MIA2013
American looking for information about Vietnam
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Lives in Florida
Speaks English, Spanish, learning Vietnamese
Registration: 20 June 2013
The funny members, where are you now? by ngattt
Just felt boring these days. After working so hard, came here and there were noone to discuss/argue with :sosad:
:lol: I don't like that joke, maybe if she is like me....she returns home with cleaver! :lol: Read More
The funny members, where are you now? by ngattt
Just felt boring these days. After working so hard, came here and there were noone to discuss/argue with :sosad:
:lol: I got that one. Read More
"i need money for my family"to the western man confused about vnese gf by Ngocanhkdqt
I was reading some threads about love between Vietnamese women and Western man. One from a girl who expressed the embarrassing about some dirty vnese women, in her thread she wrote: "There are many reasons for Vietnamese woman to cheat ...
@NHI Yes, couples that come from different backgrounds and cultures can and often do present challenges to the relationship. I have a very good friend who is about 35 yrs and is still not married. It's by choice....because she is a very ... Read More
"i need money for my family"to the western man confused about vnese gf by Ngocanhkdqt
I was reading some threads about love between Vietnamese women and Western man. One from a girl who expressed the embarrassing about some dirty vnese women, in her thread she wrote: "There are many reasons for Vietnamese woman to cheat ...
There are 3 kinds of women in this world: 1. Pay first 2. Pay after marriage 3. Doesnt care about money. This group is quite rare. About 5%.I fall into category # 2. :lol: Read More
Hospital's Hygiene in Hanoi by ytjnm234
I have just visited local hospital. It's said that when u want to know the real culture/habit of one country, u should try their street foods, visit their local markets, and most of all, see their toilets condition. U could build the ...
Yeah, I visited an VN uncle in a general hospital in TPHCMC. The bathrooms stank a mile away. I learn quickly to hold whatever I had to until I got to Diamond Plaza where I sought relief on the first floor w/c. I didn't want to risk getting some ... Read More
Air travel from Vietnam by 1stewart
My girlfriend wants to visit me here in Florida. She has her passport and the travel company in Vietnam wants her to fly to Japan first, but the travel company wants her to stay 5 days and she only wants to stay 2 days. The travel agency wants 1,650 ...
LOL, I like your optimism but if that was the case, he would of done that already. :D I live here in Miami and I can assure you NO beautiful 18 yr. will marry him. A lot of the women here are very materialistic, not all but most. LOL. His age and ... Read More
Taking live chicken to their kitchen?! :o by hs0zfe
There are cages full of chicken by the side of the road. I was wondering if they slaughter them there and then - or let the buyer take them alive? In India, it was the former, here it's the latter? Who would want the blood and mess in their ...
And in other countries they use them for sacrificing rituals. :D Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
Some people live in denial. Others live in reality. Once a sucker always a sucker. :huh: Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
I just wanted to point out that western men seeking an asian woman should realize that women seeking security exist in all countries. I find it interesting how so many talk about this topic as if it is an asian issue. My parents were no different ... Read More
Looking for foreigners in Vietnam by Ryan0210
Dear Guys, My name is Ryan. I used to live in London, Uk and now iam living in Hanoi. I could speak English very well and Now i works at MOF. I would like to make friend from all over the world and I could support for you any problems living in ...
Suicide cock?haha, the "L" occasionally takes a holiday on my keyboard, ( bloody neighbours kid, banging on it , the other day ) I had to go to work and didn't have time to check it.Sure you did. :lol: Read More
Classic opinion from Thanh Nien News site by jimbream
I know this is usually Jaitch's forte when it comes to finding and sharing information from websites concerning Vietnam topics. However this time I'm going to jump straight in on this. Take a read of ...
I dunno, I have never been to a VN beer club. I usually just go to a nice restaurant and order beer with my meals. Maybe it is a good idea to get drunks off the streets from puking and pissing everywhere. You know urine is stinky and nasty. It's ... Read More
Air travel from Vietnam by 1stewart
My girlfriend wants to visit me here in Florida. She has her passport and the travel company in Vietnam wants her to fly to Japan first, but the travel company wants her to stay 5 days and she only wants to stay 2 days. The travel agency wants 1,650 ...
