POTENTIAL OF AGRI-TOURISM IN VO NHAI DISTRICT, THAI NGUYEN PROVINCE

Abstract

Agri-tourism has been popular in many different countries such as Japan and Taiwan, and this tourism industry has significantly contributed to those economies. In Vietnam, this kind of tourism has recently introduced over the past decades and performed well in Mekong delta and Highlands. This study aimed to assess the potential of agri-tourism and suggest feasible solutions applying to Vo Nhai district, Thai Nguyen province. The study employed different methods to collect and analyse data such as semi-structured survey, secondary data collection and statistical comparisons. Also, this research looked at challenges and advantages from which solutions and strategy can be draw from. Agri-tourism is a new type of tourism and will be the focus of local governments in Vo Nhai district. As the district has many farming practices, natural and cultural heritages and if well-planned, the district will attract more investors and tourism business to improve the local economy.