Phu Quoc, Con Dao among Southeast Asia's 10 most beautiful islands

Updated: 15:25, 28/07/2022

Readers of American travel magazine Travel + Leisure have voted Phu Quoc and Con Dao off the southern coast among the top 10 islands in Southeast Asia.

•Bac Giang locals get deep insight into national sovereignty over islands through exhibition

•Cambodia eyes speed boat service to Phu Quoc Island

•Phu Quoc, Cat Ba among most idyllic islands in Southeast Asia

For this year's Asia Best Awards survey, Travel + Leisure asked its readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe to choose the region's best islands based on activities, sights, natural attractions, beaches, food and friendliness.

Dawn on Con Dao Islands off the southern coast.

Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island off the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, is famous for its white-sand beaches and its production of fish sauce, an indispensable Vietnamese condiment.

The island has gained popularity after the government allowed 30-day visa free entry in 2014.

Situated around 230 kilometers (143 miles) southeast of HCMC, Con Dao Archipelago used to be known for its large prison first established by the French and later used by the Americans during the Vietnam War.

Today, Con Dao has made its mark on the global tourism map for its white sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue waters.

Phuket was voted the most beautiful island in Southeast Asia, followed by Koh Samui Island in Thailand and Bali in Indonesia.

Vietnam among top destinations for American retirees

Economical living costs and diverse travel experiences make Vietnam one of eight most ideal countries for Americans to move to after retirement, according to the Travel+Leisure magazine.

Top 10 hospitable tourist destinations in Vietnam in 2022

Vietnam's tourism sector officially entered the recovery stage after a long hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Acknowledging an increase in demand of search for destinations, US-based online booking travel agency Booking.com announced top 10 most hospitable tourist destinations in Vietnam in 2022.

Hanoi among 6 top cycling destinations: Booking.com

Hanoi capital city of Vietnam has been selected among six top cycling destinations by Booking.com online travel agency based on travellers’ reviews.

Vietnam – attractive investment destination for RoK investors

Vietnam is a destination chosen by investors from the Republic of Korea (RoK) in the spheres of technology, environment and high-tech industry, heard a conference in Ho Chi Minh City on July 22.

Hanoi among world's most ideal cycling destinations: Booking.com

Hanoi, famous for its centuries-old temples and French colonial buildings, is one of the world's six best places to explore by bicycle, according to a survey of travelers.

Source: VnExpress