I don't know why your beautiful GF didn't get married with any men during past 10 years after she divorced. At that time, she was just 20 years old, it's very easy to get married again because she is beautiful woman! And now, she is 30 ... Read More
Air travel from Vietnam by 1stewart
My girlfriend wants to visit me here in Florida. She has her passport and the travel company in Vietnam wants her to fly to Japan first, but the travel company wants her to stay 5 days and she only wants to stay 2 days. The travel agency wants 1,650 ...
I didn't have to read anymore to conclude that this gentleman is being taken for a ride. Marry her and you will regret it. Why spend all your money to bring her here when there are plenty of gold diggers in Florida, not to mention beautiful ones ... Read More
Air travel from Vietnam by 1stewart
My girlfriend wants to visit me here in Florida. She has her passport and the travel company in Vietnam wants her to fly to Japan first, but the travel company wants her to stay 5 days and she only wants to stay 2 days. The travel agency wants 1,650 ...
The beginning of your post seems a little confusing to me. Tell your girlfriend you will handle everything and see if she still wants to come and visit you. How long is her visa going to be for? Why only 2- 5 days in Miami? Or is it she wants to ... Read More
Had a Bag Snatched? Here's one for the Victims by Jaitch
A bag snatcher, Huynh Van Thanh, 25, according to the ID card found on his body, drowned after jumping off of a bridge as he attempted to evade police in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday morning. Police successfully took his accomplice into custody but ...
r I'm not confused. I read exactly what happened in both incidents. I just brought it up and threw it in there to show the severity of outcomes from such crimes. I didn't say that they deserved to die but hey I do believe in Karma. ... Read More
Had a Bag Snatched? Here's one for the Victims by Jaitch
A bag snatcher, Huynh Van Thanh, 25, according to the ID card found on his body, drowned after jumping off of a bridge as he attempted to evade police in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday morning. Police successfully took his accomplice into custody but ...
I think a while back when they let out a lot of them due to budget cuts. Oh let's not forget the one about a woman getting her arm almost severed by one of these cocaine cowboys. :o Read More
Had a Bag Snatched? Here's one for the Victims by Jaitch
A bag snatcher, Huynh Van Thanh, 25, according to the ID card found on his body, drowned after jumping off of a bridge as he attempted to evade police in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday morning. Police successfully took his accomplice into custody but ...
I agree! Hence......Karma took over. Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
I don't know about dating in Vietnam because I've been married my entire adult life in the U.S. :lol:, but I can comment on Viet Kieu (s) in the U.S. on how many..(not all) spend their monies on dating and entertaining. Most VNmese that I ... Read More
What is the best thing about living here in Vietnam? by nguyet.le
Some of my foreigners friends told me that they choose to live in Vietnam since Vietnam is a peaceful place, and a developing country with a lot of business opportunities, the low cost of living, lovely girls, some just love Vietnam and don't ...
Ummmm.....living off of $300 a month in Vietnam would be too challenging if not down right miserable for me. :sosad: Alot of people in the U.S. get government cheese and its FREE! Just pop out more kids or say you have a disability. ;) Yes, ... Read More
Is this real? Straight men think women have an expiration date? by ngattt
Omg, poor me :sosad: [b]1. Straight men think women have an expiration date.[/b] "Although women tend to seek men around their age, men of all ages are by far looking for women in their early 20s, according to OkCupid data. While men often ...
Yes you can Matt, you're British eh? :D What about men? Do you guys have expiration dates too?? :/ Read More
Is this real? Straight men think women have an expiration date? by ngattt
Omg, poor me :sosad: [b]1. Straight men think women have an expiration date.[/b] "Although women tend to seek men around their age, men of all ages are by far looking for women in their early 20s, according to OkCupid data. While men often ...
:lol: OH DAN you are no fun. :D Read More
Is this real? Straight men think women have an expiration date? by ngattt
Omg, poor me :sosad: [b]1. Straight men think women have an expiration date.[/b] "Although women tend to seek men around their age, men of all ages are by far looking for women in their early 20s, according to OkCupid data. While men often ...
