Leading up to Christmas in Ho Chi Minh City, decorations start to appear and people looking to experience the yuletide festivities come out in force to bask in the glow of the lights or take pictures of the Santa’s who roam the area. Although a mainly Buddhist country, Christmas in Vietnam is still one… Read more »
It is often said that Vietnamese food is some of the best in the world and it is also generally healthy and fresh. However, in Vietnam food allergies are not very common and therefore you will not usually find warning signs on food packaging, or on menus in eateries like you do in Western countries…. Read more »
Vietnam was for many years war-torn, and though it is still recuperating from the effects of civil war, it has recently come to epitomize one of the most attractive South East Asia nations. It now pulls a huge number of foreign tourists as well as expats, who are all smitten by its unmatched and largely… Read more »
Right now, the Ho Chi Minh’s networking scene is a big deal. After earning a reputation as a burgeoning center for start-ups and entrepreneurs, networking has started to grow in leaps and bounds. Ho Chi Minh’s own District 1, the commercial hub of the city, has also earned a reputation as the digital nomad district…. Read more »
Vietnam is arguably one of the most intriguing South East Asia nations that is widely noted for its stubborn adherence to its ancient culture and traditions. Naturally, this has for decades on end effectually limited western influence in the lives of many Vietnamese. And should you be planning to spend some considerable time living in… Read more »
Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City, formerly called Saigon, is the country’s largest city. One of Ho Chi Minh City’s outstanding attractions is its pulsating property market. Also quite popular among expatriates, the property market offers enough variety to suit the varied tastes and budgets of most renters. Below are some of the properties you… Read more »
For outdoorsy expats, locals and tourists, and sports lovers, Vietnam has plenty to offer. The Vietnamese love their football – they are keen followers of the EPL and have their own National Team as well as the V-League and other competitions. The locals also love their badminton, often found playing in the parks in the… Read more »
If you have recently moved to Ho Chi Minh City you may be wondering what the best way to get around is. Depending on which district you are staying in, you may feel very centralized, especially if you are staying in District 1, however, there are actually 24 districts in total which makes the city… Read more »
Learning a new language is always a worthwhile challenge. By doing so, you will expand the boundaries of your knowledge, unlocking all the secrets of a different culture. Learning Vietnamese will not only provide you with the ability to communicate with over 90 million people, but to delve into their literature, arts, religion and philosophy… Read more »
If you have recently moved to Vietnam with your children, are considering doing so, or have recently found out you are expecting your first child, you will need to understand the Vietnam education system in order to start planning for your children’s education. Altogether there are 5 different stages in the country’s education system which… Read more »
