Economic gloom slows down Tet travel

Airlines, trains, and buses are all facing lower-than-expected demand on what are usually peak traveling days during Tet (Lunar New Year) next January.

Carriers attributed it to the fact that many Vietnamese are tightening their belts because of the economic woes, as are foreigners.

Sai Gon Railway Station said tickets are still available on trains departing HCM City for Da Nang , Hue and Hanoi one week before Tet, which falls on January 26.

Vietnam Airlines and Jestar Pacific said they have almost sold out flights from HCM City to Ha Noi just before the festival.

Source: VNA