jack
@satch36
English looking for information about Vietnam
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Lives in liverpool
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Registration: 21 June 2011
personal oxygen portable concentrator
Thanks snake, I will them. Regards J. Read More
personal oxygen portable concentrator
Is it possible to hire or buy, a portable oxygen concentrator, delivering a mimimum of 6 lpm, in Ho Chi Min City? Read More
Looking for WALNUT furniture... WHERE should I find? by baongoc
I have just moved to a new apartment in An Ph煤 dist. My husband and I intend to buy some furniture; such as bed, cabinet, table... We are only interested in Wood furniture, especially Walnut. It is really hard to find a good brand for this kind of ...
Have you looked in the 'classified' under 'furniture' and particularly the 'BESPOKE FURNITURE' advertisement. I am sure you can be helped by this small firm. Read More
Buying a camera in Ho chi minh city by satch36
I am contemplating buying a new camera. Specifically a FUJI finepix model. I need to be sure about a few things. Are there any pitfalls I should be aware of, e g are there 'fake copies' of cameras to be palmed of with? Are prices comparable with ...
Hi Liz. I am also from the Wirral. Pensby,, Do keep in touch. I hope to get out to VN later in the year. I have an eye problem I need to sort out but will be back as soon as i can. I have some good friends in HCMC, if you need advice or ... Read More
Buying a camera in Ho chi minh city by satch36
I am contemplating buying a new camera. Specifically a FUJI finepix model. I need to be sure about a few things. Are there any pitfalls I should be aware of, e g are there 'fake copies' of cameras to be palmed of with? Are prices comparable with ...
HI Lizreece1. I am back in the u.k now and bought my Fuji HS10 here, While I was in Ho Chi Minh I found this shop and was offered a deal on a Fuji HS 20. The shop is HONG 43, 43 Le Loi, District 1, 08.38216987 (information from a ... Read More
Buying a camera in Ho chi minh city by satch36
I am contemplating buying a new camera. Specifically a FUJI finepix model. I need to be sure about a few things. Are there any pitfalls I should be aware of, e g are there 'fake copies' of cameras to be palmed of with? Are prices comparable with ...
Thanks for that information. I have noticed this camera store mentioned before but only in relation to Nikon cameras. What I have in mind to buy is the Fuji Finepix HS20EXR or FinePix S200EXR I will check the store first chance I get.Thanks again. ... Read More
Buying a camera in Ho chi minh city
I am contemplating buying a new camera. Specifically a FUJI finepix model. I need to be sure about a few things. Are there any pitfalls I should be aware of, e g are there 'fake copies' of cameras to be palmed of with? Are prices comparable with ... Read More
Getting to know the typical Vietnamese. by Gpm2011
Been here in Vietnam for nearly 8 months but i don't have any idea what a typical Vietnamese is. Anybody wants to share with me some inputs. Thanks.
If I have offended anyone with my comments, I apologise I will accept my knowledge of VN is only limited, although I have visited this country annually and sometimes bi-annually, since 2004. The reason for my returning is simply that I love the ... Read More
Getting to know the typical Vietnamese. by Gpm2011
Been here in Vietnam for nearly 8 months but i don't have any idea what a typical Vietnamese is. Anybody wants to share with me some inputs. Thanks.
Jaitch. At the end of your post you list a whole bunch of 'why's'. Each 'why' is completed with a '?' which suggests you require answers. I suppose the overall answer, as I see it, is this. 'This is Viet Nam, these are Vietnamese people. ... Read More
Getting to know the typical Vietnamese. by Gpm2011
Been here in Vietnam for nearly 8 months but i don't have any idea what a typical Vietnamese is. Anybody wants to share with me some inputs. Thanks.
If you sit and wait for something to happen, it rarely will. You have to make it happen. You must go to meet the Vietnamese people. A smile or a nod of the head will often help. Make a fuss of their children, they love their kids and equally ... Read More
Binh Chau hot springs by satch36
I am going to Vung Tau for a few days and would like to visit Binh Chau hot springs. I have looked at many sites to see what transport there is but can only find tours to Binh Chau from HCMC, I am sure there is someone who will be able to tell me, ...
