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August, 17 2012 10:48:09

Travel firms aim to lure Thai tourists

Travel agencies from Da Nang, Quang Nam and Thua Thien-Hue will launch a roadshow programme to promote tourism in Bangkok, Thailand next month.

The programme aims to introduce regional highlights to Thai visitors. Natural attractions like Son Tra Peninsula, Ba Na Hills, and hot spring Phuoc Nhon will be showcased along with cultural attractions such as tuong (classical drama) performances, Cham Dance and the markets of Han and Con.

The central coastal city has hosted over 1 million tourists, including 313,000 foreigners. Revenues from tourism have reached VND2.33 trillion ($111 million). — VNS

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