Jay Rozzetti
@jayrozzetti23
American expat in Vietnam
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846
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About me
American
Lives in Vung TÃ u, BÃ Ria-Vung TÃ u,
Speaks English, Thai and Lao
Registration: 14 December 2015
Activity
Home Thoughts from Abroad by bhspence
The sound of silenceHanoi is never quiet. By the time I wake, the motorbikes have already begun their long argument with the morning, the street sellers are calling, and somewhere below a neighbour is doing something loud and cheerful with a hammer. ...
Just some random thoughts from my perspective (not to be taken too seriously):I spent a month in Ha Noi around 20 years ago, didn't like it, ended up back in HCMC, a place I've never liked, so eventually I went back to Wiang Chan (Vientiane) Laos ... Read More
Is Da Nang, Vietnam The New Bali? by OceanBeach92107
Helen Zhao (formerly a reporter/producer with CNBC network in the USA) has done a very good job of covering recent developments & trends here in Đà Nẵng with her new YouTube report. https://youtu.be/AAhAbNhEOY4
This article appeared in today's news:Trash overwhelms Da Nang's tourist streets and beachfront https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/environment/trash-overwhelms-da-nangs-tourist-streets-and-beachfront-5078833.htmlHousehold waste and construction debris ... Read More
How's The Weather Where You Are? by Aidan in HCMC
Got a notice of "Severe Weather Alert" for the next 5 or 6 days.
Also, it's the start of lychee season, the best time of year! Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Vietnam? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
I don't even notice the slight increase in fuel costs. - @Aidan in HCMCYes, the topic is somewhat irrelevant to Vietnam as, for whatever reason, fuel prices don't seem to be "soaring" here. Read More
How's The Weather Where You Are? by Aidan in HCMC
Got a notice of "Severe Weather Alert" for the next 5 or 6 days.
High temperatures in the Tropics is hardly surprising, especially during the yearly Hot Season.Anyway, it's one of the main reasons I'm here. I love to sweat and thrive in the heat.Everyone needs to make sure they stay hydrated though.Currently ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
@jayrozzetti23 Would you mind sharing what leads you to say Thailand has changed much for the worse? Jim - @Intl guy jimWhen I arrived in Bangkok in early 1993, Thailand was in a position similar to where VN is now. It was referred to as a NIC ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Checked out Vung Tau and it looks like a winner! One confusion though: The page on Vung Tau starts out saying that it is 125 miles from Ho Chi Mihn, but on Google.maps it appears to be only 20-30 miles, even taking into account the need to curve ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Greetings all! I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home. While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Vietnam, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we invite ...
In general, I would say that the customer service I have received in VN over the years has been satisfactory and positive. However, at the same time, I'm not a big consumer guy so I don't have a lot of high expectations.That might be the best tip: ... Read More
Living in Nha Trang as an expat long term. Need info. by Rudi67jr
Hi all,This has probably been done to death on this forum, but I really need info on how to live long term in Vietnam, especially in Nha Trang.I am 67 years old, I'm Dutch and retired now. Have been to Thailand many times and wanted to retire there, ...
Hi all, This has probably been done to death on this forum, but I really need info on how to live long term in Vietnam, especially in Nha Trang. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanks! Rudi - @Rudi67jrYou ... Read More
Visiting Da Nang next April by nelsonalexandre
Hi,I'm visiting Da Nang, Hué and Hoi An next April and really appreciated if someone could give me some hints on locations where I can find other expats living there, to connect and talk about their daily life experiences, how to connect with ...
Thanks to both for your tips. - @nelsonalexandreYou're welcome. You can also just ask your questions here. Specific questions work best. Read More
Visiting Da Nang next April by nelsonalexandre
Hi,I'm visiting Da Nang, Hué and Hoi An next April and really appreciated if someone could give me some hints on locations where I can find other expats living there, to connect and talk about their daily life experiences, how to connect with ...
If you want to meet expats, you should probably focus on Danang, which seems to be the most popular place of these three places, as it is a major beach town with an international airport, i.e., a real city. In contrast, Hue and Hoi An are primarily ... Read More
Looking for work especially logistic. by bretto0207
I’m new here & im not sure where to post my skills.wanting to relocate to Vietnam from Aussie land, being ex Defence Force I have various skills especially Logistic.
This is Vietnam's best-known job website:https://www.vietnamworks.com/en Read More
Long Thanh Airport by Silverado84
Does anyone know when flights are being routed to this new airport? It's going to be a long commute from Long Thanh into HCMC with the traffic congestion and all. Hope they got decent rest stops along the way.
Does anyone know when flights are being routed to this new airport? It's going to be a long commute from Long Thanh into HCMC with the traffic congestion and all. Hope they got decent rest stops along the way. - @Silverado84All the articles related ... Read More
Anyone in Vung Tau? by rentonglenn
Anyone in Vung Tau? I currently live in Washington State US When Visa's start been issued I plan to go there.
I did go in '23 for 1 month and will be back mid January 2026. Is Belly's still the same? I'm 67 but felt a little too young😀 - @rentonglennI was back in Vũng Tàu from May until about a week ago. The main change with Belly's is ... Read More