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Phu Quoc, first seven months of 2025 – According to data from the An Giang Department of Tourism, total tourist arrivals to Phu Quoc reached approximately 5.2 million, representing a 31.8% increase year-on-year. Of this figure, international visitors accounted for nearly 980,000 arrivals, up 74% compared to 2024.

Total tourism revenue across the island surged to VND 24,866 billion, marking a remarkable 93.6% increase from the same period last year—sending a strong signal of recovery momentum and sustained growth.

Source: Internet

Notably, despite the period from May to July 2025 being considered the international low season, Phu Quoc continued to welcome over 350,000 international visitors per month, posting an average growth rate of nearly 80% year-on-year. This consistent performance across both peak and off-peak seasons underscores Phu Quoc’s transformation into a year-round international destination, no longer constrained by seasonal tourism cycles.

Expanding International Markets – Opportunities from Key Source Visitors

Key markets such as South Korea, China, India, and Europe continue to serve as primary growth drivers. According to Agoda, Phu Quoc is currently one of the most favored destinations among South Korean travelers, ranking second only to Nha Trang, and holds third place among Chinese tourists’ preferred destinations. At Phu Quoc International Airport, arrivals from China surged by 472%, visitors from Russia and CIS countries increased by 311%, and South Korean arrivals rose by 178% compared to the same period last year.

With international flight frequencies rising sharply—even during the low season—Phu Quoc’s aviation infrastructure and tourism services are providing a solid foundation for businesses to formulate and execute long-term development strategies.

This growth wave opens up compelling investment opportunities across accommodation, food & beverage, tourism experiences, and passenger transportation—particularly as Phu Quoc continues to demonstrate market resilience and stability beyond peak seasons.

Tourism Infrastructure and Strategic Planning – The “Island City Lever”

Phu Quoc International Airport is set for a comprehensive upgrade with a modern design. Source: Internet

Phu Quoc has recently been upgraded to a special administrative–economic zone, while simultaneously advancing preparations to host APEC 2027. Major infrastructure projects are underway, including the expansion of Phu Quoc International Airport to a capacity of 20 million passengers per year, the development of An Thoi International Seaport, intra-island transportation systems, and comprehensive tourism urban infrastructure. Together, these initiatives are laying a strong foundation for sustainable development and attracting high-quality investment across the tourism and service sectors.

Under these conditions, Phu Quoc is no longer merely a tourist destination—it is emerging as a strategic investment corridor, positioning itself as a new resort and entertainment hub of Southeast Asia.

Positive Signals for Long-Term Investment Capital

Phu Quoc is progressing steadily along its strategic development trajectory, underpinned by three core pillars that form the foundation for long-term sustainability:

• Stable growth momentum, maintained even during international tourism low seasons
• An expanding and increasingly diversified international visitor base
• Synchronized infrastructure development, modern planning, and a flexible special-zone mechanism

Beyond its appeal as a travel destination, Phu Quoc is rising as a high-potential service consumption market. For investors in accommodation, gastronomy, transportation, and experiential tourism, this represents a golden window to establish long-term business models—leveraging regional competitive advantages to capture the emerging trend of high-quality tourism across the region.

With this outlook, Phu Quoc is firmly on track to become a global tourism hub—a nexus connecting premium experiences, international partnerships, and long-term service market expansion. Given current market dynamics, those who act early stand before a significant opportunity to pioneer investment values that endure beyond time.