The Peppertree: A Must-Visit For Fine Dining In Phú Quốc

Phu Quoc is a wonderful island to pamper yourself in! On the island, there is an array of wellness centers and spas that unwind your weariness and bad mood. One of the highest-rated spas on the island is Le Spa, a boutique day spa, at Le Veranda Resort Phu Quoc. Completely rebuilt in November 2017, the brand new boutique spa occupies its own two-story building in a lush garden setting, featuring a covered yoga deck and 3 traditional French colonial treatment rooms, all with a refined French colonial ambiance. A full body scrub will flush toxins, hydrate, refresh your body, increase blood flow to your skin to help it rejuvenate. Then massage therapies from Swedish, Thai, to Vietnamese will help you relax and revive from head to toe. Not only adults but also kids can enjoy the body treatments. At La Veranda, a special treatment is designed to help children aged 4-12 relax their body and prevent hyperactivity. Mild and gentle virgin coconut oil is used to avoid possibilities of skin allergy. The light massage will give your kids physical and emotional pampering that they enjoy. Ladies may be also keen on beauty care for skin, face, body, and nail. Extra courses for dry, acne and sensitive skins are on offer to help enhance blood circulation, alleviates excess skin surface cells, prevent the growth of acne, and balance the level of your skin. Waxing treatments and nail care are also popular choices of female tourists coming to Le Spa. Three special treatments that are highly recommended are La Veranda Neuromuscular Treatment, King Gia Long Royal Warrior Treatment, and Anti-Stress Jet Lag Treatment. La Veranda Neuromuscular Treatment An intensely  therapeutic deep  tissue massage using  the masseuse’s  body weight with acupressure to aid in pain management as old injuries,  trapped nerves or chronic pain is nursed back to  full strength by flushing lactic acid and other metabolic waste from your muscles,  allowing more oxygen-rich and nutrient- filled blood to flow in.  Expect a deep and thoroughly relaxing massage.  It relieves chronic muscle pains,  restores proper alignment,  and increases flexibility in problem areas and chronic spinal pain.  A highly specialized and customized massage treatment including  4 to 5 sessions is recommended with each visit lasting between 2-4 hours using organic massage oils. King Gia  Long Royal Warrior Treatment The 3.5-hour treatment costs  4,030,000 VND but worths the money. In the past, before becoming the first emperor of Vietnam,  Gia  Long often came to Phu Quoc  Island to  rest and recharge between battles. Crafted for the highly stressed individual, this luxurious Royal Treatment pays homage to one of Vietnam’s greatest warriors.  Re-charge with 3-steps starting with a detoxifying scrub, followed by a customized deep-tissue massage with for back and muscle pains complemented with Vietnamese cupping to release trapped energies.  End with an anti-aging facial to protect skin against oxidation. Anti-Stress Jet Lag Treatment This jet lag treatment is an ideal Welcome Ritual. A treatment comprising of full body work concentrating on back, neck, shoulder and foot reflexology  to soothe  the body and promote circulation after a long tiring flight. A soothing warm welcome to start your stay. Consider These Information When Booking At La Veranda’s Le Spa: – Advance bookings are highly recommended to ensure your preferred time and treatment  is available. – Arriving 15  minutes prior  to your  scheduled appointment will allow  you time to fill in  a consultation card and discuss any concerns you may have with spa consultants. – Guests are asked to  refrain from using mobile phones within the  spa. Valuables and jewelry are best kept in your room’s  safety box. – Pregnancy: Inform the masseuse/therapist if you are pregnant so that the spa consultants can guide you in choosing treatments  suitable for  this special  time. – Health: Inform the therapist any health conditions, allergies or injuries, which may affect your treatment experience. – Gentlemen are advised to shave prior to all facial treatments to ensure a maximum result. – Cancellation: Four hours notice is required should you need to cancel or reschedule  your appointment. A 50% charge will apply for cancellations of less  than four hours notice and a 100% charge will apply for cancellations with no notice. – All treatments include services charge and applicable government tax. Aside from treatments you can book, Le Spa also offers wellness classes and activities including morning yoga by the sea, Vietnamese massage workshops, neuro-balancing analysis and private yoga sessions. All treatments make use of artisanal, organic products which are also available for purchase, allowing guests to take the wellness glow home