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The first day in my new school
Today was my first day of teaching in Vietnam so I was up at 6am to leave for the school at 7.15am. The walk takes half an hour, but doesn't seem far, but oh my gosh it' SO HOT and the weather here hasn't even got hot yet... It’s only February…I'm going to die... I...
Blisters, crazy timetables and new friends
I went for a meeting today with my boss from the Teach Abroad program and she gave me information about my school. Me and Steven will be teaching at the same school. My contract has changed since I signed it, and I will now be teaching Kindergarten and Primary, but I...
Too many steps…!
Again, no sleep. Animals were having a party. Egg for breakfast again. Today we went on a walk and met with some different people from another tour. The Austrians had been really annoyed because they had booked a motorbike tour and were shown a video of the chop stick...
7 Excellent Attractions in Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum This striking building is perhaps Hanoi’s most iconic monument. Inside is the preserved body of beloved leader Ho Chi Minh. It is worth getting up early at around 6am for the impressive changing of the guard. It is well worth the surreal...
10 Unmissable Foods in Hanoi
Foods in Hanoi. There is not one single food capital in Vietnam, but Hanoi certainly has a lot of incredible food to offer.
10 Great Drinks to Try in Hanoi
Vietnamese Coffee A strong, unique coffee famous throughout the world for its quality. It is served over ice in summer and hot in winter. The Vietnamese do a lot of different drinks with coffee, they often serve it with cream, yoghurt, ice-cream but for the classic...
Nine Fantastic Cafe’s In Hanoi
Hanoi inherited France’s café culture during their colonial period and nowhere is this more apparent than in the capital. Whatever your style there is something for everyone, from modern trendy coffee shops to quaint little cafes, it’s a huge part of Hanoian culture. ...
Eight Great Bars for Meeting People in Hanoi
Everyone loves a good bar in Hanoi but like everywhere in Hanoi, the popular spots are always changing. Hanoi Bars open, close and change in popularity on a regular basis. But here is a list of TFV' best bars in Hanoi that have really stood the test of time. ...
The Ten Unholy Commandments of Driving in Vietnam
Driving in South East Asia comes with the ever-present dangers of undertaking, poor road surfaces and the constant threat of either thrill seeking or suicidal animals darting across the road. That being said, Vietnam driving poses some unique dangers of its own. The...
An example Lesson Plan: Pronunication for young learners
Pronunciation Lesson. Tricky Word Beginnings Elementary to Pre-Intermediate (Ages 6-12) – Estimated Time: 1 hour – 1.5hours. Target Learning: This lesson plan can be modified to fit a variety of different levels and beginning sounds. To keep it simple, we have gone...
Popular ESL Games for your classroom
It’s no secret that Vietnamese people love playing games. Whether it’s old men playing Chinese Chess over a refreshing cup of ‘Tra Da’ or the younger generation who are in love with anything online. When learning English it’s no different, expand your ESL game...
Six Totally Awesome Places to Visit: South Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) HCMC is Vietnam’s answer to a modern metropolis. It is a lot more westernized than Hanoi, its northern counterpart, a fact that is unsurprising when you consider Vietnam’s history. It is also considerably larger and offers a lot more to do....
Six Breathtaking Places: North Vietnam
Hanoi If you’re looking for a truly Vietnamese experience, look no further than the capital. Considered by many to be the heart and soul of the country. The city is centred around dozens of charming, tree-lined lakes, some secluded, some gigantic. While it is nowhere...
Top 5 Cafe’s in Saigon
For centuries, drinking coffee has become one of the elegant joys of everyday busy lives. In Vietnam it’s no different. Here are my personal favourite cafés in Saigon that you should be sure to check out whilst you’re in town. Café Bet (Sidewalk Café) 30/4 Park...
Day Two In Paradise
I got absolutely no sleep last night. I couldn't get to sleep because of the various wild animals living outside our doorstep, it was like trying to sleep in a barn, and I think there was some sort of cat/duck/wolf pacing outside our room. It sounded big and was...
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