I just thought of a good experiment you can try: You and your college graduate daughter both join OkCupid, and then you can compare which of you gets more men contacting you. I think you said you're married before -- that's irrelevent -- ... Read More
Is this real? Straight men think women have an expiration date? by ngattt
Omg, poor me :sosad: [b]1. Straight men think women have an expiration date.[/b] "Although women tend to seek men around their age, men of all ages are by far looking for women in their early 20s, according to OkCupid data. While men often ...
Can we PLEASE get back on topic???? I think the tit for tat is getting really silly. My college graduate daughter has more maturity than some of these VNmese females that contribute to EB. Maybe because she is only a smidgen of VNmese? ;) Not all ... Read More
VietNam: A popular US retirement destination? by Jaitch
Alternet has an article on five popular destinations. For [b]VietNam[/b] it says: [b]The Good: [/b]VietNam is just emerging as an attractive place for Americans to retire after decades of negative associations. The low cost of living and beautiful ...
@richiv I think it's wonderful that you and your wife have found your paradise. I often say, "Home is where you hang your hat at the end of the day". My mother owns 2 vacation homes in Tay Ninh. That is her hometown. ... Read More
VietNam: A popular US retirement destination? by Jaitch
Alternet has an article on five popular destinations. For [b]VietNam[/b] it says: [b]The Good: [/b]VietNam is just emerging as an attractive place for Americans to retire after decades of negative associations. The low cost of living and beautiful ...
YEP, and if you read my post correctly, I was relating my experiences with my extended family while in VN. So please don't misconstrue my words. I've visited parts of VN that even many of my relatives have never been to. The bottom line is ... Read More
VietNam: A popular US retirement destination? by Jaitch
Alternet has an article on five popular destinations. For [b]VietNam[/b] it says: [b]The Good: [/b]VietNam is just emerging as an attractive place for Americans to retire after decades of negative associations. The low cost of living and beautiful ...
I think some of what you've said is true (US retirees go to Florida). By the way, my husband and I love living in MIAMI, FLORIDA. For us it's paradise. :D Now paradise is relative....and the bottom line is money. The US retirees that ... Read More
Looking to start a project in Vietnam by Tn truong
Greetings, I'm a entrepeneur looking for a new project to start. I have a few ideas in mind and would like to have your opinion about it. As I have been growing in the hospitality branche for almost 10 years now I'm considering to move ...
We ate at this one seafood restaurant in Phan Thiet, myself and 9 family members. My bill was under $60 usd dollars. We had various dishes and several Heineken beers to wash it all down. The place was packed like sardines.The customer turnover rate ... Read More
Looking to start a project in Vietnam by Tn truong
Greetings, I'm a entrepeneur looking for a new project to start. I have a few ideas in mind and would like to have your opinion about it. As I have been growing in the hospitality branche for almost 10 years now I'm considering to move ...
I was thinking the same as you. Correct me if I am wrong. 70 million is about $3400 usd a day? Selling something more than just vegetarian dishes. :D Read More
What to wear when going to Language school for a job?? by tonilynnejones
Hey guys :) I'm going home for a visit soon and plan on buying a few things to wear before the move from Thailand to Vietnam. Once in Saigon I'm going to go to some language schools to check out ESL job options. What should I wear ( as a ...
Men are supposed to wear pants, unless they are from Scotland.It was a joke from the Simpsons. Homer gets all ready for a meeting and arrives to find he forgot to wear pants.:lol: That was funny. Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
@Scotsman84 I think you could easily spend $1700 a month or even more. I paid $1600 for my roundtrip ticket from Miami, Fl. to Saigon and $7000 on misc. in less than 3 months. I stayed at mom's vacation home in the country where it is supposed ... Read More
Looking for advice or opinions about a girlfriend. by robert_jpop
Hello everyone, I met a Vietnamese girl through an online dating website. I live in the US and I am 32 years old. She is 20. We started writing to each other towards the end of January of this year. After three weeks we lost touch with each other, ...
