The Story of KT | Life in Vietnam

I’m KT, an American expat living in Vietnam, sharing real advice on moving to Vietnam, retiring in Vietnam, cost of living, visas, housing, and everyday expat life.

I also run a Vietnam relocation support business, helping expats and future expats navigate the move with more clarity, confidence, and less stress.

Topics include:

* Expat life in Vietnam
* Cost of living in Vietnam
* Vietnam visa updates
* Retiring in Vietnam
* Housing and relocation tips
* Teaching English in Vietnam
* Dating and relationships in Vietnam

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🎥 New videos weekly and weekly livestreams about life in Vietnam.

🇻🇳 Saturday 10:30 AM (Vietnam Time)
🇺🇸 Friday 8:30 PM PST / 11:30 PM EST




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BREAKING NEWS: British tourist identified in Lam Dong case involving injured Vietnamese police officer after traffic crash in Mui Ne. 🇻🇳

According to Tuoi Tre News, police identified the suspect as Damian Shrimanker, 34, a British national. The incident reportedly happened around 11:40 PM on March 18 on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street in Mui Ne Ward after a taxi collided with the tourist’s motorbike.

Tuoi Tre News reported that officers were sent to the scene, the tourist allegedly showed signs of intoxication, and Major Pham Nguyen Duc Lam was seriously injured before the suspect fled. Authorities later said the suspect was captured in Tan Minh Commune, about 70 kilometers away, in the early hours of the next day.

The report also says Major Lam has passed the critical stage and remains under medical care. Vietnam continues to enforce a strict zero-tolerance drunk driving policy, with penalties under Decree 168.

This is another reminder that expats and tourists in Vietnam need to take local laws, alcohol rules, and road safety very seriously.

Thoughts on this case?

#VietnamNews #MuiNe #LamDong #VietnamExpat #TravelVietnam #TheStoryofKT

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Looking for affordable dental work in Ho Chi Minh City? 🦷🇻🇳

If you’re comparing dental prices in Vietnam for crowns, cosmetic dental work, or implants, this clinic may be worth checking out:

Vic’s Dental - Tâm An Dental

They offer services including:

* Dental crowns
* Cosmetic porcelain teeth
* Implant treatment
* Gum smile correction

From the pricing sheet I saw, some of the listed options included:

* American porcelain crown: from 1,000,000 VND
* Titan crown: from 2,000,000 VND
* Katana full porcelain: from 3,000,000 VND
* Standard Zirconia: from 3,000,000 VND
* Emax veneer: from 7,000,000 VND

They also list different warranty periods depending on the material, with some higher-end options showing much longer coverage.

Clinic info:

Vic’s Dental - Tâm An Dental
📍 74 Cửu Long, Ward 2, Tân Bình District, HCMC
📍 28 Hiệp Bình, Hiệp Bình Phước Ward, Thủ Đức, HCMC
📞 028 2246 2499 / 093 7214 158
📞 028 3620 8785 / 093 8629 980
🌐 www.tamandental.com
📧 nhakhoavics@gmail.com

If you’re an expat, traveler, or local looking into dental care in Vietnam, it’s always smart to compare prices, materials, warranty, and the dentist’s experience before making a decision.

Have you had dental work done in Vietnam yet?

#DentalVietnam #DentalCareVietnam #HoChiMinhCity #SaigonExpats #VietnamExpat #DentalTourism #TeethWhiteningVietnam #DentalImplantsVietnam #PorcelainCrownsVietnam #CosmeticDentistryVietnam #LivingInVietnam #TheStoryofKT

18 hours ago | [YT] | 13

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⛽ Gas prices in Vietnam are rising again 🇻🇳

Just spotted these updated prices:

RON 95-V: 31,090 VND/L
E10-III: 28,660 VND/L
DO-V: 33,620 VND/L

This is the kind of thing people need to watch because fuel prices do not just affect drivers. They can also push up delivery costs, transportation, and everyday living expenses across Vietnam.

A lot of people still say Vietnam is cheap, and in many ways it can be, but rising fuel costs are one of those hidden pressures that can hit locals, expats, and small business owners fast.

Have you noticed the impact yet where you live in Vietnam?

#Vietnam #GasPrices #CostOfLiving #VietnamExpat #TheStoryofKT

19 hours ago | [YT] | 13

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I’ve watched the same pattern repeat for years in Vietnam.
Some expats build an amazing life here, others leave fast and feel defeated.

This LIVE is the exact playbook to avoid the burnout cycle: money, expectations, city choice, culture shock, and the first 90 days.

Watch here: youtube.com/live/DTQ9q15boUg

Question: What would make you leave Vietnam, money, loneliness, visa stress, or city fit?

