noah83
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Vietnamese Community _ Working Professional in Singapore by Kevin Viis
Hi all Vietnamese out there, If you are reading this, you are probably like me, searching for a vietnamese community in singapore. I stayed here for 11 years now, and i spent 3 days to look for a vietnamese group but out of luck . Thus, here i am, ...
You can check out Joo Chiat. Read More
Hanoi to BKK by ash78
Good day, does anyanyone know how to get from Hanoi to BKk by bus or train? I wanted to go to BKK but I want go by land as i want to explore beautiful views on the way. hope you can help. Thanks Ash
There is another way: Hanoi ---> Ho Chi Minh ---> Phnom Penh ---> Siem Reap ---> BKK It's really depend you want to go thru Laos or Cambodia. You can check out: www.seat61.com for you travel plans. Read More
BUYING APARTMENT IN HCM by noah83
Hi guys, Just to check, is this a good time to buy apartment now? Any input will be much appreciated. =) -noah
Hmm around 100,000 - 120,000??? Thanks Colinoscapee noah Read More
BUYING APARTMENT IN HCM by noah83
Hi guys, Just to check, is this a good time to buy apartment now? Any input will be much appreciated. =) -noah
Hmm, so where will you recommend? =) btw what is the estimated price range? noah Read More
BUYING APARTMENT IN HCM by noah83
Hi guys, Just to check, is this a good time to buy apartment now? Any input will be much appreciated. =) -noah
Hi guys, Thanks for the inputs. Well, my intention of buying apartment is for my family to stay. I am thinking of D4, D5, D10 or Phan Xi Long. Personally, i find that D7 is kinda of out of the way. Noah Read More
BUYING APARTMENT IN HCM
Hi guys, Just to check, is this a good time to buy apartment now? Any input will be much appreciated. =) -noah Read More
Expat having a baby here in Vietnam by Rikka
Can any British or Aussie expats advise me on having a baby here in Vietnam. Advice regarding birth certificates / citizenship / nationality etc. appreciated. I hold both British and Australian Passports as a British national who migrated to ...
All the more reason to get junior VN citizenship - and the order of registration is important, remember, and that means the VN passport issued before registration anywhere else. My daughter has VNese, Canadian, UK and USA citizenships. She was born ... Read More
Restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City
Hi guys, Need your inputs, currently i am looking for big restaurant in HCM City that are able to hold 300 pax. Any recommendation? Preferably in D1 area. Thanks! Read More
Volunteer Travel Writer by Bagyiphyo
If you are retired and living in Vietnam if you got nothing much to do come to join us we will travel around Vietnam and write Adventure tour, Wildlife Conservation, Vietnam framing project etc. free travel and Accommodation, You must be good writer ...
I did PM you, but you did not reply. Why not you share it here for the benefit of everyone. Thanks! Read More
International Border Crossings in Vietnam by sensesofvietnam
Hi All, The last time I was in HCM city, I used the Moc Bai/Bavet international border crossing to Cambodia to have my passport stamps. This is the closest border crossing if you staying in HCM city. I have done this a few times and have no issues ...
I cannot remember as it about 3 years ago. But i should not be expensive. As most of the passengers are local. Yup, you can make a trip back to Kon Tum by Bo Y. There are buses from Paske. However, i afraid language might be a problem. I suggest ... Read More
International Border Crossings in Vietnam by sensesofvietnam
Hi All, The last time I was in HCM city, I used the Moc Bai/Bavet international border crossing to Cambodia to have my passport stamps. This is the closest border crossing if you staying in HCM city. I have done this a few times and have no issues ...
If i can remember. There's a bus that departs 7am Kon Tum and arrive Pakse (Laos) around 8pm at night. Through Bo Y. So 1 full day you will on the bus. Not really comfortable but pretty interesting. Read More
Bus service to Vung Tau by jessop
I am travelling to Vietnam in December and will be there for 5 weeks .I need to catch transport from District 1 to Vung Tau . I have googled a few times looking for some sort of transport bus train with know real response can anyone help me. Also ...
