Phú Quốc, voted Asia's most beautiful island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, welcomed nearly 7.1 million tourists in the first 10 months of this year, marking a 34.2% year-on-year increase, with the Vietnamese destination experiencing unprecedented growth that positions it as one of Southeast Asia's fastest-rising tourism hotspots alongside global recognition from prestigious travel publications.
The island received 1.35 million foreign arrivals between January and October, up 68.4% year-on-year and surpassing this year's target, according to An Giang Province's Department of Tourism, while daily operations now include nearly 60 flights bringing domestic and international visitors from key markets such as South Korea, China, and CIS member countries, demonstrating the island's rapidly expanding connectivity and appeal to diverse traveler demographics.
October to May represents the peak travel season on the island with sunny weather and clear blue sea, during which Phú Quốc has become a bright spot of Viet Nam’s tourism this year, attracting a series of Asian celebrities including actress-model Jumbo Tsang and singer-actress Gillian Chung, further amplifying international awareness and social-media visibility that drives curiosity among potential visitors seeking authentic tropical experiences combined with modern luxury amenities.
Skyscanner announced its Trending Destinations 2026 report, with Phú Quốc ranking second in the global list thanks to an impressive surge in travel searches, reflecting the island's meteoric rise from a relatively undiscovered gem to a must-visit destination that competes with established Asian beach paradises, driven by strategic tourism development, infrastructure investments, and Viet Nam’s 30-day visa-free policy that makes entry seamless for international tourists.
The island's transformation includes world-class entertainment ecosystems, billion-dollar resort developments, and attractions like Sunset Town and the Kiss of the Sea show that welcome thousands of daily visitors, while projections suggest Phú Quốc will continue breaking records as it targets 7 million tourists for 2025.
