ThaoBrewster
Vietnamese citizen
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Vietnamese
Lives in Nha Trang
Registration: 22 August 2015
I'd like to get an indoor dog in HCMC by Mueda
Hello. I was looking for a breeder but found this article https://vietnampets.wordpress.com/category/vietnam-dog-breeders/ I can't yet find the reliable Info about which breeder is fine. Any recommended one? I'm going to get American ...
I found that flea collars work really well instead of taking the dogs to the vet every month for a flea jab, buy them a new flea collar every 3 months, so long as they don't get wet they work better than any jabs . Read More
I'd like to get an indoor dog in HCMC by Mueda
Hello. I was looking for a breeder but found this article https://vietnampets.wordpress.com/category/vietnam-dog-breeders/ I can't yet find the reliable Info about which breeder is fine. Any recommended one? I'm going to get American ...
You don't need to get yourself a Pacific breed of dog. I have two two dogs both are mongrels . I was given one and fell in love with the other when looking in a pet shop. Both are terrific dogs . Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
There are 12 thousend fatalities a year in Vietnam , the figures speak for themslfs . Read More
My vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my house in vietnam overnight by enigma1981
Today i went to the local police station in da nang,cause i just renewed my visa,and the policeman told me they have right to check my house which i rented one month ago anytime even at mid-night?! And my vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my ...
Is he an. Ex - boyfriend or Ex American ? I don't think bad about your country I love it here . Giving a few dollars to the police now and again to keep out of trouble an't a bad thing. I wish it was the same in the UK but they are greedy ... Read More
Real Estate Jobs For Australians - Is there any work or advice on..... by asiabound
Hi There, I am a new member here, this is my first post. :) I have been in real estate on the Gold Coast Australia for many years. I am looking for real estate work in Vietnam if possible or advice about foreigners opening up their own property ...
I think everyone has given you the absolute best advice. I live in Nha - Trang and keep an eye on Real estate. The market is so slow. The Vietnamese normaly want to buy land and build new. Houses are on the market for years foreigners can only ... Read More
A reminder to be careful driving. by Adhome01
HCMC police look for car in hit-and-run that kills Danish businessman. http://www.thanhniennews.com/society/hcmc-police-look-for-car-in-hitandrun-that-kills-danish-businessman-53396.html
I think they were just extracting money from a foreigner. I was stoped by the police for jumping a set of mystical traffic lights, they DIDENT exsist. No ticket just pay the beer money and away you go.. Read More
USEFUL INFORMATIONS ABOUT VIETNAM FOR NEW COMERS by ngahuynh8074
Hi all, I am Vietnamese, I live in Hochiminh city. I'm a lawyer (woman), also a biker. You know, Vietnam is a beautiful country with many places with various cultures to visit, to ride, to explore, to experience. There're a lot of expats ...
It's a shame they are digging up most of the main road the HM1, it's become a death trap at the moment, dusty, bumpy, and unsuitable for motorbikes. I've never herd such loud horns in my life, and they are going off all the time. I think ... Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I would like to know what the zebra crossings are all about. No one ever stops for a pedestrian even if they are half way across. Are they just road Art, something to Brighton up the place or to keep some workers in a jobs. Any ideas please let me ... Read More
A reminder to be careful driving. by Adhome01
HCMC police look for car in hit-and-run that kills Danish businessman. http://www.thanhniennews.com/society/hcmc-police-look-for-car-in-hitandrun-that-kills-danish-businessman-53396.html
Avoiding suicidal drivers is probebly the hardest thing about living in Vietnam. When turning onto a main road why don't the Vietnamese ever look to see if it's clear. I just don't understand the insanity of this maneuver. It all takes ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
Walmart is one of the biggest companies in the world. Everywhere it goes it swallows up its competition. The 15 CEOs are payed roughly $ 37.000 a day that's without their huge bonuses of about $18 million - $15 million in stock options -$ 3 ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
Walmart is coming, what are we all supposed to say wooopii , God Bless America. I thought this was a discussion group not a news reel. Personaly I'm dead against it, if you don't want to discuss it Gobot then that's fine with me. Also ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
You would know all about cheese and joints Ron. So don't worry yourself I'm on here to listen to everyone's opinion. I don't smoke or drink so chill out. Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
岷 you kidding me brov. Burgers KFC and all your fast foods are the reason there's a massive problem of Obisity and I'll health in the western world. I like the Vietnamese I don't want to kill em. Keep all your fast food outlets in ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
I was just looking for a handyman with their own tools to pop around and do a few jobs for me. If your interested you've got the job.. 馃槢 Read More
Vietnam During Tet by Jagom
Hello I will be visiting Vietnam during Tet 2016 and was looking for advice on what to expect. will be in Da Nang first week of February then either Nha Trang or Can Tho depending on the advice I get then on to Ho Chi Minh for a week. Any advice ...