🕙 LIVE Saturday Morning (Vietnam Time)
🇻🇳 Vietnam: 10:30 AM
🇺🇸 USA (EST): 10:30 PM (Friday night)
🇺🇸 USA (PST): 7:30 PM (Friday night)


#MovingToVietnam #ExpatsInVietnam #VietnamExpatLife #VietnamCostOfLiving #TheStoryOfKT

2 days ago | [YT] | 31

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New video is up. 🇻🇳

People always ask about cost of living, visas, apartments, and jobs, but sometimes the real reason people stay in Vietnam is the feeling of everyday life here.

This video is about those moments, the friendships, the vibe, and the side of Vietnam that is harder to explain but easy to feel.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/0snSZP82L1U

If you’re thinking about moving to Vietnam, check out my relocation guide or book a 30-minute consult below:

Relocation Guide: subscribepage.io/QJ7bAx
Consultation: calendly.com/thestoryofkt

#vietnam #thestoryofkt #VietnamLife #LivingInVietnam #expatlife #MoveToVietnam

5 days ago | [YT] | 48

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Such a great surprise seeing you Nga, Darrin, Bea, and ‪@philippinesinfulleffect‬ Thanks for coming out y'all!!

#thaodien #hochiminhcity #vietnam #thestoryofkt

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New Da Lat video is LIVE 🇻🇳

In Part 2 of my Da Lat series, Max and I visited the Crazy House, and this may be one of the strangest places I’ve seen in Vietnam.

Twisting staircases, wild architecture, hidden corners, and a design that feels like a dream or a nightmare depending on who you ask.

Watch here:
https://youtu.be/uE0sDaYn4d4

Missed Part 1? That’s where we arrived in Da Lat and shared our first impressions of why this city feels so different from the rest of Vietnam.

Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/Be1Lj1YiRdc?si=_uS0a...

Question for you:

Would you actually stay overnight inside the Crazy House, or just visit for the experience?

#DaLat #CrazyHouse #VietnamTravel #TheStoryOfKT

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Support your people.

If your friends are building something real, buy from them.
Book with them.
Refer them.
Share their work.

Too many people expect discounts from people they know, but will pay full price to strangers without blinking.

That mindset kills small businesses before they ever get momentum.

If you believe in someone, support them like it matters. Because it does.

I’ve learned that real support is not “I’m proud of you.”
Real support is action.

So here’s my reminder today:

Support your friends’ businesses.
Do not just clap for them.
Help them grow.

If you know someone trying to build something honest, tag them below.

If you need help moving to Vietnam, I’d appreciate your support too:

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📩 thestoryofkt@gmail.com

#SupportSmallBusiness #SupportYourFriends #CommunityOverCompetition #relocationservice #SmallBusiness #TheStoryOfKT #vietnam

1 week ago | [YT] | 25

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If you are flying into Vietnam soon, save yourself the headache.

Da Nang airport has been packed lately. Long lines at check in, security, and immigration can eat up your time fast.

That is why we offer VIP Airport Fast Pass service for:

✅ Da Nang (DAD)
✅ Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
✅ Hanoi (HAN)

What you get:
• Fast lane support through immigration
• Less time standing in line
• A smoother arrival after a long flight

This is perfect for:
• Families with kids
• Older travelers
• Business travelers
• Anyone arriving during peak hours

To check pricing and availability, send:
Airport, date, time, flight number, and number of passengers

📩 Email: thestoryofkt@gmail.com
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#vietnam #danang #hochiminhcity #hanoi #vietnamtravel #airportfasttrack #vipservices #expatlife #thestoryofkt

1 week ago | [YT] | 29

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Saturday we’re doing something different.

I’m reacting to Vietnam videos from other creators and breaking down what they get right, wrong, exaggerated, or completely misleading about life in Vietnam.

There’s a lot of content online about Vietnam, but not all of it is accurate. Some creators repeat old information, push stereotypes, or give advice that sounds good on camera but falls apart in real life.

In this live stream, I’m breaking down:

* bad relocation advice
* outdated visa and lifestyle takes
* expat myths that keep getting repeated
* clickbait narratives about dating, cost of living, and daily life
* what new expats should actually know

This is not hate. This is correction.

If you are planning a move to Vietnam and want help choosing the right city and neighborhoods for your lifestyle, I can help you map it out.


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Join the live:

Watch here: youtube.com/live/VSBN4y7LVBc?si=drAu_9jM4kNI5cfe

Bring your questions, your hot takes, and the Vietnam videos you want me to react to.




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🕙 LIVE Saturday Morning (Vietnam Time)

🇻🇳 Vietnam: 10:30 AM
🇺🇸 USA (EST): 10:30 PM (Friday night)
🇺🇸 USA (PST): 7:30 PM (Friday night)

#Vietnam #LivingInVietnam #VietnamExpatLife #MovingToVietnam #ExpatLife #TheStoryOfKT

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