(VOVWORLD) - Domestic tourists and foreigners living in Vietnam who meet safety criteria will be able to travel to Phan Thiet, the resort city of southern Binh Thuan province, from October 20.
 Bau Trang sand dune is an attractive tourist destination of Binh Thuan. (Photo: VOV)
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Binh Thuan tourism sector is developing a plan to welcome domestic tourists and foreigners living and working in Vietnam, while continuing to prevent and control the COVID-19 pandemic.
Accordingly, the reception of guests is divided into two phases. Phase 1 starts from October 20 to December 25, involving hotels recognized as 3-5 stars or equivalent, travel services, and attractions that meet safety criteria recognized by the Provincial People’s Committee. The pilot area is mainly in Phan Thiet city.
Phase 2 begins after phase 1’s review and assessment for further reopening expansion.
Binh Thuan’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has coordinated with the Department of Health to complete the COVID-19 vaccination for 2,900 tourism staffers before October 15.