Annie
@AnnieDuong
Bulgarian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Bulgarian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English, Vietnamese, a bit of French
Registration: 09 June 2012
Cheap Gym/fitness in binh tanh or district 2?
Apparently i like the sweat and its close to home... Read More
Cheap Gym/fitness in binh tanh or district 2?
Rach Mieu Gym Club 1 Hoa Phuong, Phu Nhuan It's alright with a few cardio machines, lots of weight stuff. Cheap and no AC. I live in Binh Thanh and it only takes me 5 mins from my place by motorbike. Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Thats very true. I find the real rich people tend to keep it low key. Those who earn "easy money" like to show off with meaningless stuff. I agree that Vietnam is still one of the poor countries, well, developing countries however you wanna put it. ... Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Wow, whoever said that must be insane :). I wish my parents loved me the foreigners' way and let me live my life how i'd like to :p. I knew some expats that bargained over a 40k beer but it's not a big deal, make your money worthwhile :p Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
You have an answer for everything lolGirls from the North usually do.Haha, that's not true. If you are bothered to read the news (well, if you can read vietnamese), the black gigolo market is only in Ho Chi Minh city, not in Hanoi or anywhere in the ... Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Nah, he wouldnt be pressured by his family unless he's over 30 yo. Normally viet family would prefer their sons to marry a viet girl, because the girls understand the culture and can put up with all the judging from the mother in law. It's just my ... Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Lol. Older women are taken by black gigolos already man :) Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Ok, white men that are in need of botox then :) Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Wow, i want to know what that "black magic" is... Now you guys are making all the Viet girls look bad, not all of us want to get married, not all foreigners are rich. Most of those dodgy couples you see on the road are likely to be a poor girl the ... Read More
Thinking about moving to HCMC by alluc
Hey, I had a fantastic 3 month holiday around Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Now I'm seriously considering moving to HCMC by the end of the year. I work in New Zealand as a personal trainer, gym instructor and rugby coach, started way back in 2004. In ...
Wow, you're the lucky one, your post is still kept here. Our previous posts got deleted...hmm Read More
Australia or New Zealand? Which one would be better? by AnnieDuong
So, I have just moved to HCMC for 1 month. Not very sure if I like it here. I'm thinking of moving to either Australia or New Zealand to do further education. Got accepted to 2 unis in NZ and one in Australia for PhD. Have you been to these two ...
Is that because youre Australian, steve? Read More
Australia or New Zealand? Which one would be better? by AnnieDuong
So, I have just moved to HCMC for 1 month. Not very sure if I like it here. I'm thinking of moving to either Australia or New Zealand to do further education. Got accepted to 2 unis in NZ and one in Australia for PhD. Have you been to these two ...
The uni in australia seems to better (university of new south wales) for the PhD i wanna do. Unis in NZ arent even ranked in the world top uni :/ but the tuition fee is much cheaper ($9k v.s $35k). It might be wiser to go back to england since the ... Read More
Bad experience and so angry !!!! by nguyen.tien
Not all is bad and not all is good. I had very bad experience about expat yesterday. I have been working and also have alot of friends are expats. I am always respect their culture, life style and private life. But I never see anyone in my life ...
Damn, i thought that would be a nice country to move to haha Read More
Australia or New Zealand? Which one would be better?
So, I have just moved to HCMC for 1 month. Not very sure if I like it here. I'm thinking of moving to either Australia or New Zealand to do further education. Got accepted to 2 unis in NZ and one in Australia for PhD. Have you been to these two ... Read More
Bad experience and so angry !!!! by nguyen.tien
Not all is bad and not all is good. I had very bad experience about expat yesterday. I have been working and also have alot of friends are expats. I am always respect their culture, life style and private life. But I never see anyone in my life ...
To be honest, it's 50-50, sometimes you can meet narrow minded expats, who came here only because apparently "it's easy for a white guy to get Asian girls", they complain about our country, yet refuse to fking leave because they earn much more money ... Read More
I want to learn Vietnamese! by Anthony W.
Hey guys, I just moved to Saigon last month. And I think I should start learning Vietnamese. So can anybody suggest a good school? Thanks.
With a northen accent :P I find the southern accent cute but too hard to understand, plus all the slangs...sometimes it's quicker to speak english lol Read More
I want to learn Vietnamese! by Anthony W.
Hey guys, I just moved to Saigon last month. And I think I should start learning Vietnamese. So can anybody suggest a good school? Thanks.
