HCM City, Aug. 28 -- As the four-day National Day (September 2) holiday is approaching, Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up preparations to welcome an anticipated surge of visitors, with travel companies, hotels and tourist attractions upgrading services and offering new experiences to meet growing demand.

Offering new experiences

Across popular destinations such as Vung Tau and Ho Tram, new tourism products have been introduced, from beach and spiritual tours to cultural, historical and adventure packages. Infrastructure, including smart parking, public toilets and lighting systems, has also been upgraded.

At Ho May tourist site in Vung Tau, special events, including a water music show, Ho May Show, and Night Safari tour, offer visitors n...