ssuprnova
Vatican expat in Vietnam
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Are native English teachers better than Vietnamese English teachers? by I do believe
This is the subject of debate in every ESL teacher forum I have ever visited. Logic would state that, yes, when it comes to teaching something, those who are experts are better qualified, and who could be better qualified to teach English than those ...
Not sure if that's a serious question... The vast majority of local public school English teachers is not able to obtain an FCE, and the Ministry's 2020 deadline for all Vietnamese teachers to exhibit that level of English proficiency is ... Read More
AO Show tickets by ssuprnova
Hey guys, I remember someone posting that there's a way to get promotional pricing on tickets for the AO Show. Does anyone have current info about that? Thanks
Thanks! Read More
Why do some motor drivers don't look, before they go forward, Ahead? by spajcte
So today while i was driving, someone pulled right in front of me, so me trying to avoid to hit the person on the side, i slammed my brakes and skidded on the road, Hurting my Knee my elbow and braking my left side mirror. All i could see was his ...
The inherent weakness in a motorcycle is the lack of a bumper. So I added one, a pointy one. If there are a stream of cars doing a quickie turn across a lane if traffic, I can break it. When a bunch of vehicles ignore a red light, and I have the ... Read More
AO Show tickets
Hey guys, I remember someone posting that there's a way to get promotional pricing on tickets for the AO Show. Does anyone have current info about that? Thanks Read More
My vietnamese GF is pregnant - how much it costs for pregnancy in HCMC by MarcusKS
Hi , I,m from Malaysia and my Vietnamese GF called me this morning that she is pregnant ! After she has a pregnancy test and yes she is ... I was so happy because we will have a baby soon . But i need some advise from expats . How much does it cost ...
FV has a number of Trolls they use to fight criticism - because they have a big PR problem.I wouldn't accuse rubytran7691 of being an FV troll - they'd never pay someone whose astroturfing is clearly a product of Google Translate. Although ... Read More
My vietnamese GF is pregnant - how much it costs for pregnancy in HCMC by MarcusKS
Hi , I,m from Malaysia and my Vietnamese GF called me this morning that she is pregnant ! After she has a pregnancy test and yes she is ... I was so happy because we will have a baby soon . But i need some advise from expats . How much does it cost ...
International hospital always is best . You can try to call FV hospital. Happy to you, happy wedding will happen soon?Just passing the word along: avoid FV hospital, some expats on another page have had issues with them in the past few months. Read More
Get Fit Gym - HCMC D4 by guest 87
Hey guys, Is anyone a member of 'Get Fit' gym - or has any information they can share regarding prices? I need to start doing regular exercise and a gym is the best option really! I live in D1, Tran Dinh Xu. I think this is the closest gym ...
It's expensive and not very good... way too little space for the number of benches and machines. Also gets crowded even during the day; a-holes using benches and machines as designated selfie/texting stations - typical situation in all expensive ... Read More
American Family of 5, possible move by Butterfly79
Hi all, Glad i found this forum. We have an offer to move through hubby's current employer. At first, they said they were going to move us to Bangkok, i did my research and found the perfect school, neighborhood....etc. We get a call yesterday, ...
Bangkok hands down. It's got at least 10 years on HCMC in terms of development and infrastructure. Don't get me wrong, Saigon is a great place to be young and single (or at least the latter), but those with a family will definitely find it ... Read More
How much to start in Ho Chi Minh by GuestPoster13
Hello, my partner and I are planning to move to Ho Chi Minh from the U.S in September. I have a bachelors and Celta certificate. He is an experienced highschool teacher with an online tesol certificate looking to teach ESL. How much money should we ...
Once upon a time I've read in regards to traveling: bring double the money and half the stuff you think you'll need. Very true for relocating as well. That being said, 5000 should be all right, but I'd recommend having a bit more for ... Read More
Walkside Foodcart business in HCMC by My-tranle
HI Everyone, My friend who is living in the US does not believe me when I told him that walkside foodcart business ( hawker ) is not legal in HCMC and also in VN. He told me that he saw thousand of people is doing this business in the street and he ...
So folks, this is VN, so live with it or get out. It's their country and it's not yours to place any judgement.I agreed with you with everything up until this point. Was it really necessary to do the whole tired "love it or leave ... Read More
Walkside Foodcart business in HCMC by My-tranle
HI Everyone, My friend who is living in the US does not believe me when I told him that walkside foodcart business ( hawker ) is not legal in HCMC and also in VN. He told me that he saw thousand of people is doing this business in the street and he ...
HI Everyone, My friend who is living in the US does not believe me when I told him that walkside foodcart business ( hawker ) is not legal in HCMC and also in VN. He told me that he saw thousand of people is doing this business in the street and he ... Read More
Koreans, where are the Jimjilbang in HCM? by Helloshen
I am often bored and would like to find a Jimjilbang (Korean spa) to chill. If you know any, please do share :) I think there is one in D7..........
Would be nice but I doubt it - most Koreans live in D7 or near the airport. Read More
Koreans, where are the Jimjilbang in HCM? by Helloshen
I am often bored and would like to find a Jimjilbang (Korean spa) to chill. If you know any, please do share :) I think there is one in D7..........
Just one real jjimjilbang: Golden Lotus Spa (http://www.hoangsen.com/) Read More
Regular mail in Vietnam by lostvietdreamer
Hello Does anyone know about the regular mail service in Vietnam? Is it safe to mail a letter here? I was sent a couple of letters 2 months ago but did not receive them. Additionally, the US Consulate sent me a letter via a carrier who called me ...
There are postcodes, don't spread misinformation. You can find a list on the Vietnam Post website. While they are not required when sending anything to Vietnam, they are useful to write down on the letter/package so that you know which post ... Read More
Buying motor bike by ancientpathos
Just curious about checking paperwork on motor bikes. Typical in the usa, there is an identity number on frame and motor. Those numbers need to match title. In vietnam, nobody ever updates the registration paperwork when a bike is sold. Sometimes ...
I have found that a couple of $2 bills and 200,000 dong have solved most of my problems here. Most legal documents have a price and there is a way around everything....what could you do with 2$and 200 000d?$2 bills are considered lucky... VND ... Read More