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Former provincial city and capital of the former Kiên Giang province, Vietnam
Photo: Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Rach Gia is the capital of the province of Kien Giang, in the Mekong delta region of Vietnam. For most tourists it is mainly of interest as a jumping-off point for trips to Phu Quoc island.
A nice place near the ocean. No views. Free WiFi with a free computer in the lobby as well. Rooms are nice, brand new and have a flat panel TV. Map is on the website.
double room with own bathroom.
By plane
By boat
There are many hydrofoils or fast ferries operated by at least 3 companies to Phu Quoc.
There are motorbike taxis which will take you from the hotel to the bus station etc. There are some taxis as well. Most of them waiting in front of the market 300 m east from the bus station.
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