Dan
@ATLOffroad
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English fluently. That's all.
Registration: 24 November 2010
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Travel to China from Vietnam by musica
Hi to all, I want to spend a week in China and need some tips. I will be travelling from HCMC, and have a European passport. Could anybody tell me whether the Chinese consulate in HCMC can issue tourist visas or whether I need to apply to Hanoi and ...
I did a trip to Shanghai about a month ago. To get a Chinese tourist visa go to the Chinese consulate (Near Diamond Plaza), with you bring a copy of your passport, copy of your Vietnamese visa, and two 4x3cm passport photos. It cost $100 USD for a ... Read More
Reputable Electronics Store in HCMC by vicci0606
Hi all, I will be moving to dist 9 at the end of this month. i need to buy a refrigerator, cooking oven and a washing machine. please suggest a reputable electronics store near the city center...
I would check out Metro Cash and Carry in District 2. (metro.com) You must go to customer service and show your passport and get a temporary pass before entering the store. Kind of a pain, but the prices there are good. Read More
gyms in Saigon by joe_pineapples
Hi does anyone know any good (reasonably priced) gyms in Ho CHi Minh? I'm living in Binh Thanh on the edge of district 3. Thanks in advance!
It is tough to find a reasonably priced gym in District 1. When I was looking I toured the gym on top of the Diamond Plaza and they were wanting over $100 per month for a six month membership. Too much for me, so after shopping around I ended up ... Read More
Pet Store in HCM? by toyvox
Hello folks. I haven't moved just yet but I plan to near the end of this year and I'd like to make sure I have everything worked out. My biggest concern is in regards to keeping my dog content; in other words, keeping his chubby butt happy and well ...
I have been to the large MaxiMart and Co-op Mart stores and have seen pet food, shampoo, and toys. It is a limited selection and the only food that I've seen is Pedigree brand dry and wet food. Not the most healthy food for a dog, but mix in some ... Read More
Tour the new Bitexco Financial Tower? by ATLOffroad
I was driving by the Bitexco tower this afternoon and saw a group of western tourist at a small (ticket sales looking) stand just outside the entrance of the tower. They all walked into the building shortly afterwards. Later in the day when I had ...
There are official tours now that go to the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower. There is a ticket booth outside just outside the doors of the tower that is open from 1pm to 9pm. Tickets are 200,000d a piece. Since the building is new, ... Read More
Tour the new Bitexco Financial Tower? by ATLOffroad
I was driving by the Bitexco tower this afternoon and saw a group of western tourist at a small (ticket sales looking) stand just outside the entrance of the tower. They all walked into the building shortly afterwards. Later in the day when I had ...
Thank you for the info. Do you know if you purchase the tickets to go to the observation deck at the base of the tower? When I began to walk inside to inquire a guard stopped me from proceeding. Read More
Tour the new Bitexco Financial Tower? by ATLOffroad
I was driving by the Bitexco tower this afternoon and saw a group of western tourist at a small (ticket sales looking) stand just outside the entrance of the tower. They all walked into the building shortly afterwards. Later in the day when I had ...
Tomorrow I have some free time and will drive downtown and do a little more investigating. I'll keep you informed. Read More
Tour the new Bitexco Financial Tower?
I was driving by the Bitexco tower this afternoon and saw a group of western tourist at a small (ticket sales looking) stand just outside the entrance of the tower. They all walked into the building shortly afterwards. Later in the day when I had ... Read More
any advice live music in HCMC by ANNE07
Hi,Since there are always a boring time for my weekend. Can anyone advice me, are there any good live music (full bands) to hang out in HCMC.:)
Stop by QD Bar & Lounge, 138 Ton That Dam, Q1. They are located on the third floor and always seem to have a live band up on stage playing all kinds of genres. They also have some pretty good buffalo wings. Here is a link from The Word ... Read More
Looking for room to rent and/or housemate(s) by sofimofi
Hello, My name is Sofia and I'm from Toronto, Canada, 25 year old female. I have been living here for about 3 months and I'm looking for a new house to live in. I'm looking for new housemate(s) to possibly share a new house with or search for a ...
Don't go to the website roommates.com. I signed up since it said there were people in HCMC looking for roommates. Once I paid money to look at the people in search for roommates, there were none listed. I'll spread the word to any co-workers and ... Read More
Parks in Ho Chi Minh City for walking a dog? by TanJoeRoberts
My husband and I are relocating for the next year to Ho Chi Minh. We are bringing our 50lb. Rhodesian Ridgeback mix and are curious if there are any places to take her to run or relax, such as a local park? I usually take her for a run every day ...
The Binh Thanh district is the most populated district in Ho Chi Minh City. There are not any parks large enough to walk a dog within the district. Contact a local realtor via email. They would know where most people go to walk their dogs. When ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Thanks Patrick, I'll give it a shot. Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
I'm hosting a Thanksgiving dinner at my house but have been unable to find pumpkin pie. Anyone know where I could find a place that sells pumpkin pie or even pie crust with pie filling? Read More