Vietnam's only representative in the list of the world's best islands.

The prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine's Readers' Choice Awards 2023 has selected Phu Quoc as one of the best islands of 2023.

On October 3rd, Condé Nast Traveler (CN Traveler), a leading global travel magazine, announced its Readers' Choice Awards 2023. This is the 26th year the awards have been held and is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the global travel industry. In the "Top Islands 2023" category, Phu Quoc was ranked among the top 10 best islands in Asia. Vietnam's Pearl Island ranked 8th with 88.89 points, surpassing Okinawa and Ryukyu Islands of Japan and Siargao of the Philippines. These scores were given by global readers based on their satisfaction with the destination. This is the second consecutive year Phu Quoc has been selected for this list and is also the only Vietnamese representative in the top rankings.

The dreamy beauty of Bai Sao Beach in Phu Quoc

Among Vietnam's islands, Phu Quoc is the largest, renowned for its pristine beaches with fine, creamy white sand, mild climate, and calm, crystal-clear waters. In 2015, readers of Condé Nast Traveler voted Bai Sao Beach in Phu Quoc as one of the 10 most pristine and tranquil beaches in the world, alongside famous beaches in Fiji, the Maldives, and Australia. Beyond its natural beauty, the island is considered one of Vietnam's most attractive destinations due to its many interesting cultural and historical experiences and diverse accommodation options, ranging from budget-friendly to ultra-luxury. Many international publications have described Phu Quoc as a "rising star" due to its rapid transformation, becoming increasingly appealing to tourists with its wide range of entertainment and recreational choices. One of the destinations currently attracting worldwide attention is the newly opened Sunset Town in the south of the island, described by South Korean news agency Yonhap News as a unique experience of viewing Mediterranean scenery in a tropical country, while Australian Traveller magazine asserts that visitors will be surprised when " exploring every corner of this town".

Sunset Town has a Mediterranean feel and has been highly praised by many international publications.

One of the other exciting experiences in Phu Quoc is taking the world's longest three-cable cable car to Hon Thom Island, or watching Asia's leading multimedia show , Kiss The Stars . For a truly authentic experience, visitors can visit pepper farms or pearl cultivation facilities, explore Phu Quoc National Park – where the primeval forest meets the sea – or Ham Ninh fishing village. In addition, Phu Quoc's culinary experience is also very distinctive, with dishes like bun quay (stir-fried noodles) and fish sauce considered among the best in Vietnam. Furthermore, Phu Quoc boasts unique and luxurious resorts that can satisfy even the most discerning travelers. Famous names such as JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort, Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, New World Phu Quoc Resort, Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort... are among the reasons why Yonhap News called Phu Quoc the "Maldives of Vietnam".

JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa impresses with its theme of a fictional 19th-century university.

Being selected as one of the best islands by CN Traveler for two consecutive years has affirmed Phu Quoc's position in the global tourism industry. Phu Quoc's recognition on the international tourism map is expanding rapidly. From an island previously unknown to international tourists, Phu Quoc is quickly catching the eye of the travel community, consistently receiving recognition from prestigious newspapers and organizations worldwide.

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