The number of visitors to Da Nang this year is quite small. (Photo: Danang Viewers) On holidays, but the number of people coming to the 29-3 Park to have fun is quite small. Most people gather near the lake to cool off, fish, walk,… (Photo: Nhat Trinh) Da Nang people and tourists are aware of disease prevention: People limit going out, everyone who has to go out wears masks, shops and cafes are empty compared to the holidays… Going to the park to play but still not leaving the familiar mask. (Photo: Nhat Trinh) In front of the game areas in the park, there are instructions on epidemic prevention. (Photo: Nhat Trinh) Interestingly, on major roads such as Dien Bien Phu, Le Duan, Truong Chinh… the number of people and vehicles in traffic is not crowded, so the street is even… more open than on normal days. Dien Bien Phu Street, in front of the park gate 29-3 on the afternoon of May 1. (Photo: Nhat Trinh) Le Do Street usually has to move little by little, now the road is clear and clear. (Photo: Nhat Trinh) Most people participating in traffic or visiting tourist attractions seriously obey the wearing of masks. (Photo: Nhat Trinh) Visitors to sightseeing places all comply with regulations on wearing masks and keeping a safe distance. (Photo: Danang Viewers) One of the reasons why Da Nang this year is less crowded than usual is that the city has decided to stop all cultural and artistic activities during the holidays to strengthen the prevention of the COVID-19 epidemic. Official letter requesting to suspend all mass gathering activities throughout the City. In particular, the event that made the fans regret the most was The Rap Show . Rap program brings together famous Vietnamese rappers such as Wowy, Binz, De Choat, Tlinh, Hieuthuhai, G.Ducky, MCK… and runner-up – rapper Lona Kieu Loan. However, instead of taking place on the evening of April 30 as scheduled, the program had to be postponed. The Rap Show also had to be postponed, making the fans extremely regretful. Similar to Da Nang, Hoi An is also empty on this holiday. Most tourists at this time are concerned about the disease problem, so most people limit their movement outside much. Empty street in Hoi An. (Photo: Nam Duyen) Restaurants in Hoi An are empty. (Photo: Nam Duyen) The ferry pier is gloomy. (Photo: Nam Duyen)

The weather in Da Nang today is very sunny at noon, early in the morning and in the evening, it is cool. From 16:00, many people come to swim, sit, relax, exercise and take pictures. With a group of friends traveling on weekends, Thu Huong (hometown of Hanoi) said Danang’s weather is beautiful and there are few visitors, so it is convenient for sightseeing and swimming. Da Nang beach was crowded on weekends “At this time, Danang has many programs to stimulate tourism, so we are benefiting such as reduced hotel prices, delicious food, low airfares,” Huong said. Mr. Cao Tri Dung, Chairman of Da Nang Tourism Association, said that this time the number of tourists to Da Nang began to increase again. In which mainly domestic tourists come from localities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Quang Tri, Thua Thien – Hue … “With many attractive incentive programs in Da Nang being implemented for tourists, we believe that the number of visitors will increase”, Mr. Dung shared. From 16:00, thousands of people flock to the beaches of Ngu Hanh Son and Son Tra districts to swim The parking lot is tight Tourists to Da Nang mostly come from neighboring provinces Many young children enjoy playing freely on the beach Some families pose for souvenir photos during the weekends Thu Huong (in black shirt) took a picture with a group of friends when traveling to Da Nang “Danang’s beach is clean and beautiful, so I feel very comfortable coming here to visit,” Hong Van said. In addition to swimming, many people come here to exercise and play sports After the influence of the Covid-19 epidemic, the restaurants along Da Nang beach reopened attracting many tourists.