with them. Other Options To Consider With tranquil beaches, salubrious sea air and year-round sun, Phu Quoc is truly the ideal Wellness and Beauty destination. Aside from La Veranda, there are numerous spas and salons range from inexpensive itinerant providers on the beach to high-end, world-class spas found in other luxury 5-star hotels. Sitting on the beach, you’re likely to be approached by ladies offering on-the-spot massages and other services including mani / pedis and even hair removal. In most cases, these women are minimally trained with poor quality accessories, so it’s a case of you get what you pay for. Day spas in Duong Dong include: Galina Spa (Tran Hung Dao Street, tel: 0915571007) offers a unique mud bath experience although the accompanying massage gets mixed reviews. Tranquility Spa (118/2 Tran Hung Dao Street) gets good customer feedback for their massages performed in a very basic home-like atmosphere. Phu Quoc Day Spa (100/3 Tran Hung Dao Street) is viewed as a good alternative to the beachside massages. The quality of the massages can be hit-or-miss depending on the staff. For a premium spa experience, another option is the recently opened Chanterelle Spa at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay has wow factor for its whimsical décor by acclaimed designer Bill Bensley. The spa offers Ayurvedic treatments, wraps and facials among its services, but expect to pay premium prices. The resort is located on the southeast part of the island, a prohibitive USD25 round-trip taxi ride from Duong Dong.

Contact us With miles and miles of pristine beach, a laid-back fishing village vibe and easy accessibility to the mainland via ferry or a short one-hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc makes for the ideal destination wedding. For the boutique wedding of your dreams, look no further than the intimate La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc. Named ‘Asia’s Best’ Luxury Romantic Beach Resort by The World Luxury Hotel Awards, La Veranda’s perfect mix of warm Asian hospitality, international-standard 5-star service and spectacular backdrops makes it the ultimate destination wedding venue. From barefoot beach ceremonies to classic cocktail receptions to inspired theme weddings, romance rules at La Veranda. Our crack staff of wedding planners, designers, chefs and servers are ready to turn your special day into a truly unforgettable one, hosting up to 60 of your closest friends and family. Barefoot Chic The resort’s private stretch of wide, sandy beach can be transformed into the perfect backdrop for a barefoot ceremony. Imagine reciting your vows under a gorgeous canopy with the sun, sand and sea as witnesses to your most special of days. Classic Cocktails Our Indochine-chic lounge with its vintage-inspired tiles and plantation-style doors opens out onto the beautifully manicured lawn to create an intimate indoor / outdoor space for your guests to mingle before and after the ceremony. Whether it’s cocktails under the star accompanied by soft ocean breezes rustling through the palm trees, or a full sit-down meal served on the beach, the lawn, or at The Peppertree, La Veranda’s own fine dining restaurant, your reception will be as memorable to your guests as it is to you. Sumptuous Theme Weddings Choose from an Exotic Vietnamese Wedding, complete with dancing dragons, blessings by a monk, and flowing silk tunics or a Tropical White Wedding theme where our gardens burst with sprays of all-white blooms, soft lanterns sway overhead and two become one under a bamboo arch draped in dreamy white linen. Imagine your wedding ceremony in a romantic paradise of Phu Quoc with a stunning sunset as the backdrop and gorgeous land-and-sea natural settings. All can be realized in La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc. There are two common themes on offer for boutique weddings: Chinese theme and beach theme. Chinese theme With splendid, boasting, delicious food and vibrant colors, Chinese weddings hold a special cultural status. Originated from millennial traditions, Chinese weddings carry a strong emotional connection to a myriad of brides and grooms who have come before, which is the reason why a Chinese traditionally-styled wedding is so special. In true Asian fashion, Chinese weddings feature meticulous customs and involve an array of deeply meaningful wedding rituals including the traditional Tea Ceremony, in which newlyweds serve tea to the groom’s family before receiving wedding presents. The centerpiece has an important meaning in any Chinese weddings as it signifies happiness and fertility. Traditionally, Chinese wedding receptions are splendid and vibrant events owing much to their most fundamental feature: the red color, a symbol of luck, happiness and prosperity. This is also the reason why