6 Days in Phu Quoc VIETNAM with Kids - Should you go?

Beautiful resorts and endless adventures. Welcome to Phu Quoc. Over the next six days we'll explore everything this island has to offer from wildlife safaris, thrilling theme parks, to breathtaking sunsets and delicious local food. Let's explore. Now I know what you're thinking, this doesn't sound like Vietnam does it? But with the right expectations it might just be our best island getaway yet. We chose Phu Quoc mainly for the resort life, kid-friendly attractions and theme parks and really to enjoy a more spacious Vietnam and it definitely delivered. Our journey began with a short flight from Ho Chi Minh City and then a complimentary drive to Vinpearl Resort and Spa. Before we knew it we arrived in paradise. Our first impressions, Vinpearl Resort and Spa was grand and well organized. Our connecting rooms were spacious and perfect for our family stay. But no time to rest, we hopped onto the shuttle bus to explore our first stop, Grand World. Dinner by the beach was a great way to start the trip and of course we had to grab some ice cream before we could explore Grand World at night. It was a surreal yet captivating experience with its colorful canal side buildings, bustling night markets and lively entertainment. It's like a slice of Venice in Vietnam. Our second day started with an epic buffet breakfast then was off to one of Phu Quoc's biggest attractions, Vinpearl Safari. The animal show was actually quite entertaining and the zoo itself was well maintained with plenty of opportunities to keep you hydrated and cool along the way. The Vinpearl Safari ride was the main attraction and it was a cool experience for the kids to encounter the animals in the wild whilst being enclosed in a bus and lunch alongside the giraffes was just as memorable. If you love wildlife this place is worth visiting but if not you might find it skippable just to avoid the heat. Next up Vinwonders. Currently Vietnam's largest theme park and pretty much their version of Disneyland. With six theme zones we were in for a day of adventure. The biggest turtle shaped aquarium in the world The Seashell didn't disappoint with its mermaid show. We had lunch on the second floor and managed to get a semi-detailed view of the show. We squeezed in a few more rides before cooling off in Typhoon World. Then it was time for dinner and the spectacular once show to cap off the night. We highly recommend getting a spot early to ensure a comfortable yet fiery view. Our last day at Vinpearl Resort and Spa was spent by the beach and pool enjoying all the things the resort had to offer and making the most of the free cocktails before heading on to our next residence. We started our one hour journey to the south end with a quick pit stop in the city centre about halfway down the island for a delicious family lunch. Then continued our journey and checked into Premier Residence. Our room, a superior suite with two king beds was just the right size for our family of four. Before we could even head out to dinner we couldn't help but join in the phone party. An unexpected highlight for the family. We cleaned up and headed to Vui Fest, night market by the sea in Sunset Town. It was lively and full of options for the family. Even if you're not into eating street food, the evening lights and performances were worth checking out. A quick eight minute ride back to our hotel and we were ready to rest up for another big day. The morning beach walk was peaceful and even more so with the kids still sleeping. The breakfast buffet again was top notch although feeling a little bit more crowded than our Vinpearl stay. We decided to grab a buggy and our 10 minute ride showcases the deserted buildings that we had heard all about. Entering the football coliseum we were welcomed with chaotic lines to get onto the world's longest non-stop three rope cable car ride. As we approached the island we could see the future developments occurring and at the water park we'd be spending the day at. From lazy rivers to thrilling slides, it really had everything for all ages. The only way to get back to the main island was via the cable car and it was awesome to see all the little islands along the way. The cable car terminal was much quieter in the afternoon so if you only want to experience the cable car, best avoid the morning and just come after lunch. We decided to stay in for the evening enjoying a quaint beachside dinner by the resort. I couldn't go past ordering a woodjack and while it was hotel priced it was still cheaper than our Australian meals. A relaxing morning by the beach was capped off with a nice surprise when we got back to our room. We got to explore Sunset Town a little bit more before visiting the Kiss Bridge as the sun began to set. We enjoyed our last chance for some So our final thoughts? Well if you love resorts, beaches and affordable family fun, Phu Quoc is absolutely worth it. Especially when you're getting both island life, fun attractions for the family and of course Vietnamese food. But if you prefer cultural experiences over tourist attractions, you might find better places in Vietnam to visit. What do you think? Would you visit Phu Quoc? Let us know in the comments. Don't forget to like and subscribe and follow us for more family adventures.