The authority stated that the security situation in some regional hotspots is complex, directly impacting international aviation and tourism.
Tour operators are urged to monitor Ministry of Foreign Affairs advisories, avoid sending clients to high-risk areas, and prepare for any incidents.
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Vietnamese tourists stranded in Oman were provided 5-star hotel accommodation by the airline. Photo: Mac Hieu |
Vietnamese tourists stranded in Oman were provided 5-star hotel accommodation by the airline. Photo: Mac Hieu
A Vietravel tour company representative confirmed the activation of emergency response procedures, reviewing all client groups linked to the Middle East to ensure their safety and rights.
The company currently has three groups, totaling 51 people, in Dubai, and one group of 24 people in Egypt. Due to operational schedule changes and airspace restrictions from escalating conflict, these groups are temporarily staying in hotels as a safety measure, awaiting airline updates.
Vietravel has arranged accommodation, meals, and essentials for tourists, maintaining clear communication among guides, operations staff, and clients for timely updates.
The company is also coordinating with airlines such as Emirates and Qatar Airways to advise clients on potential flight or itinerary changes. Tourists opting to postpone their trips can retain their full payment under current policies.
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Vietnamese tourists visit a desert in Dubai. Photo: Bich Phuong |
Vietnamese tourists visit a desert in Dubai. Photo: Bich Phuong
Amidst the escalating conflict, many domestic tour companies have collectively suspended tours to the Middle East since early March, prioritizing tourist safety. This decision comes even as many clients had already paid tens to hundreds of millions of dong in deposits for their trips.
The Vietnamese Embassy in the UAE reported that while the situation in key destinations like Abu Dhabi and Dubai is tense, local authorities maintain control.
The Embassy advises Vietnamese citizens to remain calm and follow instructions from local authorities and airlines. Those requiring evacuation are urged to register online so officials can monitor the situation and provide updates on assistance plans. Citizens needing help can contact the citizen protection hotline.
Experts suggest that regional tensions could disrupt international aviation, affecting transit routes through key hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, which connect Asia with Europe and Africa. This not only impacts tourism but also challenges airlines and tour operators in coordinating flight paths and client services.
Given these developments, Vietnamese tourists are advised to monitor information from Vietnamese Embassies in Middle Eastern countries and relevant authorities, considering postponing or adjusting travel plans if their destination lies within a conflict zone.
Bich Phuong
