.