Innovations for a changed world amid COVID-19
Expat Life 10:11 25/05/2020All the new solutions we could possibly need are right under our noses
Less lipstick, at least for a while
Expat Life 09:46 11/05/2020When COVID-19 hit China, lipstick use decreased dramatically as the populace donned masks, thus rendering bright, red, shiny lips pointless
Pin the tail on the donkey
Expat Life 11:10 20/03/2020People just take a wild stab at opening their businesses in Vietnam
New Year’s Eve in an alley in Vietnam
Expat Life 17:35 31/12/2018Just about every second, guests arrived with a case of beer so there was enough for the entire city center
Overtourism: What can be done?
Expat Life 10:54 30/12/2018The number of visitors to Vietnam from abroad also continues to increase dramatically, doubling in the last five years alone
Five reasons why Vietnam is ideal for retirement
Expat Life 15:58 24/12/2018Determining the number of retirees in Vietnam is more difficult because there is no official retirement visa program, although my estimation is that the total number of foreigners living here is well over 100,000
4 Great Vietnamese Movies (P2)
Expat Life 10:16 23/12/2018These are all Vietnamese-language movies, made in Vietnam by local or overseas Vietnamese people. I included only movies that are easily available without cost on YouTube and which have English subtitles
Four great Vietnamese movies (P1)
Expat Life 12:00 09/12/2018There are lots more available – at least a dozen come to mind right away. So have a look on the Internet and see what tickles your fancy
The question foreigners ask me most often about Vietnam is…
Expat Life 09:48 25/11/2018Before delving any further into this topic, I must note that many men are notorious for avoiding doctors
Three great street soups in Da Lat
Expat Life 11:10 18/11/2018Da Lat is a destination that’s on nearly everyone’s list and the city features unique and delicious food, but, like anywhere, the best hideaways aren’t always easy to find
One day at a time for many in Vietnam
Expat Life 08:05 04/11/2018Her customers stroll along our street or venture up those stairs from below, so her location is strategic – the old staircase is a backdrop with character, thus attracting curious tourists
Summer vacation in Da Lat
Expat Life 12:04 28/10/2018Da Lat is a perfect clone of a European medieval city, built on many hills, and featuring colonial architecture and ambience. It’s a rare and delightful discovery in the middle of a sub-continent well-known for searing hot and sweaty metropolises, thanks to an altitude of 1,500 meters.
