Living in Da Nang: A Guide for Expats and Digital Nomads

Powell Lumor

33:33 min 2026-03-06 113

I Didn´t Expect to See This...... Very Different Feeling In Da Nang Tonight 🇻🇳 (Part 2)

Powell Lumor explores the vibrant evening atmosphere of Da Nang's An Thuong expat district and the My Khe beach area. The walk highlights the social fabric of the city, featuring spontaneous interactions with travelers from Japan and Malaysia, showcasing the welcoming community vibe. Practical insights include a visit to the newly opened McDonald's near the coast, where the host discusses local pr...

Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

9:00 min 2026-03-06 89

Da Nang Is Changing Fast… Here’s What Expats Need to Know

Mai, a Canadian-born expat and mother of two, provides a comprehensive update on living in Da Nang after two years of residency. She details the city's rapid evolution, noting that while prices for modern two-bedroom apartments have risen to the $600–$800 range, the quality of life remains high compared to Western countries. The discussion covers essential logistics for digital nomads and families...

Hamid Wanders

12:39 min 2026-03-05 6

Da Nang to Quy Nhon Vietnam 🇻🇳 The Most Beautiful Train Journey I Didn’t Expect!

Hamid Wanders documents a coastal train journey from Da Nang to Quy Nhon, offering a personal perspective on transitioning from a bustling tourist hub to a quieter coastal alternative. The narrative begins in Da Nang, where the host reflects on the city's growing crowds and rising costs, specifically noting the high concentration of Canadian expats and the iconic Dragon Bridge. The journey highlig...

Social Samy Walks

23:59 min 2026-03-04 124

Living in Da Nang: Is This Area Better Than An Thuong?

This walking tour explores the Sunsha area, a neighborhood north of An Thuong near My Khe Beach in Da Nang, positioning it as a potential alternative for expats and digital nomads. The video provides a street-level view of daily life, highlighting new apartment buildings, rental options, restaurants, coffee shops, and local businesses. It notes the area's walkability, with some pavements under con...

Nomadic Klaudia

12:19 min 2026-03-03 388

Why I Left Da Nang, Vietnam (It Wasn’t Easy)

A digital nomad explains her personal decision to leave Da Nang, Vietnam, following a breakup with her fiancé. She describes moving to Ubud, Bali, as a healing retreat, noting the similar cost of living (meals around $4) and the absence of rats and cockroaches. She contrasts the spiritual, nature-filled environment of Ubud with the memories of her past relationship in Da Nang. While she does not p...

MedsTravel

8:02 min 2026-03-03 148

Vietnam’s New 10-Year Visa Changes Everything

Vietnam's 2026 visa policy shift introduces a 10-year residency pathway specifically designed for foreign experts, senior managers, and investors in strategic sectors like AI and semiconductors. This structural change aims to move the country up the value chain by offering long-term stability to builders and professionals who previously faced the friction of short-term renewals. The content highli...

Powell Lumor

31:54 min 2026-03-03 128

I Walked Into This at 1AM........🌏Beautiful Ladies & Street Party Night on Da Nang Bar Street 🇻🇳

Powell Lumor explores the vibrant after-hours scene in Da Nang's An Thuong expat district, stumbling upon a high-energy Brazilian-themed street party at 1 AM. The footage captures the raw, spontaneous atmosphere of the neighborhood's bar street, featuring crowded sidewalks, live music, and a diverse mix of international travelers and digital nomads. Throughout the walk, the host interacts with var...

The Part-Time Expat

16:45 min 2026-03-02 87

Son Tra Neighborhood Walk & My Khe Beach Stroll to Happy Hour | Da Nang Expat Life 🇻🇳

A relaxed walking vlog through the Son Tra neighborhood of Da Nang, capturing daily expat life from a local street to My Khe Beach and ending at a beachfront happy hour. The video showcases the area's unique architecture, ongoing construction, and the mix of local homes, cafés, and small shops. Along the way, the creators discuss practical details such as electric motorbike rental costs (1.8 milli...

