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D Sanders

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American expat in Vietnam

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Lives in Hai Phong

Registration: 01 August 2014

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D Sanders replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

Essentials to live in Vietnam by Christine

Hi, As an expat living in Vietnam, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Vietnam? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...

D Sanders

Surprisingly sheets are very expensive, at least where we live in Hai Phong. Beds are a different size than what we have in the USA so we have gotten used to the Vietnamese style of bedding. Hai Phong doesn't have the availability of western ... Read More

D Sanders replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Volunteering in Vietnam by Maximilien

Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Vietnam? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...

D Sanders

I think it is hard to find volunteer work in Vietnam. Most of the larger organizations (PATH, Habitat for Humanity, World Vision) that I am familiar don't have volunteer opportunities. Trying to connect with local organizations can be hard due to a ... Read More