jazzy851
English expat in Bahrain
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Registration: 15 July 2011
VinHomes Central Park by Kooler42
Hi, Is there any update on this project. Will move to HCMC at the beginning of the year. I understand that there will be an international school? Thanks Jerry
Thank you for sharing this information. ITs good to know what school options are there and the price! :) Read More
VinHomes Central Park by Kooler42
Hi, Is there any update on this project. Will move to HCMC at the beginning of the year. I understand that there will be an international school? Thanks Jerry
Eeeewww :blink: - thats really disgusting!! luckily there was no one in the pool at the time.? alot to be learnt here. Read More
Safe and legit way to move valuable items from USA to HCM city? by Noah007
Hello everyone, I was contracted as a songwriter for a music company in Ho Chi Minh city and finally decided it would be so much easier to work with the artists in person than long distance. I need to move my belongings and some musical equipment ...
That probably explains why there are so many coffee shops in VN :P Read More
Fred went a wandering. by Fred
[img]https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1840/43286595615_c539efb222.jpg[/img] I went for a little ride this morning. Mountain bike clubs are really popular at the moment and even housing estates have clubs. These guys may well live on such an estate ...
Cant say i recall you :/ just :offtopic: abit but welcome back :) Im sure Fred's picture story book will give you a quick catch up on all what you missed past few years :D Good luck :cool: Read More
My version of Singapore by Narishak
:D Hi there My name is Narisha, i am an indian from South Africa. I have been living in Singapore now for almost 2 years. When i first moved here i found it difficult to adapt. Reason being is that i felt alone in a foreign place and was missing ...
Dont forget to try some of those tasty Korean dishes :) Although you may have tried some in Singapore already...enjoy :) Read More
How can i warn people about a girl who stole my house and money. by jim rc
How can i warn people about a girl who stole my house and money ?
Well he didn't disclose too much details in depth, but given what he stated in the subject, we have to go upon what he told the members on the forum.... poor dude.. :| Read More
Fred went a wandering. by Fred
[img]https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1840/43286595615_c539efb222.jpg[/img] I went for a little ride this morning. Mountain bike clubs are really popular at the moment and even housing estates have clubs. These guys may well live on such an estate ...
Now that's a good initiative and incentive to help protect riders :top: Read More
Lottery by Guestposter822
Hi, I'm just wondering if the published winning lottery numbers are allowed to be in any order when compared to the ones on your purchased ticket ? Also I'm wondering if a foreigner can cash the ticket and if anyone here has ever won ...
I agree - sometimes when you see these old people selling these tickets in the hot sun you cant help feeling sorry for them but buy at least 1 lottery ticket from them to help them out! :top: Read More
VinHomes Central Park by Kooler42
Hi, Is there any update on this project. Will move to HCMC at the beginning of the year. I understand that there will be an international school? Thanks Jerry
Sorry to hear of your issues your are having. I can see why you are frustrated. I would be too if i invested alot of money in a place to live. You are right, it's Vietnam and the way they do things there may not be how the western world would. ... Read More
How can i warn people about a girl who stole my house and money. by jim rc
How can i warn people about a girl who stole my house and money ?
Fred - i see you spotted the op from a previous thread quite well.Yeah he did receive alot of advise looking back at that thread! ... poor dude! Read More
My version of Singapore by Narishak
:D Hi there My name is Narisha, i am an indian from South Africa. I have been living in Singapore now for almost 2 years. When i first moved here i found it difficult to adapt. Reason being is that i felt alone in a foreign place and was missing ...
Good luck with your travels to South Korea. Im sure you will like it there. :) Read More
My version of Singapore by Narishak
:D Hi there My name is Narisha, i am an indian from South Africa. I have been living in Singapore now for almost 2 years. When i first moved here i found it difficult to adapt. Reason being is that i felt alone in a foreign place and was missing ...
Although this post is old, i will add to it as im sure some of you will agree with my comments. Singapore does have its advantages and from my experience i see most of the time, efficiency seems to be one of them on the list. I agree its safe and ... Read More
watch battery by gunner10
Where can I find a reliable shop that provides the service of installing a new battery for a watch (Invicta) without paying an arm and a leg. I live and work in District 7
Agree with Ciambella, go for the Japanese batteries which would probably last longer, otherwise you may end up visiting the shop again if you go for a cheaper option. If you do find a good shop that you used, please do post here so that it may help ... Read More
Martial Arts in Binh Thanh
Just make sure your wife never uses it on you :D :P Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Yeah, this post is quite old and something sounds abit 'fishy' to me why josemari jason garduque wants to reply to it.. :P :lol: Read More
Big 4 job in Bahrain - 1800 BD by nicola bahrain
Hi everybody, I m considering moving to Bahrain for a Big 4 firm but I m worried about the suggested compensation. They offered me 1800BD/month do you think it is wise to relocate under this agreement? thanks
ooops this post is just a bit old.. but nothing changes though. The saudi drivers on the weekend... same old story... :dumbom: :D Read More
New Expats Gathering !! by kingzchock
anyone interested on organizing any gathering for all the new expats ?? please do leave some comments
Thanks for sharing this useful bit of info eodmatt - Thank-you kindly sir! These rookies are unbelievable! :dumbom: Well done with shoving the "no encumbrances" document under the developers nose ! I bet that must of hurt abit!! - at ... Read More
New Expats Gathering !! by kingzchock
anyone interested on organizing any gathering for all the new expats ?? please do leave some comments
So you prefer 'happy endings' oppose to someone locals selling you property ? - good choice!! :lol: Read More
Best place to live with a dog by Daydream86
Hi!! First of all thank you for the lavour you do here, you are so helpful! Second a bit about myself: My name is Silvia and my boyfriend (in September my husband) found a job in Bahrain, he is now there and I'm planing to move after our ...
Ok glad you have a sense of humour. :D You will have to take a look at the 'beaches in Juffair' then you can smile ;) Opposite Al Najma sports club there is wide open space where alot of people like to chill on the weekend, alot of ... Read More
Best place to live with a dog by Daydream86
Hi!! First of all thank you for the lavour you do here, you are so helpful! Second a bit about myself: My name is Silvia and my boyfriend (in September my husband) found a job in Bahrain, he is now there and I'm planing to move after our ...
The beaches in Juffair ? :/ Ok not quite so the beach you may be used to your country but in Juffair i wouldnt call it a beach exactly but its ok for stroll with your dog. There are alot of people who do take their dog for walks in juffair so you ... Read More
Part time or permanent Job by le_jazz
Hi guys!! Me and my friends have been staying here in Vietnam for about a couple of months now and everyone and everything is amazing!!! 😊😊😊 I was wondering if anyone can suggest where we can apply for a Part time or ...
Alot of people do this in Vietnam so hopefully you will be able to get some ideas from them. Good luck with your quest. ;) Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
I certainly agree with you! Dont spend time with an instructor who is busy on his mobile! Not a good example especially when teaching new drivers. :D ---- you can find plenty of instructors number from mumsinbahrain's FB group or personally ... Read More
Commuter pass in Singapore
You can purchase the card at the MRT station or 7 Eleven shop - i think it was marginally cheaper at 7 eleven. You then top it up and use it. So every time you enter the MRT station, you touch it on the reader and it shows you the value left on the ... Read More
Part time or permanent Job by le_jazz
Hi guys!! Me and my friends have been staying here in Vietnam for about a couple of months now and everyone and everything is amazing!!! 😊😊😊 I was wondering if anyone can suggest where we can apply for a Part time or ...
There are quite a few multinational companies in Ho Chi Minh city. Im not sure what the requirements are. VietCanada mentioned a TEFL of some sort and degrees would be required.. so i guess enquire and find out.. good luck :top: Read More
i looking a big heart by Miu nguyen
hi everyone ! someone here is a doctor ? or can help to a doctor ?? where the future for someone sick and no have family ...
:lol: :huh: Must have found that big heart i guess ? :) Read More
MCT oil? by cycleforlifefatty
Hi, I am on the hunt for MCT oil. Does any body know if I can purchase in HCMC? Thanks in advance.
Seems the site is on weekend break :joking: Their advice came down to the same two things: olive oil and red wine.Olive oil i read it has many heatlh benefits compared to other oils.. red wine is good too but it contains suplhates ? im no expert ... Read More
Looking 4 foreign friends around Phu my hung or Dist. 7 by magarret
Hi, everyone. I've been in Ho Chi Minh for around 5 months. Most of friends I've made so far are Korean, which I don't mind at all, however, I also like to maximize my chance of being in a foreign country by making foreign friends as ...
No worries at all :) I did notice that a few people recently here have posted they want to meet up. So you could between yourselves, arrange a get together ? May be somewhere that's close and convenient for all ? Good luck and hope you meet ... Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
Lets hope the instructors wont use their mobiles while teaching the newly to be drivers on the road. :dumbom: A very good post by mindblowin :top: Good luck and drive safely :cool: Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Farhaz you due a haircut soon ? wanna try and beat logicalIndian' price of 1.5 bhd? So at present logicalIndian will hold the record unless someone can beat it :one Please note do it yourself (free) haircut does not count :P ;) Read More
Insulin by Riverlea
Hello, I am a Canadian living in TraVinh with Type 2 Diabetes. I need to be able to purchase HUMULIN N, long-lasting Insulin. I cannot find it in Tra Vinh, but I have a pharmacist who will order from HCMC if we can locate a source. Any assistance ...
Good luck and hope your pharmacist can get the medication you are after. :top: Read More
Looking 4 foreign friends around Phu my hung or Dist. 7 by magarret
Hi, everyone. I've been in Ho Chi Minh for around 5 months. Most of friends I've made so far are Korean, which I don't mind at all, however, I also like to maximize my chance of being in a foreign country by making foreign friends as ...
Please note this post is over two years old and im sure the op has already made friends. However i see that some of you want to meet up so you could form a group and arrange your meets ups ? :) Please do avoid posting personal information on here. ... Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Ok we seem to have a cheap fare here.. any other offers lower than 1.5 ? :D Read More
Self introduction by Winfridgingo
I am very new in Singapore, This is my third day in the country. I am a general surgeon. Singapore is a beautiful country with nice people.
Be sure to get out and about to enjoy the beautiful scenery and country, :) Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
cheaper than 3bhd ? :D if so post it and maybe others could use it ;) Read More
Dating in HCMC - is this normal or am I being scammed? by BT1989
Hi, expat from Australia checking in. Recently moved to HCMC as a single guy, with that being the case obviously active on the dating scene. Still trying to get my head around all he customs/etiquette but I'm getting there. I have an account on ...
Bet both had to give 'below' abit of rest to recover from this :o ... ouch!! :sosad: Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Where you go, the souk ? :D Read More
dating in bahrain by ladyjalel
i just came in bahrain a couple of months ago for a job offer in a construction company. out of boredom i found a guy in skout. he's a christian lebanese and working in saudi. we met twice and he seems a good guy. he wanted to stay in my ...
Yeah just make sure the dude persuade you to go to the hotel and share a room. :D Its still safer in the church ;) Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Good luck with your haircut too.. wherever you get it done :D Read More
dating in bahrain by ladyjalel
i just came in bahrain a couple of months ago for a job offer in a construction company. out of boredom i found a guy in skout. he's a christian lebanese and working in saudi. we met twice and he seems a good guy. he wanted to stay in my ...
I feel the church is a safe place to goto rather than a hotel room with a stranger :top: :D Read More
Best Italian Restaurant In Bahrain by TSGHerts
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a good italian restaurant in Bahrain? I have strong craving for gnocchi and sunday sauce! P.s Hi, I've lived in Bahrain 20+ years in total. I moved away for a bit and now I'm back and exploring what's new ...
Not so annoying road changes, just the silly drivers on the weekends who think they are on the Formula 1 race track or the tourists who do all sorts on the roads even in the early hours of the morning :D Read More
Best Italian Restaurant In Bahrain by TSGHerts
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a good italian restaurant in Bahrain? I have strong craving for gnocchi and sunday sauce! P.s Hi, I've lived in Bahrain 20+ years in total. I moved away for a bit and now I'm back and exploring what's new ...
Cafe Italia in Adliya seems to be a popular choice. Just ring them to book your table and tell if you have vehicle and they save you a parking spot right in front of the restaurant! :) Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
Yes, well done to you. Certainly helps having a driving license here given the public transport is somewhat very limited. :) Read More
dating in bahrain by ladyjalel
i just came in bahrain a couple of months ago for a job offer in a construction company. out of boredom i found a guy in skout. he's a christian lebanese and working in saudi. we met twice and he seems a good guy. he wanted to stay in my ...
What planet are you on ? :lol: I wish there was a 'slap' icon here to use on certain individuals.. :/ Read More
Dating in HCMC - is this normal or am I being scammed? by BT1989
Hi, expat from Australia checking in. Recently moved to HCMC as a single guy, with that being the case obviously active on the dating scene. Still trying to get my head around all he customs/etiquette but I'm getting there. I have an account on ...
So your wallet and phone were still there after lights out action? :D Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
Now this sounds like a genuine driving instructor. If he worked by the laws thats :top: in my view! I'm sure he will do well.. Good luck to this genuine instructor and thanks for sharing this info. :top: :top: Read More
Looking for female friends by benini
Hi. I've been here in Bahrain since 2013 but I have not get the chance to go out much because of work. I feel the need to socialize more and I'am looking for people to hang out with. :) If you're like me.. :) feel free to buzz..
This post is nearly two years old now and im sure Benini has met female friends by now :) Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
Was your instructor on the mobile while teaching you how to drive? :/ Read More
driving lessons by pilyang_annetot
hello everyone. just wanna ask if im the only one here having a driving lesson for 1 hour and the instructor will charge for 2 hours. Thanks & regards
Abit worrying if an instructor is on his mobile while teaching you how to drive? Not a very good example to the new drivers out there given the law was passed the year before about using mobiles while driving. This instructor should know better ... Read More
Business Card Printing Ho Chi Minh by Allblack
Hoping that you may be able to help me. I need to get 500 business cards printed in HCM & need a local printer Am staying near Trang Quang Trai St: HCM District 1, very close to Hai Ba Trung St: I would appreciate your help in finding a ...
Thankyou Thigv - im sure this will help Allblack - :top: Read More
Business Card Printing Ho Chi Minh by Allblack
Hoping that you may be able to help me. I need to get 500 business cards printed in HCM & need a local printer Am staying near Trang Quang Trai St: HCM District 1, very close to Hai Ba Trung St: I would appreciate your help in finding a ...
:top: May be you can share it on here ? it will certainly help the op out ;) Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Ok - so theres a chance Brighton guy may return for a haircut then ? :P and if he does and it costs less than 3 BHD, hopefully he will post it on here, where he got it done ;) the souk does offer alot of things, not just haircuts but other ... Read More
Business Card Printing Ho Chi Minh by Allblack
Hoping that you may be able to help me. I need to get 500 business cards printed in HCM & need a local printer Am staying near Trang Quang Trai St: HCM District 1, very close to Hai Ba Trung St: I would appreciate your help in finding a ...
I haven't seen any printers in District 1 however, District 1 being quite popular i'd be surprised if one didn't exist there. What i would do is ask the many tour operators they have in District 1 (Pham Ngu Lao) where they get their ... Read More
How much does a haircut cost in Bahrain? by brightonguy
Hello all, I've got another question about haircut prices in Bahrain. I am moving to Bahrain soon and I would like to know how much do men pay to have their hair cut in Bahrain at a barber. In the UK, I pay around £20 which is about 13BD I think so ...
Brighton guy left ? :( i hope he had a good leaving doo :top: A helpful dude on the forum. Oh and about the haircut, if you wonder to the souk, its less than 3 BHD but you dont get the bells and whistles with your haircut.. :D Read More
How do you invest in Vietnam real estate? by Stacy123
I think that's so difficult for foreigners to buy or invest in real estate in Vietnam. Just need some advises and want to know your experience. Please give me some ideas.. :heart:
:lol: :lol: In this forum Aline there seem to be many who have made millions investing in VN.Yep - I agree with you on this - I saw for my self how wealthy some Districts are, the type of luxury cars that are driven out there. More over, the ... Read More
renting a car and driving question by Sicher
Hello everyone! I am planning on coming to Bahrain for a summer internship in June. I spent a great amount of time researching various aspects of life in Bahrain, as well as I read a lot of topics on here. So here are the questions to which I ...
Have you started your internship ? If living in Juffair and working in Bahrain Financial Harbour, you can catch a local bus (if driving isnt an option), however the buses are every 1/2 hour. The bus will stop close to Juffair mall and will stop ... Read More
How do you invest in Vietnam real estate? by Stacy123
I think that's so difficult for foreigners to buy or invest in real estate in Vietnam. Just need some advises and want to know your experience. Please give me some ideas.. :heart:
This seems the norm in some (or most) asian countries! :/ As I say in all situation here "guard your money".:top: :top: Read More
Seeking for advice by Beavens Maestro
[color=#f76238]Hello friends [i]Greetings from California, USA! I just got a teaching offer from a Japanese University. I will be living and working in Tokyo. I fluently speak French and English, but no Japanese at all, and my courses would be ...
Hope you both will get the help you need and make contact with others who are in a similar situation as yourself. You can then exchange ideas to help each other out. Good luck and hope all goes well. :) :top: Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
I guess your friend thought he could slip the cops at that time of the early morning.. ? Did he think they would be fast asleep ? :lol: The policemen were wide awake. They must have been sipping some of that Vietnamese coffee ;) :) Read More
How do you invest in Vietnam real estate? by Stacy123
I think that's so difficult for foreigners to buy or invest in real estate in Vietnam. Just need some advises and want to know your experience. Please give me some ideas.. :heart:
I couldn't have summarized it any better colinoscapee :top: Read More
Big 4 job in Bahrain - 1800 BD by nicola bahrain
Hi everybody, I m considering moving to Bahrain for a Big 4 firm but I m worried about the suggested compensation. They offered me 1800BD/month do you think it is wise to relocate under this agreement? thanks
@ Nicola Bahrain - I hope the ideas above have given you an idea on the living costs here and how your salary will compare against it. The one thing i may add is the place where you work, you don't necessarily have to live close by. Although ... Read More
looking for Couples by antonio-ksa
Hi everybody, i am looking for couples go out for dinner or BBQ in the weekends, thank you
This post is over 5 years old!!!!! :dumbom: Read More
Ho Chi Minh Expat by Seb Summers
Hello! I am moving to Ho Chi Minh on August 14th 2017 - basically I'd just like to know anything and everyhting about the city and what to do etc! I am moving out there to start work as an ESL teacher with Major Education. Also would love to ...
Vietnam is a nice place and once you're settled in, im sure you will like it. Theres alot of stuff to see and do however, it all depends on your interests and the type of person you are. Are you the type that likes to go sight seeing and ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
:lol: :lol: Or you think being blonde, fair skin, and western looking contributed to being stopped too? If the op looked local, you think she'd get stopped? :/ Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
:lol: :lol: To the op, it seems you are heading towards the girl here. Whether you are taking anyone's advise here, well that's your choice i guess. :blink: I can see you have feelings for the girl and so want to believe her and what ... Read More
Arriving one day early for Visa by Reorandy
The flight I booked to Da Nang, the only flight for the next few days arrives in Da Nang on the 14th at 7:10 pm. My one year Visa is good on the 15th. Does anyone know how I can get around this and get out of the airport/customs at 7:10 PM on the ...
If the luggage stays there, and if its the only one that hasn't been collected, well it may go AWOL ? :blink: Read More
Hi looking for friends by gladysborja
It's been a month since I've been here in hcmc.. But life is a bit dull. Haven't met new friends and I've been staying home all day! I wanted to explore the city and met new friends.
Who will you gossip about while having coffee? :P by the way Vietnamese coffee is very good ;) Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
:blink: If shes not texting you everyday.. may be on the phone with some other ? :/ Hmmm I think the op has gone awol.. :P Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
:lol: :lol: Fred goes wondering? ... :D Read More
How much cash allowed out and into Vietnam by infoKQ
I was carrying £20,000 in GBP on me after a business settlement in China . I decided my best option to carry money home after going on a visit to Vietnam was to carry on my person. Problem arose when i was stopped by customs security on the ...
