Gym Memberships and Fake Market Shopping - (Da Nang Vietnam Vlog)

Da Nang, Vietnam Vlog 2024
What happens in this vlog -
Tour a gym in Da Nang and get price and terms
Eat lunch at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant
Visit Son Tra Night Market to do some shopping
We sold everything we owned on a whim to travel the world with our husky Nala. Currently in Da Nang, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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[@TravelWithNala]

Thanks everyone for all the love you've shown to our recent videos! These vlogs started out as a way to show our family back home what we've been up to but it's cool knowing that they're not the only ones enjoying the vids. If you made it this far make to Subscribe to the channel. It's cool if you don't but every time I get that new subscriber notification I feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Love you all! 💙

[@katherineafzal2315]

I am new to your channel ( I think maybe going on a month now) and I have enjoyed watching all your videos. I think I am all caught up now. Can't wait to see more. 🤣😂

[@TravelWithNala]

@@katherineafzal2315 WOW You went on a marathon! Glad you're enjoying the vlogs really appreciate the love!

[@katherineafzal2315]

@@TravelWithNala hahah guilty!! You are very good at telling a story in your vlogs and bringing your audience with you. Not everyone can do it.😊

[@jerrilloyd5773]

I’m jealous! We were just in Vietnam last year. My son and his wife were married there as she’s Vietnamese. They had a beautiful, traditional Vietnamese wedding. We loved our time there! My daughter in law schooled us on the art of shopping in the markets.

[@TravelWithNala]

Glad you had an amazing time here!

[@Vietnamandbeyond]

Kim and David, this is Phill & Dat from the sidewalk :-). I thought I had subscribed before, but alas I had not. Welcome to Da Nang, let us know if you if you need anything.

[@TravelWithNala]

Hey! It was great meeting you guys! I’m sure we’ll bump in to you guys a lot more on the street!

[@20luzer52]

Riding scooters in VN is a must if you want to explore and experience your city. HCMC and Ha Noi are different though so enjoy your scooter experience in Da Nang, or Nha Trang or other smaller beach cities in VN. And I agree with you on the way drivers are in VN, they don't want to get into accidents either so they'll concede on some situations and you do the same, it's just a matter of wanting to get to your destination safely with minimal fuss. I can relate to your finishing your coffee in 15 minutes flat. I do the same with coffee in VN. Another shared experience regarding getting up early in VN. We're not early risers here in the US but we get up early in VN for some reason. Fun tests for you in the coming months regarding becoming localized - 1) can you put on your rain poncho in less than 8 seconds when it starts raining 2) can you squat without falling backward and 3) how to loosen the small plastic bag of soup or fish sauce w the tight rubberband in 2-3 motion instead of fighting with it for 5 minutes :-)

[@TravelWithNala]

🤣🤣🤣 so funny you mention the soup bag because I always cut it with scissors and it explodes and splashed on me. I’m definitely not a local yet. I got the squat down luckily Koreans and Vietnamese have that in common. I haven’t had to scooter in the rain yet. If there’s a slight drizzle I’m calling a grab car 😂 definitely not a local on that one.

[@TheGareth87]

Vietnam remains number one in cashew exports - more than 75% of the world's cashew kernels are exported by the country.

[@TravelWithNala]

I learned that recently. The cashews here are so creamy and delicious. It’s my new obsession

[@Misskiff]

Haha <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="988">16:28</a> 😂😂😂😂😂😂 persistent tactics worked 😂

[@TravelWithNala]

The best negotiation tactic is to not care haha

[@roamiblu1833]

What did you say?! "It's not Kipling, it's "cheapling"? 😅😅 <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2248">37:28</a> - When you were talking about the ice cream, DUDE! I'm realizing you have no filter. *AND I'M LIVING FOR IT!* 🤣 Oh my gosh! And thanks for the tip on how to get the low low. I'm still trying to convince some of my friends to go to Vietnam. I'm loving your channel.

[@TravelWithNala]

🤷🏻‍♂️ I speak the truth. And Do it!!! This is a trip that needs to make it out of the group chat. You’ll have so much fun here!

[@orangehaw]

Kim is always so cute!

[@TravelWithNala]

Always

[@roamiblu1833]

Yep, I'm starting again on Monday. No promises though. But I'mma try!!!

[@TravelWithNala]

I’ll take that as a promise

[@rondaliebert3213]

That coconut coffee looks delicious.

[@TravelWithNala]

It’s my favorite!!

[@yolimares579]

Love your channel

[@TravelWithNala]

Thanks!

[@teamcoltra]

😂 I stopped doing my hair like week 2 exactly for the same reason. On payments Timo allows you to easily open a bank account on a tourist visa and it's all app base and it just ties into your wise account so you can make instant deposits. I haven't used cash here in the 4 months since I got it. Just QR payments. If you're enjoying driving you should really do the Hai Van pass. It's easy even on a low power bike. I'm going to join the My An Community Gym... Eventually... Good for you to push though and just go to the gym. Great haul at the night market! Another good video!

