Chris NJ
American expat in Vietnam
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32
About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 26 December 2011
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Vung Tau Recommendations from some expats living there..... by Chris NJ
Hey all, I have been living in HCMC for 3 years now but me and the wife have decided to move to VT. I would love some help from other expats living there on what the best locations to live are or apartment recommendations. A house would be fine ...
Thanks for the heads up ! I will probably just look at an apartment. I don't need a furnished one since I will be just bringing my stuff from HCMC. Any idea on what ward would be the best to look in ? Read More
Vung Tau Recommendations from some expats living there.....
Hey all, I have been living in HCMC for 3 years now but me and the wife have decided to move to VT. I would love some help from other expats living there on what the best locations to live are or apartment recommendations. A house would be fine ... Read More
Doctor/Hospital Recommendation - non urgent care by swendig
I haven't seen a doctor in many years and would like just a general physical exam. Is there a doctor or hospital that anyone can recommend? Anyone out there had a positive experience? Cheers!
Family Medical Center in Diamond Plaza, District 1.Family Medical !! I went to FV 2 months ago and all I can say is the doc was an idiot ! Have been to Family Medical 2 times now and have had nothing but a great experience with them. Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
I cook all the time but my wife, house helper, and mother in law get mad if I try to clean the dishes. This is fine by me :lol:I remember when I visited Vietnam in 2002 I was told sternly don't wash the dishes. It's looked heavily down upon. I guess ... Read More
Dating I HCMC by jinxedta
Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...
Might have been a record if all replies were on topic. Interesting thread thoYeah, most of them are off topic .... waiting for someone to mention the kitchen sinkDo you know where I can get someone to fix my kitchen sink ? :lol: Read More
Need someone to fill cashier position by jonsta27
Hello friends, I am looking for someone to work day shifts for a Chinese food fast restaurant in Phu My Hung. Applicants must be able to speak a fair amount of English as most of the customers are foreigners. Hours are from 10:30 am to 5 pm. ...
Mostly foreign customers. So prices are probably on the higher side. You expect them to speak decent English and your wage is lower than standard ? Wow ! Read More
Housing tips for finding rental-working in Dist 1 by Julian09
My husband and I have had a frustrating time with a couple of real estate agents who only wanted to show us ridiculously expensive apartments in high rise developments. I'm sure those places pay the agents the highest percentages... Can anyone ...
Can look at this site http://batdongsan.com.vn/ its in Vn but use Google chrome and it translates it. You can get a better idea on real prices. D1 is always more expensive due to location. I would recommend having a local friend do the shopping ... Read More
What kinds of things do Vietnamese people like? by distantarray
I'm going to visit Vietnam for about 1 month coming from the US, and want to buy some gifts for friends there. What are some hard to get things that Americans can readily get but hard or expensive for Vietnamese to get? I don't mind bringing some ...
All depends on the age. I always bring back medicines that they don't have or like stated are not fake from China. I brought my mother in law good eye drops and brought back things like oxy pads for my sis in law. Also make up from America is always ... Read More
Legal to Own/Ride Customized Motorcycle in HCMC? by Aquameo
Howdy all, I am thinking of getting a customized motorcycle that is 50cc on paper, but upgraded to 100cc and has some modified parts, such as front lights and fork. However, my wife (who is a local) tells me that it is illegal to modify your ...
Everything is legal if you have some dong on yah ! Read More
Renew driver's license by pnaiprincess
Hi! Does anyone know the procedure in renewing your Vietnam driver's license? Since my visa expired in May, my Vietnam license also expired. Thanks for your help...
Got it through a govt official (Friend) Just realized that under my name it says Khong Thoi Han - Indefinitely Read More
Renew driver's license by pnaiprincess
Hi! Does anyone know the procedure in renewing your Vietnam driver's license? Since my visa expired in May, my Vietnam license also expired. Thanks for your help...
Where on the license does it have an expiration date ? I have an A2 and don't see it anywhere. Read More
Policing in HCM City by Sploke77
I recently did an illegal U turn in District 1 and was introduced to the 'shady' side of policing in this beautiful city. The way that I looked at it was well, he may have 4 children to take care of and his pay sure has to be. Supplemented! Just ...
and always take the key out of your ignition. Read More
Kitchen Appliances by Chris NJ
Hello everyone, Does anyone know where I can get a kitchenaid or a meat grinder with sausage attachment? Also where I can get sausage casings? I have been wanting to make some good Italian sausage. Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the info ! Yeah you can get it but I enjoy making my own of all different types. I was thinking of taking a drive down to Cho Lon Market and seeing if I could find a grinder down there. The biggest concern was finding the casing. Like you ... Read More
Kitchen Appliances
Hello everyone, Does anyone know where I can get a kitchenaid or a meat grinder with sausage attachment? Also where I can get sausage casings? I have been wanting to make some good Italian sausage. Thanks in advance. Read More
Bank for direct deposit from USA Social Security and VA by ancientpathos
Greetings, I am looking for a bank that can recieve direct deposits for USA SSA and VA. Are there anyone here doing direct deposit? I am going to keep my USA Bank as long as posible. If the VA and SSA would email me instead of requiring a home ...
I agree with the Citibank account. Before I moved to Vn I opened one up knowing they are here also. Plus you won't get hit with ATM fees when using there machines. Trust me they add up ! Read More