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@barrycaffrey

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Irish looking for information about Vietnam

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Irish

Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh

Speaks English and Gaelic also a little French, Spanish & German

Registration: 13 September 2012

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barrycaffrey replied to a thread
6 years ago
aimhigh888

Planning to Retire in Da Nang Next Year by aimhigh888

We're planning to retire in Vietnam next year due to my husband health. He had 2 strokes and not going back to work anymore. We won't be able to afford the cost of living here California with his small retirement money. We've been ...

barrycaffrey

Another consideration, I presume your husband is on meds, so make sure these are available in VN. Mailing is unreliable in my experience. Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
6 years ago
goreme

Any lap pools in Hoi An? by goreme

Are there any lap pools (25m+) open to public ?

barrycaffrey

Thank you THIGV. Can anyone please answer this question for Hoi An the subject of this thread? Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
6 years ago
Moondancer

Deep Sea Fishing Trip Hoi an by Moondancer

Xin Chao Anybody interested in a FULL DAY Deep Sea fishing Trip.I have available Boat, Skipper, Fishing Tackle.Bait The Skipper knows where to fish so we should have a rewarding day No swimming No sunbathing JUST FISHING. If we get enough interest ...

barrycaffrey

Thank you Roy. How many can the Boat accommodate and what would be the cost per head? Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
6 years ago
goreme

Any lap pools in Hoi An? by goreme

Are there any lap pools (25m+) open to public ?

barrycaffrey

Following! Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
6 years ago
Moondancer

Deep Sea Fishing Trip Hoi an by Moondancer

Xin Chao Anybody interested in a FULL DAY Deep Sea fishing Trip.I have available Boat, Skipper, Fishing Tackle.Bait The Skipper knows where to fish so we should have a rewarding day No swimming No sunbathing JUST FISHING. If we get enough interest ...

barrycaffrey

Hi Moondancer. Are you still in Hoi An? Do you still know someone that does Deep Sea fishing trips? Cheers, Baz. Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
7 years ago
barrycaffrey

Quy Nonh? by barrycaffrey

I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ...

barrycaffrey

Well I have completed my 7 day stay in Quy Nhon and my verdict is as follows: . Suitable only for a short stopover 1-2 days . Language barrier is a problem as the locals are not used to Western tourists. You would do well to spot another 'Round ... Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
7 years ago
divedog49

Living with Vietnamese girlfriend....what problems may I encounter? by divedog49

I am thinking of living with my Vietnamese girlfriend for one year in the Hoi an area . I am American and she is a citizen of Vietnam. Will it be problematic to live together there ? I would appreciate any advice.

barrycaffrey

Fantastic attitude JC! Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
7 years ago
barrycaffrey

Quy Nonh? by barrycaffrey

I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ...

barrycaffrey

Thank you Good Man. It could be a nice change after being in Nha Trang. Kind Regards, Barry Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
7 years ago
barrycaffrey

Quy Nonh? by barrycaffrey

I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ...

barrycaffrey

#Quy Nhon Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
7 years ago
barrycaffrey

Quy Nonh? by barrycaffrey

I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ...

barrycaffrey

Just realised I have even spelt it wrong, should be Why Nhon! Read More

barrycaffrey created a thread
7 years ago

Quy Nonh?

I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ... Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
11 years ago
barrycaffrey

Is safety an issue for expats around Malaysian Election? by barrycaffrey

This is my first Malayisan Election, and I was wondering what to expect.

barrycaffrey

Thanks for the advice from most of you (not mentioning any names - author of Ulysees). I should probably worry more about getting a KL Taxi in future than about any aftermath from the Elections. Do bullet proof vests only come in one colour, or is ... Read More

barrycaffrey created a thread
11 years ago

Is safety an issue for expats around Malaysian Election?

This is my first Malayisan Election, and I was wondering what to expect. Read More

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11 years ago

Is EPF Tax Deductible for first 6 months

Hi All, I moved to Malaysia to work in September 2012. I was wondering if my EPF monthly contributions are tax deductible for 2012. I believe I have to complete an e-M form online, but there is no mention under deductions for Pension ... Read More

barrycaffrey replied to a thread
11 years ago
Stephen_B

Irish lookin for buddys by Stephen_B

Hi Im Steve Im 26 Ive just moved to k.l a month ago from Ireland and Im looking to meet new friends.I enjoy socializing and some sports.I hope to have a bit of craic! :D if you would like to meet up please msg me cheers! :)

barrycaffrey

Hi Steve, I'm from Dublin but a little older than you. I can usually be found sitting at the bar in Healy Macs Changkat on a Friday and Saturday night. Read More