Vietnam’s 2100 mile coastline and thousands of islands provide many attractive beaches that invite travelers to relax and enjoy the sound of the surf and the warmth of the sun. Some of the beach locales are developed with hotels and restaurants to attract discriminating travelers, while others offer secluded primitive beaches for daytime picnics or small group camping.

Here is the lowdown on some of the more popular Vietnam beach destinations – but not all. Starting in the north is Halong Bay with its many sandstone islands – a photographer’s paradise. Cat Ba is the largest island in Halong Bay, attracting many visitors. Halong Bay has several other islands where the hotel junks anchor and allow passengers to enjoy a beach swim. Read the rest of this entry »