Phu Quoc is the largest island and most unspoiled island of Vietnam. Rested in the mild waters of the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border, it is the ideal getaway for both domestic and foreign travelers who love to swim and relax. Phu Quoc seduces everyone thanks to sandy long beaches, untouched forests, charming hotels and resort, fresh seafood and family- friendly atmosphere. Here are five main reasons to visit Phu Quoc:
- Pristine Beaches
It is so difficult to find an off the beaten track island with many serene beaches as Phu Quoc. This beautiful paradise stretches 15 km coastline including Ong Lanh Beach, irresistible Bai Sao, tranquil Long Beach. The island’s northern coast is the best place for you to look for a sun-drenched paradise. Phu Quoc offers you a wide range of seaside activities: swimming, sun bathing, boat- sailing, scuba-diving which are very exciting and relaxing for both family and individual tourist.
- Untouched forest
Phu Quoc national park is one of World Biosphere reserves and among the Parks where the primitive forest is still remained in its original state. The spectacular beauty of this National Park is the combination of the forest, the ocean, stream, waterfall and mountain and hill.
- Luxury Hotels and Resorts
There are 75 luxury resorts and hotel with more than 2,000 rooms in Phu Quoc Island, can meet growing demands for guests. Phu Quoc welcomes about 200,000 visitors per year although the roomrate is much more expensive than other places in Vietnam.
- Fresh seafood
If you love seafood, don’t miss a chance to visit Phu Quoc. It is a paradise of fresh sea foods such as: fish, squid, lobster, crabs, oyster,etc. are available at your enjoyment with surprisingly cheap price. You also buy some bottles of Phu Quoc fermented fish source (nước mắm), the best specialities in the nation for your relatives or family.
- Family- friendly atmosphere
Many beach destinations in Southeast Asia provoke images of bustling nightlife, but Phu Quoc has a totally relaxed, even sleepy. Most of tourists are relatively early to bed so they expend most of their energy swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and taking fishing trip.
For now, Phu Quoc remains something of a secret, known only to the enlightened few. Little by little, however, the secret is getting out. Check out Phu Quoc before everyone else discovers this hidden gem!
(Source: Fordor's Travel)