Sapa’s hill welcomes more tourists thanks to homestay service
The mountainous town of Sapa is expected to welcome as many as 10,000 visitors on the upcoming National Day holidays this weekend, said Lao Cai Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism director Tran Huu Son.
The picturesque town of Sapa is gearing up to welcome an estimated 12,000 visitors during the upcoming National Day holidays this weekend, according to Tran Huu Son, Director of the Lao Cai Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Mr. Son noted that a significant contributor to the rising visitor numbers has been the expansion of homestay services. Approximately 50% of tourists have booked tours to Sapa's villages, which reflects a 25% increase compared to the same period in 2015.
Currently, around 120 families in Sapa operate homestay services, primarily located in the communes of Ban Ho, Cat Cat, Ta Van, and Ta Phin. Mr. Son emphasized that the homestay model has provided these families with incomes surpassing those from traditional occupations, particularly as many international visitors prefer to experience the local culture by staying in the homes of ethnic minority families.
Nestled in the stunning northern province of Lao Cai, Sapa was originally established as a French colonial resort and has since emerged as one of Vietnam's most sought-after travel destinations.
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