Try Phuong Trang (Futa Buslines) service from HCMC to Vung Tau. It is one of the more reliable bus company. Phuong Trang office: 274 Pham Ngu Lao St Bus departs every hour Read More
Any reputable botox and derma filler clinics in HCMC? by awayland
Thinking of getting botox and derma fillers facial treatment in HCMC. So many clinics in HCMC willing to do it at a cheap price. I am highly suspicious, however, I am sure there reputable clinics that do good jobs at a reasonable price but still ...
Be very careful.. Although it happened 1 year ago in Hanoi. Anything can happen anytime, anywhere. http://tuoitrenews.vn/society/14343/doctor-allegedly-throws-dead-customer-into-river Read More
Vietenamese food here
Check out Joo Chiat area. http://www.thebestsingapore.com/best-place/long-phung-restaurant/ NamNam noodle bar is over-rated. Read More
Arriving in Siempre Reap at 1130 pm on nov16 any night bus schedule ??
The latest bus that departs from SR is 11pm. There is no pick up from airport. Tuktuk from airport to city center is around 5USD. Check out this site http://www.giantibis.com/schedule.php Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
No worries. Siem Reap is consider one of the most friendliest city to travel. As for your one way ticket thingy, it should not be a big problem. Unlikely they will ask for your return ticket. If they ask, you can said you are doing overland to ... Read More
Any bank near clarke quay area open on Saturday?
3D River Valley Rd DBS Bank or UOB Read More
Need a Bed Space / Sharing ( Male) Urgent pls from 29th october by Jose12345
Good day; I am looking for a bed space / room share w/wifi in Singapore Age 49 / Male I am alone. Reaching Singapore on 29th October 4:45 am confirmed As I am coming to seek a job there any place will do in Singapore Indian - Nationality willing ...
If you want to save some money. You can take a train from airport all the way to Little India station. http://www.littleindia.com.sg/Reaching_Little_India.aspx Read More
Animal and human rights Vietnam by Seath forder
Does anyone know of any animal rights program or organization. We have met a vietnamese man who we thought was a nice guy with a loving dog. But it has turned out he is a complete tyrant and inhuman person. We have dealt with him for some weeks now, ...
; Very true! There's a eat meat shop just beside my place.. Read More
Organic Veggies? by rwinn415
Does anyone know of a shop (preferably in districts 4 or 7) where I can find organic vegetables?
Usually organic veggies do not look that good.. Read More
Any bank near clarke quay area open on Saturday?
Yup, there are some banks at that area. Just remember to do it before 12pm. Most of the banks operate half day for Saturday. Read More
Volunteering. by t101
Hello everyone. Does anyone know if there is places where I can volunteer to work here in HCMC ? Thank you.
You might want to check out Blessed Discoveries. They are a social enterprise that combines Tourism and Humanitarian work together. They might have some jobs for you. Read More
P M S cream by Sploke77
Hi does anyone know where to buy Progesterone Cream (for women use) here in this city? Tried 2 foreign pharmacies to no avail. Thanks
Hi Sploke, I am going back to SG in Jan and will be back before CNY. If you can wait, I can help you bring back from SG. Noah Read More
job in singapore by niluv
How to find jobs for foreigners in singapore ? Im currently in singapore.
Your post said it all. This is the typical Foreign Trash that Singaporeans have been talking all the time. Btw, are you selling your body during the interview? Read More
Trains by ancientpathos
Greetings, Just curious if anyone had travel by train to China. I understand there are scheduled runs all the way to Bejing. Been thinking about visiting China, never been there. Also when would be the best time to go?
