ipporek
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Speaks English, Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia (lost touch with my French and German unfortunately)
Registration: 17 July 2012
Looking forward church in english version by emanuelasun
Hello everybody, somebody could suggest me any church in english version in district 1 or better district 7 also hours. Thank you so much Emanuela
Hi, can I just double check if anyone knows whether the English Mass is still ongoing? By the way, I don't suppose there's such thing as Latin Mass in Ho Chi Minh? Read More
Recommendations for hotel near MIECC
Hi all, am coming down for a convention at Malaysia International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC) later this month. Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on hotels around the area? Preferably not one of those really expensive ... Read More
Recommendations for hotel near MIECC
At first was looking at Hotel ibis Styles KL Cheras, but just worried it might be a little too far. Read More
Recommendations for hotel near MIECC
Hi all, am coming down for a convention at Malaysia International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC) later this month. Was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on hotels around the area? Preferably not one of those really expensive ... Read More
Nice to meet you ;) by wow_silver
Hi everyone, I am Tuna. Tuna is the name of a kind of fish. I am living in Ho Chi Minh city, 21 years old and I am a student at university, my major is law. And....... I want to make relation with everybody so if you want to be my friend, explore Ho ...
Hi Tuna, welcome to 天美麻豆! :) Read More
Hello all, First time enjoy this Forum
Hi Thuy, welcome to 天美麻豆! :) Read More
Shopping for Men's clothes by Phi Long
What's the best places to shop in HCMC? Mostly looking for cotton collared shirts like A&F, Banana Republic, Polo shirts. Difficult to find XXL (Vietnamese Size) or XL (American Size) shirts for my American friends. And please don't tell me Ben ...
Come to think of it, I walked past some shops with some pretty nice shirts on display on Ly Tu Trong. Had been thinking of going in to check them out but just kept forgetting. Read More
What do expats think about Vietnamese? by kelly_middlenice
[justify]Hello everyone, I am a Vietnamese. I am working in a multinational company. I am creating this topic to hear from you guys-the expats. What do you think about Vietnamese?Some may feel bad,some may feel good. Feel free to raise your ...
Well, to me, just one word. Friendly. Read More
lookin for new friends by thelonelyforest
me lonely, feel like this forum lonely too, someone out there? mail me : feriapham@gmail.com nice to meet u :D
Hi! You just live here for 3 months? In Nha Trang? Then where did you live before that? Read More
HCMC FLASHMOB DANCING by Eliza Bell
Hi everyone, Is there any flashmob group in HCMC that I could join? I was searching internet these days but couldn't find any info about this. it will be pity if there's no any flashmob group here since this kind of activity is super amazing. I ...
I have a cover team - almost cover Korea song. If you like, join with usHaha! I love kpop! Don't understand a word though, and well, unfortunately I can never follow the moves. :P Read More
New from Egypt wants to make friends by hussein ahmed
alsalamo aleikoum Hi , I am from Egypt I want to make friends likes : football,teaching,reading,riding a bike ,helping others
Welcome to 天美麻豆 (though I'm pretty new too)! Join in the meetups and you'll get to make a lot of friends! Read More
New from Japan, looking for friends by joiedelavie
Hello everyone, I arrived here in saigon last week and will stay here for a year or two for my work. I love good food,wine,coffee,music...also playing sports and travelling. New cultures and languages always interest me. I'd love to meet with open ...
Hi! Happy to make a new friend! Though I ain't gonna be of much use since I ain't in HCMC at the moment. But from my experience so far, everyone's been so friendly. Am sure you'll enjoy your stay in Vietnam. Read More
New member wana make friends!
Hi An Trinh! Glad to make another friend, though I ain't in HCMC now. But well, will be coming over again soon! Read More
A girl from Ha Noi moving to Sai Gon by hangnguyen27
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Great! More friends to make in Saigon! Read More
Singapore Weekends! by Nalinc
Is anyone around most weekends in Singapore? What do you do? please share your thoughts and experiences. Please also suggest where to visit in Singapore over weekends that you enjoyed and why :)
Hi Nalinc, Think most of us Singaporeans find Singapore itself pretty boring and so end up going to nearby Johor Bahru during the weekends (and well, it's cheaper there too). But well, personally I'll say weekends are usually times for us to catch ... Read More
How and Where do you buy travel products? (Transport & Hotels) by Jaitch
Many people simply go on-line, check out a couple of web sites, see prices are similar ... and throw their money away. It's understandable if, in VietNam, you don't know where to buy travel since it always appears every hotel and [i]xe om[/i] ...
