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Goodbye Da Nang Hello Saigon: Is This The City For Us?

9,108 613 39:26 min 2026-06-12 0 reviews
Shawn & Amanda King
Shawn & Amanda King

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A family travel vlog documenting the King family's departure from Da Nang and arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) as they evaluate potential new homes. The video opens with a brief visit to Marble Mountains on their last morning in Da Nang, noting the 80,000 VND ($3) Grab fare from their hotel in the My An area, the 55,000 VND ($2.30) per person elevator and cave ticket, and the 45-minute visit time. They check out of Cecilio Hotel, praising its beach proximity, breakfast, and affordability. After a flight with VietJet, they highlight a 215,000 VND fee for adding middle names to tickets. In Ho Chi Minh City, they check into Seline Living Hotel in District 3 for $50/night, showcasing its studio layout with kitchenette and free mini bar. The evening includes pho ($3), rice pancakes, a banh mi ($2), and ice cream, all based on local recommendations. The vlog emphasizes the family's search for a new base and contrasts Da Nang's laid-back beach vibe with Saigon's energy.

Key Facts

  1. Marble Mountains elevator and cave ticket: 55,000 VND per person (about $2.30)
  2. Grab from My An area to Marble Mountains: 80,000 VND (about $3)
  3. Seline Living Hotel in District 3: $50 per night for a studio with kitchenette
  4. VietJet charges 215,000 VND to add middle names to tickets if not matching passport exactly
  5. Pho in Ho Chi Minh City: about $3 per bowl

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