My husband of 2 1/2 decades has been on an allowance. So, I guess it can work. If he overspends then I give him less food. :lol: Read More
Fooled by foreigner? by QuynnTr
Hi you guys. Yea its about love affairs. Again. I have a friend, she used to works aboard for a while and met him, his name is Ray. They started to dating, hanging out for few times then she come back to Vietnam. After that she asked him come to ...
Yogi007 said, "When a Vietnamese woman marries in VN, she becomes a servant". :/ This should be good discussion in a new thread. :lol: Read More
Looking for advice or opinions about a girlfriend. by robert_jpop
Hello everyone, I met a Vietnamese girl through an online dating website. I live in the US and I am 32 years old. She is 20. We started writing to each other towards the end of January of this year. After three weeks we lost touch with each other, ...
@Robert_jpop 1997 has changed a lot indeed. You are still very young so you have plenty of time to explore. If you can afford to make visits to Vietnam then do so, because it will give you a better perspective of what to expect " when " ... Read More
How to send money abroad? by iamunicaija
Hi all! I would like to ask if anyone knows how to send money abroad? I went to western union today and they said that in VN, you can only accept money grom outside :( I needed to send money in PH anf it's quite urgent, my vietnamese friend ...
If you have a credit card, then you can do it through MONEYGRAM. The money can be picked up at a couple of banks that accept MONEYGRAM. :D Read More
Looking for advice or opinions about a girlfriend. by robert_jpop
Hello everyone, I met a Vietnamese girl through an online dating website. I live in the US and I am 32 years old. She is 20. We started writing to each other towards the end of January of this year. After three weeks we lost touch with each other, ...
I guess we can officially label her a "gold digger" (Kanye West's song) now that she has hit you up for some money. :lol: Read More
Looking for advice or opinions about a girlfriend. by robert_jpop
Hello everyone, I met a Vietnamese girl through an online dating website. I live in the US and I am 32 years old. She is 20. We started writing to each other towards the end of January of this year. After three weeks we lost touch with each other, ...
Trolling works for me.....I caught some Mahi Mahi and black fin Tuna in Key Largo, FL. :lol: Read More
Looking for advice or opinions about a girlfriend. by robert_jpop
Hello everyone, I met a Vietnamese girl through an online dating website. I live in the US and I am 32 years old. She is 20. We started writing to each other towards the end of January of this year. After three weeks we lost touch with each other, ...
My :huh: is hurting again. In my opinion, your 20 yr old cyber girlfriend is very "immature". Some young people are mature but most are not. Simple as that. You live in San Jose, CA., right? The last time I was there many years ago it ... Read More
Getting married, but have doubts... by fredgo
Hi all, I am new to this site, so bear with me. To the point, I have finally met a woman in Viet Nam that I love truly. In fact, I just spent 3 months with her in Nam Dinh and at the end I asked her to marry me. She is divorced and 2 children ...
I wish I didn't suffer from ADD because I really would of loved to have read all of this long arse post. :huh: Sounds like she has got a lot of bones in her closet and if you like sleeping in a cemetery then go ahead and marry her since you ... Read More
Marital ransom..... Is it normal in VN? by Vagabondone
Just curious if it is common practice in Vietnam if when there is marital discourse that ransom is demanded as a condition of reconciliation? Have a friend who got sideways with his wife. She booted him to the curb. He is not allowed to return until ...
Long story, short story....When I was meeting a distant relative in VN, my mother told me a funny story. Well, maybe not too funny. :/ Her cousin a (Buddhist), who was married to womanizer for many years decided after her father died and left his ... Read More
Pros/Cons of Citizenship by jakejas
My daughter and I are both eligible for VN citizenship through my wife. Until now, I have only had a visa exemption because I always assumed that even when we move, it will be better to have the protection of the US government. Now that we are ...
Same goes for flights from Miami to Cuba. Read More
fruits for health by adriano lim
Dear All , I came to a new discovery that Sour Sop kills cancer cells ( google ) and I would like to share this wonderful piece of information to all seeing my own grandmother suffering in pain some years ago ...
