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jonh_nathan

jonh_nathan

ViP

English looking for information about Singapore

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158

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27

About me

English

Lives in Ho Chi Minh City

Speaks Vietnamese, English

Registration: 05 March 2010

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
7 years ago
BT1989

Dating in HCMC - is this normal or am I being scammed? by BT1989

Hi, expat from Australia checking in. Recently moved to HCMC as a single guy, with that being the case obviously active on the dating scene. Still trying to get my head around all he customs/etiquette but I'm getting there. I have an account on ...

jonh_nathan

I read discussion on this topic and it made me laugh...btw, i`m local man and got married with my Vietnamese wife via online/dating... it has been a great time for almost 7 years so far when you dating, it`s depend on your partner...if she/he is ... Read More

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9 years ago
jonh_nathan

Where to convert USD to VND with good rate in SG ? by jonh_nathan

Hi all, I am looking for a place to exchange from USD to VND with good rate, i would expect to sell USD for similar rate with Vietcomebank. If you have any place please recommend Appreciated your help Cheers

jonh_nathan

Thanks all very much for your helpful information, i seem to have the name here now :) Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
9 years ago
jonh_nathan

Where to convert USD to VND with good rate in SG ? by jonh_nathan

Hi all, I am looking for a place to exchange from USD to VND with good rate, i would expect to sell USD for similar rate with Vietcomebank. If you have any place please recommend Appreciated your help Cheers

jonh_nathan

Cool ! thanks mate for the advised ...i will google some there and give them a call Do you have name of that gold shop ? Cheers Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan created a thread
9 years ago

Where to convert USD to VND with good rate in SG ?

Hi all, I am looking for a place to exchange from USD to VND with good rate, i would expect to sell USD for similar rate with Vietcomebank. If you have any place please recommend Appreciated your help Cheers Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Kytain

PRIVATE ENGLISH TEACHER FOR HOME LESSONS by Kytain

My Girlfriend in HCM is preparing to take the IELTS Life Skills A1 Test in August. She needs a private English Teacher who can help her with Grammar and Pronunciation. Does anyone know any English Teachers in HCM? Cheers Gary

jonh_nathan

Hi, Check this out at nghenoitot.com, i hope it will work for your GF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MVUVZrbHHQ They provide one by one class, my nephew learn with them and good comments. Hope this help Cheers Read More

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10 years ago
summer78

How to Open a company in Ho Chi Minh by summer78

please every one do you know how to open a company here in VN (HCMC)? office, better way, everything... please help me to understand about it regards

jonh_nathan

As my expericen as I`ve opened my private company here - i`m not expat. Hired a law company to do with all processes , it taken about a month with service fee about 2.8 mil VND, 1 mil for first tax entry, 1mil/1 year of electric token ring, 500k ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
butlersrevenge

Good charities for an English teacher in Saigon. by butlersrevenge

Hey everyone! I was thinking about getting involved in some local charities. I was wondering if anyone has any experience/recommendations? I know all charities are desperate for people, so I would like advice on where they need people most, which ...

jonh_nathan

Good job, I will look around the address then send you... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago

Anyone know any companies to make cable assemblies?

Ah i mentioned for normal cabling such as: network, DVD, TV cables.... for connecting 2PCB inside a computer, they might not cover this work.... Did you mean interconnect 2PCB is Printed Circuit Boards or connect 2 PC ? Cheers T Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago

Anyone know any companies to make cable assemblies?

Did you find it ? If not, i will pass your the information of a cable supplier of our company. They work as network cable... hope they also able work with TV, DVD cable... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
MarkinNam

Seeking quiet life in. viet Nam by MarkinNam

I m on recon mission to find a quiet place to live xpat life and do some good in the local community, loved Hanoi Hue not bad Hoi an has gone all western in the last year with lots of noise at night Quang ngai is next on list, can Anyone advise ? ...

jonh_nathan

Phu Quoc is noisy as i see, lack of electric, street is very dirty in the raining season... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
MarkinNam

Seeking quiet life in. viet Nam by MarkinNam

I m on recon mission to find a quiet place to live xpat life and do some good in the local community, loved Hanoi Hue not bad Hoi an has gone all western in the last year with lots of noise at night Quang ngai is next on list, can Anyone advise ? ...

