Phu Quoc celebrates welcoming its 20 millionth international visitor.

Vietnam's 20 millionth international tourist to arrive in Phu Quoc today is Ms. Karolina Agnieszka from Poland. This historic milestone marks the outstanding growth rate and significant development potential of Vietnam's tourism, especially Phu Quoc.

Ms. Karolina Agnieszka from Poland will be the 20 millionth international visitor to Vietnam in 2025 - Photo: CHI CONG

On the afternoon of December 15th, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Vietnam National Tourism Administration, in coordination with the People's Committee of An Giang province and local businesses, solemnly held a ceremony to welcome the 20 millionth international tourist to Vietnam.

The formal welcoming ceremony included rituals such as greeting the delegation at the airport, presenting flowers, showcasing traditional arts, and announcing and presenting certificates and souvenirs to the special guest, Ms. Karolina Agnieszka from Poland (the 20 millionth international visitor to Vietnam).

"Right now, I'm truly moved to tears. I feel so lucky to be here and have the opportunity to come to Vietnam. Your country is so beautiful. The people are friendly, warm, and open-minded."

"I love Vietnam and hello Vietnam. This is a moment I will cherish for the rest of my life. I will introduce all my friends and relatives in Poland to visit this wonderful country," said Karolina Agnieszka happily.

Leaders of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and leaders of the People's Committee of An Giang province welcome international tourists in Phu Quoc - Photo: CHI CONG

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Ho An Phong, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said that in 2025 Vietnam will officially welcome 20 million international tourists, a historic milestone for the first time in the 65-year history of Vietnam's tourism industry.

This also demonstrates the strong, sustainable, and remarkable recovery of Vietnamese tourism, in the context of global tourism having just gone through an unprecedented deep decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

"The international visitors to Phu Quoc this time are of great significance. This beautiful island has invested heavily in airport, seaport, and transportation infrastructure to prepare for hosting the Asia- Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum in 2027. This is an opportunity for remarkable tourism development and to welcome many international visitors," Mr. Phong emphasized.

The 19,999,999th international visitor was Ms. Milena Katarzyna Ciesielska and the 20,000,001st visitor was Mr. Karol Krzysztof Ciesielski - Photo: CHI CONG

The 20 millionth international visitor today will receive gifts worth nearly 500 million VND (including a high-end pearl necklace worth 200 million VND, a round-trip business class flight package with Sun PhuQuoc Airways, a stay at a 5-star hotel, a Michelin culinary experience voucher, golf, a cruise to explore the southern part of Phu Quoc Island, and a priority card for using entertainment services within the Sun Group ecosystem worth up to 300 million VND).

This occasion features two special international visitors: the 19,999,999th visitor, Ms. Milena Katarzyna Ciesielska, and the 20,000,001st visitor, Mr. Karol Krzysztof Ciesielski.

Both tourists are from Poland and received gifts worth over 200 million VND each (high-end pearls and vouchers for products and services within the Sun Group system).

In addition, all passengers on the lucky flight received welcome flowers and tickets to the "Kiss of the Sea" show in Sunset Town (Phu Quoc).

CHI CONG

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/tung-bung-don-khach-quoc-te-thu-20-trieu-den-phu-quoc-20251215155505192.htm