When the expectations for becoming a special economic zone faded and the tourism real estate market shifted into a defensive mode, Van Don faced the risk of becoming an unfinished destination. Yet, Everland Group’s steadfast implementation of the Crystal Holidays Harbour Van Don project was not only a counter-cyclical investment decision but a strategic step in building destination capacity to place Van Don on the international tourism map.

Investors seize a golden opportunity in the new-generation Van Don special economic zone

The year 2026 is expected to be a pivotal milestone for Van Don as the area moves toward establishing a new-generation Special Economic Zone with distinctive mechanisms and policies designed to remove bottlenecks, address development challenges, and strengthen regional and international competitiveness. At the same time, Van Don is gradually benefiting from a more open legal and policy framework aimed at attracting investment and promoting key economic sectors, particularly tourism infrastructure, logistics, and clean marine industries.

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