In particular, Phu Quoc Special Zone welcomed over 6.5 million visitors in the past nine months; total revenue reached VND 31,138 billion. Notably, the Pearl Island received more than 1.2 million international tourists, accounting for 97% of the province’s total international arrivals. This highlights Phu Quoc’s position as a premier luxury resort destination in the region.

According to forecasts from An Giang’s tourism sector, Phu Quoc Special Zone is expected to experience a tourism boom in the final months of 2025 and the winter season of 2025–2026, especially with the return of Russian tourists and those from CIS countries (Commonwealth of Independent States). There is also hope to attract large numbers of tourists from the Middle East, China, South Korea, India…

Phu Quoc possesses all the conditions to appeal to Russian visitors, such as stunning natural landscapes, rich culture, cuisine, and especially a mild climate. It is ideal for both leisure and adventure tourism, with warm weather year-round, affordable prices, a safe environment, and high-quality resorts,… All are easily accessible via direct flights.

The return of Russian tourists and travel companies has helped reaffirm Phu Quoc’s brand as an attractive international destination and a regional luxury resort hub, boosting tourism and trade promotion activities. After disruptions caused by COVID-19 and other external factors, Phu Quoc Special Zone and travel agencies have partnered with Russian counterparts to relaunch charter flight campaigns from Russia and CIS countries to Phu Quoc.

According to the plan, Anex Vietnam Trading & Tourism Co., Ltd. will operate these charter flights, expected to bring over 60,000 tourists during the winter season of 2025–2026. Flights will depart from 14 cities in Russia and CIS countries at a frequency of 75–80 flights per month, ensuring the transport of over 10,000 international visitors monthly. The first flight bringing Russian tourists to Phu Quoc is scheduled for October 19. Anex Vietnam has developed diverse products and ramped up marketing and promotion of Phu Quoc through international media channels, especially targeting Eastern European and Russian markets.

To maintain tourism growth momentum, Phu Quoc is implementing various strategic solutions. Vice Chairman of Phu Quoc Special Zone People's Committee, Ngo Minh Tri, shared that the zone is carrying out urban renovation projects, building new roads, developing resort centers, and expanding the airport to serve the APEC 2027 Summit and boost tourism. Notably, Phu Quoc is applying a 30-day visa exemption policy for foreign tourists.

An Giang Province is gathering feedback from central ministries, scientists, and experts on the draft “Project to develop Phu Quoc into a national and international center for high-quality ecological services, marine and island tourism” to submit to the Prime Minister for approval in October 2025. Additionally, tourism product development activities such as evaluating the “Night Tourism Product Development Model” in Phu Quoc Special Zone are underway to diversify visitor experiences.

Since early 2025, Phu Quoc has organized numerous promotional events to showcase Pearl Island tourism and attract domestic and international tourists. Highlights include: welcoming multiple international cruise ships; hosting the 2025 Phu Quoc Tourism and Culinary Festival to promote local cuisine, export products, OCOP items, and specialty goods; receiving domestic and international Famtrip delegations; launching the Phu Quoc Tourism Sub-Association to stimulate tourism in anticipation of the APEC 2027 Summit; and the “1st Traditional Phu Quoc Fish Sauce Festival – 2025.” Also featured are seminars such as “Action for a Green, Zero-Emission Phu Quoc” and “Halal Standards – Muslim-Friendly Services” aimed at paving the way for Phu Quoc to tap into the billion-dollar Islamic tourism market and develop a promising Halal strategy…/.

News by Le Huy Hai

Translator: Thi Huynh