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How to make friends in Vietnam by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Vietnam :top: [b]Which are your best ...
And football too, "wrong way train" !!! :dumbom: I can't wait to make friend with you lolol Read More
Flying Hanoi->Bangkok->Siagon. Cash? Visas?
I didn't have any problem at BKK airport even it was my first time there. I also heard about the minimum amount of cash to bring along (around $300), but the customs didn't ask for anything except for my passport, ticket and the form that you might ... Read More
What is the best way to call the USA? by Wild_1
Hello guys, When I first came out here, a buddy of mine loaded my labtop with that MagicJack and gave me a USB to call home with. Once out here, I got a Mobifone account and often use that to call the US, when I am away from my laptop. Recently, ...
I would go for Skype Read More
sony playstation 3/4
You should buy it here. PS3 is available in Saigon, but not PS4...yet. Read More
What medicine to take back to Vietnam by khanh44
Since I'll be away from my free medical care and paid drugs I'll have to take better care of my health. So trying to compile a list of what medicines and drugs to pack with me. - Aspirin - Tums - Pepto Bismal - PMS cream - 40% deet - sunscreen - ...
- Pepto Bismal - Aspirin - Halls Read More
Hu岷� accent. by TC0088
I would like to brush up on my Vietnamese with the Hu岷� accent. Yes, I do have a lot of time on my hand. :proud Seriously, I do find the accent very therapeutic.
I see. It took a little heat to have you all turned on lol Read More
Are there funeral homes in Vietnam? by MIA2013
Just wondering...I don't remember seeing any funeral homes while I was in my mom's hometown. My uncle died after Tet this year, and the funeral was held inside our vacation home for 4 days. They did it Cao Dai style, although, he was an atheist. :huh
Yes, there are funeral homes in the city. Venue and service are provided in Viet traditional way. Maybe you didn't see any becoz you didn't really look for one. Read More
Superstitions about fans by ChrisFox
Electric fans, quạt m谩y. I use fans to cool off. I exercise at a gym 4-6 times a week and without fans blowing on me I will practically collapse in the heat. At home I have the fan blowing on me so I can get by without the air ...
Now I understand why you look so grumpy lol Read More
Hello HCMC ! French Canadian here by JP_YK
Hello ! Life is too short to lack great coffee. Hence my back-in-HCMC-to-satisfy-an-obcession-on-coffee. Joking aside, I am giving the great northern Canadian winter a break, so here I am. It is so good to be back in Vietnam after almost 2 years! ...
I really appreciate that THD. I prefer English even my English is real bad lol Read More
Hello HCMC ! French Canadian here by JP_YK
Hello ! Life is too short to lack great coffee. Hence my back-in-HCMC-to-satisfy-an-obcession-on-coffee. Joking aside, I am giving the great northern Canadian winter a break, so here I am. It is so good to be back in Vietnam after almost 2 years! ...
Yeah THD, arrange another trip ! Read More
Can you help me? by kieule2313
Hi everyone, I have a question. Can you help me to explain? Yesterday, my boss (Vietnamese) and I had a meeting with a foreign partner. He threw his pen down on the table after asking questions and sat crosslegged . His action made me feel very ...
With only common sense, that type of behavior shows either frustration or just plain being disrespctful. Now you're talking about business, and it's very unlikely for business partners to not aware about the cultural differences if that's the case. ... Read More
only 12 days of annual leave? by NicoleMonika
Is annual leave in Vietnam typically only the legal minimum of 12 days a year or do companies tend to be more generous? How many national holidays is there in addition to the 12 days?
It's typical to have annual leave only 12 days to start with. Then depends on the company's rules and regulation, annual leave will be increased ( 1 day after every 2 years, for example). Some companies will offer 14 days when you first sign the ... Read More
Extra-curricular activities by Tran Hung Dao
[quote=VungTauDon][quote=ChrisFox]But in VN you learn a lot more in high school. American high schools don't teach calculus or physics at all, and very little biology. In fact thanks to religious conservatives, biology is watered down to ...
