WideAwake
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Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
One last thing... Believe in your abilities! Too many students shy away from conversation because they're afraid they'll make a mistake. You have to accept the fact that you're going to make mistakes. The trick is to learn from them. Do that ... Read More
Phnom Penh visa transactions, 2012 Feb 13 by Jaitch
Over the weekend I went Phnom Penh to get some importation documents certified by the VN Trade Commissioner and I waited in the Consulate waiting room. Whilst there I heard the following visa applications made. [u][b]Party 1:[/b][/u] ...
How ironic! I have a friend that just got back from there and he got his 1 year visa extended without a problem. I guess it just depends on who you know. Read More
Teaching work by allreadytogo21
Hi I am looking for 4 weeks work Teaching English, i teach nights at the moment and i am looking for some daytime hours also . I have teaching Eperience and also have my TEFL/TESOL cert. No of anybody looking for a teacher for a few ...
Hi I am looking for 4 weeks work Teaching English, i teach nights at the moment and i am looking for some daytime hours also . I have teaching Eperience and also have my TEFL/TESOL cert. No of anybody looking for a teacher for a few ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
The pen is mightier than the sword. Edward Bulwer-Lytton Writing: I found this site yesterday and I think it's pretty good, if you have a command of English already: Daily Writing Tips I found this page interesting, because English has such a ... Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
Better follow Liverpool then. Still living off past glories...YIKES! You're not making many friends in the circles I swim in! Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
Oh yeah ? SAF is staring him down from higher up te league table.I know someone who won't like that statement! :D I'm clueless, as are most Amarikans, when it comes to Premier League football! However, I'm being slowly drawn in by the freaks that ... Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
Dude, i love Conway Twitty. Grew up listening to don't cry Jonny!I edited the Conway reference out! I must say that I'm shocked! A Conway fan from...Sri Lanka? Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
SAF is the Manager of Manchester United - because he doesn't take lashings, he gives them!Uhh ohhhh... I've heard Alan Pardew and Newcastle are the force to be reckoned with nowadays. Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
lol. I am chickening out and gonna buy the gum. thanks both! i just called them and will pick it up today. Will keep you posted whether this works or i may need the cane too!Coward! What would Sir Alex think of you now? Who's Sir Alex anyways?? ... Read More
Cheap English Teacher by NamSaint
Hello, my name is Duncan and I am an English teacher who is currently residing in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I am currently looking for work and I am happy to teach at all levels of English. Whether you are a beginner or are looking for advanced ...
I sure do wish that lovely mod Christine would come in here and tell him he's off topic... Read More
US Blogger Recounts 2007 VN Trip/Huffingpaint Post Publishes in 2012! by WideAwake
I'm just glad the lady-boys of Saigon didn't rob the poor chap! What a tool... [i]Traveling through Southeast Asia, you are frequently asked where you are going. "Everywhere," I tell people. This is my last adventure through the region. Except, ...
Vietnam owes no one, especially this spoiled and coddled American, an apology. I feel that foreigners, especially Americans, have lost the right to complain too much about things of this nature. Do I whine and moan about being overcharged? Yes, ... Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
If you can get hold of a copy of this guys book http://www.allencarrseasyway.com/ its great I know several people who've read it to quit and have managed to do so without other substitutes.I want someone to beat me, while someone else reads the ... Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
http://nicorette.divivu.com/ http://bothuocla.net/Mieng-Dan-bo-thuoc-la-Nicorette-15-mg-1-Mieng_8_37000.aspx http://caithuocla.vn/mua-hang-thanh-toan-va-giao-hang Found them from googlingToo much! I'd take the cane lashings first. Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
OK. At 154 Bui Vien there's a pharmacy that had nicotine inhalers, similar to the kind that an asthmatic would use. They're 30K VND per inhaler, which is the equivalent of 1 pack of cigarettes. I stopped at the pharmacy at the corner of Bui Vien ... Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
Thanks for the response and let me know what you find pls! Remember - Singapore does not sell any gum ;-)Oh, yeah...I forgot. Operant conditioning can work wonders too! How about a thorough lashing with a cane every time you want to light up? Read More
Nocorette Gums / Patches by Ashard Deen
Hello, Does anyone know where i can buy these in Saigon? pls let me know. Thanks! SAF
You probably won't find them, but you can try a pharmacy. I think I tried to get some a few years ago, with no luck. I'll be out later and I'll stop by the pharmacy I use, on Boi Vien. If anyone has them, they will. Otherwise, youn have to have ... Read More
Cheap English Teacher by NamSaint
Hello, my name is Duncan and I am an English teacher who is currently residing in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I am currently looking for work and I am happy to teach at all levels of English. Whether you are a beginner or are looking for advanced ...
