Vietnam's Phu Quoc Hits Six Million Tourists, Cementing Its Place On The Global Map
Vietnam is captivating global travellers as Phu Quoc rises as Asia’s ‘most beautiful island’, driven by a remarkable tourism surge that has brought over six million visitors in just seven months. The island’s explosive growth is being fuelled by stronger international flight connections, easier visa access, world-class resorts and major infrastructure upgrades that are transforming it into a leading luxury destination in Southeast Asia.
Phu Quoc is emerging as one of Vietnam’s most powerful tourism success stories in 2026, fuelled by record visitor growth, expanding international connectivity and major infrastructure development. The island welcomed 6.8 million tourists in the first seven months of the year, rising 30% compared with the same period in 2025 and reaching around 80% of its annual target. Strong foreign arrivals, improved air links and preparations for future global events are transforming Phu Quoc into a rising luxury island destination in Southeast Asia.
