Van Don - A favorite tourist destination for young people

Today’s youth, especially Gen Y and Gen Z, are reshaping the way they approach travel. They are not only looking for destinations to take “check-in” photos, but also yearning to explore local culture, immerse themselves in the lives of local people and preserve their journeys in their own way.

This trend has pushed the tourism industry to change, from product and service development to operational methods to meet new needs.

Not just "check-in", today's youth also want to touch the cultural source of the lands.

TRAVEL TO EXPERIENCE AND TELL STORIES

The dynamic and bustling pace of life has caused young people to change their travel habits. Instead of making detailed plans months in advance, they are ready to “pack up and go” on inspiration. Each trip is an opportunity to explore nature, experience local identity and create their own stories. From mountain climbing, jungle trekking, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, enjoying traditional cuisine to immersing themselves in the life of the indigenous community, all bring unique experiences.

Young people, with their technological proficiency and content creation skills, often share their journeys via YouTube, TikTok, podcasts or personal blogs. A recording of the rooster crowing in the morning, a short video of the sunset on the sea, the sound of waves lapping on the sand, images of a bustling fishing village harvesting anchovies or golden rice fields are all authentically recorded by them. These stories not only reflect the natural beauty and daily life but also bring to life the cultural picture of each land, creating a special attraction.

Each trip is a story to tell about the intersection and connection between personal emotions and local cultural values.

It is the creativity and inspiration of young “tourism ambassadors” that have turned little-known places, such as peaceful villages or deserted islands, into attractive destinations. This also requires the tourism industry to innovate products, services and operations to keep up with the trends of the younger generation.

VAN DON - THE IDEAL DESTINATION FOR GEN Y AND GEN Z

Only about 2.5 hours away from Hanoi, Van Don is becoming a favorite destination for Gen Y and Gen Z - those who value experiences, love exploration and pursue the trend of travel combined with work (workcation). With increasingly modern infrastructure, beautiful natural scenery including blue sea, white sand, mangrove forests, coral reefs, ancient fishing villages and bobbing fish farms, Van Don offers a peaceful yet full-of-experience resort space in the heart of heritage.

According to statistics from the Quang Ninh tourism industry, in the first 7 months of 2025, Van Don welcomed nearly 1.5 million visitors, achieving revenue of about VND 2,253 billion, an increase of 126% over the same period. In particular, the April 30 - May 1 holiday recorded a 40% increase in the number of visitors, most of whom were young people of Gen Y and Gen Z, showing the growing attraction of this destination.

Activities associated with nature and indigenous culture such as orange picking, fishing, visiting fishing villages, exploring historical and cultural relics, kayaking, diving to see corals or enjoying fresh seafood such as sea worms, sea cucumbers, squid, crabs, etc. are all loved by young people. Among them, the tour "A day as a fisherman" stands out, where tourists directly participate in working with coastal people, thereby deeply feeling the hard but poetic life of fishermen.

In addition to local experiences, Van Don is also completing its high-end resort system. Many large-scale projects have been and are in operation such as Wyndham Garden Sonasea, Angsana Quan Lan, Grand Pearl Beach & Resort Minh Chau, Van Yen Resort or Oriental Arts Commercial & Entertainment Complex, meeting the diverse accommodation, entertainment and recreation needs of young tourists.

CRYSTAL HOLIDAYS HARBOUR VAN DON - A DESTINATION NOT TO BE MISSED

Located in a prime location with two sides facing Bai Tu Long Bay, near Ao Tien High-class Port - the gateway connecting famous destinations such as Ban Sen, Quan Lan, Co To, Ngoc Vung, Minh Chau ..., Crystal Holidays Harbour Van Don is considered the "heart" of Van Don tourism. This is a unique intersection between sea and island heritage and modern life, giving young people a stopover to fully experience the emotions in their journey to explore the heritage land.

Crystal Holidays Harbour Van Don is an ideal destination for emotional vacations for young people.

With a scale of 5 hotel - tourist apartment buildings and 1 international conference center building, Crystal Holidays Harbour Van Don is the most modern resort - entertainment complex in the region. The apartments are flexibly designed, optimizing functionality and integrating accommodation, commercial and entertainment services, meeting the diverse needs from relaxation, work to entertainment of the young generation.

The project is an important part of the “all-in-one” smart tourism ecosystem developed by Everland Group in Van Don, where accommodation, shopping, sports and entertainment converge. From here, visitors can join the Crystal Holidays Cruise with the itinerary “The Beauty of Van Don” to explore forests, bays, islands, trekking Bai Tu Long National Park, swimming in Quan Lan, Minh Chau or enjoying fresh seafood right on the fish rafts of Ban Sen fishermen.

Expected to be operational from the fourth quarter of 2025, Crystal Holidays Harbour Van Don is not only a truly “chill” resort space but also opens up opportunities for the younger generation to explore the cultural depth and thousand-year history of the ancient commercial port of Van Don.

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