Another great vlog Alex. I know that you want to remain neutral but it would have been nice to hear which city you preferred! Having previously spent 6 months teaching in HCMC, I moved to Hanoi in August. Personally, I have to say that I prefer Hanoi in every single way, the people seem friendlier, the weather is more bearable, the food is amazing, the portions are bigger too. There's more of an authentic Vietnamese feel to the city. For anyone who prefers a more traditional South East Asian city, brimming with old-school charm, then Hanoi is for you. There are more green spaces, numerous lakes, museums, and quaint coffee shops. If you are into photography, you will be spoilt for choice! I previously spent 2 years travelling around S E Asia, but I'm afraid HCMC just didn't touch my soul. Hanoi, however, has stolen my heart......

I lived in and around Hanoi for a year and a half. I'm working in Portugal at the moment, but I want to move back to Vietnam. I'm just in love with the country!

What about pollution in HCMC/Saigon and the increase in cancer, fatigue or breathing problems among the population who live there? There are many other towns who offer a good salary and lots of teaching hours. Danang or Nha Trang are just some of the examples. Nha Trang has lots of small schools, agencies, hotels and private hospitals who hire teachers. It is on the beach, with three amazing hot spring and mud bath resorts, lifestyle is more relaxing, people are more friendly. I would strongly recommend it.

GREAT comparison video! Seriously... Such useful information. Thank you!

Thank you Alex for the comprehensive comparison. I cannot wait for my trip to Vietnam next year.

This is extremely helpful video as outsider to new country this was very usefull advise!!!

Very informative, I had no clue where to start in Vietnam however now I got some idea

Great comparisons! Thanks!

Hey dude I've just got to saigon from Cape town👍this was very helpful because I want to move to hanoi soon.

Great video! thats exactly the question I was asking myself

Good vlog buddy. Quite interesting and informative about the country. I'm in the country for several weeks, so let's meet up for coffee

Loving your videos. Seriously looking at coming next year. Looking into taking a year of work. Maybe not go back and stay there.

Good video, very informative

exactly the video I wanted!

Thank you for sharing!

Great country, intriguing history, friendly people, delicious food, and beautiful scenery! Teaching English in Vietnam comes with a high salary and extremely low cost of living. What' else do we want?

Most people that i know usually call it Saigon or simply “City”. “HCM City” is just for filling in forms (like applying a job, banks, police stations....).

Was anybody else trying desperately to figure out what the girls in the background were talking about?

I was literally googling this question yesterday. o.O

I've been teaching almost 10 years here (Ho Chi Minh city). If you’re sensitive to pollution live in the suburb (25 min by bus or motorbike) of HCMC. Sometimes it’s 5 times less polluted than the city center (I use Air Matters app). Lots of trees and parks. Lots of language schools, private schools and International schools in District 7.

Gr8 info Alex, thanks. What kind of camera and microphone are you using here? Good quality. take care.

So so so diplomatic ..... but yes I would agree

Have you done a video on working as a private tutor? I'm making plans for a trip to VN before the end of this year (hopefully). I'd be interested in hearing your input on this aspect of teaching.

Good insight and great overview. Two questions: architecturally is there an area in HCMC similar to the Old Quarter, Hanoi? Also, is there a demand for Business English to be taught in HCMC or Hanoi? Thanks and Cheers 🍺🍺🍺

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have you ever hear to night and the Ha` Noi they say to light mean to night or clip they say (( co` lip )) with two different sound lol

How did you learn to ride a motorbike? I never ride one in my home country

I am. Planning to go Vietnam nxt month and came acrosa this video. Are u free to be a tourguide? 😊

Which one of the two cities you advise for a non-native English speaker to teach English in?

Any body know what would be a reasonable price for buying a motor bike? And what the process of getting a motor bike license.

The courses at ninjateacher are only for degree hokders though, that sucks

Alex, I am making explorations into doing teaching in Vietnam after I finish my B.A(Hons) and have spoken with TEFL, but I wonder also about on top of your teaching jobs do you make money from these videos as well and anything else?

Hi Alex. I’m considering doing the teaching cert with you, and will contact you separately. However, I have a question that I think maybe others would like to hear the answer. Are there adult oriented schools that you’d recommend that teaches Vietnamese to westerners, as I teach English also?

Do I need a bachelors degree to legally teach in Vietnam? I am interested in your TESOL class in Saigon, but the need (if there is one) for a degree would put the brakes on that.

If you prefer culture and more laidback environment you choose Hanoi. If you prefer a vibrant and more western oriented city it's Saigon. Also in Saigon people are more friendly and open.

Alex, I always love your videos. After 42 years I learned to forgive (never forget though) and accepted. To be honest, the old regime was not all that good either, and yes, there was corruption, harassment (if you have power). I have been crying for many years after my father killed by communist in 1968 (Tet offensive). I live in US for 42 years after the fall of Saigon, now is HCM city. My choice is not to suffer any more because it is very painful, psychological pain. I need to think differently now. I need to take care myself, be happy whatever left of my life. I need to forgive, be happy so my siblings can also be happy, no more bitterness. There was war, and war never pretty. I can see people' life are so much better in VN. I can see everyone wants to learn English, making money, do business, traveling, ect. and that make me very happy. I see changes in both sides, north and south, the same, people wants to live happy, make money ect. If I cannot forgive then I will have to live so suffer the rest of my life? Thanks for upload, Alex. I do like your videos, actually, LOVE all your videos. I am sorry if I'm upsetting anyone (so sorry). But I think I need to share this. Thank you so much for upload:)

hello I from việt nam

What about Nha Trang ? What is the opportunity to teach English there?

What are your thoughts on Hanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City? 🙂

Thank you for the great review. Are there fitness centers in Hanoi?

My parents are from Hanoi, but I prefer more Saigon. It's more modern and development, I think that's because I'm more Western oriented. Lol

I like both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. It's a tough choice.

Hey Alex, I have a question. I'm a native English speaker and I have a degree in English. I want to teach English in Vietnam, but I'd like to try it before I invest in the Tefl to see if it's something I want to do long term. What do you think are the chances that I would find job(s)?

hello I from Việt nam my is Trung I 14 yeah old =)) how are you

How much do you reckon you need to start out in Ho Chi Minh? I read you need three month's rent upfront and a deposit for single accommodation. Is this true?

Ho Chi Minh city.

Hanoi is way better to teach in than HMC

Umm...Can you visit Cu xa lu Gia street ,district 11

Which city would be better for corporate or adult teaching? I'm not a fan of teaching young children.

ALEX make sure you teach them pronouncing correctly ,i mean Ha` Noi or north peoples lol

Và tóm lại là anh ý yêu Hà Nội hơn THÀNH PHỐ HỒ CHÍ MINH thân yêu! Tôi cũng yêu thủ đô Hà Nội ngàn năm văn hiến của nước CHXHCN VIỆT NAM

Hanoi is the best city in asian

Saigon, Saigon, Saigon.

I prefer Saigon over Ho Chi Minh city.

Mình là người HN nhưng rất thích những người trong Tp.HCM. Nhưng Tp.HCM có nhiều dân ở mọi miền nên khá nhiều tệ nạn hơn HN !!!

English teacher = Nothern? 😊

I'm teaching in Israel, I suppose Western Asia. I wouldn't recommend it, complete hell.

Sorry but it's called Saigon, not Ho Chi Minh Mummy.

When you call the city as Saigon, everyone feels normal, but when you call Saigon as Ho CHi Minh, many people feel insulted.