Mui Ne resort in Vietnam: the pros and cons of holidays and our review of the village. Open left menu Mui Ne Is it worth going to Phan Thiet

Mui Ne is a small fishing village on the southern coast of Vietnam. Its closest neighbor is the city of Phan Thiet.

I admit, at first glance I was not impressed by Mui Ne. In guidebooks, the resort of Mui Ne is described as a place with paradise beaches. In fact, due to soil erosion, the beaches here are more disappointing than charming. Some of them are filled with concrete, the rest are located close to a busy road, which means they are very popular. For a beach holiday in Vietnam, it is best to go to Phu Quoc Island.

Another feature of Mui Ne is that there are a lot of Russian tourists here.

Despite all of the above, as soon as I got to know Mui Ne better, I fell in love with this resort. In this article I will tell you why Mui Ne (Vietnam) is so remarkable and what attractions you can see here.

What to do in Mui Ne

Interactive map of Mui Ne attractions.

Hon Rom Beach and water attractions

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What I liked most about Mui Ne was Hon Rom Beach. It is not the most popular among tourists, because it is a little remote, but it is calm and very beautiful. This is one of those places in Mui Ne that I recommend visiting if you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle.

Opposite the beach are rocks of bizarre shapes, which are covered with dense green vegetation during the rainy season, and yellowish grass during the dry season. From a distance, the mountain looks like a haystack, which is why the place was called “Hon Rom”, which means “straw island”.

Many people come to Mui Ne for surfing. The long stretch of sand and windy weather make Mui Ne an ideal destination for surfers. On the other hand, high waves make it inconvenient to swim, and children should not be allowed into the water at all. In Mui Ne, diving is not a good idea for exactly the same reason. For this entertainment, it is better to choose the beach in neighboring Phan Thiet.

Fishing village in Mui Ne harbor

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Not without the original attraction of Mui Ne. Mui Ne Fishing Village is a great place to watch the lives of local fishermen and eat freshly caught seafood. I strongly recommend arriving in the village before 10 am. At this time, fishermen return with a catch of live crabs, scallops, rays and groupers, and you have every chance to witness this spectacle.

Blind bidding takes place at 7:30 am. When fishermen and wholesale seafood buyers trade blindly without seeing the goods. Sometimes you can hear cheers here if you manage to buy a rare fish, and sometimes vice versa.

On the southern outskirts of the village you can find a lot of colorful shells on the shore. Many tour operators organize excursions to this village from Mui Ne and Ho Chi Minh City. The fishing village is located very close to Mui Ne and, if you want to explore it on your own, you can easily get there by taxi, motorbike or bicycle.

If you are a photographer, then you will really love this picturesque place. Be sure to try the fresh seafood at the local market.

Where is: 7 km north of Mui Ne, see

Fairy Creek in Mui Ne

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Mui Ne has a lot to offer. Take Fairy Creek in Vietnam. Not the Grand Canyon, of course, but also a very beautiful place.

Fairy Stream Mui Ne is a small red canyon in Mui Ne. It was named red because of the dramatic combination of red, orange, pink and white. Fairy Creek is located 18 km northeast of Phan Thiet. This is a water rift that is located next to the island of Hon Rom (the straw island already familiar to us). On one side there are white and red sand dunes, on the other there are coconut palms and flowers.

You can explore Fairy Creek on your own. You just need to go upstream of the river, at the end you will see a small waterfall. Afterwards you can turn around and head back. A round-trip walk through the canyon will take an hour to an hour and a half.

It is very hot to walk along the shore during the day. You can take off your shoes and wade through the water of the river flowing from Dinh Hint Tien Mountain. For the most part, the depth will reach your ankle and only in some places rise to your knee.

There are 2 “official” legends about Fairy Creek that are told by guides:

• One says that previously only the wives and daughters of high-ranking officials were allowed to swim here;
• Another is that fairies actually swam in the stream, and therefore it has healing powers.

There is a third legend. That the name of the stream is a lure for tourists. What to believe - choose for yourself.

