Banh Xeo 46A Part of the fun of eating out in Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh is that it doesn’t all have to be upscale. The intrepid epicurean can find incredible meals made by local restaurants and street food stalls that are a regular source of satisfaction to both locals and the discerning international crowd. Banh… Read more »
The quality of healthcare in Vietnam has made great progress since the 1990’s and the country is currently working to develop a universal healthcare system. This system aims to offer cover to all residents, providing them with a basic level of healthcare. The country is currently working closely with Thailand who themselves developed a universal… Read more »
When moving to a new country on a long-term basis, one of the first things that you may want to do is open a local bank account. This is especially important if you have recently acquired a job and will need an account for your regular salary to be paid into. The banking infrastructure in… Read more »
If you have recently moved to Vietnam with your pet, or you are considering moving soon, there are a number of things that you need to be aware of involving living with pets and bringing them into the country. Cats and dogs are the most common of pets to be found in the country and… Read more »
If you have recently started up a business in Vietnam, or are thinking of doing so soon, it is important that first you have an idea and understanding of the culture and the people that you may be doing business with. The more prepared you are, the more successful you are likely to be in… Read more »
Goldmalt is a brand new brewery pub at 40 Nguyen Thi Tap. It’s situated in a lovely and sedate quiet area that has birdsong in the morning and is close by a city river. Sometimes you’ll see young locals training their falcons in the park. It really is a charming destination for the chilled out… Read more »
If you are a foreigner who stays long term in Vietnam, you are probably aware of the main attractions in and around the country’s capital Ho Chi Minh. But what about further afield? There may be times when you wish to take a short break from the hustle and bustle of the city life and… Read more »
Ho Chi Minh, with its population of over 6 million inhabitants, is one of the busiest cities in the world. As much as it is known for its vivacious night life. Ho Chi Minh is a fast growing business hub in Vietnam as it is an important seaport for the country. Finding a house in… Read more »
While Ho Chi Minh City is a comfortable and relatively safe place to live for expatriates, the growing pains of a developing economy cannot be ignored. Like any place with a large income disparity, Ho Chi Minh City is not immune to the types of crime that occur in these areas, especially break-ins…. Read more »
Ho Chi Minh is made up of a series of ‘Districts’ each distinctly different from the other. With specific advantages and disadvantages between the options it is essential that you pick where you live based on what’s best for your lifestyle. Here’s our quick guide to what to expect from each of the Districts…. Read more »
