[scottsman]

Weather for the most part has been shit as of late. Just came back from Hanoi and Nha Trang both rainy and cold by Vietnam standards. Da Nang is rainy and cold right now too. For some reason the winter has dragged on and seem to be getting a late rain.

When you say there isn't much to do what do you feel like doing?

Hanoi for me has always been a place to get the best "Vietnamese experience." Lots of old buildings, good street food(pho, canh ga, bun cha hanoi) lots of different markets, nice lakes with in the city, Truc Bac lake (sp), hoan Kiem Lake, etc...There are a few tourist places to check out like the Ho Chi Minh Monument, some famous War prisons, Ho Chi Minh museum.

Hanoi doesn't have the best clubbing experiences because a lot of places will close down early or hidden from view that only locals and expats know about. Some of the discos that are popular with Vietnamese would require a reservation or go with someone who knows the place well for a good table. New Roof Top Lounge opened called RoofTop but could be found anywhere in the world.

Never been on train but depends what you want from your trip. Obviously cheaper but a hell of a lot longer. Probably some good scenery. Drive from Nha Trang Aiport to city is nice, lots of scenery. Drive from Da Nang to Hue is also nice. Decent Discos in Nha Trang. Sailing Club is generally pretty bumping

Da Nang has one of the better discos in Vietnam. Always packed. PM me if you are coming to Da Nang as I live here.