
Vietnam
— The Destination —
Vietnam's largest island — palm-fringed white sand, peppercorn plantations and the country's most polished new resort collection. A quiet counterpoint to Halong Bay and a beautiful Indochina beach finish.
— When to go —
November to March — dry season with sunny skies, calm seas and perfect beach weather.
Tropical with two distinct seasons. The dry season (Nov–Mar) averages 25–32°C with low humidity. The monsoon (Apr–Oct) brings warm, heavy showers and lush interior jungle.
— Places to visit —
Sao Beach
powder-white sand and turquoise shallows on the island's south-east coast.
Vinpearl Safari
Vietnam's largest wildlife conservation park with open-range enclosures.
Phu Quoc National Park
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve covering half the island with jungle trekking and rare wildlife.
Dinh Cau Night Market
bustling evening market famous for fresh seafood, pepper sauces and local specialities.
Cable Car to Hon Thom
the world's longest three-rope cable car with panoramic island views.
Coconut Tree Prison
historic site and museum documenting the island's wartime past.
— Beyond Phu Quoc —
Ho Chi Minh City
French-colonial boulevards and Cu Chi Tunnels, an hour's flight east.
Mekong Delta
floating markets and river-life, a natural mainland pairing.
Siem Reap & Angkor Wat
short flight north into Cambodia.
Con Dao Islands
wild, protected archipelago with turtle nesting, a 45-minute flight away.
— Where to stay —