British foreign travel agents eye Vietnamese destinations
VOV.VN - A number of British foreign travel agents are keeping close tabs on potential Vietnamese destinations thanks to the country’s visa exemption policy for UK citizens to stay for 45 days, along with convenient air travel.
According to UK media outlet Travel Weekly, with more than 2,000 miles of coastline, delicious street food, blissful palm-tree-backed beaches, vibrant cities, and relaxed cruises along the Mekong, Vietnam’s appeal is clear.
It also noted that it’s now even easier for British people to visit the country since Vietnam Airlines started operating four flights per week from the UK's biggest airport Heathrow to Hanoi, as well as three flights per week to the largest metropolitan area Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, the visa exemption stay limit for UK tourists has also increased from 15 days to 45 days.
According to James Williams, a luxury travel designer of Carrier Luxury Holidays, Vietnam offers excellent value for money in all standards of travel, ranging from the basic backpacker to the luxury market.
“My favourite area is Hoi An, which is famous for the Chinese lanterns that light up the cobbled streets each evening. The city provides a more peaceful insight into Vietnam than the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City,” he added.
Meanwhile, Sandra Foreman, a business development manager of Wendy Wu Tours, told Travel Weekly that the new unilateral visa exemption offers an incredible opportunity for travel agents to take advantage of.
“With a generous allowance up to 45 days, agents can take full advantage of offering longer stays in the country. More-flexible itineraries can entice more travelers to explore the diverse landscapes and rich culture of Vietnam, without the burden of visa applications. It’s a win-win for agents and clients alike,” she stressed.
Moreover, a number of interesting tours to the country have also been launched by British travel tours, such as Wendy Wu Tours’ Magical Mekong Cruise & Beach holiday which comprises of a seven-night cruise on the Victoria Mekong where guests sail from Kampong Cham in Cambodia to southern Vietnam. This is then followed by a four-night sand and spa holiday on idyllic Phu Quoc. Others include Intrepid Travel’s 15-day Scenic Vietnam that adds a stop in Quy Nhon.
In addition, Exodus Adventure Travels’ Hidden Vietnam: Sapa & Beyond tour will take clients to a homestay in a tribal village in the hill region of Sa Pa, where guests are treated to a home-cooked meal, as well as visiting the secluded Lan Ha Bay and popular Cat Ba Island. This is along with G Adventures’ Geluxe Collection, a new style of trip that offers clients the chance to be physically active, stay in ‘one-of-a-kind’ accommodation, enjoy gourmet experiences, meet communities and learn about their respective cultures.
