Phu Quoc

The JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa, set on the southern sandy shores of Phu Quoc is a 20-minute drive from the airport and a destination in its own right. Designed by Bill Bensley to pay homage to the fictional historic Lamarck University, Asian and European aesthetics are blended in quirky style, evoking a whimsical Wes Anderson-esque ambiance that is utterly unique. The design concept is built around a narrative of a French colonial university campus founded in 1880, abandoned in the 40’s after the war, then restored and transformed into a resort by the Marriott International flagship brand. Each building is billed as ‘department’, with architecture and furnishings designed to reflect the subject of study. All 244 rooms offer plush bedding, complimentary WiFi, and fanciful character. Villas come with seafront views, balconies, and private pools; the signature villa has its own 50 meter infinity pool. Guests can unwind and indulge at Chanterelle - Spa by JW, a full service spa offering Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs and wraps, facials, massages. The Department of Physical Education provides guests with free weights, cardiovascular equipment, and complimentary fitness classes, as well as bike rentals, boating, kayaking, and snorkeling options. Choose to lounge by the Sand Pool, Shell Pool, Sun Pool, or Whirlpool, and sip artisanal cocktails mixed by the Department Of Chemistry Bar.  Dining options include an all-day dining restaurant, a beachside seafood grill, a smart casual restaurant serving international fare, and a French-style delicatessen and cafe.

This seaside boutique resort has an intimate, romantic feel that’s ideal for couples. Its 70 well-appointed rooms and villas feature cozy interiors and upscale amenities. A stroll through the resort’s tropical gardens will bring guests to one of the four fine restaurants on-site: The Pepper Tree, the hotel’s signature restaurant; Le Jardin, which serves authentic Italian-style cuisine; BBQ on the Beach, where freshly-grilled meats are served up seaside; and Le Bar, where a wide range of spirits, beers, and wines flow freely in an intimate atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy a private barbeque dinner on the beach. Cooking classes are available for those who’d like to learn some of the chef’s culinary secrets, and the on-site spa offers a host of indulgent treatments. For those who’d like some retail therapy without leaving the grounds, the hotel’s shop sells linens and resort wear. Meeting and event facilities are also provided for special and important occasions. 

Set on the idyllic oceanfront of Phu Quoc, off the coast of Cambodia, Salinda is the first five star resort on this Vietnamese island. Just a short flight from Ho Chi Minh City sees guests landing at the island’s international airport, just a 10 minute drive from paradise. Here, on Long Beach, the resort languishes in manicured gardens, offering tranquility and shade. The infinity pool and jacuzzi offer views of the sun setting over the ocean and the Salinda Spa boasts a team of therapists from Thailand. The restaurant, lounge and bar serve delicious refreshments, from international cuisine to carefully crafted cocktails. Guests can retreat to their room or suite, all of which feature a private balcony and are finished to a high standard with accents of local style.