Mui Ne - Phan Thiet

Mui Ne is a popular beachside destination for those wanting to escape Ho Chi Minh City, as the quick three-hour train ride from the city makes it an easy and accessible option. With this in mind there are plenty of quality resorts and accommodation options to suit every budget here. This small town is full to the brim with beach goers, resorts and cafes and it the epitome of a beachside town. Just further out of town you will find some emptier stretches of beach perfect for more secluded relaxing.

During the rainy season in the central regions, Mui Ne enjoys warmer and drier climates making it a good beach option for those travelling during these months. Due to the protective sand-dunes between Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, Mui Ne's rainy season is considerably lighter. The wet season goes between June and September, but Mui Ne gets less than half of the rain Phan Thiet has which is only 27kilomiters away. Again, this makes it a good year-round beach options for those who want to ad a fun beach town to their itinerary.

Mui Ne, a nearby resort town, has 21 km stretch of sandy beaches lined with hotels, resorts, restaurants, and nightclubs. Mui Ne is subject to onshore winds from the South China Sea and is especially breezy from November to May, which may not be ideal for swimming but is popular for wind and kite surfing. Other attractions in the area include the white and red sand dunes, Po Klong Garai Cham tower, and Ocean Dune’s Golf Club, a 6746-yard par 72 course designed by Nick Faldo.

Getting here: Phan Thiet is a 4½ hr drive or a 5 hour train ride from Ho Chi Minh City.