Sighhhhhhh. We all extend you the warmest of welcomes, but can we talk about the topic? You 're free to start your own introductory thread. I'm cheap AND easy, just ask my ex-wives! I'm also an albino; you won't find a teacher whiter than ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
Want to learn English? Get a good text to speech program like TextAloud or Natural Reader. It's like having an English tutor 24/7.Great suggestion. Some are good, some are not. This is an online version that I've recommended in the past: Text to ... Read More
US Blogger Recounts 2007 VN Trip/Huffingpaint Post Publishes in 2012!
I'm just glad the lady-boys of Saigon didn't rob the poor chap! What a tool... Traveling through Southeast Asia, you are frequently asked where you are going. "Everywhere," I tell people. This is my last adventure through the region. Except, I'll ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
WideAwake, That is very sweet of you. I am on the verge of tutoring some 2nd-year English majors, at a local university, with their pronunciations. Judging from my intros, they are in really really deep water here: starting out with over 70 ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
wow that's wonderful, thank you so much for your contribution!!!No problem. It's only half finished, so look back in every so often. Read More
Schools for Foreign Children - Dual (VN & English) & Language Programs by Jaitch
Some these are members of the [b]school industry[/b] where fee extraction is first and teaching a distant second. Many are carpet baggers that arrived after 2000, shiny new buildings with questionable credentials. Many have investors waiting for ...
Great list, but the International Primary School (IPS) and the Asian International School (AIS, formerly AHS) aren't on the list. Teachers, parents and students should be wary of IPS, AIS and Saigon International University (SIU). They have a LONG ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English by WideAwake
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ...
I would recommend a lot of practice, if you want to improve your English. This site can help students and teachers alike: Click here, if you want to improve your English. Read More
CELTA courses in Hanoi by Michael 11
Hi, this is my first time on this blog. I currently live in Leeds and am wanting to do a CELTA course in Hanoi. Can anybody advise in relation to different schools, their expereicnes and how good they were. Also costs and anything else that you ...
Oops forgot to mention I live in Hanoi. German, anyone?Makes sense, since it's the Hanoi forum. I used to think Deutsch was hard, until I discovered Vietnamese. Read More
CELTA courses in Hanoi by Michael 11
Hi, this is my first time on this blog. I currently live in Leeds and am wanting to do a CELTA course in Hanoi. Can anybody advise in relation to different schools, their expereicnes and how good they were. Also costs and anything else that you ...
Hi rojamin A bit off topic here, but do you know any good place to study German?Germany? :lol: There are quite a few Germans in HCMC. I may be able to find a tutor, if you were willing to pay for their service. You could also try going to one of ... Read More
CELTA courses in Hanoi by Michael 11
Hi, this is my first time on this blog. I currently live in Leeds and am wanting to do a CELTA course in Hanoi. Can anybody advise in relation to different schools, their expereicnes and how good they were. Also costs and anything else that you ...
@ Binhlucky: gosh dont take it personal, i appreciate your friendship and hospitality, the fact that you posted in every thread but your english is horrible, gosh i suggest you should take some english course first to make the communication ... Read More
american girl trying to help her dutch man come live with her ..
This probably isn't the right website for your question. I'll send you a PM with a link to a site that is a gathering place for people seeking US fiancée and spousal visas. Read More
LOOKING FOR NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER by huflit_hr01
Hi, I am Miki, i am now living in Ho Chi Minh City ( Phu My Hung Residence) I am looking for a native speaker as English teacher. I would like to improve my conversational skill that i can get the very native English interaction and ...