Agree. I'm not sure why and how THD can jump to such conclusion. Many Asian countries that I've been to have many different activities in high school including soccer and it's also compulsory. Vietnam started abit slow, but they are getting there.I ... Read More
Xin chao Vietnam by nbuu
Hello, I just joined I plan to hire a house in HCMC, but is it good to live in An Phu? regards
D2 is always the best :dumbom: Read More
Extra-curricular activities by Tran Hung Dao
[quote=VungTauDon][quote=ChrisFox]But in VN you learn a lot more in high school. American high schools don't teach calculus or physics at all, and very little biology. In fact thanks to religious conservatives, biology is watered down to ...
I'm pretty sure Asians have football as extra-curricular activities.Agree. I'm not sure why and how THD can jump to such conclusion. Many Asian countries that I've been to have many different activities in high school including soccer and it's also ... Read More
The Venice of SE Asia by Tran Hung Dao
This is amazing! Not from rain but from the ...
I'm very close to the river myself... Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
I think "made in China" is not a problem, the problem is the ball not supposed to be SQUARE .... hahahahahah. Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
I find people with brains sexy. Besides, what to feed zombies if we don't have brains ? :dumbom: Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
THDee, check out if they have the "needle" to pump up the ball when it goes soft. I really need it.... I lost mine... Please please please Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
I wish I knew this sooner :lol: But back then I didn't have any money for such service :sosad: Read More
A Good Suit (dry)Cleaner? by Wild_1
Hi Gang, I am trying to get my favorite suit drycleaned. Unfortunately, I have been less-than-impressed with the works of those in Can Tho. Can any of you recommend me one in Saigon? Thanks in advance, Howie
My only suit is my bday suit too...:unsure Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
where's the fun if there's no PLAY ???? :dumbom: Anyway, now I have a pretty vivid picture of you bring the ball, THD unwraps it and then we all gather around and watch it :unsure :unsure :unsure :unsure :rolleyes: lolololololol Read More
Hi everyone by twilda
Hi all, My name is Tim. I'm a 22 y/o American moving from VA this Thursday for work. I've been reading a lot about what to expect and it seems like it'll be a great time. I play a lot of soccer (football), and would like to try to find a local ...
At a certain age, we think we don't look (as) good in our bday suit anymore...:unsure ..then we hate our bdays and then we get old... maybe...:blink: Read More
Hi everyone by twilda
Hi all, My name is Tim. I'm a 22 y/o American moving from VA this Thursday for work. I've been reading a lot about what to expect and it seems like it'll be a great time. I play a lot of soccer (football), and would like to try to find a local ...
I think if you're still looking forward to your bday, you're young !. If not, you're old ! :dumbom: Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
lol THD !!!!!! We EAT the bread, not PLAY with it !!! :dumbom::dumbom: How about we play with it first, then eat it ! :unsure Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
Hurry back ! I really want to watch you guys play :whistle: Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
:( would you still be the wrongway train when you come back ? Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
Please let me know when you all goin to play football. Can't wait ! Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
I don't know how to play..., but I find it very sexy... I mean, exciting !!! lolololol Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
When you guys goin to play ? I want to watch !!!!! EXCITING !!!! Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
"Wrongway Train" !!! lol. I like that !:lol: Read More
Flood Zone by tintinmiami2013
All, I keep hearing that HCMC is flooded and there is always rain everyday. Is this true? Are there any good district to live in where it does not get flooded easily? Please advise. T.T
I hope next question will not be "Do you have McDonald in Saigon?" Read More
Looking for a Football. by Tran Hung Dao
Where can I buy a football? Not a soccer ball (I know the rest of the world calls it "football"), but an American football. I can't find them at a sports shop - probably because the sport hasn't caught on in Vi峄噒 Nam ...
