As flight connectivity is expanding between Australia and Vietnam, digital travel platform Agoda has noted an increase in searches for travel between the two countries. This is in line with the official data recently announced by the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism1 and Tourism Australia2
When looking at searches made between June 6-24, 2024, Agoda’s insights indicate a 26% year-over-year increase in searches for Vietnamese destinations by Australians eager to escape the southern hemisphere’s winter for Vietnam’s tropical climate.
Top searched destinations for Australians heading to Vietnam from June to August include:
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Danang
- Hanoi
- Hoi An
- Nha Trang
“It’s great to be welcoming tourists from Australia to experience all that Vietnam has to offer,” said Mr. Lam Vu, Country Director of Agoda Vietnam. “Our nation provides a warm, welcoming experience for culture travelers looking to enjoy our cuisine, landscapes, and vibrant cities.”
“Aside from the two major cities, Danang, Hoi An, and Nha Trang have also proved popular among Australian travelers seeking off-season beach time in addition to exploring cultural landmarks and urban centers,” he continued.
Going the other way, Agoda’s data indicates a 36% year-over-year increase in searches for accommodations by Vietnamese travelers to Australia. Vietnamese travelers are searching for hotels in:
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Perth
- Adelaide
- Brisbane
“This is an exciting development for Vietnamese travel,” said Lam. “It’s wonderful to see my countrymen exploring new cultures and experiences all over Australia.”
His Australian counterpart, Agoda Country Director Zsuzsanna Janos, added, “Australia offers a variety of experiences for Vietnamese travelers. Some might come to visit family and friends – there is a large Vietnamese diaspora in Australia including almost 30,000 Vietnamese students here- while others will look to explore our unique wildlife and multicultural cities. There are ample opportunities to enjoy and enrich their visit, no matter which city or region in Australia they visit.”
“This increase in two-way travel interest reflects the growing appeal and mutual fascination between our nations, promising unforgettable experiences for all who journey between Australia and Vietnam,” she concluded.
In addition to over 4.5 million holiday properties, the Agoda platform also offers more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities, which can all be combined in the same booking. This makes it easier for travelers from both Vietnam and Australia to plan their trips, whether they are exploring new destinations or reconnecting with loved ones.
1 https://vietnamnews.vn/society/1657701/viet-nam-ideal-destination-for-australian-tourists.html
2 https://vovworld.vn/en-US/news/vietnam-emerges-as-attractive-destination-for-australian-tourists-1303902.vov
3 https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/education/20231220/us-canada-australia-among-overseas-study-destinations-favored-by-vietnamese-students/77369.html
ABOUT THE DATA
Agoda’s data is based on accommodation searches from June 6 to June 24, 2024, for travel between June and August, compared to the same period in 2023.
ABOUT THE AGODA
Agoda, a digital travel platform, helps anyone see the world for less with its great value deals on a global network of 4.5M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Agoda.com and the Agoda mobile app are available in 39 languages and supported by 24/7 customer support.
Headquartered in Singapore, Agoda is part of Booking Holdings (Nasdaq: BKNG) and employs more than 6,900 staff in 25 markets, dedicated to leveraging best-in-class technology to make travel even easier.
