Hanoi, May 3 -- Seoul (VNA) - Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam is quickly becoming a favorite getaway for Korean travellers, with arrivals growing and Koreans now playing a major role in the local tourism boom.

Korean media reported on May 2 that Phu Quoc, once a hidden gem two decades ago, has undergone one of Vietnam's most dramatic makeovers thanks to massive infrastructure upgrades and a proliferation of luxury resorts.

The Republic of Korea (RoK) remains one of Vietnam's biggest tourist markets, pumping millions of visitors into the country every year. While Da Nang used to be the go-to spot, Koreans are now heading south in droves, and many are calling Phu Quoc the "Jeju of Vietnam".

Korean vibes are everywhere on the island. ...