I wonder if you will attract alot of ladies :D :P Its quite a bit of money to be travelling with.. please be careful in future. Was it not possible to get it wired to your account? :/ Read More
New Vietnam Home Ownership Law by Diazo
Has anyone yet used the new law. That is are there any foreigners that have bought freestanding homes and there are on the title. Would like to hear the experiences. Many laws come and go and never work quite the way everyone thought they might. ...
Well said.. :top: t's in their DNA.....they simply HAVE to find a way of cheating and rorting on any task, job or project they are assigned to. They're only cheating themselves in the long run.:dumbom: :blink: Read More
New Vietnam Home Ownership Law by Diazo
Has anyone yet used the new law. That is are there any foreigners that have bought freestanding homes and there are on the title. Would like to hear the experiences. Many laws come and go and never work quite the way everyone thought they might. ...
Thats quite a bit of their hard earned bucks to loose! its beyond me how these cowboys of developers can sleep at night!! :mad: Read More
What's a good allowance for gf/wife in HCM? by ncollins10021
What's a good allowance per week to give to live in girlfriend/wife? The allowance needs to cover groceries(three adults and one baby), some money for her to sock away and miscellaneous/whatever money. Rent and home expenses covered by me. ...
:lol: Like the excessive pair of shoes.. :D and much more :P Read More
Asking for advice - Outdoor / indoor activities for group of expat by PhuongPhung
Hi All, I will lead a a group of expat (half Westerner, half Asian) whose age from 40 to 55 coming to HCMC for business meeting. We have arranged dinner on Saigon river boat, BBQ, vespa tour for them. We would like to host some outdoor activities ...
You're welcome :) If the group members are older, i agree this type of sport will not be suitable for them. However that park is quite large, and even organizing a short walk around the park may be good thing or if the group is up for it. You ... Read More
Rock n roll and Swing Dance by susyk
I am travelling to Singapore in September and would like to go dancing with my husband Swing and Rock n Roll are there any venues that you can recommend?
Your welcome. Enjoy the dancing and Singapore too :) Read More
What's a good allowance for gf/wife in HCM? by ncollins10021
What's a good allowance per week to give to live in girlfriend/wife? The allowance needs to cover groceries(three adults and one baby), some money for her to sock away and miscellaneous/whatever money. Rent and home expenses covered by me. ...
Would it not be feasible for 'you' to work out what the living costs are there along with other costs first as Vndreamer has clearly mentioned ? This would give you some idea of expenditure and you can work out from that .. some simple ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
Ok so running a red light will attract attention as well as not using your blinkers and to add some spice to the mix, being blonde... so you've drawn instant attention.. So now we know why you got stopped. :whistle: I can see what you mean ... Read More
New Vietnam Home Ownership Law by Diazo
Has anyone yet used the new law. That is are there any foreigners that have bought freestanding homes and there are on the title. Would like to hear the experiences. Many laws come and go and never work quite the way everyone thought they might. ...
Seems like this is quite a sport ! :P I thought the 'coffee money' would have helped a fair bit.. or do they require donuts or biscuits with their coffee :P In Asia is common to run backwards and forwards... it keeps you quite fit but ... Read More
Hotels takes passport? by ebergg
Hello , i'll be in HCMC in March 2107 for 2 weeks , i have read that the hotel takes your passport while you stay there. i was thinking of flying up to Da Nang for a few days while i'm in Vietnam, will the hotel allow me to take my passport ...
I noticed that when you book your hotel room and its not paid for in full, they do keep your passport as some sort of guarantee too. If your booking is paid for in full, they are more than likely to return it after they have taken a copy and/or ... Read More
travel & photography group by Anach
hey! anyone know some travel and photography groups around here in saigon? :)
The op is after travel and photography groups... fishing? :/ :D Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
:lol: I think the op has been frightened away. No word from him for a long time :/ Or maybe he's taken the advise here and spending time with his love.. :kiss: :cool: Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
:lol: :lol: It only gets better! Read More
Rock n roll and Swing Dance by susyk
I am travelling to Singapore in September and would like to go dancing with my husband Swing and Rock n Roll are there any venues that you can recommend?