Wear comfortable clothes and, if necessary, bring replacement shoes. Get wet here - just once or twice. Here you can ride an ostrich for 100,000 VND. Vietnamese children and teenagers will pester you with an offer to guard your shoes for a fee or to be your guide. If you are not going to use their services, it is better to refuse immediately, otherwise they will then demand money for walking next to the matchmaker.

For those more active, you can climb to the top of the sand dunes and rock formations. From there you will have a breathtaking view of the reddish waters of the river and bizarre stalagmites. Entry to Fairy Stream (Suoi Tien in Vietnamese) is free.

Don't be afraid to get hungry; you will see several food stalls along the way. And upstream there are bars and restaurants.

Where is Fairy Creek: Huynh Thuc Khang, Ham Tien, Phan Thiet – Mui Ne, see.

How to get there: If you travel as part of a tourist group, they will organize a transfer for you. If you are on your own, you can order a taxi for 80,000 dong, ride by bike or take bus No. 1 or No. 9 for 12,000 dong.

Red and white sand dunes

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The red and white sand dunes in Mui Ne are one of the main attractions of the region and a real mini-desert in Vietnam. There are many tour operators in Mui Ne that offer day trips to the dunes, but you can easily visit them on your own.

White dunes consist of yellow and white sand. They are very reminiscent of the Sahara. These are the largest dunes in the region. Locals call them “Bau Trang”, which translates as “white lake”. Here you will find many stalls with food and drinks. They usually huddle near pine trees, where they can rest in the shade.

The dunes are located 26 km northeast of Mui Ne. On the way to the dunes, you will come across smaller formations of yellow and white sand, the main thing is not to confuse them with the main dunes.

There is another attraction near the white dunes - Lotus Lake. Here you can rent a boat, but swimming is strictly prohibited. The lake is deep - 22 meters, and it is very easy to get your feet entangled in the lotus stems.

Things to consider: It makes sense to come here when the lotus lake is in bloom; the rest of the time it is unremarkable. Lotuses bloom in Vietnam from early July to late September, the second wave of flowering is shorter and occurs in November.

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The red dunes of Mui Ne are smaller and located closer to the resort - only 17 km. The sand here is red-brown with very beautiful shades that attract many photographers.

Best time to visit the dunes- is it morning or evening. During the day the sand gets very hot. Take plenty of water with you.

The dunes are a lot of fun to ride on an ATV. Here you can rent plastic sleds and ride down the dunes like a slide. The main thing is to find a good dune, because... sand constantly flows from place to place. It is best to roll off dry sand. Many people fly kites here.

The red dunes have a very beautiful sunset and many locals come here in the evening for a picnic. The red and white dunes of Mui Ne have never left anyone indifferent.

Cham Towers of Poshanu

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A must-see item on the list of “things to see in Mui Ne” is the Po Shanu Cham Towers, conveniently located at the top of Ong Hoang Hill. The temple complex consists of three Cham towers built in the 8th century. Together with the Po Dam Towers and the My Son Nature Reserve, these ruins are among the attractions of the ancient kingdom of Champa. The main tower is 15 meters high, and the other two are 12 and 5 meters.

Archaeological excavations carried out in 1992 - 1995 allowed the discovery of several temples dating back to the 15th century. All of them were dedicated to Princess Po Shanu, Daughter of King Para Chanh.

If you explore the towers' past, you'll find a fortress used by French and South Vietnamese troops, as well as a memorial honoring the revolutionaries who launched an attack on the towers in 1947.

Thanks to its high location, it offers beautiful views of Phan Thiet and the coastline.

How to get there: You can get to the Cham Towers from Mui Ne by bike, taxi or even on foot. A beautiful stone sign with the inscription “Nhomdenthap Cham” will help you not to miss the towers.

Entrance to the temple complex will cost you 10,000 dong. If you come with your own bike, you will need to pay an additional 2,000 VND for parking.

Location: Ong Hoang Hill, Mui Ne, look

Mount Taku and Reclining Buddha Pagoda

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The territory of Mount Taku occupies 250,000 square meters. lush rainforests, rare wildlife, limestone caves and ornate Buddhist shrines. Mount Taku is an hour's drive from Mui Ne. You can reach the top of the mountain with a 2-hour hike or a 10-minute cable car ride.

