Since Nha Trang is a well-established tourist destination, you’ll find no shortage of restaurants, bars, and activities. There are a few places right on the town’s coastal road, though most of the available housing is south of the city near the Vinpearl cable car station. Most listings are for homes with ocean views. Nha Trang has properties on the market that foreigners can purchase, and prices are lower here than in Vietnam’s larger cities. Living here offers a more local experience, yet it’s still convenient to all the amenities. The part of town about two miles north of central Nha Trang, just past the Cai River, is also a popular place for expats. The most popular part of town, commonly referred to as the tourist area, is located slightly south of the city center along the most popular section of beach, where you’ll also find the largest concentration of shops, restaurants, and bars. Comfortable studio apartments in good locations start at less than $350 per month, while one and two-bedroom apartments with ocean views can be found for less than $600 per month.įoreigners are likely to live anywhere in Nha Trang, though the majority live in one of two areas. Many places also offer long-term leases that offer even better value. Because it’s a resort-oriented city, many owners will accept renters for a week, a month, or a season. There are some public buses, but routes are limited, service is erratic, and expats rarely use them.įindinga place to live is easy. The city streets get a lot of traffic on weekends and holidays when tourists from HCMC descend on the city on other days, driving is quite manageable. Many foreigners living in Nha Trang own or rent small motorbikes to get around, though if you live in the tourist area and don’t plan on exploring the outskirts much, you can get by with walking, a bicycle, or the occasional taxi. Dental care is affordable and the quality tends to be as good, or better, than in the States. Several English-speaking dental clinics cater to an expat clientele. Prices for both medical care and medication are considerably less in Vietnam. Most western medicines are available over-the-counter. Vinmec International Hospital and Tam Tri Hospital both get high marks from Nha Trang’s expats. Vietnam’s top-tier hospitals are an hour-long flight away in HCMC, but two hospitals in Nha Trang provide healthcare adequate for most medical conditions. Pleasant sea breezes moderate the hot summer weather and there is minimal air pollution. The winter months from November through February are cooler and drier, though rain, when it does occur, is often at night. Temperatures rarely dip below 68 F or rise above 90 F. Nha Trang has one of the best beach climates in all of Vietnam. A lively beach scene is the norm throughout the year. High-end resorts and spas rub shoulders with simple guesthouses and humble cafés. The coastal area consists of dramatic bays and golden-sand beaches separated by rocky headlands. Spend a few months here, and you’ll likely find that you have as many Vietnamese friends as you do expats. As a result, the local Vietnamese are used to having foreigners in their city they’re friendly and curious, and many speak excellent English. Later, the town became a popular R&R spot for American troops. French colonialists turned this small fishing village into a resort town after discovering its crystal-clear waters and warm, sunny weather. Nha Trang has been a popular resort town for nearly a century. A few expats own small businesses, many volunteer, and others simply enjoy the pleasures of retiring in a relaxing, stress-free environment. You’ll find Americans, Australians, Canadians, Europeans, and Asians. It’s also an easy town in which to make friends, with an expat community of around 4,000 people. It’s a place where, once you stay a few months, you may never want to leave. Many visitors return to Nha Trang eventually and settle here, enjoying lazy, sunny days at the beach and fun-filled nights on the town. Its friendly and laidback, with a gorgeous beach on one of the most beautiful bays in the world. It’s a popular stop along the Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) tourist route, and many foreigners visiting Vietnam for the first time break up their trip here. Nha Trang is a true beach retirement haven.
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