Malaysian English-language newspaper “New Straits Times” said in an article titled “Visa-Free Travel A Boon” that Vietnam’s new visa exemption policy has attracted several tourists far exceeding the set target.

Seven out of the 10 most sought after destinations by Vietnamese tourists prior to the upcoming four-day national holiday comprise famous beach getaways, according to Booking.com.

Individual travel worldwide, and in Vietnam in particular, is witnessing increasing popularity in the last two years, statistics show.