Cost of Living in Hanoi , Vietnam 2025 Expat Life & Realities of Moving Abroad

Описание: Join me, Carl Tomich (formerly Carl Travels), as I share my first month living in Hanoi, Vietnam, after leaving Australia three months ago! In this 16-minute video, I dive into the realities of expat life, covering the good, the bad, and whether I miss home. From affordable accommodation and cheap food to making friends and navigating transport, I break down what it’s like to live in Vietnam on a budget. Plus, I touch on my two months in Japan and my upcoming trip to Da Nang, the "new Bali" for digital nomads.

🌏 What’s Covered:

Cost of Living: My Airbnb studio costs $320 USD/month (€280). Local apartments start at $150 USD! Meals like phở cost $1.50 USD, and Banh Mi is just $1.
Accommodation: Living in Hanoi’s trendy Tay Ho (West Lake) area with a view, queen bed, and kitchenette.
Transport: Grab rides (like Uber) cost $1 to the CBD. Night buses and sleeper trains make travel cheap and comfy.
Making Friends: Tips on joining expat groups and meeting locals, thanks to my friend Gary’s insider tips.
Pros & Cons: Affordable living and vibrant culture vs. pollution and tricky sidewalks.
Expat Jobs: English teaching pays well in USD, perfect for digital nomads.
Fitness & More: Gym memberships start at $38 AUD/month, with classes like Muay Thai and jujitsu.
💸 Budget Breakdown: I spend $10-20 AUD/day on food, transport, and drinks—way cheaper than Australia, where a Banh Mi costs $19!

0:00 - Introduction: My First Month in Hanoi
1:00 - Why Hanoi? Initial Impressions
2:30 - Cost of Living: Budget Breakdown
5:30 - Accommodation in Tay Ho
7:30 - Transport: Getting Around Hanoi
9:00 - Making Friends as an Expat
11:00 - Expat Jobs and Digital Nomad Life
12:30 - Fitness and Lifestyle
14:00 - Pros and Cons of Hanoi
15:30 - Wrap-Up and What’s Next

Whether you’re planning to move to Vietnam, curious about Hanoi vs. Da Nang, or dreaming of a digital nomad life, this video is packed with insights. Stay tuned for my Da Nang adventure and more tips on living abroad affordably!

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