Ron Gann
@ancientpathos
American looking for information about Ecuador
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About me
American
Lives in Cuenca
Speaks English
Registration: 28 August 2012
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Hello friends! Just moved to Da Nang :) by Jo and Sam
Hello! We're two girls who've just moved to Vietnam from England and America to teach English. We love Da Nang so far and are really keen to meet people and join in with any groups you have going on. We're wondering if they are there ...
Check out the Danang and Hoi an facebook group. Lots of expats sharing. Every saturday they meet at Loc Chau restraurantnt along the beach road just west of Alacart Hotel. Read More
Working in Tan Binh district, where's best place to rent? by SamB33
Hi all, I'll be starting a new job in HCMC next month and will be working in the Tan Binh district. I've been trying to get a head start on searching for a flat/room although can't seem to find much choices in Tan Binh so I've been ...
I live at Phuc Yen 1, its an apartment building in Tan Binh. Convenient to Big C, Metro plus they have a pool. Read More
What is up with Vietnamese children??? by cgtheisen
Ok, so I come to live here in Hoi An with my Vietnamese wife, hearing stories about how strictly she was raised and how kids had to be well-behaved. Since I've been in Vietnam I've had a total of more than half a dozen small kids throwing ...
Smack the adult. Read More
Life in Sihanoukville by ancientpathos
Greetings, I have visited PP and SR. I enjoy living near the ocean in Vietnam and I am thinking about moving to Sihanoukville. What can I expect in regards to housing, food and entertainment. I am retired, would like to keep my expenses at under ...
Think Sihanoukville has enough 'scum of the earth' already. Does it really need any more? Entertaining you say. In what way is 'scum' entertaining, pray? A theatre would be nice. A bit of culture maybe, or is that too much to ... Read More
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Vietnam is as safe as you make it. Petty crimes can happen everywhere. Expecting others to keep you safe is not realistic. People need to practice situational awareness. Be aware of the people around you. Identify potentual situations and avoid ... Read More
Is Vietnam a good place for a single 60 year old woman to retire? by suefrankdahl
How safe are cities compared to other parts of the world? How easy is travel within VN? Can one get by with English and French?
Trains are very cheap and comfortable offering the opportunity to see the countryside. Domestic flights are cheap. I have traveled all over Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. Plenty of nice budget hotels. Read More
Foreigners on motorbikes - good or bad? by Redmundial
Hi Everyone I hope your all well. I've been on the tripadvisor forum and there seems to be a constant outcry against foreigners driving motorbikes in VN. The general consensus there is that it's not legal, and very unsafe. I have to say ...
Get a license, buy insurance. It is really cheap. Have fun! No worries. If you have ever been suicidal, Saigon traffic will make you homicidal...lol Read More
Is Vietnam a good place for a single 60 year old woman to retire? by suefrankdahl
How safe are cities compared to other parts of the world? How easy is travel within VN? Can one get by with English and French?
Vietnam is an awesome place to live. I recommend Da Nang. It has a very supportive expat community. Read More
VEC,change of visa by Guest2023
I was speaking to a friend last night who has something I haven't heard of before. His VEC was due in January just after the new visa laws came in,he then found out for some reason his passport was forwarded to immigration. After not getting any ...
Even with my VEC, I still leave the country. It is a great excuse to leave every 3 months. I usually go to Thailand or Laos. This way I also avoid paying for a stamp and enjoy being single for a few days.Didn't realise that you got ... Read More
teachers receiving money from students by philip983
A vietnamese woman I know told me that the native teacher at a language school where some of her girlfriends study regularly meet the (male) teacher outside of class and that he recently asked them for money so he could go to Cambodia to renew his ...
I was told it is part of the culture here to give gifts to teachers. An expat friend with a daughter in school tells me it is expected and the children are afraid their grades will reflect a lack of gift to the teacher. But this is only on Teachers ... Read More
VEC,change of visa by Guest2023
I was speaking to a friend last night who has something I haven't heard of before. His VEC was due in January just after the new visa laws came in,he then found out for some reason his passport was forwarded to immigration. After not getting any ...
Even with my VEC, I still leave the country. It is a great excuse to leave every 3 months. I usually go to Thailand or Laos. This way I also avoid paying for a stamp and enjoy being single for a few days. Read More
Getting married to a local oversea's by paulyp
Hi all, has anyone been married oversea's (in my case Australia) and got the marriage recognized in Laos also? What is involved, can I do it via the Laos embassy in Australia? I'm trying to avoid the usual scam of extortion & waiting, ...
Just get married again in Lao. Read More
What am I really looking at for monthly expenses? by Xavier Patrick
Though many of my questions seem to have a consensus answer (ie, best to find teaching work there rather than in advance) one that seems to have wildly conflicting answers is how much one might need to spend in a month in HCMC. Some sources say I ...
I spend most of my money on alcohol and women. The rest I just waste... Read More
Now I have A2, where can I buy a big bike. by ancientpathos
Greetings I am looking to buy a new bike, not intetested in Harley or Ducati. Is there any places in HCMC that sells new big bikes? I am looking for something I can attach a sidecar to. I have a handicapped son that will be living with me next June. ...
Suzuki in HCMC has the hyubisa 1300cc is that big enough for you.Smaller than what I am use to back home, but more than I need here. Which Suzuki dealership is it at? Seen a couple of places with a big bike in the window but not for sale. ... Read More
Now I have A2, where can I buy a big bike. by ancientpathos
Greetings I am looking to buy a new bike, not intetested in Harley or Ducati. Is there any places in HCMC that sells new big bikes? I am looking for something I can attach a sidecar to. I have a handicapped son that will be living with me next June. ...
Changing topics slightly, I was just told that as of 01 Jan 2015, the licenses of over 70 countries' drivers licenses. No more need for an A1 or A2. Does anyone have confirmation or further information?Vietnam always complicates somethat sounds ... Read More