jonh_nathan

I strong believe it will be Da lat to head, it`s very quite, cool weather, life quality seems good in Da lat recently as Big C opened last year. Hope this help Cheers T Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
sarahhartle

Just arrived in Saigon from the UK by sarahhartle

Hi all.. I just arrived here form the UK yesterday.. I have 2 more days before I have to start work so wondered if anyone would like to meet for coffee/ drink and a chat about the city (or anything!) I'm based in Thu Duc but sure I can central if ...

jonh_nathan

I hope you enjoy Vietnam, if you need any question relate to life here then feel free to ask people, also be aware the scam is around the street, it`s not always safe as UK. Cheers T Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
kashi123

Make new friends by kashi123

Dear All, i am new here wanna make friends, i am 32 male from slough LONDON

jonh_nathan

Hi Mate, Welcome to Saigon, I`ve back from London for nearly a month... hopefully it`s not so hot for you here :D and enjoy your time. Cheers T Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
nm Mike

Russian American guy looking to meet new friends in HCMC! by nm Mike

Hey everyone, short biography is I'm Mike, 26 years old, born in Moscow, grew up in the US, and I've been traveling for the last 5 months. I'm coming to Vietnam and planning on renting an apartment for a few months or longer, would love to meet ...

jonh_nathan

Welcome to boring city hehe :D, i hope you enjoy your stay here.... feel free to get in touch Cheers Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
Hans.b

Would YOU drink vietnamese rice liquor on bui vien if it was 5,000vnd? by Hans.b

Hi Everyone! I've been in SG for over 1 year now and am thinking about opening a small outside bar on Bui vien. Only 6-8 tables and sell vn rice liquor aka ruou de and ruou nep and froozen daiquiries and ofcourse beer. I havent noticed anyone ...

jonh_nathan

if you get ruou from Super market then it should be fine... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
12 years ago
Hans.b

Would YOU drink vietnamese rice liquor on bui vien if it was 5,000vnd? by Hans.b

Hi Everyone! I've been in SG for over 1 year now and am thinking about opening a small outside bar on Bui vien. Only 6-8 tables and sell vn rice liquor aka ruou de and ruou nep and froozen daiquiries and ofcourse beer. I havent noticed anyone ...

jonh_nathan

many local people avoid to have rice wine here, since people produce wine with harmful medicines, are you aware of this ? there are many dead drinker were reported. eg for this report ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Hi everybody I'm new

thanks, i will call you when i`m there soon Cheers Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Liana26

Looking for new female friends by Liana26

Hi all, We just recently moved to Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield/Erdington area)and it can be very lonely sometimes. I am looking for female friends who is walking in the same shoes and who don't mind meeting for chit-chat, having cup of coffee, ...

jonh_nathan

Hi, i`m a new guy in Brm, i`ll be in BRM city in this 10th August for my business trip, I`m Vietnamese, come here along with my own. is it possible to know everyone here ? thanks Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Hi everybody I'm new

Hi mate, are you still in BRM ? i`m in same situation, i will visit Brm for my Business trip over a month, I`m new here and would like to have friends to hang out around after work, my native language is Vietnamese, my English is not fluently but I ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Public transportation in Birmingham

Hi, I`m new in Brm city, can i ask where to by bus monthly travel ? is it pay as Zone in London ? Thanks Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

jonh_nathan

lol hhhaa, sure ...I`m 31 years old guy, I cycled since 8-9 years old, i`m not remember exactly then I moved to Bike at university :D Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

jonh_nathan

i don`t think so, people often follow right side :D and should pay attention to about fixed distant ahead to control everything come up on 3D screen lol, so Wikitravel will need some technique how to drive safely... I have drove for 20 years here so ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

House to share in Hoi an ?

