atrabrecha2015
Australian looking for information about Vietnam
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About me
Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English, Assyrian, little Arabic
Registration: 18 March 2015
Vaccinations and restrictions in Malaysia
Dear ReadersCould someone here tell me if you need to be vaccinated / PCR test and restrictions be applied in Malaysia. It is so complicated these to travel, whether cost of travel, restrictions etc, as we have all endured these turbulent times, ... Read More
Restrictions / Vaccinations in Japan by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow memberscould someone tell me if the restrictions and vaccinations still apply in Japan, my last trip was in 2018, but had all my flights booked for May 01 2020, because of the world pandemic, I had to cancel all my flights and ...
@Cheryl Hi Cheryl, thank you so much for your prompt response, really appreciate this. Read More
Restrictions / Vaccinations in Japan
Dear fellow memberscould someone tell me if the restrictions and vaccinations still apply in Japan, my last trip was in 2018, but had all my flights booked for May 01 2020, because of the world pandemic, I had to cancel all my flights and ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
@kananaduncan Hi Kanana, with my last trip to Philippines was in Oct/Nov 2019, friend of mine just came back from Philippines and he was saying that the amount of paperwork he had to fill prior to traveling from Sydney Australia was a headache, what ... Read More
Onward Flight Ticket by MikeTVN
I see this topic was last posted in 2019 so updating is needed. Will a one way ticket work or is an onward ticket needed today? If not thoughts on a $19 ticket confirmation from 'onewayfly' type service? vs upgrading to a roundtrip changeable ticket ...
Hi PogiwayneSo you have travelled to Saigon with no problems at all. So the borders have opened for all visitors. I am in Sydney and my last trip to Saigon was in Nov 2019. Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Kevin What you have built is fantastic and hope I can do the same, I have only being to vietnam once last Oct/Nov 2019 and found the culture and environment and the beauty of women quite attractive to make plans. Good luck John :) Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi OceanBeach Many thanks for the reply and will decide later what to do, cheers Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi OceanBeach Could you guide me to the 60 window, tried to search but not sure where to edit my Intro, its little too much not sure, thanks Cheers John Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi OoeanBeach love your sense of humour, I realized later I wrote little too much, is there a way to edit my intro? cheers john Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Dear Readers Have lived in Sydney most of my life, My background has been in the Arts as Graphic Designer and Artist (painter) and amateur Photographer. I have been in many Life Drawing (figure drawing) Groups in Sydney, Have exhibited in several ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Julien As a new member to the Vietnam forum I am trying to workout where do I apply my background and introduce myself. Do you press "New Topic" box or simply reply to your message here, very interesting discussions and love to ... Read More
life drawing group - HCM by leowan
Hi there, does anyone know of any life drawing groups in HCM that host life drawing sessions on a weekly basis? I've seen some posts about classes/lessons, but i'm more interested in groups that are relaxed and chill. I'd be quite keen to start a ...
Hi Leo My background is in the arts as Painter (artist), graphic designer and illustrator. I was in vietnam in late Oct till mid Nov 2019. As this was my first time in Vietnam I did visit some of the art centers but read your message and would like ... Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019 by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ...
Hi OceanBeach when you mention a Gold Shop for exchange rates, is this a Gold Jewelers shop? cheers john Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019 by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ...
Hi WillyBaldy many thanks for your info regrading currency exchange in Vietnam. Will bring some USD as already have some from my past travels. But yeah of course will have AUD as well, for better Exchange rates would you suggest any where in Ho chi ... Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019 by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ...
Hi JohnRoss23 Could you tell me if they use US currency in vietnam, as I have downloaded an XE currency App on my iPhone and noticed the amount is too much to handle. In Cambodia they do use their own currency but they rather use USD. Could you ... Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019 by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ...
Wow! Really appreciate this JohnRoss That’s great Cheers John Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019 by atrabrecha2015
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ...
Hi JohnRoss Many thanks for your quick response and will keep your info at hand. Will keep all this in mind and see how much I can do to visit all the arts in both cities. I have heard so much about this exotic country over the years, Thanks ... Read More
visiting Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi cities Oct/Nov 2019
Dear fellow readers could you guys tell me where to find the Arts Precinct in Ho chi minh and Hanoi cities as I come from the Arts as Fine Artist and Graphic Designer. I am also fascinated with Architecture, Industrial and Interior Design. I have ... Read More
Find a good & reliable Dentist in Vietnam by atrabrecha2015
Dear Fellow members As this will be my first time visiting Vietnam, I am looking forward to visit the Arts District and cafe scene in Vietnam and finding a good dentist as well. My background is Fine Arts (painter) and amateur Photographer. At the ...
Hi Malcolm Many thanks for your reply, and I do apologize for my late response as I have been slightly overwhelmed with the amount of work I have undertaken in the last six months. Just checked out the Australian Dental Clinic address and website ... Read More
Find a good & reliable Dentist in Vietnam
Dear Fellow members As this will be my first time visiting Vietnam, I am looking forward to visit the Arts District and cafe scene in Vietnam and finding a good dentist as well. My background is Fine Arts (painter) and amateur Photographer. At the ... Read More
New members of the Japan forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Japan forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Julien and All Japanese Expats Just a brief comments on what are your thoughts on visiting Hiroshima. I come from the Arts as Painter and Graphic Designer. Could someone inform me about where to visit the Arts precinct in Hiroshima. I have only ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in the Philippines. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the ...
