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charlie ta

@jinxedta

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American expat in Vietnam

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About me

American

Lives in Ho Chi Minh City

Speaks english, vietnamese, some spanish

Registration: 16 July 2012

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11 years ago
delatbabel

Best burger in Saigon? by delatbabel

What's your opinion? Currently my vote goes to the blue burger at Jaspas on Dong Khoi in D1. The meat is thick and tender, cooked to char on the outside but still juicy inside. If you're not a blue cheese fan like I am then maybe you ...

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Guess you guys haven't tried chuck's burgers Reminds me of in and out and five guys But way better pricing than other quality burgers in Saigon Read More

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12 years ago
GuestPoster48510

Serviced apartment in HCMC by GuestPoster48510

Hello all, While I am waiting for my business registration, which I am told can take up to 6 months, I would like to rent somewhere in District 1. I have a 5 year visa so hope this will allow me to sign a contract for a place. My question is, can ...

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[Moderated: no free ad on the forum pls + create an ad in the Housing in Ho Chi Minh City section] Read More

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12 years ago

i want to find a friend to share apartment

I have an extra room at my place I can sublet. It's a big room with a bonus loft. PM me. No i'm not an agent you can come check it out any time 27/27 tran nhat duat, Q1 Read More

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12 years ago
Tran Hung Dao

Survey: The next Convoy For Babies Run.... by Tran Hung Dao

Someone asked me when the next Convoy For Babies (CFB) Orphanage Run will take place so I'm posting a "survey" here to see who else may be interested. I'd like to get a handful of people interested so in case a few drop out, then we'd still have a ...

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I'm in are we meeting at a specific place by the saigon bridge before the convoy? Read More

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12 years ago
primus1975

christmans eve in saigon by primus1975

hey there! where can I go to meet people on christmas eve? Ist gonna be my second day in saigon and it would be nice meet people on christmas!! :-) thanks a lot cheers, primus

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Just a warning traffic sucks during the holidays in D1, so don't take your bike walk or if you have to take a taxi until you hit traffic then walk form there. you'll spend hours just getting form one side of d1 to the other. Read More

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12 years ago
HesselH

New To Expat Blog by HesselH

Hi all, My name is Hessel and although I have registered for 天美麻豆 last April already, I have never used my account until now. I'm 25 and from the Netherlands, I have been working here since a bit longer than a year in the Food Engineering ...

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Welcome hessel, We're all here to help you just gotta ask charlie Read More

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12 years ago

The Great Christmas Buffet Thread

It really not that good. sub-par at best. Make dinner yourself, If you need help I can get you started. Read More

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12 years ago
mikeymyke

Gotta love crooked airport customs ppl lol by mikeymyke

Came into Tan Son Nhat airport in Saigon for my upcoming wedding and before I came, I searched the net, as well as the Canada and USA official govt websites, and all indicate u can bring $7000 max without declare. so i decide bring $7000 even. Now ...

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the $5000 is the limit for leaving VN not coming in. They don't expect you to read the sign carefully I already had this happened to me twice. Read More

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12 years ago

Looking for friends to ride with on days off....

Weekend sound great too. if you guys want to set something up... send me a message. 090 666 9623 I've found some awesome places on my little excursions I would like to find more.. CHarlie Read More

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12 years ago

Looking for friends to ride with on days off....

Hi, I'm off on tuesdays and would like to explore HCMC more or the outskirts if possible. Leave at 12 get back around 8 or 9 Let me know if you're interested thanks, Charlie Read More

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12 years ago
Goobag

Martial arts in Ho Chi Minh by Goobag

I have recently arrived in Ho Chi Minh from Korea. I am living in district 7. In Korea I had ridiculous amounts of free time and took to studying martial arts. It's perfect for me. Keeps me stress free allows me to think. I'm no fighter but I like ...

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Check out my buddy erick really nice guy and awesome teacher facebook.com/VietNamLutaLivre Read More

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12 years ago
huyentt

Looking for volunteers for Teaching Charity at a temple in Dist.4 by huyentt

Dear Expats, Recently, I have been joining in a teaching charity which was taken place in Giac Nguyen Temple in Dist. 4. As we plan, we will open English classes for poor people who keen on studying English. There will be 3 classes per week (on ...