That Girl Sara

13:57 min 2026-03-01 3,429

I Flew My Dad To Vietnam For Healthcare After His MRI Was Cancelled in England

A British expat in Da Nang shares how she brought her father from England to Vietnam for a prostate MRI after repeated NHS cancellations. The father, who has BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), had his appointment canceled three or four times by the NHS. In Da Nang, they booked an appointment online at the General Hospital's international clinic, where English-speaking staff and a urology consulta...

Marco Roams RAW

35:18 min 2026-03-01 540

$385 apartment in the "Gritty Hood" of Da Nang 🇻🇳

A digital nomad showcases a newly finished $385/month apartment on the developing outskirts of Da Nang, across the Han River from the tourist-heavy hotels. The unit comes furnished with new appliances, including an air fryer, rice cooker, and smart TV, plus bi-weekly cleaning. The creator emphasizes the absence of mold smell and noise as key priorities, noting the apartment is in a quiet area surr...

Steven & Elaine's Adventures

12:26 min 2026-02-28

We Tested 5 Da Nang Neighborhoods in 2026 — Here's What We Found: Beach, Budget, or City Life?

This neighborhood guide compares five Da Nang districts for long-term living: My Khe, Son Tra, Thanh Khe, Hai Chau, and My An. My Khe offers immediate beach access and a lively social scene but commands higher rental prices. Son Tra provides a residential feel close to the beach with affordable apartments; a 6-month lease was negotiated from 11.5 million to 11.2 million VND per month. Thanh Khe is...

Tom Travels

22:30 min 2026-02-27 709

Apartment Hunting in Da Nang - Top Tips

This video follows a couple touring multiple apartments in Da Nang and Hoi An to compare rental options and uncover common pitfalls. They explore neighborhoods such as An Hai, Hoa Xoan, Son Tra, and Hoi An's old town, examining units ranging from a $420 one-bedroom duplex to a $1,200 penthouse. Key red flags include deceptive agent photos, unfinished units shown as completed, lack of natural light...

Social Samy Walks

15:14 min 2026-02-26 128

Da Nang Tourist Area Update 2026 🇻🇳 Apartments, Cafés & What’s Happening Now

A walking tour of Da Nang's An Thuong and My Khe Beach area in early 2026 reveals rapid development: new apartment buildings like Salty Sea are opening, while others are under construction. The streets are quieter than before, with fewer motorbikes for rent and a new requirement for driver's licenses at some shops. New businesses include a stylish laundry, a Japanese restaurant, and a coffee shop ...

The Emmie Real Estate

10:11 min 2026-02-26 34

Da Nang Real Estate 2026 – Full Market Sitetour | Beach & River Apartments Update

A comprehensive site tour of Da Nang's major apartment projects in early 2026, covering both beachfront and riverfront developments. The video surveys projects from My Khe Beach to the Han River, including New Town Diamond (BRG, $2,500-3,500/m²), Poet Residence (Fukuan, $3,500-4,500/m²), Noble Residences (VCRE, $5,500-6,500/m²), Time Square (Fu Thailand, $6,000-12,000/m²), and Sun Costa Residence ...

Social Samy Walks

15:59 min 2026-02-25 95

Da Nang Beach Walking Tour at Sunset 🇻🇳 Pure Golden Hour Vibes

A sunset walking tour along My Khe Beach in Da Nang, filmed in late February 2026, captures the beach's atmosphere, weather, and current conditions. The video shows the beachfront promenade, sand, waves, and evening activity, noting that the beach is relatively uncrowded during this period. The creator highlights ongoing construction at a beach club, expressing anticipation for its completion befo...

Social Samy Walks

18:50 min 2026-02-25 127

Da Nang Beach at Golden Hour… This Is Why People Move Here!

Social Samy provides a realistic, real-time walking tour of My Khe Beach in Da Nang during the golden hour in early 2026. The footage captures the authentic atmosphere of the coastline, showcasing current beach conditions, sand quality, and the lively evening vibe without background music to preserve the natural ocean and street sounds. Viewers can observe the local demographic, which includes a m...

Kevin in Vietnam

57:11 min 2026-02-25 67

Apartment Hunting in Da Nang from 8,000 Miles Away - My Complete Strategy

A detailed guide for expats moving to Da Nang, covering how to research and secure an apartment remotely without signing a lease sight-unseen. The creator explains why committing before arrival is risky—photos can be outdated, neighborhood vibes matter, and scams are common. He breaks down Da Nang's main expat areas: An Thuong (expat bubble, $500–$700/month), quieter nearby neighborhoods ($400–$50...

