thatfrugalcouple
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Hanoi
Registration: 18 November 2014
new motorbike question
She needs to register the bike in her hometown with the local government. When you go to the office to pick up the plate, I believe the bike has to be there too, so might as well purchase and register the bike wherever her hometown is. Ralphnhatrang ... Read More
Visit Halong Bay by su1901
Hi all, We are coming for a family trip in December to Hanoi. We would also like to visit Halong Bay. Look forward to any advice or suggestions on that we must not miss in Hanoi/Halong Bay. Best Regards, Sumitha
I know it's an old topic but want to give my opinion here just in case: Tour packages to Ha Long Bay are available in single day trip, or longer (overnight, two nights, etc.) While an afternoon is enough for touring the bay, the long drive can ... Read More
Accommodation in Hoi An
I lived in Hoi An before for a year, very nice area! Here is my recommendation - for accommodation: I believe I found some rental places online by googling. It's been a long while so I didn't keep the links anymore, but just do a quick ... Read More
Area to live in Hanoi? by Pablo Raul
I'm an Irish guy moving to Hanoi for work. I've been to Hanoi before, but only as a tourist. Does anyone have any suggestions of where's a good place to live (or where's NOT a good area)? I'll be working in the Tay Ho area, but ...
I agree, for long term, you will find Tay Ho area a bit nicer to live in, more space, (relatively) fresher air, nicer neighborhood, and more services available (western grocery, restaurants, gym, etc.) It's also only about 10-15 mins ride to ... Read More