Vietnam is a land of breathtaking contrasts and sensory delights. It is a country that features everything from exotic culinary delights to breathtaking scenery. Seemingly endless, tranquil rice paddies stand in stark contrast to bustling cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi which embrace all the technology and conveniences that the modern world has to offer. The well-preserved colonial buildings of Hoi An play host to a slew of charming boutiques and tempting cafes while, further north, the local hill-tribe people of Sapa sell a wide variety of exquisite crafts and handmade trinkets. Beyond the urban areas, this diverse country is characterised by vast, verdant jungles and lush mountainous regions as well as an enticing coastline peppered with golden sand, palm-lined beaches.
Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island, lies in Kiên Giang Province and is a tropical paradise that feels worlds away from the mainland. Visitors are greeted with miles of palm-fringed white-sand beaches, turquoise bays, and a lush, jungle-clad interior. Adventure and relaxation abound: dive or snorkel vibrant coral reefs, kayak through secluded coves, cycle along scenic backroads, or hike through the majority of the island protected as a national park, teeming with wildlife. Phu Quoc is also famed for its local specialities, including fish sauce, black pepper, and the unique Phu Quoc hunting dogs, known for their ridged backs, curly tails, and striking blue tongues, adding a distinctive cultural touch to this idyllic island escape.
