akvap2013
Indian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Indian
Lives in Thai Nguyen
Speaks English and Indian languages & little Vietnamese
Registration: 29 June 2013
Medication in Vietnam by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Vietnam ...
When you are visiting here for long time it is always advisable the following points: 1. Bring your medicines with you as much as possible because if similar formulation of medicine is not there and it is not from branded MNC company then chances ... Read More
Payment methods in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Once you聮re settled in Vietnam, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...
Preferably cash and for big payment by Bank debit card Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I love Vietnam and why again and again will love to settle there Read More
Con dao island by linhmartin
My VN wife and I are planning to take our 6yo niece for a short holiday on Con Dao, travelling on the new Con Dao express hydrofoil from Vung Tau end-April/early-May (school holidays). Grateful for any early clues about good seats on the hydrofoil ...
I heard it a beautiful island and these days seeking lack of tourist there resulting affecting local business. The reason may be due to remote location, few transport options and expensive Read More
Buying Jeans in Vung Tau by HenryJo
Where can I buy [b]size 38[/b] jeans in Vung Tau? I've tried the big supermarkets (eg. Lotte, Co-op) and some shops in the malls where they are located. No luck. Only have size 36. Even then, only a limited range. Any ideas? (other than travel ...
Size 38 and over is not popular size in Vietnamese as their physique is smaller. I tried to buy shoe of size 8 or 9 was also not available Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
I love the Vietnamese people always with smiling face and no regrets sign on their faces, a warm and positive attitude of life. The most of the tourist places are well maintained and very much tourist friendly behaviour without any vested interest. Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I will love to settle here. Read More
Is the Imperial Hotel in Vung Tau guest friendly? by jrkunstler
I will be staying at the Imperial Hotel for 3 nights in May, and was wondering what their policy is on bringing overnight local guests? I was in Ho Chi Minh years ago and I know most if not all 5 star hotels strictly enforced the rule that did not ...
All hoteliers make money with guest friendly facility. If they stop it their occupancy will gone down Read More
Best Area by Paul123
I'll travel Vietnam in 2018. What's the best area to rent for a few months in Vung Tau? Prefer safety and convenient to fresh fruit market than the sea. Is humidity very terrible in May and June?
Stay near Co-op Mart in Hodeco Plaza. You will get everything whatever or whenever you wish. Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I simply love the country and its people. nice place to work and live Read More
advice on a girl by jim rc
I meet a lovely girl in vung tau.I am staying at a hotel which is in her name.I pay for rent and give her money to live on.Some people told me bad things about her.She told me it wasn't her but someone that looked like her. How can i find out ...
it is well understood that she is having vested interest Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Vietnam is a very nice place to live and developing very rapidly in all sphere in South East Asia. I will love to be there forever. Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Vietnam can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...
Honest speaking, I never felt home sickness in Vietnam rather I was more happy in Vietnam because I love Vietnam and the people. Read More
Customer care in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Vietnam and ...
I never encountered mixed customer service experience. May be it is because language problem. I stayed in a hotel for 1 year and found very good hospitality as a family member. The owners and staffs were excellent in their behaviour, service and ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Vietnam provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
Hardly I have seen any one reading news paper or listening radio. Yes, TV is being watched widely by ll across the world then why Vietnam will be a exception. I loved some of the thriller and comedy serials and watching them regularly. BBC and CNN ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Vietnam is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Vietnam? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Climate condition in Vietnam is not very exception. South is hotter than north. In north, when Hanoi temp. is 4-5 deg C then its 20 deg in HCM. For me all is OK because I love Vietnam and there people. Read More
Expand your social circle in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Vietnam means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
Socialising in Vietnam is very easy as the people are very friendly and joyful in nature. the following ways we can socialise: 1. Join the local community meet which normally is been conducted Saturday or Sunday. 2. In any coffee shop or mall we ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
hi Chrstine I stayed 6 months in Vung Tau in 2013 and 1 year in Thai Nguyen in 2015. My experience is wonderful and I love Vietnam. I travelled a lot in Vietnam to see the culture and heritage which include, Dalat, HCM, Hanoi, Cu Chi tunnel, ... Read More
Business etiquette in Vietnam by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Vietnam, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
Its true as Mr. Agwuena said.Its may be odd for expats and foreigners but in Vietnam, its ok. Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
They are not only beautiful but also graceful and kind hearted human being which make them more attractive Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
The Vietnamese people are more humble. social, go getter, no ego compare to rest of the world. The women are very beutiful, health and beauty conscious and know to manage life against all odds. Read More
Expat-blog meet up in vung tau anyone? by iamunicaija
Hi All! My name is Nikka and I've been here in VT for a month now. :) I really love this place and would like to meet some new friends. If anyone is planning to have a meetup of some members of Expat-blog located in Vung tau, please let me ...
