Hue, July 4 -- The number of visitors served by accommodation establishments in the central city of Hue reached an estimated 1.22 million in the first half of 2025, marking a 26% increase compared to the same period in 2024, reported the local Statistics Office. Overnight stays totalled over 1.04 million, up 30.3%, while same-day visitors reached more than 213,000, a rise of 8.5%. Both international and domestic arrivals surged during the period as the city has hosted a range of prominent events under the Visit Vietnam Year - Hue 2025 and the Hue Festival, with highlights including the final round of Miss Vietnam 2025. According to the city's Department of Tourism, the top 10 international markets in the first six months of 2025 were Fran...