Known for its endless beaches, the island of “99 mountains” Phu Quoc is becoming quite the tourist hotspot. Vietnam’s largest island has much more to offer beyond its famous fish sauce and pepper. Chen Sea Resort & Spa Phu Quoc (Bai Xep, Ong Lang, Cua Duong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang, +84 (0773) 995-895) is a great place to make your base on this island in the sun, with 36 private villas, including 12 pool and spa villas that are actually traditional wooden homes shipped from the mainland and put back together on the property piece by piece. To add to your relaxation, the resort’s SPA Cenvaree has just launched its signature Chensea Herbal Body Compress Massage, a blend of classic massage, aromatherapy and heated compresses with 14 local herbs. You’ll come back refreshed, detoxed and looking good. The massage costs US$48 ($60) for an hour and US$60 ($74) for 90 minutes. Rooms are available at the resort from around $215 a night. Log on to www.chensea‑resort.com to book.
