Nghe An collaborates with private tourism destinations.

New "magnets" for attracting customers.

In recent years, Hon Mat Ecotourism Area in Nghia Loc commune (Nghia Dan district) has become a popular choice for tourists to explore and experience. From a wild, mountainous area, withWith the investment of both money and effort, this placeIt has become a picturesque tourist destination attracting visitors from near and far.

According to Mr. Dang Trong Tan, Director of Hon Mat Eco-tourism Area, business activities are gradually stabilizing with services such as agricultural production experiences, sightseeing boat tours, photo opportunities, and food and accommodation services. Thanks to intensified promotion and linkages with other destinations, more and more tourists are learning about and visiting Hon Mat, especially during holidays and Tet (Lunar New Year), creating conditions for businesses to gradually recover their capital.

A view of Hon Mat Eco-tourism Area (Nghia Dan). Photo: CSCC

Also in Nghia Dan district, not far from Hon Mat, is Truong Gia Farm in Nghia Long commune, a fairly well-known destination in the Phu Quy region. Originally forest land and a portion of unproductive agricultural land, Mr. Truong Hung Cuong transformed and invested in the farm's service business.tourism.

Visitors from both within and outside the province know Truong Gia Farm as a "miniature Da Lat" in western Nghe An, with its colorful flower-covered hills, pine forests swaying in the wind, and many unique photo opportunities.

Recently, to attract and retain tourists, Truong Gia Farm has also organized lively concerts amidst the pine forest, and opened food and accommodation services.

Nhat Minh Farmstay in Chau Thon commune, Que Phong district. Photo courtesy of Dinh Tuyen.

Further north, in the border region of Que Phong, the Nhat Minh Farmstay in Chau Thon commune is also a popular choice for many tourists. From a pristine forest high up on the mountain pass, it has been transformed into an attractive tourist destination.TouristsPeople who come to Nhat Minh Farmstay often seek a quiet, peaceful place, where they can admire the clouds, mountains, and streams, and immerse themselves in an atmosphere tinged with nostalgia.

At the same time, they also had the opportunity to enjoy the specialty dishes of the Thai ethnic group in Que Phong, experience the food processing process, and capture memorable moments amidst the picturesque mountains.

A check-in point at Truong Gia Farm (Nghia Dan). Photo: CSCC

Having only been in trial for about a year, Dai Hue Farm in Nam Anh commune (Nam Dan district) is initially showing promising results. This destination is built on Dai Hue mountain, a sacred mountain range in Nghe An province, home to the famous Dai Tue pagoda. The tourist spot has the great advantage of being less than 20 km from Vinh City, making it convenient for welcoming and serving visitors.

Visitors to Dai Hue Farm often come to relax after stress and fatigue, admire and take photos amidst the centuries-old rose garden, and camp outdoors to relive childhood memories; they also organize the preparation of traditional dishes, imbued with the flavors of the countryside.

The emergence of privately owned tourist destinations has contributed to the socio-economic development of the locality. Having an additional tourist destination creates more job opportunities, facilitates the consumption of agricultural and handicraft products, and also provides a chance to promote the potential and strengths of the locality…

Managing and supporting private tourist destinations.

Fortunately, the local authorities always stand alongside private businesses, helping to resolve difficulties and obstacles during the process.developTourism. To date, with the exception of Hon Mat Eco-tourism Area, which is registered with the Department of Planning and Investment, most private tourist destinations are registered at the district level and are administratively managed by the local government.

These tourist destinations all receive attention and support from the local authorities in carrying out procedures, changing land use purposes, and ensuring security and order. Ms. Cao Thi Ha Le, Head of the Culture and Information Department of Que Phong district, said: "Private tourist destinations in the district are always guided in detail and fully on their operations, ensuring compliance with legal regulations."

According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh An, Deputy Director of the Department of Tourism, the recent emergence of private tourist destinations has contributed to making tourism business activities in the province more vibrant and diverse in terms of products and types.

Private tourist destinations are often associated with eco-tourism trends, guiding visitors back to nature, plants, and flowers. This trend is becoming increasingly popular, as urbanization and industrialization are widening the gap between humans and nature.

The emergence of private tourist destinations also allows state tourism management agencies to be more dynamic in their management approach. This means developing, adjusting, and expanding management regulations, forcing them to explore and research appropriate management methods, with the goal of protecting the environment, developing green tourism, and ensuring sustainability.

Tourists experience the rose garden at Dai Hue Farm, Nam Anh commune (Nam Dan district). Photo: Sach Nguyen.

In its role as a state management agency, the tourism industry always closely monitors activities.businessof tourist destinations, including private tourist destinations. Through this, we will promote, encourage, and remind establishments to ensure quality in their business operations, meet the needs of tourists, and maintain security and order in the area.

At the same time, support is provided in terms of human resources by organizing training courses to improve operational skills and service for tourists, such as communication, food preparation, housekeeping, table service, and destination management…