Though it varies from school to school, the majority of instruction in private schools is completed in English. Most children of expats, however, attend one of the city’s international schools.
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Top Tips
01 | Though there are many shopping options in Hanoi, you may find that the style or size you need is unavailable. Large western sizes can be very elusive! |
02 | Learning Vietnamese offers an important window onto Hanoi society and culture & helps at all levels of social interaction and day-to-day convenien |
03 | GET OUT OF TOWN! just a weekend away can work restorative miracles. Don’t wait till you feel run down—plan excursions in advance and keep |
04 | Mail delivery from overseas is not always reliable, so try to think in advance of any books, CDs, or software you may need in Vietnam. |
05 | Set up online banking before you leave, and be sure to notify your bank you’ll be using your ATM card in Vietnam—otherwise they may think |
Useful links
- http://www.vietlonghousing.com
Hanoi Real Estate Rentals for foreign community includes: Villas, Houses, Apartments and Offices. - http://hanoigrapevine.com
Hanoi’s arts and culture website, with reviews and previews of concerts, galleries, films and openings. - http://vietnamnews.vnagency.com.vn
Online version of Vietnam’s English-language daily newspaper. - http://stickyrice.typepad.com
Blog about food, restaurants and bars in Hanoi.
Interesting fact
Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and has remained so since the 7th century though French and Japanese occupations. |