[@TravelWithNala]

Thanks for the advice that’s really valuable to know. I’ve had trouble with Shopee too because I don’t have a bank account, hopefully this solves that too. Do it! Go to the gym! 90% of the battle is stepping out the front door

[@sonisheree]

I heard about the Timo ‘hack’ a few months ago, I hope they don’t *patch* it by the time I come back to VN in a few months. I was in VN for 4 months last year and knew about Timo bank but only heard about it earlier this year that you can sign up for a bank account with them with just a tourist visa! Will do it asap when I arrive in Vietnam 💯

[@teamcoltra]

@@sonisheree it's not a hack, there's no loophole here. Other banks CAN give tourists bank accounts but they have to update the visa on file every 3 months so I'm guessing most don't want to deal with it. Timo's setup is quick and mostly online, sometimes you have to pop into their store but it's quick.

[@dianebaker5243]

Lovely video too watch thanks for sharing 🥰👍

[@TravelWithNala]

Thanks for watching!

[@nikkirosenbek5471]

What a delicious $12 meal for 2. Yesterday I paid $12 for my Big Mac meal, which was so boring.

[@TravelWithNala]

The amazing thing is we usually have delicious meals for 2 for like $3-$5 normally

[@christyt8088]

I started off watching your channel because I was going to Korea and wanted to see where I should visit. I have since gone on my trip and continue to watch your channel because I enjoy your content. Great job!

[@TravelWithNala]

Oh cool. Hope you had a great time in Korea! Glad you decided to stick with us

[@Lee-vb4vh]

That gym looks nicer than any gym i have seen in USA 😮

[@TravelWithNala]

The aesthetic is definitely on point. Super clean too

[@TheRebornofSocialVietSub]

noway you are liar?

[@Lee-vb4vh]

@@TheRebornofSocialVietSub if you're replying to me ... Yes Imho in my humble opinion, that gym looks nicer than "most" USA gyms. (Subjective ) I have also seen million dollar USA fitness centers too that are comparable or better (in terms of equipment, layout, interior design, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pool, etc. Which are your favorite fitness center gyms?

[@sonnymoon6465]

My favorite ! "Subscribe and I'll love you forever !"

[@TravelWithNala]

haha maybe ill use that from now on

[@Kushal6831]

Danang is best coastal city for foreigners. Lot of options considering gym market and apartment hunting also. Guys hope you are doing well 🙏

[@TravelWithNala]

It's really awesome in so many different ways. We're doing great so far thanks!

[@kphamcao]

In Da Nang Elite Fitness is the best gym in term of value. I've been to HD for years but when I checked out Elite Fitness I finally switched.

[@TravelWithNala]

I need to go visit. I’ve heard all the expats say it was like $100 a month but I should have known they were getting screwed with the foreigner tax. Only downside is it’s a pretty hectic drive to get there while HD is a super chill drive on pretty empty street for me. The selling point might be the cold plunge though. If I can’t find a cheap way to cold plunge I might have to swap to elite

[@kphamcao]

@@TravelWithNala lmao. The foreigner tax is crazy. Didn't know that one exists. It should be 3X less.

[@katherineafzal2315]

You don't have to give out your number. You can tell them that you will be in touch!!🤣😂

[@TravelWithNala]

Yeah but then I don’t have their number 😂. It’s a double edged sword

[@katherineafzal2315]

@@TravelWithNala got it!!

[@EoopSizzle]

Hi! Loving your videos. We’re a Korean couple from LA, heading to Da Nang next week. What are your must eat spots in Da Nang. Thanks!

[@TravelWithNala]

Cool! Hmm I think I’m still too new here to give too many recs but I like Bánh Xèo Bà Dưỡng and NU ĐỒ for mi quảng.

[@allandanguyen8214]

I lived in Vietnam for almost 30 years. There are so many accidents every day and beware people coming out of driveways, alleys and T intersections without looking at all.

[@TravelWithNala]

Oh yeah always have to be alert. Rules here are more like suggestions so you always have to be on the lookout 👍🏼

[@bearmerica6668]

I've watched other Vietnam video and a lot of people don't look left when they pull out and it's up to the traffic to watch out for the one pulling out. I've seen it so many times.

[@TravelWithNala]

Gotta make sure to look right too because there’s always people driving in the wrong side of the street too 😂

[@2happysouls]

yeah the great thing about Vietnam time zone is that it’s only 10am after you almost finishing everything for the day compared to North America time 😂 feels like the the time has been stretched to double here

[@suzyandrade2874]

Do you ever cook for yourself at home? And do they have doggie daycare so Nala can make friends and a dog park for her to?

[@TravelWithNala]

No not in Vietnam. Food is just so readily available, cheap, and delicious that it makes no sense to cook at home. Not sure if there are any dog parks but there are plenty of dogs around the neighborhood that Nala's has made friends with. All the dog parents bring their dogs out in our building courtyard in the early morning and evenings so that all the dogs can play.

