Nha Trang calls out to beach bums and culture vultures

The city's top draw is Tran Phu beach, a beautiful 6km stretch of golden sands where people can enjoy the cool breeze and soak up the sun. Photo: AirAsia

I love the beach, but I must confess that I am also a true blue city girl. So while the serene sound of the waves can soothe one’s soul, I sometimes seek comfort in the noise of a bustling city.

After my editor told me about the trip to Nha Trang – thanks to AirAsia’s inaugural flight of its 54th unique route to this coastal city – a search on Google showed that it was the perfect answer to both my love for beaches and my city-girl tendencies.