

dteman
American expat in Vietnam
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Speaks English, Vietnamese
Registration: 18 September 2017
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Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...

Any of them is fine. Your parents must declare the value of the item (low) and state it is a gift. When the package reaches Vietnam, the carrier will contact you about custom clearance. If everything is fine, confirm with them and they will do it ... Read More


Fuel injector cleaner by Autosparky
Does anyone know where i can get fuel injector cleaner? I want to use this for my bike. Closer to Dist 2 the better.

MegaMarket at the auto aisle! Read More


Appartment prices on a budget? by Eddy on vacation
Hi everyone, I am looking to teach English and live in Vung Tau in the not too distant future and would like to plan my stay as much as possible. I have seen that appartment prices vary a lot. I've heard mentioned appartments from as low as ...

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renting a room! by TVN099
Hi guys and gals :) I'm planning to go to VN and stay in HCM City from mid May thru July 4th 2018. I will need a place to rent room/apartment during that time. My budget is limited and I would appreciate any lead on renting a room, or even ...

Hi there, My bro has several rooms for rent in a complex. Let me know if $140-$200/month fit your budget. Thanks and welcome to Vietnam! Read More


Where to buy popcorn kernels in HCMC? by Michduplessis
Hi there Have been looking out for unpopped popcorn kernels all around the city, as I prefer popping it myself. Any idea where one can find those, haven't found it any of the big supermarkets. Thanks!

You can find it at any traditional market at the rice/bean section. Read More


Tet in Vung Tau by 1312j
If I'm going from HCM to Vung Tau over the Tet period, when would be the best time to go? When I say best time to go I mean when it is at it's most quiet, I'm talking a ghost town Casper would be proud of. I'm thinking of going ...

If I'm going from HCM to Vung Tau over the Tet period, when would be the best time to go? When I say best time to go I mean when it is at it's most quiet, I'm talking a ghost town Casper would be proud of. I'm thinking of going ... Read More


Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...

Vung Tau has been known since 1870. JK. Vung Tau is a nice city with fresh air and a lot of things to do. Hiking, biking, surfing, kiting, offroading....,you name it, are available. I live in Saigon but I run a small biz there. If you need any help, ... Read More


Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...

For surfing, as someone mentioned, you can try surf club. I have a regular customer from Saigon, he comes to Vung Tau with his board once or twice a year. For offroading, Doi Nhai is a popular spot. Read More


Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...

Vung Tau has been known since 1870. JK. Vung Tau is a nice city with fresh air and a lot of things to do. Hiking, biking, surfing, kiting, offroading....,you name it, are available. I live in Saigon but I run a small biz there. If you need any help, ... Read More


Where to buy fresh seafood in hcmc? by Jayne.choi
Hi! So I've been staying in district 12...and have been looking for fresh scallops or seafood thats not being sold at the big C or smart etc. Any recommendations?

Or you can go to Vung Tau once a week to pack what you need. I can show you where to get sparkling squid or freshly caught fish, not frozen one. Read More


Setting up Business in Vung Tau by Daniel Tan
i would like to set up a business in vung tau like coffee or restaurant . anyone can advice me like the cost and the process ? i have friend in vietnam who wish to set up together with me. Thank you.

Find a place. Register. Pay the license tax. Get the tax rate and pay. Get the required documents such as food safety and Sanitation. Costs depend on how much you want to invest. Read More