Da Nang Officially Kicks Off the Asia Golf Tourism Convention 2025
The 11th Asia Golf Tourism Convention 2025 press conference welcomed 450 representatives from 33 countries and regions to participate, setting a record for the annual conference in Asia.
In the afternoon of March 3, 2025, the press conference introducing the 11th Asian Golf Tourism Convention took place at Pullman Danang Beach Resort. The programme draws nearly 100 local and international representatives, including departments, branches, districts, the president of the World Golf Tourism Association, tourism companies, and news organisations.
At the opening ceremony, the leader of the Department of Tourism of Da Nang city gave an opening speech, emphasising the orientation of developing high-quality tourism, including golf tourism. In order to meet this goal, Da Nang continuously hosts large-scale events such as the Golf Tourism Festival, with a focus on the BRG Open Golf Championship, which be held from 2022 to 2024. In 2025, Da Nang City will continue to cooperate with the World Golf Tourism Association to host the 2nd Asian Golf Tourism Convention – AGTC 2025.
The 11th Asian Golf Tourism Convention takes place from March 30 to April 5, 2025, with main activities such as: Survey program for golf travel agencies (March 31 – April 1, 2025); the AGTC Golf Championship 2025 (April 2, 2025); the Asian Golf Tourism Conference with more than 4,500 meetings between buyers and sellers (April 3 – 4, 2025); and the Danang City Reception and IAGTO Awards Ceremony (April 4, 2025).
Mr. Tan Van Vuong, Deputy Director of the Department of Tourism of Da Nang City spoke at the AGTC 2025
According to Mr. Tan Van Vuong, Deputy Director of the Department of Tourism of Da Nang City, hosting the 2025 Asian Golf Tourism Congress is a valuable opportunity for us to introduce to international friends a dynamic, modern coastal city with outstanding tourism potential; promote the image of golf tourism, along with a system of 5-star hotels and resorts and beautiful natural landscapes; and high-class tourism services of the city. At the same time, this event will help our city affirm its position on the regional and international golf tourism map and open up many opportunities for cooperation and investment to develop golf tourism and luxury tourism.
Mr. Peter Walton, the Director of the World Golf Tourism Association spoke at the AGTC 2025
Mr Peter Walton, the Director of the World Golf Tourism Association, said, “When I first introduced the AGTC to Danang in 2017, there were only 4 golf courses in Danang and Central Vietnam. We expected that the success of the event would promote the sustainable development of golf tourism here. Eight years later, we returned and witnessed strong growth with 8 world-class golf courses.”
Golf tourism in Da Nang and Central Vietnam is not only growing in the number of golf courses but also in the number of golf rounds played. According to the statistics from the Central Golf Course Association, in 2024, the total number of golf rounds at Central courses reached 387,000 rounds, an increase of 13.8% compared to 2023, and is expected to reach 410,000 rounds in 2025, continuing to increase by more than 10% compared to 2024.
Da Nang Asia Golf Tourism Convention 2025
AGTC 2025 continues to affirm the charm of the hosted city when drawing a record number of registrations with 450 delegates, far exceeding the number of 340 delegates at AGTC 2024 in Abu Dhabi: “We knew that Da Nang would be an attractive destination for the 11th AGTC Convention, but we did not expect to receive such great attention,” said Mr. Peter Walton.
Among the 450 delegates from 33 countries and territories, the number of international buyers was 162, of which 54% came from Asia, 26% from Europe, 11% from Australia and New Zealand, and 7% from North America.
According to Mr. Peter Walton, AGTC 2025 will create great value for Da Nang during this event week. “Firstly, 168 tourism companies that specialise in golf tourism will have a chance to experience resorts and golf courses here; many of them first come to Da Nang. Secondly, more than 4,500 meetings were scheduled between international tourism agencies and golf suppliers. These meetings will generate increased revenue for golf destinations in Asia, Vietnam and especially Da Nang. Thirdly, by inviting leading travel companies from 33 countries and territories here, we can expand the market, helping Da Nang’s golf tourism industry no longer rely too much on one or two source markets.”
Within the framework of the reception, the World Tourism Association will announce the World Golf Tourism Awards, honouring outstanding golf courses and destinations voted by international golf tour operators. In particular, Da Nang will be awarded the title “Da Nang – Outstanding Contribution to Golf Tourism”, recognising outstanding contributions to the development of golf tourism.
“We are extremely grateful for the support from the Da Nang tourism industry and the cooperation from local businesses. It is truly a pleasure to work and reflect on all the best things about Da Nang,” Mr. Peter Walton emphasised.
In conclusion, Da Nang recently has been the attractive golf destination for both local and international golf lovers. The AGTC 2025 has now further enhanced the position of this beautiful place among the golf community. Please visit our Best Da Nang Golf Course 2025/2026 to get more information about top-notch golf courses with excellent design and world-class service. If you need any support in planning your golf holiday in Da Nang, do not hesitate to contact us; our experts are willing to help at any time!
