Vietnam beach vacation

[Sarakenko]

Hi, I need some advice and suggestions on a Vietnam beach vacation...where to go and things you can do..? many thanks

[Ruby]

hi there,

You can enjoy a Vietnam beach vacation in many places from one end of the country to the other. If mainland Vietnam doesn’t appeal to you, you can consider Phu Quoc Island.

This is the country’s largest island, located in the southwest off the coast of Cambodia and part of the appeal of a Vietnam beach vacation here is that you can enjoy hikes along the jungle-covered mountains as well as scuba diving.

Another popular thing to do on a Vietnam Beach vacation is golf. Most of the best golf courses will be found around the small city of Dalat, although there are more excellent courses in the north around Hanoi and in the Mekong Delta around Ho Chi Minh City.

[SophiaBooth]

Hello dear,

The country has a long coastline, varied, complex climatic zones and generally a fair amount of rain.
The best beaches are mostly in the southern half. However, in that area it doesn't usually rain for long periods at any time, only showers, unless an infrequent typhoon hits the coast, so the beaches are basically OK all year round.

I think Hoi An is the best which situated along the south central coast of Vietnam, Hoi An is an outstanding example of a well-preserved ancient town that has been designated a World Heritage Site. Known as Faifo in the past, it was a major port town that boasted multi-cultural influences from the 16th – 18th centuries. Today, it is a quaint and picturesque town that can be easily explored on foot.

Thanks

[tienhip]

The wide range of cruises on the charming Mekong river through the beautiful countryside of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Joining our comfortable cruises, you will enjoy a cultural journey, a great opportunity to understand more about the simple life along Mekong River. Take a few days to explore the floating markets, meet friendly and hospitable local people, take part in all activities such as farming, fishing, weaving, biking… is really an interesting experience in your holiday.

[thuocdoc]

Nha trang is great place for scuba diving where u can practice your PADI test

[vietnamtour]

1) Hoian

Hoian is an enclave of beautifully preserved yellow and blue buildings that makes you feel like you just stepped back in time into an 18th-century trading post. Sapphire waters lie on the other side of a 10-minute bike ride north through stagnant rice paddies, old French colonial villas, and the occasional propaganda billboard. The beachfront of the famed China Beach — the beach where soldiers were sent for R&R during the war — makes up the southern stretch. Recently named one of the most luxurious beaches in the world by Forbes, this white sand beach is home to comfy resorts and secluded swaths of sand.

Hoian, however, has much more to offer than just a beach. Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1999, this coastal village was once known as the premier trading post in Southeast Asia for the Chinese and Japanese. A bike ride around town takes you back to life in a small far-flung trading settlement. However, since the influx of visitors, shoppers are more likely to come across trinkets and “made-to-measure” one-day tailors than authentic goods.

Market life is still prevalent next to the river where you will find fishermen paddling along in their boats, stirring up their catch of the day. For a sense of life before modern times, head into select buildings in the Old Quarter where you can view 200-year-old interiors that have been preserved for public viewing.

2) Quy Nhon

If you decide to include Quy Nhon in your itinerary, expect to encounter only a trickle of foreigners stopping by on their way to Nha Trang. In a country besieged by tourism, Quy Nhon can truly be described as an authentic experience. Crowds of Vietnamese gather on the beach to play volleyball at sunset and offer hearty “hellos.” A few large hotels graze the southern beachfront, but since the Vietnamese aren’t keen to sunbathing, you’ll likely find the beach to yourself.

A relatively small coastal city in Central Vietnam, Quy Nhon embodies a relaxed tempo not likely to be found in other Vietnamese cities. Grab a bike and slip along Nguyen Hue Road where a number of grins will greet you from people sitting in colorful plastic chairs. The longer you stay in Quy Nhon, the more you will appreciate the carefree lifestyle here.

3) Doc Let

This tranquil and secluded beach just north of popular Nha Trang offers a few small, hard-to-find, resorts. As Lonely Planet enticingly puts it, “the resorts on the beach are fairly isolated. If you’re staying here, be prepared to do nothing but lay around.”