sure when will love to Read More
Any Expats in Vung Tau, want to meet up? by emmy.vn
Hello! My hometown is in Vung Tau, i'm studying in HCM city. I often back to VT every weekend when i do not have any class. I saw many Russian here and some countries, any Expats have free time, we can hanging out and making friend. Nice to meet ...
sure share ur no. to contact Read More
hi wanna meet foreigner have some drink by Tuyetlai
hi nice to be friend....wanna meet foreigner then we can have some drink
sure, any saturday or sunday Read More
life in Vung Tau by bluecheer
hello i would like to know about life in Vung Tau my plans have changed and i am now studying a TESOL Certificate IV which finishes in October and plan to come to Vietnam November/December 2013. any information on jobs,accommodation and life in Vung ...
am interested form India my email id is ashitroy26082010@hotmail.com Read More
looking for work whether it be full time or part time by Bonzabloke
I am looking to relocate to Vung Tau in March next year (2014) , I am interested i looking for work whether it be full time or part time, I have a banking and finance background and currently employed as an executive officer for a state government ...
thanks for suggestion. already put the ad Read More
looking for work whether it be full time or part time by Bonzabloke
I am looking to relocate to Vung Tau in March next year (2014) , I am interested i looking for work whether it be full time or part time, I have a banking and finance background and currently employed as an executive officer for a state government ...
need part time weekend english teaching assignment Read More
I am looking for new friends! by Julie Bui
Hi, My name is Julie.I am 21 years old and I'm Vietnamese girl. I was told ab this website through my Enghlish teacher. I'm really excited when i join this bog. I want to make friends with everyone comes over the world. we can discuss ab culture, ...
hi nice to meet u here when u arrived here Read More
I am looking for new friends! by Julie Bui
Hi, My name is Julie.I am 21 years old and I'm Vietnamese girl. I was told ab this website through my Enghlish teacher. I'm really excited when i join this bog. I want to make friends with everyone comes over the world. we can discuss ab culture, ...
am fine u r seems from india , which place Read More
I am looking for new friends! by Julie Bui
Hi, My name is Julie.I am 21 years old and I'm Vietnamese girl. I was told ab this website through my Enghlish teacher. I'm really excited when i join this bog. I want to make friends with everyone comes over the world. we can discuss ab culture, ...
hi karen how r u? u r from? Read More
I am looking for new friends! by Julie Bui
Hi, My name is Julie.I am 21 years old and I'm Vietnamese girl. I was told ab this website through my Enghlish teacher. I'm really excited when i join this bog. I want to make friends with everyone comes over the world. we can discuss ab culture, ...
my english is good & want to make friends Read More
I am looking for new friends! by Julie Bui
Hi, My name is Julie.I am 21 years old and I'm Vietnamese girl. I was told ab this website through my Enghlish teacher. I'm really excited when i join this bog. I want to make friends with everyone comes over the world. we can discuss ab culture, ...
want to learn vietnamese and my english is excellet Read More