Hi Ancientpathos, Hanoi - Beijing by train (Tuesday and Friday) Twice-weekly sleeper train from Beijing to Hanoi... There is a safe, comfortable & affordable twice-weekly train service between Beijing & Hanoi. A Chinese express train with modern ... Read More
Looking for room in HCMC by granturbo
Hi. My wife is Vietnamese and now and looking for a job and room in HCMC. She got no money and need to find a job in HCMC first. She is looking to share a room with female. She got no money to pay rent first. After she got a job, then she can pay ...
I do not think it is wise to post your wife personal number in this public forum. You never know who will contact her. I mean if she is your wife should not you be here to help her out rather asking from random strangers. Noah Read More
Job in Singapore...It is still available for foreigner? by Nhi Tran
Hi dear friends, I am Nhi, coming from Vietnam. I graduated from Open Unvisity with English Teaching Methodologies, and from University of Sunderland with Master of Business Administration. I have working experiences in Eduational field, ...
No offense, what help do you need? Many foreigners come to sg and thought it will be a walk in the park in term of finding a job here. And many went home disappointed. Do not add on to the number. Noah Read More
Job in Singapore...It is still available for foreigner? by Nhi Tran
Hi dear friends, I am Nhi, coming from Vietnam. I graduated from Open Unvisity with English Teaching Methodologies, and from University of Sunderland with Master of Business Administration. I have working experiences in Eduational field, ...
Hey Sploke, I do read up therealsingapore site once in awhile. Have to say I do agree with some of the articles, but more than 80% are plain rubbish. You should know, we as Singaporean loves to complaint and all the rantings are getting out of ... Read More
The secret book by kenyan101
been looking for this book but can't find it anywhere around anyone who owns one can tell me about it will appreciate
Did not the book title provides some hints for you? :P Read More
Job in Singapore...It is still available for foreigner? by Nhi Tran
Hi dear friends, I am Nhi, coming from Vietnam. I graduated from Open Unvisity with English Teaching Methodologies, and from University of Sunderland with Master of Business Administration. I have working experiences in Eduational field, ...
Did not you see the adviced from our previous posts? Or are you just trying your luck here? Read More
RE: Singapore by icadizon
Hi! anyone here filipino's based in singapore? Will be off to singapore by november.... hope i can meet filipino's by then :)
Ur welcome. Nope, not in sg. Read More
RE: Singapore by icadizon
Hi! anyone here filipino's based in singapore? Will be off to singapore by november.... hope i can meet filipino's by then :)
There are many Filipino hanging around Orchard Road on Sunday. You will feel at home there. Noah Read More
I want you're help by pu34
Hi I'm from Thailand I want to bring my son come to Singapore for study he 13year but he doesn't know English and chinese I don't know where I can put my son I need your help thanks
Does that come with a cost? Read More
Gift for One year old (family member) by Citsym
I am having trouble figuring out what is the correct gift (if any) to take to a one (1) year old's birthday. Can anyone offer advise. Thanks in advance.
I will prefer baby clothes or toys that the child can enjoy playing. Noah Read More
Need help of finding a place to stay while visiting Phu Quoc...PLEASE by thuy4tien
My wife and I plan to visit Phu Quoc from November 20 - 24. Last time we stayed was at a place called SEA STAR (bungalow #19). It was very nice. I called them yesterday and they say they are FULL in November. ANY RECOMMENDATION? We need a Bungalow ...
Ha! Come on, are you the CEO of slowjetvietjet? It is based on my personal experience. My flight delayed a couple of times. I got into Hanoi at 1.30am!! Anyway, I am not running a travel agency like you do. Oppss by the way, this is a forum that ... Read More
Need help of finding a place to stay while visiting Phu Quoc...PLEASE by thuy4tien
My wife and I plan to visit Phu Quoc from November 20 - 24. Last time we stayed was at a place called SEA STAR (bungalow #19). It was very nice. I called them yesterday and they say they are FULL in November. ANY RECOMMENDATION? We need a Bungalow ...
