Nha Trang is booming: record numbers of Korean tourists are taking to the beaches!

Nha Trang is booming: record numbers of Korean tourists are taking to the beaches!

Khanh Hoa has become a popular destination for Korean tourists due to its beauty, delicious cuisine and warm hospitality. Vietnam.vn reports that South Korea is the largest tourism market in the region. In the first quarter of 2025, over 812,800 Korean tourists visited Khanh Hoa, up 6.5% year-on-year.

In May 2025, the number of Korean passengers at Cam Ranh International Airport reached 181,714, an increase of 3% compared to the previous month. The attractiveness of Nha Trang is reflected not only in the numbers, but also in the opening of new flight connections. Vietnam Airlines has established a daily flight service from Busan to Cam Ranh, and nine airlines now offer 19 daily flights from various cities in Korea.

Expansion of the flight network and advertising measures

Deputy Director of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Cung Quynh Anh highlights the increase in direct flights from Korea, making travel easier for tourists. In order to further promote tourism, the Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Tourism Association is planning a Famtrip delegation to Daegu and Busan. At a recent meeting with the Korean General Administration in Busan, information about Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa was exchanged.

Korean tourists particularly appreciate the diverse cuisine, such as the traditional Korean dishes in many restaurants in the Korean city of Nha Trang, which offers hotels as well as cafes and spas. Ms. Song Jeong Eun, a tourist from Busan, praises the city and has already invited friends to visit.

Attraction for Korean travelers

In the first half of 2024, Khanh Hoa welcomed nearly 1 million Korean visitors, and the number of tourists is expected to continue to rise due to growing popularity on social networks and increased flight availability. The Vietnam National Tourism Administration reported nearly 2.3 million Korean visitors during the period, a notable increase of 42.6% year-on-year.

• Khanh Hoa macht ca. 41,6 % der internationalen Besucher der Provinz aus.
• Wöchentlich kommen zwischen 23.000 und 25.000 koreanische Touristen am internationalen Flughafen Cam Ranh an.
• Etwa 80 % der koreanischen Touristen in Khanh Hoa reisen in individuellen oder Familiengruppen und übernachten häufig in 4- oder 5-Sterne-Hotels.

Nha Trang is particularly popular for its beaches, high quality accommodation and affordable travel prices. Many Korean guests staying at hotels such as Potique Nha Trang and Ana Mandara Cam Ranh account for about 50% and 60% of these hotels' bookings, respectively. Nha Trang is increasingly positioning itself as a long-term destination for Korean youth interested in cultural attractions and vibrant nightlife.

In summary, the planned cooperation between the Korea Tourism Organization and the Provincial People's Committee to promote tourism in Khanh Hoa portends further growth in visitor numbers to the region. The ongoing diversification of tourism products and the improvement of service quality are expected to help attract more Korean tourists. Baokhanhhoa.vn highlights that Nha Trang offers a variety of attractions for Korean tourists, including historical sites such as the Ponagar Tower and the entertainment-rich Vinpearl Harbour.