Greater pointers on what to expect and how to manage your expectations. The language barrier is no joke. I’ve been studying Vietnamese for months and the progress is SLOW! My first 2 trips to northern Vietnam I had an English speaking guide with me to soften the barrier. Heading back to Vietnam for lunar new year to hang with a family in Quang Ninh. One day I’ll make it down south. Every video of yours tempts me further.
I always enjoy your information. My Daughter in Law watched your video about filling out the visa form and received hers on the first try. I plan on a trip to DaNang in April 2025.
I was there in 2023...Out of 14 countries I'v\e been to, VN is in my top 3. You need at least 2 weeks to see many of the places that are shown in the internet. Enjoy!!!!!
Hey, brother. I just got my first 90 day visa. Woohoo. I'm arriving on the 8th of January. Cheers a bunch for all your vids. Ya, I'll do a hotel for a week and do a walk around to find a place ... I'll already be working on the 9th.
Im from Australia and am planning to come live in da nang next year! Been travelling for years and can’t wait would be great to catch up for a beer and hear your stories
Sounds awesome Caleb. I've got a travel group, we do meetups and chat over beers. Love to have you join when you get closer to moving. www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
I appreciate it man send me a message when you're close to arrive. And check out the travel group we do some meet ups every month www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
I live in Japan. The number one con is language. Just as you said, getting to a deeper level with locals is difficult & taking care of certain things like banking & having a discussion to understand things with a doctor or dentist is tough. Before Japan, I lived in Guam. I remember being freaked out by the geckos on the walls. After a while, I started to see them as pets. I now yearn to return to the tropical culture that really bothered me when I lived there. I hope to return to that kind of lifestyle but in a much cheaper place like SE Asia.
100% agree with everything you said. Love Da Nang. Very interesting place to live. Every day is different and people so friendly, polar opposite of US. My diet is free of heavy processed food of the US and instead healthy and fresh. 1/5 the cost of my life in US brings so much freedom. Every day I learn something new about the world around me and about myself. I feel free in Da Nang, and actually SE Asia as a SE Asian Slow Traveler as opposed to the US. No stress for me also, unlike the US. I have so many local friends who invite me to be everything unlike the US which is very isolated. I’ve been in the hospital in Da Nang. It’s ok. Not managed care like in the US. Da Nang is a great home base for me as a Slow Traveler. I love my life. Full of invigorating experiences and very peaceful at the same time.
I lived in Da Nang and Hoi An Vietnam for about 10 months in 2019. I rented a house and used it as a hub to travel around South East Asia. I left just before the Pandemic and never got a chance to motorbike from HCMC to Hanoi (Top Gear Vietnam Special). I'm coming back in March to do it. Anyone interested in joining.
Good Job! Spot on with the "speak like a 5year old," that is me to a "T." I can only take the conversation so far and then the drop off...keep going...do not give up..Coming in February. Aloha, Rene'
I'm so glad Vietnam is different from Australia. I really miss my street food and cafe soda from the bike ladies in the morning. I'm so hanging out for a banh mi heo with crispy pork and my Pho bo with bean shoots and greens. There's nothing like riding on the back of a Grab bike. It's like a cross between public transport and a carnival ride. I may even get to ride on the HCMC metro if it actually opens soon. Btw we have a crap load more coack roaches here in far north queensland than I've ever seen in Vietnam. And to my knowledge there's no crocs in Da nang or Saigon.
I can connect you with a local agent. Join my travel group for people coming to Da Nang, I can help you out with whatever you need. www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
Appreciate you sharing your impressions of Da Nang and hearing your Vietnamese. Hmmm...not sure if Vietnamese low income are happy and content....I mean I kinda get it but 🚫 feeling like only locals can say if that's true.
Another great Video Travis, laughed when the Uncle got up and walked back into the shop like I've had enough of this 😂. How do you explain to the Uncles someone as deranged as Trump, I just wouldn't go down that route of conversation.
Every Vietnamese person I've ever met loves Trump. To them he represents peace (no wars) and keeping China in line which is a big concern for many Vietnamese.
As long a roaches don't infiltrate my unit. Very few places can be as bad as the Philippines. Been there for about a month. Almost every condo I stayed in was infested in roaches. Coming from the Philippines where everything is so dirty and the infrastructure is so bad into Vietnam should be like going from Hell to Heaven for me.
Yeah I doubt that tho. As a Viet, I’m being honest by kinda agree with how our Gov not into retirement visa for now. Welcome tourists all the way but for living here, people have to put a little more effort or else, please enjoy all you want in other countries which more comfortable and convenient for them. Personally I’m not into the idea of the country being flood by tons of foreigners, rather keep the status low
Surprised you didn’t mention driving in Danang. Literally one of the worst drivers in the world! nobody’s keeping traffic rules, reckless driving, not using indicators, cars will cut you off in every opportunity and etc. Having stress and anger every time I’m on the road.
