Relocating to Vietnam ?

[Destiny1990]

3 hours ago, BritManToo said:

Hang Mua viewpoint above Tam Coc waterway.

 

You must have been lost because  there are no bars massage places on these photos.

[BritManToo]

6 minutes ago, Destiny1990 said:

You must have been lost because  there are no bars massage places on these photos.

Not played away since April when I had a couple of massage stunners in Saigon, followed by two more in Phnom Penh bars. Lost interest since my pal died of AIDs in July.

 

Did drink plenty of Hanoi beer and Nada beer along with glasses of the freshly brewed stuff in beer street though.

Edited October 10, 2019 by BritManToo

[Pravda]

4 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

Lost interest since my pal died of AIDs in July.

 

How do you die of Aids in this day and age? 

[seasia]

Just now, BritManToo said:

Not played away since April when I had a couple of massage stunners in Saigon, followed by two more in Phnom Penh bars. Lost interest since my pal died of AIDs in July.

 

Did drink plenty of Hanoi beer and Nada beer along with glasses of the freshly brewed stuff in beer street though.

Hi Britman

 

What were the drinks and food prices like ? Similar to Saigon ?

What time did bars/restaurants close ?

 

Cheers

[BritManToo]

13 minutes ago, seasia said:

Hi Britman

 

What were the drinks and food prices like ? Similar to Saigon ?

What time did bars/restaurants close ?

 

Cheers

At the weekend, seemed everywhere was open beyond my bed time, week days they seemed to close the bars in beer street around 11pm. Food, beer and accommodation was generally cheaper than Saigon.

In town accommodation 300k for double room, 400k for a balcony inc breakfast.

Out of town (Ninh Binh, Tam Coc) 200k inc breakfast.

 

Went on a food tour so I knew what I liked.

35k for papaya salad with dried and fresh beef topped with peanuts.

Doner Kebab 30k.

25k for ice cream with sticky rice topped with coconut shavings.

Edited October 10, 2019 by BritManToo

[Leaver]

On 4/24/2019 at 10:34 PM, madmen said:

Vietnam is 20 years behind Thailand

 

https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.tickets-for-the-2020-vietnam-grand-prix-on-sale-now.acEhLhk8JWJ2bUehed4w5.html

 

https://thegrandhotram.com/gaming/

 

https://banahills.sunworld.vn/en/experience/cable-car-network/

 

If Vietnam is 20 years behind Thailand, how is it they have the above, and Thailand doesn't????

 

 

[spiekerjozef]

bye bye

[tutsiwarrior]

I've found that a lot of food places in old town Hanoi close about 10 - 11pm but at the top of Hang Dau St I found the same kebap place in britmantoo's post #217 above open late, tables and chairs on the sidewalk and the food was good and cheap...

 

 

[lexlam]

what about rentals there?

I'm thkinking to to go for 2 - 3 months, rent  a place and relax to look around,,

any idea? or advise ?

[sanemax]

4 minutes ago, lexlam said:

what about rentals there?

I'm thkinking to to go for 2 - 3 months, rent  a place and relax to look around,,

any idea? or advise ?

If you want a look around, better off not staying in the same place for 3 months

[Pattaya46]

10 hours ago, Leaver said:

 

https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.tickets-for-the-2020-vietnam-grand-prix-on-sale-now.acEhLhk8JWJ2bUehed4w5.html

/.../

If Vietnam is 20 years behind Thailand, how is it they have the above, and Thailand doesn't????

What a strange remark 

Since when is the fact of hosting a F1 Grand Prix is a sign a development?

If so, what about the fact that Azerbaijan hosts one and the USA hosts none ? 

[Leaver]

On 10/20/2019 at 12:03 AM, Pattaya46 said:

What a strange remark 

Since when is the fact of hosting a F1 Grand Prix is a sign a development?

If so, what about the fact that Azerbaijan hosts one and the USA hosts none ? 

The member suggested Vietnam is 20 years behind THAILAND, yet, Vietnam has casinos, an F1, and long cable cars, among many other things.  Thailand does not have these. 

 

So, does that make Thailand 30, or perhaps 40 years behind Vietnam, and Azerbaijan, for example????

 

Vietnam is gearing up for tourism.  Thailand is still doing the same old things it's done for decades, and are now filling the tourism numbers with cheap Chinese and Indians.  

[Mahseer]

3 hours ago, Leaver said:

......and are now filling the tourism numbers with cheap Chinese and Indians.  

Now that part you can't argue with.

[landofcloud]

Have been here in Saigon for over a year now. 

 

Officially married to a Vietnamese woman - that process is a real hassle. 

 

Met her on Vietnamese Cupid and as with most on there looking for a LTR. 

 

Never get or have gotten any hassle about dowry <deleted> or money from her or her family. Family very welcoming and friendly. 

 

Wife is very warm, sweet, caring, family orientated and honest.  

 

Never get hassled about drinking or smoking. In fact, very easygoing. Sometimes too much so. 

 

Very eager to please and very good in the bedroom. 

 

Level of English is not great which can be frustrating, but my Vietnamese is basically non existent as difficult language to speak due to being very tonal. 

 

As for restaurant service, found it pretty poor and slow if compared with Thailand and the staff quite reserved. 

 

No mass transit system in Saigon so not an easy place to get around. 

 

Could invest in a motorbike but value my life too much. 

 

Paradise found for smokers and beer drinkers. 

[CHdiver]

On 10/19/2019 at 3:03 PM, Pattaya46 said:

What a strange remark 

Since when is the fact of hosting a F1 Grand Prix is a sign a development?

