andy1npl
American expat in Vietnam
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Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 27 December 2014
American Thanksgiving dinner by Highside25
Does anyone know where I can have Thanksgiving dinner for my girlfriend and I? We live in Ho Chi Minh City, District 7. Thanks.
you can try Acacia in D1. its on Nguyen du street. Its a las Vegas chef that does really good American food. They do a really good Prime Rib. They did a honey baked ham last christmas ! I'm guessing the chef will do a traditional thanksgiving ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
expats love to debate about everything...... monkey see monkey do. Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
No one is stopping you from going and buying food from farmers. Some people would rather go to one stop shop and get everything they need and go back home. Theres nothing terrible with companies coming in boosting the economy in Vietnam. Why deprive ... Read More
Hard to find a job as Vietnamese American by ZePhilosopher
It's a real struggle for Vietnamese American to find an English teaching job in HCMC! I never expect the discrimination to be this bad when they only saw my name, not even my CV yet, and refused to offer me an interview. When it hits me I was ...
Its not hard to find a teaching job if you're American Vietnamese. Its almost as easy as finding a bowl of pho in Vietnam. If you really want something you have to go out and get it. Thats the American way right? Don't just apply online, go ... Read More
Non native, no uni degree English Teacher by TomStorup
Hi all, I'm moving to HCMC in December hoping to land a job as English teacher. I don't have uni degree nor I am a native English speaking however, I have the TEFL certificate and I'm bilingual in English. Anyone know how easy or ...
Half the people teaching English, can't speak English. Nguyen Nguyen Situation Read More
4th of July
Will there be any bars/clubs/restaurants hosting a 4th of July Party? Burgers and Hotdogs from the Good U S of A ? thanks MURICA Read More
Best burger in Saigon? by delatbabel
What's your opinion? Currently my vote goes to the blue burger at Jaspas on Dong Khoi in D1. The meat is thick and tender, cooked to char on the outside but still juicy inside. If you're not a blue cheese fan like I am then maybe you ...
So is there a definite answer to which burger is best in saigon? please don't compare CHUCKs to in-n-out. thats just an insult. you should lose your cali card, if you're from there . haha jk. but the owner is from LA supposedly which makes ... Read More
How long regular mail takes from the U.S to Hanoi? by hlinhvu96
Hi everyone, My friend just sent me some very important documents by regular mail from Philadelphia to Hanoi. It's been over a week and I start to be worried now. Has anyone experienced regular mailing ?? Appreciate all the help!
i sent mail from Los Angeles to HCM using standard shipping and it took 11 days. They quoted me 10-25 days. Read More
Saigon Directly to Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat by andy1npl
I was wondering if anyone knows if theres a direct bus that takes you to Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat from Saigon. If so, how much will it cost and how long is the ride? Thanks
Thanks for the info. thats a long ride. hope i can run into cheap plane tickets instead then, if not I'll consider busing it! Read More
Saigon Directly to Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat
I was wondering if anyone knows if theres a direct bus that takes you to Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat from Saigon. If so, how much will it cost and how long is the ride? Thanks Read More
Playing basketball in Ho Chi Minh! by P3Costello
I live in Ho Chi Minh City and i'm looking for a basketball team, some people to regularly shoot around with, or even just a half decent court to play on... Let me know if you want to get involved or know of any regular shoot arounds / teams! ...
Do you guys play there regularly ? i just realize this place is like 10 min walk from where i'm staying ! i miss playing basketball and watching the #lakers Read More
Where to find expats jobs in Vietnam (Not teaching) by Hupmum
I'm a Vietnamese living a UK and my husband is British, we have a lovely 2 year old baby. We both have good jobs in UK: I am an admin for a university and my husband is a database developer for a tax consultancy firm. Anyway, we're ...
you should just google vietnam jobs. i forgot the exact word to put in but there a website the has a list of oversees company located in vietnam with direct links to there company with job openings. 100% of the jobs are not teaching. Most companies ... Read More
Westerner starting a street food cart/stall? by RastaJohn
Hello, I have a question for all you expats living in Vietnam, particularly HCMC and Nah Trang. I've been bouncing around the world for about 4 years now and want to change things up. Basically, I just finished a contract with a little money to ...
