danangview.com

Video not playing? Watch on YouTube ↗

Da Nang or Nha Trang? We Lived in Both — Here’s the Truth (2026)

1,369 37 8:05 min 2025-10-22 0 reviews
Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam
A Canadian expat mom recounts her family's move from Nha Trang to Da Nang, Vietnam, after initially settling in Nha Trang for its safety, stable weather, and beachfront lifestyle. They rented a two-bedroom oceanfront apartment for 20 million VND per month and enjoyed simple routines, but found Nha Trang too small for long-term growth, with limited children's activities and community options. Deciding to try Da Nang for six months, they discovered a larger, more energetic city with wider streets, a vibrant community of families and creators, and greater opportunities for business and personal development. The video contrasts Nha Trang as a peaceful, soft-landing spot versus Da Nang as a launchpad for growth, emphasizing that the right choice depends on personal alignment rather than just cost or comfort. Practical takeaways include rental price comparisons, the importance of community for families, and the value of trying a new location without pressure.

Key Facts

  1. Two-bedroom oceanfront apartment in Nha Trang: 20 million VND per month
  2. Motorbike purchased in Nha Trang: 20 million VND
  3. Family lived in Nha Trang for 6 months before moving to Da Nang
  4. Nha Trang has more stable weather and does not flood like Da Nang
  5. Nha Trang has limited children's activities outside of school programs

More from Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam

View channel
Da Nang Is Changing Fast… Here’s What Expats Need to Know
Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam
9:00 min 2026-03-06

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...

How Much it ACTUALLY Cost To Live in Vietnam in 2026 (after 3 years living here)
Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam
14:40 min 2026-01-23

How Much it ACTUALLY Cost To Live in Vietnam in 2026 (after 3 years living here)

A Canadian expat mother of two provides a detailed, real-numbers breakdown of the cost of living in Da Nang, Vietnam, in 2026 after three years of residence. She emphasizes that while rent has increased, other categories like food, transport, and healthcare remain affordable. Her family pays 22 million VND ($860 USD) for a two-bedroom beachside condo, a deliberate upgrade from an older home that c...

Moved Into A Luxury Apartment In Da Nang, Vietnam
Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam Mai Abundant | Expat Mom Canada → Vietnam
25:25 min 2026-01-19

Moved Into A Luxury Apartment In Da Nang, Vietnam

A Canadian expat family of four shares their experience moving into a luxury two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in Da Nang, Vietnam, in January 2026. The 90-square-meter unit is fully furnished with modern finishes, an open-concept kitchen and living area, a river-view balcony, and built-in storage throughout. The monthly rent is 22 million VND (about $900 USD), which includes weekly cleaning service...