operator2020
American expat in Vietnam
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American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks german, english, japanese
Registration: 11 June 2017
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Shopping/Shipping from US by operator2020
I've just moved to Saigon/Ho Chi Minh city a few weeks ago for work. Originally from US then Germany and then Vietnam now. I used to do all my shopping for my needs online when I was in Germany. A company called Planet Express ...
As soon as they see a non Vietnamese name, thats when the trouble starts. Try and buy it through a local.Great, now I need a Vietnamese name. LOL Read More
Shopping/Shipping from US by operator2020
I've just moved to Saigon/Ho Chi Minh city a few weeks ago for work. Originally from US then Germany and then Vietnam now. I used to do all my shopping for my needs online when I was in Germany. A company called Planet Express ...
you are lucky to have friends outside of Vietnam. I do have friends outside of VN but we usually do not meet much so it's tough. You're right , for electronic, it's over price in Vietnam and I'm a little iffy about the quality. Read More
Shopping/Shipping from US by operator2020
I've just moved to Saigon/Ho Chi Minh city a few weeks ago for work. Originally from US then Germany and then Vietnam now. I used to do all my shopping for my needs online when I was in Germany. A company called Planet Express ...
Hi all, Thank you for all of the input and information. It's very helpful. So far this is my experience issue. My stupid Macbook acted up since the time I was in Germany but I was too busy to replace it. Now I don't know if I should buy ... Read More
Shopping/Shipping from US
I've just moved to Saigon/Ho Chi Minh city a few weeks ago for work. Originally from US then Germany and then Vietnam now. I used to do all my shopping for my needs online when I was in Germany. A company called Planet Express ... Read More
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I have been traveling a lot for my work and lived in Moscow 2 years ago. Planning to go back some days, probably before end of the years. Read More
Gift for people back home by operator2020
I'm taking a trip back home in a few weeks... not sure 100% yet. What do you guys buy or take home from Germany or Europe to our family, friends back in the states? Please don't say chocolate or candy hahaha
I like the idea of soccer jersey, my nephews play soccers too so it's great. I think they're starting to play more soccer in the state now. No chocolate because we can pretty much get any candy here... and I don't like giving food :D . ... Read More
Gift for people back home
I'm taking a trip back home in a few weeks... not sure 100% yet. What do you guys buy or take home from Germany or Europe to our family, friends back in the states? Please don't say chocolate or candy hahaha Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Some update here. I got the package, my macbook arrived like the tracking of DHL stated. After tax and duty my saving is not $220 but I still save $142 and some change. My experience with Planet Express is pretty good, they are responsive to my ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Yes, but those are small inconvenience. I'd be saving much more on the laptop I was purchasing. I decided to buy a Mac book pro, after shipping and fee, I'm still saving around $220. My package from Planet Express should be arriving this ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Thank you everyone. Yes, I did my home work and so far, with cheaper postage vs other forwarder, I like my saving a lot. I spoke with some manager at Planet Express, they sent the rate for example and it is around 50% cheaper than anyone out there. ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries by operator2020
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation?
Just some simple stuffs like clothing, electronic. I found couple companies like My US (myus.com), Via address (viaddress.com) Via box (via box.com) etc...and also a new company call Planet Express (planetexpress.com) and their rate is much cheaper ... Read More
buying from US and shipping to Germany or near by countries
Hi guys, I've just moved to Berlin and will stay here for a few months. What are the options for shipping US goods to Germany? There are quite a few mail forwarding companies out there, any recommendation? Read More
Anyone have experience with Shipito mailforwarding from USA by notikoki
Hello, I live in South America, and I want to send a package from USA to my friend in Kuwait. Here we very often use mailforwarding service Shipito (shipito.com), because their prices are really good. I was comparing their shipping costs with ...
I just found Planet Express , their site is www.planetexpress.com . One of their rep told me their rate would be cheaper than anyone out there. I just have to wait by next week for their shipping calculator to be integrated fully so we can see the ... Read More