Hanoi, April 22 -- Travel demand is forecast to surge during the upcoming holiday period covering the Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers' Day (May 1), prompting transport operators to increase capacity and roll out measures to ensure smooth services.

Transport experts said the back-to-back holidays will create travel patterns different from previous years. While some people are expected to combine the two breaks into a longer holiday, others will travel during either period depending on personal plans. Passenger flows are therefore likely to be more evenly distributed, helping ease pressure on transport systems.

The Hanoi Bus Station Joint Stock Company has prepared plans to mobilise add...