Thanks Christine for moving my topic to right place :) Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Anyone can recommend me some places to learn English in London

Thanks everyone so much, I will take a look on this place cheer T Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
andy_k

Any help or comment for Vietnamese Language Proficiency Test? by andy_k

Hi, I would like to take the A level (beginner) test in this 18th of august one. I've learnt Vietnamese only 5months but, it was full time classes. I finished the VSL book vol.1,2,3 and half of vol.4(from Uni. HCM humanities and social science). I ...

jonh_nathan

Hi all If you are interested in exchange language then please feel free to contact me, i can help you to learn and practice Vietnamese without any tuition, to return this value you can help me to correct my English pronunciation. I have free time ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Johnny5

Short Term Rentals in Cebu City by Johnny5

Hello! Just getting settled here in Cebu and wanted to offer my thoughts to those planning on coming here on a 1-2 month stay... I looked around for months online before coming to Cebu for a short term rental and ended up at the Tune Hotel next to ...

jonh_nathan

Thanks testingsc...I`ve decided that will stay here, my home and find a Native English tutor around 12$/h instead of coming there Thanks Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Johnny5

Short Term Rentals in Cebu City by Johnny5

Hello! Just getting settled here in Cebu and wanted to offer my thoughts to those planning on coming here on a 1-2 month stay... I looked around for months online before coming to Cebu for a short term rental and ended up at the Tune Hotel next to ...

jonh_nathan

I`m planning to Philipine for few months to study English but from my research recently, I think that should not be my destination for some reasons like house....many small rooms with expensive rate with advanced, deposit payment... does it a poplar ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Johnny5

Short Term Rentals in Cebu City by Johnny5

Hello! Just getting settled here in Cebu and wanted to offer my thoughts to those planning on coming here on a 1-2 month stay... I looked around for months online before coming to Cebu for a short term rental and ended up at the Tune Hotel next to ...

jonh_nathan

Why Filipinas often require deposit 1 month, pay in advanced 2 months when they come to our nation without deposit or paying advanced...you know how to earn Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Friendship in SG/HCM and then exchange language

thanks Raf, hope you enjoy your trip to Laos ...feel free to let me know when you are back here Cheer Tang Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Friendship in SG/HCM and then exchange language

Hi all I`m a Vietnamese, 31yo, male.. I`m living in Saigon/HCM. Currently, I `m working as System Admin in a British company, for my career demand, I`m badly need fluent in English but I have no chance to practice my English here, I think language ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Anyone can recommend me some places to learn English in London

Hi all I will move to London for 6 months along with my current work, during that time, I`ll expect to improve my English, especially speaking skill... any place to recommend me with condition such ash free/cheapest/reasonable tuition ? the place ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

jonh_nathan

i can tell that...there is some basic rules for traffic here... if you get it, it will safer !! people attend traffic on the right side, when you drive across the street you should turn the light to let people know and look around you ( half street ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

jonh_nathan

you want to get help ? find any quite street in your place then i can help out it`s easy to ride Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
JVo18

Bars/Nightlife in Saigon? by JVo18

Just seeing where all of you spend your weekend nights :) Been looking for some bars, not the biggest fan of the club/techno loud music type of places, but will go every now and then if the mood is right. Rather I'm looking for more of your relaxed ...

jonh_nathan

Guy, try with Acapoli... number 2, Thi Sach st, Dist, hope you will enjoy that place Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

waaa...is that you ? I remember that you`ve asked me for renting home, sure...I can know exactly where should to go for practicing any kind in this city, there is no place in Le Van Sy...but there is one in CMT8, I possess level 2 black bell of ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
matteox

TV5 MONDE o dau?? by matteox

hi ; Do you know what happened to the french TV channel TV5Monde? Me and many other people cannot watch it for some weeks now..do you know how to fix that? the news there were so complete!! Thanks a lot

jonh_nathan

why don`t you try to call service to get their support ? Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
9786iytu

50cc bike, automatic wanted by 9786iytu

Hi I am looking for 50cc automatic motorbike. I think Honda Supercub is really cute, but I don't know if it is automatic or not.. Can anyone recommend me any shop or internet page where I can look for price? If it's a shop preferably in Q.1 or ...

jonh_nathan

Ii hear that with 50cc then not need drive license.. Sound good, isn't it ? Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
9786iytu

50cc bike, automatic wanted by 9786iytu

Hi I am looking for 50cc automatic motorbike. I think Honda Supercub is really cute, but I don't know if it is automatic or not.. Can anyone recommend me any shop or internet page where I can look for price? If it's a shop preferably in Q.1 or ...

jonh_nathan

by the way, this person sale litle cub 50cc with price 3.6 mil... used one http://muaban.net/Cub-cac-loai-ho-chi-minh-l59-c510428/honda-cub-cac-loai-ban-xe-canh-en-mau-little-cub-cute-blue-gia-3-6tr-id15548533 I searched it ! not for ads...also ... Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
9786iytu

