LUXE/DETouR

Da Nang sits on Vietnam’s central coast where the Marble Mountains rise above a long stretch of sand and the Han River cuts through a skyline of glass towers. The city serves as a base for exploring nearby Hoi An while offering its own appeal: fresh seafood, Buddhist cave temples, and beaches that remain relatively uncrowded. It’s less chaotic than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, with enough infrastructure to feel comfortable and enough local character to feel worthwhile.