The Dufresnes

The Dufresnes

39:17 min 2026-03-12

The Most Authentic Tour Near Hoi An?! We Cycled Through Real Vietnamese Villages

A couple cycles through the rural countryside near Hoi An with Heaven and Earth Bicycle Tours, visiting working villages, craft workshops, and a family home on Cam Kim Island. The tour includes a one-hour boat ride, stops at a rice noodle workshop, a rice husking demonstration, a grass mat weaving session with a 74-year-old local, and a basket boat ride. Filmed in late January, the rice fields are...

The Dufresnes

8:06 min 2025-12-21

Cost of Living in Da Nang Vietnam as a Family of 4?

A family of four living in Da Nang, Vietnam, tracked all their expenses for November 2025 to provide a realistic cost-of-living breakdown. Their two-bedroom ocean-view condo rents for $800 per month, including water and internet. Food and groceries, including eating out and delivery, totaled $1,330. Electricity in the cooler month of November was $100. Transportation via Grab cost $29.60. Miscella...

The Dufresnes

44:22 min 2025-11-30

Should You Move to Hua Hin or Da Nang? Beaches, Cost, Visas Compared

This comparison video evaluates Hua Hin, Thailand, and Da Nang, Vietnam, as destinations for expats, retirees, digital nomads, and families. The creators spent a week in Hua Hin and live in Da Nang, offering firsthand perspective. Da Nang wins on affordability: Airbnb rentals start at $14/night versus $17 in Hua Hin, and mid-range hotels average $60–$65 versus $104. Da Nang also has an internation...

The Dufresnes

30:27 min 2025-11-19

Cham Island Village Walking Tour - Island Close To Da Nang!

A walking tour of Cham Island, a day-trip destination from Da Nang or Hoi An, explores the main village, fishing boats, basket boats, fresh market, and local restaurants. The video presents the island as an authentic Vietnam village experience beyond typical tourist stops, emphasizing genuine local culture and a laid-back atmosphere. Scenes include wandering through narrow alleyways, meeting local...

The Dufresnes

46:07 min 2025-11-16

Cham Island: Vietnam's Most Authentic Island You've Never Heard Of

Cham Island offers an authentic, undeveloped island experience a 20-minute speedboat ride from Hoi An. The main settlement is small, with homestays, local restaurants, and minimal infrastructure. Electricity and internet arrived only in 2016. Accommodation is exclusively homestays, with Cham's Corner Homestay available for under $15 per night. The island has no ATM, so visitors must bring sufficie...

The Dufresnes

54:33 min 2025-11-09

14 Reasons Why We Chose to Live in Da Nang Vietnam

This video presents the perspective of a family of four with dogs who relocated from Costa Rica to Da Nang and share 14 reasons for their choice. They highlight the city's blend of beach access and urban amenities, emphasizing the ease of balancing work and leisure. Safety is noted as a standout feature, with the family feeling secure allowing their teenage sons to explore independently. The cost ...

The Dufresnes

23:01 min 2025-11-05

HIDDEN Gem Market Near An Thuong Da Nang - INSANE Prices + Authentic Local Restaurant

An Hai Dong Market, located just a 20-minute walk from the popular An Thuong expat district, offers a refreshing and authentic alternative to the more tourist-heavy Han and Con Markets. This local hub is characterized by its cleanliness, friendly vendors, and organized layout, featuring sections for live seafood, fresh pork, vibrant produce, and household essentials. The market is particularly not...

The Dufresnes

28:16 min 2025-10-10

Vietnam's Best Beach?! DA NANG BEACH WALK 🇻🇳 My Khe & My An Beach Guide

This walking tour covers the southern stretch of Da Nang's coastline from the Da Nang Beach sign through My Khe and My An beaches, ending near the An Thuong area. The video showcases beach bars, restaurants, and clubs including Paradise Beach Bar, Casa Bay, Kala Kala, and WiWi. Beach chair rentals cost 40,000 dong, and lifeguards are present in the evening. The area features food trucks, massage s...

The Dufresnes

32:51 min 2025-10-08

Get To Know Da Nang! EXPLORING An Thuong Part 2: North of Main Tourist Area | Vietnam 2025

An Thuong's northern section offers a rapidly developing mix of construction, local life, and diverse dining. This walking tour covers streets between the main tourist area and the beach, highlighting restaurants like Miss Ni (three generations of Vietnamese cuisine), La Italiano (authentic Italian with live music), and Section 30 (craft beer and calamari). The area features numerous coffee shops,...

The Dufresnes

41:44 min 2025-10-02

Is This the BEST Area to Hang Out in Da Nang? An Thuong Streets 1-15 Raw Walking Tour 🇻🇳

This raw walking tour explores the vibrant An Thuong district in Da Nang, specifically covering streets 1 through 15. The host provides a street-by-street look at what has become the city's most popular tourist and expat hub, located just steps from My Khe Beach. Viewers can see the dense concentration of international dining options, including Indian, Greek, Mexican, and Western cuisine, alongsid...

The Dufresnes

55:48 min 2025-09-28

Da Nang Vietnam STOLE Our Hearts! Could This Be Our New Home? 🇻🇳

A family of four, after two years of research and a year in Bangkok, arrives in Da Nang to evaluate it as a potential long-term home. They explore My Khe Beach, the An Thuong neighborhood for street food, and the quieter Son Tra area where they have secured an apartment. The video documents their first impressions, including coffee at Caribou Cafe on the beach, a banh mi lunch, and evening drinks ...