No VIETJET! Unless you do not mind getting your flight delay, delay, delay and delay.. Read More
Travelling from HCM to Danang by Daiwill
I will be arriving HCM on Monday. Can anyone suggest the cheapest easiest way to travel to Danang from HCM , or the most practical? How frequent from HCM and do they actually run from the airport? I am aware that buses and trains are cheapest and ...
Hi Daiwill, Flying is not necessary expensive. Jetstar and Vietnamair have promotion tickets. BUT DO NOT EVER GO FOR VIETJET!! I will suggest Train though =) Noah Read More
Anyone in Mui Ne this weekend? by ssuprnova
Hi everyone, I'm going to Mui Ne this weekend. I'll be there from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. As far as I understand all entertainment venues will be shut down, so does anyone want to meet for some coffee or a drink? Inbox me :)
No world cup qualifying matches.. :mad: Read More
Indian spouse in Singapore by NatashaMunjal
Hi me and my hubby will be relocating to Singapore in dec end. And we will be having a month to stay in a service apartment. I am an MBA from india and have been in banking side really but now looking for a career shift. I do not intend to work like ...
It depends on what you want to do. There are tonnes of volunteer activities out there such as: Orphanages Homes of the elderly Giving tuition to children from low income families And many more! Noah Read More
Indian spouse in Singapore by NatashaMunjal
Hi me and my hubby will be relocating to Singapore in dec end. And we will be having a month to stay in a service apartment. I am an MBA from india and have been in banking side really but now looking for a career shift. I do not intend to work like ...
Unlikely, perhaps a free meal.. Noah Read More
Job in Singapore...It is still available for foreigner? by Nhi Tran
Hi dear friends, I am Nhi, coming from Vietnam. I graduated from Open Unvisity with English Teaching Methodologies, and from University of Sunderland with Master of Business Administration. I have working experiences in Eduational field, ...
I do not think it will have much effect. Just look at the HDB cooling measure..:rolleyes: Read More
Job in Singapore...It is still available for foreigner? by Nhi Tran
Hi dear friends, I am Nhi, coming from Vietnam. I graduated from Open Unvisity with English Teaching Methodologies, and from University of Sunderland with Master of Business Administration. I have working experiences in Eduational field, ...
That's a good one bro. Bro, let me know when you are in Vietnam. Let's meet up for coffee. :) Hi Nhi, I will suggest you to take put in Vietnam. The chances of you getting a job in Vietnam is higher than Singapore. As Sploke said, it is a ... Read More
Folklore Cure? by Sploke77
Just like to share following: Once in a while, my wife would ask me to carry out the 'curing process'. I am to use a metal spoon to scratch her back very hard till it shows patches of red under the skin. Then to repeat this on another part of the ...
And on their neck too. Read More
How is Dai Tu district? Is it safe to stay and travel there? by jritoo
Hi, does anyone know how is Dai Tu district near Hanoi? Is it safe to stay there with family? or will it be too costly if I stay in Hanoi and travel by taxi daily which will be around 160 km to & fro daily? How much will it cost? will it be ...
Hi Thuy, Do you mind share a little bit more about Thai Nguyen? What do you mean by 'not safe for foreigner'? I might be traveling up to Thai Nguyen at the end of the year. Thanks Noah Read More
Any way to get a visa renewal processed within a day or two? by Nam_
A friend texted me today, my new landlord is upset because I haven't started on getting my visa renewal processed yet, we were going to go Friday but something happened and I ended up putting it off until tomorrow. Last month I went in to a local ...
I think that the only way to get your visa renewed within a day is to do a border run. I just did mine and it cost me 24usd. Just take it as a day of sightseeing. Read More
Relationships by ancientpathos
I am a 53 years old divorced Caucasian male from the USA. I really enjoy my life here in Vietnam. Been traveling a lot and it seems that a recurring theme has developed whenever I meet someone I am interested in. Please bear in mind that I do not ...
