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winodano

@winodano

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American looking for information about Vietnam

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American

Lives in San Francisco

Speaks English, trying to learn Vietnamese

Registration: 27 November 2015

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8 years ago
abcdefghizzy

Best Banking Option for Americans in HCMC by abcdefghizzy

Hi everyone! So my boyfriend and I just moved to HCMC and we're looking to open a bank account. My question is, which international bank provides the easiest and cheapest transfer of money? We want to avoid being ripped-off as much as possible. ...

winodano

I think this depends on where you are from. I am from San Francisco, so Citibank and HSBC are the first that come to mind. Right now, I have an account with Citibank, but it is a huge headache to withdraw money at the bank itself and initial ... Read More

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8 years ago
Brian Jo

Supermarkets for foreigners by Brian Jo

Hi Guys, I'm looking for a supermarket (Any district) which caters for foreigners (expats from Europe, USA and Australia) namely. There are some products which I am specifically interested in such as; Heinz Baked Beans Unfiltered Apple Cider ...

winodano

There is Annam Gourmet Market, they have French, American, Italian and some other Asian cuisines too - also a deli and cafe on the 2nd. floor with meats and cheese, a wine, teas, chocolate sections on the 1st. floor at: 16 Hai Bà Trưng, ... Read More

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8 years ago
Christine

Essentials to live in Vietnam by Christine

Hi, As an expat living in Vietnam, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Vietnam? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...

winodano

"A couple of good kitchen knives, if you're really into cooking. High quality knives are very difficult to find here" There is a place on Pasteur Street, across from the Rex Hotel called Premium Housewares that sell Zwilling Henckle knives. 77 ... Read More