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Hey I would like to help, PM me with more details. Thanks, Charlie Read More

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12 years ago
ccana

Motobike Driving Lesson. by ccana

I'm trying to learn how to drive motobike. Anyplace to do it in HCMC? How is the cost?

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If your new on a bike I'm more than happy to help. I have been riding motorcycles for over 10yrs I have and M1 endorsement and have done upper level riding classes in in the states. Read More

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12 years ago
darago01

I need pie! by darago01

Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...

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Ooooooo, it would be nice to make some pies for thanksgiving! :DWe are doing a pot luck at my place for thanksgiving. Just a bunch of us expats bringing what they make best and or what they buy best lol. Read More

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12 years ago
darago01

I need pie! by darago01

Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...

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Nope, I have yet to eaten any pie here. I found a few places that sell cheesecake and apple crumble, but it's not the same, haha. Oh well, one day :PAre you craving pies too??? I have a little eatery, With a convection oven. your more than welcome ... Read More

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12 years ago
gr4578

Help me decide!! Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi?! Moving in October by gr4578

Hey everyone! I am a 22 year old American from New York City. Right now, I'm in contact with a school in Vietnam to teach English. I just finished my CELTA certificate and am finalizing my job plans. I hope to be in Vietnam in October. I am ...

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Thumbs up for HCMC I've moved here 9 months ago ( I'm also from the east coast Kings Bridge Bronx) Too much to do here in the city which is a good thing. Hope to see another fellow New Yorker her soon Read More

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12 years ago

What's going on at SSIS ??

Kinda makes you a little worried with all that. It does add up to something, most likely not good Read More

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12 years ago

Places to visit in Saigon

2 words "Street food" in HCMC is great just follow the crowds if you need any recommendation just message me CT Read More

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12 years ago
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where can i find bedroom furniture by jinxedta

I'm looking for bedroom furniture I don't want to spend too much Vietnamese styles are okay

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Yeah I'm not looking for high priced furniture. I know most of the furniture here in Vietnam is really overpriced Read More

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12 years ago
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where can i find bedroom furniture by jinxedta

I'm looking for bedroom furniture I don't want to spend too much Vietnamese styles are okay

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I don't want to make my own Howie, Some pre made stuff will be fine lol I'm getting a house and its empty so I need to fill it up Thanks for the suggestion though Read More

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12 years ago

where can i find bedroom furniture

I'm looking for bedroom furniture I don't want to spend too much Vietnamese styles are okay Read More

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13 years ago

Free help for newbies on the ins & outs of HCMC

Not like that at all, More of a free message service, what to watch out for when getting here. e.g. Avoiding the eagerly helpful taxi drivers at the international terminal at Tan Son Airport, and that they can find the Mai Linh Taxi Stand just ... Read More

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13 years ago

Free help for newbies on the ins & outs of HCMC

Hey guys, I've been here in HCMC for about 9 months here, If your new and need some info to where to go (mostly shopping) what to eat. let me know I've traveled the mean streets of HCMC (well most of them) lol I've been swindled, scammed, and ... Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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I found a new speed dating thing while searching around the net give me your thoughts vnspeeddating.com I think Im gonna try it I had fun when I did them in the US Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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I didn't know this would be such hot topic here... By all means I'm not into the 1 night stands. I just saying that its not hard to find someone her in VN but finding that someone that is looking to get to know one another before getting so ... Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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Thanks for all the chime ins guys/gals. I would like to be able to meet someone and get to know them first before getting into something serious. I am viet American yes I can speak Vietnamese. But sometime there are points of confusion and ... Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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go to da nang and hoi anh it really nice up there and not too many tourist well except for hoi an I'm not too much of a fan of the back packers district seems too seedy at times plus most of my friends have been robbed or pick pocketed ... Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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Can't sleep... Been busy writing business plans and though this would be a good topic to talk about since i hit a writers block an hour ago. yeah I'm living in d1 Read More

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13 years ago
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Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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thanks guys for the advice, Back in the states they have speed dating there not of that here is there? I had a lot of fun going to those events. any girls gonna chime in and help a brotha out? I would like both sides of the coin here Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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I've been around the block before lol Yeah I've heard of those stories too. I wouldn't fall for any of those shenanigans. I already had a girl try to pull that on me already so unfortunate. she seem really nice though. I guess I'm really ... Read More

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13 years ago
jinxedta

Dating I HCMC by jinxedta

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ...

