Most services had more visitors than the same period last year, of which tourist areas and destinations increased by more than 7%; Accommodation facilities increased by 10%; Travel companies increased 20%. The above results are due to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism proactively coordinating with districts and cities to guide tourism areas, destinations and businesses to increase investment in facilities and new tourism products, participating in tourism stimulation programs such as reducing ticket prices, selling goods at listed prices, ensuring safety for tourists, food safety and hygiene. The Department has also published 1,000 photo books; 40,000 brochures introducing tourism destinations, erecting hoardings, promoting tourism at rest stops... In particular, the Department successfully organized 2 conferences to promote Thai Nguyen tourism in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi.