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Chuck

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American looking for information about Vietnam

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Lives in California

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Registration: 06 December 2008

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Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
8 years ago
elena2710

a question about visa by elena2710

Please help my friend if I come to Vn with tourist visa, I need to have 2 ways tickets,I wonder if there's other way which makes me avoid that, because most likely I will lose the price of the return ticket, since I'm planing to stay there. ...

Chuck

I fly one way all the time, never know what city I will fly out. Usually stay 3 months. Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
8 years ago
ChrisRug

Any Updates on the newly passed 12 month tourist visa for US citizens by ChrisRug

My name is Chris. I've lived here with my wife and two children for almost a year now. I read all news VN, and read a few months ago that the VN govt was going to change the way tourist visa's were issued for Japan, AU and US. I then read ...

Chuck

Got my visa for one yr in DEC. I will pick up in Hanoi Cost is $150 in Hanoi. I had no extra charges since I went to travel agent in Hanoi, person friend. I fly to Vietnam yearly for 3 months a time. Professional Photographer, landscapes, life ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Libhero

Language Barriers Make Getting Around HCM Difficult: Please Advice by Libhero

Hello Exparts in HCM: I am new in HCM from USA, visiting HCM. I want to get around, but I cannot communicate with drivers of motorbikes and taxis who do not speak or understand English. Please advice how easily I can navigate my way around the city ...

Chuck

Google has a voice app, You speak English into app, it translate to perfect Vietnamese. Google Translate. Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
9 years ago
dlbt96

Plan for Tet holiday in Vietnam by dlbt96

Hi all, Can you feel it guys?? The streets, buildings are beautifully decorated, people Tet holiday is coming :D Just 1 week away. What's your plan this year? I would love to hear about it, may be there are new exciting ideas :D So anyone wants ...

Chuck

Great advise for Tet or any trip to Vietnam. Retired Professional photographer returing to Vietnam on Feb 4th. One way airfare with 3 month visa, so my plate is open to go where I please. Worked with several Vietnamese journalist photographing ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
10 years ago
philcon

ONE WAY TICKET by philcon

Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply

Chuck

Yes I booked one this Sept not knowing what city I would return from. Landed in Hanoi. Flew home from Phonm Penh Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
bluecheer

Visa by bluecheer

hello it's me again can anyone tell me how I get if possible a visa for 1year? consulate in australia will only give one for 3 month's. cheer's pete mullen.

Chuck

Just got my 3 month visa and I can leave and enter again. Very fast on net to get, 2 days. It's letter to confirm and you finish Visa in HCMC or Hanoi. I'm booking my tickets for Vietnam this week. Buying one way ticket, not sure when I will return. ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
bluecheer

Visa by bluecheer

hello it's me again can anyone tell me how I get if possible a visa for 1year? consulate in australia will only give one for 3 month's. cheer's pete mullen.

Chuck

Pete check out visa info on this site. 3 months is a tourist visa. Job visa is what you need, if you working in Vietnam. I'm sure someone can help you, but again your country should provide the correct information. Also just google visa Vietnam, ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
bluecheer

somewhere to live. by bluecheer

we will be moving to Hoi An next year and would love someone to tell what we can expect? as price's of house rental's,food and best place to get it,is there work and can we work? can we buy a vehicle? So if any one can help please do so. Thanks pete ...

Chuck

Since you've been there for 5 weeks aready, according to your bio, you should have a pretty good idea of life in Vietnam. I'm planning the same for myself (I'm 65) and know people through out Vietnam. I'm going to rent a place for 30 days and ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
yyk

why is saigon like this??!!! pls help by yyk

hi all, i guess i am still considered quite new here in saigon (relocated here since march 2011) but i would like to share my views on my observations here so far... many have commented tat the vietnamese here r kind n friendly... i beg to differ... ...

Chuck

Well, I hope you got an answer with all these fine post. Bottom line it is what it is. I like to barter in Vietnam. It quite fun, like buying a lotto ticket, you take a chance and take it or walk away. My photographer buddies in Hanoi got me a ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
Phi Long

I'm home ~ <3 ~ by Phi Long

Hello. I thought I introduce myself. My name is Erick and I'm a Vietnamese American. I'm 30 years old. This was my first trip to Vietnam and now it's starting to become a permanent one after 6 months now. Originally I'm from California and Florida ...

Chuck

Wonderful to see the kindness and concern for others, new to Vietnam. Then again, it what make Vietnam special THE PEOPLE http://chuckkuhnvietnam.blogspot.com Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
goozer

Moving to HCMC with wife and 2 kids by goozer

Hi everyone! We are Americans currently living in Japan. I am moving to HCMC in September with my wife and two kids (1 year old and 3.5 year old). I am a bit worried about the congestion, traffic and pollution in the city. Are there any parents ...

Chuck

Suggestion, if you can, don't comment to any leases or long term rents, until you have lived in HCMC. Get a furnished apt for 30 days. This gives you and family time to search out the areas people are suggesting here. Vietnam has everything you ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
expat.com

Living in Hanoi by expat.com

You are an expatriate living in Hanoi, or you used to work and live in Hanoi. Share your expat experience! How would you describe life in Hanoi? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an accomodation? Is it complicated ...

Chuck

Having travled to Vietnam twice for 3 weeks each, I now want to live here for 30 days or more. I'm traveling alone, have many friends thru Hanoi Photo Club and various blogs I write about Vietnam. Been to HCMC, Hanoi, Hue, Ha Long Bay, Bac Ha, Sapa, ... Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
Photogenee

Are cell phones cheaper in India or in the USA? by Photogenee

How are cell services in India as far as you bringing your own phone..Which company do you recomend in Kochi for example?

Chuck

Have no clue, but you may find the answer at indiamike.com Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 replied to a thread
13 years ago
ckuhn55

Looking for Friends, contracts in India. by ckuhn55

Traveling possibility in India for 6 months at most. Have made some contacts. Would like to meet someone who could should local life. Possible photo shots and if your interested in being MY guide as I visit your city. Just reaching out. Hey even a ...

Chuck

Thanks for emailing me. I will surely contact you, once I've settled in Bangalore. :D Read More

Chuck
ckuhn55 created a thread
13 years ago

Looking for Friends, contracts in India.

Traveling possibility in India for 6 months at most. Have made some contacts. Would like to meet someone who could should local life. Possible photo shots and if your interested in being MY guide as I visit your city. Just reaching out. Hey even a ... Read More