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How is Vietnamese Coffee Made? Does Starbucks Know?

Well, it has happened - Starbucks has finally opened shop in the coffee capital of Asia!  You may be wondering does Starbucks know Vietnamese...
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What Kinds of Jobs Can Foreigners Get in Vietnam?

New expats in Vietnam often default to teaching English, thinking it’s their only option. In reality, there are many opportunities to pursue careers they’re...
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FACES OF VIETNAM Edition 2 – A Yoke Carrier in Saigon

 Local Sells Rice Paper Snacks on a Yoke We met Ms. Hung on Nguyen Van Cu street, squatting next to her yoke full of snacks...
Vietnamese Tet

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Ho Chi Minh City During Tet

Vietnamese New Year aka Vietnamese Tet ( or ), or more commonly known as Tet, is a wondrous and prosperous time in Vietnam, and is an...
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A Guide to Living in Vietnam

Living in Vietnam has become a popular destination for not only short-term travel but long-term expat living as well.  Due to the increased prominence...
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