Time magazine selected Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc in the top 100 best destinations in the world in 2021.
On July 20, Time magazine, famous for its prestigious lists of votes, especially the annual top 100 global influencers, listed the top 100 best destinations in the world in 2021. Challenges The pandemic in the past 2 years has changed the world, severely affecting the tourism and hotel industries. This is a tribute to places that have been at the forefront of figuring out how to adapt, build and innovate.
This year’s list was selected according to the criteria of beautiful, resilient and responsive tourist cities in the midst of Covid-19. For this list, Time solicited nominations across countries, regions, cities, and towns, targeting locations that offer new and exciting experiences. The list is born with 100 unique destinations, from the idyllic Portuguese town of Arouca, which now has the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, to Antarctica, which will experience a total solar eclipse next year. December. Some of the places on the list are not yet safe to visit, but all are worthy of “dreaming” of being discovered.
Phu Quoc pearl island is likened by Time as an idyllic paradise. It has become one of the fastest growing destinations in Southeast Asia. In 2019, Phu Quoc attracted 5 million visitors, an increase of 30% compared to the previous year. Currently, the pearl island is expected to reopen to international visitors from October with many new experiences. The $2.8 billion Phu Quoc United Center super complex of resorts, entertainment, casino and theme park has just been opened at the end of April, providing record-setting real-life shows, miniature Venice, Teddy Bear museum… Some accommodation options are also mentioned such as New World Phu Quoc including 375 villas, private beach and lush landscaped gardens; Luxury Regent Phu Quoc with infinity pools…
The millennial capital of Vietnam is changing every day, while maintaining a strong identity. This balance is exemplified by Capella Hanoi, a 47-room hotel where architect Bill Bensley designed the operas of the last century. Meanwhile, the city’s more vibrant side is showcased by the Dolce by Wyndham Hanoi Golden Lake, billed as the world’s first gold-plated hotel. Street food is also an attraction in Hanoi, a testament to strong national pride. Pho lovers were very happy when Bat Dan heirloom Pho, one of Hanoi’s famous restaurants, entered the top 50 “Asian Elite” restaurants in 2020.
Ho Chi Minh City is likened by Time to “the taste of Vietnam” when gathering many famous restaurants. Chef Peter Cuong Franklin’s Anan Saigon is the first restaurant in the region to earn a spot in the top 50 best restaurants in Asia. Here, the chef gets creative on classics like pho and dipping cakes. Recently launched restaurants include Monkey Gallery, where chef Viet Hong combines techniques and flavors from Vietnamese, French and Japanese cuisines. Esta, a modern Asian restaurant with an ever-changing menu, ranges from smoked eel patties to veal brisket sandwiches. Inspiring and delicious at the same time is Ivoire, a bakery that specializes in picture-perfect Vietnamese interpretations of classic French pastries, including small cakes and macarons.
Trung Nghia (According to Time )