Oh I use Agoda for hotels and an app in my iPhone called SkyScanner to check air tickets. Read More
Sports League by ktnguyen
Hello anyone interested in creating or joining some type of sport league. Although not very good, i can bowl(ok), pool(decent), vball(ok), darts(never played serious), tennis(i suck), any other sports i'm willing to try. soccer (worst then ...
Heard Saigon just got their own basketball team, any hoops around the city?Oh yeah. Wonder how popular's basketball in Vietnam. Read More
gym gym gym
Oh. I saw a gym at the stadium/sports complex at Huyen Tran Cong Chua. Pretty near Ben Thanh area. Was staying at Ly Tu Trong then and had walked around the area to look for a gym too. Not too expensive, and they have pay per entry. Had thrown away ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Saigon by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Saigon 天美麻豆 members in real life? Organizing an 天美麻豆 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 天美麻豆 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Just wonder if any meet-up hosted so far?Have been for 2. There's one this week. The thread's here. Read More
Flying into Bangkok on a one-way ticket - will I have problems? by bawdseyben
Hi, A bit of advise needed. I am a British passport holder On 02SEP I am travelling from HCMC to Bangkok with AirAsia on a oneway ticket. I intend to spend 6 days in Thailand and then travel back to Vietnam through Cambodia overland. I have read ...
Thai immigration police normally doesn't ask for a return ticket, as per my experience, but it may be that they see on my passport that I have been there so many times so they may figure that I am not going to overstay.Was never asked for my return ... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 16, 2012 by bechum
Dear all, Here is my suggestion for meet-up on Thursday, August 16, 2012. Coz I will not in town that time, would appreciate someone who volunteer to take care this meet-up well :) - Time: 19:30 , August 16, 2012 - Venue: Geisha cafe ...
Too bad I'll be back in Singapore by then... Read More
Hair treatment products availible in HCMC by Flip465
Hi all, back on 19th of July, 'bawdseyben' posted about hair loss in HCMC and asked for advice. On a similar vain, there's another problem I hope someone can give me advice on. I need a shampoo and conditioner formulated for use on 'dry hair'. ( ...
Well, that was pretty harsh. I happen to be new to Vietnam, and seriously had no idea that they have no products for dry hair here. Definitely ain't trying to be a smart-a**. In fact, if you still ain't able to find any products for your hair by the ... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...
Had a great time! Thanks Chum! :) Read More
Hair treatment products availible in HCMC by Flip465
Hi all, back on 19th of July, 'bawdseyben' posted about hair loss in HCMC and asked for advice. On a similar vain, there's another problem I hope someone can give me advice on. I need a shampoo and conditioner formulated for use on 'dry hair'. ( ...
Uh? There's no hair products for dry hair here?? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Thanks everyone for your warm welcome. Had a great time in HCMC. Am back in Singapore now but will be back to HCMC tomorrow!!! :) Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...
Hi, there are two Malaysian friends will join us as well. Could we finalize the address so that they can search for the place before hand? :) P/S: I'm gonna reach there around 8pm :dumbom:Chinese? Then I won't be the only one singing Chinese song ... Read More
help---how to take a train from KUL to singapore? by tweepham
can anyone help me details about how to take a train from KUL to singapore and back to KUL? how long it take and how much is it? thanks so much
You travelling from KL to Singapore? Yes, I too advice taking a budget air (like Jetstar, AirAsia, or Tiger Airways). If not try a coach. The coaches from Odyssey are pretty good, though they ain't the cheapest you can find around. Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...
Of course, chinese, korean, ect.... we all have --> hurry up to come back vietnam my dear :DHaha. Well, this time I'll gladly punish myself by singing a song if late. :P Read More
Craving for bubble tea.. by andy_k
Hi Can u guys recommend any shops or cafe serve bubble tea? Don't know why but I can't stop thinking about bubble tea :( It would be better if they have bubble tea with taro and red bean (more like slush, I guess) ...
Oh, there's bubble tea in HCMC too? Hmmm... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...
Oh, karaoke! My favourite! But are there like Chinese songs in the karaoke? Think I sound better in Chinese songs than English. :P Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 02 & Saturday, August 04 by bechum
Dear all, Here are preliminary plans of this meet-up on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. Please share your ideas for final decision as well. - Part 1: (19:00-21:00) Gathering at coffee shop for making new friends, exchange languages & culture, have ...
