Some resorts take time to develop a glowing reputation. Others command it right out of the gate. Slot the all-villa Nam Hai into the latter category. Since opening in December 2006, Vietnam’s premier seaside property has raked in the accolades for its singular architecture (Travel + Leisure magazine Design Awards panelists voted it ‘World’s Best Resort’ in 2008), impeccable service and commitment to quality. Managed by GHM, a market leader in conceptualizing, developing and operating an exclusive group of hotels worldwide, The Nam Hai comprises 60 one-bedroom villas and 40 pool villas ranging from one to five bedrooms, each with its own infinity pool. Signature features include two gourmet restaurants; an award-winning tropical spa set beside a lagoon; and three beachfront swimming pools. Guests’ stays are made all the more rich should they choose to partake in any of the many activities the resort offers, such as cooking classes, sailing trips to the Cham Islands and tours with local fishermen.