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@mikeymac

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Australian looking for information about Vietnam

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Australian, Married

Registration: 06 January 2016

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5 months ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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mikeymac

Agreed Aidan, I certainly wouldnt do it for heavier traffic with trucks and busses though, just for crossing thru a never ending flow of bikes. Read More

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5 months ago
dvdcrusher

How to meet a Vietnamese woman for a long relationship/marriage by dvdcrusher

Hi what is the best way and location to meet an honest and caring Vietnamese woman for a relationship/marriage? Any suggestions?

mikeymac

Try the Vietnam Cupid web site, full of Vietnamese ladies looking for a relationship. The website can give you initial contact, the rest is up to you Read More

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5 months ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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mikeymac

Lennerd haha, yes Lennerd, dont cross if a bus or truck is coming Read More

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5 months ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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mikeymac

What not to do in Vietnam: When crossing a road heavy with traffic, dont stop or hesitate, keep moving, the traffic (mostly bikes) will flow around you. Read More

mikeymac replied to a thread
2 years ago
departed00

Vung Tau vs Da nang for living by departed00

I consider myself very lucky in that i'm able to keep my job in HCM but work remotely from either of the above cities. I'm planning a potential move in a few months, but am looking for feedback on living in both towns. I've lived in DN before ...

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You can get true blue Aussie meat pies in VT Read More

mikeymac replied to a thread
2 years ago
goodolboy

LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy

windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A

mikeymac

An englishman, a frenchman and an irishman were each asked what would they take with them if they knew in advance that they would be stranded on a deserted island.The Englishman said that  he would take my horse, so I could ride around the ... Read More

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2 years ago
Aidan in HCMC

Zoophobic? Might want to reconsider Vietnam as your expat destination by Aidan in HCMC

Though I don't consider myself to suffer from zoophobia, here are a few instances where I would have preferred to not have been exposed to some of VN's fauna.Motoring from D7 to D1 in Saigon one afternoon, I was about halfway through D4 when I ...

mikeymac

@Aidan in HCMC Crikey Mate, Give us the good news please! Read More

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2 years ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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mikeymac

The best book by Solzhenitsyn is called 'One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich' It is a short book of one of his days in a Gulag camp. Marvellous read. Read More

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2 years ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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How much can a Koala bear? Read More

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2 years ago
SimCityAT

Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT

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2 years ago
Good_Man

Help needed by Good_Man

Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...

mikeymac

Wishing you a speedy and safe recovery from what must have been a frightening experience. You will get better because you have a very positive outlook Read More

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2 years ago
Anh Pham46

Did you bring anything to Vietnam? by Anh Pham46

Hi guys, when you moved to vietnam, did you bring anything from the US? Like small appliances, small electronics, etc and use a converter? Or just buy it all new with the correct voltage/plug? I'm just wondering if I can bring some things over ...

mikeymac

Yes Swee Loke, you are correct. I should have made my post clearer. I was referring to the Permethrin spray that is designed to be sprayed on clothing, not the skin. It has a lasting effect that is not diminished by washing the clothes, at least for ... Read More

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2 years ago
Anh Pham46

Did you bring anything to Vietnam? by Anh Pham46

Hi guys, when you moved to vietnam, did you bring anything from the US? Like small appliances, small electronics, etc and use a converter? Or just buy it all new with the correct voltage/plug? I'm just wondering if I can bring some things over ...

mikeymac

Bring a good insect repellent, preferably one that can be sprayed on your clothing only, which will last a washing or two. Couldnt find this stuff in Saigon. The girls will love any pure lanolin cream or even better, lanolin with sheep placenta. Read More

mikeymac replied to a thread
3 years ago
Harry Pearl

1st timer traveling to Vietnam - several questions please by Harry Pearl

I have researched and find conflicting information - I am a US citizen, I would like to travel to Vietnam in March or April - but want to know - am I able to get a tourist visa (up to 30 day stay) now? When I go I will be traveling alone - flying ...

mikeymac

Common sense prevails HP, you will be safe and welcomed with the lovely sense of humour of the VN people. Learn and respect their culture, especially wrt the aged. Enjoy the astonishing food, amazing scenery and shopping. Carry hand sanitiser with ... Read More

mikeymac replied to a thread
3 years ago
OceanBeach92107

Vietnam Reopening for Tourists, With Conditions by OceanBeach92107

The three phase plan for allowing tourists from certain countries to enter Vietnam is now becoming clearer. Tourists will be highly restricted to one of the 5 locales and designated hotels, restaurants and specific activities of their tour ...

mikeymac

Found the link below which might be of interest if not already posted https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php Read More