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

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The Part-Time Expat
The Part-Time Expat

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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 million VND per month, about $70), the safety of walking at night, and the strong surf at My Khe. They highlight the diverse expat community, including nationalities like Russian, French, English, Australian, and Vietnamese, and mention their addiction to pickleball. The walk covers roughly 2 kilometers from their home to a beachside bar, with the evening atmosphere and sunset views providing a pleasant backdrop. The video is aimed at those considering living in Da Nang or interested in virtual walking tours of the area.

Key Facts

  1. Electric motorbike rental costs 1.8 million VND per month (about $70).
  2. The walk from the creator's home in Son Tra to a beachfront bar is about 2 kilometers.
  3. The walk is safe to do at night.

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