Tourists in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Photo: Shutterstock

Why are so many South Korean tourists visiting Vietnam?

South Korean arrivals are soaring and Vietnam’s increasingly lucrative tourism industry is changing to accommodate the influx
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are abuzz with Korean culture while beachside destinations like Da Nang, Hoi An and Phu Quoc are tailored for Korean tastes

Topic | Tourism

Crystal Tai

Published: 9:30am, 13 Jan, 2019

Updated: 12:42pm, 14 Jan, 2019

Tourists in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Photo: Shutterstock

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Crystal Tai

Crystal covers business trends and cultural criticism, with a special focus on Northeast Asia, for the Asia desk. Before joining the SCMP, she contributed to Quartz, i-D Magazine, Monocle, Wallpaper, Lonely Planet and other publications. Her broadcast commentary has been featured on BBC Radio, CGTN and other media.