Mango Bay Phu Quoc, an eco-chic resort which has proven that being green does not mean having to compromise on style and luxury, looks set to develop its full potentials thanks to the new international airport on Phu Quoc island, recently opened in December 2012.

According to Talk Vietnam, this is “the first international airport built by corporate investment, not by the State budget as usual, and the first new international airport since 1975 as other airports had been upgraded on existing premises.”

Thanks to its position as barefoot luxury, Mango Bay already has a loyal following from Vietnamese travellers and Vietnam-based foreign expats alike, most of whom city-slickers looking to escape the humdrum of daily working life to immerse themselves in nature and pared-down elegance, which Mango Bay sure has plenty to offer. Prior to this new airport opening, all of them either flew from Ho Chi Minh City or took the jetty from the Mekong Delta.

“As Phu Quoc Airport is looking to have international services from Asia, Europe, Australia and America, we hope to tap into a new clientele of foreign travellers visiting us straight from foreign countries,” said Mr. Le Bihan Ronan, General Manager of Mango Bay Phu Quoc. “With our green credentials, along with two deserted beaches facing Vietnam’s best ocean sunsets and overlooking 50 hectares of protected sea, as well as great accommodation set in 20 hectares of indigenous natural forest and garden, giving a sense of space and seclusion, we are confident this new clientele of discerning travellers will love Mango Bay.”

The green credentials, which Le Bihan Ronan is very proud of, are the offshore reef sheltering fish and coral, and nurturing wonders, herons and eagles; the gardens and surrounding forest sheltering a broad collection of birds and butterflies; room interiors furnished with locally-made four-poster beds, wooden furniture, overhead fans and cotton mosquito nets, with wooden shutters to allow sea breeze and wind to freely flow.

Mango Bay ticks enough boxes to ensure its place as one of Vietnam’s favourite beach resorts. Here, guests can ensconce themselves on the sandy beach among the stunning backdrop of the turquoise sea and misty mountains beyond, reading a book among utter tranquility and silence except for the sound of waves gently touching the shore or the tinkle of cow bell. Or they can indulge in blissful paradise in one of Mango Bay’s signature touches: the outdoor bathrooms overlooking lush vegetation, with hot water provided through solar sources and toiletries made purely from natural and active ingredients with aromatherapy essential oil blends.

With the new international airport on Phu Quoc, more travellers from faraway countries will be treated to a way of life on the beach to uplift their mind, body and spirit at Mango Bay.

Mango Bay has 40 rooms and bungalows constructed using natural materials from the island. Its two restaurants and bars sit on rocks, only a few meters from the waves where guests can indulge in a chilled beer and fresh, succulent seafood. This eco resort benefits from two secluded beaches to swim, sunbathe or have a snooze, stretching green space with pepper plantation, island vegetable patch, butterfly farm, orchid garden and the resort’s own forest reserve. Also for guests’ enjoyment are a boat for up to 15 persons and a serene spa overlooking the beach.

Visit www.mangobayphuquoc.com, or call +84-903-382-207, or email reservation@mangobayphuquoc.com