Which half Ms. L?Take a wild guess........the half that drinks beer. :D Read More
fruits for health by adriano lim
Dear All , I came to a new discovery that Sour Sop kills cancer cells ( google ) and I would like to share this wonderful piece of information to all seeing my own grandmother suffering in pain some years ago ...
So true.And that's why I follow my doctor's order to the letter! Wow, I think that glass would put some German steins to test! Being that I am half German. :lol: [img ... Read More
why is it difficult for foriegner to assimilate into VN culture by MarkinNam
It is becoming more and more apparent that when people move from thier home country, they just want to change the locals to be just like what they left behind (for what reason?) are we all so self absorbed that we can't enjoy the break ...
I usually have no problems assimilating into other cultures as long as I don't speak or understand the local language. :lol: Read More
fruits for health by adriano lim
Dear All , I came to a new discovery that Sour Sop kills cancer cells ( google ) and I would like to share this wonderful piece of information to all seeing my own grandmother suffering in pain some years ago ...
Bottom line. None of us will escape the inevitable "death", nor do we know when it will occur. Live life like everyday is your last and consume everything in moderation. :D Read More
Where Can i get my HP laptop fixed? by mr.cit
I have a HP laptop. That laptop is 2 years old but with good configuration. Processor i5 and 2 GB ram etc. Problem : This is not turning on anymore and DVD rom is dead. Where can I bring it to get that fix ? I know very bad stories about ...
Did you try taking out the battery and putting it back in and turning it on?? A while back she had one and that was her problem. :D Read More
what is true love with Vietnamese girl? by nnthuy154
I incidently read a story about a British man maried with a dirty Vietnamese girl. I fell very ashamed because I am Vietnamese too. You should agree that you may meet the good ones or the bad ones in every country, but especially the ones origined ...
I am only half VN and my husband gives me all his money, and it ain't chump change either! Now that is real love. :D :lol: Read More
How different between the rich and the poor in finding love by lamhoang
A poor, he doesn't have enough money to enjoy life comfortably but he can get a real love. A rich, he has so much money that he can buy anything he wants but if he can buy real love or not. I think that is the different thing between the rich and ...
I once heard a man say .....women are like flowers, they are beautiful when in bloom but as they wilt you will just want to throw them away and get fresh ones. :lol: Read More
Why do some motor drivers don't look, before they go forward, Ahead? by spajcte
So today while i was driving, someone pulled right in front of me, so me trying to avoid to hit the person on the side, i slammed my brakes and skidded on the road, Hurting my Knee my elbow and braking my left side mirror. All i could see was his ...
Now that one was real funny. Saving gas by turning off the lights. :lol: Read More
Latin Music and Dancing Weekly by Dannytan
Hi All, There is a good place on Friday to listen to Latin Music and dancing. It is in Regina Cafe on Nguyen Du. The DJ play mainly Salsa music but also some Bachata and Cha Cha. Mainly local crowds but have quite a number of expats. If anyone ...
I know how to salsa and bachata. :D Read More
{Jokes}OR{Experiences} by spajcte
Share some funny or weird experiences that you had..... SC/JJ
@Ashard Maybe she was waiting for you! ;) Read More
{Jokes}OR{Experiences} by spajcte
Share some funny or weird experiences that you had..... SC/JJ
That's funny. I have an uncle that has a long grey hair attached to a mole on his face. He tried to run away from me when I was attempting to yank it out. He also said it was "lucky". Read More
How Many Helmets and Cell Phones, Should You Own? by spajcte
Here in VIet, maybe a DOZEN!! Always keep an extra one as a back up!! How many times have you lost or someone has stolen your helmet or cell?
Curious.....how did you know it was his helmet to give? Maybe he just took a helmet from another bike like they usually do when someone's helmet comes up missing. :lol: Read More
Theme Parks "HCMC"
Do not go to either ones. Vietnamese theme parks are not like the ones in Western countries. Public facilities are deplorable and I wouldn't dare swim in the water after I saw several kids peeing in it. In my opinion, it's for teenagers who want to ... Read More
What to Rent? by D.Cai
Alright I've been looking at multiple places, D2, D7, Binh Chanh, and I like them all because they're not quite as loud and as hectic as the more central districts, however for work it would make more sense to be central, so I've started looking in ...
