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@pamelaalston4178

2 ай бұрын

What about the taxes that is proposed for foreigners living there for more than 180 days?

@realsatoshihashimoto

Ай бұрын

​@@pamelaalston4178It's f**ked!

@ront9588

Ай бұрын

Lots of commentary on men meeting women. Zero commentary on women meeting men. 👎

@farangeddie

Ай бұрын

@retiredgloballife can you please share where we can reach Hailey’s office for advise on visas? Would want to ask her guidance on options

@taccntb4345

Ай бұрын

I just my stomach scanned... $700.00 for a fckn stomach CT. WTF. Thailand is a rip off. NOT worth it. Im 6 months in thinking I was going to settle down here... Then again maybe they are charging differnet prices for foreigners... They charge foreigners diff price for water parks or national parks maybe they do the same for hospital visits... :/ This plus all of idiotic paper work foreigners have to put up with too... Im definately considering leaving..

I retired to Thailand 14 years ago. I must admit that this is one of the best videos I have watched I highly recommend that new comers and intended new comers watch it. Thank you you very much.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! Come again, Les. Take care.

@EL68775

Ай бұрын

Yes, it is!

Good videos! I also retired in CM (7 years now). I don't think a single day has past when I do not consider myself very lucky for being here. Even though I am by myself 100% of the time (no friends by choice and no live-in girlfriend by choice) I am out and about every single day (almost always on my electric bicycle) and loving every single second of this life of solitude. My career in the oil business was 45 years of wall-to-wall negotiations and meetings and such so that when it was time to retire the thought of complete silence and solitude was VERY important. I just wanted to come here to say your levelheaded and informative videos about Chiang Mai are a cut WELL ABOVE other local videos. Thank you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Hey that's a very nice compliment! Thanks. I try to give the subject a lot of thought and not just blab til it is time to end the video. But I do get tired of making all those title cards! If solitude is what makes you happy, good for you. We all dig different things to go to bed with a smile on our face. Best wishes.

@pamelaalston4178

2 ай бұрын

What about the taxes that is proposed for foreigners living there for more than 180 days?

@papadougpapadougsadventures

2 ай бұрын

I am planning at least 6 months of solitude when I retire in Jan 25. I plan on moving to the Philippines for those first months and then after I’m fully decompressed I’ll start looking for a place to live for a longer stay. Thailand, Vietnam, Bali or somewhere in the Philippines are my targets.

@user-nl9me3er7w

2 ай бұрын

@@pamelaalston4178 nobody has any facts yet

@ntozzie7397

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like you are living my future life.

Been living in Thailand for 10 years now - starting visiting 40 years ago. Love it....there are things that drive me crazy of course - the horrendous driving habits, very high income tax (I'm not retired and I make a high wage here and it is taxed much higher than I ever was in the states...), but I think one thing that is steering expats away is the pollution which seems to be getting much worse every year.... But I plan on retiring here of course. My partner and family are all Thai. I think one thing that is a game deal changer for those who may be struggling is to simply learn the language. I am fairly fluent so I can converse with anyone here in three dialects. It is such a different world when you can speak like a local. Everything changes for the better. Great and informative clip! Thanks

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Wow, I'm jealous. I am a bad Thai student. Sadly the air problem is severe. Luckily for me in CM it is just Feb/March/April so vacations and trips home can be scheduled for then. But I feel bad for those who can't leave. There is always someone downstream of you, so we should all be respectful. It boggles the mind that other people do this to each other with the crop burning.

You are completle right: Another culture. CCC: Do not compare, do not criticise, always stay calm

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Wise words! I should have included them!