When I was there I stayed at Paradise Resort, a small, 25-bungalow resort run by Mr “Chere,” a French expat who has lived in Vietnam for over 20 years. You can rent a bungalow for the night, and the price includes three meals a day. The gregarious owner is very inviting and keen on getting all his guests to have a great time, making this resort seem more like a stay at a friend’s than a hotel.

The resort is flanked by a small fishing village that proves an interesting excursion when not baking on the beach. During the midday you’ll find hawkers rocking in hammocks to escape the sun while children run a-muck between farm animals and the streets.

4) Nha Trang

Nha Trang has always been popular with the Vietnamese, but lately more and more backpackers and affluent travelers have been making their way here. The busy southern strip of the city is crammed with restaurants, SCUBA schools, and tour companies ready to take you out to sea and to one of the numerous islands scattered just off the coast. For those not ready to take the full plunge into the world of SCUBA, snorkeling is a great way to get intimate with the ecological kaleidoscope beneath the surface (and even copious amounts of alcohol found on the boat ride out).

Mama Hahn’s Booze Cruise runs daily tours to four islands under the sails of their two lanky dinghies: the “lazy boat” and the “party boat.” Steadfast swimmers up for socializing with other international miscreants and an accompanying jovial Vietnamese guide should bee-line it to the party boat. As long as you stay buoyant and don’t swallow too much salt water, you’ll be sure to make it back to nurse that lingering hangover by nightfall. Don’t say you haven’t been warned.

5) Mui Ne

Mui Ne, in Southeastern Vietnam, is a notable backpacker and resort beach, especially for those interested in kite surfing. On those windy days so common in Southern Vietnam, throngs of kites can be seen making polka-dot patches in the sky. The resort side of the beach is heavily subtitled in Russian to cater to the growing amount of tourists escaping the Russian winters. A manager at one of the multitude of seafood BBQ restaurants that checker Mui Ne road astutely observed, “[The Russians] are coming here a lot. I think it’s because it’s hot and very cheap.”

Though not easy, you can still find budget accommodations on the resort side of the beach for about $10-15, which is great considering that the backpacker side of the beach has lost nearly all its beachfront to erosion. A grey, impending concrete wall is now slammed by waves during high-tide leaving any idea of beach strictly to the imagination. There are a few bars and generic sit-downs here, and the low volume of traffic makes a motorbike tour up the 6-mile street safe and the best way to scope out the rest of what the area offer.

The resort side of the beach, lying on the southern end of Mui Ne, still has its sand, and the restaurants and bars there enjoy a party atmosphere well into the night. Just remember, Vietnam is not nearly as rife as Southern Thailand when it comes to beach parties, bean bag chairs, and fire twirlers — not that you’ll miss any of those things when you’re here.

[travelhobo]

There are many beach vacation spots in Vietnam to choose from such as the Phi Phi islands and Vung Tau, which is one of my favourite beach vacation spots in Vietnam. Vung Tau is about 2 hours from Ho Chi Minh City and the linking highway between Saigon and Vung Tau is just great. Also, the beach hotels in Vung Tau are suitable from standard tourist class to luxurious 5 star resorts.

Originally Posted by Sarakenko

Hi, I need some advice and suggestions on a Vietnam beach vacation...where to go and things you can do..? many thanks

[travelsense]

Nha trang beach very beautiful . Nha Trang has always been popular with the Vietnamese, but lately more and more backpackers and affluent travelers have been making their way here. The busy southern strip of the city is crammed with restaurant.

[othello2]

if you're looking for a family friendly spot, white sands, clear water, upscale resorts, and don't want to be awash with the backpacking crowd then, I would suggest going to the Evason Ana Mandara Resort in Nha Trang. It isn't the typical backpacker area and it's close enough to take the children to Vinperl Land amusement park if you feel like slumming.

[vnviservice]

Da Nang beach is the best choice for you. You can see all the long white sandy beach. The water is so pure and clean. Each of resort has own private beach so they keep their beach cleanly. From Da Nang beach, you can visit Hoi An ancient town or visit Ba Na hill. You will have a great time in Da Nang