sell dirty dogs (LA bacon dogs) in front of lush. chill bar and bui vien for all the drunk people trying to sober up. I thought about it. don't want to deal with the authorities though. but you should give it a shot. make sure you will know how ... Read More
Looking for American who knows how to play Football (not soccer) by methosi
Hi guys, I am looking for American friend or someone who has deep knowledge about football. I would like to exchange the hobbies, now we have a group of people who playing flag football. So we can have fun time together. Thank you
if you guys play in D1 let me know. and basketball too! lakers #2 pick. Read More
Cost of living in Vietnam for an expat by Nguyet Truong
Hi All A friend of mine being from US just wants to know if he can survive in Vietnam with US$1,000/ month before getting a job. Based on your experience living here in Vietnam, could you please share your thoughts to my friend. I estimate the ...
really depends on the person. you can survive on 1000usd here easily. but being a american, i can only speak for myself, 1000usd is barely enough to be happy living here in vietnam. I'm 26 so maybe i spend a little bit more recklessly then ... Read More
Looking to rent a Room in Q.7 starting June 1st.
you can stay at janes service apartments. its across the street from sky garden. i stayed there last month and its nice and westernize. Theres a ton of other service apartments there ranging from $300-600usd. Or sky garden if you want to sign long ... Read More
GYM in District 1
Just move away from D7 to D1, next to Starbucks and Phuc Long. Does anyone know any affordable gyms? i check new world hotel which is $180USD a month and California fitness is $120USD a month or $90USD for long term contract. Im looking for ... Read More
Consequences of a Pop up food cart in Saigon?
What are the consequences of opening a little pop up food cart in Saigon? Street gangs or the police will protect their territory? i'd like to be the old ladies that sells food of her motorbike lol ! Read More
Is there any gym near Sky Garden in D7 by andy1npl
Does anyone know a gym near sky garden? how much it would cost monthly? looking for a place i can just walk to ! thanks
no i haven't! thanks i will check. i have only seen the tennis courts and swimming pool but not the gym Read More
Is there any gym near Sky Garden in D7
Does anyone know a gym near sky garden? how much it would cost monthly? looking for a place i can just walk to ! thanks Read More
if you want to study Vietnamese, we can exchange language also. by Jade Tran
Hi every body, My name is Jade, i'm working for a entertainment company in Ho chi minh city I really love to make friend with everyone and practice English. if you want to study Vietnamese, we can exchange language also. thanks so much. my ...
hi i want to learn about the entertainment industry in vn ! Read More
Local Help with apartment hunting please by GuestPoster13
Hello, is there a local on here who can help out with finding an apartment in HCMC so I won't be ripped off? Any help would be appreciated. I'm looking for a 1 bedroom (not studio) apartment with laundry service or washing machine. A balcony ...
District 7 you can probably find a nice apartment with that budget and western amenities. I just arrived TODAY haha and I'm going to be looking at D7 the next 2 days. Then i'll probably look at D1 even though i know its more expensive and ... Read More
what are some goods (american) you can't get in vietnam?
I want to buy some american goods over for my friends and family and bring over to vietnam. What are some american treats that aren't available over here? i know my korean friends in korea always ask for pop tarts cause I guess its an american ... Read More
Belleza and Era Town Apartments.
thanks for the information. thats what i thought the price cost is about. but I'm surprise its pretty cheap compare to other places. but most western websites are overcharging for these apartments. Read More
Belleza and Era Town Apartments.
does anyone live in one of these apartments? how is it? how much does it cost? how is the location Thanks! Read More
Depart to Phu Quoc in the end of Mar 2015
Hi ! Where are these tickets being sold? is it a roundtrip ticket? it be nice to have a vacation from a vacation sometimes haha Read More
experience for traveling in Singapore by Jiao
Hi everyone I'm planning to SIN next Mar or Apr. I've never been to there before. Can you help me share experience where I should go for staying ( hotel, motel), sightseeing, shopping, drinking, enjoying food,.. . Maybe I'll have been ...
singapore in my opinion is one of the safes places in the world. so where ever you chose to stay should be alright. pretty much i can only give you info on food and drinking/parking because thats what i do when i travel besides the tourist traps. ... Read More
Which area is more ideal to live in for a short 6 months stay in SGN?
I was wondering weather D1 or D7 is a better stay for Foreigner planning on staying in HCMC for about 6 months to a year? Input would be great. Read More