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rojamin

Quang Minh Lê

@rojamin

Serial expat

Vietnamese expat in Germany

Forum posts

276

Contacts

14

About me

Vietnamese

Lives in Hanoi

Speaks English, German, Vietnamese,

Registration: 07 February 2012

rojamin
rojamin replied to a thread
12 years ago
rojamin

Hey guys, I would love to hear how she (your friend) applied for a japanese company here (source, info, recruitment requirements etc. One of our staffs just got a job in a japanese company and she quitted. Her advantage: she's fluent in both ... Read More

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12 years ago
Hisdudeness

Football Team by Hisdudeness

Looking to join a football team in Saigon. Not looking for anything too competitive, just something for fun. Basically a load of fat blokes running around would suit! Any info appreciated!

rojamin

Tuesday and Friday night... sounds good, will try to join u guys sometime Read More

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12 years ago
iamchris

casual football by iamchris

Hi I have just arrived in HCMC and am staying for a few months. At the moment I'm in a hostel just off bui vien in district 1. What I really want to do is find somewhere where people play football regularly, maybe a local park that will have games ...

rojamin

still playing football? Now you've got A TEAM??? since I had to work i play less and less, where u guys playin these days? dont tell me in the park near Bui Vien :)) Read More

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12 years ago
dolce_vita

Anyone like swimming? by dolce_vita

Hello, I like swimming a lot. I want to swim more often in summer. The problem is that none of my friends can swim. Everytime i invite them to go with me, they just stand there in the pool. And i have to stand there with them most of the time. Is ...

rojamin

nice topic, i was also marking a swimming topic when I arrived saigon last year, asking for good swimming pools with nice view and reasonable price. How about a list of suggestions? Read More

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12 years ago
darago01

Study Japanese? by darago01

Hello all, I met someone recently who would like to study Japanese. Does anyone know of someone who could give private lessons? I browsed real quick in the classified section, but it's mainly for learning English :/ Any suggestions would be ...

rojamin

nope but there 're bunches of japanese somewhere in the "Pho Tay" streets like Cong Quynh, Pham Ngu Lao. Probably you should send a direct proposal if you'd meet one hahaha~ I heard from a male japanese that there should be bars or discotheques ... Read More

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13 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - 1st anniversary - Friday, July 12, 2013 by bechum

To all members who did follow Weekly meet up last year, Hey all, this is Chum, I am back :D Just realize that the 1st meet up that I organized last year was on Thursday, July 12, 2012. Plus last few days I got sms from Scott (who did join with us ...

rojamin

Nice to see u guys again, please keep me update and bechum, my new nr. 091919 4878. Read More

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13 years ago
rojamin

a warm welcome to all hanoians moving to HCMC. Please keep urselves up-to-date to our weekly meetups on thursdays thread so that we could see each other and exchange experience about assimilating and intergrating to this city :) Regards. P/S: im ... Read More

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14 years ago
ktnguyen

Sports League by ktnguyen

Hello anyone interested in creating or joining some type of sport league. Although not very good, i can bowl(ok), pool(decent), vball(ok), darts(never played serious), tennis(i suck), any other sports i'm willing to try. soccer (worst then ...

rojamin

any updates on this topic ktnguyen? Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
bechum

Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum

Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...

rojamin

claim a slot for me and maybe some companies :D hope to see everyone soon! Read More

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14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

oh tomorrow at 1-3 again T_T same time same place? Shite what a pity I might skip this one as well, have to visit a relative with my mom :( Anyways, have a great time teaching and a nice weekend to you and the class! Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
Canuck Chucker

Howdy. Just want to introduce myself by Canuck Chucker

Hello everyone I just wanted to introduce myself to the group and say Hi. I'm from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I like good BBQ, Anything to with Computers and Graphic Design, and I play Darts with a local team in the Saigon International Darts ...

rojamin

welcome to the blog! https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=182845 Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
ktnguyen

Sports League by ktnguyen

Hello anyone interested in creating or joining some type of sport league. Although not very good, i can bowl(ok), pool(decent), vball(ok), darts(never played serious), tennis(i suck), any other sports i'm willing to try. soccer (worst then ...

rojamin

I'm up for SOCCER, sepak tak raw, badminton, table soccer and swimming. But I'm ok to try more things. Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

long for short, when is the next class dear TeacherMark? English for Presentation sounds great, I appreciate your workshop course as well as your dedication!!! Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
moonhjang

Expat blog Saturday night dinner + drinking afterward (August 11th) by moonhjang

Hello everyone, So I am going to be in Vietnam again this summer. Unfortunately this time I won't get to stay in Hanoi for long (only 2 days o_O) since we have plan to go to Hoi An for the most part of my time there. I want to, however, have a fun ...