Are you talking about classes - would this help ? Click on the links below ; 1. link 1 2. link 2 3. link 3 Hope this helps. :top: Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
:top: No worries dude, anything to keep such pests out of the way. ;) Anyway, he's probably playing golf or trying to hit on another girl.. :P either way, he's gone.. :) Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
I couldn't agree more - although hes more than a plonker!! :D :top: Fred has kept him out of sight, almost like keeping the little kid in the corner of the class room when misbehaving :P Anyway i gave him some friendly advise to play ... Read More
Seeking for advice by Beavens Maestro
[color=#f76238]Hello friends [i]Greetings from California, USA! I just got a teaching offer from a Japanese University. I will be living and working in Tokyo. I fluently speak French and English, but no Japanese at all, and my courses would be ...
Congratulations on your job offer. What i would do is check what your offer includes. So whats included when you relocate to Japan. Would accommodation be included? what other benefits would you get ? So basically a simple calculation would be ; ... Read More
teaching help by daniellanguagelover
anyone know how to help me with obtaining the qualifications required to teach over in jakarta without a degree? dan
:o Welcome to Asia.. :D Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
Seems like someone took a swing at you! :D There's an advertising section on this site, so i suggest you use that to advertise your used golf set. Just a hint, don't go posting stuff like you're looking for babes.. i'd stick to ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
You serious dude? :o Seems like you're going to get slapped.. :) Are you kidding? Dating isn't allowed on the open forums so you can be 100% creepy perv posts are going to attract a ban. Apologies to the OP, but I have issued a temp ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
That's what i was thinking... unless they just want to line their pockets each time a blond girl goes by.. :D but I never saw this given there are blonde girls in Vietnam traveling.. let the op tell us why :) Read More
ATM Scammers by vndreamer
FYI - walked into an ATM to get cash in Dist 1, a young girl acted like she was sleeping and woke up when I walked in. She grabbed her cell phone to act like she was texting somebody, but no. She was activating an app that allowed her to steal the ...
:top: Agree, that way the skimming low life wont wont get hold of your hard earnings! Read More
Buying property in Ho Chi Minh by ajweissen
Hello Looking for English speaking real estate agent and to get advice on buying apartment off plan. I am a U.K. Citizen.. thank you.
There is another post on this topic, not specifically on buying off plan but buying property in Vietnam. You may wish to read that and see whether you still wish to buy or not.. :/ Read More
Expat Bars in D7 by ardgirl
Anyone got a good bar recommendation for Expats in District 7 of Ho Chi Minh?
I think near Cresent mall there are restaurants and a bar. Read More
Where to buy
flaxseeds are really good. Good to know its available in Vietnam ;) Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
Why do they stop you ? :/ Read More
Asking for advice - Outdoor / indoor activities for group of expat by PhuongPhung
Hi All, I will lead a a group of expat (half Westerner, half Asian) whose age from 40 to 55 coming to HCMC for business meeting. We have arranged dinner on Saigon river boat, BBQ, vespa tour for them. We would like to host some outdoor activities ...
How about activities in the park towards the evening when its not so hot ? In District 1 near the backpackers area there is a large park there and this is a good park as long as you dont stay out too late at night. There is a group of sporting ... Read More
foreigner import the used-car for working in Vietnam by Sophie in HCM
I know the gov of vietnam allowed foreigners to import their used-car from their nation as traffic tool when working in vietnam. Anyone have that experience ? Looking forward to your reply.
Seems like Robinson211' contact is in demand here. So he'll be quite busy i think.. ;) Read More
Hi looking for friends by gladysborja
It's been a month since I've been here in hcmc.. But life is a bit dull. Haven't met new friends and I've been staying home all day! I wanted to explore the city and met new friends.
In less than a month you have got offers from quite a few who want to be friends with you. This is great news and response for you. Hope you can meet up, enjoy each others company and make wonderful new friends. :) If the others are new to ... Read More
Hi looking for friends by gladysborja
It's been a month since I've been here in hcmc.. But life is a bit dull. Haven't met new friends and I've been staying home all day! I wanted to explore the city and met new friends.
The Vietnamese coffee is :top: and sipping with new friends is a good way to enjoy friendship and while tasting new coffee :) Read More