The first option is suitable for hardy hikers because you have to climb some steep stairs and then a winding path in the middle of the forest. At the end of the path, the Reclining Buddha awaits you. Along the way you will come across several small shrines and a restaurant. If you climb the mountain on your own, the entrance ticket to the temple complex will cost 15,000 VND for adults and 10,000 for children.

If you choose the cable car, you will need to pay 160,000 VND for the trip to the top of the mountain. This price includes the round-trip cable car, entrance ticket and electric car travel around the territory. The trip itself will take 6-10 minutes. Along the way, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Thuan Nam Town, Ham Thuan An Sea and Ke Ga Lighthouse, as well as rice fields and dragon trees.

Not long ago, Russian tourists discovered one of the resorts in Vietnam - Phan Thiet. The place, beloved by many, is located in the center of the country, and many people liked it primarily for its mild and comfortable climate. Suffice it to say that the average air temperature here throughout the year is 27 degrees Celsius. Hospitable Vietnamese are happy to treat tourists to original seafood dishes. Visitors have access to a magnificent sandy beach with convenient access to the sea.

Geographical position

Phan Thiet is located in the south of Vietnam, in Binh Huang province, on the picturesque shore of the warm South China Sea. The area of ​​the resort is two hundred square kilometers. The nearest city is Ho Chi Minh City (distance - 240 kilometers).

Infrastructure

Today, many of our compatriots go on vacation to Vietnam. Phan Thiet (Mui Ne is a particularly popular resort) attracts tourists from all over the world. The best hotels are concentrated here, distinguished by modern and original design, excellent technical equipment and an excellent level of European service. The beach stretches for 22 kilometers, being the longest in Vietnam. Every year, the infrastructure of the recreation area is developed and improved in this country.

And lovers of picturesque nature will certainly be interested in pink and white dunes. However, nothing can compare with the impression that the Red Canyon makes on all visitors. Its walls are a mixture of red clay and sandstone, and this local landmark was formed as a result of soil erosion. This process is still ongoing, and after some time the canyon will disappear, so tourists who want to admire this miracle of nature should hurry up with their trip to Vietnam.

Another attraction of these places is the Lost, or Lost Sea. This lake is located deep in the forest on the border of Dong Nai and Binh Thuan provinces. Local residents called it that because of its size, which at first made people think that in front of them there was really a sea, which had taken about 1000 hectares from the forest. During the rainy season it triples. To the east of the reservoir rises Mount Katong.

Poskhanu Towers

This is the heritage of the Champa people. They were once part of an ancient temple complex. Fairies, daughters of the goddess Po Nagar, are worshiped here. Nowadays, three towers are the most preserved. Their age is estimated at thirteen centuries. Champa is distinguished by a special architectural style - false doors, rounded columns, reminiscent of Khmer temple buildings. Every year, in the first lunar month, the Roh Mbanga and Riji Nuta festivals are held at the towers.

Lighthouse "Ke Ga"

It is located four kilometers from Phan Thiet. This is one of the most famous places in the small province of Binh Thuan. In 1897, the lighthouse was built by the French architect Shenawat. The height of the structure is 64 meters. It was recognized as the most beautiful lighthouse in Southeast Asia. The octagonal tower is crowned with a lantern capable of illuminating distances of twenty-two

Mui Ne fishing village

This is what local fishermen named their village. During the stormy season they found refuge here. In translation, “muy” means island or cape, “ne” means shelter. Transparent blue waters, bright sun, snow-white sand created a magnificent landscape that is pleasing to the eyes of guests from abroad. In addition to exciting excursions, tourists can watch the hard daily work of fishermen and take part in fishing.

Flora and fauna

The forests in these places are ancient. Here you can see countless numbers of a wide variety of orchids, living well with trees, which are also very diverse - sandalwood, thuja, cypress, etc. The depths of the sea hide a variety of fish; Many birds nest on its banks, and there are many of them here - from simple pheasants to majestic peacocks.

