With glittering seas and strong MICE capabilities, Phu Quoc is ready to embrace a wave of MICE groups. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock/CravenA
Vietnam is highly reliant on its MICE industry, with MICE travellers accounting for an estimated 15-20% of total visitors and up to 60% for major travel agencies during peak seasons.
Amidst this demand, Phu Quoc is fast gaining traction as a MICE destination, with special visa exemption for international tourists; Foreign visitors and Vietnamese citizens with foreign passports can enter Phu Quoc without a visa for stays of up to 30 days, and tourists from 13 countries – including Germany, France, the UK, and Japan – can benefit from a unilateral visa exemption of up to 45 days, regardless of the passport type or purpose of visit.
This policy simplifies procedures for MICE groups, allowing seamless entry for large delegations, and has boosted international connectivity, with direct flights to Phu Quoc from countries like South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia.
Conference facilities that blend flexibility with modernity
Phu Quoc's resorts are equipped with spacious conference rooms and halls suitable for various event types. A standout is the Sun Signature Gallery, designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, located in Sunset Town. This venue, which doubles as a museum, features a grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests, and is equipped with advanced technology such as an intelligent lighting system and high-quality sound equipment.
In late October, the Sun Paradise Land complex will unveil the Sun Convention Center in Kem Beach, a new venue managed by New World, with a capacity of 1,000 guests.
Stay and play in style
Staying in Phu Quoc is a breeze, with resorts such as JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, New World Phu Quoc, Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, and Premier Village Phu Quoc that bring MICE groups the best of both worlds in team-building and outdoor events on some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
Beyond events, Phu Quoc also offers a diverse range of recreational experiences for MICE groups to unwind and enjoy themselves, from golfing at the Eschuri Vung Bau golf course to attending the "Kiss of the Sea" multimedia show and vibrant VUI-Fest night market in the Sun Paradise Land complex.