As promised, here's a link to the pricing calculator for the Health Insurance I've been using. This one is for nomad travelers: bit.ly/3Ss8z8S And this is the one for people who have made Thailand their country of residence: bit.ly/47ghWfY

@JaiDii-Thai-

6 ай бұрын

Listen....GO!!!!! I was 35, had 200k€, not much, not little also. Worked 15years as an aviation engineer. Lived quite good, for a.john.doe. bmw, duplex.... Until Sabena got closed,.and technics followed. By PLAIN luck, a buddy at.gym told about it. And even I didn't like traveling, I gave it a shot. I went 3.weeks. in 2011. Pattaya..... Vacation like, but just a ticket. I wanted to know sure if it would be a right choice. To live! It was clear quite soon. Live, 2.fundamental.needs..... are, health and economic stable, not worrysome. I returned, cancelled all in Belgium, and go live as.an expat. Nothing 100% sure. Best to go without attachements!!!!! It gets bored sometimes, and start thinking .... 1 huge lesson....KEEP MONEY IN YOUR POCKET!! THE freedom,.is like nowhere else. All the good things are free. Compare your life wherever you life, with there. You'll find many things that bother you! I visited my parents back home every 18months. 3.time in 2015, sis found her best bf ever, at 40. He introduced fysical fighting at parents home! I was like a stranger.....WTF happened?! I was on the other side of the planet?! And decided to not return, e:enthougj I was settled there. Renting cheap, living cheap charlie... Gets boring.....kinda toooo easy. Yes,.stupid kinda. Thailand is amazing!!!! Worst mistake OF MY LIFE!!! Is to stay 'temporarely' to fix with family. I'm still in Belgium..... 5years living free..... Now 8years.later in Europe, costed me 100k€ or more. I daytrade. And even parents and lovely sis..... Kicked me out.!!! I payed my bills and all. I had this tiny room, bothering nobody. Go if you can live from your savings, with even a small intrest. Daytrade or online if.you can. Life.is.cheap. You'll regret it!!! Life in the west, is horrible!!!! They show us china, with face tracing..... It's allready same here. Foreigners are better treated!!! In Thailand, you are king. Cheap charlie.... Oké , not the best BUT NEVER FORGET...... life in Europe or usa. Sorry for bad writing. My 2 cents.... I destroyed life by returning!!! Just speaking....THAILAND,... now people are stressed, struggling, and don't like ALOT, hearing you say this. Even if life is a social democracy here. It's a joke!!!! The more you try.... The more bills. Criminals have rights. Working.people.are.retarded.slaves!!!! It's a 1.exception. if you can financially, GRAB IT! Just don't be naïeve. Even at home. I was a nerd. And made a carrier, untill company closed. Never had 1 day social help or money! But they don't see that. They don't respect you for helping yourself living cheap in Thailand. Because THEY CANT BELIEVE!!! I'M just giving good advice. Can BS me....oké. Whatever. I'm trying to quickly give a good advice. I guess this video talks same. Go!!!! GO NOW !!!! West is going down financially. You don't attach! Make many buddies. You'll have many social life. Also in solitude without any worries..... Keep busy daytrading or WHATEVER. Little extra is alot. Go Go Go!!! 1

@vertigo2894

5 ай бұрын

"Expat community"? You mean immigrant community. Why do white people use a special term for themselves when they immigrate? You are immigrants.

@user-uq9ew6vb6z

3 ай бұрын

Yes yes

@user-uq9ew6vb6z

3 ай бұрын

Information to make the move

@kirkmilliren9218

11 күн бұрын

Hello Chris, I've just found your videos and like the information that you provide. But I do have a good question for you. What, how and where can I go to have some of my things that I want to bring with me, to be shipped to Thailand and to receive it all after it arrives there. What advice would you be able to give me of what company would be the best, and budget friendly?

I don't live in Thailand yet, however, I took about 3 solid years to learn the language because I know I'll be living there within a few years. Personally, I think it's awesome to know the language. By no means am I fluent, but I can say pretty much anything in broken Thai. The times I have visited Thailand, armed with a decent grasp of the language, I was astounded by how willing the Thai people are to show you their culture.

@smurfhits5688

6 ай бұрын

That's cool now you make me wanna do the same thing. How did you study? And how often?

@lostboi3974

6 ай бұрын

I want to know how you studied as well. 55555😂😂😂😂😂

@beverlyweber4122

6 ай бұрын

Awesome!! I learned a tiny bit before I arrived, but your amount of study blows the rest of us away!