[@cwtan76]

My husband just started a new job where he has to go to Danang a few times a year! Can you share more about how you (and/or Kim!) work while in Danang? I am hoping to convince my work that I can work from Danang during summer! Thanks!

[@TravelWithNala]

Kim works remotely for a US company that has an office in Da Nang. I run different internet companies all with distributed workforces. Working for a US company remotely and living in Da Nang is such a great setup I would push hard for it. Convince them that working on the beach everyday will boost your productivity 😂

[@cwtan76]

@@TravelWithNala Thanks! I will try my best! I am watching your new video! My husband is heading back to Danang in a month or so. LMK if you would like him to bring some of Nala's supplements! :)

[@user-zc1jc4yu4y]

FYI they use filtered water for ice and when they serve water it is always filtered. You do not drink from the tap, and Vietnamese people do not drink water from the tap. You can have ice and drink water they serve you, just not from the tap 👍

[@TravelWithNala]

For Tan coffee probably but not everywhere. I eat at a lot of roadside places where the cousins will yell at me to not drink the ice 😂. You can usually tell when it’s really cloudy and in big chunks

[@json717]

David, when are you guys going to do a Q&A video?

[@TravelWithNala]

Hmm not sure. On one hand I don’t think enough ppl care about that yet since we’re still pretty new. Also need a way to collects Qs. We’ll probably weave some FAQs in the vlogs instead of doing a dedicated QA vid. Not sure yet I don’t really plan these things out

[@quangb8448]

I'm pretty sure the water they serve at most if not all places are filtered. I don't think the locals drink tap water either but either boil or buy their water. As for ice, if they have a hole in the middle of the ice, then it's filtered ice.

[@TravelWithNala]

Oh really? Well there’s the little ice with the hole and the big chunk ice with the big hole. I was told to never drink the big chunk ice. I think my gut bacteria is used to it now I haven’t had any problems. I have has “bad ice” once though because I thought I wouldn’t be a big deal and I got a itchy throat

[@quangb8448]

@@TravelWithNala If there's a hole in it, then it came from an ice machine and they use filtered water. It's the big solid block, that could be questionable since it could have been made at home and who knows what type of water they use.

[@sonisheree]

If you want to order something David, just say “Cho tôi” followed by the quantity “một” and what you want.. “cho tôi một ly cà phê đen”. Give me one black coffee. It might sound rude to say “give me *something*” we always say please after a sentence in English but in Vietnamese, please is already implied in ‘Cho tôi’. Hope that helps :))

[@TravelWithNala]

Thanks! I thought that’s what I said but I know my accent was off

[@yolimares579]

David & Kim have you tried the bee's wax as an insect repellant. I saw a youtuber that was in Thailand and he bought bee's wax that the people there use

[@TravelWithNala]

Hmm haven’t tried that. We just default to long pants now when we’re going to be sitting outdoors

[@imcharlesincharge]

what does kim do for work, her office looks really cool !

[@TravelWithNala]

She’s in tech

[@xxsweetheartdianaxx]

Did you and Kim get a motorcycle license in the US to use the scooters or did a CA DL work? Please let me know how yall got to drive those scooters, I am planning to go to Vietnam soon :)

[@TravelWithNala]

That’s a grey area 😬. Vietnam does not recognize international drivers licenses

[@BrandonLee-q7k]

Nice video :) Do you work remotely or are you retired? And is Kim working as an english teacher in Danang?

[@TravelWithNala]

We both work in tech. Kim’s company has an office in Da Nang

[@floralwallpaper5553]

Subscribe or Nala will be sad! 😆🫶🏽

[@TravelWithNala]

That’s the rules

[@MrKarl2002]

Hi David, when you leave the country to renew your visa does your dog have to go with you or do you leave it with a carer? My partner and I wish to move to da nang with our 2 poms but are not sure if we alternate when we renew our visa's so one of us stays with the dogs or if we have to take them with us.

[@TravelWithNala]

The dogs don’t have a visa so they don’t need to renew their visas. It’s considered an import when you bring them in. We’ll have a sitter watch Nala when we go for Visa runs.

[@MrKarl2002]

@@TravelWithNala thanks for comfirming! See you in a couple of months 👍

[@cinxmw]

How do you find your scooters with so many around?

[@TravelWithNala]

Lmfao that’s a good question. We’ve never parked in a super crowded place yet. But the key fob will unlock the bike if you’re near and you can always beep the scooter with the key too if you really can’t find it

[@ellenw391]

Ummm just curious. You say you aren't drinking the local water (I'll ignore all the past ice etc). But you are drinking TONS of the local coffee. How do you think they are making the coffee?? Of do coffee grounds have some secret ability to turn local tap water safe?!?! LOLOL

[@TravelWithNala]

Boiling! Haha boiling makes the water clean but I’m mostly referring to the ice delivered in bags. It’s more about sanitary conditions of each establishment. - lot of places make their own ice and give you filtered water.

[@Prissyliss]

I was thinking too that bottle water should be fine

[@rtrrr7215]

Learn to speak Vietnamese maybe?

[@TravelWithNala]

Working on it. It’s been 2 weeks