Introduction

If you're planning a trip to Vietnam you won't want to miss Phu Quoc Island for the ultimate luxury weekend escape. Phu Quoc Island is the largest island in Vietnam located in the Gulf of Thailand. Vietnam's "Pearl Island" this paradise boasts high-end hotels, a casino, free night light shows, gondolas, exceptional Vietnamese hospitality, and some of the most beautiful beaches you'll ever see.

I'm going to provide you with all the information you need to book your stay, find the best places to eat and play, and make the most of your time on the island. Whether you have just 2-3 days or want to stay longer I've got you covered. I wish I could have stayed for a week but a couple of days in paradise is better than none and it's super affordable!

How To Get There

Getting to Phu Quoc Island is easy. Simply take a flight. I flew in with Vietnam Airlines on a Friday morning to experience my first night on the island. The flight from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Phu Quoc was smooth, fast, and affordable at USD 32. I booked my return flight for Sunday night. If you're a foreigner visiting Vietnam, you can use the same tourist visa you already have to enter Phu Quoc Island.

Where To Stay

I stayed at the Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc, a stunning haven situated on the pristine white sands of Bai Dai. The upscale resort has extensive accommodation options, including rooms, suites, and pool villas. The lush landscaped gardens, crystal clear lagoon-style pool, and pristine beachfront location create an exquisite tropical setting that exudes sophistication.

Located amidst the first sleepless super complex in the North of the island, the resort is surrounded by a variety of fantastic facilities and activities, such as VinWonders Phu Quoc, Vinpearl Safari, Vinpearl Golf Course, Corona Food Center, Grand World, and Corona Casino and Theater.'

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The Radisson’s breakfast hall is incredible, with a long corridor of quality Vietnamese and western foods. There is also a very sophisticated restaurant located on the premises where you can eat lunch or dinner or just a coffee served by kind attentive staff.

The resort is directly connected to the Corona Casino for those who enjoy gambling. Foreign visitors will need their passports to enter, while Vietnamese visitors can use their ID cards.

The resort also offers shuttles to the main city throughout the day and electric cars to the nearby attractions. The price for a night's stay was USD 88.

If you're looking for a slightly cheaper option, the VinOasis Phu Quoc next door offers similar amenities and is located right next to the beach. The quality is comparable to the Radisson Blu, but at a significantly lower price of USD 80 per night.

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What to Do

• Grand World
  At least one night you have to visit Grand World. This 24-hour miniature city is right next to the Radisson Blu. Des for tourists, you can rent an electric motorbike for USD 3 and drive around with your friends. During the day it has cultural shows, shops and cafes. I tried some traditional Vietnamese foods like Ốc móng tay (nails snails), oysters and clams.  I suggest going in the afternoon to walk around and eat a meal then be around for the 9:30 pm “Charm Of Venice” show. The nightly light show with gondola riding dancers and excitement. Corona Casino is right next door and after the light show would be a perfect time to visit.
• Dream Central: Have lunch at Bagels 'n Eggs
  ‍After taking a wrong turn down an alleyway I found a special place. Bagels ‘n Eggs is a very nice and peaceful place with delicious bagels. It’s also right next door to a hotel called “Dreams House”.

• Amazing City View: Sơn trà coffee
  ‍Visit Sơn trà coffee and see the sunset with the best views in Phu Quoc. I visited on my way out but you should make this a priority. It was a super chilled rooftop coffee shop with views of the whole town and beach. The Italian coffee was great and my friend had a complex, tasty-looking Avacodo drink.
• Sunset over the sea and cultural practices: Dinh Cau temple
  ‍The google review says everything I could say “The charming palace of Phu Quoc, when the sunset falls, the ship's shadow sparkles and turns into the mountains.” Visit around sunset. It’s right in the centre of town.

• Bach Dang Night Market
  ‍Radisson have a shuttle service to the Bach Dang Night Markets. Walk around and buy something from the food and craft stalls. I had a uniquely designed leather passport holder made in a couple of minutes for the small price of USD 5.

So You Can Go To!

Phu Quoc Island is the largest island in Vietnam located in the Gulf of Thailand. It is sight after by tourists from all over the world who get to experience a dream-like vacation. With dirt cheap USD 58 flights direct from Saigon, and affordable high end accommodation there is no reason you cannot treat yourself to the this amazing trip. Follow us on Instragram and share your travel pics. And don’t forghet to share!

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