LastInTranslation
American looking for information about Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Los Angeles
Speaks English, Vietnamese
Registration: 29 April 2013
Activity
Can an ESL teacher in VietNam make $120k a year? by Jaitch
Are all the Vietnamese students going to speak English with a Tagalog accent? Following an article containing a quote from an education official that UK teachers demand a monthly salary of US$10,000 to teach English to high school students, ...
This makes me sad to hear that Filipinos are teaching English... nothing against the people themselves, but they are not what I consider to be regular English speakers. Having a Vietnamese accent is bad enough to the English-speaking ear... ... Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
Yeah, I don't quite understand why native Viets are so ok with posting their phone numbers publicly (which then leads to an expectation that everyone else will post theirs as well). Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
I'm currently stateside for the foreseeable future. I also like squirrels. Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
Ah, I don't know if we can hang with a Smurf. Still wearing your blue scrubs, nick? :) Ok, time to get the USC Alumni Club of Vietnam into active status! Read More
Any Big Mac Fans? by Budman1
Looks like you'll be able to get one in Saigon soon: english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/business/75616/mcdonald-s-is-coming-to-vietnam.html
Did Popeye's just close? I thought I saw one just open in D7. And since when is Vietnam not a communist country? And... is Vietnam ready for the McRib??? Read More
Girl looking for female friends for quality girly time. by Pogostick
Hey, My name's Rosie. I moved to Ho Chi Minh city from Toronto in January, and I'm teaching English here. I plan on being here until the end of November. I'm getting a little lonely and I miss my girl friends back home. I live with my boyfriend in ...
Go Leafs? Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
Don't underestimate the importance of TP, even for drying purposes. Read More
The "No Topic Thread" by Budman1
After listening to Wild_1 rant and rave for an hour about a few of his posts being removed because hey were "Off Topic" today I came up with an idea. I'll start a No Topic Thread". If there's no topic you can't get your posts deleted because of ...
Han shot first. Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
I've used Pulppy.... sorry, not a fan. Give me Charmin or give me death! Read More
From Boston to Hanoi. by stephanienguyen
Hi All, I'm a new member here. A native Bostonian and Vietnamese American heading to Hanoi in June for an 8 week internship. What are some must know quick tips that I should be aware of? Anything in particular I should not leave home without? ...
I'm partially reposting from another simliar thread. High SFP Sunscreen - If you have sensitive skin needing above 35 SPF, bring your own... the max I've ever seen is 50 SPF and that was once. I bring back the 100 SPF for family members whenever I ... Read More
Binh Duong- accepted an offer at Eastern International University by Guest6832
Hello All I am new to this forum. Have accepted a teaching position at Eastern International University and will commence in August. Would appreciate any advice from members on what to expect, what I should consider bringing with me (what items are ...
No idea if you have access to such times in Nanjing... High SFP Sunscreen - If you have sensitive skin needing above 35 SPF, bring your own... the max I've ever seen is 50 SPF and that was once. I bring back the 100 SPF for family members whenever ... Read More
Dentist Recommendations? by UKGuyInSaigon
Hi All, I need a dentist in HCM - hate going to dentists full stop, but unfortunately the need has arisen, so I am hoping my fellow ex-pats can advise me of a good, English speaking, professional person to go and see who will be sensitive to my ...
When ask some help, better tell us your residence, so members can guide you easily to find out a service near you. HCMC is not too small area. :)I disagree... in this instance, it's worth driving long distances for a good dentist. Also just my ... Read More
Hotel's and Bars - Can Tho by laidbackfreak
Looks like I'll be in Can Tho over night next week for a friends wedding. Any decent bars in the area worth a visit? What about hotels? any I should avoid?
I'm sure Wild_1 will pop in here shortly. My vote goes to Hop Pho in the + column, for both nightlife and just regular dining. We also stayed at a guest house just opened and was operated by the local cong an... I think it was Tay Nam. It wasn't ... Read More
LOOKING FOR NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER by huflit_hr01
Hi, I am Miki, i am now living in Ho Chi Minh City ( Phu My Hung Residence) I am looking for a native speaker as English teacher. I would like to improve my conversational skill that i can get the very native English interaction and ...
Hello Miki, I am a native speaker from the U.S.A., and I can definitely help you. Whethere you have or have not found a tutor, please contact me to discuss. 0909 825154. Regards, Anthony TrinhWow... that's a fail. Read More