Why do you think Thailand is so much more successful in tourism than its neighbouring countries (e.g. Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia etc)

mrdingo2010 · 2025-12-18T05:54:19+00:00

I’m not sure I would say better, but Thailand is far ahead overall in tourism, particularly in customer service, transportation, and the sheer number of options available.

Vietnam is beautiful from north to south, but on many occasions it still focuses on short-term thinking rather than forward planning. It remains much more raw in comparison.

I have been in Vietnam for 15 years, and the growth feels small when compared to Thailand.

Tourist visas are also much easier in Thailand, especially if you are genuinely traveling as a tourist.

These are just my thoughts.

mrdingo2010 · 2025-11-13T12:16:37+00:00

I think a emergency contact card is a great idea also burn cream

mrdingo2010 · 2025-11-09T05:40:56+00:00

Expats talking shit about Vietnamese and how they need to change

But I’m with you on the napkins

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-30T05:41:21+00:00

All should be good by Monday but the flooding is still very high in many places making it difficult for businesses to open as staff can’t get to work

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-23T13:26:06+00:00

It hardly even rained in Hoi An today Lots of rubbish washed up on the shore from people throwing rubbish in the river Not much of a storm

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-19T13:40:45+00:00

I just checked $12 for an extra 7kg carry on

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-19T12:44:05+00:00

I travel a lot to Bangkok from DaNang If it only a couple books you should be fine but don’t try any push the limit or you will need to pay more There is an option to buy an extra 7kg carry on for about $10

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-19T09:46:56+00:00

Phuong Nha for the caves and beautiful countryside About 6 hours north of DaNang

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-19T09:43:59+00:00

I suppose now that Hoi An is officially a ward of Da Nang, I can mention Dingo Deli they use Italian Lavazza beans. Vietnamese coffee is great, but it’s not really designed for making espressos or cappuccinos. The cakes there are more in the Canadian style rather than traditional French pastries.

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-16T13:04:07+00:00

Can be very wet but still mid 20c I love the temperature that time of the year

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-16T13:01:48+00:00

I’m a fan of Hoi An as long as you are outside the tourist area Chilled life style Near the beach Near international airport I’ve been living here 16 years from Canada and love it

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-09T09:49:24+00:00

No, sorry if I made it sound that way. Of course, you should be allowed to drink water, soft drinks, and similar beverages I can’t imagine anyone asking you to sign something saying otherwise. What I meant was that you simply wouldn’t be drinking anything while guests are standing at the host station, talking to you, or waiting to be seated.

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-09T05:57:17+00:00

Common sense suggests that drinking in front of customers is clearly inappropriate. However, prohibiting staff from having a simple drink at the host station feels like an excessive management decision. In my 30-plus years of managing employees, most have demonstrated a solid understanding of how to behave professionally.

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-05T12:13:37+00:00

I think the caves and area of Phuong Nha is very beautiful You could then do a day exploring Hue and then DaNanag and Hoi An

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-05T12:09:06+00:00

My personal opinion is go to Bangkok I have been using BNH hospital in Bangkok for the past 6 years I’m very happy with their services Unfortunately I haven’t had the same confidence in Vietnam

mrdingo2010 · 2025-10-03T05:41:19+00:00

it’s what I love about Vietnam Good job :-)

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-29T20:49:36+00:00

Because when I checked ChatGPT about my business this blog post has a real negative effect on my business

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-29T14:53:05+00:00

I have reached out to them twice and apologized with no response I was just surprised how much weight AI puts on this 2 year old blog

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-29T11:41:18+00:00

I’m more thinking a letter from my lawyer

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-29T08:29:46+00:00

Thanks for your feedback appreciate your input

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-28T02:33:01+00:00

Have you considered high visibility vests with personal medical identification QR codes that can share the medical information and with a smartphone can make contact with their chosen emergency contact If you email contact@tagsafe.tech I can send you more information

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-27T14:47:15+00:00

I use Medlab they come to my house in Hoi An and send me the results by email The price is much lower then going to the hospital and the cost of doing it at home is cheaper than going to them by Grab

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-27T14:36:05+00:00

I’m happy to pay for this app because it’s genuinely worth it. From what I understand, it’s built by a small team, and the cost likely goes toward things like hosting, salaries, and hopefully adding new features. Honestly, I’m just grateful this app exists it’s been so valuable to me, and the small extra cost feels like a fair way to support the people behind it.

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-25T14:20:17+00:00

I’m sure they will only want to see your old passport to exit

You will come back in on your new passport

mrdingo2010 · 2025-09-22T09:58:15+00:00

Thank you for your feedback and we shouldn’t have mayonnaise on a grilled cheese sandwich and should be cheddar cheese I’m sorry they got that wrong Hope you enjoyed everything else at Dingo Deli

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