Peter Goudge
@Peter Goudge
Australian expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
37
Contacts
19
About me
Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English
Registration: 23 January 2012
Adopting a pet in Vietnam by Loïc
Hello, Are you a dog or a cat person? A pet can add life to a home and make an ideal travel companion during your expatriation in Vietnam. However, formalities or regulations might put you off traveling with your pet making adoption a better ...
Gosh, I really admire folks who take it upon themselves to adopt animals, especially when the adoption process takes place while living and working abroad. As it happens, I came across an organisation last month called PPaws in Phnom Penh, ... Read More
TESOL by yttocs
I'm coming to VN next year and I've just signed up for a TESOL program at a university here in the US. The program consists of six courses that are six weeks each. In addition, there are extra courses available to add on to the certificate. I'm ...
Hi Red I agree with you completely. Peter Goudge Read More
TESOL by yttocs
I'm coming to VN next year and I've just signed up for a TESOL program at a university here in the US. The program consists of six courses that are six weeks each. In addition, there are extra courses available to add on to the certificate. I'm ...
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Looking for a house/room in Tan Binh district by Mikialpu
Hi everyone, I am currently living in District 2, but because my work place is very far away I would like to move ASAP to Tan Bin District. I am looking for a house to share or just a room in a quiet place. Also it's important for me to use the ...
Hello Mikialpu I have a great room available in a shared house in Go Vap District. The rent is $220.00pm. Let me know if you'd like to have a look. Peter Goudge Read More
What's the single most important requirement to learn something new? by Peter Goudge
Hi all I was having a discussion with a colleague yesterday about the single most important requirement to learn something new. This goes to the heart of what happens in a classroom. My own view is 'motivation'- a combination of intrinsic & ...
Hi all Thank you for your great posts. Peter Goudge Read More
What is the best restaurant in HCMC? by Peter Goudge
Hi All I've been in Vietnam (mostly in HCMC) for coming on 7 years, but I still haven't found a reasonably priced restaurant that I can 'call my own'. Sure, I've found plenty of good ones, but none that I'd especially visit again. Recommendations ...
Manatwork As it happens, I am partial to German Sausages. I'll check out the website. Peter Goudge Read More
What's the single most important requirement to learn something new?
Hi all I was having a discussion with a colleague yesterday about the single most important requirement to learn something new. This goes to the heart of what happens in a classroom. My own view is 'motivation'- a combination of intrinsic & ... Read More
TESOL by yttocs
I'm coming to VN next year and I've just signed up for a TESOL program at a university here in the US. The program consists of six courses that are six weeks each. In addition, there are extra courses available to add on to the certificate. I'm ...
Hi Yttocs I only came across this thread this afternoon. What did you decide to do regarding a TESOL course? Peter Goudge Read More
What is the best restaurant in HCMC? by Peter Goudge
Hi All I've been in Vietnam (mostly in HCMC) for coming on 7 years, but I still haven't found a reasonably priced restaurant that I can 'call my own'. Sure, I've found plenty of good ones, but none that I'd especially visit again. Recommendations ...
Hi Everyone I just want to say thank you to all those people who took the time to post on this topic. I'll do my best to try all the places that have been recommended. Cheers Peter Goudge Read More
What is the best restaurant in HCMC?
Hi All I've been in Vietnam (mostly in HCMC) for coming on 7 years, but I still haven't found a reasonably priced restaurant that I can 'call my own'. Sure, I've found plenty of good ones, but none that I'd especially visit again. Recommendations ... Read More
Vietnam - what formula is used to value a business?
