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Which city is better for expats, Da Nang or Penang?

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Apr 24, 2025

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Da Nang or Penang?

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The discussion compares Da Nang and Penang as potential living destinations for expats. Most comments favor Da Nang for its myriad attractions and nearby places to explore, while highlighting its appeal for longer stays. Penang is also mentioned positively, particularly when knowing locals enhances the experience. Both cities have unique merits, with suggestions to visit specific attractions like Hoi An and Ba Na Hills when in Da Nang.

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Jesper *******

Danang hands down

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Mitchell *******

DaNang has more of everything. So DaNang gets my vote.

How much time do you have? Do both. It could be me, but I think you have more fun in Penang if you know locals.

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Simon ********

Very different, but Danang has more appeal for longer stays

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Michael ********

Both have there merits, but did like staying in the hills in Da Nang

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@Michael *******

Send info please

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Michael ********

Try google Ba Na hills there is resort there

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Graham *******

Penang

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Eriq *******

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Hello. What did you like about the city?

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Nick **********

Been to both. Both great and could easily live in either. But my vote goes to Danang. It's a great city in its own right but it also has loads of places close by to explore.

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Ko *****************

I'll pick Da Nang

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Jean-francois *******

Penang

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Tracey **********

Da Nang all day long

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Geno *******

If you go to Da Nang Visit Hoi An. Pottery Village is a must see.

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Eriq *******

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We will put that on the list. Thanks

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Wayne *****

Penang

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Benyathip **********

Da Nang

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