[moderated: pls post in classifieds]Mods, you should let schools post in the forum. They may stop when they realize that people like me can hit them with hard questions, like this: IBI, I'm 45, so you won't hire me? Why do you have a 40 or ... Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
I really need to get back to work, but I still have a week to go!!! Any language schools hiring? Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
For the sake of clarity, I am NOT an English teacher neither do I desire to be one.After I just asked EH a hard question for you and scared them away? :D I understand now. What's the name of the course that you teach? A better question is "Do ... Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
Good Damn question WideAwake. Wonder what the response will be?Suddenly, I hear the sound of silence! I've talked to them. They pay from $12 p/h for online classes up to $30 p/h for communications classes. Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
We are looking for English teacher. Please send your profile to email: info@englishhouseonline.netDo you pay Viet Kieu who are native speakers of English the same rate as a white person who has the same qualifications? Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
WideAwake Yes, I am a VietKieu. I have no problem with supply and demand. The thing that irks me is reading the newspapers complaining frequently that the VietKieus are not willing to help 'motherland' to improve and the screaming demand for ... Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
Men. Hearing the fees you guys are charging make my mouth dropped. I was recent offered to teach (part time) in a private university in SGN. A highly technical course to be taught in English. Their compensation: 5 USD/teaching hr :o, and of course, ... Read More
Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben
Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...
~ Get business cards made that have your picture on them. ~ Target a particular student segment, e.g., students who want to study abroad. Most of them will have to take the IELTS, so you also become an expert on preparing for that test and the ... Read More
CELTA courses in Hanoi by Michael 11
Hi, this is my first time on this blog. I currently live in Leeds and am wanting to do a CELTA course in Hanoi. Can anybody advise in relation to different schools, their expereicnes and how good they were. Also costs and anything else that you ...
Go with Language Link! I'll elaborate privately, but I can't do it today. Send me a PM, to serve as a reminder. Read More
Swimming Pools in Quang Nam Province (Hoi An) by Jaitch
[color=#FF0000][b]IMPORTANT NOTICE; Cua Dai Beach area is about 5 kilometres from Hoi An Ancient Town. Some hotels have mini-buses or you can use taxis (big taxi park next to Victoria). [u]The Cua Dai Beach is a stony beach with a big drop-off ...
I wish Armand would get in here and tell me to avoid off topic comments... Read More
making a business card by emanuelasun
Hi everybody, i need to make urgent business card for tomorrow morning. Somebody know some shop where i can make/print it? thank you Manu
Yes. She does a pretty good job of understanding what I need. I've been going there for years and was there the other day asking about business cards. Never noticed a lot of students having copies made, but have seen them walking by. Students are ... Read More
making a business card by emanuelasun
Hi everybody, i need to make urgent business card for tomorrow morning. Somebody know some shop where i can make/print it? thank you Manu
The copy shop on Duong(street) Nguyen Van Cu, across from the NVC book store, is great. They'll make them on the spot, but they obviously won't be embossed. Read More
Swimming Pools in Quang Nam Province (Hoi An) by Jaitch
[color=#FF0000][b]IMPORTANT NOTICE; Cua Dai Beach area is about 5 kilometres from Hoi An Ancient Town. Some hotels have mini-buses or you can use taxis (big taxi park next to Victoria). [u]The Cua Dai Beach is a stony beach with a big drop-off ...
The Cua Dai Beach is a stony beach with a big drop-off 'shelf' that is only visible at low tide. It can be dangerous to the unwary. The most important danger is a WHIRLPOOL AREA almost located opposite to the intersection of the Hoi An road with ... Read More
Cam Ranh Bay retirement by carlmiller1944
I need a contact in CRB to help plan my relocation. I wish to immerse myself in language and cultural study as well as the promotion of CRB for business and tourism.Can someone please provide the best link for Khanh Hoa Provinceand CRB life as it is ...
Personally, your mental state has absolutely no interest to me.*Yawns and scratches self* I placed a hex on American when they damaged my luggage and refused to admit fault. Maybe I'm responsible for their misfortune? Read More
Anyone know a Canadian called Donald in Binh Thanh?
Probably a heart attack. CPR may have helped, if someone in the general vicinity had known how to perform it. Not taking the pills would have been even better. No last name? Read More
Cam Ranh Bay retirement by carlmiller1944
I need a contact in CRB to help plan my relocation. I wish to immerse myself in language and cultural study as well as the promotion of CRB for business and tourism.Can someone please provide the best link for Khanh Hoa Provinceand CRB life as it is ...
As to Visas - I know some people, who came back with a 1-year, others with a 1/2 year others only with a single month from PP. A few of the longer Visas, not all, where also reduced at VN entry to 1 or 3 month. The full mix of all did happen to ... Read More
Cam Ranh Bay retirement by carlmiller1944
I need a contact in CRB to help plan my relocation. I wish to immerse myself in language and cultural study as well as the promotion of CRB for business and tourism.Can someone please provide the best link for Khanh Hoa Provinceand CRB life as it is ...
Again with the reference to your supposed 20 years in country. I'm giving you the golf clap now. So impressive! I thought you would debate the availability of the visas, but you chose the routing??? If you know so much, why haven't you offered ... Read More
Cam Ranh Bay retirement by carlmiller1944
I need a contact in CRB to help plan my relocation. I wish to immerse myself in language and cultural study as well as the promotion of CRB for business and tourism.Can someone please provide the best link for Khanh Hoa Provinceand CRB life as it is ...
Mr. Miller, ... My advice would be to fly into Cambodia, where you should be able to get at least a 6-month, if not a one year business visa. ...One big problem, there are no long haul flights in to Cambodia, you have to use Bangkok, SaiGon or ... Read More
Cam Ranh Bay retirement by carlmiller1944
I need a contact in CRB to help plan my relocation. I wish to immerse myself in language and cultural study as well as the promotion of CRB for business and tourism.Can someone please provide the best link for Khanh Hoa Provinceand CRB life as it is ...
Mr. Miller, You're old enough to decide what you want to do. It sounds to me like you've thought long and hard about it and just want some advice about the area. Some of the advice offered is real good, like be careful with your money. The rest ... Read More
Free Tips for Learning English
I'm going to post some recommendations for the ESL students on this site. Anyone can feel free to post additional tips, or ask specific questions. Pronunciation: One way to practice your pronunciation is to use the Google search engine. Here's ... Read More
Please bribe traffic police in small notes, no VND100,000! by Jaitch
In December the Ho Chi Minh City Police Department issued a new rule [u]prohibiting CGST officers (traffic police) from carrying more than VND 100,000 (US$4.70) while on duty[/u]. These regulations are aimed at reducing brines and strengthening ...
This is one of the only times in my life that you'll here me say "Washington can do my talking for me.". Most people back home don't like foreigners talking bad about America, even if they are working there legally AND paying taxes. Now we find ... Read More
The art of Teaching: Teachers arenÂ’t Rich! by Jaitch
by [b]Stivi Cooke[/b] [i](a qualified English teacher and a workplace trainer in hospitality in Hoi An)[/i] [b][i]“… [to]empower the learner from kindergarten upward with curiosity, self-confidence, independent thinking and ...
I've only had a chance to scan this, but will read the entire series soon. I will say that I feel VERY sorry for Vietnamese teachers. They are pushed to the point of complete exhaustion, as are a lot of the students. The Vietnamese teachers earn ... Read More
Learning Vietnamese (Southern Dialect) by WideAwake
Here's links to a couple of YouTube sites that are dedicated to helping foreigners learn Vietnamese...with a southern ...
What would you suggest to liven the videos up? How about chimps riding tricycles in the background and circus music blaring at 100 decibles? That always makes me laugh! Maybe she could have butterflies and unicorns coming out of her mouth, ... Read More
Ha Noi: Only 3 dead in 3 Tet days -106 dead country wide by Jaitch
In the first three days of the Tet, lunar New Year, Ha Noi police caught and handled 1,361 cases of traffic violation and issued fines totaling over VND445 million (US$22,250). Sure covered their costs! [u]HCMC averages three deaths a day[/u] ...
Whatever. I'm too busy to be arguing with you, especially over that particular topic. You can rest assured that I was just pushing your buttons in regards to potential problems with our elder brother. Sorry about that. Read More
Ha Noi: Only 3 dead in 3 Tet days -106 dead country wide by Jaitch
In the first three days of the Tet, lunar New Year, Ha Noi police caught and handled 1,361 cases of traffic violation and issued fines totaling over VND445 million (US$22,250). Sure covered their costs! [u]HCMC averages three deaths a day[/u] ...
You sure do like bashing the cops. I'd give them photon torpedoes to handle "Johhny" Nguyen and his sooped up Honda Dream. It would add to their costs, but that's life! Read More
Learning Vietnamese (Southern Dialect) by WideAwake
Here's links to a couple of YouTube sites that are dedicated to helping foreigners learn Vietnamese...with a southern ...
What would you suggest to liven the videos up? How about chimps riding tricycles in the background and circus music blaring at 100 decibles? That always makes me laugh! Maybe she could have butterflies and unicorns coming out of her mouth, ... Read More
Please bribe traffic police in small notes, no VND100,000! by Jaitch
In December the Ho Chi Minh City Police Department issued a new rule [u]prohibiting CGST officers (traffic police) from carrying more than VND 100,000 (US$4.70) while on duty[/u]. These regulations are aimed at reducing brines and strengthening ...
...or maybe a traffic "accident". "They" don't like being criticised by outsiders J, you know that. You should delete the posts! Read More
Police, police everywhere - just who are they? by Jaitch
In talking to policemen, two things become clear quickly: They don't like dealing with Foreigners, and the English word "Why". But don't feel bad, the police don't much like today's younger Vietnamese youth for they complain, like the late Rodney ...
Are you trying to get deported? Read More
American death in Vietnam by millydoo
I posted somewhere and asked this already and got a few very helpful responses. My sons father died in a hospital in vietnam. He died Jan 20th or the 21st of 2012. Just a few days ago. Does anyone know him? His name was James but they called him ...
Please accept my condolences. I can't imagine the pain your son's suffering from this loss. There is a Cambodian/Phnom Penh forum on this site: https://www.expat.com/en/destination/asia/cambodia/phnom-penh/ Thank you for sharing the story. It ... Read More
Nha Trang - Teaching English by Bonesy
Hello all, I hope everyone had a fantastic TET experience like I have here in Nha Trang. I have been here for a week and I must be honest prefer the lifestyle to Saigon. I love the sea breeze, the quieter traffic and of course the beautiful ...
I known a guy who teaches there and he loves it. He's just an acquaintance, so I don't have any contact info. ...(i.e within a short drive of the beach). I know where there's a little patch of sand down by the canal! It's just like the beach, ... Read More
getting married in vietnam by anavrin1004
hello, can my girlfriend and I get married in vietnam without any hustle? like here in the philippines, if u wnt to get married quickly and hustle-free, you can go to manila city hall and everything will be process within the day. Is there ...
Since 2009 the crazy test has to be done in Vietnam. You can try Marc Ellis, for the paperwork. His assistant, Mr. Nam, used to do Vietnamese marriages. http://www.marcellislaw.com/ Read More
getting married in vietnam by anavrin1004
hello, can my girlfriend and I get married in vietnam without any hustle? like here in the philippines, if u wnt to get married quickly and hustle-free, you can go to manila city hall and everything will be process within the day. Is there ...
This is a better place to get advice, or to read stories of how some Americans married Vietnamese women, in Vietnam. I know you're Philippino, but the process should be similar. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/136-vietnam/ There have been ... Read More
getting married in vietnam by anavrin1004
hello, can my girlfriend and I get married in vietnam without any hustle? like here in the philippines, if u wnt to get married quickly and hustle-free, you can go to manila city hall and everything will be process within the day. Is there ...
I hired an attorney in America to handle everything. Her father took care of what needed to be done here. Does your finance's family approve of the marriage? If not, you might have some trouble. Why so fast Speedy? My advice is to take it ... Read More
Learning Vietnamese (Southern Dialect)
Here's links to a couple of YouTube sites that are dedicated to helping foreigners learn Vietnamese...with a southern 'twang! youtube.com/user/VietnamEyesTalk#p/a youtube.com/user/learnvietnamese?feature=watch Read More
getting married in vietnam by anavrin1004
hello, can my girlfriend and I get married in vietnam without any hustle? like here in the philippines, if u wnt to get married quickly and hustle-free, you can go to manila city hall and everything will be process within the day. Is there ...
I had a great wedding here; it was quite romantic. We had the wedding, interviewed and signed the big book within 30 days. Our paperwork was completed before I ever set foot in Vietnam, though. Vietnamese society places a high value on marriage ... Read More
2 Honda Win's for SALE in Hanoi!!
Try placing the advert in the classifieds sectionhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq0llrCYtCQ :D If you don't sell the bikes you could try calling the guys at VIP Rentals in Hanoi and see if they would want to buy them. They take kids off the ... Read More
Burger King by Budman1
Look who's in town: youtube.com/watch?v=FJSbdGw5Nxs&noredirect=1 bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-12/burger-king-opens-first-two-restaurants-in-vietnam-at-airport.html vietnamfranmart.com/d4986-burger-king-comes-to-vietnam.aspx
Methinks many Canadians don't like their big brother, the USA... To be fair, I fired the opening salvo on American fast food in this thread. He's trying to get a rise out of the Americans here, particularly me. Being an ex-pat, he's barking up ... Read More
Burger King by Budman1
Look who's in town: youtube.com/watch?v=FJSbdGw5Nxs&noredirect=1 bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-12/burger-king-opens-first-two-restaurants-in-vietnam-at-airport.html vietnamfranmart.com/d4986-burger-king-comes-to-vietnam.aspx
A day late and .99 cents short! They've missed out on some golden days here, from an economic standpoint. From a health and cultural standpoint, I don't like seeing these places popping up. I didn't come to Vietnam to go to America and eat fast ... Read More
Racism? - Hugely Disappointed by Bonesy
I've been in Ho Chi Minh for over a week now and I am getting used to the glares you naturally get when walking in areas that are not exactly populated by expats or tourists. Today however, I came across what I can only point at as Racism (please ...