Learn the northern accent, foreigners with southern accent sound pretty funny :)) Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
No thanks, I don't want anything "better than a friendship" apparently. Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Hi Tony, I found a place already so its all good :) however the last week of april i'm going back home (Hanoi) to see my friends and family so i wont be able to meet you then. How long are you staying in hcmc for? Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
I have a studio already, thanks Read More
For all you smokers out there, I need help!!! by bohemian_rhapsody
Quick question, where do I buy smoking paraphernalia here? Like rolling papers and pipes... Google wasn't very helpful -.-
Nope, some weird super long papers in a black box..even the filters are big Read More
For all you smokers out there, I need help!!! by bohemian_rhapsody
Quick question, where do I buy smoking paraphernalia here? Like rolling papers and pipes... Google wasn't very helpful -.-
Oh you got the papers, i was gonna say i have many left, you could have mine haha. I'm crap at rolling so i gave up.. Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Thanks all for your help, i found a place on Bui Huu Nghia :) signed the contract today so everythings good. See you all when i finally move to Saigon :) Excited much :) x Read More
Crutches Needed Urgent by Nimz88
Hi Guys, I sprained my ankle like an idiot in Sapa during a trek. I'm stuck in the hotel room for the next day, but will be returning to Hanoi on Wednesday March 13th. I can't really walk around and am in need of crutches to help me get around ...
Already replied lol. You want me to drop the crutches later on tonight or tomorrow morning? Read More
Crutches Needed Urgent by Nimz88
Hi Guys, I sprained my ankle like an idiot in Sapa during a trek. I'm stuck in the hotel room for the next day, but will be returning to Hanoi on Wednesday March 13th. I can't really walk around and am in need of crutches to help me get around ...
I have spare ones, where will you stay in Hanoi, I will look for them then drop them there for you. Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Thanks, this one sounds pretty decent. I will contact the guy tomorrow. :) Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Thanks, I can read Vietnamese. However with the quoted prices, i'm a bit worried that the places would be super ugly... I prefer serviced apartments but only agencies offer that. Any suggestion? maybe on a good agency that I can trust? Thanks Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Thanks for your recommendation. I'm trying to find a place but no luck so far. Tried a few agencies but turned out they all put nice pics on and when I got my mother's staff to go and view the apartments, they were unavailable, make me wondering if ... Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Wow...and yet i thought 15 mins on the bike from Binh Thanh to Mac Dinh Chi would be alright... Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Do you have any pic? Are they furnished? I'm not very fussy about the distance because i have a motorbike :) Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Haha, im currently living in Hanoi, its a city too right ;p probably wont be much different :) Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Hey, thanks for your response. Kindly send some pics to giang.h.duong@gmail.com. Thanks x Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
I want a fairly large en-suite room, furnished, place for parking (motorbike, if there is a car park nearby it would be a plus), shared kitchen is ok, i dont cook much. 20 mins drive to work would be fine by me. Price from $200-$300, can stretch a ... Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...
Where would be the best area to rent a flat/ apartment if my office is on Mac Dinh Chi? Thanks Read More
Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :)
Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ... Read More
Be my Vietnamese Teacher Or Friend by benq
HI I've been in HANOI over a year but I could not speak Vietnamese at all. It is really....really...really...difficult. I am here for working and I think I might stay at HANOI quite long time (at least over several years..I guess) I've started to ...
Sure I can teach you :)speaking only yea? it's easier to learn short sentences, it would take forever if you want to learn the alphabet and put words together. Read More
Looking For a Reliable Motorbike To Buy by Brice Horner
I am arriving in Hanoi in early October and after completing a 10 day guided motorbike tour I will be looking to buy a reliable motorbike to get me to HCMC. I will be leaving HCMC in November and will sell the bike again. Does anyone have a bike ...
Hey, Check this site out http://vietnam-motorbikes.com/ You can call Clay at 012 859 63559, he will take care of you :) There's also buy back option so you can sell the bike in HCMC when you get there. He's my mate so don't worry, this post is ... Read More
moving to vietnam by Davidski
hi there! i am moving to vietnam to teach english.....i am wondering from those with experience whether it is better to find an apartment or to get a job first......what area do you find the best area to live in hanoi?
Find a place to live, have some spare cash to live on for a month or two, you can find a job pretty easy here. Most of my expats friends stay near West Lake area. search on google map for Tay Ho district. There are many restaurants, bars and places ... Read More
What is the most unusual thing you have taken in suitcase abroad by haggishunter
The first time i went to Pakistan to visit i have took.... 1 computer 1 printer and extra ink. Surround sound system. Then last year i went back to visit i took.... 2 remote controlled helicopter toys 2 remote controlled all terrain jeep ...
