NHA TRANG

Nha Trang is one of Vietnam's premier seaside resorts. Miles and miles of empty beaches, deserted bays, numerous islands and coral reefs provide opportunity to swim, snorkel and scuba dive. Nha Trang is well known for its pristine beaches and is fast becoming a popular destination for international tourists, attracting large numbers of backpackers on the South East Asia circuit. It is already very popular with Vietnamese tourists.

Nha Trang used to be a quiet fishing village. However, recent Government and private investment has transformed it into a thriving beachside resort town with, as well as the beach, a beach promenade several kilometres long and a variety of hotels ranging from brand new 5-star venues along the waterfront to small, family run hotels, all within easy walking distance of the beach around Biet Thu and Nguyen Thien Thuat Streets.

Beachfront cafes, restaurants and bars do a roaring trade with both foreign and local tourists, but the resort strangely rarely feels overcrowded.