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 »
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 »
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 »
One of the advantages of living in Ho Chi Minh City and Southeast Asia is the custom and affordability of hiring domestic helpers. They are readily available and can do anything from cleaning the house to washing and ironing clothes, grocery shopping, cooking, paying your bills and even looking after your children and pets. Depending… Read more »
Moving to a new country often comes hand in hand with an almost never ending ‘to do list’ and an immeasurable amount of stress. Where you live and what kind of landlord you are going to have is no doubt one of the most stressful aspects of the whole process. We’ve all heard the horror… Read more »
Relocating to a new country with unusual habits and customs can be a very stressful experience, with some patience and guidance living in a foreign country and learning different sets of customs and habits can be a truly memorable experience. There are numerous publications that you can read before arriving in Ho Chi Minh City… Read more »
