Cao Bang receives over 2.4 million tourists in nine months

The number of foreign visitors was estimated at 97,240 arrivals, up 193.1% year-on-year, while domestic tourists were estimated at 2,308,239 arrivals, up 56.4%. Total tourism revenue was estimated at 2,390 billion VND, an increase of 106% over the same period, and the average room occupancy rate reached about 52%.

In September, the province received approximately 345,000 tourist arrivals, an increase of 229% compared to the same period last year. Among them, international visitors were estimated at 17,000 arrivals, up 446.7%, and domestic tourists were estimated at 328,000 arrivals, up 222.3%. Total tourism revenue in September was estimated at 330 billion VND, up 288.2% year-on-year.

Implementing the breakthrough program on sustainable tourism and service development for the 2021–2025 period, in the first nine months of the year, the province focused on improving product quality, promoting tourism marketing, launching stimulus programs, and developing community-based tourism. At the same time, attention was given to digital transformation efforts, aiming to digitize tourism data, apply technology, and enhance tourism management efficiency. The province also strengthened cooperation and cross-border tourism connections, proposing solutions to simplify immigration procedures for international visitors. A highlight of these efforts was the opening of the Cao Bang City (Vietnam) - Baise City (China) tourism route, creating opportunities to foster cultural exchange and bilateral tourism development between the two countries.

Efforts in infrastructure development, technology application, and community awareness raising have brought possitive results for Cao Bang’s tourism industry. The sharp rise in visitor numbers clearly demonstrates the province’s growing potential and appeal. In the coming time, Cao Bang will continue to harness its natural resources and unique cultural identity while promoting digital transformation to enhance the visitor experience, aiming to transform Cao Bang into a friendly, attractive destination and establish tourism as a sperherd economic sector of the province.