nha trang

As we awoke on the train we passed through some very scenic countryside. We headed straight to Nha Trang beach- very refreshing in the water. It was so hot that we hired some sun lounges for the day. The wind picked up in the afternoon, and brought in a bit of rubbish from the stormwater, which was pretty gross. Visited the mud baths, which was loads of fun! Firstly a soak in the mud pool, then hot mineral water bath, followed by shower, water jets, waterfall & 38 degree swimming pool. My skin was so soft afterwards! We feasted on a massive fresh seafood dinner that night (hmm, what budget?). The following day we went on a boat trip to the surrounding islands. We were rowed to the shore of a little fishing village via small basket boats. The local guide walked us around the village, which was great. I love seeing daily Vietnamese life. The kids were so gorgeous as always, although they got cheeky, asking us for money! Visited the local aquarium, which was just really an enclosed section of the ocean, crammed with too much marine life. Was very sad to see the big sea turtles trapped in there. Snorkelled around part of the bay, but the water wasn't very clear, so was a bit disappointing. The water was nice and cool though. Pigged out again on a big seafood lunch! Relaxed under umbrellas on the shore of another island, before heading back to the mainland. We prepared again for another overnight train...