Phu Quoc

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Pristine beach in Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is another beach paradise in Vietnam, home to some 70,000 people. The pristine white sand beaches that lie on the biggest beach is called Long Beach. On the center of the island are pepper fields, rain forests, the Suoi Da Ban river and its waterfalls. Most of the locals depend on fishing for their livelihoods.

Weather
Phu Quoc Island has two main seasons, the rainy and the dry season. The rainy season lasts from April to November. The dry season goes from December to March. It is better to come during the dry season, but the rainy season is not that bad. In June, July and August it rains, almost, everyday. But rains are strong showers that refresh the air. In a few minutes the sun shines back.

Temperatures do not vary much year round. The average temperature is 27C.

Accommodations
Although there are also some good hotels North of Duong Dong, the best hotels are on Long Beach. Currently there are two luxury resorts on Long Beach. New ones are under construction. Visitors on a tight budget can find accommodation on Long Beach. Most of the resorts have bungalows on the beach, but are not as expensive as one may think.

Touring the island
Visitors can ask their hotel for an island tour, or rent a motorbike (scooter). Driving on the island is easy as there is almost no traffic. The island is too big to see on bicycle, but some nice excursions are also possible via cycling. If traveling by motorbike, wear clothes that you will not mind getting dirty, as they will likely be sand red by the end of the day.

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Phu Quoc can be accessed either by plane or ferry. Visitors are advised to reserve ahead.

By air: From Ho Chi Minh, the flight to Duong Dong takes less than an hour. Alternatively, fly from Rach Gia (South of the Mekong Delta).

By ferry: From Rach Gia, ferries go to An Thoi (south of Phu Quoc). However, due to rough seas, it is recommended visitors go by plane.




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