Phan Thiet Town

The picturesque area near the calm Phan Thiet River was inhabited many centuries ago, but until the twentieth century it remained a quiet, unknown fishing town, or rather, even a village. In ancient times, it was part of the Champ kingdom. Despite its rather modest size, the settlement played a significant role in the history of the country and gave the Vietnamese people several outstanding figures of history and culture. There are many resorts and exotic places in Vietnam. One of them is the resort of Phan Thiet (Vietnam). The townspeople (the population is approximately 200 thousand people) are very hospitable and welcoming. Those of them who are not involved in the tourism business earn money from fishing or agriculture, like their distant ancestors. The main nationalities living in this territory are the Viet, Cham, and Hoa. Everyone who comes to this pretty town is pleasantly surprised that most local residents speak English and Russian quite well. This makes communication much easier. It must be said that the development of tourism has significantly improved the well-being of the population.

Economics, transport

Perhaps the most significant drawback of this resort is the lack of an international airport. But it's not that scary. When you fly into Vietnam, you will arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, from which it is very easy to get to Phan Thiet. Trains, buses, and taxis are available to guests (the cost of the latter, by the way, is quite affordable). Tourists prefer to travel around the city by taxi or rented car, which costs eight dollars per day. All hotels in the city provide this service.

Where to stay

Hotels in Vietnam (Phan Thiet is no exception in this sense) are modern buildings with an original design, well equipped technically. A variety of hotels are presented to the attention of tourists - these can be modest 3* rooms or excellent 4* and 5* apartments. All of them have a set of necessary services.

If you are planning to go to Vietnam, tours (Phan Thiet is definitely on the list of the most popular) must be agreed in advance with the tour operator. What number exactly do you want? If you are planning a vacation with children, make sure that they have their own room. In addition, it is necessary to discuss other services provided by the hotel - Internet, cable TV, air conditioning and others.

Another important issue is nutrition. In Vietnam it is one or two meals a day. All hotels in Vietnam offer a buffet. Phan Thiet amazes many tourists with its varied menu. It is almost impossible to try all the offered treats at breakfast or dinner. It offers a variety of seafood and meat dishes. Various vegetables and fruits are available in abundance. Those with a sweet tooth will be delighted by the large selection of ice cream and drinks. European cuisine predominates in hotels, and those who like to try something exotic should go to the nearest cafe or restaurant.

Today we will present to your attention several hotels. They are the most popular among tourists coming to Vietnam. Your vacation (Phan Thiet guarantees you this) will be at the highest level if you stay at the Swiss Village Resort 5* hotel. It stands on a magnificent white beach, in the middle of a coconut grove. The complex was built at the expense of a Vietnamese architect who lived in Switzerland since nineteen sixty-six. Several years ago he returned to his homeland.

The hotel's architectural style is based on Asian cultures, embodied in buildings with round roofs and rounded columns. The exquisitely decorated rooms are equipped to Swiss standards. On site there are two restaurants, four bars, a beauty salon, a business center, a souvenir shop, a library, and a fitness center. Each room is equipped with a radio, telephone, paid minibar, air conditioning, hairdryer. It is possible to connect a modem and a fax. For children there is a playroom, a mini-club, a swimming pool, babysitting services, and an equipped playground.

Pandanus Resolt 4* - this hotel is located on the seashore. It features a stylish design, an abundance of greenery and fountains. The total area is ten acres. The hotel has 134 comfortable rooms, a restaurant, a swimming pool with a jacuzzi, two bars, a beauty salon, and a SPA center. For lovers of active recreation, there is a fitness center with an excellent gym, where a trainer works with guests. You can play tennis on two courts. In the evening you can visit a disco or night club.

Prices at the resort

We can say with confidence that Vietnam provides its guests with the most affordable vacation. Phan Thiet is no exception. The cost of the tour starts at $500 (7 days), with accommodation in a four-star hotel. Of course, this does not include paid services and additional meals. But here everything is more or less tolerable. For example, a full dinner will cost 150 rubles, and a glass of beer costs five rubles. The main costs are for the purchase of air tickets and payment for hotel services.