50cc bike, automatic wanted by 9786iytu

Hi I am looking for 50cc automatic motorbike. I think Honda Supercub is really cute, but I don't know if it is automatic or not.. Can anyone recommend me any shop or internet page where I can look for price? If it's a shop preferably in Q.1 or ...

jonh_nathan

Normally, originate Honda cub50cc is produced in decades 70s, 80s....not sure which years for cub 50cc in the market recently, be aware that market also have many fake with china`s product I saw some individual people sale the used 50cc yesterday ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
9786iytu

50cc bike, automatic wanted by 9786iytu

Hi I am looking for 50cc automatic motorbike. I think Honda Supercub is really cute, but I don't know if it is automatic or not.. Can anyone recommend me any shop or internet page where I can look for price? If it's a shop preferably in Q.1 or ...

jonh_nathan

I don`t believe in shop here for kind of used bike like Honda Cup...it`s out date, so if bike has any issue then become tough to find new equipment to replace... my thought there is no shop around here as i search on internet but have many ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
mairead24

Where to live close-ish to District 12? by mairead24

Hi all, My partner and I will be heading to Saigon mid-year and I will be working in district 12. Looking for some advice on somewhere to live that is easy enough to commute? Not sure yet if I will get a motorbike (really want to but a bit worried ...

jonh_nathan

well, we are in same dist :D, I`m living in dist 12 too...my home here, what i can recommend you for place should be around Tham Luong bridge ( local language: Cau Tham Luong ), this place is a border of Go vap distric, Tan binh dist and dist 12. ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
GuestPoster669

Just moved to HCMC :-) by GuestPoster669

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jonh_nathan

Hi, remember me ? Glad to be friend in this city, if you are interested in local friend then please add friend. Hope you enjoy your stay here Cheer Tang Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

jonh_nathan

contact me, near my home area is quite for training this, I used to train my brother from sweeden a couple of years ago, he finally can drive after some hours, I do for free... any guys interested in this feel free to contact me, i will sort my ... Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Anatta

Using an IPad in a cafe. Be careful by Anatta

I let the video speak for itself. http://vnexpress.net/gl/ban-doc-viet/video/2013/02/cuop-ipad-trong-quan-ca-phe-sai-gon/page_1.asp

jonh_nathan

I`m not care about the clip so much... that coffee shop looks like small place and convenient for robbers As my experience, never pick up the phone on the road( if you have phone call then stop and step to side whatever you are in safe position ), ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Donysisi

Och! I got hit by a motorbike today! by Donysisi

It hit on my left leg first and then scratch on my right leg while I cross the street without traffic light. I saw the guy drove bike with one hand, he didn't turn back but accelerate away. I didn't Feel much pain at first, so Didn't care it much. ...

jonh_nathan

sure,you guys can...your left eye for hot girl and your right eye for traffic, it`ll be more fun and safe Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
Donysisi

Och! I got hit by a motorbike today! by Donysisi

It hit on my left leg first and then scratch on my right leg while I cross the street without traffic light. I saw the guy drove bike with one hand, he didn't turn back but accelerate away. I didn't Feel much pain at first, so Didn't care it much. ...

jonh_nathan

I`m very experience with traffic in VN, in this case you should alarm him to stop his distract, that`s why vietnamese often make their alarm go off on the way... believe me, it`s not rude here Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
AnnieDuong

Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong

Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...

jonh_nathan

I thinks this one can be trusted http://muaban.net/cho-thue-nha-dat-quan-1-l5906-c34/quan-1-phong-cho-thue-trung-tam-q-1-id15415153 that price is reasonable for good place :) Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
AnnieDuong

Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong

Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...

jonh_nathan

pls try this ...hope you can read Vietnamese news ... Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
tly

Do motorbike dealers offer proxy "service" for expats buying new bike? by tly

Hi everyone, I want to buy a new Yamaha Exciter at an official yamaha dealer in SG, but I have no "proxy" (a vietnamese to buy the bike for me). So my question is, do the dealer offer that option? How does the transfer of ownership works? Where do ...

jonh_nathan

This one is CBR http://www.consumercourt.in/attachments/bike/8505d1346756282-honda-cbr-150r-honda-cbr-150r.jpg The price is 6k USD for new one CBR 150cc, it`s much more expensive for 250cc. Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
tly

