Most of Vietnam’s tourism markets experienced increases, with Cambodia topping the list (up 95 percent), followed by China (93.4 percent), Taiwan (65.3 percent), and the UK (39.7 percent).

This is a positive sign for Vietnam to fulfill its target of welcoming 6.5 million foreign visitors in 2012, despite economic difficulties facing the tourism sector.

In preparation for the festive season in Vietnam, travel agencies are offering unique festival tours of all parts of the nation.