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I not looking for for that type of girl. I stay away from the so call easy girls. too many land mines in that field. What about dating site anyone have any luck with those here? Is there a singles mixers or speed dating places in HCMC? Read More

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13 years ago
Fcoste

Need help! Moving to HCM at the end of June!! by Fcoste

Hi, I will be moving to Saigon at the end of June and wanted to know a little bit about how to get around the city, I will be working in the Binh Tan district but would prefer to live more in the centre of town closer to the expat community. Is it ...

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Hey Flo, We are more than happy yo help out, There are plenty of places to rent rooms or apt depends on your budget. I would stay away from Pham Ngu Lao if your not street wise. but the top tip when you get here off the airport don't let any of ... Read More

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13 years ago

Dating I HCMC

Okay Just throwing this out there. FYI (i'm not lookiong for anyone on here i know this is not a dating site) Just some advice. I've been here in HCMC for a few months, I only have one question Where are all the good girls in this town. I've ... Read More

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13 years ago
Meo_yo

Looking for new friends with same interest!! by Meo_yo

Hi guys! I'm Meo!! I'm wanting to go to Vietnam summer of 2014 and I want to go ahead and start making friends that are going to go there around that time OR already live there! I love to eat street foods, go to cafes to lounge around EAT DESSERT, ...

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Boomer Sooner!!!!! :DThis could be... problematic.LOL I didn't realized it before the "Sooner or Cowboy?" i guess it was a typo. hey kiddo you will find plenty of good people here in HCMC, just keep your wits about you and you'll be fine. Read More

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13 years ago
thanhmai296

Mai's introdution by thanhmai296

Hello everyone, My name's Mai, you can call me Ginny. I am 22 year old and I am working in Ho chi minh city now. It's nice to meet you guy.

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Welcome to Saigon. Don't party too much :) Read More

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13 years ago
Meo_yo

Looking for new friends with same interest!! by Meo_yo

Hi guys! I'm Meo!! I'm wanting to go to Vietnam summer of 2014 and I want to go ahead and start making friends that are going to go there around that time OR already live there! I love to eat street foods, go to cafes to lounge around EAT DESSERT, ...

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Are you coming for a visit or staying? Read More

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13 years ago
TheRedDeluge

Moving to HCMC in February! by TheRedDeluge

Hi Everyone, I am new to expat forums and will be new to Vietnam. I am moving to HCMC in February, so I am preparing to come. I am moving from Maryland, USA, but I am from California originally. I hope to make some friends and get to know the city. ...

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Charlie,I was born in San Jose. There are many Vietnamese there as you know. But I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and also north of Sacramento for my high school years. Nice to meet you all.I love San Francisco, It my home away from home. I ... Read More

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13 years ago
TheRedDeluge

Moving to HCMC in February! by TheRedDeluge

Hi Everyone, I am new to expat forums and will be new to Vietnam. I am moving to HCMC in February, so I am preparing to come. I am moving from Maryland, USA, but I am from California originally. I hope to make some friends and get to know the city. ...

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Charlie, Should be back there mid January. Will you still be around?Yup I'll be here man I'm living in d1 give me a call when you get back in. Read More

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13 years ago
Travel12

Do I need a dvd player? by Travel12

I purchased a DVD movie from one of the stands and asked the seller if I would be able to play it on my laptop. Of course they said YES YES YES so I bought it. Now I'm home and it wont play on my laptop. Did I just get a bad DVD or do I need a DVD ...

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If you want to play your dvd. download VLC player from video land its free just google it. if your dvd doesn't play with that. chances are you got a bad one. Read More

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13 years ago
TheRedDeluge

Moving to HCMC in February! by TheRedDeluge

Hi Everyone, I am new to expat forums and will be new to Vietnam. I am moving to HCMC in February, so I am preparing to come. I am moving from Maryland, USA, but I am from California originally. I hope to make some friends and get to know the city. ...

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Anna, I didn't see this thread of yours earlier. But, as all of these guys have demonstrated, there is not much to be nervous about. Nothing a little self-awareness and sense of adventure can't overcome. Best wishes, HowieAgreed!!! what up ... Read More

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13 years ago
Satran

Iphone unlock service? by Satran

Hi all, I'm currently using Iphone 4S in Japan that needs to be unlocked to be used in Vietnam. Do you know any place in HCMC providing this service? Thank you!

