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Da Nang, Hoi An, Lady Buddha, Marble mountain, Massage, Night markets, Old Town, Photography, travel, Vietnam, Vietnamese
It was only short flight from Hanoi to Da Nang airport where the coach was waiting for us to take us to our hotel in Hoi An. Hoi An is on the coast in central Vietnam just a short drive south of Da Nang.
After spending a few days in Hanoi, Hoi An was a breath of fresh air. The sky was blue and the fields bright green. Of course, this is to be expected as we went from a major very busy capital city to a small Asian town.
Hoi An which is a UNESCO World Heritage listed site retains much of its original charm and character with a French flair. It did not take us long to settle in to the atmosphere of this lovely town.
The locals are so polite, gentle and very helpful. Our hotel is in town and very close to most things including the Old Town, the city’s historic district.
Apart from visiting Da Nang, Marble mountain, the large Lady Buddha, the Old Town, the night markets we also were able to fit in a few massages and manicures.
I could easily return to Hoi An to stay for a week or 2. Each day would include the delicious fresh local food, a daily massage, perhaps a small tour, a cocktail or 2 overlooking the river each evening and dinner each night at a different restaurant in the Old Town. Good living and good health.
Beautiful photos to remind us of 3 happy days spent in magical Hoi An. Yes, could easily return for more time here.Food,cocktails and a massage ,make for happy life!
Yes, It is such a happy stress free life Mary.
Daily massages sound blissful!
It was Linda
Sounds really enjoyable. Glad your trip is tickety-boo!!!!
The trip is great but very happy to leave Saigon
On 6 Mar 2017 10:09 am, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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Looks and sounds just fabulous. Keep on enjoying and have a cocktail and massage for me please x
Hey Donna. I had cocktail for you on your birthday xx
On 6 Mar 2017 11:16 am, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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How glorious – could do with a daily massage & a manicure and pedicure too. – Enjoy & come home relaxed!
Hoi An was gorgeous Kay. Wish we were still there. Was happy to leave Saigon
Hoi An was gorgeous Kay. Wish we were still there. Was happy to leave Saigon
On 6 Mar 2017 2:11 pm, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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Your nice account brought lovely Hoi An back to me. See my account at https://longoio.wordpress.com/2014/02/25/past-glories-of-hoi-an/ and next too.
Thanks Francis. Hoi An is my favourite part of Vietnam
Lyn, are you traveling on your own or with a tour or guide? I was wondering how you were dealing with the language.
Hi Mary. I am travelling with my friend with an organised tour. I could not do this one on my own. It is a tough 3rd world country. I have no understanding of the language
We also used a tour group in China. Language can be daunting!
I’ve just returned from Vietnam as well and I just adored Hoi An. I totally agree with you about spending two weeks there! :D
Thanks Ellen for reading my blog and commenting. I could return just for the shopping but of course we know there is so much more
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Sounds like a fabulous place and your photos are lovely. Cocktails and massages sound good to me. Xx
Thanks Leah. I have no doubt that you would really enjoy it. It could be your new Bali. Many gorgeous resorts right along the beach front at Da Nang xx