In recent days, tourists from all over have flocked to tourist attractions in Kien Giang province. Of which, Phu Quoc is the most popular destination for tourists.
The increase in domestic and international visitors both proves the strong attraction of the Pearl Island to tourists from near and far. In particular, during this April 30 holiday, many international tourists expressed their joy and excitement when participating in activities here.
At all destinations, I was overwhelmed by the image of red flags with yellow stars displayed a lot to celebrate your April 30th anniversary. I felt immersed in the holiday atmosphere filled with national pride.
I have been to many places, but have never seen flags hanging everywhere like here - from small roads to entertainment areas, even seen from cable car across the sea, said Michael Becker, a tourist from Germany.
Mr. Rajiv Malhotra, a tourist from India, said: I feel the friendliness and energy of the Vietnamese people. The holiday atmosphere in Phu Quoc makes me feel like I am celebrating with your country.
In addition, Phu Quoc also has many music programs and laser performances combining special water fireworks, performances of fireworks blooming brilliantly on the sea with majestic background music, as if telling the story of Vietnam's strong growth, from heroic memories to a prosperous future.
Ms. Quach Ngoc Kieu, a tourist from Hanoi, shared: This year, I find the atmosphere of the April 30th Festival very bustling, everyone travels but does not forget to participate in commemorative activities, expressing national pride.
I feel proud and happy to live in peace, work, have fun and witness my country increasingly thriving. In particular, Phu Quoc is increasingly beautiful, civilized, and modern, and is loved by international visitors.
According to the Kien Giang Department of Tourism, in the first 4 days of the April 30 and May 15 holidays (from April 30 to March 3), the province welcomed more than 268,300 visitors, an increase of 9.7% over the same period; total revenue is estimated at more than 831 billion VND, an increase of 59% over the same period.
Of which, international visitors are estimated to reach more than 22,555 arrivals, an increase of 10.1% over the same period; visitors to tourist areas and destinations are estimated to reach nearly 167,000 arrivals, an increase of 7.1% over the same period; overnight visitors are estimated to reach more than 101,400 arrivals, an increase of 14.4% over the same period.
Phu Quoc City alone is estimated to welcome more than 128,000 visitors, an increase of 9.7% over the same period; of which international visitors are estimated to welcome nearly 21,400 visitors, an increase of 10.2% over the same period; overnight visitors are estimated to reach more than 50,000 visitors, an increase of 10.1% over the same period.
Mr. Bui Quoc Thai - Director of the Department of Tourism of Kien Giang province - assessed that in general, the preparation work to serve tourists during the holiday has been well prepared by localities and tourism service businesses, products and services have been consolidated and renewed, and some new products have been put into operation to serve tourists.
