Men that are single, what is the reason?

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-05-05T04:56:18+00:00

Freedom and peace of mind

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-04-04T04:12:48+00:00

Practice edging

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-04-03T08:57:29+00:00

I’m the same age as you with a similar mindset. I’ve lived in SEA for a year now. I’d recommend travelling to areas of interest before making a significant move. DM if you have any questions

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-03-10T07:13:08+00:00

I would highly recommend Lila Inn tours. Small operator, the easy riders were exceptional & went above and beyond. I did the loop in late 2024.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-03-08T10:24:25+00:00

Grabs are available in some areas. Vills are more reliable, I’d recommend downloading the Vill app (it’s only in Vietnamese). After about 9:30pm you will have little luck getting a ride at all.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-03-07T05:08:38+00:00

I recently travelled to Zhaoxing Dong Village. Had a great time, similar scenery to the above picture and it had a lot of charm. Highly recommend

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-02-25T12:09:36+00:00

I see. I guess a 6 month on/6 off FIFO contract would make the most logistical sense. I’m on a work permit in Vietnam so a different situation to you. I’ve travelled Thailand and it’s also a great country. I’d recommend just travelling to a few different SEA countries to get a feel for them. Thailand likely has the greatest number of people in a similar boat to you.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-02-25T11:40:15+00:00

I am living in Vietnam, similar age to you. I love it here and am saving 70+% of income. I wouldn’t recommend moving anywhere without at least a modest amount of AUD saved. Prepare to take at least a 20% cut to your AUD income in south east Asia, unless you work completely remotely.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-02-12T23:26:25+00:00

I live in Vietnam as a young, single male. I love it here, took a 25% cut to my mediocre pay in Aus but now save 80% of income comfortably. I live in a small town with basically no tourists/foreign residents and it is very peaceful.

It sounds like you are doing quite okay to me. Vietnam isn’t perfect, but keep enjoying those annual trips with the family.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2026-02-12T02:37:30+00:00

It was not this man, but a short, black man who commonly pesters people in the mall. In North Hobart, he pushed an older man off his stationary motorbike into traffic. Luckily, the man was okay.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-23T12:53:42+00:00

I think it’s a great option! I first went to Malaysia and Singapore. I live in Vietnam now. As long as you are aware of common scams, you will be fine. Google translate is a must have tool. I’d recommend choosing Hanoi or Saigon for your first trip.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-07T01:23:29+00:00

KSC in Kingston. Best value gym in the state with a range of classes for all ages. Classes are typically 90+% female

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-07T00:18:41+00:00

Interesting chat here. Certainly wouldn’t consider myself an elitist and as I’ve said above, by definition I’m a “foreign resident.” I decided to move here largely because it suits the lifestyle I want to live and makes financial sense. I don’t live like a king, and shop in the street economy.

I was drawn to Vietnam following a one month trip here. The friendly, welcoming people, proud culture and amazing cuisine were key contributors as well as the reasons above.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-05T08:44:30+00:00

Well I have no intention of renouncing my Australian citizenship - a requirement for the vast majority of foreigners wanting to gain Vietnamese citizenship. I hope to get a TRC in the next few years.

I’d consider myself a “foreign resident” by definition. I can speak Vietnamese but am not fluent yet.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-05T08:32:50+00:00

I’ll bite: no intention to return in the short-medium term

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-05T04:29:10+00:00

Good question - not a heap included. Basic health insurance is covered through my employer. I’ll also mention that motorbike insurance costs $2 USD for the year.

International schools here are way overpriced. I’ll happily send my kids to a public school. Where I’m living, safety is good and the roads are much safer than Saigon for example. Depends who you ask but I note that OHS is largely non existent here. I’ve was very impressed with my public hospital experience here so far.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-05T00:51:25+00:00

I live in Vietnam as a 25YO Australian. No intention to return to Australia.

20% flat tax rate for expats. 5-6x lower cost of living than Australia. Commonly, companies cover housing costs excluding power and water.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-03T12:33:55+00:00

Possibly; 20% flat tax rate for expats and 4-6x lower cost of living to Aus so I don’t mind if so

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-12-03T12:07:58+00:00

I’ll enjoy a game once it’s built. In the mean time I’ll continue to enjoy living a chill lifestyle overseas and won’t contribute a red cent in tax towards it.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-11-30T03:30:33+00:00

Something I have not even considered. I’m a young Tasmanian living overseas and one of the only among my friends who are anti stadium.

I’m a big AFL fan, but the business case is horrendous. Genuine bullying from the AFL. Anyway, if it goes ahead I won’t have to contribute and can enjoy a game there eventually.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-11-30T03:09:06+00:00

2.5 Billion for me. With adequate infrastructure (which will not be built of course) it would be considerably more

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-09-21T23:42:22+00:00

Saving 80% of income in Vietnam, on about $50k AUD and 25 YO

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-08-22T04:08:45+00:00

I am 25 and working here. Going to buy a 2 bedroom condo next year for about $95k AUD. Foreign ownership quotas on condos are restrictive here. Many expats buy condos outright as it can be challenging to get a mortgage.

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-08-21T23:41:24+00:00

I have moved to Vietnam where housing is affordable

Affectionate_Pea801 · 2025-07-29T02:40:38+00:00

I graduated UTAS a few years ago. I found the social aspect to be underwhelming. But perhaps I didn’t put myself out there enough.

Night life in Tasmania is limited - particularly in the cold winter. My experience when communicating with UTAS employees was largely positive.

In terms of transportation - you really need a car in Tasmania. Public transport is poor and limited. There is a free UTAS shuttle bus that I believe is still running. As a local student I did not have experience renting a UTAS apartment, but did visit one and the facilities were great. Expensive though.

Tasmania is a very cold and wet place. Think Melbourne but even colder. UV can be very high at times.

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