rojamin

thanks for inviting me to the venue, unfortunately I'm currently living in HCMC. Hope that you guys enjoy yourselves and have great time there. Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
andy_k

is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k

Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...

rojamin

in deed, students' accommodation is the cheapest place for students to hire monthly. Please show me any sites/ accommodation for rent in west germany that costs under 250 Euro/month (and suits the 1:30 rate)!? Jaitch wrote he hires a place (value = ... Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
andy_k

is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k

Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...

rojamin

Studentenwerk Frankfurt am Main Ludwig-Landmann-Straße 343, 60487 Frankfurt am MAin a year ago raised monthy rental price for single room to 200 Euro/month. Friedrich-Dessauer-Haus Friedrich-Wilhelm-von-Steuben-Straße 90 60488 Frankfurt am ... Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
andy_k

is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k

Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...

rojamin

Ask that the landlord, who did it rent to you. I personally do not consider 12 sqm rentable, neither I find 250Euro for 12 sqm a "normal rental price".single domitory rooms in west germany are 12qm big. you could also get a 16qm room or an ... Read More

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14 years ago
Aescleah

Hello from Canada by Aescleah

Hi, I'm Ash. I'm going to be working at AIS HCMC for the next 2 years. I'm still in Canada for another 2 weeks but I can't wait to get to HCMC and see what it has to offer. This won't be my first overseas job, I'm coming off 3 years at AIS Kuwait ...

rojamin

@ naunet & Aescleah: welcome to vietnam, i just want to drop a quick note, we have weekly meetups, commonly on thursdays but this time on saturday, check it out: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=182845 Cheers. Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
Brandypup

Offering pet boarding service by Brandypup

Hi, I am currently living in a house in district 2 and although I have only moved here for a month I notice that there are not many pet service available here. I am not working at the moment so I have decided to offer pet boarding service here in ...

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Congrats to the success so far. However, customers details - even if "only" dogs photo's, I would not publishNoted :)In fact, you should post more pictures of the dogs you're taking care of to improve your liability, but with the allowance of the ... Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
tony_traveler

Find.. FRiend :) by tony_traveler

[large][/large] Good Friends are hard to find Harder to leave Im[small][/small]possible to forget :) Seven rules to be happy Never hate Don't worry Live simple Expect a little Give a lot Always smile Have a friend like me :) I am looking to ...

rojamin

thanks, to know me and other members of this forum, check our meetup plan out: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=182845 have fun :) Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
andy_k

is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k

Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...

rojamin

I would agree with you about the [crazy real-estate-price/ autos/ western world's-living-standards - formal average income rate]. In the Northeast, the U.S. Census Bureau's 2010 report on U.S. poverty and income notes that the average annual salary ... Read More

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14 years ago
andy_k

is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k

Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...

rojamin

Very few properties, I have seen, do reflect a normal rental price (1:30, about western world standard). Here in Vietnam it is quite commonly 1:7, if you are lucky, 1:9. * 1:7 = If you rent 7 years, you pay the full property price, within 7 ... Read More

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14 years ago
bechum

Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 02 & Saturday, August 04 by bechum

Dear all, Here are preliminary plans of this meet-up on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. Please share your ideas for final decision as well. - Part 1: (19:00-21:00) Gathering at coffee shop for making new friends, exchange languages & culture, have ...

rojamin

what the heck XD 2 Florians and B. are down.... :dumbom: I hope I could join you guys this weekend, I'll try my best :) Read More

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14 years ago
tony_traveler

Find.. FRiend :) by tony_traveler

[large][/large] Good Friends are hard to find Harder to leave Im[small][/small]possible to forget :) Seven rules to be happy Never hate Don't worry Live simple Expect a little Give a lot Always smile Have a friend like me :) I am looking to ...

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Hello :)I think your cute avatar had already said hello before you did it Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
Janet53

support support by Janet53

hi there!! im 25 years old,im living in hcm city,if you intend to live or work abroad but you want to moving ur personal along. truely,maybe i can guide. plz do not hesitate to indicate. i can help sincere..

rojamin

great, I'll come back to you if I intend to move to another country again, who knows :) thanks in advance ;) Read More

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14 years ago
rose89

New to HCMC. by rose89

Hello guys, I'm Hanoian and just moved to HCMC due to my job. It would be nice to catch up with some people here to grab a coffee/chat or something like that. If you are interested, send me a message please!

rojamin

It nice to meet you. Im Thanh and if you want to contact me , pls don't hesitate to contact me My yh: thanhlovely3189this thread is too old Thanh, this user has no more activities on the expat-blog. Read More