Hi Sir what you have pointed out is so very true. cheers Read More
First time visiting Jakarta, Indonesia by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers Could you all share with me some of the things I need to know about this exotic and complex society. As I have not been to Indonesia at all, but I have some knowledge of Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and most ...
Hi Zanzio Many thanks for your kind response regarding the Arts connections in Indonesia, I will keep all that information and will check out google and see what is online. I hope you have a good day and keep well, Cheers Read More
First time visiting Jakarta, Indonesia by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers Could you all share with me some of the things I need to know about this exotic and complex society. As I have not been to Indonesia at all, but I have some knowledge of Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and most ...
Hi Fred I do understand when you mention work, I have similar experience here in Sydney as well, I will check our the links and will chat later. Have a good day, cheers Read More
First time visiting Jakarta, Indonesia by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers Could you all share with me some of the things I need to know about this exotic and complex society. As I have not been to Indonesia at all, but I have some knowledge of Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and most ...
Hi Achmadjp Really appreciate your response, I will keep all this in mind and of there is so much to understand with Indonesian culture as I have only watched Documentaries and read about this complex society. Thank you so much for your ... Read More
First time visiting Jakarta, Indonesia
Dear Readers Could you all share with me some of the things I need to know about this exotic and complex society. As I have not been to Indonesia at all, but I have some knowledge of Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and most ... Read More
Experience in Malate, Manila Nov 2017 by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers My last trip to this beautiful country was as great as ever. In Nov 2017, was a great trip to Boracay Island which is still one of my favourite destinations ever. And there is no doubt that philippines has some of the most beautiful ...
Dear Pej Didn't realize you had this reply, you sound like you have tons of experience living in Philippines, I am very much appreciative of the type of nature and personality you posses, it is a pleasure to hear what you have to share and ... Read More
Experience in Malate, Manila Nov 2017 by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers My last trip to this beautiful country was as great as ever. In Nov 2017, was a great trip to Boracay Island which is still one of my favourite destinations ever. And there is no doubt that philippines has some of the most beautiful ...
Hi Pej You are the only well mannered man I have had the most decent response from my experience in Malate. I cannot fathom the response of other readers on this site. As you mentioned you had an incident as well, this is not a site to insult ... Read More
Experience in Malate, Manila Nov 2017 by atrabrecha2015
Dear Readers My last trip to this beautiful country was as great as ever. In Nov 2017, was a great trip to Boracay Island which is still one of my favourite destinations ever. And there is no doubt that philippines has some of the most beautiful ...
Hi Bob, Thanks for your comment. You can see the Hotel front desk from the Cafe window, and my lady friend just stayed at the Cafe bench with her back facing the Hotel, I simply took my iPad and phone with me while my lady friend was at the Cafe. I ... Read More
Experience in Malate, Manila Nov 2017
Dear Readers My last trip to this beautiful country was as great as ever. In Nov 2017, was a great trip to Boracay Island which is still one of my favourite destinations ever. And there is no doubt that philippines has some of the most beautiful ... Read More
Where to visit as the first time in Indonesia
Dear Readers Could you guys tell me where and whats the best option to visit this remarkable and complex country. I know that many Australians do visit and seem to love the island of Bali, although I havent been to Bali but love to hear anyone here ... Read More
The Philippines' most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in the Philippines? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are ...
Hi Dok You are correct, Angeles city is becoming quite expensive these days. I have been to this colourful and vibrant city and find that it is getting little expensive. Cheers Read More
The Philippines' most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in the Philippines? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are ...
Hi Johnsi After reading your message at the end your recommendation in fact shocked me. Why do you say you will never recommend philippines to anyone. I am only trying to comprehend your message. Having been to philippines several times, I find ... Read More
Make new friends in Kyoto by koonyn25
Hi everyone. I'm Marina from Japan and currently moved to Kyoto from Gifu. I would like to meet new people from all over the world. I love traveling so so so much! In my free time, I go out to drink, gym, go shopping and so on. Let's grab a ...
