And yes, that was a title of an old Westlife song, that I used to love. I haven’t yet been so lonely that I need to listen to my Keane for a pick-me-up, but after two weeks in Danang, I… Read more ›
Across from the uni, there’s this most beautiful outdoor pool. However, cuz it’s actually part of a elementary school, access is somewhat restricted. Everyone at the uni says it’s off limits, but I went over there to ask if I… Read more ›
There’s not too many here, but so far, I met a Japanese fellow who teaches at the uni and speaks very good VNese. Same goes for a Dutchman who communicates with my coworkers much better than I do. (He’s doing… Read more ›
Hello! I haven’t kept to the daily updates cuz well, I needed time to gather more stories. So as I’m sure some of you may know, East Asians (Orientals) like to keep their skin fair and in Danang, that means… Read more ›
This is not a joke: that’s what I spent calling home from my hotel room at 4:30 in the morning. Dad, you’re going to be so mad if you see this but I did weasel my way to a “better”… Read more ›
Wow! So only a stone’s throw away from Danang is the lovely, picturesque town of Hoi An. It’s actually a UN-designated world heritage site which is full of old houses, temples, and beautiful crafty stores. Unfortunately, the pics will be… Read more ›
Especially when you live in Danang. The closest beach is 5 mins away from city centre and costs a dollar to get to on xe om (taxi motorbike) which is pretty expensive selon moi. I can’t wait to get a… Read more ›
Danang’s most delicious beer and a top contender for the world’s greatest. In fact, I’ll check ratebeer.com right now…. I didn’t get good results but I don’t care cuz they were wrong about my other fave, Belgium Framboise, right Monsieur… Read more ›
Hot young French doctor who works in HCMC in the Intl SOS clinic. I went there to get my third Japanese encephilitis vaccine and I just have to say that I could’ve picked him as my Dr. but I didn’t… Read more ›
NOTE: this is taken from an email so my English is not up to CGA editorial standards. Can’t believe how informal and lazy I am in emails! In one week, I’ve had so much idea-induced insomnia. I won’t be back… Read more ›
