In the first nine months of 2010, the number of international arrivals to the city reached 2.2 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 13%.

At this growth rate, the southern economic hub hopes to welcome the 3 millionth visitor in mid-December this year.

Ho Chi Minh City targets 2.8 million foreign tourists this year but the real figure may exceed 3 million.

The city’s tourism sector accounts for 60% of international arrivals to Vietnam, 45% of the country’s tourism revenues and 5.5% of its GDP. (VNA)


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