Roger
@rogergarinmichaud
French and Australian looking for information about Vietnam
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French and Australian
Speaks French, English, beginning to learn Greek
Registration: 04 July 2024
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Short term rentals of an apartment or house in Greece by rogergarinmichaud
Hello fellow 暗网禁区s and travellers !I was wondering what would be the best realestate company for a short term (6 months per year) in mainland Greece ?I do have the Spitogatos app on my phone but they offer mostly long term rentals (at least a full ...
look on utube - @concertina Thanks ! Will check it out Read More
What is Momo in Vietnam? by rogergarinmichaud
Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo...In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling.So I am not sure what is this ...
@vutuyen672Thanks a lot for the very detailed explanation.Now when you are talking about link to bank accounts is that limited to bank accounts in Vietnam or is that worldwide ? Read More
Short term rentals of an apartment or house in Greece
Hello fellow 暗网禁区s and travellers !I was wondering what would be the best realestate company for a short term (6 months per year) in mainland Greece ?I do have the Spitogatos app on my phone but they offer mostly long term rentals (at least a full ... Read More
Can British citizens buy a used car in Greece. by naddan2001
I am trying to buy a used car privately in Greece and travel in EU countries.I have an address here, but I am a British Citizen and hear only three month, would I be able to buy it without difficulty?I appreciate any advice.Many thanks
I am trying to buy a used car privately in Greece and travel in EU countries. I have an address here, but I am a British Citizen and hear only three month, would I be able to buy it without difficulty? I appreciate any advice. Many thanks - ... Read More
What is Momo in Vietnam? by rogergarinmichaud
Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo...In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling.So I am not sure what is this ...
@rogergarinmichaud The greatest advantage of using MoMo for payments (as opposed to simply using a banking app) is the special discounts available when paying through MoMo. The discounts vary from one company to another, but some of the best deals ... Read More
What is Momo in Vietnam?
Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo...In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling.So I am not sure what is this ... Read More
Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?
Looking at this from a slightly different perspective, if one is 70 years old it is very difficult to find a girlfriend of a similar age even if looking for one. - @Malcolmleitrim There are specific dating sites for over 60 if you really do a basic ... Read More
Money exchange at gold shops by tait64
Hello everyone,do anyone know how much dong you can exchange to australian dollars at gold shops in HCMC
Hello everyone,do anyone know how much dong you can exchange to australian dollars at gold shops in HCMC - @tait64 Current mid rate at CBA is VND 16640 per AUD so if you get 16000 go for it Read More
AUSTRALIAN OLD AGE PENSION by michaellieptourists
Is there anyone who is receiving there Australian old age pension in Vn? We would like to live permanently in Vn but can't get a clear statement from Social Security as to whether or how to do this... Can anybody in this situation help...
I went to centre link yesterday to ask about getting the pension in Viet Nam. There is no social agreement between the two countries so how do you get your pension ? - @MarkinNam HI Mark ! Edith and I are both receiving partial old age pension from ... Read More
What about cruises? by Dannyroc3
I have never taken a cruise before (not counting military deployments) but I understand that some of the deals are pretty good.what about in VN, does anyone have any info on the topic. Do people use travel agencies for cruises. The only thing I saw ...
@Dannyroc3 Never been on a cruise yet but explored the possibility of one day embarking for the trip of a lifetime so I selected a couple of companies :- Viking (their motto is: no kids no casino) because they do offer lectures on the visited places ... Read More
Which areas/neighborhoods are pleasant to live in ? by SeanNew
Hi all brothers and sisters:I am a college professor in the USA. Recently married a Vietnamese girl. We plan on settling in VN. Looking to find areas where weather is not too hot, not too cold. Currently, looking into Bao Loc area. Which ...
@Dannyroc3 As an experienced traveler, my advice is that you can find the Vung Tau area, which is close to the sea and close to the center of Ho Chi Minh City. If you want to learn more, you can contact me Whatapp *** Totally agree with the Bia ... Read More
Uber, Grab, Didi ? by rogergarinmichaud
Hello and good day to everyone !While in Australia we are using Uber, while in Vietnam we use Grab, while in India we used a couple of times Uber before dropping it (Uber India is totally unreliable) so is there something similar in Greece ?
Hi Roger! Try to use this broker: https://www.autoeurope.com On their Faq they say: "Rental car age restrictions in Greece limit anyone under 21 and, in some cases, over 75 from renting a car." Fill in the search form and uncheck the 25-69 box to ... Read More
Uber, Grab, Didi ? by rogergarinmichaud
Hello and good day to everyone !While in Australia we are using Uber, while in Vietnam we use Grab, while in India we used a couple of times Uber before dropping it (Uber India is totally unreliable) so is there something similar in Greece ?
@rogergarinmichaud Have you tried using booking [dot] com and go to the car rental section? In the search settings, you can tell them your exact age, as well as the usual info for pickup and collection etc. Maybe they will offer you something? - ... Read More
Uber, Grab, Didi ? by rogergarinmichaud
Hello and good day to everyone !While in Australia we are using Uber, while in Vietnam we use Grab, while in India we used a couple of times Uber before dropping it (Uber India is totally unreliable) so is there something similar in Greece ?
@Apprenti暗网禁区 Thanks a lot for the detailed explanation.Did try to book a car through Wisecars pick up at Athens international airport but because I am now 76 years old there was just nothing on offer ! So while overseas I use Uber/Grab/Didi and ... Read More
Uber, Grab, Didi ?
Hello and good day to everyone !While in Australia we are using Uber, while in Vietnam we use Grab, while in India we used a couple of times Uber before dropping it (Uber India is totally unreliable) so is there something similar in Greece ? Read More