It took me 4 hours last year to get a train ticket from Nha Trang to Saigon and that was two weeks before Tet . So my advice is book your tickets way ahead. If not you might not be traveling anywhere. Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
All men have got tool boxes, but very rarely use the tools. It's just to show off to other guys , look at my tools, mines is bigger than yours. It also feels good when someone wants to borrow a tool and you can say , yep I've got one of ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
Because you can go to any city in the western world and they all have these multinational company's . they all look the same. I want Vietnam to hang on to its independency and unique culture. Don't give it up. I would rather go to the ... Read More
Wal-Mart coming to Vietnam!!!! by Vagabondone
Heard news that Wal-Mart is planning on invading Vietnam. What a sad day. Sure hope it does not happen in a country that is so dependent on mom and pop shops. These mom and pops can not compete with the likes of Wal-Mart and many major chains ...
I come here to get away from all the super stores the fast foods outlets and all the crap that goes with it. I'm disjointed that Vietnamese is going down that road. We have 3 super stores already in Nha Trang that's sprung up in the last two ... Read More
New here! Questions by Zepo
Hi, I met a nice Vietnam woman online, She is 41 I am 53. She is coming to visit me in Florida in January. She has to go through tourist company because this is her first Trip to the USA. She will land first in Chicago, and tour the Navy Pier ...
May I suggest that you just take your time and come over to Vietnam a few months after January. This whole thing of her coming to you and then disappearing from her group will only cause you and her a big problem. If she does this disappearing act ... Read More
My vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my house in vietnam overnight by enigma1981
Today i went to the local police station in da nang,cause i just renewed my visa,and the policeman told me they have right to check my house which i rented one month ago anytime even at mid-night?! And my vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my ...
Just change your tea money to beer money .... No problem. Read More
Where can i buy E Cigs in Da Nang? by GuestPoster99
Hi guys! I just arrived in Da Nang and am searching for an electronic cigarette supplier. My battery and charger broke on the flight here. Any help is appreciated!!
I thought the goverment had a block on selling Vapers &E cigaretts I went on the Internet and it said anyone selling Vapers & E cigarette would be fined and their goods would be taken. Read More
Workout supplements and protein powder in HCM????? by ericd937
Is there a place in HCM where I can get workout supplements, protein powder, and such for a decent price? Should I expect to pay more or less than I do in the U.S. for these things. I'm not sure how common these things are in Vietnam?
Protein powders from the USA are much more expencive. Bring with you as much as you can. Read More
Time to run away? by Jquinoq
:/ so, I met this girl 34 years old , started dating her ( seriously) within a week her family has me at a Buddha temple talking about wedding dates with a " master" . Omg. I just met her WTF is the family thinking after two week " marriage" her ...
That's ok , but she sounds to good to miss out on , so do you want to leave me her number ,,, Read More
Having our first baby! by markeggs
Hey guys, My wife and I are having our first baby in December. Currently, we are in the process of trying to find everything we need (strollers, crib, etc.). I just found the website "me oi" and it looks ok. Ideally, we would like to ...
Went out shopping yesterday for some baby cloths and found a very nice shop in Nha trang . Good quality and not so expencive. We even brought a cot. They had one there for 12 million very nice made of wood or another one made from metal for less ... Read More
Having our first baby! by markeggs
Hey guys, My wife and I are having our first baby in December. Currently, we are in the process of trying to find everything we need (strollers, crib, etc.). I just found the website "me oi" and it looks ok. Ideally, we would like to ...
