In January, Americas accounted for 136,671 tourist arrivals, an increase of 22.90 percent from December, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Canada accounted for 23,083 tourist arrivals in January, up 31.10 percent compared to December.
Tourist numbers from the USA totalled 103,597 in January, showing a rise of 24.80 percent versus December.
A total of 9,991 tourists arrived from other parts of the Americas in January, a decline of -5.30 percent from December.
Vietnam tourism news
Recent developments in the tourism industry include:
UK consultancy VN golf development
The Vietnam Golf Association has signed an agreement with global consultancy 54 to jointly develop a national golf strategy for Vietnam.
The association said the strategy aims to manage rapid growth in domestic golfers, golf course development, and golf tourism demand.
Shift to sustainable tourism
Vietnam’s government has directed ministries and local authorities to focus on high-end tourism products as it targets welcoming 25 million international visitors in 2026.
Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh said tourism policy should shift toward sustainable growth, with decisive action to remove bottlenecks and improve competitiveness.
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Listed tourism companies
Key tourism firms listed on the Vietnam stock exchange include:
Ben Thanh Trading and Service JSC
Ben Thanh Trading and Service JSC (BTT) trades consumer goods, operates retail outlets, and provides tourism and logistics services.
BTT closed at VND 38,850 on Friday, down 0 percent with 0 shares traded, worth VND 0 million.
Foreign ownership in BTT is currently capped at 0.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.0 percent.
Dong A Hotel Group Joint Stock Company
Dong A Hotel Group Joint Stock Company (DAH) owns and operates hotels and resorts, providing hospitality and tourism services across Vietnam.
DAH closed at VND 3,610 on Friday, up 0.01 percent with 256,000 shares traded, worth VND 91 million.
Foreign ownership in DAH is currently capped at 0.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.0 percent.
Development Investment Construction Corporation
Development Investment Construction Corporation (DIG) develops residential, tourism, and urban infrastructure projects across Vietnam.
DIG closed at VND 15,300 on Friday, down 0.6 percent with 120,105,000 shares traded, worth VND 185,758 million.
Foreign ownership in DIG is currently capped at 60.4 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 3.3 percent.
Everland Group JSC
Everland Group JSC (EVG) operates in real estate, tourism, and construction materials trading.
EVG closed at VND 7,510 on Friday down 0.19 percent with 6,617,000 shares traded, worth VND 4,983 million.
Foreign ownership in EVG is currently capped at 49.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.3 percent.
First Real JSC
First Real JSC (FIR) invests in and develops residential and tourism property projects in central Vietnam.
FIR closed at VND 7,030 on Friday down 0 percent with 737,000 shares traded, worth VND 493 million.
Foreign ownership in FIR is currently capped at 50.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.2 percent.
Ba Ria – Vung Tau Housing Development JSC
Ba Ria – Vung Tau Housing Development JSC (HDC) develops residential, commercial, and tourism property projects.
HDC closed at VND 21,050 on Friday down 1 percent with 33,370,000 shares traded, worth VND 71,346 million.
Foreign ownership in HDC is currently capped at 54.9 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 1.8 percent.
Tay Ninh Cable Car JSC
Tay Ninh Cable Car JSC (TCT) operates cable car systems and tourism services for Ba Den Mountain and nearby destinations.
TCT closed at VND 19,950 on Friday down 0 percent with 22,000 shares traded, worth VND 44 million.
Foreign ownership in TCT is currently capped at 0.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.0 percent.Explore opening a trading account in Vietnam→
Vietnam’s tourism industry
Vietnam’s tourism industry is a major contributor to economic growth, spanning international arrivals, domestic travel, accommodation, transport, food services, and cultural attractions.
The sector has rebounded strongly following border reopenings, supported by visa policy adjustments, infrastructure investment, and rising regional travel demand.