Hi Marina Just came across your message and thought I would introduce myself, my name is john and I live in Sydney Australia. I am currently working for a major Aged care provider based in Sydney. But my background is in the Arts, as Graphic ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
Hi Xilefnerrand just read your comments here and it was quite enlightening to read your knowledge regarding your Filipino culture and what Colonizers have left behind. I am not surprised to what Colonizers have done to your Philippines and other ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
hi Davjot just read your comments and I am not sure who was the racist you were referring and wrote about Philippine culture but I agree with you totally. Although an Australian who have been to this country several times but not yet lived there, ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Hi Mattrey Just read your message here and its funny you pointed out this and yes you are absolutely correct. I am an Australian and if I met a Filipino person here in Australia I would refer to them as Filipino. Thank you for sharing this, ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Dear Calif-Native Your explanation regarding having a business in Philippines is quite extensive and informative, I will certainly read through it thoroughly bit later but I really appreciate your professional approach to explaining all the fine ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
dear Xilefnerrad Reading your message here has encouraged me to write my thoughts in reference to your letter. I am very pleased to hear such insight into the Filipino culture and mindset, that has enhanced and enlightened my little but precious ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
Hi Joe Puerto Princesa Palawan is what a good lady friend of mine who is from Kalibo has been saying to me to visit next. I have only been to Boracay, Subic Bay and Manila so far, although I have visited Batangas and Tagaytai for one day, I really ... Read More
Life as an expat,,, What is it like to live in the Philippines by timpotte
This is one of my blog posts. You can follow my blog or read more by clicking my user name or follow this [url=http://usmcretired.blogspot.com/]link[/url]. Life as an Expat When I run into people from all walks of life, if they are new to here ...
Hi Timpote Just noticed and read your message here about your experience living in Philippines. It is a pretty good discription of what I have seen as well. Although I have only stayed in Philippines for short periods of time, I am in the process ... Read More
Where to live safely in philippines
Dear Fellow readers Could someone here tell me where is it safe to live in philippines, I have only been to Boracay island, Subic Bay, Angeles City and Manila. Would anyone here suggest another safe place to reside as I am an Australian who loves ... Read More
five nights in Tokyo by atrabrecha2015
Hi Guys As an Australian from Sydney, I will be visiting the city of Tokyo at the end of June 2016, I have being anticipating this visit for a long time and I just wanted to get some brief info about what and where to visit the Creative and ...
Hi Hands-on Really appreciate your response, and thank you for your knowledge of where to visit in Japan. I will try and make my way to Yokohama and shibuya. I actually am a Jazz fan preferably contemporary jazz, similar music as The Crusaders, ... Read More
five nights in Tokyo
Hi Guys As an Australian from Sydney, I will be visiting the city of Tokyo at the end of June 2016, I have being anticipating this visit for a long time and I just wanted to get some brief info about what and where to visit the Creative and ... Read More
Advise on accommodation in Manila by strekoza
Hi everyone! Probably will be moving to Manila in march 2016 , for st least 1 year.Please advise on the best type of house or apartment in Manila.Prefer 2-3 bedroom, very safe area ,good security and the most important pets friendly, with the park ...
Hi Guys the information about renting was really interesting, although I haven't stayed in Manila much, the information everyone has given is very much appreciated. I really haven't spent much time exploring Manila and having spoken to some ... Read More
Being taken by C** P** Airlines by Gary Wilson
:mad: I must admit some blame for not haulting the transaction before the blatant robbery, but even that would be questionable. In planning a trip to Bangkok a friend reminded me that my appointment at the US EMBASSY was scheduled for December not ...
Hi Gary after reading your story and your experience with C*** P**** airlines, I am very disappointed with the way you were treated and its hard enough to organise a flight let alone and having extra stress from an airline that is doing quite well ... Read More
Deposit Funds in Philippine Banks by atrabrecha2015
Hi Everyone Just wanted to check and confirm if its ok to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks, as I recall from previous messages I was reading that it is a good idea to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks when travelling through this ...
Hi AbcDiamond Thank you for your response as I appreciate all your messages and to get some form of understanding to how the Banking system works in the Philippines. Many thanks Read More
Deposit Funds in Philippine Banks by atrabrecha2015
Hi Everyone Just wanted to check and confirm if its ok to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks, as I recall from previous messages I was reading that it is a good idea to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks when travelling through this ...
Hey Abc diamond Thank you for your response, so your an Aussie and you have a visa, not sure if I applied for a Visa or not last time I travelled there. Is this bank all over the Philippines? John Read More
Deposit Funds in Philippine Banks
Hi Everyone Just wanted to check and confirm if its ok to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks, as I recall from previous messages I was reading that it is a good idea to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks when travelling through this ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
hi All just a quick point I read once on this blog about bank account in philippines, I normally take local Australian cash with me every time I visit the philippines, I read here somewhere that it is good to open a BPI bank account and then I can ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
hi Laura thank you for your info on foreign ownership, I did read somewhere here that some businesses can be foreign owned 100% and some in part omwerships, filipino and foreign. but thank you for your input, cheers john Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Hi Cynthia many thanks for the info, I have only joined this blog in last few days and already have a lot of info to take on board, so thank you once again and hope to hear more from you. I am very much interested to do business in Philippines as I ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
hi professor cebu many thanks for early response, I certainly appreciate your comments and make an effort to follow up with a lawyer who is familiar with international businesses specially Philippines. cheers Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Hi John thank you for your insight into the Filipino culture and I do agree with all that you have shared, many of Foreign people come to Philippines and do not blend with this culture or at least try and understand the very culture that we are ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Dear Friends This is my first time thinking of investing in the Philippines, I happen to read one of your contributors earlier who happens to know a fair bit of information on investing in Philippines. I will check her post later but this member had ... Read More