

hongma
American looking for information about Vietnam
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Lives in , san francisco
Speaks vietnamese,english,french,chinese
Registration: 10 June 2010
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Too old? by Ramble235
Hello. I am an English teacher currently working in France. I have a degree, (Art), and a TEFL certificate. I have been teaching English for most of the past 10 years. My contract is coming to the end and I am considering relocating to Vietnam to ...

Go to HCMC, don't waste your time in Hanoi. I'm a Vietnamese - American man. Read More


new member seeking teaching job by teresa rose
Hi. My name is Teresa and I'm from South Africa. I have been travelling all over the world for the past six years teaching English to foreign students. I have just finished a three month stint of volunteer teaching in Phnom Penh and arrived in ...

I like to teach English as a volunteer in Phnong Pheng. Please help me to contact this place. I'm from USA.Thanks. Read More


moving to hanoi - working near Lotte center. Where is it safe to stay? by aya23
Hi i am jan . I'll bemoving to hanoi in a couple of months. My work is near lotte center. Where would be a safe place to stay? Is it difficult to find an apartment along that area? Thank you.

To me, the safest place to live in Hanoi is Hoan Kiem district . You can find a nice apt or studio at fair price.Here you can the bus no.9 to Lotto center. I'm staying at the old quarter of Hoan Kiem district, 2min walk to the famous lake and ... Read More


Recommendation for a decent hotel in Hanoi by Cloud9
Planning on staying in Hanoi for a few days while I check out the city. I don't really care much for anything fancy. Which hotel would you recommend? Preferably a low budge one under $40 a night. Thanks.

I suggest hotel Hoan Kiem at Hanh Trong street, one block from the Hoan Kiem lake; price $15-20, double bed, very clean, breakfast May be included.I stayed at this hotel for 1 month. The hotel have people who can speak English. Read More


Hoping to make some friends in Hanoi or Bac Ninh!! by kuripower101
Hi, I'm an °µÍø½ûÇø from Hong Kong ,and now currently work in Bach Ninh province. My name is Christina, 29 years old. I love exploring around and search for new restaurants. I would love to meet some food/travel buddies in Vietnam. PM me if you ...

I'm an °µÍø½ûÇø from USA, Vietnamese-American man living in the older quarter of Hanoi.love to show you around Hanoi etc. Read More


Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...

In Vietnam fire arms are forbidden to own.in general anywhere in Vietnam, young men on their motocyles will steal IPhone, expensive hangbads from anybody, These crimes happen coz people like to talk while walking or on riding on their ... Read More


Hanoi to BKK by ash78
Good day, does anyanyone know how to get from Hanoi to BKk by bus or train? I wanted to go to BKK but I want go by land as i want to explore beautiful views on the way. hope you can help. Thanks Ash

I'm not sure there is train from Ventiane to Bangkok. Read More


Hanoi to BKK by ash78
Good day, does anyanyone know how to get from Hanoi to BKk by bus or train? I wanted to go to BKK but I want go by land as i want to explore beautiful views on the way. hope you can help. Thanks Ash

Visa on arrival varies with each country! Vietnam only by air, Laos and Cambodgia by land is ok! pls check with travel or visa agent!!! Read More


Hanoi to BKK by ash78
Good day, does anyanyone know how to get from Hanoi to BKk by bus or train? I wanted to go to BKK but I want go by land as i want to explore beautiful views on the way. hope you can help. Thanks Ash

Is BKk Bangkok?if yes, take bus from Hanoi to Ventiane-Laos, then bus to a Thailand Northern city , then train to Bangkok. Read More


Cost of living in Vietnam for an °µÍø½ûÇø by Nguyet Truong
Hi All A friend of mine being from US just wants to know if he can survive in Vietnam with US$1,000/ month before getting a job. Based on your experience living here in Vietnam, could you please share your thoughts to my friend. I estimate the ...

I'm living in Hanoi(old quarter) with less than $1000 a month: $350 for a large room with kitchen, $200 for food, local bus as transportation, $100 for extra expenses and a nice GF. Read More


Teaching English Hanoi - Hourly rate by pilotadamp
Can anybody tell me what is the normal hourly rate for an experienced TEFL teacher in Hanoi ?

It's is between $20 to $25 per hour If you are female , native(white) from US, UK,etc. Read More


Retiring in Vietnam - Dazed and Confused ?? by beefbrisket
hello ExB :) im in the daydreaming/planning stage of my Vietnam retirement. ive been to HCM (a few times) and also surroundings like Mekong Delta and Vung Tau. ive also been reading and researching a few forums i can find on the net (mostly ...

2 things that will help you: 1) you cannot get a residence card in VN even if you retire.I'm a Vietnamese-American , retiring in Hanoi and I cannot a residence card. You can apply for a residence card if you can show that you are an EXPERT on ... Read More


Feedback Requested: Racism and Ageism in Teaching in Hanoi by intelligenthustler
Sorry for the long post. I wanted feedback specific to my situation. TL;DR Can I live in Hanoi/HCMC on my savings and a full time teacher’s salary, if I'm am older and non-white? Thank you in advance for any insight and assistance you can ...

With The US passport and business exp ,I'm sure You will live very well in either city with a 1000 dollars/ month.You can even afford a gf. I'm a vietnamse-American, 72, retiring in Hanoi.My expense is only 800dollars/ month with a very ... Read More


travelling to Hanoi on new year eve by viv118
Hi there, we will spend our new year in hanoi. Just wondering if there's anyone willing to help us or advice us on our trip planning? Dozen thanks!

When you arrive in Hanoi,call me at 0125-324-7876.I'm Lucian,man,from USA. Read More


Tourist Type Visas and Extensions by dongbathin
I have heard a number of stories about Tourist type Visas. I understand a 3 month visa is avail with two 30 day extensions. Is that correct now? Also, if my visa is expiring is it OK to travel across border to Cambodia or Laos, remain a couple hrs ...

If you can, find "THE ROUGH GUIDE to VIETNAM" at a library.Read page 35 on "red tape and visas". Read More