Interesting facts about Hoi An/Danang

• Danang is on the east-west Economic Corridor which goes all the way over to Myanmar. In fact they are building a road all the way…
• It is a sister city with Oakland, USA (Danang, not Hoi An)
• Hoi An has very recently been given ‘city’ status
• The Chinese, Dutch, Japanese and Indians have all settled in Hoi An at some point. This is portrayed through the architecture.
• There are over 152 tailors in Hoi An.

Why we love Hoi An/Danang(and think you will too)

• Surfing in China Beach (near Danang), miles and miles of nothingness. Beautiful!
• Getting clothes tailored at the many tailors in the old town
• We love the small paddy field in the middle of the town
• The café scene along the river
• The slow pace of life and lack of cars etc
• The beach in Hoi An!

Our top tips on getting the best out of Hoi An/Danang

• Experience the Chinese lantern festival in Hoi An on the 14^th day of every lunar month (night before the full moon)
• Rent bicycles in Hoi An and cycle to the beach, stopping off along the way for coffee along the river in a local restaurant.
• Eat Cao Lau, which is a noodle dish only made in Hoi An due to the water used that comes from a local well. Its surprisingly delicious. Try it and if you don’t like it, it will not break the bank.
• Try the food at Mango Rooms (Hoi An). It’s a fusion of asian and Mexican. Sounds strange, try it and try leaving!
• Turn up to tailors on your first day so there is time for fittings equipped with latest copy of vogue and your favourite clothes to get copied and a credit card. Its not that it is expensive but its very easy to get carried away! In fact we recommend Ya Ly tailor, for its quality, friendliness and good value.

Weather in Hoi An/Danang

• This area is hot all year round, expect typhoons in September.

Our fab trips in and out of Hoi An/Danang

Recommended Hotels in Hoi An/Danang

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