@farangeddie

6 ай бұрын

@@smurfhits5688thaipod101 is a great program, Google it, or buy the online course from elementary level to absolute fluency from Duke Language school, the offer online course, or if you want to come study for a year, you’ll get assistance for a student visa! Hope it helps.

@farangeddie

6 ай бұрын

@@lostboi3974I commented on that for you guys below

What you described about Thailands safety is very true. Never felt unsafe and even sent my sister as a solo traveller to thailand. She loved it and felt safe all the time. I can't say the same thing about California and many parts of Europe. To be honest.. I never felt so unsafe like in certain neighbourhoods in the USA.

@vip-gametimebattles9381

6 ай бұрын

Totally agree.

@moonmc1047

5 ай бұрын

I'm Thai. Cuz they are nice and smile at you even when they're angry doesn't mean safe. But you know what ..we have one of the highest robbery , murders , homicide in the world. So many fucked up shit going on everyday. Like serial killers everywhere, dad rapes daughter, son kills his own mum and cook for dinner, etc. All fucked up shit in the world are in Thailand. Yes very safe!?

@kelcritcarroll

5 ай бұрын

I live in the usa and there are many places I would not go as your likely to run into some type of trouble…..

I lived in China for four years only knowing very limited mandarin. I found it relaxing to not know what people were going on and on about in public. The key is to have at least one close friend that is local that knows English.

This video has to be shown to pubblic administration marketing office: it is the milestone for tourism in Thailand Great job Chris

Thailand most warmly welcome for all of you guys it's freedom to do anything enough here but please just give respect for our main institute

@regnorse

2 ай бұрын

what is your main institute?

@steamv9297

2 ай бұрын

​@@regnorse our king, just give some respect or if don't know anything much just keep manner, many foreigner friend still talk disrespectful

@regnorse

2 ай бұрын

wow of course. I didnt know you even had a King@@steamv9297

Good stuff Chris , I been here 9 months now , adjusting still , best thing I find is embrace the culture & respect it , enjoy the weather , the country & the people .. be sensible & respect the rules 😊

@illiminategang4490

3 ай бұрын

how do you make money i want to move there so much

Health Care in Thailand is world class. I ran into Chris when he was out for a walk in October this year. I had flown to Thailand specifically for surgery on my wrist. I had excellent care at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, a private hospital in Bangkok. Bangkok has dozens of top private hospitals. I also had some dental work while I was there.

@moonmc1047

6 ай бұрын

World class? Bullshit!! Maybe for rich ppl. Local ppl have to be at the public hospital at 5 am to C the doctor waiting in the line for 4-5 hours. Is that a world class health care???

@Mimi_cat254

5 ай бұрын

@@moonmc1047 still world class… i went to US hospital after that i cant complain Thai hospital anymore..

@moonmc1047

5 ай бұрын

@@Mimi_cat254 you talking about Thai public hospital??? R you crazy, I'm Thai by the way?. Compare to the US , Maybe cuz USA have a reputation with their their 3rd world healthcare behind most developed countries.

@sakhirun1238

5 ай бұрын

@@moonmc1047 but it is almost free (30 bt). bullshit to complain it.

@moonmc1047

5 ай бұрын

@@sakhirun1238 yes but compare to the first world countries, public hospital in Thailand is terrible. Nowhere near a world class like this guy saying. But you have money and can afford the private hospital yes. This guy should explain the difference between public and private hospital in Thailand. Not just saying Thailand have a world class healthcare.

You're a great ambassador for Thailand Chris.Keep up the good work.I'm one of the dreamers.

I'm totally digging this new channel! I love the honesty, like the political aspect and saving face. I prefer the saving face way of life to be honest. I find that western culture (at least in America) people are just down right mean and love to kick people when they're already down. However, the saving face culture can get frustrating when you're trying to understand how someone feels about something. I guess the balance between the two approaches is the best solution lol!

@lstavatr7675

6 ай бұрын

Western = Political MSM Hollywood.

In Thailand right now I prefer the farm life with my partners family all around me sadly got to go back to UK next month but back hopefully middle of next year where I am the cost of living is really minimal her son and nephews bring back the hunt comprising of fish , rat yes rat and I do eat it frogs and obviously rice we have laying hens and cows 8 of them and 3 on the way. My only regret is I didn’t discover Thailand sooner and that bullshit covid set me back 2 years for me it’s a no brainier the farm life may not be for everyone but I love it .

Yes, it's half of what it costs in Canada. This is what expensive means. It's Thailand; I've heard it was 10 times cheaper many years ago. Either they are getting richer or we are getting a lot poorer.