Do motorbike dealers offer proxy "service" for expats buying new bike? by tly

Hi everyone, I want to buy a new Yamaha Exciter at an official yamaha dealer in SG, but I have no "proxy" (a vietnamese to buy the bike for me). So my question is, do the dealer offer that option? How does the transfer of ownership works? Where do ...

jonh_nathan

in additional, there is no news for CBR stolen...but for many usual bikes in this city. When you are on the road, CBR often be unique :D Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
tly

Do motorbike dealers offer proxy "service" for expats buying new bike? by tly

Hi everyone, I want to buy a new Yamaha Exciter at an official yamaha dealer in SG, but I have no "proxy" (a vietnamese to buy the bike for me). So my question is, do the dealer offer that option? How does the transfer of ownership works? Where do ...

jonh_nathan

i think you cen register your bike with your company... Do you like CBR style ? I`m using this one, it good as well...better yamaha exciter Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
tly

Do motorbike dealers offer proxy "service" for expats buying new bike? by tly

Hi everyone, I want to buy a new Yamaha Exciter at an official yamaha dealer in SG, but I have no "proxy" (a vietnamese to buy the bike for me). So my question is, do the dealer offer that option? How does the transfer of ownership works? Where do ...

jonh_nathan

hmm as I see you should not buy new one due to expensive, you can buy the used one in good condition with any name like your gf, your wife...the used one often with 1/2 price or 2/3 of new price. For yamaha exciter, have you ever used ambrayage ... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
GuestPoster669

Non-native speaker looking for a teaching job, any tips??!! by GuestPoster669

Hi all! I've just moved to HCMC last month and now currently looking for a job as an English teacher. I know most schools prefer native speakers, being asian and a non-native speaker doesn't help either. I grew up in the states so speak english at ...

jonh_nathan

how much for 1 hour if you work as tutor ? I`m seeking for myself.. Cheer Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
GuestPoster669

Newbie in HCMC, looking for awesome food places, any recommendation? by GuestPoster669

Hi all, I've just moved to HCMC from Indonesia last month. My bf and I are foodies. We're hoping to find a good Thai restaurant. We've tried Coriander and couple other places but it wasn't that great. We've heard Golden Elephant is really good but ...

jonh_nathan

try to enjoy more Viet food when you are here ;), by the way have you ever enjoy the "Con ga trong restaurant" in Dist 10 ? it`s Khomeh`s restaurant... i love that place Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
AnnieDuong

Moving to HCMC next month and i wanna make some friends :) by AnnieDuong

Well, hey, thanks for stopping by :) I'm moving to HCMC next month, from March 23. I was born in Bulgaria, lived in Hanoi for a while then moved to England, then back again..too much information I know :) anyway, I'm gonna move to HCMC for my new ...

jonh_nathan

hmm you work in dist 1 so better renting in dist 1... there are many apartment for renting, just look around to see which one is reasonable. Cheer Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Looking for a mattress and others

I sent message you last day regarding your renting... my home is very close to Tan Binh, full furniture like your demand... in other to buy mattress, fan, blanket you should better visit electric shop to pick up fan, furniture shop to pick up ... Read More

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jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago
UKGuyInSaigon

Looking for an accountant by UKGuyInSaigon

Hi Expatters! Does anyone know of any good, HCMC based accountants who are reasonably priced, who can do my tax returns, here and in the UK as appropriate (i.e. with good knowledge of tax regulations in both countries), taking into account income ...

jonh_nathan

I can introduce my expat friend in hcm, he has many years in AU, he also graduated from UK university, if you are interested then please email me ... Cheer Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 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... (>__

jonh_nathan

lols, you guys so fun :)), hope your life will be balance soon here... Read More

jonh_nathan
jonh_nathan replied to a thread
13 years ago

Where to buy second hand/ used Blackberry?

