Different from the other cities in Viet Nam, Hoi An is a great combination between tradition and modernity. I guarantee that you will really want to stay here for the rest of life. For those who are thinking about a peaceful settlement and would like to be far way the bustle of city, here are some reasons to make it come true.

Perfect location & efficient transportation
Hoi An is exactly in the middle of everything. It’s easy to travel through Viet Nam from this town. It only takes 1 hour to My Son, 3 hours to Hue by car, easy to get to Ha Noi or Ho Chi Minh City as well as going abroad by plane by getting to Da Nang international airport which is just about 30 minutes away from Hoi An by car. For sure, this elegant town is a great place to start your travels. Another positive point of this wonderful town is the efficient transportation. back links check . Many foreigners living in Vietnam often fear driving due to the heavy congested traffic conditions – however this is not the case in Hoi An. The traffic system in Hoi An is very simple and easy to catch up. Hoi An is small walkable city. There are no cars or motorbikes allowed in the Old Town between 8:30 a.m – 11 a.m, 2 p.m – 4:30 p.m and 6 :30 p.m – 9:30 p.m. You can go around town with a bicycle.

Safety and friendly locals
Hoi An is considered a very safe city to live compared with the other cities in Vietnam. You don’t have to hug your bag firmly in front of your chest or always worry about pickpockets everywhere. Moreover, local people are very friendly from the vendor sellers to the ladies in every market. They always smile and greet you wherever you go. They never mind translating for you when you can’t speak Vietnamese, a stranger will help you out when you are in trouble, or some new friends will freely invite you to their homes to enjoy a cozy dinner. A smile and a big hug are natural for these friendly and helpful locals. They treat you well whenever you come back and make you feel as home.
Hoi An is a city where you can meet up with either foreigners or locals. Many tourists come to Hoi An daily. In consequence, Hoi An is known as a melting pot of the world. 
Vietnamese are proud of their language identity but that doesn’t keep them from learning English. Many people can speak English, and even more the kids. Some locals can’t speak English but they are good listeners and know exactly what you are looking for. Your daily communication in Hoi An is easy.

Business opportunity
If you wonder how to make money while living far away from home, Hoi An will give you more work opportunities that you could think of. If you have some savings, you can start up a business in any field from food, clothing to bar, hotel, tours, etc. Many people after visiting Hoi An have decided to invest in the tourism here. Most of them have gained some successful achievements. For those who are on a budget, you can earn money by becoming an English teacher. Because of job requirements, more and more Vietnamese are looking for a reliable place to learn English and they will totally believe in a foreign teacher who is from an English speaking country. Other languages such as Japanese, French, Korean, Chinese and Spanish are good options too.

Low living cost
Compared with the cost of living in other cities of Viet Nam, Hoi An is much cheaper. Many outdoor stalls serve the cheapest and best Vietnamese food you can find. 5,000 dong for a glass of fresh beer, 15,000 dong for a bowl of noodle, 20,000 dong for a Banh Mi.. All of these foods are under 1$. With 5$, you can buy food for a whole day.
To rent or even buy a house fully equipped, it’s easy to find one that is suitable for your bank account. An apartment around the old quarter costs 300-500$ a month. It is not a bad deal. You can find almost everything at crazy prices. What’s more, with the simple transportation here, you won’t spend much money on fuel as usual. That helps you save a lot of money.

As you know, each one is amazing in its own. No city is really better than another, they are just different. Hoi An is one of those paradise. The stunning scenery and the welcoming expatriate community can be what you may need for a joyful life.