Mouth wide awake open.....you obviously forgot to bring along your medications from the "land of opportunity."I'm just fine here in the land of optimism! If I do need meds I'll just borrow some of your's. I'll only need 1/2 of what you normally ... Read More
Racism? - Hugely Disappointed by Bonesy
I've been in Ho Chi Minh for over a week now and I am getting used to the glares you naturally get when walking in areas that are not exactly populated by expats or tourists. Today however, I came across what I can only point at as Racism (please ...
I guess you are referring to the border re-alignment and the guy who is sitting in jail reflecting upon it. Kind of hard to miss the border re-alingment at Langson from the miserable new VN border post. The ancient gate building on the CN side was ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Ok, well I didnt intend to start a kind of forum war, however most of what was said was irrelavent or I was well aware of. I am not some backpacker attempting to travel and see how it goes teaching im well aware there are visa requirements, police ... Read More
Another 100-year bit of SaiGon history gone - the Thu Tiem ferry boats by Jaitch
On 2011 December 31 the one-hundred year life of the District 1>>Thu Tiem ferry boat came to a close with the successful completion of the magnificent Thu Tiem Tunnel under the River SaiGoN. The three ferry boats have gone to their resting places ...
Thanks for the advice mate. I've been to vung tau several times. The taxis there are a total ripoff even the mai linh ones are scammers that's why I want to bring my bike there. I've never had problems with return ferries maybe it's my luck or maybe ... Read More
Another 100-year bit of SaiGon history gone - the Thu Tiem ferry boats by Jaitch
On 2011 December 31 the one-hundred year life of the District 1>>Thu Tiem ferry boat came to a close with the successful completion of the magnificent Thu Tiem Tunnel under the River SaiGoN. The three ferry boats have gone to their resting places ...
Speaking of motorbike ferries, is there a service that takes the bikes across to vung tau? Anyone knows what the charges are & schedule?No, there's only the hydrofoils and you can't take bikes on them. You could take the hydrofoil down and then ... Read More
Facebook out again? by Hisdudeness
Facebook has not been working again for me over the last few days even with the DNS settings updated. Has anyone had any trouble with it or could you share what DNS you're using?
REMEMBER, when complaining about business versus domestic InterNet access that every service is assigned a Class of Service rating by the provider. A COS ranking can include any feature of a service, to give or take away, determined by your ... Read More
How to find the best personal assistant in Vietnam (Phan Thiet) by GuestPoster4717
Dear Expat community, I am facing a problem, that I have been trying to solve for almost 6 months. HOW TO FIND a GOOD PERSONAL ASSISTANT FOR GM in hotel in Vietnam (Phan Thiet). Obviously the main problem of English speaking managers - is the ...
Hello Bryanlam, That is a false belief. North Vietnamese are even more proud, thus, less inclined to serve your customers than their southern counterparts. I was just in Hanoi about a month ago, people there often raved about the good services ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
I'm going to ignore you now. I don't converse with people who stereotype and discriminate. I'm sure as he!! glad I decided to come take a look for myself, rather than go by what was written on these boards. I just glanced over a few "guide" ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Let's get something else straight. Experience can be used in lieu of a BA/BS. The English teacher, bartender, carpenter, lorry/truck driver(my last career) has to have 5 years experience and a teaching certificate, like the ones we've been ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Bonesy, you'll be a fine teacher. You're lucky to be getting in so young. Make that a blessing and not a curse. I would have killed doing something we all like to do, at your age! Keep your head on straight and prepare for the course. Take it ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Hello WideAwake, "WHY do people think VietNam has an open door policy for English teachers? Because it does allow teachers to enter as tourists, then make other arrangements upon landing a job. WHY do you have a problem with them coming here to ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Wideawake, Can I ask for your opinion on something please? I hear CELTA being mentioned a lot for the preferred qualification. I am doing a combination of both TESOL and TEFL receiving both certificates at the end of the course - See below ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
Nigerians...hookers on PNL? WTF? Were any of them teachers?:/ Facetious? I had to look that up! I may like to joke, but I certainly know the industry better than you. I've been at it a while and know plenty of people who have been at it a spot ... Read More
Another 100-year bit of SaiGon history gone - the Thu Tiem ferry boats by Jaitch
On 2011 December 31 the one-hundred year life of the District 1>>Thu Tiem ferry boat came to a close with the successful completion of the magnificent Thu Tiem Tunnel under the River SaiGoN. The three ferry boats have gone to their resting places ...
