Foreign tourists stay longer on Cham island
(QNO) - Cu Lao Cham (Tan Hiep Island Commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province) has been gradually becoming an attractive lodging destination, favored by many tourists for relaxation and cultural experiences.
Mr. Nguyen Nhat Thanh - owner of Monkeyland Homestay said, guests have increasingly chosen to stay overnight on the islands, especially on weekends.
Mr. Thanh shared that guests mainly stayed to relax, swim, or rent motorbikes to ride around the island. Some also went fishing in basket boats, snorkeling to view coral reefs, and experienced traditional crafts such as net weaving, making banh it (sticky rice cakes), weaving hammocks, or learning about the local lifestyle.
Tan Hiep Island Commune had about 45 homestays and lodging facilities (over 200 rooms), mostly in Bai Lang and Bai Huong Hamlets, operated by local residents. Surveys indicated that since the beginning of the year, overnight stays had steadily increased.
In the first three months of 2025, Cu Lao Cham welcomed over 36,000 visitors, including more than 17,200 international arrivals.
Visitors typically stayed three days, with some extending their visits up to 15 days. Besides swimming, snorkeling, and touring historical sites, guests also enjoyed traditional cuisine and nighttime activities such as squid fishing, stargazing, and hearing stories about island life and local traditions.