Tag Archives: Saigon

Vietnam wins over Qatar at AFC U-23 Championship

Posted on January 25, 2018 by

It was just your typical Tuesday afternoon at the office — everyone was busy working on deadlines — when a colleague on my left suddenly clapped loudly! Vietnam just made a goal, tying the match with Qatar to 1-1 in … Continue reading →

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Dragonfly Theatre & Soul Academy to mount the broadway sensation “Lend Me A Tenor” in November & December 2017

Posted on November 6, 2017 by

Dragonfly Theatre is kick-starting its 7th season with Ken Ludwig’s award-winning play “Lend Me A Tenor”, performed on the stage of Soul Music & Performing Arts Academy (SMPAA) in November & December 2017, marking the first milestones in its endeavor … Continue reading →

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Pasalubong

Posted on July 13, 2017 by

Pasalubong is a Filipino term which means “gift” – specifically for someone you’re coming home to. When I was younger, my dad or mom would always have something for me and my siblings when they get home from work. My … Continue reading →

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Notre Dame Cathedral Renovations

Posted on July 10, 2017 by

Last week, I saw a group of workers putting this up around the Notre Dame Cathedral. Today, I saw that they’re done with the Cong Xa Paris side. Definitely an eyesore. And it wasn’t until I talked to chi looking after … Continue reading →

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Saigon River Morning Cruise

Posted on July 3, 2017 by

Last Sunday, we celebrated the 1st day of our 9th year here in Saigon. What started out as a 3-year assignment became much more than we ever dreamed of. So bright and early on Sunday, we headed to Tan Cang … Continue reading →

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Travel Mistakes when Traveling Locally in Vietnam

Posted on June 19, 2017 by

So Travel Oopsies asked me to share a travel mistake I’ve made and some of my pet peeves when traveling. This got me thinking of other mistakes that I may have made traveling locally in Vietnam. Not bringing our passports. … Continue reading →

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Snow Town Saigon

Posted on May 22, 2017 by

It’s that time of the year again when you have scorching days and rainy evenings.  Our electricity climbed almost 50% more this summer. With the kids on summer break, it has been hard keeping them entertained and so we decided … Continue reading →

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