According to An Giang Province’s Department of Tourism, the province served more than 5.8 million tourist arrivals in the two months, generating over VND15.75 trillion (US$600 million) in total tourism revenue, up nearly 60% year on year.
Phu Quoc earned VND13.5 trillion from tourism activities, accounting for 85.7% of the province’s tourism revenue.
Nguyen Vu Khac Huy, Chairman of the An Giang Tourism Association, said the Phu Quoc is increasingly affirming its strong appeal to international visitors with impressive growth, positioning it as a standout destination in Southeast Asia and a direct competitor to renowned resort islands such as Bali in Indonesia and Phuket in Thailand.
The impressive growth reflects effective tourism promotion campaigns as well as major investments in infrastructure, particularly the launch of international flights to Phu Quoc, Huy added.
However, he emphasized that the surge in international arrivals also raises demands for higher service standards, better environmental protection and richer tourism experiences.
The local tourism sector must continue improving service quality to retain visitors and ensure Phu Quoc lives up to its reputation on the global tourism map, he said.
This year, An Giang’s tourism sector aims for a further breakthrough in both visitor numbers and revenue, striving to strengthen its position as a leading cultural and eco-tourism destination in the Mekong Delta.
The local authorities view 2026 as a key year to further strengthen tourism infrastructure and services ahead of APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in 2027, which will be hosted by Phu Quoc.
Bui Quoc Thai, director of the provincial Department of Tourism, said preparations are under way to upgrade tourism infrastructure, improve service quality and enhance the island’s international image in the lead-up to the major global event.
The growing influx of international visitors is also considered an important opportunity for Vietnam to promote its image as a dynamic, friendly and attractive destination to APEC member economies.
To further improve the visitor experience, Phu Quoc authorities have launched a tourism rapid response team and a 2026 tourism code of conduct to better protect visitors’ rights, promptly handle incidents, and ensure a safe, transparent and civilized tourism environment.
The initiative is expected to strengthen Phu Quoc’s image as a safe and professional destination, while supporting preparations for major international events, particularly APEC 2027, and boosting visitor confidence.
The Vietnam’s largest island expects to receive 8.5 million tourists this year, up 5% from last year, including two million foreigners, an 11% increase.