@D.cai I get it, you want a second opinion from an outsider. Read More
What to Rent? by D.Cai
Alright I've been looking at multiple places, D2, D7, Binh Chanh, and I like them all because they're not quite as loud and as hectic as the more central districts, however for work it would make more sense to be central, so I've started looking in ...
Because he loves us and cares what we think. :lol: Read More
How long can a post stay active?
My answer would be nope. Just like the news on t.v. They report the same thing over and over again throughout the day because not everyone is on the same viewing schedule. The same applies here, members come and go. However, I do think there should ... Read More
My experience being married to a Vietnamese woman by pissedoffdude
I would like to start by saying that I love Vietnam and the people, I have many good VIetnamese friends. I would just like to share my experience. I met her mid may, we seemed to hit it off. She was so sweet and fun. We kept in touch after I ...
Well, you are damned if you don't and damned if you do......Sounds like your wife is territorial about her kitchen and how she likes to keep it (I am assuming that she likes to cook)? There are American men that complain that they can't even get ... Read More
Why do some motor drivers don't look, before they go forward, Ahead? by spajcte
So today while i was driving, someone pulled right in front of me, so me trying to avoid to hit the person on the side, i slammed my brakes and skidded on the road, Hurting my Knee my elbow and braking my left side mirror. All i could see was his ...
Mia you took out the Im 50% VN bit.Haha, I know. I then thought, I live in South Florida and after a while one has to become a defensive driver too, but at least people over here in Miami slow down when they see the police cars! So maybe I should ... Read More
Which city in VN is cheap? by awayland
HCMC is not cheap for long stay. Have a month left, budget not great, wanna know which major city in Vietnam has low cost of living for travellers?
@D.Cali If you are (living) in VN then ask the locals and expats if possible. Keep in mind their budgets ,lifestyles, and localities are going to be major factors in your decision . My situation is different because I only stay in Vietnam for 3 ... Read More
How many expats have had to pay bribes to police? by I do believe
I have been stopped by the police maybe 10 times over the last few years for driving in the wrong lane, driving the wrong way on a one way street and speeding. Most of the time I get stopped for not being in that narrow right hand lane for ...
Two cups of strong coffee usually gets me going. By the way, hot bike.....hotter guy...... :lol: Read More
How Punctual Are You? by spajcte
I was just reading some of the post, about people arranging a meeting (English Club) at coffee shop/restaurant etc But when it was due date... This happened. Hey where were you guys? i was there at 5pm. oh yeah, sorry. We got there much later ( ...
I think being punctual is a cultural habit or lack of, from my experience it is more prevalent in developing countries. My husband is Latino, and when he travels to Latin America (and he does a lot) he says the same thing about them being late and ... Read More
Why are so many expats hostile on some of these threads? by I do believe
On the thread regarding harm caused by fast food outlets and Vietnamese non-comprehension of Vietnamese there appears to be some pretty negatively aggressive conversation. More than once I have used the negativity of the word "ad hominem" wherein ...
[img align=c]http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/z/crackers-plate-25114893.jpgI love to eat crackers with humus...sometimes Spanish cheese with guava paste. Yummmy. Read More
How many expats have had to pay bribes to police? by I do believe
I have been stopped by the police maybe 10 times over the last few years for driving in the wrong lane, driving the wrong way on a one way street and speeding. Most of the time I get stopped for not being in that narrow right hand lane for ...
:lol: I do speak fluent Spanish. I've been married to a Latino for 27yrs, lived in California, travelled to Spanish speaking countries, and I live in Miami, Fl., so I think I have established my credentials. :lol: But yeah, I get it that some ... Read More
Why do foreigners avoid eye contact with other foreigners? by I do believe
I often sit in a cafe on De Tham street and see foreigners/tourists walking up and down the street all studiously avoiding eye contact with other foreigners. We all want our own space and I don't really care if somebody looks at me or not but it ...
