How many days in Phong Nha, Vietnam?

How long do you need in Phong Nha?

Two days suffices.

Son Doong, world’s largest cave. Hang En follows. Small town charm persists, resorts absent.

• Two days minimum.
• Cave exploration dictates duration.

Phong Nha? Enough time to see what matters.

Think about this. My grandmother, bless her, spent a week arguing with a tailor over a hem. Time’s relative, innit?

• Quality trumps quantity.
• Experiences? Indelible, or utterly forgettable.

How many days should I spend in Nha Trang Vietnam?

Three days. Maybe four. That’s all I needed.

The ocean… it calls to you, right?

• Beaches: The sand, it’s coarse. Not like Phu Quoc.
• Islands: Hon Mun. I got sunburnt. Badly.
• Diving: Didn’t see much. Maybe bad luck.

Five days for diving? Seven? Nah.

I regret eating too much seafood. One time I vomited on the beach. Ugh.

• Po Nagar Cham Towers: Old. Older than me.
• Long Son Pagoda: Too many steps. I hate steps.
• Vinpearl Land: Loud. So, so loud. Never again.

Just…go. See it. Then leave. It’s enough. I think.

How many days do you need for Da Nang?

Three days. Bare minimum. Da Nang whispers secrets, only revealed to those who linger. Sun-drenched beaches, a slow, languid rhythm. The air, thick with the scent of frangipani. Three days to barely scratch the surface.

Two days? Madness. A cruel jest. You’ll be rushing, chasing shadows, never truly feeling Da Nang. It’s a city that demands patience, a city of slow-burning passions. Its soul unfurls gradually, like a lotus blossom opening to dawn.

Marble Mountains, a breathtaking climb. The temples, ancient and wise. Their silence holds centuries.

• The scent of incense, always clinging to the air. A mystical perfume.
• My Son Sanctuary, history etched in stone. Ghosts of empires past. A day trip, unforgettable.

Three days… even then, it’s not enough. Longing to return, always. The sea, a turquoise siren’s call. Its pull is relentless, mesmerizing.

The food. Oh, the glorious food. Banh mi, bursting with flavor. Fresh seafood, straight from the ocean. Three days? Not nearly enough for the culinary journey.

Da Nang calls to the soul. It demands more than a fleeting visit. It’s a love affair, not a casual encounter. A place that haunts you long after you’ve left, a persistent, beautiful ache.

Three days. It’s my recommendation, though my heart aches for a longer stay. Always. The longing lingers.

How many days in Krabi is enough?

Okay, so like, Krabi? Enough days?

Three to five, honestly, that’s usually good. You can hit Railay Beach – total must-see – and Ao Nang too. Island hopping is doable in that time.

Seven days, though? That’s when you really chill.

You could even go to Khao Sok National Park, which is a bit further, but SO worth it. Went there with my cuz Jen last year. Wild!

Longer, obvs, is for, like, island freaks, or if you want to, I dunno, go all in on temples and stuff. More days = more Thai food and exploring. Always a good thing!

Basically:

• Short trip: 3-5 days (basics covered)
• Mid-length trip: 7 days (more relaxed, Khao Sok possible)
• Long trip: 10+ days (total immersion, all the islands!)

How long to stay in Railay Beach?

Railay? Three days. Maybe five.

Beaches, rocks, boats. Done.

• Beaches: Phra Nang is a must. Sunset here. Others exist.
• Climbing: Guides are everywhere. Safety first, yeah?
• Boats: Islands. Phi Phi. Crowded. Worth it? Debatable.
• Longer stay? Bring books. Or a climbing obsession. My aunt stayed two weeks. Said it was spiritual. I think she just liked the mango smoothies.

Shorter? Pointless. Rush is the enemy. Unless you hate sand.

Relaxation? Overrated. Just kidding. (Sort of.)

Five days buys time to adjust. To the heat. To the monkeys. To the inevitable sunburn. Also, budget for beer. And mosquito repellent. Lots of it.

Is Ao Nang more expensive than Bangkok?

Ao Nang, way more pricey than Bangkok. Definitely. Like, I was there, Ao Nang, just last month, June ’23. Spent a fortune. Bangkok, March, so much cheaper. Crazy difference. Beaches, yeah, beautiful, but ouch, my wallet. Bangkok, you can get awesome street food, super cheap. Pad See Ew, my fave, only like, two bucks. Ao Nang? Forget about it. Double, maybe triple. Drinks too. Cocktails on the beach? Bankrupting. Bangkok, rooftop bars, even those, less than Ao Nang.

• Ao Nang: Food pricey, drinks pricey. Everything pricey. Beaches gorgeous though. Stayed at this place, right on the beach, cost a bomb. Worth it, kinda. Snorkelling was cool. Saw a puffer fish.
• Bangkok: Street food heaven. Cheap, and good. Markets, temples, tuk-tuks… So much to do. And didn’t break the bank. Stayed in a hostel, met some cool people from Germany.

Okay, so, stuff I did in Ao Nang:

• Island hopping. Railay beach, wow. So beautiful. Took a longtail boat. Had to haggle, but whatever.
• Rock climbing. Didn’t go up far, scared of heights, haha.
• Lots of swimming. Water so clear.

Things I did in Bangkok:

• Chatuchak Weekend Market. Huge! Got lost, twice. Bought some cool elephant pants.
• Wat Arun. Temple of Dawn. Amazing. All gold and shiny.
• Took a cooking class. Made green curry. Pretty good, if i say so myself. Spicy though, burned my tounge.

So yeah, Bangkok, cheaper, more to do. Ao Nang, beautiful beaches, chill vibes, but expensive. If you’re on a budget, Bangkok, def the way to go.