Twos company threes a crowed so be prepare for a crowed. We are also expecting a baby girl 7th December. It's the first baby for my wife. Congrats to you two other guys. We live in Nha Trang and there are many baby shops to choose from. We will ... Read More
Theft WARNING
Thanks Kamala , but this isent new it's been going on for a few years now and the lack of policing doesn't help. Unfortunatly it's has become worse and the theives are taking advantage of the poorly policed situation. The police are more ... Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
I will never forget my roots, but I'm very disappointed with the gardeners, they ignored to water the plants. I have no intention of going back. I've been coming here since 2001 and living here for the past 4 years. Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
I'm thankful that I live hear and not London. I'm afraid London has gone to the dogs along with many other city's in the UK .**** Read More
What do you like the most in Vietnam? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vietnam? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vietnam and the reason why you enjoy ...
I love Vietnams friendliness, most people will want to try and communicate with you sharing a joke. If you smile at them first. A smile goes along way in Vietnam. I love the climate, the Beautiful scenery. The freedom and the cost of living. ... Read More
How do you get "local" price by username222
Yeah it's no secret that Vietnam over charge foreigners, especially with housing agents lurking this forum charing you x2.5 or x3 what they would charge for rent to a local person living in Saigon. So my question is, how do I get a room / ...
I decided not to have any bitch bars on mine, but instead have increased the wife's life insurance quite considerably. Read More
How do you get "local" price by username222
Yeah it's no secret that Vietnam over charge foreigners, especially with housing agents lurking this forum charing you x2.5 or x3 what they would charge for rent to a local person living in Saigon. So my question is, how do I get a room / ...
If you don't think your getting a good deal, don't buy it, don't rent it, and don't moan about it. Simples. Mummy's not hear to hold your hand so grow a pair Kathmandus and join in have fun with the bartering game. Never take ... Read More
How do you get "local" price by username222
Yeah it's no secret that Vietnam over charge foreigners, especially with housing agents lurking this forum charing you x2.5 or x3 what they would charge for rent to a local person living in Saigon. So my question is, how do I get a room / ...
Bluenz, they don't need people smugglers to get into the UK , they lay out the red carpet. Border control is non existant. Where's the benifit office are the first words they lern. England is the new Mecca. 350 thousend arrive every year. ... Read More
How do you get "local" price by username222
Yeah it's no secret that Vietnam over charge foreigners, especially with housing agents lurking this forum charing you x2.5 or x3 what they would charge for rent to a local person living in Saigon. So my question is, how do I get a room / ...
The days of the rich foreigners have long gone. People in the UK are struggling to make ends meat. Cut backs on with the councils, health service, schools, and no pay increase for many years. Zero working hours, minimum wage if your lucky to find a ... Read More
Fitness clubs with free weights in Hoi An? by Kenny4949
Are there gyms with free weights in Hoi An? What is the cost per month?
Plenty - cost per month $ 15 or there abouts ... If you go to the hotels with a gym expect to pay 3 times that ,,,, Read More
What is up with Vietnamese children??? by cgtheisen
Ok, so I come to live here in Hoi An with my Vietnamese wife, hearing stories about how strictly she was raised and how kids had to be well-behaved. Since I've been in Vietnam I've had a total of more than half a dozen small kids throwing ...
Thanks Jimbream , but we will have to agree to disagree on that one. I have been coming to VN since 2002 and for the past 4 years have been living in Nha~ Trang. I can honestly say the kids of all ages are very well behaved Where I live. They all ... Read More
What is up with Vietnamese children??? by cgtheisen
Ok, so I come to live here in Hoi An with my Vietnamese wife, hearing stories about how strictly she was raised and how kids had to be well-behaved. Since I've been in Vietnam I've had a total of more than half a dozen small kids throwing ...
I'm very surprised to hear that about Vietnamese children. Normaly they are very well behaved, more so than Western kids. I'm sure the new generation of children haven't got the strick upbringing as before, but that doesn't warrent ... Read More