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bia_hoi

bia_hoi

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Indian looking for information about Vietnam

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Indian

Speaks English Japanese (a little)

Registration: 26 May 2015

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10 years ago
rakesharora03

Indian Grocery Stores..... by rakesharora03

Hi Can any one please help me for Indian Grocery Stores from where i can buy "ATTA", "DAAL" Masalas....... Im Staying at district 1 in HCMC Thanks in Advance Rakesh Arora

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Oops! Delhi is in the north, north-west precisely. Chennai and Kolkata are on the east coast. From HCM you have to fly via Bangkok (or Singapore/ HK etc.). No direct flight to India yet. Fly with Thai Air. I think they are the best. They fly to ... Read More

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10 years ago

Finding a teaching job

Use an aggregator site. You can access relevant jobs published on multiple websites. http://www.careerjet.vn/ Read More

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10 years ago
rakesharora03

Indian Grocery Stores..... by rakesharora03

Hi Can any one please help me for Indian Grocery Stores from where i can buy "ATTA", "DAAL" Masalas....... Im Staying at district 1 in HCMC Thanks in Advance Rakesh Arora

bia_hoi

Not sure about D10. I think, now you can source your Indian items from these "Pansglobal" guys... Indian Food Cart - Vietnam You can buy online from their e-shop or get in touch with them if you have specific needs. Read More

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10 years ago

Matcha Origines from Japan

- May be you should visit Aeon Mall. The Binh Duong one had a shop selling premium imported Japanese Tea. - There is a small shop on Le Than Ton street selling original Japanese products (groceries, tea etc.) - Upstairs in the Lucky Plaza (beside ... Read More

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10 years ago

Want to Migrate to the Energetic Vietnam

There's no such thing as "employment service" for expats/ foreigners in VN. Try the one colinoscapee has suggested. It has jobs listed under "Expatriate" category. Get in touch with VN headhunters, if possible, on Linked In. Read More

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10 years ago

My encounter with a Xe Ohm rider (motorbike)

You can try Grab Bike service from the Grab Taxi folks. It's available on their App. Read More

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10 years ago
teresa rose

new member seeking teaching job by teresa rose

Hi. My name is Teresa and I'm from South Africa. I have been travelling all over the world for the past six years teaching English to foreign students. I have just finished a three month stint of volunteer teaching in Phnom Penh and arrived in ...

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This one is not a job link, just a good read .... and laugh! Wanted in Vietnam - English Teacher Read More

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10 years ago
Claireengtalk

Vietnamese speaking club by Claireengtalk

Would you like to join Vietnamese classess free of charge, please go with me for this class

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Will she be interested to have a session or two over Skype in a week? I need assistance both in Japanese and in Vietnamese (pre-beginner) but I am not in VN at the moment., unfortunately. Read More

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10 years ago
ngoc anh nguyen thi

13 best coffee shops (translating from online news) by ngoc anh nguyen thi

like i said, this is gonna be my first thread of translating from Vietnam local newspaper, which review best places to visit, or the most popular among locals sadly that it is only available for 1 pic :( just click to check the view of those coffee ...

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This site gives an insight into Viet coffee. Good information for newbies in Vietnam! An Overview of Vietnamese Coffee Read More

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10 years ago
ngoc anh nguyen thi

13 best coffee shops (translating from online news) by ngoc anh nguyen thi

like i said, this is gonna be my first thread of translating from Vietnam local newspaper, which review best places to visit, or the most popular among locals sadly that it is only available for 1 pic :( just click to check the view of those coffee ...

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That would be great! :top: Please do. Garden Cafes are unique to HCMC and other southern provinces. In Hanoi they are rare, if at all! Read More

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10 years ago
ngoc anh nguyen thi

13 best coffee shops (translating from online news) by ngoc anh nguyen thi

like i said, this is gonna be my first thread of translating from Vietnam local newspaper, which review best places to visit, or the most popular among locals sadly that it is only available for 1 pic :( just click to check the view of those coffee ...

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In those lovely Garden Cafes in HCMC, a glass of cafe-da is just an excuse for relaxation. You pay for the ambiance. When it comes to taste, I prefer Trung Nguyen coffee shops. Read More

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10 years ago
chiavetta

help me please, i'm looking for a job URGENT!!! by chiavetta

Dear all i'm looking for a job [color=#F71A07]URGENT!!![/color] I live in Ho chi minh city but i can also move in other city my skills and background are in sales but i really can to do all because i need, i really need to find a job as soon as ...