Here you are http://vatgia.com/khangvietmobile I bought one last year with 900k VND and still good so far, you can order they ship to your home in case you don`t have the way to come. any question feel free to ask HTH Cheer Read More

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13 years ago

looking for someone who wants to travel abroad!!!

what nation will be your target ? Read More

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13 years ago
Deelee271

Looking for flatmate in 4 stars apartment at budget rate. by Deelee271

Hi, I am female, just moving to Saigon due to work. Use to based in Hanoi before, I'm about renting a luxury 4 stars apartment in District 11. New building, brand new contemporary design furniture, located on 20th floor, wifi, kitchen, laundry ...

jonh_nathan

Sure, this`s true ! looking at last case in this city , a French guy fallen down from level 9 in Tan Binh dist by himself, I actually know his name is Alex, employee at CSC company.... in other hand, it take time to walk up stair or permanent using ... Read More

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13 years ago
khanh44

difference between HCMC and Saigon by khanh44

Hi, was just curious what's the difference between the HCMC and Saigon forum? Aren't they the same city? And can I make a suggestion for future expansion of this forum to have a Can Tho or mien tay forum section?

jonh_nathan

it`s similar...Saigon used for center downtown like dist 1 as an example, HCMC is used for whole districts. HTH Cheer Read More

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13 years ago
meadow20122

Can you answer my questions about your VERY high culture by meadow20122

Dear Vietnamese Friends! I respect your friendly nation!!! Can you answer my question about your VERY high culture I visited more countries more than 30 And I visited almost all Asia countries but I never saw non culture(lack of culture) as in ...

jonh_nathan

gee...i think this question should be sent to Education department or Goverment, they know well :D Read More

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13 years ago
benq

Be my Vietnamese Teacher Or Friend by benq

HI I've been in HANOI over a year but I could not speak Vietnamese at all. It is really....really...really...difficult. I am here for working and I think I might stay at HANOI quite long time (at least over several years..I guess) I've started to ...

jonh_nathan

i hope you will get on with stuffs here soon, if you stay in hcm i can invite you join with a group friend of mine. HN is quite far to do that Hopefully, you will find friends there soon cheer Read More

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13 years ago
rey0123

Life in Philippines by rey0123

Hello, I will be visiting Manila, Angeles Cebu and Boracay. The purpose of the trip is to determine where I would like to live. I was raised in Miami FL USA so Id like to have the city feel but im not interested in living somewhere too congested. ...

jonh_nathan

Ive considered vietnam but not many people speak English in that country.I spent 3 months in Thailand with little contacts due the language barrier.you can find a expat group to be friend and work with your job or teaching english, i see many Expat ... Read More

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13 years ago
rey0123

Life in Philippines by rey0123

Hello, I will be visiting Manila, Angeles Cebu and Boracay. The purpose of the trip is to determine where I would like to live. I was raised in Miami FL USA so Id like to have the city feel but im not interested in living somewhere too congested. ...

jonh_nathan

come to Vietname, my nation...it will easier, safer and cheaper...you can live well with 600-800$/month Don`t know much about Philipine, I`m learning what advantage to go there :D Read More

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13 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

Hmm maybe true one here, he has many experience with Muay, it will be great if you can help people practice Hi Muay, I'd love to come and train with you guys. I'm a but rusty and not as flexible as I used to be, But I'd love to train with a Thai ... Read More

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13 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

huraaa...i`m back, if you guys would like to learn this teacher then i will get in touch with him to have further schedule, he teach nunchaku in District 10. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HISKBjaCeqQ Please let me know if you are interest, we can ... Read More

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13 years ago
heny

Be careful to rent a room in Ho Chi Minh by heny

Dear friends, I only would like to share about my experience in Ho Chi Minh. I have been working in Vietnam for more than 1 year. During my stay, I rent a room in Phu Nhuan District, at Nguyen Trong Tuyen Street. It is owned by an old lady living ...

jonh_nathan

I feel sorry to hear that, why not have address and phone here for people avoid this bad service ? Anyway you can deal with landlord to have best service before contract, i think We used to do house service before, there was no deposit ...it`s ... Read More

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13 years ago
maximus0760

LOOKING FOR VIETNAMESE TEACHER by maximus0760

I am looking for Vietnamese language tuition, preferably twice a week, at my place in Phan Huy Ich (Go Vap). If interested, please contact me by email or on this number: 01263745154 Please state clearly: - your hourly fee; - your availability to ...

jonh_nathan

if you are looking for a Vnmese friend then it`s me... if you look for a tutor, I hope you can find one here ;) Cheer T Read More

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13 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

Hi there, I arrived in Ho Chi Minh a few days ago for my research project and looking forward to find some schools where I can train martial arts such as Vovinam and etc. I went through the city today to looki for one school I found online and ... Read More