Vietnam, Phan Thiet: shopping

Those who are accustomed to European shopping will probably be surprised when they find themselves in a Vietnamese store. There are no famous world brands here, but there are a lot of exotic things, for which many come here. Visit Phan Thien's oldest market, the Central Market. But be careful - it's very easy to get lost here. In small shops, pavilions, tents you can buy shoes and clothes, jewelry with mother-of-pearl, silver. Near the hotels there are usually small shops and shops with gifts and souvenirs. Don't know what to bring for your family and friends? Pay attention to Vietnamese wicker hats and natural silk.

We are talking about two of the most popular resorts in Vietnam - Mui Ne and Phan Thiet. What are they good about and what are the disadvantages of resorts? Here are reviews from tourists and prices for holidays in 2019.

Perhaps no resort has received such conflicting reviews from tourists as the Vietnamese Mui Ne (Phan Thiet). Some mercilessly scold it, others admire it and gladly recommend it for a visit. Let's try to understand the reasons for such mixed assessments.

Phan Thiet and Mui Ne:

Reviews of holidays in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet for 2018

Mui Ne and Phan Thiet are often identified with each other, although these are different settlements located next door. Phan Thiet is a provincial town with active street traffic and other joys of city life, and Mui Ne is a quiet fishing village. Most often, tourists call Mui Ne a multi-kilometer beach area with hotels and restaurants, stretching from Phan Thiet to the village.

The busiest area of ​​the resort is Ham Tien with Nguyen Dinh Chu street, on both sides of which there are hotels and restaurants, mainly on the first line. The beaches are equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers. The sand strip is wide, with fine white sand, but closer to the fishing village it narrows; by the way, hotels are cheaper there, but the beaches are worse.

The disadvantages of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, according to reviews from tourists who vacationed there in 2018, include difficulties with the road: you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City, and from there it takes several more hours to get there by bus or taxi. But the main displeasure of some tourists was the sea. In Mui Ne, winds blow most of the time, high waves rise in the sea, and swimming becomes extreme. It’s better to go to the beach in the morning; after lunch, the excitement only intensifies. The sea becomes relatively calm only in spring.

For kite lovers, Mui Ne is a real haven; there are several good schools on the coast where beginners can undergo training and gain the necessary skills. In the evenings, the main entertainment for tourists is walking, shopping in souvenir shops and dinner on the seashore - seafood is excellent here. If you get bored with a beach holiday, you can go on a tour of the surrounding area or go to Ho Chi Minh City or Dalat.

By the way, tourists who do not speak English will find it easy here - almost all signs and menus are in Russian, and the service staff is also often Russian-speaking. The second undoubted advantage of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, according to reviews from tourists, is the affordable cost of vacation, although, when compared with Nha Trang, the prices here are slightly higher.

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Weather in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet

The warm climate of Mui Ne allows you to relax here all year round, without fear of cold snaps and heavy rains. A natural belt of sand dunes has formed around Mui Ne, which create a special microclimate and protect the area from heavy rainfall. Even dangerous storms with floods bypass these places.

The average annual temperature in Mui Ne is +30°C with a slight “winter” drop to +25...+27°C. The warmest sea in summer is +27...+29°С, in winter it cools down to +24°С. The hottest months are May and April, the coldest months are . Nevertheless, many prefer to come.

The rains begin in June and continue until October, then dry and clear weather sets in. However, in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, even in the low season, showers do not last long - usually in the afternoon and evening, the relative humidity remains at 79%.

According to tourist reviews about the weather in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, in December - January, due to strong winds, it can be a little cool in the evenings, so jeans and windbreakers will be very useful. High waves rise on the sea. Read more about it - we talk about the weather in each month.

Holiday prices in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet in 2019

Of course, kitesurfers will get the most out of their holiday in Mui Ne, but non-sporting tourists also have something to do. There are many massage parlors (spas) here, treatments cost from 15 to 30 dollars.

