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Australian looking for information about Vietnam

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Registration: 29 July 2017

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5 years ago
Shamooowne

Gym or Hiit classes by Shamooowne

Hi guys I have been in HMC for 1.5 months now and I live in D1 in the Da Kao area - so close to D2 and 3. I've been trialing many gyms and classes, I absolutely loved Saigon Sports Centre (but it's in D7 and too expensive) and UFC gym in ...

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Contact http://masterbodies.com/ He was my personal trainer for 3 months. Highly recommended, I got the results i wanted. End result, 12kgs and 19 % body fat percentage. He is based in D7 and will travel to you. His work does not require any fancy ... Read More

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6 years ago
GuestPoster2674

Gym with open space and free weights by GuestPoster2674

I've been having trouble looking for a simple gym with open space and free weights. A lot of gyms I've seen are filled with machines and don't have any open space. I don't need a lot of equipments except for some dumbells and ...

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The kickboxing one in D7 quoted me 3.5 M for three months just for use of the facilities because I specifically requested it. I think normally they provide a personal training service but I didn’t take the trial.”l Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
baptiste93

Make Stickers / Print flyers in Ho Chi Minh City by baptiste93

Hello, I am looking for a company in Saigon to make stickers and flyers. I am looking to print A6 leaflets. Currently, they come up to 2.5k each which I think is too high. If you know anything, would greatly appreciate your suggestions. ...

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Hi I met an uber driver who's main job was to run a printing company. I dont quite understand the economics around car uber drivers but I'm guessing that people who own cars do Uber driving as a side job. I can send you a pic of his ... Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

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I briefly looked into this, and my research suggests that it is a huge pain in the butt to import cars and motorbikes. You need documents to prove that you are the first owner of the vehicle l, it can’t be more than XX years old, and once ... Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
Sean Brown

Moving to HCMC - advice needed! by Sean Brown

Good morning, everyone. I am offered a job in HCMC, before making a decision, may I, please, ask you for advice? 1. My job offer is monthly salary USD 5,000 + USD 20,000 a year schooling (I have a 7-year old daughter)+ USD 24,000 a year accomodation ...

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Yes, private driver would be ideal. Or otherwise a budget for Uber/Grab. It’s dirt cheap compared to what you would pay at home so might be a feasible thing to negotiate. Read More

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6 years ago
mashamariachernova

Martial Arts in Ho Chi Minh City by mashamariachernova

Hi Guys, was wondering if someone could recommend martial arts school in Sai Gon, where foreigners could join for trainings. would appreciate ANY help&recommendation!!! Warmest greetings,Masha Maria

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Hey Jonathon, Have you found what you are looking for? Ive been looking for a place somewhere in D7. Any luck yet? Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
Sean Brown

Moving to HCMC - advice needed! by Sean Brown

Good morning, everyone. I am offered a job in HCMC, before making a decision, may I, please, ask you for advice? 1. My job offer is monthly salary USD 5,000 + USD 20,000 a year schooling (I have a 7-year old daughter)+ USD 24,000 a year accomodation ...

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Hey Sean, Temporarily moved here with a family of 5 (wife + two kids + maid/nanny) 1. You got a pretty sweet deal with the offer. Base salary is more than enough to live comfortably, although it can get quite expensive if you splurge on a western ... Read More

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6 years ago
Kytain

BUYING GOLD IN VIETNAM by Kytain

My Vietnamese Wife has been worried about keeping her VND savings in Vietnamese banks for the last two years, Last year she exchanged her VND for U.S. dollars and deposited her savings into the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) in HCM. CBA ...

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I can confirm Gobot is 100% spot on regarding gold prices. Here's another reliable link to get current gold prices. https://www.australianbullioncompany.com.au/ I've purchased gold from them back at home and they are a 100% legit ... Read More

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6 years ago
TigerPlease

Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease

My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks

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Carbs plays a big factor and nearly every meal has a large serving of white rice or rice noodles. Brown rice is more expensive not commonly eaten. Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
TigerPlease

Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease

My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks

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Semantics! This is a forum post, not a university thesis. ;P I think most people reading it understands the underlying message. Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
TigerPlease

Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease

My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks

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The fats in the pork gets processed in mums system and transferred into the breast milk. Bubbs becomes nice and plump. (Thats my theory behind the superstition). As soon as the bubbs comes out into this world their little bodies use up lots of ... Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
TigerPlease

Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease

My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks

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"After giving birth, traditional rules are totally unhygenic and include, confining mother and baby to the house for a month and not allowing the mother to bathe. Doctors recommend hygenic practices and also sunning the baby in the early ... Read More

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6 years ago
aschwabe

Public Tai Chi or similar in HCMC D1 ? by aschwabe

I saw a group of people doing some yoga or similar in a park near me. I also read that in Tao Dan park, you can join a free Tai Chi class, but finding any schedule type info has been quite painful. My question is: when is this (or similar) ...

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Hi, Just wondering if you found what you are looking for? I could possibly organise a 2/3 day seminar if there is enough interest. Probably more suited to foreigners, due to costs involved. They are qualified instructors with a extensive ... Read More

2AM replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster2674

Gym with open space and free weights by GuestPoster2674

I've been having trouble looking for a simple gym with open space and free weights. A lot of gyms I've seen are filled with machines and don't have any open space. I don't need a lot of equipments except for some dumbells and ...

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There is a Thai boxing gym with a few free weights. Its in D7, they only do PT. They will give you 1 free assessment and then tell you the price. Gym is brand new, I've checked it out. Its pretty awesome and they have an octagon mma ring. They ... Read More

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6 years ago
VictoriaE

District for Expats? by VictoriaE

Hi, My boyfriend and I will be moving to Ho Chi Min within the next few weeks, for work. Do you guys have any recommendations on what locations are best for social/expat communities? Thank you kindly, Victoria

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Hey Victoria, Moved here two months ago on an extended holiday with wife and 2 kids. Here for another 4 months. I think everyone reply pretty much summed it all up. I live in D7. Expat areas are D2 and D7. I hear D2 has more of a community ... Read More