the Chinese wedding dress is particularly styled in this color. Likewise, common Chinese decorative items namely lanterns, fans, or umbrellas often combine red with shades of gold as a wish for wealth and prosperity. These typical design elements can easily be incorporated into the decor, along with happily meaningful flowers such as red roses, orchids, peonies, narcissus, daffodils or other kinds of flowers that match your preferences. Another essential aspect of Chinese-themed weddings is authentic local cuisine, meticulously prepared for this special occasion, featuring a selection of delicious specialties, sizzling with flavor and style. To make your big day unique and unforgettable, La Veranda’s meticulous wedding planners will plan and tailor the marriage festivities according to your specific requests, making sure the design proposals meet your requirements. Beach theme Beach weddings always epitomize blissful romance. They are the sort of once-in-a-lifetime event that any women would dream of. This kind of weddings usually brings together small groups of about 50 people for an intimate affair with kins and friends. The idea of a beach wedding is appealing to many soon-to-be-wed couples, especially to those who are ocean lovers. It is the sea’s vibrant hues, from turquoise to brilliant deep blue pigment, blended with white fine sand that create a breath-taking wedding backdrop. La Veranda oceanfront destinations offer ideal venues for couples choosing to exchange their vows with the witness of everyone. Meticulous wedding planners at La Veranda will propose you many creative ideas, for instance by creating a fresh seafood-inspired menu, or simply by matching the color theme of your centerpieces with the surrounding coastal palette. Beach wedding packages are also designed to help you realize your dream of a beachfront wedding in style, associating the timeless elegance of chic contemporary accommodation and the naturally beautiful surroundings of the luxurious seaside locations across the globe. Documentation for a marriage has to be consulted with your national embassy and cannot be done in Phu Quoc but a nice and romantic ceremony can be arranged to make the dream come true. Contact us [contact-form-7 id="2570"]

Other than spending gloriously long days on some of Vietnam’s best beaches, Phu Quoc’s interior also has much to be discovered… A Walk in the Park Established in 2001, Phu Quoc’s National Park was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2006 for its diverse collection of flora and fauna, including 208 animal species ranging from mammals (lorises, macaques and langurs) and birds (including hornbills) to reptiles and amphibians. To explore the park located mainly in the northern half of the island, it’s best to have some experience on a motorbike, as paths are often just loose soil and sand. Nature lovers will enjoy taking walks available along marked park trails for a more up-close view of the forest and occasional glimpses of wildlife, especially towards the village of Ganh Dau. Bring water and a hat and expect little signage and sparsely maintained trails along the way. Phu Quoc Specialties As the Champagne region is to France, Phu Quoc produces some of Vietnam’s finest fish sauce, a pungent liquid extracted from fermented, salted fish and the must-have ingredient that finds its way into almost every Vietnamese dish. Phu Quoc fish sauce is world-renowned for its premium quality, thanks to the abundant seaweed and plankton around the island that feeds the anchovies needed for the dark golden colored sauce. In fact, fish sauce made elsewhere often falsely uses the Phu Quoc brand! Phu Quoc attractions include visiting a fish sauce factory where you’ll find larger-than-life wooden vats up to 4 meters high containing up to 13 tons of deliciously pungent fish sauce. You may want to buy a genuine bottle as a souvenir, but keep it wrapped well as the very smelly sauce is literally the last thing you want to break in your suitcase. Phu Quoc is equally well-known for its premium peppercorns, producing more than 1,000 tons per year. Especially towards the center and north of the island, visitors are likely to come across large swaths of land covering a total of 400 ha dedicated to this crop, known for its heat, pungency and strong aroma which comes from using only organic fertilizers and drying the peppercorns individually in the sun, thereby retaining their essential oils and natural flavors. It’s so delicious, you’ll often find Phu Quoc pepper fresh, still on the stalk, in stir-fries and other Viet dishes. If you’re careful, farmers will usually not mind visitors taking a look at the plants which are harvested by hand between February and July. In other months of the year, you can still tour the plantations to see the leafy green plants.