Hi Chris, I've been here in Bangkok a couple of months now and totally agree with everything you said. I'm close to the Christian Hospital where I had a colonoscopy and other stuff and just loved the service and price. I will be making the permanent move next year. Thailand is not for everyone but for me, its heaven. Thanks for the information.

One thing I would add about safety is the topic of motorbikes. The are a lot of motorbike deaths and injuries. A lot of expats eventually end up on a motorbike. This is a completely different driving culture than where you are from so take it in slow and be very careful. 🏍️

@Wabbit1961

5 ай бұрын

I’m a 45 year veteran motorcyclist. Scooters are logical in any city in Thailand. I’d hate to ride any true motorcycle in the city. Clutch in, clutch out every 10 seconds. Never getting in any gear higher than 3rd… lol. I see very few motorcycles in the city except the youngsters on their 150’s, 250’s, 300cc bikes. All for show. lol. The only way I’d own a motorcycle over there would be for touring on the highways. Even then, I rarely saw a biker on anything bigger than a 650. I have a scooter there and so does my wife. The hardest thing is training yourself to look into the other mirror more because you’re not on the right side of the road and people pass you on both sides!

I made my first trip to Thailand and it was the most amazing experience. I went solo for 17 days. Started out in Bangkok and then went to AoNang/Phi Phi. Loved it.. can’t wait to go back.. it’s crazy of how much fun I had with just a hundred dollars a day.. that was my budget.. I had the time of my life.:

ผมรักคุณ ที่นำเสนอความตรงไปตรงมา ถ้าหากชาวต่างชาติที่มาอาศัยในประเทศไทยจริงๆ ผมอยากไห้พวกคุณมีส่วนร่วมในวัฒธรรมท้องถิ่นแล้วพวกคุณจะพบความสุขและมิตรภาพ

I think this was one of your best videos yet. As a Canadian, I agree with your comments about healthcare here. I've used the private hospitals and absolutely top notch care. And I also agree with your points about the abiltiy to have a quality life here that you couldn't get back in the West for the same money.

@zprodigalson

6 ай бұрын

Also. You often don’t have to wait that long to see the doctor. Whereas in Canada, there are looong waits at hospitals and clinics.

@Dodger1999

6 ай бұрын

I've been to Bumrungrad didn't have to wait long and its definitely glitzy. There doctors are probably on par with Canadian doctors for routine issues. But for Cancer, Trauma, Heart and Stroke, major surgery Canadian hospitals have higher standards

Find a place 20 km from a 7-11 and you live reasonably well on $1000 a month. The temperatures are lower about four months a year in the north. The rest of the year is rainy or very hot. Sadly, air quality is getting worse each year not only in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Last year it was so bad [in Chiang Rai] that my wife and I packed up and spent two months in Seoul, S. Korea. This year we are looking to rent a pool villa for a couple months in southern Thailand closer to the water. You are spot on about the overly complex and inconvenient VISAs. The new LTR VISAs are relatively affordable and easy to apply. No scrutinizing of bank statements and no 90-day reporting. Finally, buy health insurance period. No ifs, and or buts!

Learning the language is a MUST, most I've met in pattaya speak broken English at best, especially drivers that take you places

I've walked around Bangkok at night many a time and never felt unsafe - Can't say the same about London, most areas of London I wouldn't dream of strolling around at 2am by myself. I've found as long as you keep your nose out of other people's business and are polite and know a few words in Thai then you'll be fine. Worst thing to happen to tourists or expats generally is small time scams, overcharging for things, bill padding and taxis / tuk tuks.

@sillwuka

4 ай бұрын

Very true coming from a Mancunian.

Thanks for your help

Good and valuable stuff, Chris! Thanks!

Great info thanks for sharing

Great video Chris, enjoyed the practical advice

Great new channel young man👌

Great advises Chris ))

Great video ! Thanks 😊for sharing

Super helpful video thanks Chris 🙏

Awesome content hope you keep the channel alive

Awesome content, delivered with real care. Quality .

What a great info-video Thank you

Great video Chris… thank you 🙏

Amazing! Thank you, Chris.

I love the info you provide on this channel.

Excellent VLOG Chris😎

Great video Chris 😊

excellent video thank ypu GenX. You are appreciated❤

Really cool,your advice,we'll done matey.

Hi Chris great video. Very informative.

Thanks, this was quite helpful. Keep em coming

Thank you Chris, this information is fantastic

Thank you for the video

Great stuff!

Fantastic video Chris. Love it and useful 👍🏼🤩

Simply, thank you!

