danny tan
@Dannytan
Malaysian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Malaysian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks english cantonese malay
Registration: 09 December 2013
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
I have been using Aquafina now for 3 months and so far so good. A bottle of 5 litre is 18k and i also boiled the water. Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
Check out the you tube on filter water in Vietnam home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c48nduEvufc Read More
Good Hair Products
Can you recommend one which you use? Mine do not have Nioxin products. Thanks. Read More
Good Hair Products
Hi, Does anybody know of a place specializing in good hair shampoo, conditioners etc for the hair. I could not find my Nioxin shampoo and conditioner. Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
Hi Richard, It was wonderful get together as the McD air condition really help on the very hot day. The short walk to the crab noodle place is good planning too. Enjoy the crab soup, and all of us never would have found this place if not of you. ... Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
McD is a short 15 min walk from my place. See you all tomorrow. Read More
Flight MH370 by Richard Loo
We were very saddened to learn of flight MH370.We extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to all families for their loss. Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Let us pray for them. Thank you
Officially, the plane still is "missing" according to Malaysian authorities. However, there is bad news as Vietnam Navy officers found a large oil slick in the ocean. This usually means a large vessel like a plane being crashed in the ocean. Many ... Read More
Anyone enjoy listening or dancing BACHATA?
There are a few places to enjoy Latin music in HCM city. However, salsa music are mainly played. The Saigon Bar at Caravelle hotel has a live band playing lots of Cha Cha with Bachata music. Regina Cafe on Friday and Lasalsa on Saturday have DJ ... Read More
Prices of Food increase after Tet
You right, looks like I cannot run away from inflation globally. Malaysia experiences price increases on salts and sugar and gas late last year. After that food in restaurant and transport all went up. Now just after a month here and feeling the ... Read More
Prices of Food increase after Tet
Anyone notice the price increase of food? Or am I having amnesia. It seems to me that my few regular eating places have price increases. This only on the daily food like Com, Pho, Hu Tieu, etc. Transport and big ticket things have not change. One of ... 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 ...
Last weekend I was at other Latin music party too. So on friday, Regina Cafe is the place to be. Saturday another place also have latin music. Is at a place call LaSalsa located at Troung Dinh and Nguyen Dinh Chieu. By the way, there is a good latin ... Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
This Sunday is good and I will be there. If is weekly get together, Shen you can join next week, right? Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
So the large family hospital is a government hospital. That is a big difference in cost. In fact some government hospital in Malaysia are good now with state of the art medical equipment. Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
To me drinking water or water awareness is very important when travelling. My experience tell me so as not here but even in Malaysia i had fell sick before from bottle drinking water. Water need to be properly treated, filtered and boiled before ... Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
For these 30 + days living here, I have been drinking Aquafina and Lavie bottled water as suggested. I am fine and no problem with these two brands. I also boil the water though but is more of a personal preference as I drink hot teas a lot. As ... Read More
Latin Music and Dancing Weekly
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 ... Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
Hi Shen, We will post it on this forum the date and time plus confirm venue. Probably turning out to be a malaysian Club in Ho Chi Minh city. Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
The location of their new outlet is at 27 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai. Is between Hai ba trung and Pasteur. Cinakuih is back in Malaysia now, and will be back next week. I think weekend anytime is good with me but weekdays some will be working so lunch or ... Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
I have no problem meeting up. However, D1 is more center to have a meeting place. I would suggest meeting at Urban Station Coffee. It is new so is very clean, serve varieties of drinks from coffee, tea, juices so cater to different individuals. The ... Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC --> Đồng Nai 2/23/2014 by Tran Hung Dao
Hi folks. Hope you enjoyed your lunar new years celebrations. Now as the country starts back its economic engines, it's a great time to take notice of those left behind...by this I really mean left behind...as in abandoned! We're talking about ...
Hi General Tran Hung Dao, It was a great honor to meet a great General, defender of Vietnam now the defender of underprivileged babies. Carry on the good cause and hope one day you this choice you made will make their lives better off. Great place ... Read More
hi from ho chih ming city
Hi, There is no official weekly meet up place to assist newbies. You can get a lot of information from the blog if you search for specific needs. I am in D1 and if you around area can meet lunch or coffee. I already been here one month and not so ... Read More
Where do expat meet up? by Richard Loo
Many of us are newbie like your truly and we are fairly new in HCM. Is there any place where expats can meet up or gather together to exchange ideas and experience? The Metro -Lotteria or the new Parkson with Big C would be a good place? any ...
