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We Spent Our First Day in Da Nang and Couldn't Believe the Prices

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Shawn & Amanda King
Shawn & Amanda King

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A family of three explores Da Nang on their first day, assessing it as a potential long-term home. They highlight the city's affordability, with a hotel room a block from My Khe Beach costing $42 per night and a Grab ride from the airport $3. The video covers practical logistics: finding a working ATM (BIDV), getting Botox for $190, and touring a coworking space (Tik Tak) with monthly rates. They sample local food and coffee, including salt coffee and egg coffee for under $2 each, and a full meal for $7.70. Rainy weather leads them to indoor activities like Eco Kids Play and Coffee ($3 entry) and a visit to Lotte Mart for groceries. The day ends with sushi for $26 and the Dragon Bridge fire show. The content is tailored to families and digital nomads considering relocation, with emphasis on cost of living, family-friendly activities, and remote work infrastructure.

Key Facts

  1. Hotel room near My Khe Beach costs $42 per night.
  2. Grab ride from Da Nang airport to hotel costs $3.
  3. Botox treatment for three areas costs $190.
  4. Coworking space Tik Tak offers monthly rates.
  5. Full meal for three at Chung Ban Mi costs $7.70.

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