Ho Chi Minh City, December 20, 2024 – After six months of preparation, HOTLIST 2024, one of Vietnam’s most prestigious events in the tourism industry, concluded with resounding success at Hotel Nikko Saigon on December 18th.
HOTLIST Travellive Editor’s Pick is an annual event organized by Travellive Media Group aimed at honoring brands and individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the tourism industry. This year, HOTLIST 2024 marked its first-ever offline event, creating a valuable platform for industry professionals to connect, discuss, and share experiences. The event also emphasized the creative and positive contributions of brands and individuals to the tourism sector, fostering strong growth.
The event was attended by representatives from government agencies such as the Quang Nam Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, as well as tourism promotion agencies from Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan, and Singapore… HOTLIST 2024 also attracted nearly 600 guests, including managers, experts, and business owners in the hospitality and tourism industry, both domestic and international, along with media representatives.
The Insiders Forum: A Convergence of Innovative Thinking and Strong Tourism Development Trends
In collaboration with The Brand Promise, Travellive Media Group organized The Insiders Forum, a platform bringing together industry experts, business leaders, and researchers to share experiences and discuss the latest market trends and information.
The forum provided a vibrant space for experts to share in-depth knowledge and practical experiences about the development trends of the tourism industry. With the participation of distinguished speakers such as Mr. Richard Burrage, Author of Vietnam Uninterrupted; Founder & Managing Partner – Cimigo Research Agency; Mr. Seng Soon Chuah, Director of Development, Southeast Asia & Pacific at Club Med; and Mr. Sam Korsmoe, Co-Author of Vietnam’s Asia Rising Star, the forum offered multi-faceted perspectives on the overall tourism market over the past years and forecasted trends for the coming year, providing valuable insights for industry brands.
Two in-depth discussion sessions on “Destination Management Strategy – Opportunities and Growth” and “Next-Gen Travel” attracted particular attention from the delegates. Panelists and the audience discussed innovative solutions to promote tourism, develop sustainable tourism, and meet the needs of the new generation of travelers.
Panel discussion 01:
- Robert Rankin (Moderator) – General Manager of Abercrombie & Kent Vietnam
- Michel Cassagnes – CEO of