Gastronomic pleasures await gourmets: in the cafe you can order grilled fish, mussels, scallops, oysters, lobsters, as well as local exotics - crocodile or snake dishes. The best seafood is prepared in restaurants in the Boke area. The fresh catch is placed in the aquarium, and the guest orders what he wants. According to reviews, prices in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet are quite affordable - you can have lunch for only 5 dollars, dinner for 15 (in establishments for locals it will be even cheaper). A large glass of freshly squeezed juice costs just over $1.

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In the vicinity of Mui Ne there are unique attractions that you can visit with a tour or on your own. Briefly, the top most interesting places look like this:

1. White and Red Dunes. These are the main attractions of Mui Ne and a favorite place for photo sessions for newlyweds. The Red Dunes are easily accessible by renting a scooter, the White Dunes are located a little further. The Red Stream flows next to the Red Dunes - due to the admixture of clay, the water in it is colored red. Not far from the White Dunes there are hot springs and a very beautiful lake with lotuses.
2. Cham towers. These towers are the surviving part of an ancient temple complex from the 8th century. Entrance fee is 10 thousand dong, or 50 cents. The towers look especially impressive in the evening when the lights turn on.
3. Ke Ga Lighthouse. A granite creation by a French architect and a very popular local landmark. The lighthouse is located on an island near Phan Thiet. To climb to the observation deck, you will have to show physical endurance and climb 182 steps inside the tower. There is an entrance fee - about 90 cents, and you also need to pay for the crossing to the island. According to reviews from tourists, in the winter of 2018, the area where the lighthouse is located was called a collapse zone and visitors were no longer allowed inside. Let's hope this is temporary.
4. Mount Taku. Located 30 km from Mui Ne. At the top there is a statue of the Reclining Buddha, the largest in the country. Its length is 49 meters, height - 11 m. You can climb the mountain by cable car or walk along a path through the tropical forest past temples and other buildings of the monks. The cost of visiting with a cable car costs 160 thousand VND (7 dollars).

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Hotel prices in 2019

On a note. If you are at a resort during the Vietnamese New Year, keep in mind that hotel prices rise dramatically and there are usually no rooms available - they are booked by the Vietnamese almost six months in advance. We encountered this when we lived in Nha Trang in the winter of 2016 - we had to leave for Ho Chi Minh City, since during Tet the hotel we lived in was overcrowded, and others cost 2-3 times higher than the regular price. Tet is celebrated in late January or early February.

How to book a hotel? You can find a convenient accommodation option for yourself on the well-known service Roomguru.ru - the site compares prices of a variety of booking systems and finds the best one.

In general, Mui Ne and Phan Thiet are a good alternative and (though you don’t need to wait for the service corresponding to Turkish resorts), a place for an inexpensive and relaxing holiday, where the main entertainment is walks, beach joys, gatherings in cafes and unobtrusive shopping. Nightlife lovers and divers have nothing to do here - there is no nightlife, and due to constant waves, the water is often mixed with sand, cloudy and opaque.

According to reviews from tourists, they are characterized by high waves and winds, so during this period you should not plan a vacation with children, but it is better to postpone it to March-April or November. At this time, the temperatures are the most comfortable, the sea is very warm, and the waves are small.

Kite lovers can go at any time of the year, because winds in Mui Ne are a common occurrence, but the best waves are here from November to March. Those who want to save on cost can safely go during the low season: prices in hotels and restaurants are reduced, and climatic conditions allow you to relax comfortably.

Compare Mui Ne and Phan Thiet with - so you can choose the best place to relax.

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Mui Ne is a famous Vietnamese resort, located 4 hours drive from the capital of Vietnam Hanoi and 15 minutes drive from Phan Thiet (a small fishing town). The road, of course, is exhausting (especially after a long flight of about 9 hours), but believe me, it’s worth it. You can buy a ticket from a tour operator, then a guide will meet you, seat you in a comfortable bus, and tell you all the way about the attractions and the resort. You can also order a taxi to the hotel, which costs the same in money, and you will get there much faster.