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If you want to unlock your iphone to be used in worldwide, you can contact your operator in japan to register your IMEI to Apple, it may cost you ~$150 depends on your operator in Japan's regulars. You can also register your IMEI to Apple's server ... Read More

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13 years ago
Satran

Iphone unlock service? by Satran

Hi all, I'm currently using Iphone 4S in Japan that needs to be unlocked to be used in Vietnam. Do you know any place in HCMC providing this service? Thank you!

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you can have it unlocked at any of the repair stores the prices are $300,000 dong for 24hr time frame or $700,000 to $800,000 for 1-2hr service don't let them charge you any more than that. I got mine done a month ago. you don't even have to ... Read More

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13 years ago
danielle. akj

Newbie In Ho Chi Minh City by danielle. akj

Hi Guys, I'm relocating to HCMC from Jakarta Indonesia. I've been here about 2 weeks my current activity is hunting for a job in Digital Advertising/Digital Media. I'm looking for some new friends. Happy to meet up for coffee or drinks, feel ...

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Sorry I was just trying to help. Charlie Read More

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13 years ago
danielle. akj

Newbie In Ho Chi Minh City by danielle. akj

Hi Guys, I'm relocating to HCMC from Jakarta Indonesia. I've been here about 2 weeks my current activity is hunting for a job in Digital Advertising/Digital Media. I'm looking for some new friends. Happy to meet up for coffee or drinks, feel ...

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if your looking for a place where a lot of foreigners, friendly people live and that is close to district 1. PM me. I am only paying 250 a month for great place. charlie Read More

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13 years ago
Hans.b

2nd day in HCM. Looking for new friends :) by Hans.b

Hi all! My name is Hans from California and I just got here yesterday and am missing my friends and family back home already. I'm easy going and speak a little bit of vn but would like to practice :P . I hope to make a lot of new friends here, see ...

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hey hans, where in Ca. are you from, I just moved here a month ago from the I.E. riverside area I'm living by the somerset building and there is a larger community of foreigners around especially in hem 18A. PM me if you have any questions on ... Read More

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13 years ago

Looking for a jogging and workout partner

yeah that's a bit of a distance away. I usually workout around 6 or 7 at night. Read More

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13 years ago

Looking for a jogging and workout partner

Hey all, I'm trying to get back in shape, looking for a partner or group to go jogging with in D1. NTMK AND Mac dinh chi Read More

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13 years ago
katla

new girl 27, looking for fun by katla

Hello, I have been in Vietnam for about 3 months now. I am American, from MI. I have lived all over the world. Started moving with my family when I was 5 years old and never stopped. I am working at an international school here and the only people ...

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We all should just set a date and go out to a coffee shop or bar and chat it up. If you're up to it I'll try to get something together for everyone to meet. Charlie Read More

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13 years ago
Anne.Doan

New member by Anne.Doan

Hi everyone, My name is Anne. I am living in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh city. I working as a sale executive for serviced apartment leasing. It's nice to meet people in this Forum. Thank you and wish you have a good day! Anne

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Hi anne, welcome to expat-blog Read More

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13 years ago
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anyone want to hangout by jinxedta

I know this is short notice Does anyone want to hang out this Sunday for coffee or a food craw in D1. Charlie

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Hi Charlie, I am fairly new to HCM also. Let me know if you still want to meet up for coffee or food this Sunday. HelenHey Helen, I would like to meet up this weekend, but unfortunately I will be visiting a friend in Thailand on Thursday and ... Read More

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13 years ago
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anyone want to hangout by jinxedta

I know this is short notice Does anyone want to hang out this Sunday for coffee or a food craw in D1. Charlie

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Hi Charlie, Welcome to HCM city and Expat-Blog! What is your reason for staying here for 5 months if you don't mind I am asking? Is it for business or pleasure? TomA little bit of both. I needed a little change of pace from the US, so I'm ... Read More

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13 years ago
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anyone want to hangout by jinxedta

I know this is short notice Does anyone want to hang out this Sunday for coffee or a food craw in D1. Charlie

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Anh Charlie ơi, sao em tired of being alone qu谩 h脿, ước g矛 em l煤c n脿o cũng c贸 thể cười tươi như anh th矛 tốt biết mấy, chắc tại em gi脿 rồi nhỉ ? Th么i nghe ... Read More

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13 years ago
wildislove

Saigon Housing by wildislove

Will it be difficult for me to find housing in Saigon for only two months? What do you guys suggest?

