French-Speaking Markets Are Among the Top Three for Vietnam Tourism Sectors from Europe

Hanoi, Vietnam, April 21, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Vietnam tourism sector welcomes annually 170.000 French tourists. If the Vietnam tourist visa is waived, then French tourist arrival increases. The sector needs qualified tourism workers for this market according to tourism experts.

“We expect good French traffic to Vietnam in 2010 after a recovery and visa waive. French-speaking markets are among the top three from Europe, aided by a direct flight between Vietnam and Paris. And though Vietnam is better known as a backpacker destination, efforts are being made to promote Vietnam as a luxe destination and attract upscale French-speaking travelers with niche tourism products,” said Pham Ha, Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Company. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com)

Luxury Travel, an award winning luxury travel and tour operator in Vietnam, announced the addition of Marie Garcia as its Sales & Marketing Senior Executive at its Hanoi Head Office.

Marie will be responsible for overseeing sales, marketing, and customer care with Luxury Travel’s business partners throughout Europe, seeking new business opportunities and coordinating the company’s national marketing program.

Born in Bordeaux, Marie also speaks English and Spanish, She has traveled to numerous regions around the world, however, she is continuously drawn back to Vietnam. Marie’s in-depth knowledge of the region will be an immense asset to Luxury Travel as it expands its influence in the European market especially French and Spanish markets.

“I am glad to join professional Luxury Travel Team (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com). We provide special services and unique tourism products to European travelers. We are committed to deliver world class services for the most sophisticated French travelers,” said Marie. She recently completed a Master’s degree from the International Management University in Bordeaux, France.

“Marie is committed to the idea of luxury travel concepts and responsible tourism in our new inbound adventure travel department and its ability to aid and empower local communities in developing countries which aligns perfectly with our own sustainable tourism commitment,” said Luxury Travel’s CEO Pham Ha.

Last year, the company served 10,000 satisfied customers. Among Luxury Travel’s, French ministers, Ambassadors, Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, the most recent VIP guest is Dr. John Quelch from the Harvard University.

The Luxury Travel Company is Vietnam’s first luxury tour company and full travel service agency. Luxury Travel is experienced in providing special services and unique tourism products to luxury global travelers. The company’s depth of experience and large infrastructure enable it to create unique itineraries with the operational confidence to fulfill client expectations.

Luxury Travel Company’s main business activities – luxury inbound/outbound operator, luxury adventures, custom tours, romance, wellness and spa, MICE, family travel and private travel arrangements for VIP stars, celebrities, Royal and Government clientele, private jet and yacht cruises.

Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) specializes in bespoke travel experiences for VIPs, small fits group led by expert tour guides to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand. All company operations are run by experienced, creative managers and guides. Headquartered in Hanoi, Vietnam, the company maintains management offices in Indochina, Myanmar, Thailand and a representative office in the U.S.

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