EternalQuest
Malaysian expat in China
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Registration: 18 June 2016
From experience, what great things about Vietnam can we recount? by eodmatt
The real and ulterior motive for my opening this thread is that I met with a senior tourism representative from a foreign country for dinner last night in HCMC (she is the wife of a friend of mine). She told me that it is becoming increasingly ...
Speak from my limited experience with VN, as compare to Thailand where i spent 4 yrs. French heritage , one and only in APAC; it has blended nicely into everyday life - ex.: bread and coffee is the best in this region; HCM is also more relaxing ... Read More
Kitesurfing by Aquagirl
Bored on weekend and tired of hustle and bustle of Saigon? I had this problem too till I started kitesurfing. It is life changing activity, for sure... Check out this awesome video - even if you are not going to kite surf, look at Mui Ne from ...
Wald, What's the price for a Nobile 50/50 134 board? And RRD's kite, any dealer? I'm hesitate to bring my 4 yrs ol gear along, might as well sell it here then buy a new set in VN. Read More
Kitesurfing by Aquagirl
Bored on weekend and tired of hustle and bustle of Saigon? I had this problem too till I started kitesurfing. It is life changing activity, for sure... Check out this awesome video - even if you are not going to kite surf, look at Mui Ne from ...
12 knot will be ideal for beginners , 8M u might get into trouble from time to time (but hey, dragging with a kite is a good practice), 10M+135 will be minimum in my opinion, anyway very much depend on your weight. If i'm desperate, then ... Read More
Newcomer needs HELP by EternalQuest
Again, my Nth. relocation in 18 years, this time VN. Doing some research on the net, nevertheless advice from ppl on the ground is much appreciated, many thank in advance 1. work location - Bien Hoa. Prefer housing that is 'VERY safe' (only ...
Again, thx mate, will definitely hook up to the website u mentioned. Besides Taiwan, i guess Saigon is the only place in APAC where u can work and kitesurf during weekend. Looking forward to it. Read More
Newcomer needs HELP by EternalQuest
Again, my Nth. relocation in 18 years, this time VN. Doing some research on the net, nevertheless advice from ppl on the ground is much appreciated, many thank in advance 1. work location - Bien Hoa. Prefer housing that is 'VERY safe' (only ...
Thanks A LOT!! This is great help. I've been to MuiNe a couple of times, gutsy wind is not a problem to me ( i'm a certified IKO instructor, only for the fun though), the crowd and the proximity of the trees are a nuisance (safety ... Read More
Kitesurfing by Aquagirl
Bored on weekend and tired of hustle and bustle of Saigon? I had this problem too till I started kitesurfing. It is life changing activity, for sure... Check out this awesome video - even if you are not going to kite surf, look at Mui Ne from ...
Aha, found someone who love kitesurf.... Is there wind there this time of the year? Will be relocate to Saigon next month Read More
Newcomer needs HELP by EternalQuest
Again, my Nth. relocation in 18 years, this time VN. Doing some research on the net, nevertheless advice from ppl on the ground is much appreciated, many thank in advance 1. work location - Bien Hoa. Prefer housing that is 'VERY safe' (only ...
Thanks for the advice. On alert from now on. I'm crazy about kite surfing, the planning is to stay at MuiNe during weekend from Nov til Feb, occasionally venture north in search of wind, probably will end up somewhere around Hoi An. Read More
What concern you the most to live and do business in Vietnam? by Tiennguyen2582
Being a Vietnamese , I welcome all of expats to come and live in our country. I think that you have been helping us a lot to improve ourselves. Thanks to all of you. However, living in a foreign country may cause you some difficulties. If you do ...
Mr Honest, I think a read again of her post will clear things up for you. However, living in a foreign country may cause you some difficulties. If you do not mind, I would like to know what are your biggest concerns when you live and do business ... Read More
What concern you the most to live and do business in Vietnam? by Tiennguyen2582
Being a Vietnamese , I welcome all of expats to come and live in our country. I think that you have been helping us a lot to improve ourselves. Thanks to all of you. However, living in a foreign country may cause you some difficulties. If you do ...
Now.....my opinion:- Having worked in so many countries over the decades, the biggest issue confront me is the initial 3 months moving to another country! Relocation is always a headache, especially when there is noone to turn to. So if u can set ... Read More
What concern you the most to live and do business in Vietnam? by Tiennguyen2582
Being a Vietnamese , I welcome all of expats to come and live in our country. I think that you have been helping us a lot to improve ourselves. Thanks to all of you. However, living in a foreign country may cause you some difficulties. If you do ...
May I? U guys please read carefully what TIENNGUYEN has written---- she is merely exploring business opportunities by helping EXPAT settling in. We all come here with a purpose, aren't we? Vietnam today is like China of 2000, everyone work to ... Read More
Security cameras by eodmatt
I'd like to instal 2 x security cameras at my gaf. The cameras need to be movement detecting internet capable and recorded either by HD or online with cloud. I don't want to pay an arm an a leg for someone to install them as, being a person ...
2 cents worth:- In my experience elsewhere (not VN), a LED flash light attached to the motion detector work best prevention is the name of the game Read More
Newcomer needs HELP by EternalQuest
Again, my Nth. relocation in 18 years, this time VN. Doing some research on the net, nevertheless advice from ppl on the ground is much appreciated, many thank in advance 1. work location - Bien Hoa. Prefer housing that is 'VERY safe' (only ...
Good idea, never thought of Airbnb before, should try it. Anyway , how long does it take from District 2 (say Thao Dien) to Bien Hoa by car, i know the traffic is notorious, how bad can it be? Thx mate, great help. Read More
Toughest decision of my life by Allanmta
Hi, i was living in hcmc for 8 months last year on a leave of absence . I returned home to Toronto, Canada becuase i had to deal with some personal stuff. Its been 6 months since i left vietnam. I miss asia and love vietnam. Iam in my late 30s and ...
Beware, I'm mean and direct. I won't stop u from dreaming nor discourage u for not trying. The only problem from your post is that you DON'T seem to have a Plan B!!! Instead of thinking on the bright sides of your Asian Adventure, ... Read More
Newcomer needs HELP
Again, my Nth. relocation in 18 years, this time VN. Doing some research on the net, nevertheless advice from ppl on the ground is much appreciated, many thank in advance 1. work location - Bien Hoa. Prefer housing that is 'VERY safe' (only ... Read More