Danang, Vietnam

A mention of Vietnam’s China Beach as one of our elite tends to take some people by surprise — especially those who’ve visited it previously in conjunction with a government-sponsored tour (of duty). Regardless of what has gone on in and around it, the almost 20-mile stretch has always offered one of Asia’s best coastal views. Recently, the surrounding areas were improved and there’s even a luxury resort here (the country’s first): Furama Resort Danang.