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13 years ago
seand86

Teacher in HCM by seand86

Hi guys, So basically I am looking to take a break from working in London and make the jump to Ho Chi Minh in mid November. The plan is to teach English for a year and then see what happens. I know a couple of people already out there, but feel ...

jonh_nathan

Are you Sean my friend in HN, London ? lols, i have a friend who has same name with yours lols, hopefully you have a good time here with new challenge Read More

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14 years ago
GuestPoster465

New to HCMC seeking friends who live in D1 by GuestPoster465

Hello...i am from England, . i am 53 years old, very tall 195cm and slim built.. i have a 15 year old daughter (Hannah) who is still in England living with her mother, i was born in Chelsea, London. Although i am 53 years old i have a very young ...

jonh_nathan

Hi Nice to meet you here, hopefully you have a great time and business in VN. I`ve added your contacts Cheer Read More

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14 years ago
EMILYTAI

Learning Vietnamese Language by EMILYTAI

Any good Vietnamese Language Center can be suggest to me which is available in HCMC, District 1 for weekend/evening class?

jonh_nathan

do you wanna exchange language as a friend to friend ? if you interested then please feel free to drop me a line. I would like to have more friends to practice English, i also can help you to approach VNmese language as well, not need to pay any ... 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, ...

jonh_nathan

Why we don`t plan for a short time in Phil ? price is the same....actually, i intend to go there for some months but need to ask my Boss if he allow me there...sometime I have same your opinion ! Hopefully, your skills will be in good progess Read More

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14 years ago

Looking for a native English person who can help to correct the Diss.

if you found anyone, also please share me ! i need one to help me improve my Eng too Thanks so much.. Read More

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14 years ago
moustachiogordon

Just arrived, looking for house-sharing partner(s)/ new mates welcome! by moustachiogordon

Hello all, I'm a 23 year old Irish male just recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh City. Landed myself some part-time English teaching work and I'm looking to move out of my hotel and into some proper accomodation! I'm very friendly and sociable (bit of ...

jonh_nathan

I`m local people...currently, I`m living with parent in a comfortable house but unfortunely, I`m not happy with my parent`s decision... so to against them, I `m planning for moving out of this house...is there any room for rent within dist 3,1,Phu ... Read More

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14 years ago
susu83

Rooms for rent facilities??? by susu83

Hi guys, How are you? I'm Vietnamese, female. I have lived in Ho Chi Minh city for years. IÂ’m going to build my own house (locates at the downtown - Vo Van Tan street, ward 6, district 3; very short distance to Tao Dan Park, Water puppet show ...

jonh_nathan

i`m Vietnamese but have some idea for your question :D Q1. Normally, room for parent is around 5x5m...bigger is fine as well, room often has private bathroom inside... Room for children are smaller, not need restroom inside...for your case, room ... Read More

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14 years ago

HI every one !

Hi there Hope you will find job here in near future....i`m here to work as a system admin, miss hcm... Read More

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14 years ago

HI every one !

I'm from Hochiminh city, Vietnam, i hope one day i can come to London for working there, nice to meet you all :)Welcome here ! i`m vietnamese like you, living in London for work... nice to meet you. By the way, my home is in HCMC Hope you have a ... Read More

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14 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in London by expat.com

We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in London :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...

jonh_nathan

I've always found it difficult to make friends in Londonhow about now ? if you dont mind, can be my friend, I`m still new here. Except work, I`m just at home, lazy to go out alone cheer Read More

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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

i form thailand , live in phu my hung now i try to setup muaythai club in phu my hung for me share some muaythai to all who interest, who can provide venue ? thank youif you guy have a place to practice then we can take part together, there are ... Read More

jonh_nathan
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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

i form thailand , live in phu my hung now i try to setup muaythai club in phu my hung for me share some muaythai to all who interest, who can provide venue ? thank youif you guy have a place to practice then we can take part together, there are ... Read More

jonh_nathan
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14 years ago
DavidLang

Tang Soo Do by DavidLang

Hi, If anyone in HCMC want to meet up and practise Tang Soo Do forms and techniques give me a call or leave a reply :) I train both Tang Soo Do and ITF Tae Kwon Do, but haven't found anywhere to do Tang Soo Do in HCMC. If you have trained before ...

