Thousands of daytrippers jostled for selfie space and elbowed their way to the sea at a popular north Vietnam beach over the weekend, with extra vigilant lifeguards watching worriedly over the summer surge. ADVERTISEMENTBut its beauty has proven both a blessing and a curse, leading vacationers to pack out the 16 kilometer-long beach. He last came to Sam Son five years ago and was shocked at the difference. “It’s not comfortable to swim.”ADVERTISEMENTBut he admitted the crowds also brought a lively atmosphere to the Vietnam beach. “With the beach busy like this, I can meet new people — that’s what I like about about it,” the 27-year-old said.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 21, 2019 12:00 UTC