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14 years ago
David2882

Billiards in Saigon? by David2882

Was wondering if there was anywhwere that foreigners got together to play some pool in HCMC?? Or is there anyone on here that would like to get together to play some 8ball?? I am not that great of a player but would like to get together and play ...

rojamin

@laidbackfreak: No, fortunately in Saigon :) Read More

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14 years ago
David2882

Billiards in Saigon? by David2882

Was wondering if there was anywhwere that foreigners got together to play some pool in HCMC?? Or is there anyone on here that would like to get together to play some 8ball?? I am not that great of a player but would like to get together and play ...

rojamin

are you at professional stage? I think I can introduce you to some players Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
Janet53

support support by Janet53

hi there!! im 25 years old,im living in hcm city,if you intend to live or work abroad but you want to moving ur personal along. truely,maybe i can guide. plz do not hesitate to indicate. i can help sincere..

rojamin

hi there!! but you want to moving ur personal along. truely,maybe i can guide. plz do not hesitate to indicateAmberlulu sis, I assume you're very experienced and talented in reading these, please rephrase me what it's supposed to be xD did she ... Read More

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14 years ago
Janet53

any body there? im newbie !!! by Janet53

hi all!!! im 23y and live in hcm vietnam now. nice to meet you all i'd like to share experienes about work and life come and make it openly guys..luv

rojamin

come to our expat-blog weekly meetups, there are locals and expats who will friendly share their experience and knowledge to you from different angles. Have a good time staying here. Cheers. Read More

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14 years ago
ddn_ro

Vietnamese Citizenship for foreigners by ddn_ro

Is there anyone who can advise me on how to obtain the Vietnamese citizenship for my daughter? My daughter is Romanian and her mother is Vietnamese. She is 5 years old and she has been living in Vietnam since she was 6 months old. I highly ...

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Amberlulu is a very typical woman :'D she seeks out chances of bickering whenever she feels like to or has nothing to do :D don't be offended I'm one of the kind, once i think i know a person a bit. Let me make a guess sis, I think you're a very ... Read More

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14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

It was just a little humor aimed at my buddy Rojaminoh indeed ironic, so when you mention me in speeches with others you are able to type my name correctly, how flattered :cool: It was always Romajin, Rohamin or whatever :|:(:mad::rolleyes: Read More

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14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

@Rojamin: Busted!!!! :lol: I think Rojamin's true intention is just to score a date with one of your students.:dumbom:I thought after disclosing my inefficiency in english (assumed as 5.0 IELTS) you would be happy seeing me go to his class to ... Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
sghsaigon

How to find workers in Vietnam ... by sghsaigon

Im looking for staff in a bar/cafe What is the best way to find staff with good english? Is it best to advertise on the Internet, newspaper, advertise at a university, go to a job agency, or go directly to the Mekong lol Steven

rojamin

i just know a little English. how can i apply for this job ;)You can help him improve the sexiness of his bar, so put st sexy on to the interview ;) P/S: i was just kidding, you know, the address is 90 Bui Vien, D.1, how about coming directly to ... Read More

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14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

I'm sorry TeacherMark, we managed to come and I trusted my teenage cousin's sense of orientation. But she confused me a long while as we were just driving around in circle (" -.-) then we didn't want to come in half an hour late so we ended up by ... Read More

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14 years ago
dinhHien2006

need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006

I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...

rojamin

Hello, I was not a good english speaker before but reading english books and watching english movies helped me a lot to improve. Aside from you're learning you'll also enjoy. Try it. It works. :Din deed, or come to our weekly meetups, or the ... Read More

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14 years ago
usalax98

Lacrosse Players Needed by usalax98

I will shortly be relocating to Ho Chi Minh City. I have been involved in the development of lacrosse for many years, serving on the Board of Directors of US Lacrosse, Chair of the US Mens International Teams, and serving on the Board of the ...

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would also like to experience something new, especially sport :) please do inform me also: **** Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Thursday, July 19, 2012 by bechum

Dear all, I create new topic for visibility, here is preliminary plan for this meet-up: [b]- Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012[/b] [b]- Time: 7:00pm[/b] [b]- Venue: Clichee cafe[/b] (#20 Tran Cao Van street, district 1 - go thru the ...

rojamin

let's go to Vung Tau :) I still have a week free yaaay Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
EmilyClaire

Ho Chi Minh City Housing Tips by EmilyClaire

Hey everyone! I'm a 22 year old American girl who's moving to HMC in September for a year long internship. I was hoping you guys might be able to give me some good tips on where to find relatively low-cost housing in a good neighborhood. I love ...