Da Nang street dance is one of the vibrant nightly arts activities of the city by the Han River There is no shortage of places to play When the sun goes to sleep, everyone rushes in the daytime to make room for a sparkling Da Nang at night. Bridges across the Han River begin to hold visitors’ legs. Along the streets, the coast, each row of shops is crowded with customers. Da Nang has a place where almost no night is “dull”; Both locals and tourists flock to this popular destination. It is the Helio night market in Hai Chau district. This place keeps customers longer than other night markets because there are stages with singers performing every night. Weekends, guests here are crowded. The Western Quarter in Ngu Hanh Son district seemed to be starting up later. When the epidemic did not happen, this was a crowded place for foreigners. There is no shortage of luxury restaurants here; the bars are open until the clock turns to the new day. Dieu Linh, owner of the Crazy Cats bar on An Thuong 6 street, My An ward, said that most of the guests coming to her bar are foreigners, they come to drink beer, listen to music until after 0 o’clock and almost every night. also crowded. These are places that serve the needs of young people to play late at night and play late. Visitors who like to enjoy a colorful Da Nang night can choose to climb a yacht to surf between the Han River. On the yacht, visitors can both listen to singing and be served with food. On days with street dance, visitors will be spoiled for adventure with dancers in eye-catching costumes, dancing to the bustling music. Ms. Nguyen Thu Huong (36 years old, from Nghe An) shared: “It is true that Danang allows people to enjoy a lot of values ​​at night. I go to Danang a lot, but I cannot go all the shopping and entertainment. Every time I come to this city, there is a new feeling ”. Mr. Dang Quang Man, Director of the Helio Da Nang entertainment area, said that Da Nang at night is an interesting program. The coordination of units on the same major theme will create product brand “Danang By Night”, which increases the spending efficiency of guests at night. Add products, extend the time Talk to PV Tien Phong, Mr. Cao Tri Dung, Chairman of Da Nang Tourism Association, acknowledged that the city had night activities to serve diverse needs of tourists, but it still needs to be improved. City leaders should pay attention to special tours, organize food streets, shopping, shows … to avoid duplication and boredom. Next May, a program “Da Nang at night” (Danang By Night) will present visitors with a new and more attractive look. The city has prepared a longer, more methodical way, focusing on 10 key activities to make Da Nang’s night economy different. During this time, visitors will enjoy the “River of Light” through artistic lighting on the Han River, bridges, administrative buildings, high-rise buildings on both sides of the river. Coming to My An night sea, not only sit and enjoy the wind, eat simply, visitors also enjoy very new services: massage – therapy, watching movies on the sand. This outdoor cinema is expected to be very attractive to visitors. In the central streets, the city has also built many places to check-in, eat, shop, and at the same time weave music shows, dance … enriching spiritual values ​​for the people. , traveler. Guests enjoy food at Da Nang night market. Photo: Thanh Tran Mr. Le Minh Hoa, Head of Economic Department of Ngu Hanh Son District, shared that when Danang By Night is deployed, it will increase the demand for tourists to use night services. Ngu Hanh Son district alone has 6 activities to participate in this program such as night food, night sea, An Thuong tourist street … “We are advocating tourism service establishments, bars, pubs. (bars selling drinks, alcohol) … prolong the operation time; advise district leaders to deploy products to experience music and cuisine, seafood neighborhood … ”, he said. Ms. Dieu Linh, owner of the Crazy Cats bar, said that when the program was implemented, she hatched a plan to open a number of new service and entertainment models. “I really hope the city will loosen some rules so that we can better serve our customers’ nightlife needs. For example, loosening the regulation of noise, or after 0 o’clock can allow business households to add a few sets of tables and chairs on the sidewalk in front of the restaurant to serve foreigners, because they like to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere at night. more, ”said Linh. Mr. Cao Tri Dung further information, Da Nang Tourism Association has proposed to change some regulations on night business. The city has agreed to a number of proposals, such as extending the operation time of yachts on the Han River, karaoke, discotheques … He acknowledged that when Danang By Night is deployed, it will have a significant impact on tourism, contributing to the economic development and education. Moreover, the program launched when the epidemic has been well controlled, and right at the beginning of the summer, it might be a boost to the night economy and tourism in Da Nang. “Happy Hour” will stimulate shopping demand Da Nang Department of Industry and Trade has a plan to organize the program “Happy Hours” to stimulate shopping demand and promote economic activities at night. “Happy hour” takes place from 20:00 to 21:00 from Friday to Sunday every week, starting from April 30 to December 31. Promotional activities apply to business both in-store and online. During the “Happy Hour”, the business units will offer discounts on goods and services as low as 50%, and the highest is 100%. Da Nang Department of Industry and Trade also encourages business units to increase the opening time of service from after 22:00 on weekends and major holidays.

