Quang Tri Province in central Vietnam, for coastal tourism,the "golden triangle,"has begun promoting itself as a new seaside resort. Forming the vertices of the triangle are Cua Tung (Cua Tung), once called the "queen of beaches," Cua Viet (Cua Viet) at the mouth of the Thach Han River, and the offshore island known for coral diving,Con Co Island (Con Co)..
*To match the source article's notation, the island's official name is "Con Co (Con Co)." Positioned as a special zone where tourism accounts for over 70% of the regional economy, it is advancing high-quality coastal resort development centered on low-density, green architecture.
What is the "golden triangle"?
The triangle Quang Tri Province envisions is the area linking Cua Tung in the north, Cua Viet 15 km to its south, and Con Co Island offshore. Cua Tung has a history of being called the "queen of beaches" in the early 20th century, and Cua Viet sits at the starting point of the East-West Economic Corridor. Quang Tri Airport, under construction, is between Cua Tung and Cua Viet, about 30 km from Con Co Island. It is expected to enter service in 2026.
Coral diving off Con Co Island
The star on the sea side of the triangle is Con Co Island. Designated a special zone where tourism accounts for over 70% of the island's economy, managed coral diving and sea turtle observation are planned. The aim is a style of enjoying the untouched coral reefs while being mindful of nature.
Not mass tourism, but "low-density and green"
What Quang Tri Province champions is not high-volume tourism but low-density development emphasizing green architecture. Boutique villas and eco-bungalows blending into the casuarina (whistling pine) groves, wellness tourism such as spa, yoga, and meditation, and forest conservation tours are envisioned. Note that Cua Tung has faced coastal erosion issues since the early 2000s, so consideration for the natural environment is a premise.
Overview of the triangle
| Base | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Cua Tung (Cua Tung) | A sandy beach once called the "queen of beaches" |
| Cua Viet (Cua Viet) | 15 km south of Cua Tung, the starting point of the East-West Economic Corridor |
| Con Co Island (Con Co). | Coral diving. Tourism accounts for over 70% of the economy |
| Quang Tri Airport | Expected to enter service in 2026, about 30 km to Con Co Island |
Summary: the central region's "next coastal resort"
Quang Tri Province's coast, close to the World Heritage city of Hue and to Da Nang, is a quiet option to watch from here on. A coral sea before the crowds, and eco-resorts that blend into nature. With the airport's opening ahead, it's a coast worth visiting while you still can.
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