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Recruitment Agencies in Vietnam Talk to them directly. If possible, visit their premises to meet them in person. Some not-too-old Sales Jobs are advertised here. Give them a call and talk directly if you find relevant jobs there. - Post an ad in ... Read More

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10 years ago
ngoc anh nguyen thi

13 best coffee shops (translating from online news) by ngoc anh nguyen thi

like i said, this is gonna be my first thread of translating from Vietnam local newspaper, which review best places to visit, or the most popular among locals sadly that it is only available for 1 pic :( just click to check the view of those coffee ...

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Good effort! I would like to give one of these Cafes a try on my next visit to HCMC. Suggestion: You may skip posting (downloading & uploading) all these photos here. Instead, just add "Please click on the link to see the photos." ... Read More

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10 years ago
Khaute Lamneithang Vaiphei

Looking for Biology or Zoology teaching post by Khaute Lamneithang Vaiphei

Hi! I am Khaute Lamneithang Vaiphei from Imphal, India. I mastered in Science (Zoology), Bachelor degree in Science, Bachelor degree in Education and Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology. I have more than 8 years of teaching, research and administrative ...

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First, please don't post your contact details on this public forum. Edit your post if possible or just request the moderators to remove your contact no. , email, Skype etc.. Better, post a personalized ad in the HCMC Job section. On your ... Read More

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10 years ago
ngoc anh nguyen thi

Updating news from Viet newspapers! by ngoc anh nguyen thi

I'm thinking of making a daily updating news of some interesting places, or coffee shops from online Vietnamese newspapers, then translating them to English and posting here for everyone can read as what really updated so far in Vietnam, more ...

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I think, many expats and yet-to-be expats will find such information very useful. It's a welcome idea for sure. But... Translating the whole article/ news into Eng could be a mammoth task for you. How about, translating the headline and giving ... Read More

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10 years ago
harsh19286

Where to play cricket in HCM by harsh19286

Hi people. I am new in HCM and would like to know where to play cricket on weekend. Any advices, or anyone who already plays can recommend me. Harsh

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Harsh, there's a FB group for Indian Expats in Vietnam with over 200 members in it. You may wish to search there for fellow Indian cricket enthusiasts in Vietnam. Read More

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10 years ago

Please tell me the recomended restaurant and coffee shop

If you like Indian food, try Ganesh (38 Hai Ba Trung street, D1). At the moment, that's the most popular curry house in HCMC. Read More

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10 years ago
harsh19286

Where to play cricket in HCM by harsh19286

Hi people. I am new in HCM and would like to know where to play cricket on weekend. Any advices, or anyone who already plays can recommend me. Harsh

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@Harsh Even a few years back, some friendly cricket matches were frequently played on the ground inside the RMIT campus in Dist. 7. Pls google the address. Not sure if they still play Cricket there or not. You may check this website for some info ... Read More

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10 years ago
Ryo0707

From Japan living in HCM want to meet friends to improve English by Ryo0707

I'm Ryo from Japan and now stay at Ho chi Minh City in Vietnam. I want to improve my English skills and make friends, so please see my profile and let me know if you are interested with me. I would like to drink coffee or have a lunch or dinner ...

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Konnichiwa Ryo san, I just came back from HCMC in July... will be there again later in December/January. Which part of Japan are you from? I have some old friends from Fukushima, Osaka and Fukuoka. A few of them are still working in Vietnam, up ... Read More

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10 years ago
SerenaYu

How to get the refund in Hochinmih from Jet airway company? by SerenaYu

Dear Fellows, I brought a round flight ticket on the Jet airway website and I had to cancel it before the date as I can not go. But they said they process my refund on June the 19th, the money will arrive my account in 10 working days. But in the ...

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Jet Airways started their operation in Vietnam last year. They fly from HCMC to Mumbai via BKK on a codeshare agreement with VN Airlines. A codeshare agreement, is an aviation business arrangement where two or more airlines share the same ... Read More

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10 years ago

What to do with a dead dog?

Make sure that those who volunteer to bury it in your presence don't dig up the body overnight and sell it in the meat market next morning. Around Hanoi, a dead dog can bring a fortune to the locals. I personally suggest cremation, although ... Read More

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10 years ago
Thuong Thuong

Study Japanese language by English by Thuong Thuong

Dear friends, I planning to study Japanese when I am living in Yangon, but I just found the Japanese class they teach by Myanmar language. Do any one know where we they teach Japanese for foreigner by English? My appreciate for any sharing ...