With the number of tourists booking a booming tour not only on the occasion of April 30, May 1 and summer tours, Da Nang tourism and travel businesses are actively building new products, unique tours, adding more service … to prepare to welcome guests. Facing the positive signal of the revival of the tourism industry, Son Tra – the largest night market in Da Nang – bustles again after a long period of unsteady activities, small traders “struggling” to stick to the COVID-19 . As noted by PV VTC News, at the end of March and early April 2021, the atmosphere at Son Tra night market was bustling again, especially on weekends. If only 1 month ago, each night, there were only a few dozen booths of small merchants with lights hanging on to “relieve sadness”, now it would be crowded. Mr. Do Ngoc Thi Ca – Director of Da Nang DHTC Company, the unit that manages and operates the Son Tra night market – said that the impact of COVID-19 epidemic caused the number of visitors to the night market to decline seriously. In 2020, the market will only operate for about 4 months. However, the first half of March 2021 has been very prosperous up to now. Usually about 60% of the number of stores are active on weekdays, about 90% on weekends. According to Mr. Cao Tri Dung, Chairman of Da Nang Tourism Association, this local tourism business community is ready to reopen all services. “We are committed to making tourists see an always new Da Nang,” said Dung. Son Tra night market food stall is bustling again when domestic tourists from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and other provinces in the country are choosing Da Nang as the destination. Check-in point at Son Tra night market attracts many people to have fun, take souvenir photos every night, especially on weekend nights. The revived night market, not only does small business Da Nang light up to serve the people and tourists, but also attracts foreigners to register to participate in business. “In the coming time, Son Tra night market will rearrange the products, supplementing many industries that are not available, with the spearhead of typical products from Quang Nam, Da Nang, Gia Lai. The Market Management Board will pilot the “Standard Specialty” booth with many combo full of specialties, reasonably designed to be gifts, packed in novel ways, fully packed at the production place, with brand logos. brand to create trust for customers. goods “, Mr. Ca said.

Mr. Le Tan Thanh Tung – Deputy General Director of Vietnam Tourism Joint Stock Company (Vitours) said that the company’s visitors during the upcoming holidays increased 5-6 times compared to last year, equivalent to the peak time. Pick-up point on the occasion of 30/4 of 2019. For guests booking package tours, there are about 2,000 guests, while there are many retail customers. But according to Mr. Tung, retail customers come close to the new holiday because they fear that the disease might break out. In addition, this year’s trend mainly follows relatives and family groups; Therefore, the company provides a private car tour.

Many hotel and resort owners in Da Nang city said that the room capacity at this time reached 80%, many establishments were full. In addition to family and retail tourists, travel businesses in Da Nang have recorded many MICE delegations from 100 to 500 guests during the upcoming holidays.

Da Nang is ready to welcome visitors back on the occasion of April 30 – May 1.

Currently, most travel companies in Da Nang have restored tourism products that have attracted a great deal of attraction to domestic tourists. In which, focusing on 4 main product groups are the tour “Heritage Journey, Central Paradise”; new tours with high quality from 4-5 days but the price is only around 3 million VND / person; MICE tourism products for corporations and large enterprises; Finally, the group of products to partially stimulate demand, for example accommodation services, shuttle buses, destinations, daily tours, … including products with deep discounts or improving service quality.

Mr. Cao Tri Dung – Chairman of Da Nang City Tourism Association, said that up to this time, tours on the occasion of April 30 to May 1 have been almost confirmed and with very good signals, increased strongly compared with 2020 and nearly recovering compared to 2019, reaching about 80 – 90%. Last year, this time only about 10-20% of businesses reopened, but this year it increased to 70%.

“The annual capacity of welcoming tourists is about 30 million. So, from a business perspective, we affirm that Danang’s resources completely meet the needs of tourists, even with a larger number than today. Even when the international market fully recovers, Da Nang still has the resources and capacity to welcome and best serve tourists “- Mr. Cao Tri Dung said.