Thanks so much very informative 😃👍🍻

Thanks for sharing brother... My uncle here in AU owns an apartment in Pattaya.. he can afford a visa but instead he chooses each year to just buy several flights (6 or so) here and back when they are on special. He has property and business here he looks after so it suits him to do the transit anyway and by constantly leaving, he can avoid the visa $. He has a remote camera setup in his house and literally has a conversation when his cleaner goes inside and keeps his place fresh. This is what i call best of both worlds, having a home in AU and also Thai......

A useful and informative video.

Great idea for the channel

I've watched a ton of your videos. I appreciate the energy and honesty in this video. Thank you

thanks very informative video

That was excellent Chris, thank you 🙏😊🇬🇧

Thank you Chris. I appreciate your insights.

Great content. You picked the right issues to be considered.

Always good info Chris! Always my go to guy!

Great video!!😊

Very good video

A great video, a fantastic primer for someone considering a move

Great video Icecy

Very well done and also essential info...Thank you very much!!!

Excellent advice Chris. I can't thank you enough. 😊👍

I absolutely luv luv luv Thailand and the street scene! Great girls , food. the whole thing. Friendly people

Really love this new channel. Definitely planning on making the move to Thailand at retirement. About to embark on my third visit this year. Love the people and love the country. Thanks for all you do Chris!

Chris, these are by far the most informative videos about considering a move to Thailand. I hope you keep up this channel with this type of content, thanks!

You are wonderful, I love your channel

1700-2000$US is really a perfect budget. 55-70k baht per month is plenty to live and even have a partner. After rent, health insurance, gas, visa renewals, utilities and food, you should be quite comfortable. You can live on 1k, I have friends that do, but they cant eat out as often, go out 2-3 times a week to a bar, or have a live-in girlfriend but they all say it is still better than what they would have back in thier home country!

Chris, this is perfect! -- Comprehensive, supportive and, actually comforting.

We live in Chiang Mai, and love this time of year!!! Weather is perfect!!! 11/19/2023

@mikeyboy3054

6 ай бұрын

Agreed. We live in Pattaya and I've told my friends this is the time pf year that reminds me of Summertime in Vancouver BC. Hot with a cool breeze off the ocean. Just beautiful.

Great show Chris! Awesome content you covered. Appreciate it. Hey take care go Wings and as alway's stay cool,kind and generous!

Excellent post!!! Had very similar experiences regarding the safety and honesty! Love visiting Thailand! Wonderful kind thoughtful people!

Amazing talk, looking forward for more information, definitely very good reference.

i have come, gone to thailand for decades, it is much safer to walk around at night in bangkok than in Los Angeles or NY city or some other western countries.

Visa renewal timing is a great point :)

Thailand is not a third-world country, not at all. It's different, an emerging country, and most of the necessary services are solid first-world. Everything you said is spot on. I wish every potential expat could watch THIS video (mandatory viewing!) because all of these topics are important to consider BEFORE making the commitment.

@AdolfMitler-ch8ns

6 ай бұрын

Emerging for 40 years.....😂. Will never Emerge due to massive corruption. Plus about Thailand. Public Transportation, Shopping 🛍️ Malls, Bargirls.......

@hobo1704

6 ай бұрын

It is third world, you obviously haven't seen how they really live..

@beverlyweber4122

6 ай бұрын

@@hobo1704 First World, Second World and Third World countries are products of the Three-World model, a concept that grouped all of the world’s countries into the three groups. This stratification of the countries was initially based on the basis of political ideology affiliation where First World countries were identified as the countries which were allied with the United States while Second World countries were countries which were allied with the Soviet Union. Third World countries were countries which supported neither the Soviet Union nor the United States. Historically, those who were NOT aligned to either super power fell off the radar, ignored and perceived as unworthy of attention. Obviously, Thailand is solidly ON the radar, as noted by the number of people who flock to Thailand every year from the "first world" and (lately, courtesy of the Ukraine situation) the "second world" which is literally invading hahaha

@hobo1704

6 ай бұрын

@@beverlyweber4122 good story champ

Once again, Very informative video Condensed down into 10 sections, you're the man.

New Years resolution, eh? Same same but different comes to mind! lol. Totally appreciate your vids my friend!

Thank you. Very interesting and eye opening. I am convinced and moving soon. Hope to meet you soon

Great video, the basics apply to anywhere especially language. An understanding of a language absolutely breaks the ice in so many ways. It shows the locals that you are willing to “invest” in yourself. Lots of good info, you spent some time and thought about this video. Thanks for that. 👍

Well done Chris excellent video, some brilliant,helpful information for people thinking of coming to Thailand, this type of video is a must for people needing sensible and accurate information on Thailand.