Hi richard, There is no official weekly meet up place to assist newbies. You can get a lot of information from the blog if you search for specific needs. I was told other Expat.coms have more gathering with certain specific groups like business ... Read More
Convoy For Babies (CFB) HCMC --> Đồng Nai 2/23/2014 by Tran Hung Dao
Hi folks. Hope you enjoyed your lunar new years celebrations. Now as the country starts back its economic engines, it's a great time to take notice of those left behind...by this I really mean left behind...as in abandoned! We're talking about ...
Hi Tran Hung Dao, According to the Ben Thanh bus attendant, bus 12 go to Bien Hoa Dong Nai. It will also according to him pass by Big C. I will have to catch the first bus at 6.30 morning to Big C at 8am. Meet you guys at the Big C and I will need ... Read More
Looking for a male partner to learn Bachata
Where are they located and is the offer still open? They are a few clubs around city center having Salsa dances. Less of bachata songs but i do enjoy Latin music and dances. Read More
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 ? ...
HoiAn and Danang might be a good choice too. HoiAn a small but popular tourist town and Danang a big city but not as congested as HCM city. Both these cities are close by so when you need big city needs, Danang is close by. HoiAn should be quiet and ... Read More
Large pieces of cardboard
There is one shop selling shipping container near or at junction of Hai Ba Trung and Nguyen Du. If is not then is another street next to it. I saw it when passing by a week ago. Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Sure missmae, let me know which day and time is good. In the morning the Lunch Lady will not be open as she does only Lunch crowd about 11am onwards. Also, each day she would have different type of noodle soup. You can PM me to meet up. Read More
Yoga in HCMC by Satran
Hello, There's probably the same thread somewhere but i couldn't find it. I used to do Yoga in the past but haven't done it for quite a while now. Kinda need to do it again to get back in shape, afterwork or during weekends. Could anybody ...
Thanks Missmae, I will check it out to see it is suitable for me or not. Good information and is real close to where I stay. One good advantage point. ciao' Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
I was passing by a restaurant call Khai Minh on Dien Bien Phu (not too far from hcm first ever McD :idontagree: ), feeling hungry and went in to try. I look at their simple menu without english, and order the banh xeo. Although nobody but me, it ... Read More
Looking for a sharehouse in D1 or close too.... by AutumnTran
Hey Guys, I'm basing myself in HCMC for the next 3 - 6 months. I've been here a week now. Looking for a sharehouse (did not think it would be this hard!) Ideally D1 or D7. Budget is US$300 Max. I'm here to improve my Vietnamese - so am totally open ...
Check out Hem 18 on nguyen thi min Khai. Plenty of rooms available as you walk by and very convenient. Read More
Yoga in HCMC by Satran
Hello, There's probably the same thread somewhere but i couldn't find it. I used to do Yoga in the past but haven't done it for quite a while now. Kinda need to do it again to get back in shape, afterwork or during weekends. Could anybody ...
A friend suggested I should take up Yoga. It is very beneficial from what I gather from internet and so forth. I am pretty sure HCM city have some Yoga as I passes by California and yoga center ( a good one at Ben thanh market). Also, on Ky Dong I ... Read More
Foreign restaurants, chains, franchises- Are they ruining HCMC? by jonnybgood
There seems to be a new Starbucks, Burger King, Gloria Jeans, Coffee Bean, now McDonalds and numerous other (mainly american) franchises opening up every five minutes in HCMC. The pearl of the far east is starting to look like every other fucking ...
I was a little surprise that the american fast food restaurant only recently start opening up here in Vietnam. I saw a few Burger Kings and actually Mac Donald just open their first outlet near where I live. If you wondering how their business is ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Hi Ngoc, Yes there are so many restaurants closeby in D1. I heard also that Al fresco got good review from Yuli and on the internet. However, Ciao Bella got good review and recommend to have better Pizza. I prefer the thick crust especially when ... Read More
Where to watch US Superbowl Game in HCMC? by Julian09
Anyone know of a place that's broadcasting the 2014 Super Bowl game, and the time? District 1 would be handy.
Well, is really very early in the morning but will try. Keep us posted on the game time and TAILGATE. Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Got you loud and clear Yuli, sure will keep in mind the two restaurants Hoa Viên Brauhaus & Al Frescos. I am here for the local dishes that make your country so unique to the world. As ChrisFox mention the best vietnamese dishes he ever tasted is ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Hi Yuli, I have tried Bready, Nem and Hoang Hanh at NTMK. Bready is clean and serve some western dishes. However their specialty is beef steak and seems quite popular among the locals. The specialty of Hoanh Hanh is their Banh Cuon and the owner ... Read More
Find friends for cafe or drinking beer around district 1 by KienPham
Hi everyone, I'm vietnamese but I just move to district 1 and I don't have any friends at there. So I would like to make friends with all of you to cafe or drink beer for chatting. I stay at Nguyen Trai street, neer Ton That Tung... my email: ...
