@LastInTranslation
American looking for information about Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Los Angeles
Speaks English, Vietnamese
Registration: 29 April 2013
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wanna make friend with expats living in HCMC by winnie-189
Hi everyone, I'm 23 yrs old and I studied abroad before. I wanna have some international friends to chat, hang out and have fun together since I really miss the time when I was oversea. I don't have any international friends here. I could ...
This crash-and-burn is starting nicely. I need some more popcorn. Read More
Can an ESL teacher in VietNam make $120k a year? by Jaitch
Are all the Vietnamese students going to speak English with a Tagalog accent? Following an article containing a quote from an education official that UK teachers demand a monthly salary of US$10,000 to teach English to high school students, ...
This makes me sad to hear that Filipinos are teaching English... nothing against the people themselves, but they are not what I consider to be regular English speakers. Having a Vietnamese accent is bad enough to the English-speaking ear... ... Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
Yeah, I don't quite understand why native Viets are so ok with posting their phone numbers publicly (which then leads to an expectation that everyone else will post theirs as well). Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
I'm currently stateside for the foreseeable future. I also like squirrels. Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
Ah, I don't know if we can hang with a Smurf. Still wearing your blue scrubs, nick? :) Ok, time to get the USC Alumni Club of Vietnam into active status! Read More
Any Big Mac Fans? by Budman1
Looks like you'll be able to get one in Saigon soon: english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/business/75616/mcdonald-s-is-coming-to-vietnam.html
Did Popeye's just close? I thought I saw one just open in D7. And since when is Vietnam not a communist country? And... is Vietnam ready for the McRib??? Read More
Girl looking for female friends for quality girly time. by Pogostick
Hey, My name's Rosie. I moved to Ho Chi Minh city from Toronto in January, and I'm teaching English here. I plan on being here until the end of November. I'm getting a little lonely and I miss my girl friends back home. I live with my boyfriend in ...
Go Leafs? Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
Don't underestimate the importance of TP, even for drying purposes. Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
Han shot first. Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
I've used Pulppy.... sorry, not a fan. Give me Charmin or give me death! Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
I'm partially reposting from another simliar thread. High SFP Sunscreen - If you have sensitive skin needing above 35 SPF, bring your own... the max I've ever seen is 50 SPF and that was once. I bring back the 100 SPF for family members whenever I ... Read More
Korean Grocery Store in HCMC? by Aquameo
Hi all, I am looking for a Korean grocery store in HCMC (preferably near district 10). The lady and I want to make homemade kimchi but the local markets do not sell mild pepper flakes. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks. - B
Do you bury it in the ground for months? Read More
Sports in Vietnam by tsshapiro
Hello All! I'll be arriving in Vietnam n 21 JUN 2013 to be an English teacher. I was wondering if there were any venues (e.g. bars, lounges) that show American sports. Baseball season will be in full swing, and I am not quite sure how I will make ...
Where is LastInTranslation, we have a Sun Devil here, who is dying to watch ASU get destroyed by the Men of Troy? Kidding aside, yup, the sling box is the way to go. Then, when you get here, I will take you to go watch USC Football. :D.Dangit, ... Read More
Binh Duong- accepted an offer at Eastern International University by Guest6832
Hello All I am new to this forum. Have accepted a teaching position at Eastern International University and will commence in August. Would appreciate any advice from members on what to expect, what I should consider bringing with me (what items are ...
No idea if you have access to such times in Nanjing... High SFP Sunscreen - If you have sensitive skin needing above 35 SPF, bring your own... the max I've ever seen is 50 SPF and that was once. I bring back the 100 SPF for family members whenever ... Read More