Vietnam
BEAUTIFUL, RELAXING VIETNAM OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Abeautiful beach, offshore tropical islands, historical sites, great restaurants and coffee to die for: Welcome to Nha Trang, Vietnam’s premier beach destination. Large enough to never get boring, but still sufficiently small to offer intimacy, it’s a gorgeous cosmopolitan spot that attracts budget and discerning travellers alike. TOP SITES Nha Trang Beach Like the Gold Coast in Queensland or Santa Monica Bay in the US, Nha Trang’s soul is its superb beach. Stretching in an arc over six kilometres between the Cai River to the north and Song Sua Be River to the south, the wide golden beach is straddled by a well-planned boulevard that allows easy access to the beach.
Tip: As good as the city’s beach is, consider stretching your horizons. Numerous outfits offer excursions to offshore islands. Po Nagar Cham Towers
No, you haven’t mistakenly stumbled into a miniature version of Angkor Wat. But you will glimpse a stunning example of Vietnam’s longlost Champa Kingdom – a complex built more than 1200 years ago. The grounds are still used for religious purposes by Buddhists. Thermal Spas
With a name like 100 Egg Mud Bath, how could you not visit? Nha Trang locals believe the best way to get clean is to first get dirty. And there’s no better method than using the area’s abundant mud baths. EATING Nha Hang Yen’s Restaurant This beautiful two-storey eatery, adorned by pretty hanging lanterns, is in the busy tourist area of the city, but once inside you’ll feel relaxed and right at home. Dishes are meticulously prepared and incredibly good value. For example, a bowl of beef or chicken rice noodle soup is just $4. DRINKING Louisiane Brewhouse
Great beer, great location. Onthe beach, Louisiane has made its name as the go-to place for high-quality craft beer. You can see the large copper vats right next to the serving area The writer stayed as a guest at The Anam