rojamin

I think you should go to some street bar/stall in Bui Vien street in District 1. You'll find expat fellows everywhere and you'll learn everything from there soon enough. Read More

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14 years ago
tony_traveler

Find.. FRiend :) by tony_traveler

[large][/large] Good Friends are hard to find Harder to leave Im[small][/small]possible to forget :) Seven rules to be happy Never hate Don't worry Live simple Expect a little Give a lot Always smile Have a friend like me :) I am looking to ...

rojamin

they say almost nothing specific by 1. but 2. looks good. Try 2. first, if it's convenient try both :) didn't you even take a look at the ads? Read More

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14 years ago
tony_traveler

Find.. FRiend :) by tony_traveler

[large][/large] Good Friends are hard to find Harder to leave Im[small][/small]possible to forget :) Seven rules to be happy Never hate Don't worry Live simple Expect a little Give a lot Always smile Have a friend like me :) I am looking to ...

rojamin

Buffet on a ship on sunday only for 190k / person ? You should grab it without any hesitation mate! Read More

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14 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Thursday, July 19, 2012 by bechum

Dear all, I create new topic for visibility, here is preliminary plan for this meet-up: [b]- Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012[/b] [b]- Time: 7:00pm[/b] [b]- Venue: Clichee cafe[/b] (#20 Tran Cao Van street, district 1 - go thru the ...

rojamin

is it just me or Natalie's reservation post on here is not there? :rolleyes: Read More

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14 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Thursday, July 19, 2012 by bechum

Dear all, I create new topic for visibility, here is preliminary plan for this meet-up: [b]- Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012[/b] [b]- Time: 7:00pm[/b] [b]- Venue: Clichee cafe[/b] (#20 Tran Cao Van street, district 1 - go thru the ...

rojamin

yes, I thought he meant the plural in german it's like chick with -en ending instead of chicks, you seem to understand men very well my petite Barrel ;) Read More

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14 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Thursday, July 19, 2012 by bechum

Dear all, I create new topic for visibility, here is preliminary plan for this meet-up: [b]- Date: Thursday, July 19, 2012[/b] [b]- Time: 7:00pm[/b] [b]- Venue: Clichee cafe[/b] (#20 Tran Cao Van street, district 1 - go thru the ...

rojamin

bechum, count me in with Tra Linh, and maybe some girl of the years 85, 88, 91, 95 of your choice ;) Read More

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14 years ago
sevencoloriris

Let's chat about where to have fun??? by sevencoloriris

Seriously, where in this city can I have fun? Feeling so bored with having too much free time here... Anybody recommend? Where are you usually out and about? The heat in daytime is not really something comfortable... (>__

rojamin

Come hcmc, lots of funs ;)I am in HCMC. But maybe I need to learn your fun :rolleyes: Mine failed :/ btw, are you related to bechum? Mine says: " replace the "girls" part, dumb ass...(>_ Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
sevencoloriris

Let's chat about where to have fun??? by sevencoloriris

Seriously, where in this city can I have fun? Feeling so bored with having too much free time here... Anybody recommend? Where are you usually out and about? The heat in daytime is not really something comfortable... (>__

rojamin

My dictionary? It says: girls. You wanna find them? Read More

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rojamin replied to a thread
14 years ago
Aescleah

Hello from Canada by Aescleah

Hi, I'm Ash. I'm going to be working at AIS HCMC for the next 2 years. I'm still in Canada for another 2 weeks but I can't wait to get to HCMC and see what it has to offer. This won't be my first overseas job, I'm coming off 3 years at AIS Kuwait ...

rojamin

Kidding aside, I think it would be a FUN idea for the folks that VOLUNTARILY CHOSE to have an avatar to share a little bit of why they chose their pic.... perhaps better explain what image or message/meaning they want other readers to know about ... Read More

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14 years ago
rojamin

hi hi hiwhat kind of message is it supposed to deliver :/ Read More

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14 years ago
Aescleah

Hello from Canada by Aescleah

Hi, I'm Ash. I'm going to be working at AIS HCMC for the next 2 years. I'm still in Canada for another 2 weeks but I can't wait to get to HCMC and see what it has to offer. This won't be my first overseas job, I'm coming off 3 years at AIS Kuwait ...

rojamin

...so I know financial gain is certainly not the only motive.yes, experience little sweet immorality :D kidding Read More

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14 years ago
Aescleah

Hello from Canada by Aescleah

Hi, I'm Ash. I'm going to be working at AIS HCMC for the next 2 years. I'm still in Canada for another 2 weeks but I can't wait to get to HCMC and see what it has to offer. This won't be my first overseas job, I'm coming off 3 years at AIS Kuwait ...

rojamin

There are some very cool people on here; and I am the coolest of them all. :proudAgree :D he's becoming cold xD Read More

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14 years ago

Looking for drums teacher

I also wanted to learn to be drummer or DJ, but I never had time for everything Read More

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14 years ago
rojamin

looking for accommodation by rojamin

Once again: Thanks Jaitch But I've been told to look for an agent? Cause all the offers on the internet have prices on the cloud. Where can I find such agents? I need to find a room or an appartment in Tan Binh District, where the airport is, I'm ...

