Hanabishi
Malaysian expat in Vietnam
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28
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Malaysian
Registration: 02 March 2013
How many expats have had to pay bribes to police? by I do believe
I have been stopped by the police maybe 10 times over the last few years for driving in the wrong lane, driving the wrong way on a one way street and speeding. Most of the time I get stopped for not being in that narrow right hand lane for ...
On a bike I usually pay 200,000d, don't even try to argue with them, just be nice and slip the note under my expired license and off I go! For car it's a bit more expensive because to them if you can afford a car then you can afford to pay the fine! ... Read More
Where can I get Malaysian/Singapore stuff in HCMC ? by ytjnm234
Hi guys, I'm Malaysian in Hanoi , will go to HCMC for a week soon. I wonder where can I get Malaysian or Singaporean stuff like ingredient, canned food, source and etc... It's not easy to find in Hanoi and not many Malaysian or Singaporean foods ...
I've not been to Giant at Crescent Mall, is it worth a visit? Are they as big and well stocked as Lotte in that area? Read More
Where can I get Malaysian/Singapore stuff in HCMC ? by ytjnm234
Hi guys, I'm Malaysian in Hanoi , will go to HCMC for a week soon. I wonder where can I get Malaysian or Singaporean stuff like ingredient, canned food, source and etc... It's not easy to find in Hanoi and not many Malaysian or Singaporean foods ...
Give Phuong Ha a try at 58 H脿m Nghi, Quận 1 :) Read More
Dental advice by Hanabishi
Hi guys, after many years of abuse I guess it's time to pay the dentist a visit before all my teeth fall off! lol I've been to Maple Health Care couple years ago to remove my wisdom tooth, was quick and painless (thanks to iv sedation! yeah I'm a ...
I settled for Westcoast, the service is very good but a tad on the expensive side. Read More
Dental advice
Hi guys, after many years of abuse I guess it's time to pay the dentist a visit before all my teeth fall off! lol I've been to Maple Health Care couple years ago to remove my wisdom tooth, was quick and painless (thanks to iv sedation! yeah I'm a ... Read More
You, female, from Vancouver, been to Pacharan on Friday 6 September by tirlkje
OK, I admit this sounds funny, but I don't care. If you are female, from Vancouver and you have been to Pacharan last Friday, 6 September then I would be happy to hear from you. You were there with a friend, at the bar on the top floor. ...
best of luck mate, hope you meet her again :) Read More
There is a trustworthy Vietnam, for sure by thuy.le
Hi everyone, Recently I met a French girl from this forum. We ate and talked happily for about two hours. Then I asked her to go (she on her bike, me on my bike) around there to take a look at two resorts. She worked in tourism, so I thought it was ...
Dude, it doesn't matter if it's vietnam or not. If my sis were to talk to a complete stranger for 1-5hrs then follow him/her to somewhere she's not familiar I'd give her a good smacking myself. Read More
Is dangerous ! by Ng0720
I was in D2 today,and I saw a thief wanted to steal a white female's bag,so I went and tell this woman to be careful,and the thief send a "greeting"to me...that is fun....
It was a typical street, wife was there to visit a construction company, before she could get in the door two guys hurried over and pull out a knife, snatch her bag and phone and off they go. Read More
Is dangerous ! by Ng0720
I was in D2 today,and I saw a thief wanted to steal a white female's bag,so I went and tell this woman to be careful,and the thief send a "greeting"to me...that is fun....
My wife just got robbed at knife point 2 weeks ago in broad day light. my advice to the ladies is try not to walk alone, always go with a friend. Also I had friends who lost their items while they were shopping in supermarkets, especially big ... Read More
3G internet speeds. by ssuprnova
Hi everyone, I have a question about the speed of 3G wireless data service in HCMC. What is the best provider in terms of reliability and speed *within* Saigon (D1 and D3)? Currently, I'm with Mobifone on their MIU package (50K a month, throttled ...
I just got a new simcard with Vina (was previously Beeline, I KNOW!) and their 3G is pretty good. Though some times I do get a drop in 3G to Edge as I'm stationed in District 12, not sure if that's a factor in coverage. I have Viettel on my iPad and ... Read More
The first casino in VN, MGM Grand Ho Tram by you are my love
Hi everybody, As we know on the public media means, the world-standard resort Ho Tram will be open soon with casino-license granted. What do you think about the new destination for entertainment, shopping and leisure ? For all of you, expat, you ...
They will have a tough time pulling high rollers I think, the journey from hcmc to vt is quite long unless their hellipad is going to be ready soon to ferry high rollers from hcmc airport to the casino Read More
Anyone love to prawn??? by Bigjeff
thinking of setting up this business, prawning.... anyone love to prawning? venue will be at HCM. most prob will be at Than Bihn distri...... what you all think??
Sounds interesting, when is your expected going-live date? Read More
We need you for our amateur football team? Let play when you are free. by kevhost
We are five persons in football team. We love football very much, so we collect many people from many places come here and play together. We positive that we are not professional players so we need you come and play with us after work, after free. ...
Is this futsal? Would love to play but I don't have the stamina for it :( Read More
herbs nursery by Hanabishi
Have anyone spotted any nursery that sells herbs such as basil, mint, etc. I'm hunting for curry and kaffir seedlings among others. Any help is much appreciated!
Thanks! I'll take a look but if anyone spots anything do drop me a line! :) Read More
herbs nursery by Hanabishi
Have anyone spotted any nursery that sells herbs such as basil, mint, etc. I'm hunting for curry and kaffir seedlings among others. Any help is much appreciated!
There must be a nursery somewhere with these babies :( Read More
herbs nursery by Hanabishi
Have anyone spotted any nursery that sells herbs such as basil, mint, etc. I'm hunting for curry and kaffir seedlings among others. Any help is much appreciated!
Do they sell the plants there or just the leafs? I'm looking for the plants so I can get them fresh whenever I need them and not travel 45mins all the way down to Saigon whenever I need them Read More
herbs nursery
Have anyone spotted any nursery that sells herbs such as basil, mint, etc. I'm hunting for curry and kaffir seedlings among others. Any help is much appreciated! Read More
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 ...
My wife has always asked me to go out more with my friends, drink and have fun, either that or she's getting bored of me at home! Read More
Where to buy herbs? by Hanabishi
Guys, you do know where I can buy herbs such as cardamom seeds and caraway seeds? Is there a good spice shops with imported goods?
hahaha definitely! Very motivated now eventhough it'll be my 1st time cooking the dish :) Read More
Where to buy herbs? by Hanabishi
Guys, you do know where I can buy herbs such as cardamom seeds and caraway seeds? Is there a good spice shops with imported goods?
Ok will try to make it to that shop, it's a bit daunting as I stay at Hoc Mon and aren't familiar with City area. Using a bike, hopefully I won't get lost! Read More
Where to buy herbs? by Hanabishi
Guys, you do know where I can buy herbs such as cardamom seeds and caraway seeds? Is there a good spice shops with imported goods?
I was at Veggy's, love the shop, but there's one spice I can't find which is garam masala, not even at Annam Gourment nearby. Any idea where I can find this? Read More
Where to buy herbs? by Hanabishi
Guys, you do know where I can buy herbs such as cardamom seeds and caraway seeds? Is there a good spice shops with imported goods?
Brilliant, thanks! Will check them out on Monday :) Read More
Where to buy herbs?
Guys, you do know where I can buy herbs such as cardamom seeds and caraway seeds? Is there a good spice shops with imported goods? Read More
BBQ Grill
Anyone know where I can buy BBQ Grill in HCMC? Will also consider 2nd hand if they are in good condition. Read More