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I don't really know anything about the districts. However, I have family & friends that live in Saigon, so I'm waiting to hear back from them. I'm looking to spend $300 - $400 for rent. Sharing a apartment with other expats would be a plus.hey I'm ... Read More

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13 years ago

anyone want to hangout

I know this is short notice Does anyone want to hang out this Sunday for coffee or a food craw in D1. Charlie Read More

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13 years ago

Making purchases in HCMC from US

you might not save as much as you think with the shipping time and cost. you will also need someone to verify if its the real thing too. Read More

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13 years ago
parissgarcia

Im a newbie here. I have few questions.. by parissgarcia

Hello everyone. Im a Filipina but currently staying in Singapore. Just last week, I got a call from one of the companies in ho min chi.I had series of interviews over the phone and skype and they are inviting for a face to face interview next week. ...

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hey parissgarcia, if you decide to come to VN let us know we can all help out. these guys have been wonderful with all the information that they have provided. I have been here for a week in HCMC and its a wondeful place but careful of the ... Read More

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13 years ago
bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Wednesday, November 07, 2012 by bechum

Guys, up-coming meet-up will be handled at the place that everybody can gathering, can talk, enjoy music and especially that we can SWING together :) Here is preliminary plan: - Date & time: 7:30pm , Wednesday, November 07, 2012 - ...

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Hey thanks bechum for the warm welcome tonight. It was a lot fun, count me in on the next outing. Charlie Read More

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13 years ago
Nakamura99

after work activities by Nakamura99

Hi everybody ! I am new here,and I have just moving to HCMC for around 2 months, everythings is just different, anyones here can help me what activities I can join after work, thank you , but I prefer not drinking :))

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That's still good enough. I'm alway up to make new friends. Read More

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13 years ago
Nakamura99

after work activities by Nakamura99

Hi everybody ! I am new here,and I have just moving to HCMC for around 2 months, everythings is just different, anyones here can help me what activities I can join after work, thank you , but I prefer not drinking :))

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That sounds like fun, what type of camera do you have? Read More

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13 years ago
Nakamura99

after work activities by Nakamura99

Hi everybody ! I am new here,and I have just moving to HCMC for around 2 months, everythings is just different, anyones here can help me what activities I can join after work, thank you , but I prefer not drinking :))

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hey nakamura, I just got to VN a few days ago, and would like to make new friends and find an activity buddy. pm me charlie Read More

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13 years ago
noccaguy

Dance classes by noccaguy

Hi folks, I'm an American who's a big fan of line dancing, square dancing, and especially contradancing (youtube.com/watch?v=j9L0dz3qmsc). Does anyone know someone in Saigon who gets together to do any of those kinds of dancing? Does anyone know ...

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hey casey you should hit up Chum they are holding a expat meeting this Wednesday i heard that there will be swing dancing. /forum/viewtopic.php?id=208943 Charlie Read More

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13 years ago
Wild_1

Verizon iphone 5? by Wild_1

Hi gang, Do any of you have or know someone in Vietnam, who has, an American Verizon-version of the new iphone 5? Apprently, that is all Apple is selling now, in southern California. I really need one and would really like to get one. But, I am ...

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hey howie, I heard some where that the verizon one is already unlocked. here is the link hopes it helps you out man. The phone is CDMA and also should have a sim ... Read More

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bechum

Expat blog weekly meet up - Wednesday, November 07, 2012 by bechum

Guys, up-coming meet-up will be handled at the place that everybody can gathering, can talk, enjoy music and especially that we can SWING together :) Here is preliminary plan: - Date & time: 7:30pm , Wednesday, November 07, 2012 - ...

