765erty
6/9/2013 17:06 EST
my friend is vn and travels there twice a year. he loves it. he says a great place to live. I don't know what I'm getting myself into. can some explain to me what it would be like living their. his dad lives there and offer me a room to rent for 500.00 dollars that includes laundry, maid, food with a cook pretty much anything I would need to live. I did meet a girl on facebook thru my friend that might live with me. what a'm I getting my self into. is it safe, things to do, they except someone from the united sates that can't speak vn. are their people who do, please give me any advice you can. worried in vegas
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Diazo
6/9/2013 20:52 EST
I know how you feel. Indeed, I was moving to Thailand an just stopped off in VN. I loved it. Is it safe...well it depends I suppose. I felt very safe. Is it safe in a city of 9m in the U.S. or other parts of the world. Guns are against he law in VN.
Unlike many Asian countries the VND is pegged to the $ so you won't get beat up on currency fluctuation. You will have no problems finding wonderful ladies once you are there. In fact, if you are so inclined you can find untouched ladies. Things are very cheap. Indeed, you are probably paying at the top end for the place you spoke of, but probably not out of line. You certainly could get cheaper. I rent a motorbike for $100 U.S a month. However, there are nuances to living there. If you have not yet gotten a visa I would suggest you apply for a multiple entry B1 business visa. If you eventually marry you can get a VEC. I just realized you live in the city of lost wages. Indeed, you'll find Vietnam safer. My only suggestion is to go real slow with the online dating. Once there you will have to carry a stick to beat them off. And no, as in any country you can GET BY with just English. But it is always best to learn the local language. there are plenty of places there to learn the language. Good luck and don't worry. You'll fall in love. The scooter traffic at first blush will make you poop your britches. But simply observe and you'll catch on in no time.
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doctorhands
6/12/2013 00:54 EST
$500 a month for JUST a room. Are they going to change your sheets every day, tuck you in at night and put chocolate on your pillow every morning? I rent a LARGE room, even by western standards, in a modern but traditional style home and only pay $350. I've been told by many that I am being overcharged. But I like the large 2 person jacuzzi and the small office area in my room too much to complain or to go look elsewhere. Of course I have to buy and prepare my own food.
Meeting someone on FB and them saying they will live with you is very very risky. I'm not saying that Vietnamese girls wouldn't do it, but the customs won't allow it, along with the law. It is illegal for a VN woman to co-habitate with a foreigner.
Vietnamese are very sociable. It is very common for you to be asked by a VN woman to join her, and a friend or two, for coffee. Don't take this as an overture for romance. They are just friendly that way.
Along with being sociable, the people here are also very friendly, especially if you smile at them and say good morning. It helps if you learn a few words like "good morning, thank you etc" in VN.
I've been here only 4 months and so far I have been asked to go out for coffee on an almost weekly basis, and have been asked to go to the beach for a few days 3 times. That's more than I have ever been asked in 10 years living in Florida.
I might add that I am 58 years old and most of the people that ask me to join them are in their mid-20's to mid 30's.
The weather is hot AND humid, unlike Vegas. But if you don't mind sweating a little it shouldn't bother you.
When you get here, drop me a line and I'll get some of my friends together and we can go out for some Ca Phe (coffee)
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ALF110
6/12/2013 16:36 EST
I strongly agree with “doctorhands”. You should meet with him for coffee for more information about the country before jumping into hot water!
I wish you all the best.
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Diazo
6/13/2013 08:58 EST
Don't pay to much attention to the ney Sayers. Having lived or stayed in some 62 countries I e found wonderful things in all of them. No VN will not be like LV. But why see other countries if you want what you already have. The Facebook info is sage advice. Not to worry you will find what you seem here. As for the heat, there are areas where it is hot, a much different heat than LV. But if you want something cooler it too is here. If eternal springs is more your cup of tea try Dalat where the upper highs are in the upper 70's. the sea breeze of Nha Trang mitigate the heat a great deal. NT is one of the top 29 beaches in the world. Come visit and make your own judgements. This types of choices are like those we make in finding a mate... Some may like a small 100# while others might like the larger 600#. None of us on this forum know what it is you might like
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profixmetal08
6/18/2013 01:59 EST
Doctorhand
ARe you in Saigon ? I would like to get together for coffee. I am a US citizen living in VN for the past 3 months and I would love to meet some friends here for coffee. I am kind of lonely here. I moved to Boston 32 years ago from VN so yes this is my country but I feel lost a lot of time here. I am here to bring my wife to the US but living together with her here in VN the last few months really open my eyes on cultural difference. You can contact me at 0937095667.
Thanks
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RichardMarly
8/23/2014 22:48 EST
Hi
I'm coming to HCMC on December 16th for one month to look around.
It would be good to meet up with fellow expats, so if anyone would like to, you can contact me on richard@imagicplanet.com.
I'm a private English teacher, and a professional singer too, if you want to torture your eardrums with me singing the old standards. I sing to my own backing tracks or any willing musicians. Any venues there, where I could sing?
I've been living in China for two years, and I share a big apartment with pretty young Chinese girls, but I'm looking to find a special girl in HCMC, hopefully.
Hope to hear from you.
Richard
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ralphnhatrang
8/27/2014 05:27 EST
Saigon is a vibrant, crowded city with plenty to see and do for a few weeks visit. There is no need to get yourself into anything. Just go and look at the place for a holiday. Do get out to some of the provincial cities in Vietnam, there can be very pleasant.
And yes, I also think you are being overcharged at $500US a month.
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RichardMarly
9/8/2014 01:52 EST
I've lived in China for two years. I'm going to HCMC in December for one month to see if I like it enough to stay there.
Anyone who'd like to hang out with me, and show me the ropes, would be appreciated
Regards
Richard
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Sunflower123
9/9/2014 04:45 EST
Hi Richard,
When you come to HCMC,VN. I would like to become a volunteer for you at the first time as your friend
I am Vietnamese, i am working for American company. I love meeting new friends to share the different culture, life style. . .
If you interest, pls send me an email via trunghuenhi@gmail.com
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flowersinlove
9/22/2014 03:50 EST
Hi,
We are flower shop at District 2, HCMC. You can visit us and learn how to arrange flowers. If you are looking for sth to do, it would be a good part to try. We are a group of florist leaders at Sheraton; Park Hyatt...
You can stay in touch with us at diem.fil.2014@gmail.com (Diem is our shop admin)
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