Kem Beach on Phu Quoc Island, southern Vietnam. Photo by SG
Vietnam has emerged as the leading alternative to Thailand for tropical beach getaways, according to a recent Bangkok Post survey.
More than a quarter of respondents (26.3%) named Vietnam their preferred destination, ahead of the Philippines (18.9%), Indonesia (18.3%), Malaysia (12.7%), Cambodia (12.7%), and Singapore (11.1%). The online survey was conducted between July 30 and August 12.
The Bangkok Post highlighted Phu Quoc Island as a standout, praising its pristine, poetic beaches that are increasingly attracting global travelers.
The survey also noted that Thailand faces mounting challenges in maintaining its dominance, from safety and law enforcement to transport infrastructure and the creation of distinctive tourism products. Despite these issues, Thailand remains renowned for its culture, cuisine, hospitality, and affordability.
Vietnam, meanwhile, offers more than 3,200 kilometers of coastline and iconic destinations such as Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Ha Long Bay. Many of its beaches have been ranked among Asia’s and the world’s best by international travel magazines.
Recent years have seen strong investment in coastal tourism, with luxury resorts, high-end hotels, and a rising number of direct international flights connecting seaside cities.
Phu Quoc, in particular, has earned repeated global recognition. Travel + Leisure recently ranked it the third-best island in the Asia-Pacific, after Bali and Koh Samui. In 2024, Condé Nast Traveler readers voted Phu Quoc the second most beautiful island in Asia, behind only Bali.
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Source: Vietnam Insider