{"id":26031,"date":"2025-10-30T16:03:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T16:03:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/?p=26031"},"modified":"2026-01-17T13:38:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T13:38:49","slug":"phu-quoc-the-jewel-of-the-sea-in-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/en\/phu-quoc-the-jewel-of-the-sea-in-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"PHU QUOC \u2013 THE JEWEL OF THE SEA IN VIETNAM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Located in the <strong>Gulf of Thailand<\/strong>, in the province of An Giang, Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam, often called <strong><em>\u201cthe pearl island\u201d<\/em><\/strong> for its pure and peaceful beauty. Recognized by <strong>UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve,<\/strong> <strong>Phu Quoc<\/strong> has become <strong>one of the most attractive destinations in Southeast Asia.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With more than 150 kilometers of coastline, the island offers countless beautiful beaches such as: <strong>Bai Sao<\/strong>, with its fine white sand, turquoise waters, and gentle waves; <strong>Bai Khem<\/strong>, quiet and hidden, perfect for those seeking privacy and romance; <strong>Bai Truong<\/strong>, where the sunset paints the sky in golden tones; and especially <strong>Bai Dai<\/strong>, ranked among the five most beautiful beaches in the world, featuring golden sand, pristine forests stretching to the sea, and a unique mangrove ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phu Quoc is also home to a natural sanctuary with untouched jungles, charming waterfalls like <strong>Suoi Tranh<\/strong> and <strong>Suoi Da Ban<\/strong>, and colorful coral reefs under clear waters. Its tropical monsoon climate brings sunshine most of the year, with a dry season and a cooler rainy season, making it ideal for both relaxation and exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond its natural beauty, Phu Quoc also captivates with its culture, friendly locals, and delicious seafood-based cuisine \u2013 from <strong>herring salad (goi ca trich)<\/strong> and <strong>Ham Ninh crab<\/strong>, to the island\u2019s famous <strong>fish sauce<\/strong> and <strong>fragrant pepper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phu Quoc is a place where blue sea, white sand, green forests, and warm hospitality come together in harmony. It\u2019s not only a destination to unwind but also a place to <strong>find peace and fall in love again with the beauty of Vietnam.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"661\" data-id=\"26033\" src=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-1024x661.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-1024x661.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-1536x991.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-2048x1321.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-410x265.jpg 410w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-2-93x60.jpg 93w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"26032\" src=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-5-90x60.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"603\" data-id=\"26035\" src=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-1024x603.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-1024x603.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-1536x905.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-2048x1206.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-7-102x60.jpg 102w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"26034\" src=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/epictripasia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Phu-Quoc-8.jpg 1934w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Located in the Gulf of Thailand, in the province of An Giang, Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam, often called \u201cthe pearl island\u201d for its pure and peaceful &hellip; 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