Ho Chi Minh City in recent days has welcomed throngs of tourists from other countries, with many of them enjoying the pre-Tet atmosphere in the southern city. “They have captured and posted photos of Vietnamese people celebrating Tet on social media, contributing to promoting Vietnamese tourism," he said. Tourits shop at Ben Thanh Market in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Tet holiday. Local travel companies anticipated that Vietnam will continue to welcome large groups of international visitors to big cities such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Phu Quoc, and Phan Thiet in February, the peak season for inbound tourism. Tourits shop at Ben Thanh Market in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Tet holiday.