I beg to differ, Mai. Its true that all Vietnamese that I knew wants to get out of Vietnam & move to USA. But USA is not all that good as Vietnamese percieved. Take Singapore for example. Singapore is a 1st world country & its still evolving. The ... Read More
The Old Quarter by ancientpathos
Been walking around the old quarter today. I hope the rest of Hanoi is better. It seems everyone is out to take advantage of the tourist. Maybe HCMC spoiled me. Stopped to buy an ice coffee on the street, they wanted 30000 dong, pineapple 200000 ...
Hi Mark, I do not think so. I just came back from Hanoi. Have to say that things are more exp there. Pho cost abt 20, 000 in hcmc but the cheapest pho in hanoi cost 35, 000..:rolleyes: Read More
First time to Saigon. Any Singapore Friends here? by happysin
Hi everyone, intro; i am a chinese guy from sin age 45 and staying at q5 area. any sin bros here to hang out?
Sure. Btw I will be going back for 3 weeks. Maybe we can meet up in early April. ;) Read More
First time to Saigon. Any Singapore Friends here? by happysin
Hi everyone, intro; i am a chinese guy from sin age 45 and staying at q5 area. any sin bros here to hang out?
Hi, Let me know the kopi-o date. As I am staying a little far (Dong Nai province). Noah Read More
Where can I find some decent simple photo's frame with a decent price?
@ Judy, Thanks for the info and your kind offer, my driver would be able to find the location. @ Jaitch, Happy New Year to you and thanks for your help as usual :)Hi, I not sure what u mean by simple. Anyway, if you can wait till March, I can ... Read More
Employment guarantee TESOL course by visothsumtw
Hi, I came across a TESOL training school at this website avse.edu.vn/ that makes a bold claim of guaranteed employment. Seems hard to believe with the economy going south at this time & companies scaling down their operations & staff. Does anyone ...
45000VND per hour? That's about half of what students in my country get when they work in a fast food restaurant like KFC during their school holidays.Bro, do not compare apple to orange. :rolleyes: I am sure with certs, you can get higher than ... Read More
Are there any Indian schools in HCM? by sxjut
Hi, My husband has an offer from a company in HCM,Vietnam. I would like to know if someone could let me know if there any INDIAN schools. I was able to find Global Indian International School but when I tried to call them I was getting a message ...
Foreign, non-Vietnamese children can't attend Vietnamese schools.I know this is a little off topic, sorry for hijacking. What about one of the parent is Vietnamese and the other is foreigner? Thanks! Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work by noah83
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ...
That's right, l3ully. Thanks for all the input. Will be heading down in Nov. :) Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work by noah83
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ...
Oops.. forgetting to ask, what is the name of the orphanage? Thanks! :D Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work by noah83
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ...
Hi Anpham, Thanks for your reply. Are you working in the orphanage? Or do you help out during your free time? Noah Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work by noah83
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ...
Hi all, Thanks for all the inputs. @Jaitch - Do you know where can I find more information (website) for the project that is helping the farmers in the Mekong? Thanks Noah Read More
New in the forum and looking for charity organizations by 123go
Hello everyone, I am new on this forum. Very nice to join your community! I have a question for those who know more about Saigon: I would like to [b]donate some books, clothing and shoes to a charity organization[/b]. Do you know any trustworthy ...
Hello everyone, I am new on this forum. Very nice to join your community! I have a question for those who know more about Saigon: I would like to donate some books, clothing and shoes to a charity organization. Do you know any trustworthy ones ... Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work by noah83
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ...
Hi I3ully and Jaitch, Thanks for your valuable inputs. After going through the forum, seems like both of you are very experience in how things work in Vietnam. @Jaitch - based on what you have shared, do you have any specific organizations that I ... Read More
Humanitarian / Volunteer work
Hi guys, I am from Singapore. Over the last few years I have been travelling in and out of Vietnam and gradually I have fallen in love with this beautiful country and its people (however not the 聭cong an聮 and cabbies :mad:). Currently, I am ... Read More