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Hoaibui
Vietnamese citizen
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About me
Vietnamese
Lives in Hanoi
Speaks English, Vietnamese
Registration: 04 March 2013
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where to buy rattan / wicker furniture in Hanoi by cindygreer
I am new to Hanoi and would like to find out where to buy rattan / wicker furniture in Hanoi. Would appreciate any tips in this regard. Thanks a lot. cindy
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If you can afford upper medium price, you can look them up at some shopping centers such as Vincom Center Hanoi (191 Ba Trieu, Ha Ba Trung dist), Vincom Mega Mall (72A Nguyen Trai - Thanh Xuan dist), Melinh plaza (km 8 Thang Long, Noi Bai), Big C, ... Read More
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How is Dai Tu district? Is it safe to stay and travel there? by jritoo
Hi, does anyone know how is Dai Tu district near Hanoi? Is it safe to stay there with family? or will it be too costly if I stay in Hanoi and travel by taxi daily which will be around 160 km to & fro daily? How much will it cost? will it be ...
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Hi jritoo, Do you mean "Đại Từ" (Dai Tu) ? There's no such a district in Hanoi. If it's just a street of Hoàng Mai district as I know, so it's not too far from the center of Hanoi (about 30-45 mins to get in Hoan Kiem lake by ... Read More
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artsy groovy hipster neighborhood for me to write some music in. by aleos
Hi there, I'm moving to Hanoi for a few months to work on some artistic research for my PHD. I've been to Hanoi before, last time was 3 years ago, but I can't remember which area I liked the best. I was hoping someone could point me in the right ...
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How long will you stay here? Read More
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artsy groovy hipster neighborhood for me to write some music in. by aleos
Hi there, I'm moving to Hanoi for a few months to work on some artistic research for my PHD. I've been to Hanoi before, last time was 3 years ago, but I can't remember which area I liked the best. I was hoping someone could point me in the right ...
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Zone 9 is at 9 Tran Thanh Tong street. It's easy to get if your apartment is in Hoan Kiem (not Hoen Kiem) district. Read More
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Moving to Hanoi by GuestPoster6528
I'm an American moving to Hanoi for business. What are some things that I must bring with me? I'm having a hard time trying to decide what to bring along and what to put into storage. Thanks
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You guys can purchase oversize shoes at the Export shoes shop at the crossroad of Yet Kieu street and Tran Hung Dao (Hoan Kiem district). It's on the Tran Hung Dao street, at the left corner of Yet Kieu. Good luck! Read More
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Looking for karate class by Ymcb123
Anyone know of any karate classes near Ho Dong Da lake, Ho Linh Dam, or Ho Tay area?
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For kids? Read More
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SALSA DANCING by Sejhmet
Hi everyone! Anyone knows any salsa club for dancing in Hanoi? I am a cuban salsa dancer and I am moving to Hanoi soon! I love dancing! Big hug everyone!
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Oh now I see, thank you :) That's what I want to know. But when they play the salsa music, you can freely dance in latin style or cuban style, isn't it? Music is the same? Read More
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SALSA DANCING by Sejhmet
Hi everyone! Anyone knows any salsa club for dancing in Hanoi? I am a cuban salsa dancer and I am moving to Hanoi soon! I love dancing! Big hug everyone!
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Anyone sees locals here dance salsa, bachata... in the "local style"? Can you show me what is the difference? Read More
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Lost in Hanoi ! by Remus Chong
Hi people, this morning i just woke up and realised i need to escape my city. I just bought a ticket to Hanoi somewhere i always wanted to go, a lil on the high side, not knowing where i'm going to go or where i'm going to live but thats where all ...
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haha, sounds interesting. Good luck :) Read More
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Architect's salary in Vietnam by anicesommer
Hi to all, I am a qualified Architect with 6 years UK experience. I have applied for some jobs in architectural companies here in Hanoi and am wondering what salary I could ask for. I know, they probably offer some bonus packages but would 2000$ be ...
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Hi anicesommer, Well, you must be in a big confuse cause it's difficult to give the demand on salary in a new country, working condition is different, contract terms is different too. I believe that it depends much on how big your company is, how ... Read More
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Architect's salary in Vietnam by anicesommer
Hi to all, I am a qualified Architect with 6 years UK experience. I have applied for some jobs in architectural companies here in Hanoi and am wondering what salary I could ask for. I know, they probably offer some bonus packages but would 2000$ be ...
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Which type of company (Own-stated company or foreign company) and position (Senior or Middle management ...) do you apply for? Read More
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SALSA DANCING by Sejhmet
Hi everyone! Anyone knows any salsa club for dancing in Hanoi? I am a cuban salsa dancer and I am moving to Hanoi soon! I love dancing! Big hug everyone!
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You're more than welcome :) Read More
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SALSA DANCING by Sejhmet
Hi everyone! Anyone knows any salsa club for dancing in Hanoi? I am a cuban salsa dancer and I am moving to Hanoi soon! I love dancing! Big hug everyone!
![Hoaibui Hoaibui](/forum/img/avatars/684790.jpg?t=1362415485)
Hi there, In Hanoi now dancing clubs often include both dancesport and social dance (salsa, merengue, bachata...), they open frequently from 8.30pm-10.30pm for dancing and earlier for dance training. Several clubs in the center I sometimes visit 1. ... Read More
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moving to Vietnam by hcaemilly
Hi there I am looking to relocate for three months to North Vietnam with my family of four young children. I was just wondering if anyone could recommend somewhere good to place ourselves, preferably by a beach and not in too crowded a city. ...
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Ohh, is this a duplicated topic? https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=241209 Read More
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Need Help Purchasing a Violin by sphung
Hi all, So I want to learn how to play the violin and I found some shops close by my house in District 3 (off Dien Bien Phu) that are selling violins from 80-100 dollars. Do any of you know if these are good quality violins? Also, I would like ...
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Hi Sphung, I wish I could be in Saigon so I can help you buy a violin for free. But I can provide you by some tips: - For the new violin player, buying 80-100USD violin is appropriate. I think it's good enough. - When buying violin, it also ... Read More