Come to USC, few of us are usually here for coffee, drinks and chill out. Read More
Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus
Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...
We usually here at Urban Station Cafe. It is in District 1 so if interested can meet here. the drinks are great and price reasonable. Read More
Stomach Cramps from street food or ice tea by missmae
So one of my Viet Kieu friends has terrible stomach cramps since Friday. We went out for street food (bbq and drinks with ice, no alcohol). However the cramps got worse over the weekend, starting to be unregulary and bearable but yesterday when we ...
That is good to hear your friend is fine and your recommendation of hospital is in my list. Is also good to know the facility here is good. Malaysia did also improve on the medical equipment and even the public hospitals have state of the art ... Read More
Stomach Cramps from street food or ice tea by missmae
So one of my Viet Kieu friends has terrible stomach cramps since Friday. We went out for street food (bbq and drinks with ice, no alcohol). However the cramps got worse over the weekend, starting to be unregulary and bearable but yesterday when we ...
That is good. I stay closeby , so will take note on Victoria ospital. Read More
Stomach Cramps from street food or ice tea by missmae
So one of my Viet Kieu friends has terrible stomach cramps since Friday. We went out for street food (bbq and drinks with ice, no alcohol). However the cramps got worse over the weekend, starting to be unregulary and bearable but yesterday when we ...
The other time when I had a pain in the stomach and the doctor prescribe for me the antibiotic pills (2 kinds). Besides pain i had the fever and headache too. Maybe your friend is just a slight case compare to mind. The stomach pain and not walking ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
I remember sitting in my sofa one day and appeared on TV is none other then the famous Anthony Bourdain on Food Channel. He was the hero in the food episode for 'No Reservation Vietnam'. He was eating as the camera roll, the pho, the com, the bahn ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
I will try the street food place at the ton thuc thang one day. Yes, I think USA has not only best Vietnam food with hygiene, i am pretty sure the best malaysian , thailand food also. mì xầu giòn hải sản, that is the crispy fried ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Staying at alley of NTMK is really really convenient. Not too far away is a restaurant call NGON. I believe is on Pasteur. Is a must for foodies who come to Vietnam. The restaurant is fill with so many varieties of Vietnamese food all over the ... Read More
2014 English clubs by I do believe
I salute those that start and maintain English Clubs. Anyone who who has current information can help those wanting this involvement by posting up to date information on this thread. Today is January 20, 2014. I would be willing to help any start ...
yes, i am willing to assist you on this matter as much as possible. Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
There is a Malaysian restaurant on Vo Van Tan call Banana Leaf. Even have a cook flipping making the roti chanai (bread) in front of the restaurant. There is a big pot of curry for the roti dip,spice of life. Anybody tried ? Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
in malaysia especially in penang island, the street food is really good and have plenty to choose from. the cuisines are pretty unique from the diversity of the people. Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
That is a little far off Chris. You talking about the holiday island in the south. Maybe a trip for tet festival, but then again is it open? The Bun Bo Hue at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi is very good. If you happen to be in the area and ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
Hi All, Chris and Anatta, you two got me really hungry right. All the talk about USA having the best Vietnamese food work up my appetite. I bet you all the gastronomical chef in good old US of A make better vietnamese, or thai, or shall i say ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation by Dannytan
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ...
I was walking on Mac Dinh Chi street the other day and thought of trying the chicken noodle soup. From the local customers savoring the bowl of chicken noodle soup thought of trying but then I have eaten. I bet in the good old US of A everything is ... Read More
Food Glorious Food recommendation
Hi All, One big reason for deciding to live in Vietnam is the food. So fresh and delicious, varieties and flavorful. From a simple but fresh spring roll to the classic pho is really amazing. I am leaving now at Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Mac Dinh Chi ... Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
I look at the Hanh Phuc Hospital website and they look like specializing in women, children and fertility care.This is definitely good to know more and more good international standard medical services coming to HCM. By the way, Hanh Phuc is a ... Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
Thanks for the list medical establishments with details of location and contacts. Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
Family medical clinic is good also but not sure have in patient service. Their charge is usd50 per consultation. When I was at SOS, they told me their charges is usd150. So is three time as much already. Whatever the reason they charges so much for ... Read More
Health insurance
Hi Chris, I am not sure you could get AIA or not but they must be world wide. I have AIA in Malaysia. In Malaysia the popular ones are AIA, Prudential, and Great Eastern. I am pretty sure these are world wide and Vietnam may have. I have a medical ... Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
Thanks for the information Dan. FV is the Franco vietnam hospital at D7. I heard also that the Victoria hospital is also a good choice and is at D1. For local hospitals, there are Medical university Hospital at D5 and Medic hospital at D10. These ... Read More
The vista D2 by Jquinoq
:cool: I'm moving into The Vista Somerset Vista Ho Chi Minh City D2. I here mixed reviews about the area.......anyone know this area and is it safe and a good area for a newbie to hcm? :joking:
I just came here last week and stayed near Somerset but in D1. Cannot tell you about D2 but D1 here is so convenient for me. Food and shops are nearby. Plus around Somerset D1 is nearby old french colonial buildings, museum, zoo, universities, ... Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM by Dannytan
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ...
