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Hi All,
Just accepted an offer for work in HCMC yesterday and will be moving in the next few weeks to HCMC. Will be regionally responsible so a lot of travels.

Hello AlexWKBA. Welcome to the °µÍø½ûÇø.com Vietnam forum. Congratulations on your new position and on your upcoming move.

I have been to Vietnam before but never lived there though I have lived in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Manila. Any advice to share? Looking at getting a serviced apartment (at least for the beginning - suggestions)?
Cheers
Alex - @AlexWKBA

Tell us a little more about the sort of accommodations you'd be interested in.

Are you looking to live in an °µÍø½ûÇø enclave, or among the local VN people?

What price range would you be willing to entertain?

What is your expected length of stay? I ask because of potential lease requirements.

Hi All,
Just accepted an offer for work in HCMC yesterday and will be moving in the next few weeks to HCMC. Will be regionally responsible so a lot of travels.

I have been to Vietnam before but never lived there though I have lived in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Manila. Any advice to share? Looking at getting a serviced apartment (at least for the beginning - suggestions)?

Cheers
Alex - @AlexWKBA

Hi Alex! Welcome to the Vietnam Forum.

Serviced apartment sounds good. Just don't attempt to book anything long-term in advance.

We repeatedly advise people to book at least 3 days in advance at an affordable hotel or motel through one of the major booking apps (Agoda, BookingDOTcom, Trip Advisor, HotelsDOTcom, etc) and then personally view available listings before committing any money.

I didn't mention Airbnb because they are essentially banned now from being used to rent anything in that category.

Hopefully your employer offers employee assistance with relocation and even better if you've negotiated a good package with extra benefits that include a housing allowance.

Maybe though, ask yourself a few key questions about your lifestyle before you lock yourself into a certain type of lodging:

Do you think you'll be cooking for yourself much or will you be eating out and hanging food delivered?

I ask because it's possible you don't really need a kitchen. So you might not need a true standard apartment.

Especially since you will be traveling a lot, a nice, full-service hotel could possibly fit your needs and maybe save you money.

Good quality hotels and hotel/apartments in Vietnam are usually quite willing to store luggage while frequent guests travel around the region.

You get the advantage of "checking out" when you hit the road and checking back in when you return, having your items in storage returned to you in your new room.

It's a bit of an old school approach and may not fit your needs. Just thought I'd toss the idea out there if you'll be on the road more often than you'll be in town.

Good luck and let us know about any other specific questions.

Cheers!

O.B.