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The pristine beaches and bright blue ocean are what draws people to the city of Quy Nhon often. There are some great summers where the temperature goes up to about 34 degrees and people flock to Quy Nhon. With a population of about 300,000, the city is small and thus easily navigable. You will find that there are plenty of markets, museums, cafés, bountiful history and fresh seafood that you can enjoy. Here's how to spend 24 hours in Quy Nhon. Explore Quy Nhon Harbour Fish Market You need to wake up at the crack of dawn if you want to explore the Quy Nhon Harbour Fish Market. 3 am is a perfect time. The fishermen drag their boats into the shore around midnight and by 3 am, all their fresh seafood is on display at the market. You will find the owners of  Quy Nhon restaurants  and other professional purveyors of fresh seafood making their rounds trying to get as much of the best catches as possible for their kitchens. It is also a great photo opportunity for you. In terms of siz...

Vietnam is a truly vast nation spread across a large area with each of its cities and towns offering something different to experience. To traverse these huge distances, some choose to take flights; while this may save time, for a rewarding sightseeing experience opting for more cost-effective train travel is worth considering. Not only will you get the chance to witness the spellbinding beauty of the countryside and the coast, but it will reduce your carbon footprint too! Image Credit: Anantara Quy Nhon Villas Take the Reunification Express One of the best ways to travel by train in Vietnam is to go along the Reunification Express; this famed route spans a whopping 1,726 km and connects Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) and Hanoi. While you can begin or end the journey at either one of these two cities, ideally look to break up your journey with stops at other destinations / cities along the way. Those interested in more train journeys can also travel from Hanoi to places such as...