Really like how calm and authentic this video is 🙏🏼 great info also

Myself, having been to Thailand, a few times this video is the best one I’ve ever seen. Spitting facts. Subscribed, thumbs up. Great video!

I enjoy all your content but this series is very helpful. I will be in Thailand in January and am watching your videos like a young student. Keep it up, please.

Really fantastic!

Fantastic information Chris. Plan on moving out soon so thank you

very usefull info in 30 min., you're doing a great job

Thank you so much for this video.... Moving to Thailand soon🥺💕💕😊

Very good video I’m impressed Chris .. Very sincere honest approach Cheers from Oz

Superb, informative information delivered in an intelligently, thank you

Thank you very much, this is very useful. And has been shown of your good attituded and your generousness.

Excellent summary. Your video on when you got that package health check up at the hospital was very helpful and i forwarded it to a friend who flew there and did what you did and also said it was a wonderful 5 Star experience.

This is the best video I have ever seen re: life, living , immigrating, retiring in Thailand. Very accurate and clear , honest and thoughtful advice and information. I will keep continuing watching. You may think my case is very strange, yes because I am Thai, but live in U.K. for 50 years . Now at the age of 75 and is planning to return to Thailand and had chosen Hua Hin for my destination. It’s hard , scary and worrying , luckily I still speak Thai fluently. Two most worrying things are driving and single elderly woman living on my own - is it safe??

Trimmed up those locks. Lookin' good!

Great video Chris. I agree with everything you have said . I lived in Bangkok and Phuket for 5 years and miss it every single day. 🥲🥲

Excellent !!!!!

chris love your informative video you make everything look fun started being interested in thailand have a high school friend that lives there watching most of your videos have answered a lot of my questions keep the videos coming im in the come to vist for a month and just see what its like thanks again

love your videos. It Mde my recent trip to Thailand my fave ever

Good information

Chris, I want to thank you for all those interesting, fact base and really useful tips. You present them in a very organised and user friendly way! we are a Swiss couple from Geneva area, in love with Thailand since many years, but as you rightly explained: with a tourist approach. Yet we will retire in 3 years time and intend to settle at least 3 months / year there, discovering many area. Despite the fact that it is not true expatriation, all you tips are very useful. Thank you!!

Love the new channel. Just came back from Thailand a day ago and already dreaming about going back!

Great video Chris! We live in Krabi Province in basically the jungle, beautiful greenery and mountainous vibes with the endless palm tree land along the river. When I’m in Bangkok, we spend more, mostly on trains and taxis, but over here in the countryside, cost of living is cut in half due to eating from the garden and everyone sharing in the community, so food is the least of our worries. We even started a little youtube channel about this beautiful side of the country

@buddhadug

6 ай бұрын

Hi. My Thai wife and I will be in Krabi January 2024. We are looking for 10+ rai of rubber farm to build a house. Do you have any tips to find a great rural area?

@Kallosdalus

5 ай бұрын

Hello! I am currently a U.S. Marine pending a medical discharge. I plan on moving to Thailand once this is finalized. I want to live near the water but away from the tourist/party areas. Would you say Krabi would fit this? I have a friend who took Muay Thai lessons there for over 6mo and loved it. Any tips would be great thank you.

@cvma-jodytazzthomas7670

5 ай бұрын

I love Krabi and AoNang.. was just there for two weeks.. the best time and experience.

@farangeddie

5 ай бұрын

@@Kallosdalus Krabi is exactly that! We just made a video about it, and I met only one guy in the entire town, but he has a 20 year long friendship with a local here, so not really a tourist in my opinion, more like a semi local. But it’s off the beaten path, breathtaking in it’s beauty out here.

@farangeddie

5 ай бұрын

@@buddhadug 10 rai is quite big, but I’m sure you can find it? You’ll have to be very thorough though, get an awesome agent you trust and I’m sure you and your wife plan to sail into the future together, so she would be the owner of the land. I however can’t even think how 10 rai would be easy to come by, we have 7 rai and her family accumulated it over multiple generations. What I CAN tell you in my experience with their past farm and our friends’ latest harvest, is that kiang farming is a very tedious devotion. You’ll need really good and loyal workers who are willing to work from 11pm until around 6 or 7AM every day, and when it’s rainy season, the water in the rubber cups can really hurt the bottom line. Maybe look for a rai and just get started to feel how you like it? I think with feet on the ground you will get all the answers you need. Hope that helps