Interesting fact about Vietnam:

According to legend, the Vietnamese people descended from a dragon and a bird fairy

This is not the first time we have vacationed here and plan to return again. Mui Ne is ideal for a relaxing family holiday.

The resort guide (given to you upon arrival) advertises the following trendy clubs:

"A unique, trendy hangout spot"

“Unique atmosphere. Dance floor on the sand, dancers"

"Dancing on the bar until the morning"

If they don’t give you a guidebook, then look on the street in the evening. It is distributed free of charge at the center. The guidebook looks like a magazine.

Don't believe it. If anyone will dance until the morning, it will be you and your company. People come to Mui Ne to take a break from the bustle of the city, have spa treatments, swim, eat delicacies, see the sights in the area, go windsurfing or kitesurfing, do shopping, but not hang out.

The attitude of local residents towards tourists is captivating. The Vietnamese are very well-mannered and love Russian tourists. They are always friendly and ready to help. They speak Russian more readily than English, since the Russian language used to be part of the compulsory educational program of the Vietnamese.

Interesting fact about Vietnam:

You can also travel from Moscow to Vietnam by train. True, this will require 1 transfer in Beijing, and the entire journey will take at least 7 days

Vietnamese do not ask for tips, but, on the contrary, are very surprised when you leave a tip in a restaurant. A couple of times the waiters even ran after us to return the forgotten money. And when we said what kind of service this was, we were very surprised, thanked them, and once took the mango with us. It is very nice.

Each time we stay in Mui Ne in different hotels. But after visiting Vietnam several times, we developed a strategy for choosing a hotel. Read more about how we choose a hotel in Vietnam.

The country is surprised by the large number of motorbikers and taxis. Local residents hardly walk, so there are almost no pedestrian roads. In Mui Ne itself you can get around on foot, but if you decide to go somewhere, it’s better to use transport. Read about transport in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet. The taxi driver is responsible for you. And what is surprising in Vietnam is that if you use the services of a local taxi (white and green cars), you can trust him: he will take you wherever you ask, he will bring you back, and nothing will happen to the bags left in his car, don’t even worry. While shopping in Phan Thiet, we drove the whole city in one taxi, he helped us put our bags in the car, waited for us and explained what was worth seeing and how to quickly get to the store we needed.

Remember

The Vietnamese also cross the road not at an underpass, but anywhere. The basic rule: do not fuss or panic, but calmly move on. The driver will go around you himself. Of course, I wouldn’t recommend throwing yourself under the wheels.

Vietnam is famous for its fruits (read in the article) and delicacies (more details in the articles - and). Fruit can be bought on almost every corner. These include mango, watermelon, rambutan, durian, and many others. Their prices are much lower than in Russia, and they are juicier and riper.

You can also buy fruits to take with you on the road. You need to tell the seller that you want to take the fruit with you. Then they will select fruits that will survive a long flight and pack them right away.

Vietnam is famous for its seafood delicacies. You can’t come to Mui Ne and not try huge grilled shrimp, octopus, lobsters... And everything is much cheaper than in Russia, and most importantly, fresh.

Who can be found in the waters of the South China Sea?

Vietnam has a rich history and culture. So there is something to see here. We still haven't seen all of Vietnam.

Interesting fact about Vietnam:

Vietnam was part of China for about 1000 years

I’ll start talking about what we saw and where we were in order:

1. Phan Thiet

• Prenn Park, more details;
• Datanla entertainment center with waterfall, more details;
• Temple of the Seated Buddha, more details;
• Chuk Lam Monastery, more details;
• hotel “Crazy House”, more details;
• silk factory, more details;
• visit to a tea and coffee factory, more details.

Here's everything we visited in Vietnam while vacationing in Mui Ne several times. In the immediate vicinity of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, we have not yet seen the lotus lake, sand dunes, red canyon, or Chinese temple in Phan Thiet. So, I think we will also visit Phan Thiet and Mui Ne, not to mention Vietnam itself.

Vietnam is a country where you can try not only seafood delicacies for relatively little money compared to Russia (more details in