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Mui Ne – From Fishing Village to Southeast Asia’s Premier Marine Sports Hub

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There is a place where the morning sun still shines on basket boats, and flaming sunsets still cast shadows over kites slicing through the wind — that place is Mui Ne, once a tranquil coastal fishing village, now rising as the new marine sports capital of Southeast Asia.

From the footprints of fishermen to the tracks of international athletes

Located just about four hours from Ho Chi Minh City, Mui Ne was once known for its hard-working fishermen who braved the seas daily. But the wind — an invisible yet relentless “specialty” — has become the region’s “white gold.”

Thanks to consistently strong winds year-round and expansive coastlines, Mui Ne has transformed into a paradise for kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, paddleboarding, jet-skiing, and many other extreme water sports. Athletes from around the world now refer to Mui Ne as the “Hawaii of Asia” — a place not just to train, but to draw powerful inspiration from a coastline in dynamic transition.

Not just a beach — but a way of life

What makes Mui Ne truly unique is not just its scenery, but the harmony between the modern and the raw, the luxurious and the local. Amidst upscale beachfront resorts, you’ll still find local fishermen mending their nets and women selling fresh catch from boats that dock at dawn.

By day, foreign athletes ride the waves; by night, they sip seafood broth with locals, learning Vietnamese by ordering “bánh căn — one egg, one squid!”

It’s this authenticity and deep-rooted local character that brings tens of thousands of travelers back each year — not just to enjoy sports, but to “live like a local in Mui Ne.”

Why is Mui Ne hotter than ever?

  • Ideal wind and wave conditions all year round — rare in Asia for water sports enthusiasts.
  • A thriving international marine sports community, with numerous global competitions hosted annually.
  • Reasonable prices, rich local identity, and minimal over-commercialization.
  • Exploding infrastructure: The Phan Thiet – Dau Giay expressway is fully operational, and the upcoming Phan Thiet International Airport is set to unlock exponential domestic and international tourism growth.

Mui Ne is not just a destination — it’s the future of Vietnam’s coastal tourism

The transformation from a quiet fishing village to a regional water sports hub is not just a tourism success story. It’s a symbol of redefining local identity in the modern era.

Mui Ne is proving that a small land can become an international gateway — if it knows how to treasure nature, preserve culture, and welcome the world with open arms.

Nature & Cultural Heritage at the Core

Beyond sports, Mui Ne remains committed to preserving its natural beauty and cultural identity:

  • Iconic locations such as Bau Trang (White Lake), the Flying Sand Dunes, Fairy Stream, local fishing villages, and Po Sah Inu Cham Towers are being sustainably preserved and promoted for tourism and cultural exploration.
  • The Cham heritage, fishing traditions, local cuisine, and seaside festivals are being actively integrated into tourism planning with a vision toward 2050.

Diversified Accommodation & Immersive Travel Strategy

  • By 2026, many major resorts and hospitality complexes such as Mövenpick, Centara Mirage, and NovaWorld have become operational or are nearing completion.
  • Homestay and community-based tourism in fishing villages continues to grow, offering tourists a more immersive, cost-effective way to experience local life.
  • The region’s accommodation capacity is projected to grow from 21,000 rooms (2025) to around 41,000 rooms by 2030, with significant growth already evident in 2026.

Near Future – Vision for 2026

Perspective

Status by 2026

Transportation & Airport

Phan Thiet Airport is nearing international operations with direct connectivity

Local Mobility

Dau Giay – Phan Thiet Expressway, coastal roads, and multiple beach access roads

Marine Sports Tourism

Mui Ne is a gathering point for global athletes & professional sporting events

Accommodation Strategy

Blend of high-end seaside resorts & local homestays for diverse experiences

Culture & Ecology

Deep cultural integration with Cham heritage, fishing life, and natural landscape

 



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