Hmmm, are you talking about CF? He is back on the forum. :o Read More
Moving to Vietnam as an expat? by thepulser89
Hi everyone I have dilemma that I might need your advice. Let start with some information about myself. I am 25, Sydney banker, moved to Australia from Vietnam when I was young and have spent most of my life here. I love traveling and when I was ...
I've never been to Sydney, but I have to Vung Tau and it is not a clean beach. Lot's of nasty feminine products not to mention other stuff floating around. Does anyone know how often they test the bacterial levels in the beach waters? Secondly, the ... Read More
Which city in VN is cheap? by awayland
HCMC is not cheap for long stay. Have a month left, budget not great, wanna know which major city in Vietnam has low cost of living for travellers?
And obviously never invite people back to your house to return the invitation? ( Khanh, that's an unusual name for a Frenchman? ),Even eating at home in VN, I couldn't spend only $50 a month. That's too little, almost like survival mode. I would ... Read More
Why are the speed limits so low in Vietnam? by I do believe
I already know some answers to my question but would be interested to hear others' views and experiences with the rules here and police. When I first came to Vietnam I was amused that the biggest bikes commonly available were 125 or 135; nowadays ...
You want to witness real carnage? Live outside of a major university in the states like my daughter. She has learned to become a defensive driver at hers. :mad: Read More
Which city in VN is cheap? by awayland
HCMC is not cheap for long stay. Have a month left, budget not great, wanna know which major city in Vietnam has low cost of living for travellers?
How is that possible to spend under 1 million dongs a month on food??????????? That's about $50, right. I could not do it. Read More
Why are so many expats hostile on some of these threads? by I do believe
On the thread regarding harm caused by fast food outlets and Vietnamese non-comprehension of Vietnamese there appears to be some pretty negatively aggressive conversation. More than once I have used the negativity of the word "ad hominem" wherein ...
Yeah. Environmentally sound bulbs,using solar energy from eco friendly ,non carcinogenic recycled batteries.I don't think colinoscape meant those kind of light bulbs. :lol: Read More
Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe
Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...
Reminds me of an annoying weed. :lol: Read More
Staring by Jquinoq
:mad: why do vnese stare so much? I walk in D1 and it seems so many eyes are in me, I notice people just watch me walk by and follow with their head turning, so now I've started to yell " amigo" which is Spanish for friend, every time I see someone ...
That's true. I once saw this lady at the open meat market picking her nose while cutting meat. I didn't buy the meat. :o That's why I advocate staring back. :D Read More
Moving to the US - Shipping our stuff by cpt_mosc
Hi everyone. My wife and I are moving from HCMC to the US (Connecticut) in a few month so we're looking for a shipping company that could take care of our stuff. In fact, the real question is to decide whether we ship things or whether we just pack ...
I am assuming that your moving expenses are not going to be covered by your employer? I come from a military family that has travelled over a 43 yr span. Unless your household items are of sentimental or monetary value then I would recommend that ... Read More
Budget by MrshyONE
I am trying to adjust my monthly budget and I was wondering if anyone who has been living in HCM can advise, currently I'm budgeting 84mil vnd per month for all expenses. Is this amount average , below average or too much,? Non drinker so that is ...
Most people that live in VN would probably say that your monthly budget is more than enough to live very well on. You should calculate your costs of living (not survival) basis on your lifestyle and not of others. Since you stated that you are from ... Read More
My vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my house in vietnam overnight by enigma1981
Today i went to the local police station in da nang,cause i just renewed my visa,and the policeman told me they have right to check my house which i rented one month ago anytime even at mid-night?! And my vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my ...
That one was funny :lol: How about my mind is my church? :D Read More
VNese customs once your part of VNese family? by bta87
I am in the process of marrying into a VNese family and am wanting to learn some of the customs I should adhere to so as not to offend. I am about at my wit send as it seems everything I do is closely watched and criticized e.g. 1.) I am td not to ...