Very informative. Your Vietnamese sounds great! But that segment where you explain common usage of familial terms would have been better if you dressed more like the men at the table with you. It'd show more cultural awareness.
Fair point. These are my neighbors and we are not even at a coffee shop just sitting in front of the Uncle's house. The men are going to work but in the evenings everyone sits around with their shirt off. No judgements on clothing in Vietnam, I wouldn't be out in public in just a bathing suit but that's about it
I have been taking classes for a year daily to learn Vietnamese. Very frustrating sometimes. You have all these tones, and even then they double up so many words.....just why? WHY VIETNAMESE TELL ME WHY!!! and don't get me started on d, why do they even have this one? just make it y. Still, I love learning and getting better at it though.
I can't wait to click on your videos. Your video content and cover photos are beautiful from top to bottom, man. Keep it up
Very kind man I appreciate the comment. I'm doing my best always trying to improve slowly
@@TravisTravelsVN you keep the content going and we'll keep watching.🎉
Greater pointers on what to expect and how to manage your expectations. The language barrier is no joke. I’ve been studying Vietnamese for months and the progress is SLOW! My first 2 trips to northern Vietnam I had an English speaking guide with me to soften the barrier. Heading back to Vietnam for lunar new year to hang with a family in Quang Ninh. One day I’ll make it down south. Every video of yours tempts me further.
I always enjoy your information. My Daughter in Law watched your video about filling out the visa form and received hers on the first try. I plan on a trip to DaNang in April 2025.
I was there in 2023...Out of 14 countries I'v\e been to, VN is in my top 3. You need at least 2 weeks to see many of the places that are shown in the internet. Enjoy!!!!!
This was a great video. Crazy how much you've improved in just a year.
Once again another great video by Travis.
Hey, brother. I just got my first 90 day visa. Woohoo. I'm arriving on the 8th of January. Cheers a bunch for all your vids. Ya, I'll do a hotel for a week and do a walk around to find a place ... I'll already be working on the 9th.
Informative and always appreciate your content - Thanks Travis!
Thanks for the message Kim appreciate you watching 👍
❤️🇻🇳 I’ll be back for my 90 Vietnam fix next month ✌️! Vietnamese #1 👍
Looks like a good retirement option in a few years. Thanks Travis. March cannot come fast enough.
Well done. We've been here 10 days now and liking it. Could use a bit more sun though.
love your take on it all. thanks so much for sharing
Glad you enjoyed the video.
Im from Australia and am planning to come live in da nang next year! Been travelling for years and can’t wait would be great to catch up for a beer and hear your stories
Sounds awesome Caleb. I've got a travel group, we do meetups and chat over beers. Love to have you join when you get closer to moving. www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
Man I really like your videos , hope to run in to you in Da Nang when I get there in March
I appreciate it man send me a message when you're close to arrive. And check out the travel group we do some meet ups every month www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
Very nice Video. Sincerely appreciate it
I live in Japan. The number one con is language. Just as you said, getting to a deeper level with locals is difficult & taking care of certain things like banking & having a discussion to understand things with a doctor or dentist is tough. Before Japan, I lived in Guam. I remember being freaked out by the geckos on the walls. After a while, I started to see them as pets. I now yearn to return to the tropical culture that really bothered me when I lived there. I hope to return to that kind of lifestyle but in a much cheaper place like SE Asia.
I am happy i found this Chanel my visa got accepted super eassy 90 days in Vietnam
Good information for "" Travelers"" Not for retirement.. People who want to live there.
100% agree with everything you said. Love Da Nang. Very interesting place to live. Every day is different and people so friendly, polar opposite of US. My diet is free of heavy processed food of the US and instead healthy and fresh. 1/5 the cost of my life in US brings so much freedom. Every day I learn something new about the world around me and about myself. I feel free in Da Nang, and actually SE Asia as a SE Asian Slow Traveler as opposed to the US. No stress for me also, unlike the US. I have so many local friends who invite me to be everything unlike the US which is very isolated. I’ve been in the hospital in Da Nang. It’s ok. Not managed care like in the US. Da Nang is a great home base for me as a Slow Traveler. I love my life. Full of invigorating experiences and very peaceful at the same time.
Great video.
Great summary! I agree with everything you said about VN. If I could I would live in Da Nang.
I lived in Da Nang and Hoi An Vietnam for about 10 months in 2019. I rented a house and used it as a hub to travel around South East Asia. I left just before the Pandemic and never got a chance to motorbike from HCMC to Hanoi (Top Gear Vietnam Special). I'm coming back in March to do it. Anyone interested in joining.
