Phu Quoc wins big at the World Travel Awards

This year, the World Travel Awards 2025 ceremony takes place on December 6 in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in the luxurious setting of Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB), gathering hundreds of senior leaders and elites from the global tourism industry.

On this prestigious red carpet, Phu Quoc made a strong impression by being repeatedly named in a series of important categories, affirming its position as the world's 'new tourism paradise'.

4 consecutive years holding the title World's Leading Nature Island Destination

In the most anticipated category, Phu Quoc won the title 'World’s Leading Nature Island Destination 2025' for the 4th consecutive time. This achievement is a testament to the allure of the Pearl Island with its world-class beaches, rich forest and marine ecosystems, and a tourism development strategy linked to sustainable conservation.

Bai Kem - Phu Quoc.

Notably, at this award ceremony, for the first time Bai Kem of Phu Quoc was honored as “World’s Leading Regional Beach – World's Leading Regional Beach 2025”. The fine, cream-like white sand, turquoise waters, and the bay's curved terrain are the reasons why Bai Kem has become one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet.

What helps Bai Kem reach iconic status lies not only in its pristine nature but also in the synchronized, world-class tourism and resort infrastructure ecosystem that Sun Group has meticulously created. Here, leading resorts such as JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa, Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, New World Phu Quoc Resort have set a new standard for high-end resorts in Phu Quoc.

Sunset Town and Kiss Bridge: Redefining Vietnam's "iconic tourist destination"

Phu Quoc is not only famous for its nature but also stands out thanks to its iconic international destinations.

Sunset Town.

Sunset Town receives the title "World's Leading Iconic Tourist Attraction 2025" for the second consecutive time. Likened to a giant open-air art museum by the sea, this is where vibrant Mediterranean architecture blends with iconic check-in spots, especially during sunset moments acclaimed as the most beautiful in the world. It also serves as an international-class outdoor art stage, hosting two blockbuster shows: "Kiss of the Sea" and "Symphony of the Sea," making Phu Quoc the only island in the world to feature 2 fireworks shows every night.

Kiss Bridge - Phu Quoc.

Meanwhile, Kiss Bridge continues to resonate globally, being named ‘World’s Leading Iconic Tourist Bridge 2025' for the second consecutive time. The unique design with two branches extending into the sea but not touching, separated by 30cm, has made the Kiss Bridge a symbol of love, of connection, and a social media sensation worldwide.

JW Marriott Phu Quoc: 7 years leading the world in wedding resorts

JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa.

Contributing to the complete picture of Phu Quoc's victory, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa – a masterpiece resort at Bai Kem, continues to successfully defend the title “World’s Leading Luxury Wedding Resort 2025” for the 7th consecutive year. The space, designed by architect Bill Bensley as a fictional university, along with a private beach and world-class services, has made this resort the number one choice for weddings, honeymoons, and high-end events.

WTA 2025: A "launchpad" for the breakthrough decade of Ngoc Island

Winning at the WTA this year is not only international recognition for the beauty and attractiveness of Phu Quoc, but also an important milestone in the journey of Ngoc Island to reach the world stage, while creating a strong impetus for the investment market on the Pearl Island.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways.

Selected as the host destination for APEC 2027 , a series of new infrastructure projects completing the urban space, connecting the airport to entertainment, resort, and conference centers, along with the launch of the airline named after the pearl island, Sun PhuQuoc Airways, creating a modern, seamless tourism urban model, Phu Quoc is getting very close to its goal of becoming the "leading tourism - investment paradise in Asia in the next decade".

With prestigious titles from WTA 2025 and the companionship of destination creators like Sun Group, Phu Quoc is entering a golden age, a time when every project, every investment product, and every experience contributes to bringing the Pearl Island closer to its position as one of the most anticipated destinations in the world.