Was great meeting up with all of you! Looking forward to the next meetup. And thanks to Chum for specially changing the date for me (though you didn't have to keep announcing that :P). Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Am here already! Had a bad experience with the taxi from the airport, but breakfast and the hotel's great! Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Coming over tomorrow already, and I haven't even decided on my hotel! Have kinda shortlisted to Tan Hai Long Hotel & Spa and Hotem A&EM 123/153/179 Ly Tu Trong. Trying to decide on which one now. Anyway, hope to meet up with you guys soon. Pretty ... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 02 & Saturday, August 04 by bechum
Dear all, Here are preliminary plans of this meet-up on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. Please share your ideas for final decision as well. - Part 1: (19:00-21:00) Gathering at coffee shop for making new friends, exchange languages & culture, have ...
Dear all, I've just got a news that one expat member, Ipporek will arrive hochiminh for traveling on this Friday, he would like to join meet-up. So I think we could change the day of meet-up this week from Thursday to Saturday (August 04) as well. ... Read More
Expat blog weekly meet up - Thursday, July 26, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Here are preliminary plans for weekly meet-up on Thursday, July 26, 2012. Please share ur ideas then finalize for the best choices as well :) - Part 1: go to cinema to watch blockbuster movie "Ice Age 4" in 3Ds + Option 1: Diamond ...
So the meetups are always on Thursdays? Well, too bad I'm arriving this Friday only, so will be missing out on this week's. Read More
Unlocked iPhone 4. Any recommendations for plans/carriers? by Naunet
Hi, I just arrived to HCMC today. Would like to get service for my iPhone as soon as possible. It's going to be unlocked via iTunes, this week. Who are the best carriers in HCMC. Is there a big difference in coverage, data plans and other ...
Yes. As a matter of fact, I think they all are. There are quite a few iphones here, in Vietnam. So, don't sweat it.Oh ok. That's a relief then. At least less 1 thing to bring. :) Read More
Unlocked iPhone 4. Any recommendations for plans/carriers? by Naunet
Hi, I just arrived to HCMC today. Would like to get service for my iPhone as soon as possible. It's going to be unlocked via iTunes, this week. Who are the best carriers in HCMC. Is there a big difference in coverage, data plans and other ...
Hey, are any of the prepaid SIMs in Vietnam micro-SIMs? As you guys know, iPhone uses micro-SIM so I was thinking whether I'd need to bring my own SIM cutter along when I come. Read More
Bars/Nightlife in Saigon? by JVo18
Just seeing where all of you spend your weekend nights :) Been looking for some bars, not the biggest fan of the club/techno loud music type of places, but will go every now and then if the mood is right. Rather I'm looking for more of your relaxed ...
Someone told me about a place called Lush club. Anyone know how's it? Read More
Bars/Nightlife in Saigon? by JVo18
Just seeing where all of you spend your weekend nights :) Been looking for some bars, not the biggest fan of the club/techno loud music type of places, but will go every now and then if the mood is right. Rather I'm looking for more of your relaxed ...
Saw that this thread's a little old already. Pretty curious what one can do at night in HCMC. I understand the cafes don't open till very late? Read More
New member
Hi everyone ! I'm very glad to join in our forum for making friend. I'm Van , I have lived in Ho Chi Minh city since 1974. I like studying English although I am 53 years old. I do small business in laundry at Nguyen Kiem st, Phu Nhuan dist... I ... Read More
Tailor made suits in HCMC by AlCatraz
Hi, new on this forum and in the city since 1.5 months now, hello to everyone :) I thought to myself that a tailor made suit would be a nice way to spend my Dongs. My female flatmate would join in for some nice (business) dresses. Do you have any ...
Hi Aaron, I was too busy to do it. Only checked out this tailor recommended by a friend who said all the business men and embassy people would go there. It's close to Ben Thanh Market. They told me at least 3 weeks for a suit.Wow. 3 weeks!? What's ... Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
By the way, anyone know which of the hotels would have gyms? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
I will be there on 8-13thAh just nice. See ya around then! Read More
need help to improve my English by dinhHien2006
I have studied English for some years but it is not good in speaking much till now. I like to have a friend ( must be trained Philippian, Singapore or english speaker) to hang out with me to improve my english speaking. My budget is only 10$/once, ...