If so, what about the fact that Azerbaijan hosts one and the USA hosts none ? 

Of course the US has a F1 race. Next one takes place 3. November in Austin Texas.

[DaRoadrunner]

On 10/9/2019 at 6:59 AM, BritManToo said:

Depends where you are,

Nothing obvious in Hanoi or Da Nang, not even massage.

Rampant in Saigon and Vung Tau.

@BritManToo  How about girls in Nha Trang?

[Pattaya46]

1 hour ago, CHdiver said:

Of course the US has a F1 race. Next one takes place 3. November in Austin Texas.

Sorry, I have misunderstood this table by countries from Wikipedia.

They only show races already ran...

[Olmate]

6 hours ago, Pattaya46 said:

Sorry, I have misunderstood this table by countries from Wikipedia.

They only show races already ran...

Don,t have any knowledge,do you google everything to comment,duh?

[Leaver]

On 10/22/2019 at 5:09 PM, Mahseer said:

Now that part you can't argue with.

Thailand is rapidly losing its share of the western tourism market.  Once lost, very difficult to lure back.

 

 

[steven2018]

What is the difference for a US foreigner having a USD or a VND bank account in Vietnam to transfer money into from the States. Thanks.

 

Sent from my Lenovo TB-8304F1 using Tapatalk

 

 

 

 

[Leaver]

On 10/27/2019 at 12:56 AM, steven2018 said:

What is the difference for a US foreigner having a USD or a VND bank account in Vietnam to transfer money into from the States. Thanks.

 

Sent from my Lenovo TB-8304F1 using Tapatalk

 

 

 

 

Vietnam banks have swift codes.  You would internationally transfer money into them the same way you would into a Thai bank account.   

[FruitPudding]

On 4/24/2019 at 10:55 AM, sanemax said:

Not possible to make eye contact with 50 different motorcycle drivers , when they are coming from six different direction at speed and driving on the wrong side of the road .

   You are putting yourself at risk everytime you cross the road

I think his point is, though, that they take measures to avoid you (i.e. slow down a little, move left or right).

 

Here, all I see is flashing their lights at the soon-to-be-roadkill and their speed is maintained, they may even accelerate faster to put some fear into you.

 

Though, I believe turning the window wipers on would be more useful than light flashing, but anyway...

Edited October 28, 2019 by FruitPudding

[John Mayer]

Thanks for sharing such an amazing & informative blog which will surely be a big help to those travelling to the vietnam. There are many beautiful places to visit in vietnam like hoi an,ninh binh,hoi an,hanoi,ho chi minh as these places are the perfect blend of history & modernisation.The southern most part which is phan theit,mui ne is considered as the one of the most favourite spot among the tourists.There are many amazing resorts and out of them bamboo village resort is considered as the best resort in mui ne .The reason people like because of the outstanding hospitality they provide along with the delicious vietnamese & continental food.

[lexlam]

hello guys,,

I need to exchange some $US, or 1000 THB notes

any place to recommend in Hanoi? preferably about around old quarters area,

if anyone exchanged recently, how much the rate to have an idea in mind, just in case,

Thanks again for many of you here contributed to provide informative information, was really helpful with gratitude.

God bless you all.

 

[Mahseer]

65 Hang Bac. Go to the back of the shop and up one flight. Absolutely amazing the amount of cash being handled but they accept all amounts large and small.

[Inn Between]

Would I be correct in assuming that bum guns are just as popular in Vietnam as they are in Thailand? I'd be very disappointed to hear otherwise. That could be the deciding factor whether or not to relocated there. ???? 

[Shalom]

On 4/24/2019 at 2:44 PM, sanemax said:

I did visit there , the place has a Koh San Road/ Pai feel about the place , Westerners far out number the locals . Many backpackers and tourists and the whole new town is geared up to accommodate them .

   But that may not be such a bad thing and its only 30 minutes from Danang   

Khao not Kho. Kho means island.

[LongTimeLurker]

On 4/24/2019 at 3:26 PM, BritManToo said:

You make eye contact with the m/c drivers and step into the road at a steady pace while maintaining eye contact.

Magically they all miss you (cars and busses as well), while in Thailand they would have run you down.

 

It's very easy once you know the rules, you just need to gather your courage for the first few crossings.

In my experience, mainly around Hoan Kiem Lake in Ha Noi, you just close your eyes and walk.

 

When you trip over the pavement at the other side you've arrived safely as all the motocy will have magically parted around you like the Red Sea.

 

Or do what my mate does and wave an umbrella or walking stick in front of you when crossing.

[LongTimeLurker]

On 4/24/2019 at 7:34 PM, madmen said:

Vietnam is 20 years behind Thailand

Could that be anything to do with a 20 year war and another 20 years of the US government denying other countries the prospect of investing in Viet Nam?

 

And in the next 10 years, they will be 20 years ahead of Thailand.

[LongTimeLurker]

On 4/24/2019 at 8:18 PM, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

 

Isn't there still some kind of law in Vietnam making it illegal for a foreigner to stay overnight in the same place with a Vietnamese woman other than his wife???  Doesn't that crimp the recreational activities a bit?

20 years ago the hotels I stayed in used to tell me that my girlfriend had to leave at 10 p.m. I asked them what they thought we would do after 10 p.m. that we hadn't been doing before then?

 

Oddly enough the government hotels would have a system whereby they 'pencilled in' the GF as being in another room, so if anyone came checking they were in the clear.

 

Nowadays, nobody asks if the girl turns up at check in with you.