Just saw this a couple days ago across the street from The New World Hotel. … [Read more...] about Coming Soon – Burger King to District 1
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DHL to the rescue
I had to ship my documents to the US but there was no USPS or FedEx at the Central Post Office in Saigon today. No choice, had to cough up $60 to send my documents via DHL. USPS is normally $26 and FedEx $48. … [Read more...] about DHL to the rescue
IIE University Fair and Indiana University
The IIE University Fair was held at the Equatorial Hotel yesterday in Saigon. As the Alumni Chapter Leader for Indiana University in Vietnam , I spent one hour helping out. Afterwards one of IU student's father invited us to his restaurant, Tokyo Deli. It made for an interesting Saturday evening to be among Hoosiers again. … [Read more...] about IIE University Fair and Indiana University
Medical care for US Veterans in Saigon
If you are a US veteran with a service connected injury, there are several good hospitals you can use in Saigon. I currently use both Family Medical Practice and the International SOS hospitals. Both now have experience with US vets and can fill out the DBQ forms. For service connected injuries, the Veterans Affairs Foreign Medical Program will cover the costs of your … [Read more...] about Medical care for US Veterans in Saigon
Soggy Saigon
For the couple of weeks, the weather has been either humid or wet. Two typhoons have passed by Vietnam. Most of us are getting fed up with the rain. I miss the nice hot weather. It feels like Seattle... … [Read more...] about Soggy Saigon