The nation might not have the same reputation as its Southeast Asian neighbours when it comes to leaning palms and turquoise waters, but its 3400km of coast hides its fair share of resplendent beaches, many of which are spots suitable for families, as well as quiet coves to escape the crowds.

The globally-renowned travel guide dubbed An Bang in Hoi An city as one of the nation’s most happening and enjoyable beaches with a wonderful stretch of fine sand and an enormous horizon.

Fringed with white-sand beaches and with large tracts of the interior which are still cloaked in dense tropical jungle, Phu Quoc has rapidly morphed from a sleepy island backwater into a must-visit beach escape for both Western expats and sun-seeking tourists, the article explained.

According to author James Pham, forming a magnificent sweeping arc, Nha Trang's six km-long golden-sand beach is the central city's trump card, whilst there are plenty of very reasonably priced island-hopping tours available which include lunch and snorkeling. The beaches north of Nha Trang, situated around Ninh Van Bay, are also worthy of a day trip.

Isolated from the mainland, the islands of Con Dao are one of the country’s star attractions. Con Son is the largest of the chain of 15 islands and islets and is ringed with lovely beaches, coral reefs, and scenic bays, whilst it remains partially covered in tropical forests.

Mui Ne represents the jewel of Vietnamese beach resorts and is the next Vietnamese destination to make the list. Kitesurfing is also a huge draw as there are several excellent schools locally and world-class wind conditions between late October and April. 

Stretching for 18km, the chalk-white sands and shallow turquoise waters of Doc Let ensure that it ranks among the nation’s best beaches.

With golden sands, clear waters, and a journey time from Ho Chi Minh City of just two and a half hours, Ho Coc beach – which stretches for almost 10km north of Ho Tram – is a tempting place to stop. 

Finally, My Khe beach in Da Nang also makes the list, with the site boasting a superb beach with fine white sand and good swimming opportunities.