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Vietnam's Phu Quoc hailed as a worthy alternative to Bali

Vietnam's Phu Quoc hailed as a worthy alternative to Bali

In its list of "the best Bali alternatives worth exploring," published by Australia’s leading travel site Escape, Phu Quoc, is highlighted as a standout Southeast Asian destination, thanks to its appealing blend of reasonable costs, striking scenery, and diverse experiences.
US media highlights Phu Quoc's growing profile as tourism destination

US media highlights Phu Quoc's growing profile as tourism destination

Phu Quoc moves to strengthen tourism standards ahead of APEC 2027

Phu Quoc moves to strengthen tourism standards ahead of APEC 2027

Vietnam's Phu Quoc races to build $47.5M water and waste plants before APEC leaders arrive

Vietnam's Phu Quoc races to build $47.5M water and waste plants before APEC leaders arrive

Three water and waste treatment projects worth a combined VND1.238 trillion (US$47.5 million) broke ground in Phu Quoc on Feb. 27 to close the gap in infrastructure before the island hosts APEC 2027 next year.
February 28, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
Phu Quoc launches rapid response team to safeguard tourists

Phu Quoc launches rapid response team to safeguard tourists

Authorities on Phu Quoc Island have established a tourism rapid response team to better protect visitors and address service-related concerns amid the local tourism boom.
February 26, 2026 | 06:40 pm PT
US media highlights Phu Quoc's nightly fireworks as distinctive tourism feature

US media highlights Phu Quoc's nightly fireworks as distinctive tourism feature

Leading travel magazine Travel + Leisure has published an analysis of Phu Quoc's tourism appeal, describing its nightly fireworks displays over the past two years as an unusual feature in the global travel landscape.
February 25, 2026 | 09:00 pm PT
Southern Vietnam hotspots overwhelmed by Tet holiday crowds

Southern Vietnam hotspots overwhelmed by Tet holiday crowds

Large numbers of travelers flocked to popular southern destinations such as Vung Tau, Da Lat and Phu Quoc during the Tet break, packing beaches and causing severe traffic jams on nearby roads.
February 22, 2026 | 01:20 am PT
Vietnamese woman who vowed to stay single for life marries Russian-French in 2 weeks

Vietnamese woman who vowed to stay single for life marries Russian-French in 2 weeks

Once adamant that she would never marry, Trinh Ha changed her mind after spending two days caring for Serguei Koudriachov, a Russian-French traveler six years her junior.
February 18, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes record-breaking international flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Asia's 'most beautiful island' welcomes record-breaking international flights ahead of Lunar New Year

Phu Quoc International Airport recorded 50 international flights on Feb. 14, marking the highest daily figure since the airport commenced operations in 2012, signaling a vibrant Lunar New Year peak season for the island.
February 15, 2026 | 04:36 pm PT
Sa Pa, Phu Quoc brace for Tet tourist rush as hotel occupancy rates reach 90%

Sa Pa, Phu Quoc brace for Tet tourist rush as hotel occupancy rates reach 90%

Popular tourist destinations like Sa Pa and Phu Quoc have reported high hotel occupancy rates during this year Tet holidays, which peak on Feb. 17.
February 14, 2026 | 08:00 pm PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' experiences unprecedented rise in interest among Korean tourists

Asia's 'most beautiful island' experiences unprecedented rise in interest among Korean tourists

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has seen an unprecedented spike in interest from South Korea, with volumes shooting up by as much as 71% year-on-year, according to Booking.com data.
February 10, 2026 | 04:50 pm PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' records 123% rise in foreign tourists in January

Asia's 'most beautiful island' records 123% rise in foreign tourists in January

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, welcomed 278,347 foreign arrivals in January, up 122.9% year-on-year and meeting 13.8% of this year's target, according to An Giang Province's Department of Tourism.
February 8, 2026 | 07:00 pm PT
Asia's 'most beautiful island' sees 60% growth in tourist arrivals in January

Asia's 'most beautiful island' sees 60% growth in tourist arrivals in January

Phu Quoc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, enjoyed a good start to the year with 983,387 arrivals in January, a 60.7% year-on-year increase.
February 6, 2026 | 02:59 pm PT
Phu Quoc a hidden gem worth a 16-hour flight, US journalist says

Phu Quoc a hidden gem worth a 16-hour flight, US journalist says

After a 16-hour journey from San Francisco, a writer for U.S.-based travel publication TravelPulse described Phu Quoc as a destination that offers a sense of discovery beyond more established beach locations such as Bali or Thailand.
February 3, 2026 | 06:45 pm PT
Sun Group and 13 elite brands join hands to shape hotel city in Phu Quoc

Sun Group and 13 elite brands join hands to shape hotel city in Phu Quoc

Accor, Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International and Lotte are among the hotel groups participating in a large-scale urban resort complex in Phu Quoc developed by Sun Group, which broke ground on Jan. 28.
January 30, 2026 | 07:00 pm PT
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc launches $2.6B mega hotel projects for APEC 2027

Vietnam’s Phu Quoc launches $2.6B mega hotel projects for APEC 2027

Phu Quoc has launched two massive urban developments worth a combined VND69.55 trillion (US$2.6 billion) as the island accelerates preparations for APEC 2027, reshaping its skyline to host world leaders and top officials.
January 28, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
Phu Quoc records 49% rise in accommodation searches from international tourists

Phu Quoc records 49% rise in accommodation searches from international tourists

Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island recorded a 49% year-on-year increase in accommodation searches from international tourists in 2025, reinforcing its growing appeal as a global travel destination, according to travel platform Agoda.
January 27, 2026 | 04:33 pm PT
Phu Quoc emerges as race-cation destination for Korean travelers

Phu Quoc emerges as race-cation destination for Korean travelers

With conditions favorable for outdoor running, Phu Quoc is drawing increasing attention from South Korea's running community as a potential race-cation destination.
January 27, 2026 | 11:15 pm PT
Phu Quoc named one of Asia's lowest-cost flight destinations in 2026

Phu Quoc named one of Asia's lowest-cost flight destinations in 2026

As travel demand in 2026 increasingly reflects sensitivity to costs as well as experiences, Phu Quoc has emerged as a beach destination that combines relatively affordable air access with a growing range of tourism offerings.
January 27, 2026 | 08:30 pm PT
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