UPDATE Having had a chat with the receptionist at my hotel about the many options open to me, taxi, private hire, Honda om. I decided to take the bus. It was a two hour journey requiring a change , But no hanging around waiting for ... Read More
Binh Chau hot springs by satch36
I am going to Vung Tau for a few days and would like to visit Binh Chau hot springs. I have looked at many sites to see what transport there is but can only find tours to Binh Chau from HCMC, I am sure there is someone who will be able to tell me, ...
Hi Howie. Thanks for all the advice. As I am taking a friend a motorcycle would not be useful but I do take you point about asking from the receptionist about transport. Jack Read More
Binh Chau hot springs by satch36
I am going to Vung Tau for a few days and would like to visit Binh Chau hot springs. I have looked at many sites to see what transport there is but can only find tours to Binh Chau from HCMC, I am sure there is someone who will be able to tell me, ...
Thanks Howie, you have given me plenty of options, once again As for hiring a Moto, with my eyesight I would be a danger to one and all. Last time I personally drove a motorbike was about 50 or more years ago. Would love to able to do it once again ... Read More
Binh Chau hot springs
I am going to Vung Tau for a few days and would like to visit Binh Chau hot springs. I have looked at many sites to see what transport there is but can only find tours to Binh Chau from HCMC, I am sure there is someone who will be able to tell me, ... Read More
DON THAP province, Malaria advice
Thanks again for all your replies. It seems that common sense, plenty of repellant and often, is the order of the day. Jack Read More
DON THAP province, Malaria advice
Thanks for your speedy reply. Repellant is a problem for me because I sweat a lot and it just washes away. Welcome any thoughts about this problem. Jack Read More
DON THAP province, Malaria advice
I am going to Dong Thap province and I wonder if there is any evidence of Malaria in that general area? Jack Read More
Hazzzz... So difficult to find a native english teacher by Sonpham
Anyone let me an idea for this, i'm trying find a english teacher for me and my friend. But have no idea how can find and contact to... Have any Americian or British is available? Let me a call or message: 0937.117.369 or send me an email: by ...
Thanks Wideawake. One of the small things I enjoy doing with my life, is to help people to have a better understanding of my language and culture. I willingly do this for nothing. Of course I get some pleasure from doing this and also take ... Read More
Hazzzz... So difficult to find a native english teacher by Sonpham
Anyone let me an idea for this, i'm trying find a english teacher for me and my friend. But have no idea how can find and contact to... Have any Americian or British is available? Let me a call or message: 0937.117.369 or send me an email: by ...
Hi WideAwake. I am sorry but I do not understand the point you are making. Please explain. Regards Satch Read More
Hazzzz... So difficult to find a native english teacher by Sonpham
Anyone let me an idea for this, i'm trying find a english teacher for me and my friend. But have no idea how can find and contact to... Have any Americian or British is available? Let me a call or message: 0937.117.369 or send me an email: by ...
Hi Son and Sammy. Are you looking to improve your English or to learn English from the very beginning? Best wishes Satch Read More
Do you ever feel like a piece of meat? by muontrovevietnam
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There are many things that are different from our ex-pat way of life. To my mind this is what makes Viet Nam so special. I would not want the people to change their lifestyle, it is their country and their right. In many ways I think we have a lot ... Read More
arriving in Sept.2011 by satch36
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ...
When I am in Viet Nam I will base myself in HCMC and make my trips out from there. Any tips or advice will be gratefully received. Read More
arriving in Sept.2011 by satch36
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ...
Hi muontrovevietnam. Thanks for your response. I had an idea this was how names were written but rather than offend, I thought I would ask. I have learned never to 'assume', always ask. John Read More
arriving in Sept.2011 by satch36
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ...
Thanks snownau. On my previous trips to your country, I have spent most of my time in HCMC. I have been to Nha Trang, Vung Tau, the Mekong. This time I hope to visit more places. I just love your country, the people and your culture. I hate the ... Read More
arriving in Sept.2011 by satch36
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ...
Hi, Lee Chee Siong. I have used all three of you names, as I am not sure which is your first name. This is where I will learn a little more, when you advise which one I should use. I am not aware of Joe Satriani but I believe he is a 'rock' ... Read More
arriving in Sept.2011 by satch36
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ...
Thanks for the welcome Christine and for lostsouls comments. Hope to have some worthwhile dialogue over the coming months. Read More
arriving in Sept.2011
Hi to all in Viet Nam. Making my 7th trip to this wonderful country in September. Already have some exceptional friends there but always on the look out for new people to communicate with. I enjoy sharing experiences, both positive and negative. ... Read More