Freddie Dobbs

15:09 min 2026-02-24 2,659

Welcome to Da Nang - The Miami of Vietnam

A two-week visit to Da Nang reveals why it is called the Miami of Vietnam: a modern coastal city with a highly livable atmosphere, excellent beaches, and a vibrant dining scene. The video features an apartment tour costing £342 for two weeks, a rental scooter from a hotel (a common pitfall to avoid), and a ride towards the Hai Van Pass. The journey highlights the contrast between the polished tour...

Social Samy Walks

15:27 min 2026-02-24 105

Da Nang Update 2026 – New Businesses You Need to See

This walking tour explores recent changes in Da Nang's An Thuong tourist district, highlighting new businesses that opened in 2026. The video documents a DHL shipping office offering rates of 170,000 VND per kilogram, addressing a common need for expats and long-term travelers. New food stalls include a bun mi and coffee stand, a vegan bun mi shop using mushroom-based fillings, and a cocktail bar ...

Social Samy Walks

13:16 min 2026-02-23 120

Da Nang Tourist Area Update 2026 — So Many New Shops & Restaurants!

A walking tour of Da Nang's main tourist district near My Khe Beach, recorded on February 23, 2026, documents recent changes including new shops, restaurants, and bars. The video highlights the newly developed Barrett Zone, a nighttime entertainment area with live music on Tuesdays and Saturdays, though breakfast spots are still missing. Notable openings include Papa Steak on DBA Street and a clot...

Social Samy Walks

15:24 min 2026-02-23 141

Da Nang Morning Beach Walk 🌊 | How My Khe Looks Early Today

Social Samy provides a realistic morning update from My Khe Beach in Da Nang, filmed just after the Tet Lunar New Year holiday in February 2026. The walk highlights the transition of local businesses reopening, including a look at new beachfront coffee shops like Fify and the general atmosphere as the city returns to work. Practical advice for visitors is a core focus, with Samy demonstrating the ...

Social Samy Walks

34:00 min 2026-02-22 226

I’m BACK in Da Nang After 1 Month… You Won’t Believe An Thuong Now! 🇻🇳🔥

This walking tour provides a 2026 update on Da Nang's An Thuong neighborhood and My Khe Beach. The creator, returning after one month, documents visible changes: a long-abandoned villa has been cleared, a former bar has been replaced by a mini-mart, and a large construction site is being demolished. The tour shows the current state of local businesses, including cafes and restaurants, and notes th...

Yad Ventures

27:20 min 2026-02-21 668

Is Da Nang Vietnam Worth Visiting in 2026? HONEST Review 🇻🇳

A practical, comprehensive Da Nang travel guide for digital nomads and tourists. The video covers accommodation costs (from £135/week for a modern Airbnb to 6-25 million VND/month for apartments), living costs (around $900-1000/month for a single person), and logistics like internet speeds, SIM options, and motorbike rental (~£50/month). It evaluates safety positively for families, notes English i...

Mira Wanderlust

9:37 min 2026-02-21 7

2 Days in Da Nang 🇻🇳 Beach, Rooftop Views & Real Life

This vlog follows two days in the life of an expat in Da Nang. The first day is spent resolving a Western Union money transfer issue, which requires visits to multiple banks before success at Uni Bank. Interspersed are treats like bubble tea at Miku and a coconut shrimp dinner. The second day features a breakfast of avocado coffee at Little Hanoi, a beach walk, and a rooftop visit to Rosemia Sky B...

Adela and Niki

6:08 min 2026-02-20 24

Da Nang In 2026 First Impressions! Overhyped?

This video documents two digital nomads' first 24 hours in Da Nang after relocating from abroad. After arriving with an e-visa (through Lynn e Visa on Facebook) and clearing immigration in 20 minutes, they stay at Flower Hotel in the My An area for £62 for four nights. Their first activities include a 6AM run along My Khe Beach and a banh mi breakfast with iced Vietnamese coffee for 90K VND total....