dasiavu
Irish expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 02 April 2015
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Sending my classic motorbike back to my country
Hi all, I'm wondering if anyone here has had any experience in/or information about sending motorbikes out of Vietnam. I can't find any info on this anywhere. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Many thanks, :) Read More
The most famous Vietnamese songs by Nguyen Phan Minh Thu
Hi guys! I'd like to share with some famous Vietnamese songs, some of them will have subtitle made by me :) Are you interested if I make a topic and post them? And what VNese songs do you want me to translate to English for you? :) Can't ...
Hi! That's a great idea. Could you translate "Giai Phong Mien Nam" please? Read More
Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe
Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...
I really can't comprehend some of the arrogance and to be frank pure ignorance that is being wrote here on this subject from expats including the original poster who are somehow implying in no uncertain terms that it's the Vietnamese peoples ... Read More
CNN signal delay on K+/VSTV by Budman1
Yesterday morning the broadcast from CNN was delayed by 2hr 10m and it's been that way ever since. I've e-mail VSTV (twice) and also called 19001592 to try and find out what's happening but have yet to get a reply. Anybody receiving CNN ...
CNN is a propaganda mouthpiece for the US government. Off course it's going to be delayed in this country. It gives the Vietnamese time to block out any of the lies they spout about communist/socialist countries. Read More
Legal question in Vietnam - Gfriend cannot stay in my apartment?! by KiwiJas
Hi all I have been told by my apartment building that my girlfriend cannot stay the night in my building without having a marriage certificate. I find this strange as we have not had any problems at all in hotels. Is this still the law here?
Of course it's the law. Only people registered to a specific property can stay there. That's why you have to give your passport to the hotel manager when you stay there. Read More
Badminton Clubs/Partners
Hi All, I'm looking for some information on badminton clubs in Tan Phu District. I was hoping to start playing one or two mornings a week. Any information about renting a court would be great! Or if you are interested in playing please let me ... Read More
Badminton club/partner
Hi all, I'm looking for some information on badminton clubs in Tan Phu District. I was hoping to start playing one or two mornings a week. Any information about renting a court would be great! Or if you are interested in playing please let me ... Read More
4th of July by andy1npl
Will there be any bars/clubs/restaurants hosting a 4th of July Party? Burgers and Hotdogs from the Good U S of A ? thanks MURICA
Burgers and hotdogs are from Germany. Maybe you can celebrate in KFC! Read More
Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe
Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...
There's no conspiracy. The simple fact is that your pronunciation is incorrect. It's as simple as that. I don't want to sound big headed but I can speak Vietnamese fluently and I rarely have a problem. My advice to you would be to stick ... Read More
Need to purchase an automatic-motorbike. by gwalsh350
Hi all, I just wanted to ask a quick question, any help would be greatly appreciated! Currently living in HCMC and need to buy a motorbike over the next week. Does anyone know where I might be able to purchase a second-hand automatic for 200-300 ...
Hi, my friend is selling a second hand nouvo. he was looking for about 350 I think. If you are interested I can give you his phone number. Read More
Speaking French by dasiavu
Hi everyone, I've recently started to learn French and I'm looking for a partner to practise speaking with. I'm living in Tan Phu District, HCMC. I'm a native English speaker. So, if you are also learning French or are a French ...
Merci beaucoup mon ami! Thanks for the advice buddy. Much appreciated :) Read More
Badminton partner/club in D2 area? by Rich103
Hi all! Does anyone know of a club/would like to play weekly badminton around the D2 area? If not D2 no worries! Have had lessons but would regard myself as a beginner.
Hi all, I'd love to find a partner to play badminton with once or twice a week to keep fit and I also love the game, although I haven't played in a couple of years!! I'm living in Tan Phu District. If you live in Tan Phu or the ... Read More
Speaking French
Hi everyone, I've recently started to learn French and I'm looking for a partner to practise speaking with. I'm living in Tan Phu District, HCMC. I'm a native English speaker. So, if you are also learning French or are a French ... Read More