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thanks guys for your suggestions, I will try it out. @ Haley Huynh: Thanks, I'll contact you for the room as soon as I move out. Read More

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14 years ago
Phungtn

Looking for a Golden Retriever or a Husky puppy in saigon by Phungtn

Hi all, I am looking for a Golden Retriever or a Husky puppy in saigon from a reliable source. I know expats are better pet lovers than Vietnamese people. Hope you all can help me. Appreciated.

rojamin

I know expats are better pet lovers than Vietnamese people.That basically is a wrong statement. Pls check some viet pets forums and rephrase your statement. If not, you're just another ignorant non-pet lover. Read More

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14 years ago
FreddyWilson5687

Vietnamese Rosetta Stone by FreddyWilson5687

I'm living in Ho Chi Minh City. I'm contemplating investing in the Rosetta Stone. I was curious if anyone had any opinion on the matter. From the reviews I read, it seems that it focuses on a northern dialect which might be a problem living in the ...

rojamin

The last 3 cmmt are informative and correct. And where does the Accent of Nghe An, Ha Tinh belong to? Geographically to Central Vietnam? I always failed miserably in understanding those. Read More

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14 years ago
Gheri

Why can't I access only to Facebook and wordpress? by Gheri

Hi everyone, I don't understand why my internet is great except for Facebook and wordpress...any ideas? Thanks a lot, Gheri

rojamin

Actually Google DNS is the best way to access blocked I.P.s from vietnam. Don't use softwares like Ultrasurf, HotSpotshields, etc. etc. those will slow your computer down, cause some trouble to the typing and unleash malwares, spywares which your ... Read More

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14 years ago
sghsaigon

How to find workers in Vietnam ... by sghsaigon

Im looking for staff in a bar/cafe What is the best way to find staff with good english? Is it best to advertise on the Internet, newspaper, advertise at a university, go to a job agency, or go directly to the Mekong lol Steven

rojamin

Romajin,I've read some of your writings and I score you at a IELTS 5.0 at best. Some of the stuff you've written in the past have had grammatical mistakes, windy and difficult to understand. Just a litle constructive criticism....Regards, Meand now ... Read More

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14 years ago
FreddyWilson5687

Vietnamese Rosetta Stone by FreddyWilson5687

I'm living in Ho Chi Minh City. I'm contemplating investing in the Rosetta Stone. I was curious if anyone had any opinion on the matter. From the reviews I read, it seems that it focuses on a northern dialect which might be a problem living in the ...

rojamin

Romajin, it's difficult to believe you can be a "neutral third person" considering the fact that your profile says that your are from Hanoi lol.You need to type the name right, sis. More than 3 times is not a coincidence anymore :) It's as much ... Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

@ summerdays: with or without bechum, I think we're grown up enough to organise something on our own, ain't we? so are you guys coming or what? let's say 10am Sunday Read More

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14 years ago

Célébrations du Jour de la Bastille à Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam?

anyarena.com hcmc-by-night.com eatingsaigon.com partyinsaigon.com Read More

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14 years ago
sghsaigon

How to find workers in Vietnam ... by sghsaigon

Im looking for staff in a bar/cafe What is the best way to find staff with good english? Is it best to advertise on the Internet, newspaper, advertise at a university, go to a job agency, or go directly to the Mekong lol Steven

rojamin

Most will say: CSU is what? Besides, who cares where you have learned Vietnamese if your Vietnamese is still not understandable?Agree, but I would assume for non-native-speakers, anyone scores 8.0 and above in an IELTS must be an advanced english ... Read More

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14 years ago
diepbang

Would U Guys Go Swim With Me ?? by diepbang

Tuesday I Off at School So I Want to go swimming . but if i go alone it's boring . i already told my friends but they all run always from this cause they scared water ... so .. some guys here who off at tuesday and come with me ? and i'll very glad ...

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I just hope that you don't have any tattoo on your body because, if you do, instead of worrying about the water, these kids will worry about you. :lol:LOL haha interesting, but Mark don't worry small children can't tell the difference and older ... Read More

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14 years ago
FreddyWilson5687

Vietnamese Rosetta Stone by FreddyWilson5687

I'm living in Ho Chi Minh City. I'm contemplating investing in the Rosetta Stone. I was curious if anyone had any opinion on the matter. From the reviews I read, it seems that it focuses on a northern dialect which might be a problem living in the ...

