Despite being the largest island in the country, Phu Quoc is surprisingly easy to explore without breaking the bank, the article wrote.
This tropical paradise spoils newcomers with a wide range of affordable activities, including taking a refreshing dip in one of the island’s many stunning beaches.
According to The Travel, the destination is a haven for street food lovers, with delicious bites available at affordable prices. While the prices for hostels here are slightly higher compared to the mainland, they are much cheaper compared to other popular islands around the world.
Canadian magazine also suggested several interesting destinations for travelers to visit in Phu Quoc, including Sao Beach, Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, Hon Thom Departure Terminal, Suoi Tranh Waterfall, and Vinwonders Phu Quoc.
“It’s hard to believe that these stunning islands around the world are so affordable considering how beautiful they are in real life,” the magazine wrote.
The Travel noted that nothing is more satisfying than enjoying beautiful and budget-friendly vacations, which is why the list of low-cost vacation spots seeks to help discerning travelers with their hunt for the world’s best cheap island vacation destinations.
Topping the list is Africa’s tropical island archipelago of Zanzibar, which is both a beach and history lover’s paradise. Most of the beaches are free to access, while the historic and charming Stone Town bustles with beautiful architecture and lots of cheap entertainment.
Second position goes to Bermuda, which offers world-class attractions at no cost. Its picture-perfect beaches are free to explore, as is the colorful capital of Hamilton.
Aruba, located in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea, is a budget-friendly destination for every traveler and takes the fourth spot, while Bohol in the Philippines ranks fifth.
Others to make the list of the 17 cheapest islands around the world are Boracay of the Philippines, Sifnos and Ios Island of Greece, Canary Islands of Spain, Hawaii of the United States, the Isle Of Skye of Scotland, Isla Holbox of Mexico, Varadero of Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Turks & Caicos Islands, Koh Phi Phi of Thailand, and Malta.
Itaca offers flavours of the Med in Vietnam
Phu Quoc Island has changed massively over the past seven years, just ask Xavi Pi, one of the three co-founders of Itaca Restaurant & Lounge.
Mekong Delta, southern islands are new domestic tourism hotspots
The Mekong Delta and southern islands like Phu Quoc and Con Dao are dominating domestic tour bookings as COVID-19 cases rise elsewhere in Vietnam.
The pristine beauty of An Thoi
Located in Phu Quoc island district, Kien Giang province, An Thoi archipelago is one of the few islands where nature has retained its pristine beauty.
Grilled sea urchin with spring onions
A great combination of pork fat and tasty sea urchin meat intermingled with the fragrant aroma of spring onions and roasted peanuts, the dish is a delicacy of fishermen in the central coastal region.
EPIZODE will be making an epic return to Vietnam’s island of Phu Quoc
After the huge success of its last edition, EPIZODE, one of the world’s most exciting music and art festivals, will be making an epic return to Vietnam’s island of Phu Quoc for its fourth edition from December 27 2019 to January 7 2020.