I got one ! Do ya tackle hard ?:lol: Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
I love it ! :D But I didn't get any hugs...:rolleyes: Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
Now I need someone to tell me bedtime story or I would turn into zombie tomorrow morning. 7AM OMG !!! Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
I have the feeling that you really enjoy being mean to me (10,000,000,000 lices whatsoever) Anyway, bcoz mom got so thrilled after being told about the trip, she decides to join us tomorrow, and it's the right thing to inform you about both of us ... Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
My mom also want to join... We both need a ride then :( Is it possible ? By the way, should we bring our own helmets? Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
THD, are you goin to give me a ride? Read More
Where to get giant jugs of water. by marcama
Hello, I was wondering if anyone knew where to get/ who to call to get the giant blue jugs of water. Been living here for a while and have gotten sick of just buying 2 gallon jugs at the store. Thanks
You might check this out nuocuongtinhkhiet.net.vn/ Read More
Weekend... by Anniest
Well yeah, I know today is Monday. Abit too early to talk about "weekend", but ... Do you guys have any plans for the weekend ? lol THD and I have a plan to visit special babies on Sunday. I wonder many of you here also interested. On Saturday I ...
Oh yea, I forgot that you are in VT lolololol Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
I thought I was the only one :) I think I know exactly what you are going through. Why not join us this Sunday ? It will take your mind off whatever there, at least for awhile :) Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
I sure wish I knew how to fix it, bta87... You were right. Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC -> Dong Nai 9/29/2013 by Tran Hung Dao
[b][color=red]Brief Mode[/color][/b] (for those who are short on time): Who: Expats and Expat-friends (locals) who want to make a difference. As of [b]9/28/2013 - 20:49[/b], the list ...
Me me me !!! I suggest we all gather up in front of Metro :D Read More
Weekend... by Anniest
Well yeah, I know today is Monday. Abit too early to talk about "weekend", but ... Do you guys have any plans for the weekend ? lol THD and I have a plan to visit special babies on Sunday. I wonder many of you here also interested. On Saturday I ...
THD, I don't have a bike :( You guys all go by motorbike or taxi ? I'm livin in D2, can you pick me up ? How about Saturday get together ? :rolleyes: Let's go for ice cream, then drinks... Read More
Weekend...
Well yeah, I know today is Monday. Abit too early to talk about "weekend", but ... Do you guys have any plans for the weekend ? lol THD and I have a plan to visit special babies on Sunday. I wonder many of you here also interested. On Saturday I ... Read More
GO OUT FOR DINNER WITH FOREIGN BOSS by VLS
Have you ever invited your foreign manager to go out for dinner or beer after work? Is that ok for officers ,especially women, and boss having dinner together ? What do you think about this ?or Do you agree or disagree ?
I like your "blah blah blah" lololol Read More
New in HCMC, Vietnam by Steven-expat
Hello everybody!!! I have recently relocated to HCMC, Vietnam and I am glad that I found this forum. I am keen to meet other expats and locals in order to expand my network. Cheers
Only contact me if you are into travelling and photography hahaha. Hope you'll get lots of fun here in Saigon Read More
Looking for some new places to head out by Fairdinkum16
Hey everyone, Recently moved here and just seem to keep going to the same places for dinner and out for a drink. Was wondering if anyone could pass on some info of some good places to have a drink after work, or on the weekends. Weekends usually ...
I also have that "problem". I think it pretty much depends on how you want to spend your day off or your evening. PNL area is absolutely boring (even random talk to random stranger is boring lol). Different bars might also bring the same thing ... Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
You won't be able to get any lantern or mooncake then :( Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
Sure, THD, we can do that. And since Mark is also interested, we could have it arranged, so we all can go together. How does that sound to you ? By the way, it's been raining ... I feel so grey :( What to do... Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
If that's the case, could you give me some advice ? Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
Well, I wasn't serious about the "crisis" situation. Maybe, it wasn't my hormones that are out of whack, but my sense of humor is. Anyway, I wasn't talking about our ups and downs. Ups and downs will keep us busy. For me, I just feel "flat". ... Read More
Inspiration needed by Anniest
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ...
Oh yeah ! The language is so inspiring !!! If you have any contacts, please let me know. Thanks ! Read More
Inspiration needed
Recently, I had travelled to Thailand and stayed there in BKK for about 10 days. I believe many of you here already been there, more than once even, and probably think 10 days for BKK is abit too much. Anyway, I couldn't have enough of it. It's ... Read More