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but the south Vietnamese accent is more preferred.I disagree that part. From a neutral third person view, you can't tell a language - which is considered as the first standard of the country, taught at schools, and is delivered/broadcasted on most ... Read More

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14 years ago
Eliza Bell

SHORT BREAK by Eliza Bell

Hello everyone, I'm gonna have a break in 2 or 3 days, I wanna away from the city in a while and visit some where naturally interesting Could you please suggest any places for a short term holiday like this? Is there any place which is similar to ...

rojamin

last week they had finished Can Gio trip , it looks okay ....( i hadn't joined because that day my nephew had attend his important internal exam)^_~the reason why you didn't take part in the trip would be very confusing for foreigners to comprehend Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

somehow many ppl whom I expected to come didn't show up Natalie (Trang) looked like jjk.nguyen (Linh), that confused me a long while Read More

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14 years ago
sghsaigon

Protein and Bodybuilding Supplements by sghsaigon

Where is the best place to buy Protein bars, Protein powder and supplements for Bodybuilding ?? Steven

rojamin

Hi Steve I'm Independent Distributor of Herblife, so I can supply Protein powder and nutrion for bodybuilding. ^_^ Kim NganNgan, I didn't notice you were at the meetup lastnight? Steven needs specific intensive weight-gain powder, I don't think ... Read More

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14 years ago
sghsaigon

How to find workers in Vietnam ... by sghsaigon

Im looking for staff in a bar/cafe What is the best way to find staff with good english? Is it best to advertise on the Internet, newspaper, advertise at a university, go to a job agency, or go directly to the Mekong lol Steven

rojamin

I have 2 year manage coffe shop, can you give me your email, phone... i can doing that.IELTS 3.0 due to unei_nguyen's corresponding scale Read More

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14 years ago
Nhung11281

Any second-hand fair around? by Nhung11281

Dear members, I wonder if there is any second-hand fair ever hosted in HCMC? For those who no longer wish to keep their stuff and want to give them to other care-takers or even for a trade :-) And..... for those who often go ...

rojamin

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14 years ago
cheeha

Vietnamese Movies by cheeha

Can anyone recommend good quality vietnamese movies or tv series that I could get my hands on with english subtitles. I would like to watch (and hopefully enjoy) to improve my vietnamese language listening skills.

rojamin

You would know if you want to buy those in Hanoi! Try look for them in the mall, electronic and audio market :) And you rarely get discount for genuine BluRay disc here. Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

Ah ha, noted that u luv me already, that's why u keep attacking me :lol: P.S. Sorry for my mistake, I used cellfone for updating this topic today P.S. 2. OMG it's rain >_ Read More

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14 years ago
baophuong

what is the real love??? by baophuong

what is the real love????? maybe no have in real life

rojamin

LOL and how 'young' are you? Apparently as males we, too, have things to be worried about rather than get married and settle life down that way (perhaps only the dependent desperate onces do). Unlike your imagination as from conservative oldschool ... Read More

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14 years ago
Brandypup

Offering pet boarding service by Brandypup

Hi, I am currently living in a house in district 2 and although I have only moved here for a month I notice that there are not many pet service available here. I am not working at the moment so I have decided to offer pet boarding service here in ...

rojamin

cool, and your contact number is? Read More

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14 years ago
maximus0760

are you having internet problems? by maximus0760

Hello, I am experiencing internet connection problems, which have been going on for almost a week. Several websites are unavailable, and I cannot open my email on hotmail.com Is anybody experiencing the same? Thanks in advance for any reply.

rojamin

and what internet speed is delivered to you there? How many ppl are sharing that package with eachother? on the other hand I don't hear Flo-vn complain. I have never had that expensive package but it'd be really sad if there still something to ... Read More

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14 years ago
cheeha

Vietnamese Movies by cheeha

Can anyone recommend good quality vietnamese movies or tv series that I could get my hands on with english subtitles. I would like to watch (and hopefully enjoy) to improve my vietnamese language listening skills.

rojamin

No, don't waste your precious 90-min-time of your life watching the movie, and no movies of the copycat Victor Vu. Do listen to the recommendations of sercret: "Bẫy rồng" (Clash) "Dòng máu anh hùng" (The Rebel) I hope ... Read More

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14 years ago
cheeha

Vietnamese Movies by cheeha

Can anyone recommend good quality vietnamese movies or tv series that I could get my hands on with english subtitles. I would like to watch (and hopefully enjoy) to improve my vietnamese language listening skills.