Fred I can picture the customs guys faces looking through your case and finding them. :whistle: :PI can picture Fred doing the puppy eyes "Is cross dressing illegal here?" x Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
Tea, loads of milk and sugar :) x Read More
New to Hanoi by DebbieAnneSt
Hello Everyone, My name is Debbie, and I'm a 26 year old English Teacher. I am looking to meet new people, and get any advice that I can regarding life in Hanoi. Any help you can give me would be very much appreciated :) Thanks, Debbie xx
Hey Deb, If you wanna meet up with other expats, go to places on Xuan Dieu road. I normally go to Tay Tap (quiet and chill atmosphere), Phuc Tan (51 Tu Gian, bit dirty but the music is alright), HRC (on To Ngoc Van, live music and cheap drinks), ... Read More
Let's chat about where to have fun??? by sevencoloriris
Seriously, where in this city can I have fun? Feeling so bored with having too much free time here... Anybody recommend? Where are you usually out and about? The heat in daytime is not really something comfortable... (>__
Well, depends on what you want to do for fun really. Piknic Electronic is great, it's held at Keangnam Pool Garden every Sunday from 4pm-10pm, drinks are alright, really good djs. There is a Miami pool party there on Aug 4 as well. Also, there are ... Read More
Racism by Julien
Do you feel racism in your country? Is it complicated to integrate yoursleft with local people or are you used to it? I really like London because the city is a lot of people from everywhere, and everybody seems to be integrated. I don't feel ...
Do you feel racism in your country? Is it complicated to integrate yoursleft with local people or are you used to it? I really like London because the city is a lot of people from everywhere, and everybody seems to be integrated. I don't feel ... Read More
Reverse Culture Shock by Guesposter58
Hmm. All last week I was back in the UK (mixing some work, with a short break). The last time I was back there was in November last year, and also the previous August. One thing I noticed this time though was I seemed to be suffering more from ...
I have been back to my home country earlier this year and after all, I still couldn't adjust myself to the lifestyle we have here. It's a shame really, considering I spent 15 years of my childhood here. Probably it's because I spent those crucial ... Read More
Make friends in Hanoi :) by AnnieDuong
I have just returned to Hanoi from England a few months ago. I was away for quite a long time so I don't have many friends here. Would be nice to make some friends with similar hobbies. I'm outgoing, kind of a party animal :P, a bit more calm now ...
I can't. I'm in Saigon now :'SI will probably move there soon enough, Hanoi starts to bore me :) Read More
Make friends in Hanoi :) by AnnieDuong
I have just returned to Hanoi from England a few months ago. I was away for quite a long time so I don't have many friends here. Would be nice to make some friends with similar hobbies. I'm outgoing, kind of a party animal :P, a bit more calm now ...
you're even less lucky, cause I'm having real good time in Saigon right now :D kidding, I think they will keep meeting each other and going on tour together :) just keep your eyes open for their next moves :)I'm sure you will keep me update with ... Read More
Make friends in Hanoi :) by AnnieDuong
I have just returned to Hanoi from England a few months ago. I was away for quite a long time so I don't have many friends here. Would be nice to make some friends with similar hobbies. I'm outgoing, kind of a party animal :P, a bit more calm now ...
they rode on friday to the national park near Tam Dao and may be Truc Lam meditation monastery on Saturday.I worked on Friday!!! and was hangover on Saturday...!!! not lucky, was i? Read More
Make friends in Hanoi :) by AnnieDuong
I have just returned to Hanoi from England a few months ago. I was away for quite a long time so I don't have many friends here. Would be nice to make some friends with similar hobbies. I'm outgoing, kind of a party animal :P, a bit more calm now ...
Aw, thats a shame! Sorry, i totally forgot... Did u guys decide where to go for the tour? Surely not saigon right? Read More
Just off the Plane!! by joolshodgson
Hi All, Just arrived in Hanoi on Tuesday to start my new job and trying to settle in. Would be ace to meet others here both expats and locals alike who share my interests!! Firstly though were is a good place to meet expats like me? I like live ...
You could go to Taboo, Phuc Tan and Temple, a lot of expats there :) or theres a cafe/bar just near Sheraton (Xuan Dieu), good for meeting expats like you. Hope it helps x Read More
Make friends in Hanoi :)
I have just returned to Hanoi from England a few months ago. I was away for quite a long time so I don't have many friends here. Would be nice to make some friends with similar hobbies. I'm outgoing, kind of a party animal :P, a bit more calm now ... Read More