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marc

@marcus1982

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English expat in Vietnam

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English

Lives in HCMC

Speaks english, french, basic Vietnamese

Registration: 14 August 2011

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marc
marcus1982 replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Vietnam – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Vietnam in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Vietnam you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Vietnam? > accommodation ...

marc

I spend $15 a day on average on food, coffee, leisure, fuel, and a few cans from the shop at night. So that's $450 as a very basic baseline. My house is in a cheaper neighbourhood so $200 pm bills, internet cell phone add upto about $60 per ... Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Aftab123

Celta Jobs Requirements by Aftab123

Hi Everyone, I am going to take my CELTA course some time next year and was wondering would I be able to get a Teaching job in UAE or anywhere abroad with a FDA (Foundation Degree) in Business Management. I have read about getting a CELTA ...

marc

I hate to be the bearer of bad news. An associates degree or UK Fda is not deemed to be high enough for a VN working visa or one in the UAE. A BA is the minimum. I also had an Fda and went through the same process it's a ridiculous box ticking ... Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
YenThaiYawannisri

I am desiring to live in Vietnam, can someone help me? by YenThaiYawannisri

:heart: My name is Nancy Alice, but I have decided that I would rather have a Vietnamese name, so I only answer to Yen Thai Yawannisri. I am 46 years old, and I have a passionate desire to leave America and renounce my American citizenship. I feel ...

marc

I think Snake77 is a more powerful name than Yennawawisriwafflisri anyway. Keep it simple and also keep your US citizenship. Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
YenThaiYawannisri

I am desiring to live in Vietnam, can someone help me? by YenThaiYawannisri

:heart: My name is Nancy Alice, but I have decided that I would rather have a Vietnamese name, so I only answer to Yen Thai Yawannisri. I am 46 years old, and I have a passionate desire to leave America and renounce my American citizenship. I feel ...

marc

Why make such kneejerk/ drastic actions? where on earth did you come up with that name, it's about as Vietnamese as the can of dr pepper i'm currently drinking. Also VN since 1986 especially Saigon is becoming more and more like the USA. ... Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
kevhost

Free Tour guide in Ho Chi Minh city by kevhost

We are English speaking volunteers. We are ready to help any travelers come to Vietnam. We just hope to make them safe and happy during their stay. That is reason we ready offer FREE guiders, exactly is travel volunteers. We knew a lot of obstacles ...

marc

You look a bit young 18+ but for a baby you type very well Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Le Nguyen

Hanoi in foreigners's view by Le Nguyen

Hey, are you foreigner? Have you been in Hanoi? How do you think about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam? Let's me know your comments and we can make friend with each other! :) Thanks!

marc

I speak my mind :) all the best :) Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Le Nguyen

Hanoi in foreigners's view by Le Nguyen

Hey, are you foreigner? Have you been in Hanoi? How do you think about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam? Let's me know your comments and we can make friend with each other! :) Thanks!

marc

I've been here 3 1/2 weeks just 5 days left before I leave. The main problem is with the bigger cities is tourists stay about 3 days so the same conversations happen at bia hoi. As for Vietnamese I find it's difficult to be understood and it ... Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Le Nguyen

Hanoi in foreigners's view by Le Nguyen

Hey, are you foreigner? Have you been in Hanoi? How do you think about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam? Let's me know your comments and we can make friend with each other! :) Thanks!

marc

Maybe for work one day or as a base to travel to other areas. Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Le Nguyen

Hanoi in foreigners's view by Le Nguyen

Hey, are you foreigner? Have you been in Hanoi? How do you think about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam? Let's me know your comments and we can make friend with each other! :) Thanks!

marc

Hanoi nguyen du. But I will go to buon ma thuot sunday then tp.hcm Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
hanoitravel

Looking for business partners: Real estate, tourism, lessons, etc. by hanoitravel

I am a local man, living in Hanoi. I am working in a hotel as a manager (8am-5pm). I like doing other business, want to co-operate with any one like me. I am open, careful, willing to listen your ideas to develop our goal. Feel free to contact me to ...

marc

I think business partners is not a word Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Maxime Bardiaux

Hi! Just arrived in Hanoi! (Francais - English - Nederlands - 日本語) by Maxime Bardiaux

Hey! I'm a 25 years old belgian guy. I arrived in Hanoi just two weeks ago and I'll stay here untill july. I'm looking for new buddies to hang out with. I speak Engish, French, Japanese and dutch so if you want meet just inbox me or ...

marc

Sure lets have a beer this week Read More

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marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Le Nguyen

Hanoi in foreigners's view by Le Nguyen

Hey, are you foreigner? Have you been in Hanoi? How do you think about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam? Let's me know your comments and we can make friend with each other! :) Thanks!

marc

I like the lakes. I hate the opening hours/closing hours. I am always in a state of hunger in Hanoi because there are less places to eat late at night. The people seem friendly enough. Not enough petrol stations. It's a pleasant place but after ... Read More

marc
marcus1982 replied to a thread
10 years ago
marcus1982

Englishman in Hanoi - Lets have a beer this SATURDAY NIGHT 10TH MAY by marcus1982

I just arrived in Hanoi last Saturday and want to meet some people/ learn more about the place who's up for some bia hoi and some banter on Saturday night?

marc

Thanks Nico Read More

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marcus1982 created a thread
10 years ago

Englishman in Hanoi - Lets have a beer this SATURDAY NIGHT 10TH MAY

I just arrived in Hanoi last Saturday and want to meet some people/ learn more about the place who's up for some bia hoi and some banter on Saturday night? Read More

marc
marcus1982 replied to a thread
11 years ago
kevhost

Free Tour guide in Ho Chi Minh city by kevhost

We are English speaking volunteers. We are ready to help any travelers come to Vietnam. We just hope to make them safe and happy during their stay. That is reason we ready offer FREE guiders, exactly is travel volunteers. We knew a lot of obstacles ...

marc

When in Rome? really? that is the weakest cliche ever. It's the same as saying when in Auschwitz do as the Germans do. I'm sorry but when I see wrong I try and address it and make change so others don't have to go through the same. With your ... Read More