Vietnam

Dragon Bridge fire show at night in Da Nang Vietnam - one of the free things to do in Da Nang

Da Nang Bridge: Watch the Dragon Breathe Fire and Explore the Market

Spanning 666 meters across the Han River, the Da Nang Bridge is a six-lane steel bridge that connects Da Nang International Airport to the city’s main roads and beaches. What sets this bridge apart is its dragon design, inspired by …
Japense Bridge in Hoi An

Hoi An Weather: What to Expect, Month by Month

Hoi An is one of those magical places that feels timeless, but its weather doesn’t always play by the rules. I visited in March (which is technically dry season)and still ended up dodging puddles and watching misty skies every morning. …
Tourists exploring Huyen Khong Cave with large Buddha statue inside Marble Mountains Vietnam

Do You Need to Be Fit to Visit Marble Mountains Vietnam? Here’s the Truth

Just south of Da Nang lies a cluster of five limestone and marble hills called the Marble Mountains Vietnam. This attraction is only 15 minutes from the city center of Da Nang and is easy to reach. I visited the …
View of My Khe Beach with coconut trees and a coconut boat

Why This Da Nang Beach Is One of Vietnam’s Most Underrated Travel Gems

I spent a full month living in Da Nang, and lucky for me, My Khe Beach was just a 10-minute walk from my apartment. It quickly became part of my daily routine: morning runs, sunset strolls, and late-night people-watching along …
Illuminated Da Nang Airport sign next to vending machines and fire safety equipment in a modern terminal setting

Your Guide to Da Nang Airport: What Every Traveler Should Know

Da Nang Airport (DAD) is the third-busiest airport in Vietnam, welcoming over 15 million travelers each year. It is located only 10 minutes from the city center and the beach, so it is easy to get to. I flew in …
Colorful lanterns lit up outside of a stall in Hoi An

5 Easy Ways to Get from Da Nang to Hoi An (With Costs and Travel Times)

If you’re heading to central Vietnam, there’s a good chance you’re wondering how to get from Da Nang to Hoi An. While I was in Da Nang for a month, I decided to take a weekend trip to Hoi An. …
Red sign that reads Da Nang Beach

Here Are 8 Things to Do in Da Nang That I’d 100% Do Again – Vietnam

Let me tell you about a city I didn’t expect to fall in love with—Da Nang, a coastal gem in central Vietnam. Despite years of travel, Vietnam had somehow never made it onto my itinerary. Then I came across Da …
A woman riding a scooter passing a yellow painted house in Hoi An Vietnam

14 Seriously Cool Things to Do in Hoi An Vietnam (Beyond Just Lanterns!)

Hoi An is sometimes overlooked when traveling through Vietnam. However, there are some things to do in Hoi An that are uniquely Vietnamese, so it’s worth a stop. I spent 4 days here while my partner got his advanced diving …
Entrance sign to An Bang Beach in Hoi An

An Bang Hoi An Beach: Where to Eat, Swim, and Catch a Sunset

You’ve made it to Hoi An—the lantern-lit heart of Central Vietnam—and you’re wondering where to soak up some sun. Let me take you to An Bang Hoi An Beach, a relaxed stretch of sand just outside the Ancient Town. I …
The famous golden bridge with blue skies and few people

Ba Na Hills Vietnam: What to Know Before You Go (And How to Love It)

I’ll be honest — I was on the fence about visiting Ba Na Hills. Crowds are my worst nightmare, I’m not in it for the Instagram photos, and I assumed it would be packed with tons of kids. However I …

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