Hi, will be coming over in August with a friend. Both of us are Singaporean and my friend in fact conducts trainings on communication in the region so we could always meet up for coffee for you to practice your spoken English. Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Welcome. I'll be going to HCMC for a week. Maybe we can meet up for beersSure no prob. Always glad to meet up with a fellow Singaporean in a foreign country. When will you be there from and till? Read More
Are there bus route maps for Saigon? by lnigalis
I guess that says it all. Don't want to take the taxi anymore but I seriously need to know where I am going. LOL
There is a on-line map < http://mappery.com/Ho-Chi-Minh-Bus-Map >. But LoveLife's map link (below is better. < http://www.buyttphcm.com.vn/admin/Images/sodotuyen2012-04-24.jpg >.So both are the same, right? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
A friend who just returned from HCM stayed in Novotel while there as there was a corporate rate for him. Seems more expensive than those in Ly Tu Trong Street and Pham Ngu Lao Street though. Totally different class I suppose? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Haha, Singapore is way too hot and humid to walk around without melting like an icecube.Haha that's true. Can't really remember HCM's weather though. Thought it's about the same? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
really? but i walked very often when i stayed there last time,lol:)Yeah. When was the last time you were here? Anyway Singapore's a pretty small country so easy to walk around too. Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
it's not so far from these places to Nam Ky Khoi Nghia street.it's not so difficult for u to travel aound HCMC only coz i think u are used to walking a lot in Singapore(same to me last time):)Ha. Not really. In Singapore the transport's really ... Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
But are any of these streets near Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street? Or is it not too difficult to travel there? Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August by ipporek
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ...
Thanks for the welcome. :) hi welcome VN! I think you can stay at hotel in LY tu trong street...it's funny, and near downtownDid a Google for Ly Tu Trong Street and found this A & EM Hotel 132 Ly Tu Trong. Is this good? Hi Julian, U should stay in ... Read More
Singaporean visiting HCM in August
Hi everyone, Julian here from Singapore. Will be visiting next month with a friend and both of us are like pretty new to HCM (he not ever being here while I've only visited once, but many years ago). Have yet to plan anything though, except for the ... Read More
Prepaid SIM card in Vietnam, Taxi questions by melicacy
hello! where can i purchase prepaid SIM card in HCMC? which brand should i purchase for one that has internet for iPhone? is there a possibility of getting ripped off if i buy from the airport? is it more expensive there? for taxis, does the meter ...
Hmm.. perhaps I should bring my cutter to play safe then. Read More
Free Tour guide in Ho Chi Minh city by kevhost
We are English speaking volunteers. We are ready to help any travelers come to Vietnam. We just hope to make them safe and happy during their stay. That is reason we ready offer FREE guiders, exactly is travel volunteers. We knew a lot of obstacles ...
Wow. Glad to see this thread. Might be visiting early August with a friend and though it'd be my 2nd time here, it's almost like the first time for me since the last time I came it was with a friend who's familiar with HCM whereas this time round ... Read More
SPA treatment for cellulite by lethanhton
Hello
Cellulite? Why not just get your own machine and do it at home at your own pleasure? Read More
Prepaid SIM card in Vietnam, Taxi questions by melicacy
hello! where can i purchase prepaid SIM card in HCMC? which brand should i purchase for one that has internet for iPhone? is there a possibility of getting ripped off if i buy from the airport? is it more expensive there? for taxis, does the meter ...
Oh, the prices of prepaid SIMs ain't the same everywhere? That had been the case for most countries I'd been to. Btw, do they come in micro-SIM? Or do the shops have a cutter? If not I'd have to bring my own. Am thinking of coming over in August. Read More
TOY SHOP IN HO CHI MINH CITY
Hmm... do Vietnamese collect toys like Transformers? Just wondering if there are any shops that sell these. Read More
New to Singapore anyone in the same boat?
Welcome to Singapore! In terms of recommendations, well, depends on what you like. Food? What kind of food? I'd say there is plenty of food that you should try. Nightlife? Plenty too. Since you were saying about the 'non-touristy' recommendations ... Read More
New in SG ! looking for Friends by dolute
Hi all, I'm just arrived in Singapore one month ago. I'm french and my i miss my friends, i like meet new people, travel and discover new places (malaysia, indonesia..), hang out for laugh, drink, etc. I'm looking to make some friends closer to ...
Welcome to Singapore! Hope you've been enjoying your time here. Read More