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@Fordy7

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Australian

Lives in HCMC

Speaks English. Japanese

Registration: 13 March 2011

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Fordy7 replied to a thread
12 years ago
Melissa Nguyen

Big beerfest in town next week by Melissa Nguyen

There will be a big event happen in next week, starting from 23 - 26 May, 2012. Any one who is interested in the event, please contact me for more details

Fordy7

I am interested also. Where is it and what is it for? Read More

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12 years ago
Jaitch

What Would YOU Do? by Jaitch

This morning, en route from my office to the airport through Q4 I happened past an incident that I, and several others, found disturbing. A motorcycle was parked at the kerb with a young girl, 4-5 years of age, seated upon it. On the side-walk, to ...

Fordy7

All good points here. I love the idea of that camera Jaitch. Where did you get it and how obvious is it? Read More

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12 years ago
Jaitch

What Would YOU Do? by Jaitch

This morning, en route from my office to the airport through Q4 I happened past an incident that I, and several others, found disturbing. A motorcycle was parked at the kerb with a young girl, 4-5 years of age, seated upon it. On the side-walk, to ...

Fordy7

Yeah burger king is open at the airport. Departure level. Read More

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12 years ago
Jaitch

What Would YOU Do? by Jaitch

This morning, en route from my office to the airport through Q4 I happened past an incident that I, and several others, found disturbing. A motorcycle was parked at the kerb with a young girl, 4-5 years of age, seated upon it. On the side-walk, to ...

Fordy7

I also have extenive first aid trainin and always carry a first aid kit with me. But again I have been told by all my Viet friends do not get involved. Because I am a foreigner and if police get involved I can be help responsible. Also when they ... Read More

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12 years ago
Jaitch

What Would YOU Do? by Jaitch

This morning, en route from my office to the airport through Q4 I happened past an incident that I, and several others, found disturbing. A motorcycle was parked at the kerb with a young girl, 4-5 years of age, seated upon it. On the side-walk, to ...

Fordy7

I have always been told to keep out of Viet affairs of this nature. Which goes completely against my grain. Being ex military and prison officer. Read More

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12 years ago
superkosj

Anyone lives in Binh Duong by superkosj

Hi guys.. I have been living in Binh duong since 2009. Been here for 3years though, have no friends beside my cool co-workers. I like hanging out with them, but you know that it is kinda boring being stick to only some specific groups. I find ...

Fordy7

Yeah mate its a bar and grill. He also does roasts on Sundays. Read More

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12 years ago
superkosj

Anyone lives in Binh Duong by superkosj

Hi guys.. I have been living in Binh duong since 2009. Been here for 3years though, have no friends beside my cool co-workers. I like hanging out with them, but you know that it is kinda boring being stick to only some specific groups. I find ...

Fordy7

Hi, I have a mate who just opened up a place in BD. Your sure to find expats going there as its a foreign style place. 13-14, Lo E4 Tran Phu KDC Chanh Nghia TDM, Binh Duong. The owner is English PH: 0650 2240119 Read More

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12 years ago
Galapogos

Indoor swimming pool in HCM by Galapogos

Hi everybody, I'm looking for an indoor swimming pool in Ho CHi Minh City. My aim is to do some lengths not sunbathing. Anyone have a good address not to expensive but rather clean ? Thank you !

Fordy7

Very nice big and clean pool on Nguyen huu canh street. Just outside District 1 about 1 to 2 km. Not sure of the street number. But if leaving HCMC it is on your right. Behind a very big restaurant. Tennis courts also next to it. It is not indoors. ... Read More

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12 years ago
Jaitch

Phnom Penh visa transactions, 2012 Feb 13 by Jaitch

Over the weekend I went Phnom Penh to get some importation documents certified by the VN Trade Commissioner and I waited in the Consulate waiting room. Whilst there I heard the following visa applications made. Party 1: Applicant: I/P Status: ...

Fordy7

I went to a PP agent last January. I was surprised that she told me I could get a 6 or 12 month Visa. I was suspicious and asked for 6 months. I got it and was wondering for next time if I should get the 12 month. I think I will not bother now. Read More

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12 years ago
lelepham

Advise needed by lelepham

Im gonna go to Singapore this August. As this is my first time to go there and without tour company, i mean i plan all the stuffs myself but until now i hav no idea wat i should do, wat i shouldnt ?? I just wanna know how to get visa to sing, where ...

Fordy7

Hi Lelepham, there are plenty of things to do in Singapore. I have been there about 7 times. My advice is to observe the road laws. Do not cross agains lights or J walk. Also there are some things that you can't take into Singapore like Chewing gum ... Read More

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12 years ago
WideAwake

US Blogger Recounts 2007 VN Trip/Huffingpaint Post Publishes in 2012! by WideAwake

I'm just glad the lady-boys of Saigon didn't rob the poor chap! What a tool... Traveling through Southeast Asia, you are frequently asked where you are going. "Everywhere," I tell people. This is my last adventure through the region. Except, I'll ...

Fordy7

This was also picked up by Than Nien news. http://www.thanhniennews.com/index/pages/20120210-travelers-rant-a-wake-up-call.aspx Read More

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12 years ago
ameno84

Just moved to Ho Chi Minh City by ameno84

So I have recently moved to Ho Chi Minh City during Tet I am a qualified highschool mathematics teacher from Brisbane, Australia I joined this community for a few reasons... 1- get some info regarding teaching jobs - This community has been quite ...

Fordy7

Welcome to Vietnam. I have been to 32 countries. Never lost a thing. They are good at what they do here. Read More

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12 years ago
ameno84

Just moved to Ho Chi Minh City by ameno84

So I have recently moved to Ho Chi Minh City during Tet I am a qualified highschool mathematics teacher from Brisbane, Australia I joined this community for a few reasons... 1- get some info regarding teaching jobs - This community has been quite ...

Fordy7

G'day mate. Welcome to the big city. I have lost 8 phones so far. But not for past couple of years. Now a habit to keep it tucked away. Lol. Cheers. Read More

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13 years ago

Chinese BBQ restaurant on corner of Le Loi and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia

Anyone know where the Chinese restaurant moved to that used to be on the corner of Le Loi and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets? Has it moved or just gone to the ages? Or can I find a similar restaurant in district 1? Read More

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13 years ago
Budman1

Burger King by Budman1

Look who's in town: youtube.com/watch?v=FJSbdGw5Nxs&noredirect=1 bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-12/burger-king-opens-first-two-restaurants-in-vietnam-at-airport.html vietnamfranmart.com/d4986-burger-king-comes-to-vietnam.aspx

Fordy7

There is a video on youtube showing it outside. I was just told it was inside when I asked some mates. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJSbdGw5Nxs&noredirect=1 Read More