Foreign tourists at Phu Quoc island (Photo VNA)Kien Giang (VNA) – Nearly 260,000 tourists came to Phu Quoc islandin the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang in January 2018, a year-on-year riseof 51 percent.
International tourists increased by 40 percent against the same period lastyear.
On average the district welcomed about 7,000 holidaymakers each day.
According to Vice Chairman of the district’s People’s Committee Huynh QuangHung, Sun Group will put into operation An Thoi – Hon Thom cable car in earlyFebruary to serve tourists on the traditional New Year (Tet).
The district is carrying out measures to ensure safety for tourists during Tetholiday.
Located on the Vienam-Cambodia-Thailand marine economic corridor,Phu Quoc is dubbed the “pearl” island.
Phu Quoc features amonsoon tropical climate. It has two seasons, the dry season from November toApril and the rainy season from May to October. The average temperature is 28degrees Celsius, allowing visitors to enjoy the island’s beauty at any time ofthe year.
Phu Quoc National Parkis one of the most attractive places in the district. It is home to 929plant species, of which 42 are listed in the Vietnamese and world red books ofendangered species. The park is part of the Kien Giang biosphere reserve,which was recognised as a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2006.
The island was namedas one of the 10 most beautiful Asian islands to visit in summer by tourismsite www.topinspired.com.
"This peaceful tropical paradise is Vietnam's largest island, which hasrapidly morphed from a sleepy island to a must-visit destination. It's stilllargely undeveloped as there is plenty of room for exploration. Dive the reefs,kayak in the bays or relax by lounging on the beach, indulging in a massage anddining on fresh seafood. It really is a perfect escape from reality andeveryday life,” the site said.-VNA
