Recognizing ethnic minorities as a crucial force in sustainable tourism development, Lao Cai has been promoting training and improving the quality of its local workforce, contributing to preserving cultural identity and attracting tourists.
Ms. Thào Thị Khu, a tour guide in Giàng Tà Chải village, Tả Van commune, Sa Pa town (formerly), now Tả Van commune, Lào Cai province, has been dedicated to this profession for 10 years.
Initially, Ms. Khu only guided tours based on what she learned on her own. In recent years, having participated in professional development courses and training organized by the local authorities and the tourism industry, she has gradually improved her communication skills, thereby introducing local culture to tourists in a systematic and professional manner.