Photo courtesy of Instagram account linhlaplalaplanh18 Malaysia's World of Buzz newspaper has written about the country's largest island in the southern province of Kien Giang, saying it would one day become one of the top destinations in Southeast Asia. Photo courtesy of Instagram account Chiara Breschi Stunning, pristine beaches The beaches and small islands around Phu Quoc are a perfect getaway on the crowded vacation scene these days. You can visit Sao Beach, Long Beach, Truong Beach, Hon Chong Island, Hon Rom Island, Thom Island, and more. The options are endless. Photo courtesy of Instagram account grishabuben Rich history Not many people know that Phu Quoc’s history is another magnet drawing visitors. Phu Quoc Prison witnessed horrifying scenes of oppression during war time. Ngu Well is also worth a visit. This is where Lord Nguyen Anh found a freshwater source while fleeing from the enemy. He was the founder of the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945), the last … [Read more...] about Malaysian newspaper gushes about Phu Quoc Island
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Phu Quoc island to drive Mekong Delta’s growth
The world’s longest over-sea cable car connects An Thoi Town and Hon Thơm Island on Phu Quoc Island. It opened in February. (Photo courtesy of Sun Group) Kien Giang (VNS/VNA) - Phu Quoc island in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang is pouring more investment in tourism and transport infrastructure to become a driving force for development in the region. Mai Van Huynh, Chairman of the Phu Quoc District People’s Committee, said that in recent years it had mobilised sources to finance transport projects via road, air and sea that would connect to major urban centres in the country. The laying of a 110kV underground cable for the Ha Tien - Phu Quoc power supply project has been completed, while construction on Duong Dong reservoir, which supplies water at a capacity of 21,000 cubic metres per day, is underway. A project to build a waste treatment plant for the island is near completion. New urban areas and concentrated residential area projects are also … [Read more...] about Phu Quoc island to drive Mekong Delta’s growth
Construction and land violations rampant in Phu Quoc Island
Phu Quoc Island in the southern province of Kien Giang is facing the serious construction and land violations while a Government Inspectorate probe into land management in the province is underway. The Government Inspectorate have recently announced a 70-day inspection on the land management and planning in Kien Giang Province, including Phu Quoc Island, following continual construction violations in the province. Dozens of hectares of agricultural land in the island have been zoned for projects By late 2017, Kien Giang Province’s inter-agency inspection taskforce found many houses in Phu Quoc built without a licence. In the first three months of this year, up to 540 construction works were found to be built illegally in Phu Quoc Island. Authorities issued a total fine of VND318 million (USD14,454) for violators and four buildings were dismantled. It is easy to see dozens of hectares of agricultural land in the island have been zoned for projects. Along Bung Goi Road in Cua … [Read more...] about Construction and land violations rampant in Phu Quoc Island
Top 7 reasons to visit Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island this summer
1. The Hanging Gardens of Salinda Unlike the traditional perception of villas in a typical resort, “Salinda Sunset Villas” sits on the second floor, surrounded by tropical gardens. Each villa features a bathroom that opens up to a large private terrace with bushes and palms for a refreshing feel. The villas are connected with the main lobby by a “sky bridge,” which is commonly named by guests as the pathway to “the Hanging Gardens of Salinda.” 2. Thai Spa Salinda Spa, managed by Guru Spa Thailand, is famed for their warm Thai hospitality and authentic therapies delivered by professional therapists from Thailand. Signature treatments, such as the pearl massage or warm herbal compress pay tribute to Phu Quoc Island natural ingredients and ancient Thai wellness secrets. The interior design is culturally oriented in the most luxurious way: the balance of wooden and bronze elements with textured stones, and intriguing interplay between darkness and light … [Read more...] about Top 7 reasons to visit Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island this summer
Phu Quoc Island becoming international tourism magnet
VietNamNet Bridge – Phu Quoc Island has become one of the hottest holiday spots in the country in recent years as the local and central governments have gone ahead with ambitious plans to develop it into an international hub for eco-tourism, resort tourism and amusement and a regional financial centre. Island tour is a special product of Phu Quoc. — VNS Photo Truong Vi Phu Quoc, dubbed pearl island, is the biggest island in the country at around 600 square kilometres. With white sandy beaches and balmy weather almost all year round — since two-thirds of the island is covered in forests — Phu Quoc is a holiday-goers’ paradise. “What attracts tourists the most are the island’s wild beaches, its warm weather which allows tourists to bathe in the sea almost all year round, and its diverse landscapes from mountain to forest and sea,” Huynh Quang Hung, deputy chairman of the Phu Quoc District People’s Committee, said. … [Read more...] about Phu Quoc Island becoming international tourism magnet