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The exact problem I had while staying in Hanoi. I couldn't find any Japanese language school teaching Japanese in English. They were all teaching Japanese in Vietnamese. I think your best bet will be to try some good online (Skype) native ... Read More

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10 years ago
mal

Mountain area? by mal

Dear friends, I would like to stay few days in mountain area. Would you please say, what is the closest mountain area to HCMC? Or no mountains at all in Vietnam? If there are, how far by land or by air? Thanks in advance. Mal

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Da Lat is the nearest one. It's a lovely little hill station with panoramic view of the surrounding highlands and valleys. There are regular flights and bus services available from HCMC. Takes around 45 mints by air and roughly 8 hrs by bus. ... Read More

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10 years ago

tourism

Reasons for that are well summarized in this cute vlog post "Picking 13 pebbles out of Vietnamese tourism" Read More

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10 years ago

Seeking a job as an English Teacher and wish to make new friends :)

You should place an ad in the Suzhou job section. Your best bet, in my opinion, is to look for jobs as a "fitness instructor" or 'yoga instructor'. Yoga instructors are in high demand across Asia these days. As for becoming an ESL ... Read More

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10 years ago
samphung

Vietnames for free by samphung

Are u ready ??

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I am an IT lecturer, not language teacher. I am trying to help as much as I can. We are not exchange language, a club for foreigners practicing Vietnamese, we rarely talk in English. And even with teaching IT, I think like doing charity :D, not ... Read More

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10 years ago
samphung

Vietnames for free by samphung

Are u ready ??

bia_hoi

I think, you should, especially when your time, money and sincere efforts are involved in it, as you said. Otherwise, your (good) intentions could easily be misinterpreted! I reckon, like many other languages in this world, Vietnamese too has a ... Read More

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10 years ago

Are there opportunities for IT/ ICT teachers and trainers?

Thanks Bhavna, That one is a bit generalized overview, not much in it. Nevertheless, a good read for sure! :) Hope I get a few definitive leads and suggestions in my domain of interest. Else, might have to think of joining the ELT bandwagon in ... Read More

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10 years ago

Are there opportunities for IT/ ICT teachers and trainers?

In short, what's the prospect of teaching IT/ ICT/ Comp. Sc. etc. (in English) in Japan? Preferred levels: Secondary to Undergraduate. How about becoming a corporate IT trainer (in English)? Not sure if such jobs exist though! Rest assured, ... Read More

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10 years ago
bia_hoi

Document Legalization issue (Indian expats) by bia_hoi

I seek advice from [b]Indian expats [/b]who have recently got their academic certs attested by embassy and legalized by the Justice Dept. in HCMC. This was an issue I encountered recently in HCMC that left me confused. Justice Dept. will put the ...

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@VanKhanh Ho Hi, Thanks so much for the assurance. You are right, I thought it was Justice Dept, which too is located on Pasteur street. The address was 184B, External Relations Dept. Next time, I won't hesitate to submit these ... Read More

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10 years ago

Document Legalization issue (Indian expats)

I seek advice from Indian expats who have recently got their academic certs attested by embassy and legalized by the Justice Dept. in HCMC. This was an issue I encountered recently in HCMC that left me confused. Justice Dept. will put the stamps on ... Read More

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11 years ago
Luka27

Finding job in HCM from Slovenia by Luka27

Hello everyone, my name is Luka and I am from Slovenia. Because of personal reasons I want to move to HCMC. The reason is my girlfriend, that for longer time cant leave her current job because of a contract clause. So the idea is that I try to find ...

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The aggregator job-site I referred to is: careerjet.vn Read More

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11 years ago
Luka27

Finding job in HCM from Slovenia by Luka27

Hello everyone, my name is Luka and I am from Slovenia. Because of personal reasons I want to move to HCMC. The reason is my girlfriend, that for longer time cant leave her current job because of a contract clause. So the idea is that I try to find ...

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Hi Luka, I suggest, if possible try to come over here for a longer period, 3 months at least....and preferably on a DN visa. As Vi has pointed out, the best way to get a job here is through personal connections and networking.....and, it takes lot ... Read More

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11 years ago
rakesharora03

Indian Grocery Stores..... by rakesharora03

Hi Can any one please help me for Indian Grocery Stores from where i can buy "ATTA", "DAAL" Masalas....... Im Staying at district 1 in HCMC Thanks in Advance Rakesh Arora

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SHOP PH漂茽NG H脌 H脌M NGHI 膼峄媋 ch峄 : 58 H脿m Nghi, Qu岷璶 1, Tp.H峄 Ch铆 Minh (close to Bitexco Tower) phuonghahamnghi.vn/lien-he.html It's not an Indian grocery shop per say....however, they ... Read More

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11 years ago
Dara789

Looking Indian friends in Ho Chi Minh by Dara789

Hi friends, I'm Dara from India.I moved last month in Ho Chi Minh .Im trying to my luck here.I love this city but I didn't see any Indian in this city.If anyone here then text me pls. I'm quite new here. ...

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PM me if you are free in the weekends. We can catch up for coffee/beer. :) Read More

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11 years ago