Wow, what you are describing sounds like she is your master and you are her slave. I've never treated my husband like that. I adore my husband. But then I am only half VNmese and half German. :lol: Tell you what...when I visit VN, I will let you ... Read More
Staring by Jquinoq
:mad: why do vnese stare so much? I walk in D1 and it seems so many eyes are in me, I notice people just watch me walk by and follow with their head turning, so now I've started to yell " amigo" which is Spanish for friend, every time I see someone ...
When in Rome, do as the Romans. Stare right back. :D Read More
VNese customs once your part of VNese family? by bta87
I am in the process of marrying into a VNese family and am wanting to learn some of the customs I should adhere to so as not to offend. I am about at my wit send as it seems everything I do is closely watched and criticized e.g. 1.) I am td not to ...
@bta87 If I were you, I would run for the hills. Her customs should not be an excuse for her or her family to be control freaks over you. If you think things are bad now just you wait until you are married. I've seen this many times before and ... Read More
First dates by Jquinoq
What are some impressive resturant to take a first date in HCM? Any other advice for first dates? :P
With me, Pizza Hut &McDonald are fast food. We just go there order & eat..after finish the meal, wiil not feel comfortable if finish meal & still keep talking there. Bcz this topic Is: Finding an impressive place. So we need to find a place for ... Read More
Dual citizenship in Vietnam for a Viet Kieu? by sofimofi
Hello all, My parents were born and raised here but moved to Canada in the 70s. I was born in Canada. Is there any way I can apply for a dual citizenship in Vietnam? I have been living here for about 1.5 months and intend on living here for the ...
Try contacting Wild_1. He been through the whole progress and is from southern Cali. :D Read More
First dates by Jquinoq
What are some impressive resturant to take a first date in HCM? Any other advice for first dates? :P
You are right about that! Argentinian restaurants are one of the best places for a first romantic date. :D Read More
First dates by Jquinoq
What are some impressive resturant to take a first date in HCM? Any other advice for first dates? :P
Kudos to you for being old fashioned. I am old fashioned too. Been married to one man my whole life. Sorry to hear about your wife. What ever you do...do not follow the OP advice about taking your date to Pizza Hut. You look like you have a lot of ... Read More
Best place to meet a good woman by Jquinoq
I'm 50, retired....very shy, insecure ... :cool: any advise on where to meet a lady for serious relationship that may lead to more, nit just a one night stand..... :/
I hope you meet a special lady! Best of Luck. Read More
Do you consider seriousness at the first time starting a relationship? by phanbamboo
I had an interesting discussion with my friend about the differences in the way Vietnamese and Western/American people think when they start a relationship. It began with my story about the foreign guy who wanted to start relationship with a girl ...
There are too many abortions going on in present day Vietnam. Obviously, there are a lot of VN people who are considering sex as a step towards a serious relationship. :dumbom: Read More
Paperwork by ancientpathos
I bought a used motorbike 2 months ago. Wanting to be legal, I soon found out that I could not register it. Decided to register it in my girlfriend name. She said she could not because she is from a different province than we live. Is this true for ...
Parmyd and Saigon Monkey are right. I bought a relative a motorbike and he had to travel back to where his license was issued and register it there. :( Read More
Gotta love crooked airport customs ppl lol by mikeymyke
Came into Tan Son Nhat airport in Saigon for my upcoming wedding and before I came, I searched the net, as well as the Canada and USA official govt websites, and all indicate u can bring $7000 max without declare. so i decide bring $7000 even. Now ...
Yep, just so a person doesn't get any funny ideas like 'money laundering'. Read More
Huế accent. by TC0088
I would like to brush up on my Vietnamese with the Huế accent. Yes, I do have a lot of time on my hand. :proud Seriously, I do find the accent very therapeutic.
I don't think I've ever heard the "Hue accent"? My mom's best friend is from Hue. When she speaks, my mom says she can't understand much of her Vietnamese and when speaking English, I can't understand what she is saying. Sometimes, she's speaking ... Read More
Signs to show marriage by Sploke77
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating?
[keep that kind of rude comment for you] Read More
Signs to show marriage by Sploke77
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating?
Spoke, I'm 45 yrs old. So what? Some people have good genes and some don't, what does that have to do with our rings? Read More