rojamin

is it me or my ugly taste but I don't find 'De Mai Tinh' funny? The movie overall is to me aweful, poor dialogue, poor acting, poor storylines. The main character has an aweful personality. The story strays way too far from reality. And I hate the ... Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

shite no, you'll ruin the venue if every single one is coming. Somebody's gonna sit on the floor, especially someone fat like bechum (bé chum = petite barrel/jar) :| there'll be a late rush hour, because bechum'll need more space. :D that explains ... Read More

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14 years ago
baophuong

what is the real love??? by baophuong

what is the real love????? maybe no have in real life

rojamin

let me look it up in the dictionary.... moment.... ... .... NOPE... NO REAL LOVE :)There is no real love in Rojamin's dictionary :idontagree: .........lol..........I actually looked it up in a common dictionary :D well in case in my dictionary, it' ... Read More

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14 years ago
maximus0760

are you having internet problems? by maximus0760

Hello, I am experiencing internet connection problems, which have been going on for almost a week. Several websites are unavailable, and I cannot open my email on hotmail.com Is anybody experiencing the same? Thanks in advance for any reply.

rojamin

when I call tech support they (of course) have no idea what I'm talking about.ofcourse they have no idea what you're talking about, because they're told/required to do so. That's how they manage to run all services to millions of mobile internet ... Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

.... I think u will come no matter what happens because too many beautiful girls will join, rite :lol:Who? That means you are bringing them as the compensation for the loss of my favourite team? (LOL kidding) one small request, I'm not fond of nr. ... Read More

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14 years ago
leoibh0602

listen to LIVE VN music in HCM by leoibh0602

Recently, I visited HCM. Someone brought me to this nice and big lounge, with LIVE stage and LIVE VN songs singing. I enjoyed the music and the ambience very much. But I don't not know the name of this place and lounge. I understand that the place ...

rojamin

Let’s be honest, they are no better then any other FILIOPHINO band in Saigon.Let's be honest Steven, the young lady would find herself now very flattered thanks to your discovery over a new folk. Haha you're very persuasive but in public women are ... Read More

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14 years ago
Christine

Pregnancy in Ho Chi Minh City by Christine

Hi, could you please share advice and tips about pregnancy in Ho Chi Minh City? Who are the best gynecologists for pregnancy follow-ups? Which hospitals or clinics would you recommend to give birth in Ho Chi Minh City? Thanks a lot in ...

rojamin

exactly the VINMEC of the Vingroup (Vincom and Vinpearl's owner). Expensive but qualitative! http://vinmec.com/ Read More

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14 years ago
Nhung11281

Donating by Nhung11281

Dear all, I am collecting children clothes to send to orphanages in the central highland. If you have clothes that still in good condition, or even can join me to help those poor orphans, pls leave an e-mail. You can visit my Facebook at ...

rojamin

I find your idea cool. It's a pity I just moved to Saigon and don't bring much stuffs with me, but I'll ask around (my relatives here) and I'll contact you back. Keep up the good work! And do tell me if I could be anything of further help, like ... Read More

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14 years ago
bdeveron

Writing for help and ideas. by bdeveron

Hello everyone ! I'm [b]Bastien[/b], I am french and 24. I would like to get some advices and ideas to get easily a job in Saigon in Vietnam. I would like to teach there. My girlfriend is there. You can understand me. :) well any ideas or help, ...

rojamin

LOL actually I was messing up with you. But since you're very honest I might think I was exaggerating. Well may I ask what your qualifications are and what your major in the university was? In what fields/departments of international business ... Read More

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14 years ago
leoibh0602

listen to LIVE VN music in HCM by leoibh0602

Recently, I visited HCM. Someone brought me to this nice and big lounge, with LIVE stage and LIVE VN songs singing. I enjoyed the music and the ambience very much. But I don't not know the name of this place and lounge. I understand that the place ...

rojamin

haha, diversity = interesting, monotone = boring, one band gigs =/= concerts. But most of the ppl want to have girlfriends/ boyfriends who can do everything well rather than many partners who excel in their favourite ;D kidding. Well sry for teasing ... Read More

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14 years ago
baophuong

what is the real love??? by baophuong

what is the real love????? maybe no have in real life

rojamin

let me look it up in the dictionary.... moment.... ... .... NOPE... NO REAL LOVE :) Read More

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14 years ago
kevhost

Free Tour guide in Ho Chi Minh city by kevhost

We are English speaking volunteers. We are ready to help any travelers come to Vietnam. We just hope to make them safe and happy during their stay. That is reason we ready offer FREE guiders, exactly is travel volunteers. We knew a lot of obstacles ...