Hi Shen, The hospital that Vietnam airline took me to is SOS international hospital. There are a few things that we can learn from my experience. This hospital is really expensive. I was admitted in a private hospital in Malaysia for USD1000, but ... Read More
Good recommendation Hospital and Clinic in HCM
Hi All, I had a bad experience last year while coming to Vietnam. Got on the plane and felt really sick and have to be admitted to hcm hospital. The next day fever and headache, and stomach pain did not go away so decided to catch a plane back to ... Read More
Any good western hospitals or clinics in Nha Trang?
In december as i was flying into HCMC, got very sick and have to be admitted to International clinic call SOS. My experience is not very good, do not consider this one. If there is an International SOS hospital in Nha Trang better think twice before ... Read More
Best way of learning Vietnamese by Dannytan
Hi All, Like to ask the question from expat who have been learning Vietnamese in the past. Which is a better method. 1) Find a school that teaches, once or twice a week 2) A group get together to learn from members 3)Also I was able to find a book ...
Wow this is great good feedback. For now looks like the book is good as it is used by a University here to teach foreigner. Will start with this first and then go to class lesson and using it daily as much as possible. Anybody interested can get the ... Read More
Best way of learning Vietnamese
Hi All, Like to ask the question from expat who have been learning Vietnamese in the past. Which is a better method. 1) Find a school that teaches, once or twice a week 2) A group get together to learn from members 3)Also I was able to find a book ... Read More
Salsa class in Ho Ch Minh
Hi Kate, Walking on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai towards city after passing Nam Ky Koi Nghia i saw a building with some latin music and dancing. Sorry not sure what is about as mostly in Vietnamese. Also, La Salsa have class and salsa dancing. ciao' Read More
Hello HCMC, I'm Shen by Helloshen
Hi everyone :) I'm new to the forum and just arrived at HCMC a couple days ago. I'm from Malaysia and I've spent the last couple of years studying and working in the UK. As I just got posted here for a new role, I'm looking to make new friends ...
That is a good idea as I have not tried Secret Garden. If is better then NGON die die must try! If Shen or anybody like to join will be great. Keep me posted or I message you to get lunch or dinner. ciao' Read More
Hello HCMC, I'm Shen by Helloshen
Hi everyone :) I'm new to the forum and just arrived at HCMC a couple days ago. I'm from Malaysia and I've spent the last couple of years studying and working in the UK. As I just got posted here for a new role, I'm looking to make new friends ...
Likewise Shen. The good thing about NGON to me you can try or choose from many different varieties. As compare with NTMK area food a bowl of noodle will cost 20k to 30k higher. Basicly, you pay for the ambiance. NTMK is short for Nguyen Thi Minh ... Read More
Hello HCMC, I'm Shen by Helloshen
Hi everyone :) I'm new to the forum and just arrived at HCMC a couple days ago. I'm from Malaysia and I've spent the last couple of years studying and working in the UK. As I just got posted here for a new role, I'm looking to make new friends ...
Hi, I am a fellow malaysian too just came few days ago. While I was walking few nights ago found this restaurant and is good but prices on the high side. Is call NGON on 160 pasteur. You can basicly get most of your local dishes here. You can look ... Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
Alright, seems like if I need to buy bottled water then stick with this brands Aquifina, lavie, vin hao. But the best is get a filter and if get a filter reverse osmosis. How much is the filter and is it easy to get install and how much? much ... Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe? by Dannytan
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny
Thanks. You right most likely no. Is it easy to get a home filter and install? Read More
Domestic drinking water? How safe?
Hi All, I was told that the water supplied at my house is domestic drinking water, what is it? I presume that it is from the tap. If so how safe is it to drink. ciao' danny Read More
Visiting HCMC for 4 days
Hi, Go visit Notre Dame church and the area surrounding it. It is nice to walk around and take some pictures. Do not forget the food, eat as much as you can and enjoy the varieties of noodle dishes here. ciao' danny Read More
Who wanna travel to Da Lat next weekend?