There are ways to pass under the tunnel between those times too :) Also at that time of night traveling out of HCMC via bridge is not too much slower due to the reduction in traffic. Besides if they wanted to stop the street racing under the tunnel ... Read More
Teaching in Vn, what are the classes like? by klavsy
Hi all, just wondering, ill be heading to HCMC soon looking for employment as an english teacher, can anyone give me an idea of class sizes, appropriate material, what things students enjoy/and not so much. Anyone who may have taught or is ...
WHY do people think VietNam has an open door policy for English teachers? Because it does allow teachers to enter as tourists, then make other arrangements upon landing a job. WHY do you have a problem with them coming here to teach? Before you ... Read More
Your top 3 Tips for a newbie coming to HCMC for the first time! by Silverfox88
Everybody has an opinion and I'm sure everyone can offer their 3 top tips for travelling to HCMC. It could be anything from money tips to bringing plenty of Imodium. If you don't have any tips then maybe your top 3 places to eat, drink or shop ...
3) Sandals. I wish I had brought with me more pairs of waterproof 'crocks' as we call them in the UK. Instead I have brought with me a batch of trainers I don't think I will ever get through as I much prefer keeping my feet cool!Go to Bui Vien, on ... Read More
Your top 3 Tips for a newbie coming to HCMC for the first time! by Silverfox88
Everybody has an opinion and I'm sure everyone can offer their 3 top tips for travelling to HCMC. It could be anything from money tips to bringing plenty of Imodium. If you don't have any tips then maybe your top 3 places to eat, drink or shop ...
1.) Be patient, above all else. 2.) Rent a motorbike and roam around the city. and 3.) Have fun! This is the best city in the world,IMHO. Read More
Racism? - Hugely Disappointed by Bonesy
I've been in Ho Chi Minh for over a week now and I am getting used to the glares you naturally get when walking in areas that are not exactly populated by expats or tourists. Today however, I came across what I can only point at as Racism (please ...
The half Vietnamese, half American kids in the 70 and 80's were sad stories. It was not because they were half American, it was because they were not 100% Vietnamese.That was a travesty. Yet another part of my countries history that brings shame ... Read More
Racism? - Hugely Disappointed by Bonesy
I've been in Ho Chi Minh for over a week now and I am getting used to the glares you naturally get when walking in areas that are not exactly populated by expats or tourists. Today however, I came across what I can only point at as Racism (please ...
Better get used to the overt discrimination and racism here Bonesy. You won't change them and it could drive you to the brink of insanity, if you're not careful! It's best to just keep smiling and move on. This country has went from 1000 years of ... Read More
CAN THO by feline
Bonjour, Je risque ( risque voulu bien sûr !! ) d'atterrir à Can Tho dans quelques semaines : je recherche tous les renseignements que vous pouvez me donner, en particulier : - Ecoles pour mes enfants, de préférence internationale, à défaut ...
