Saturday, October 5, 2024 Vietnam, known for its deep-rooted agricultural traditions, is exploring the potential of advancing agritourism and ecotourism as key components of its future tourism development strategy. Vietnam, a Southeast Asian country renowned for its lush agricultural landscapes and centuries-old craft villages, is exploring new opportunities to expand its tourism industry. These unique cultural and natural assets hold significant potential for drawing international and domestic travelers interested in agritourism and ecotourism.
The verdant rice terraces, sprawling farms, and artisanal villages that have preserved traditional crafts for generations could become key attractions. However, despite these promising resources, the country faces numerous challenges in unlocking their full potential for tourism. One of the primary hurdles in promoting agritourism and ecotourism in Vietnam is the lack of a coherent and structured development plan.
While Vietnam’s tourism sector has seen steady growth, particularly in urban and coastal areas, agricultural and ecological tourism remain underdeveloped. There is a noticeable absence of systematic methodologies for integrating these sectors into the larger tourism framework. This leaves stakeholders without a clear roadmap for creating sustainable tourism models that benefit both local communities and the environment.
Without comprehensive strategies, Vietnam risks losing opportunities to fully capitalize on its rich agr.