She retired early in Da Nang Vietnam

A female retiree from Miami, living in Da Nang for almost three years, shares her experience with Vagabond Awake. She rents a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment with three balconies, a pool, and a gym for $550 per month, benefiting from free weekly housekeeping. Her monthly food costs—combining groceries and restaurant meals—total around $500, with local meals as cheap as $1–$3 and Western or upscale options at $5–$15. Part-time English teaching can supplement income by $40–$100 per week. She owns a 125cc Honda scooter (bought for $2,400), which offers independence for around-town travel, while Grab scooter rides cost about $1 per trip. She finds Da Nang safe for walking at night, a contrast to her experience in Mexico. Dental care is affordable: teeth cleaning cost $4, and a crown about $150–250. She praises the airport convenience—a $5, 10-minute Grab ride from the airport to her neighborhood. Her visa (five-year due to Vietnamese heritage) requires border runs every six months, but standard tourist visa runs cost $135 via bus. She enjoys luxury experiences like a rooftop pool day with a drink for $12.