Hi, Da Lat is a cool place. I am interested to know more and i will message you for more information. ciao' danny Read More
How safe it is on a late night? by Dannytan
Hi All, Last night after dinner and a cafe at HCMC center near Notre Dame church, decided to take a walk back to NTMK Dakao ward. I am thinking is it safe to walk on the street at about say 11.30 at night? Safe in the sense of robbery, snatch ...
Hi All, Thanks for all the feedback and from what I heard it is normal in city to be able to do casual walk in HCM city but late at night I will take a Taxi. I will do the casual , leisure walking in the morning and afternoon, anytime after 11pm ... Read More
How safe it is on a late night? by Dannytan
Hi All, Last night after dinner and a cafe at HCMC center near Notre Dame church, decided to take a walk back to NTMK Dakao ward. I am thinking is it safe to walk on the street at about say 11.30 at night? Safe in the sense of robbery, snatch ...
It is 11.30pm so still have people around. In KL, I would say 11.30 pm in city center is alright but not in quiet and dark area/location. thanks. Read More
How safe it is on a late night?
Hi All, Last night after dinner and a cafe at HCMC center near Notre Dame church, decided to take a walk back to NTMK Dakao ward. I am thinking is it safe to walk on the street at about say 11.30 at night? Safe in the sense of robbery, snatch ... Read More
Hello Saigon by Xaviar84
Hi everyone, I'm a 29 year old English guy who recently relocated to Ho Chi Minh just two days ago having spent the last two years living in Thailand. I would love to meet fellow expats as well as some local Vietnamese people to really get to know ...
I just got here two days ago myself. I am staying in district 1. I cannot help you much on language as I am trying to learn it. Take care. Read More
New faces in Expat Blog by Samviet74
Hi! All Expat.com friends... Sam from Malaysia at HCMC work and living here. I wish to get know new friends as expat or local people here. Please share your experience here about life and info. It's my first time in Vietnam and I love this ...
Chinese cantonese, and i speaks english and malay language. Read More
New faces in Expat Blog by Samviet74
Hi! All Expat.com friends... Sam from Malaysia at HCMC work and living here. I wish to get know new friends as expat or local people here. Please share your experience here about life and info. It's my first time in Vietnam and I love this ...
Thanks Chris, sama sama to your country. I belief all country have their goodness so same with yours. Read More
New faces in Expat Blog by Samviet74
Hi! All Expat.com friends... Sam from Malaysia at HCMC work and living here. I wish to get know new friends as expat or local people here. Please share your experience here about life and info. It's my first time in Vietnam and I love this ...
Hi Sam, I just arrived to HCMC and also from Malaysia. The local food is wonderful here. Just tyrying to get around and learning things and this blog is great thing since slice bread. Apa khabar. Take care. ciao' danny Read More
Any Interest in a Eng/Viet Exchange Roundtable in Dist3 by turbopaved
Hi all, Does anyone in the expat-blog HCMC community have interest in joining an English/Vietnamese language exchange roundtable? I'm thinking about organizing a monthly 1-2hr get-together with the intent on practicing and exchanging these two ...
Hi All, I am interested in meeting the group for vietnamese language learning. I am non vietnamese speaking, english, cantonese, and malay. I am semi retired have put my work and business aside for travelling and relaxing time starting with HCM ... Read More
British Person Looking to Learn Vietnamese by JohnNeilDanielson
Hello Expats, I'm new in Ho Chi Minh (1 week and counting), and am looking to learn some Vietnamese to help me settle in the country, and generally help me get on. I wonder if the group would be able to suggest any language schools? Or maybe any ...
I am interested in learning too. Can contact my email Can also email me at dtan108@gmail.com Read More
Looking for volunteers for Teaching Charity at a temple in Dist.4 by huyentt
Dear Expats, Recently, I have been joining in a teaching charity which was taken place in Giac Nguyen Temple in Dist. 4. As we plan, we will open English classes for poor people who keen on studying English. There will be 3 classes per week (on ...
[Moderated: pls post your resume in the Volunteering in Ho Chi Minh City section] Read More
New football group by Rohaanaditya
Hey Guys, Moved to HCMC to work for a liquor brand. I do trade marketing and sales. Looking at forming a new group for football where we probably play 2-3 times a week, 5-6 a side max. Once on the weekends and twice during the week - post 6pm when ...
Where to gather n watch epl in d1 n 3 Read More