Hi all When someone wants to sell their business in Vietnam, how do they establish how much it's worth - the sale price? Cheers Peter Goudge Read More
Looking for a personal trainer by Peter Goudge
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter
Hi Tu Thank you for your post. I'm looking for someone who knows what they're doing to get me back into shape - exercise, diet and so forth. Over the past 2 years I've put on around 20kgs and my resolution for the Lunar New Year is to return to my ... Read More
Looking for a personal trainer by Peter Goudge
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter
Hi Nhi I'll contact them tomorrow. Thanks for your help. Peter Read More
Looking for a personal trainer by Peter Goudge
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter
Anatta As it happens I own & manage a decent size business. Like most owner / operators I start quite early & often work well past 10.00pm. Peter Read More
Looking for a personal trainer by Peter Goudge
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter
Hi Judy Thanks for the tip, but work commitments mean that I'm tied to the Go Vap / District 12 area. Cheers Peter Read More
Looking for a personal trainer by Peter Goudge
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter
Hi All Sorry for my vague message inquiring if anyone knows of a 'personal trainer'. The expression 'personal trainer' in Australia refers to a fitness coach. Basically, I'm looking for someone to take on the task of getting me into ... Read More
Looking for a personal trainer
Hi All Does anyone know of a personal trainer in the Go Vap / District 12 area? Cheers Peter Read More
Aussie Teaching English by OzzieAndy
Hi All I am an Aussie currently in Manila but moving to Ho Chi Minh in 3 weeks. I would really appreciate any info from fellow Aussies teaching or working in Ho Chi Minh mainly about the VISA. I heard the best way to do it is to get a Tourist Visa ...
Hi Laidback Your absolutely right about the quals that ILA, the BC and other reputable schools require. Moreover, reputable schools clearly know there are bits of scrap paper with TESOL written on them and there are others that actually stack up to ... Read More
Aussie Teaching English by OzzieAndy
Hi All I am an Aussie currently in Manila but moving to Ho Chi Minh in 3 weeks. I would really appreciate any info from fellow Aussies teaching or working in Ho Chi Minh mainly about the VISA. I heard the best way to do it is to get a Tourist Visa ...
Hi again Andy When you get here send me your CV and I'll see I've got anything at that time. Peter www.avse.edu.vn Read More
Aussie Teaching English by OzzieAndy
Hi All I am an Aussie currently in Manila but moving to Ho Chi Minh in 3 weeks. I would really appreciate any info from fellow Aussies teaching or working in Ho Chi Minh mainly about the VISA. I heard the best way to do it is to get a Tourist Visa ...
Hi Andy If you looking for a top TESOL course in HCMC, send me an email and I'll get back to you with some information: peter@avse.edu.vn Cheers Peter (Melbourne) Read More
Law student from the U.S. available to teach English summer 2012
Hi Linhdo I read your recent post where you offered your services as an English language teacher for a few weeks this summer at a rate of $25.00 per hour. While I'm sure your intentions are good, I have to tell you that it frustrates me no end ... Read More
I need a teacher to learn Vietnamese! by ppvn
Hi, I am looking for a private teacher to learn Vietnamese. I am based in HCMC and looking for 3 to 4 hours per week. Any idea? Cam On :)
Hi Jaromir Firstly, welcome to HCMC. It's a great place. I've been here for coming on 6 years. Re learning Vietnamese, have a look at avse.edu.vn. You can email me directly at peter@avse.edu.vn if you have any further questions. Cheers Peter Read More
Looking for business opportunity by Bengaltiger
Hello, I am a South Asian guy, lived in Europe for 5 years, currently living and working in Saigon. I am looking for business opportunity on a partnership basis. I am open to ideas. Hope to hear from you. Cheers
Hi Bengal Are you still looking for opportunities in HCMC? My name is Peter Goudge. I can be contacted via email: peter@avse.edu.vn Cheers Read More
I need a teacher to learn Vietnamese! by ppvn
Hi, I am looking for a private teacher to learn Vietnamese. I am based in HCMC and looking for 3 to 4 hours per week. Any idea? Cam On :)
Hi there My name is Peter. I noticed your advert looking for a Vietnamese teacher. Are you still looking? Cheers Peter Read More