Dannyroc3
American looking for information about Vietnam
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Registration: 07 July 2024
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Plastic surgery by Dannyroc3
I’m considering getting the bags underneath my eyes addressed with cosmetic surgery.Apparently, there are a number of places in Saigon that do it, but it’s difficult to know which would be suitable for me. When I search online and then ...
@Aidan in HCMC Yes it was WorldWide Hospital.cost seemed to be at the upper range of what I saw online 1300. US.I.m not sure how long but they seem to have same day service, …not sure if that is good or bad.I was put to sleep with the ... Read More
Plastic surgery by Dannyroc3
I’m considering getting the bags underneath my eyes addressed with cosmetic surgery.Apparently, there are a number of places in Saigon that do it, but it’s difficult to know which would be suitable for me. When I search online and then ...
@Aidan in HCMC Wow your post was scary. Not that I’m not aware of the dangers of getting medical care in places that are not well regulated but your bullet point examples we’re not a confidence builder.So as it turns out, I miss read the ... Read More
Plastic surgery
I’m considering getting the bags underneath my eyes addressed with cosmetic surgery.Apparently, there are a number of places in Saigon that do it, but it’s difficult to know which would be suitable for me. When I search online and then ... Read More
Most common scams in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Vietnam as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
In an earlier thread I mentioned a common Booking.com hotel scam of contacting you directly right after the booking is made, requesting you call where they change the price. Another is a cheap room price with a service fee of hundreds of dollars. If ... Read More
Little Visa confusion, how does this work? by Dannyroc3
As I get near the end of my last visa, I thought it wouldn’t be too much more money , and it might be interesting to do a trip to Bangkok and basically do a group tour, which was originally priced it around 6 million. (X two.)The last time I ...
@OceanBeach92107 In my case, and forgive me for not mentioning it, I would be going through the airport.and because of the good advice you gave earlier, when I renewed 90 days ago, I did use a service and just as you said, within about 2 hrs I was ... Read More
Little Visa confusion, how does this work?
As I get near the end of my last visa, I thought it wouldn’t be too much more money , and it might be interesting to do a trip to Bangkok and basically do a group tour, which was originally priced it around 6 million. (X two.)The last time I ... Read More
What about cruises? by Dannyroc3
I have never taken a cruise before (not counting military deployments) but I understand that some of the deals are pretty good.what about in VN, does anyone have any info on the topic. Do people use travel agencies for cruises. The only thing I saw ...
@OceanBeach92107 I guess that’s why I didn’t see anything on line for cruises.IT SEEMs like real business opportunity. I guess the thing for someone to do is, fly to a Singapore or similar and do a cruise from there while renewing a ... Read More
What about cruises?
I have never taken a cruise before (not counting military deployments) but I understand that some of the deals are pretty good.what about in VN, does anyone have any info on the topic. Do people use travel agencies for cruises. The only thing I saw ... Read More
Which areas/neighborhoods are pleasant to live in ? by SeanNew
Hi all brothers and sisters:I am a college professor in the USA. Recently married a Vietnamese girl. We plan on settling in VN. Looking to find areas where weather is not too hot, not too cold. Currently, looking into Bao Loc area. Which ...
I feel like I hijacked the post, if thats poor manners, let me know.I hope to find a larger city such as the two options I mentioned.the city I am in lacks a larger shopping place for groceries and it’s become a little monotonous. I should say ... Read More
Which areas/neighborhoods are pleasant to live in ? by SeanNew
Hi all brothers and sisters:I am a college professor in the USA. Recently married a Vietnamese girl. We plan on settling in VN. Looking to find areas where weather is not too hot, not too cold. Currently, looking into Bao Loc area. Which ...
@rogergarinmichaud I was there not long ago, the second time. I like the area enough but I imagine it is as hot as Saigon, with a nice breeze.I know it was hot both times I was there. Read More
Which areas/neighborhoods are pleasant to live in ? by SeanNew
Hi all brothers and sisters:I am a college professor in the USA. Recently married a Vietnamese girl. We plan on settling in VN. Looking to find areas where weather is not too hot, not too cold. Currently, looking into Bao Loc area. Which ...
@OceanBeach92107 the ocean area is not important, but having more variety in food is.i am not interested in expat communities just the food that results from them :)at the end of the month I will Renee visa and go to Nha Trang for a week or so to ... Read More
Which areas/neighborhoods are pleasant to live in ? by SeanNew
Hi all brothers and sisters:I am a college professor in the USA. Recently married a Vietnamese girl. We plan on settling in VN. Looking to find areas where weather is not too hot, not too cold. Currently, looking into Bao Loc area. Which ...
I am in the market for a cooler climate. Dalat was quit nice, from what I have seen housing is a little higher and not as many choices due to its size but I have a loose plan to spend time in Nha Trang again and the either rent a place there or go ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif
@Lennerd Your thoughts were interesting but I suspect there are always multiple things contributing to almost any change.When I looked at the -Productivity vs compensation- link you gave, I noticed the timeline perfectly matched up to the years ... Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
I got some helpful comments but no recommendations on where to buy a new one If I go that route.In the US I typically buy a last years model, still in the box off eBay, which saved quite a bit. Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
@KKK36 the only problem I had with the MacBook pro was these years models had defective keyboards. Apple changed mine 2 times. The battery is connected to it so that was changed also. I will look into how to back it up, I think it has something to ... Read More