jonh_nathan

Hi John, I would be very happy to show you the style, perhaps we can meet sometime next week, when are you free? If you want you can check out more about TSD here Malta Tang Soo DoI`m very happy to hear that maybe the weekend is fine for me... ... Read More

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14 years ago
DavidLang

Tang Soo Do by DavidLang

Hi, If anyone in HCMC want to meet up and practise Tang Soo Do forms and techniques give me a call or leave a reply :) I train both Tang Soo Do and ITF Tae Kwon Do, but haven't found anywhere to do Tang Soo Do in HCMC. If you have trained before ...

jonh_nathan

do you mean practice to kick the tool in somewhere ? I practice teakwondo and didn`t train for long years ago. Black belt level 2...hope can join you guyHi, I was looking for someone to practise the Tang Soo Do hyungs/poomse with but if you want we ... Read More

jonh_nathan
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14 years ago
DavidLang

Tang Soo Do by DavidLang

Hi, If anyone in HCMC want to meet up and practise Tang Soo Do forms and techniques give me a call or leave a reply :) I train both Tang Soo Do and ITF Tae Kwon Do, but haven't found anywhere to do Tang Soo Do in HCMC. If you have trained before ...

jonh_nathan

Hi, If anyone in HCMC want to meet up and practise Tang Soo Do forms and techniques give me a call or leave a reply :) I train both Tang Soo Do and ITF Tae Kwon Do, but haven't found anywhere to do Tang Soo Do in HCMC. If you have trained before ... Read More

jonh_nathan
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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

Hey, Is this club nanchaku? do they practice others as well? That would be cool Ill go with, Im in Dist 7 phu my hung. i might be buisy this friday but what times do you meet at the park?My friend often come there on Evening, Thursday...they teach ... Read More

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14 years ago
rubyle134

help me!!! by rubyle134

Hello, I need to practice my English, could you help me? My speaking skill is so bad, i need to improve it. Thanks for reading, Ruby

jonh_nathan

sorry Mod, I really not aim to ads...that link was a place to learn, also don`t have to pay any school fee...me and some poor student here often come there to learn... Thanks Read More

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14 years ago
bawdseyben

Private English Tutoring Tips by bawdseyben

Hi, I would like to try a bit of private english tutoring in HCMC. I am a CELTA-qualified teacher who currently works for the largest language school in the city. Can any english teachers give me any tips as to the best way that I can go about ...

jonh_nathan

We are looking for English teacher. Please send your profile to email: info@englishhouseonline.netDo you pay Viet Kieu who are native speakers of English the same rate as a white person who has the same qualifications?WideAwake is fair, I like your ... 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 ...

jonh_nathan

hmm let me leave the computer then check to see what thing i don`t use....do you have a group of friend to help children ? Read More

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14 years ago
rubyle134

help me!!! by rubyle134

Hello, I need to practice my English, could you help me? My speaking skill is so bad, i need to improve it. Thanks for reading, Ruby

jonh_nathan

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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

Ah thanks, Would you be interested in going with? we could make sign language together to figure something out..I`m Vietnamese so i can help you guy, mate lols ...maybe I will need to sort out my time first...not need to learn so far in dist ... Read More

jonh_nathan
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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

I`m not remember exactly address but I know the where is it...in dist 1, I also intended to practice there previous....:)), or we can meetup here then go to club lols Read More

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14 years ago
jovani_g_tablezo

wants information about Tanh Hao by jovani_g_tablezo

Hello people! I will visit Tanh Hao City a week from now. Give me some informations about the place, most specially in Minh Khai. What is the peace and order situation? Do the place has malls and entertainment, like theater and theme park? Is it ...

jonh_nathan

Hello Vent yes you are correct, tanh hao city, that's my viet friend wrote in my skype vent, do you live in that place, please answer the questions i wrote jayI don`t like that city.....nothing to visit ! should ask the price before decide to buy ... Read More

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14 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

jonh_nathan

why not for nunchaku ? :rolleyes: Read More

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14 years ago
Thegratefulspirit

Looking for travel companions/friends in Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh by Thegratefulspirit

Hi guys! I'll be traveling alone to Vietnam this February. I'm looking for available people to show me around. Thank you.

jonh_nathan

Hi girl ! I`m living in HCM, VN feel free to contact and be friend... welcome to VN Read More