I interviewed fore a teaching position at Thai Binh Duong/ Pacific College and was very impressed with the management. It appeared to be ran extremely well, with a clear curriculum and staff that truly cared about the quality of the education the ... Read More
The Apollo CELTA Course in Hanoi
Thanks for the vote of confidence! I drug my feet trying to decide which certificate to get. Once I settled on the CELTA I had to decide which school. Apollo seemed like the best fit for me, but the next class I could get into was in Hanoi. ... Read More
HELP I need a teaching job ASAP HCMC
I have recently arrived in Saigon with a bag, limited financial resources, my TEFL 120 hour certifcate, police check, and degree. Now although it is cheap here relative to the UK, I can sense that my liking of a few beers may get out of hand if I ... Read More
The Apollo CELTA Course in Hanoi
Is anyone else on here going to take their September course? Read More
TEFL courses in HCMC by TCD
Hi everyone, Im new to HCMC. im looking at completeing a TEFL course in HCMC. Has anyone completed any of these courses or have any recommendations ? Thanks
Here's what I've gathered. Language Link only offers the program in Hanoi. ILA: http://www.discovereltvietnam.com/page.php?p=20 ILA CELTA-YL Ext.: http://www.discovereltvietnam.com/page.php?p=408 Apollo: http://teachatapollo.com/courses ... Read More
TEFL courses in HCMC by TCD
Hi everyone, Im new to HCMC. im looking at completeing a TEFL course in HCMC. Has anyone completed any of these courses or have any recommendations ? Thanks
Do yourself a favor and get the CELTA. There are dozens of schools offering TESOL's and TEFL's. The CELTA is exclusively Cambridge and held in a higher regard worldwide. It's the best bet for the money. Read More
Looking for decent hairdresser by HelsW
Hi guys, I've just moved to HCMC and am looking for a decent hairdresser. I get my hair foiled blonde and would like to keep it that way. Does anyone know of a good hairdresser who is used to working with blonde hair? Am willing to go to a bit of ...
The shop at 226 De Tham, District 1, is a great salon. Read More
Buy Birds
Go to one of the major pagodas, like the one at 3 Thang 2 and Le Hong Phuong, and you'll find ladies selling birds for people to buy and release. They may be able to find the type you need, if you have a picture. You can also go to the tennis club ... Read More
hi, i am looking for mexican restaurants by BO1219
hey everyone. moved to hcmc a month ago. does anyone know where i can have mexican food? :)
I like the food at La Cantina too Saigon Tacos. Please don't PM me with adverts. Read More
hi, i am looking for mexican restaurants by BO1219
hey everyone. moved to hcmc a month ago. does anyone know where i can have mexican food? :)
I prefer La Cantina. They deliver and have employees that are very nice. 0839207252 175/3 Pham Ngu Lao Margaritas is beside La Cantina, but the owner is a jerk, IMHO. Read More
Moving to Saigon in the Fall. To stay for 3-5 years. 100% doing it. by Matt_Stevens
So my wife and I are leaving NYC. I met Anh over five years ago in Europe and we did the international romance thing. When she went back to her family in HCMC five months later I was there, asking her to marry me. At the time she wanted me to live ...
You'd be a shoe-in for this job Matt. https://www.expat.com/en/classified/asia/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/65-social-teaching/77020-drama-academy-director.html Read More
Teach English with School Holidays? by Tano
Hi everyone, I'm moving to HCMC in three weeks with my partner. She already has a job there at an International School, and so she will have school holidays off. I have recently completed a TESOL certificate, and I have an unrelated degree. Due ...
Fine! Thank you for your advice. I will look closer to the CELTA/TESOL grade.I know you've spoken with a CELTA graduate already. She's a VERY good teacher! Good luck. Read More
Teach English with School Holidays? by Tano
Hi everyone, I'm moving to HCMC in three weeks with my partner. She already has a job there at an International School, and so she will have school holidays off. I have recently completed a TESOL certificate, and I have an unrelated degree. Due ...
You cannot imagine the grammar problems that native speakers. It is well-known that foreigners know your own language better once they have a good teacher and follow books.You should be looking at the teachers CELTA/TESOL grade. Unless you're ... Read More
Hazzzz... So difficult to find a native english teacher by Sonpham
Anyone let me an idea for this, i'm trying find a english teacher for me and my friend. But have no idea how can find and contact to... Have any Americian or British is available? Let me a call or message: 0937.117.369 or send me an email: by ...
He says he's a student, which he might be, but when I spoke with him in May (before this post) he introduced himself as the director of the school I provided a link to. The wage was low ($12 p/h), so I passed. I did send a fellow teacher in and he ... Read More
Hazzzz... So difficult to find a native english teacher by Sonpham
Anyone let me an idea for this, i'm trying find a english teacher for me and my friend. But have no idea how can find and contact to... Have any Americian or British is available? Let me a call or message: 0937.117.369 or send me an email: by ...
Hi Son and Sammy. Are you looking to improve your English or to learn English from the very beginning? Best wishes SatchThe O/P is the director of this organization: http://englishinvietnam.com/.en Why he felt it ... Read More