Yesterday I was having a conversation with my landlord's son in regards to rental rates for serviced rooms, apartments and houses in Saigon now. You can check out the Craigslist for examples of the current rental rates across the city. They have dropped significantly. To see serviced room rates for around $250 USD including electricity in District 1 was unheard of. Seeing … [Read more...] about New Work Permit Decree Impact on Saigon
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Moving to Almaty Update
I am still here in Saigon. I am dealing with "document approval" issues with the Kazakhstan government. I had expected to arrive into Kazakhstan last week but with my educational background, it was hard to convince the Kazakhstan authorities that I do have an educational background that meets the requirements for work visas in that country. Finally yesterday I got the … [Read more...] about Moving to Almaty Update
A view from Starbucks at the New World Hotel
Just took some shots from Starbucks at the New World Hotel. This is the first Starbucks to open in Saigon. Posted from WordPress for Android … [Read more...] about A view from Starbucks at the New World Hotel
Hackintosh on LeanPC Part 2
Finally got Hackintosh installed. Got some work to do getting wifi to work. More updates later... Posted from WordPress for Android … [Read more...] about Hackintosh on LeanPC Part 2
Halal@Vietnam: 4 years of Delicious Malaysian-Vietnamese Halal Food!
When you visit Vietnam, you would most probably most likely spend an evening checking out the nightlife scene in Saigon or if you are lucky enough and you have money to spare, you'd probably be enjoying your favorite online casino games at the spanking new casino resort complex in nearby Vung Tau, the luxurious Grand Ho Tram Strip. However, do save up for the enriching … [Read more...] about Halal@Vietnam: 4 years of Delicious Malaysian-Vietnamese Halal Food!