Phu Quoc, Vietnam

If you are visiting Vietnam and are looking for a quiet beach to chill on for a few days, fly or bus your way down to PhuQuoc Island.  We spent the last five days of a three week vacation here with four friends and we couldn't have picked a better place to finish off our vacation. There are nice beaches and interesting local flavour to experience. It's a short flight from HoChiMinh City (Saigon), or if you are adventurous or on a tight budget - you can also take a bus and ferry.
   

 

Ask at the front desk of your hotel about day trips. We did a fishing/snorkelling day trip which also took us to another beach on the island on the way home. You can also inquire about renting motorbikes at the front desk, which you should definately do if you feel comfortable on a motorbike. It's the best way to go see the crazy local market area. Or you can happily spend the day lounging on the quiet beach. There are ladies selling fresh fruit, and offering massages, but they don't hassel you like in Thailand. If you are looking for the party atmosphere similar to Koh Samui's Chaweng beach - then this might not be the place for you, but if you are seeking a quiet and beautiful paradise to relax and explore - there's no better place! 

You can check out more pictures of Phu Quoc Island here:

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