Retired in Da Nang: What to do ? And What does it cost ?

A retiree living in Da Nang documents a full day of activities and expenses, providing a detailed breakdown of daily costs. The day starts with a homemade coffee for about $1, followed by feeding his dog ($2 per meal). Laundry service costs roughly $5–$6 per week at $0.40 per pound. A monthly gym membership is $16. Meals are a mix of home cooking and local eateries: a protein oatmeal breakfast at home for $2.50, a chicken and rice lunch at a local spot for $2, a pre-prepared gourmet dinner at home for $5, and a $16 chicken Caesar salad dinner at the office. A 60-minute professional massage costs $7. Gasoline for a car runs about $40 per week, while a scooter would cost $7–$8 per week. The total daily expenditure, excluding weekly and monthly items, came to $42. The video offers a practical, line-by-line look at how far a dollar goes for someone living a comfortable, active retirement in Da Nang.

Key Facts

1. Total daily expenditure is about 1 million VND ($42).
2. Gym membership costs $16 per month.
3. A 60-minute professional massage costs $7.
4. A local chicken and rice lunch costs $2.
5. Gasoline for a car costs about $40 per week.