rojamin

Surely they will not believe our traffic jam here and they need our help. I always follow you. :)Surely we will believe in your promising idea and we need your help. After giving you my infos 3 times I do not received any kinds of contact from your ... Read More

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14 years ago
tony_traveler

Find.. FRiend :) by tony_traveler

[large][/large] Good Friends are hard to find Harder to leave Im[small][/small]possible to forget :) Seven rules to be happy Never hate Don't worry Live simple Expect a little Give a lot Always smile Have a friend like me :) I am looking to ...

rojamin

I was there watching the finale only. I don't know if you were too on that day. I'm fully satisfied with Italy's triumph in 2006 in Germany. I was there seeing Italy being crowned Champion! :) Read More

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14 years ago
maximus0760

are you having internet problems? by maximus0760

Hello, I am experiencing internet connection problems, which have been going on for almost a week. Several websites are unavailable, and I cannot open my email on hotmail.com Is anybody experiencing the same? Thanks in advance for any reply.

rojamin

Being now almost 5 years here - NONE serious ones. The speed is frequently poor - and commonly related to damaged oversee cables. Otherwise or a single site for some time not avail. here.poor payment, poor connection, poor service! How much do you ... Read More

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14 years ago
bdeveron

Writing for help and ideas. by bdeveron

Hello everyone ! I'm [b]Bastien[/b], I am french and 24. I would like to get some advices and ideas to get easily a job in Saigon in Vietnam. I would like to teach there. My girlfriend is there. You can understand me. :) well any ideas or help, ...

rojamin

I would like to teach there. My girlfriend is there. You can understand me. :)Yes. I understands you; Comment ça va; bro?; want you teach vietnamien? your girlfriend beautifull there. You gets easily job in saigon, vietnam as waiter cafe. 3 mio ... Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

I am in. How to confirm that I join, any advance payment or any fee to be paid to register ?are you seriously joking? @ bechum: thanks for missing me on purpose :D i'll terrorise your phone :) anyways, we need to do a raincheck. It rains in SG ... Read More

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14 years ago
leoibh0602

listen to LIVE VN music in HCM by leoibh0602

Recently, I visited HCM. Someone brought me to this nice and big lounge, with LIVE stage and LIVE VN songs singing. I enjoyed the music and the ambience very much. But I don't not know the name of this place and lounge. I understand that the place ...

rojamin

..Is that singing? or reading? is that professional? the soundsystem wasn't that good. that's why the police always come there to end the music early.:| LOL I don't think the Cong An's here have that sophisticated taste for music. They sniff after ... Read More

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14 years ago
bryanlam

Dacshund in HCMC by bryanlam

Where can I buy dacshund in Hcmc?

rojamin

I'm in Saigon, I come from Hanoi, it's clearly displayed in my path :) Read More

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14 years ago
florian22

Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22

hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...

rojamin

cut off the formality guys, simply come to the meetup. The more the merrier! @jjk.Nguyen: yes, you need to bring yourself, and maybe a bit money enough to buy yourself a drink and a meal :) and 5000 for motorbike parking service ;D Read More

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14 years ago
bryanlam

Dacshund in HCMC by bryanlam

Where can I buy dacshund in Hcmc?

rojamin

thanks, I want to buy a husky or a great dane. Or a long fured-english cat. Do you know where garantied to look for them as well, pls not an unidentified mixed one? Thanks in advance! Read More

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14 years ago
Wild_1

Beware of the Snake Oil Salesman, guys!!! by Wild_1

Hello guys, When I was back in the States, I used to get great kicks out of watching the US Food and Drug Admistration bust con artists for scamming consumers with their miracle cures. God! The length that those Snake Oil Salesmen went through to ...

rojamin

sorry for the impulsive reactions, it probably because I read and heard about such too much these days and I don't know you guys personally, therefore no good gripe of the sources of the articles and the purpose given above. Read More

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14 years ago

Trip to Cambodia 4 days 3 nights

I'd love to but atm I can't manage that much time to go travel. But contact me if you wanna hang out for eating out or coffee Read More

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14 years ago
Wild_1

Beware of the Snake Oil Salesman, guys!!! by Wild_1

Hello guys, When I was back in the States, I used to get great kicks out of watching the US Food and Drug Admistration bust con artists for scamming consumers with their miracle cures. God! The length that those Snake Oil Salesmen went through to ...

rojamin

is it me or are you 2 Jaitch and Wild_1 the same person? you're throwing up topics and juggling with yourselves we're all aware of that, but where in this world is all the food completely under control? Not in china, not in USA, where the FDA could ... Read More