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count me in chum, I'll be back in HCMC that wendsday Charlie Read More

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andy111

texas hold em by andy111

hey does anyone have any poker nights around D1,be cool to join up

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Ok 4 more then we have a full game. Read More

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andy111

texas hold em by andy111

hey does anyone have any poker nights around D1,be cool to join up

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I'm down for some texas hold em. keep me posted guys. Read More

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13 years ago

moving to vn looking to make friends

hey caprigal, Yeah I'm arriving in HCMC on thursday, I'm gonna try to meet up with couple of people when out there. let me know if your free. Thanks, Charlie Read More

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13 years ago

Search Marketing jobs in Ho Chi Minh City

Hi guys/gals, I'm in the same boat I will be moving to HCMC late this month I would appreciate it if some could give me some leads. I have a degree in marketing, business admin, and a tefl cert. I have over 6 years or sales and marketing ... Read More

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moving to vn looking to make friends

Hi guys/gals, I finally bought my ticket, and will be moving to VN on the 30th of this month. I'm looking to make new friends and business contacts. hope to hear from some you locals. Charlie Read More

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KatNGUYEN

Bonjour de SaiGon.( I'm Saigon-ese ) by KatNGUYEN

Hello everybody ! I'm a new of this forum. I would like to make friend with everyone that lead me to have communication in English or Francais ^__^ ...well...i must say something about me : My name is Kat ( Như Ng芒n ) , i'm 25 ( it let you ...

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Hi kat, Welcome, I will be moving back to Vietnam in a couple weeks. I too would like to make new friends, since I will be new in town. Charlie Read More

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willwall

Heart Rate Monitor by willwall

Trying to locate a Heart Rate Monitor in HCMC without any luck so far. OMRON and other companies make them but proving difficult to get my hands on one Appreciate any advice on where to buy one or where I should be looking. Willwall

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If you have an Iphone or android there is an app for it. It works pretty well just search for it. Read More

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Lazyfun

New to game. by Lazyfun

Hello, Name is Wayne. Just wanted what's up?! I am planning to move September. I would like to make some friends. :)

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Hey wayne, What's up man I'm in the same boat as you are. I'm moving in late october, when are you leavin for VN. Do you have family over there? Charlie Read More

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Thinking about moving to vietnam by jinxedta

Hello folks, I'm thinking about moving to vietnam I have family in the south but would love to stay and work in ho chi minh. I would love to make some new contacts before taking the plunge. Maybe make some new friends along the way. I frequently ...

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thanks for the reply guys. I should be in vietnam in late october. kinda scary but looking forward to the change. Read More

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Making friends before I visit by zztonedefzz

Hi everyone! My name is Zack. I'm 24 and studying Computer Science in the United States. I'm looking to meet some Vietnamese natives that don't live to far from Quan 4. I will be coming to Vietnam in a few months and I want to hang out and ...

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Yeah you can still get it a license I think the M1 pertains to larger CC bikes. My parents moved back to Vietnam 5 years ago and both of then got their licenses without taking the written. They just took the road test. Read More

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Making friends before I visit by zztonedefzz

Hi everyone! My name is Zack. I'm 24 and studying Computer Science in the United States. I'm looking to meet some Vietnamese natives that don't live to far from Quan 4. I will be coming to Vietnam in a few months and I want to hang out and ...

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tet gets crazy over there. get ready for a population overload (huge crowds) more than normal during that time of the year. don't forget to bring your license so you can get a vietnamese DL over there and its a plus if you have a M1 motorcycle ... Read More

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Making friends before I visit by zztonedefzz

Hi everyone! My name is Zack. I'm 24 and studying Computer Science in the United States. I'm looking to meet some Vietnamese natives that don't live to far from Quan 4. I will be coming to Vietnam in a few months and I want to hang out and ...

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wow you're going in december that a pretty busy time for HCMC christmas is huge over there. a really good time to go. alright bud, keep in touch. Charlie Read More

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Making friends before I visit by zztonedefzz

Hi everyone! My name is Zack. I'm 24 and studying Computer Science in the United States. I'm looking to meet some Vietnamese natives that don't live to far from Quan 4. I will be coming to Vietnam in a few months and I want to hang out and ...

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What up zack, I'm making that leap too... I will be leaving for Vietnam in late October. Hope to see you guys there. Where in the states are you from Charlie Read More

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13 years ago

looking for a possible roommate

Hey guys I'm thinking of making the move to Saigon in late October mid November. I have been looking on criagslist and found a few places that look promising and will be contacting a real estate agent to also aid in the search. I'm looking to ... Read More

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Thinking about moving to vietnam

Hello folks, I'm thinking about moving to vietnam I have family in the south but would love to stay and work in ho chi minh. I would love to make some new contacts before taking the plunge. Maybe make some new friends along the way. I frequently ... Read More

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