That will be an awesome trip
Good Job! Spot on with the "speak like a 5year old," that is me to a "T." I can only take the conversation so far and then the drop off...keep going...do not give up..Coming in February.
Aloha,
Rene'
thank you for the honesty. so many band wagon UA-camrs. you have something real to say
I'm so glad Vietnam is different from Australia. I really miss my street food and cafe soda from the bike ladies in the morning. I'm so hanging out for a banh mi heo with crispy pork and my Pho bo with bean shoots and greens. There's nothing like riding on the back of a Grab bike. It's like a cross between public transport and a carnival ride. I may even get to ride on the HCMC metro if it actually opens soon. Btw we have a crap load more coack roaches here in far north queensland than I've ever seen in Vietnam. And to my knowledge there's no crocs in Da nang or Saigon.
Btw, This is a great video.. very well done 👍
Thanks buddy I appreciate the message
Nice one bruv.
😍🤩😍🤩😍
Thank you Travis, I am planning to come to da nang next week. Where can I find those rent prices
I can connect you with a local agent. Join my travel group for people coming to Da Nang, I can help you out with whatever you need. www.skool.com/travel-vietnam/about
Surely one of the biggest cons must be the restricted visa stay.
Definitely, I went deeper into this in another videos about things I don't like about Vietnam so I didn't mention it in this one.
How is the dating scene?
Dating scene is pretty robust I would say. I've done a full video on Dating but I'll probably interview some people about dating soon
And how do you go about locating a “ house” as opposed to an apartment or condo?
Appreciate you sharing your impressions of Da Nang and hearing your Vietnamese.
Hmmm...not sure if Vietnamese low income are happy and content....I mean I kinda get it but 🚫 feeling like only locals can say if that's true.
Do you have to do a visa run every 90 days?
What are the really hot months of the year ?
June-August
@ thanks
"Potholes everywhere" in America? Not in my part of America.
Another great Video Travis, laughed when the Uncle got up and walked back into the shop like I've had enough of this 😂. How do you explain to the Uncles someone as deranged as Trump, I just wouldn't go down that route of conversation.
Every Vietnamese person I've ever met loves Trump. To them he represents peace (no wars) and keeping China in line which is a big concern for many Vietnamese.
I want Swimming rain time., the Best , not cold ..
As long a roaches don't infiltrate my unit. Very few places can be as bad as the Philippines. Been there for about a month. Almost every condo I stayed in was infested in roaches. Coming from the Philippines where everything is so dirty and the infrastructure is so bad into Vietnam should be like going from Hell to Heaven for me.
whats the internet speeds like? thats my biggest thing, im currently in TH because internet speed is a big thing for me
It is fast
Everything is good except visa runs. It's exhausting. Vietnam needs some long term visas like Thailand and Malaysia
Yeah I doubt that tho. As a Viet, I’m being honest by kinda agree with how our Gov not into retirement visa for now. Welcome tourists all the way but for living here, people have to put a little more effort or else, please enjoy all you want in other countries which more comfortable and convenient for them. Personally I’m not into the idea of the country being flood by tons of foreigners, rather keep the status low
Nigeria got thrown under the bus for no reason lol
Peaches and cream my dude.
Biscuits and gravy 🇺🇸
Can I ask.... Did you go there with a large sum of money in the bank ? And you have another job besides the UA-cam ?
I worked here for 4 years, saved enough money so I could try out YT for awhile.
@@TravisTravelsVNvery cool Travis what state were you from prior to teaching and moving to VN to make that transition ? I’m from WA/CA state.
Surprised you didn’t mention driving in Danang. Literally one of the worst drivers in the world! nobody’s keeping traffic rules, reckless driving, not using indicators, cars will cut you off in every opportunity and etc. Having stress and anger every time I’m on the road.
Da Nang is tamed compared to Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. Plus, there are no traffic jams, even during rush hour.
@ Afraid to even imagine driving in Hanoi and HCM
Very informative. Your Vietnamese sounds great! But that segment where you explain common usage of familial terms would have been better if you dressed more like the men at the table with you. It'd show more cultural awareness.
Fair point. These are my neighbors and we are not even at a coffee shop just sitting in front of the Uncle's house. The men are going to work but in the evenings everyone sits around with their shirt off. No judgements on clothing in Vietnam, I wouldn't be out in public in just a bathing suit but that's about it
I have been taking classes for a year daily to learn Vietnamese. Very frustrating sometimes. You have all these tones, and even then they double up so many words.....just why? WHY VIETNAMESE TELL ME WHY!!! and don't get me started on d, why do they even have this one? just make it y. Still, I love learning and getting better at it though.
nigeria 🤣