@_Alfa.Bravo_

2 ай бұрын

@@RetiredGlobalLife ... mine is same age and she does not only looks like 20 but also behaves like it - I enjoy this so much. Best wifes on planet if raised well: her mum cooks for the monks 5 o'clock in the morning

@jurgschupbach3059

2 ай бұрын

​@@RetiredGlobalLifeyeah seems to be like constructive advice from streamlined obidients hope your tax returns on your savings will be income taxed ...........poor planning i guess

@asean5459

Ай бұрын

yes

I travel to Thailand twice a year. But to stay there all the time when back home I have home and 30 acres property paid for, it would be foolish for me. And I like to work on cars and now I cut firewood for extra money. I can't do those things in Thailand and the heat just overwhelms you. I have stayed 60 days and to be honest the beach life for me gets old after a while. And shopping gets tiring too after a while. My Thai wife is looking forward to living in the US with me, and then we can travel to Thailand once a year and that way we can have the best of two worlds. But living in Thailand full time is not an easy thing to do as some people think it is,,,,,,,,,,,,

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Sounds like you have the best of both worlds. Good for you.

@knowbs2122

2 ай бұрын

Flying will soon be restricted

@PeterC245

2 ай бұрын

I have a Thailand wife of 20 years , after 18 years in Australia her mother became I’ll , so my wife wanted to return to her village and all the family , We built a house , but 6 months a year is enough for me in Thailand , So my wife is almost full time in Thailand , I’m 6 months Thai 6 months Australia , It seems to work out for us

@EvelinHolmes

2 ай бұрын

@@PeterC245I say what ever works go for it. We been to Thailand a few times but yea round ? No

@ma3stro681

2 ай бұрын

Same. I just work to do Winter over there. Live a similar lifestyle to you back in the West, but I’m smart enough to be a bachelor. Love my remote, peaceful property where I have plenty to do to keep me occupied, plus amazing motorbike riding at the end of my driveway. 2-3 months in the Kingdom per year is plenty enough to not get jaded by it … 🎉

A great video. I agree with 99%. I'm an Australian who has been visiting Thailand for 24 years. I met and married a Thai lady back in 2012, and had 7 years of great time together back in Australia until she wanted more than I could give and 3 years on we divorced, on the other hand my best friend dated and married a bar girl about a year before me, and not only are they happy and flourishing they are expecting 2nd child next month. Loyalty is most important because Thai women see temptation everyday.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much, David, very good post.

I've been coming to Chiang Mai for 20 years during the winter months. My reason for not returning is poor air quality. The average for small particle size air pollution ( pm 2.5) AVERAGES 10× the World Health Service(WHO) standards. It's FAR worse during December through April. Viewing the NASA fire maps shows that it's a regional problem unlikely to be solved in my lifetime. My health is very much more important to me than the benefits of Thailand.

@sillystuff6247

2 ай бұрын

Me too. Worsening air quality will make me change where I stay in Thailand & when I'll stay there. But still, Thailand (mainly because of it's friendly culture & relatively low price) my #1 place to be for a big part of every year.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Good points and I agree with you Feb-April. I have never noticed bad air in December though. At least not in CM.

@wildbill6366

2 ай бұрын

Agree 100% , Super ugly air quality and very overrated ..... Prefer less polluted and more western .. Thailand is not good for many people ...

@Renovegas6109

2 ай бұрын

We to Pattaya. But where is the clean air at mostly with cheep motels

@kippsguitar6539

2 ай бұрын

​@@RetiredGlobalLifeyou've "never noticed" because they don't burn in December! Kind of makes sense

Hi, yes visa are a huge issue here! Living in China for almost 20 years , it was way EASIER to get visas than here in Thailand. I am a fully certified teacher from Canada, and getting the proper visa in Thailand is/was a nightmare. Also checking in with the police station every 90 days is frustrating. China did not even require that. Also Thailand is very expensive compared to the salaries offered. I live a very simple life as a single mom and a teacher. I'm considering going back or leaving soon. The people are lovely, but that doesn't pay the bills. Thank you for your post.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for an excellent post. Yes, Thai people can live on low Thai salaries because many live together, adult kids with parents, aunts and uncles sharing places etc. Hard if you are single on a Thai salary. And I agree, the visas can be a pain with the exception of the LTR and to a lesser extent, retirement visas, which are not hard as long as you tick all the boxes on the requirements of you.

@littletravelmonkey6727

Ай бұрын

Do you speak Chinese?

@wolfgangklawonn5091

Ай бұрын

I agree 99%.

Easy solution would be if Thailand adopted 3 month visas like most countries. Majority of people would be happy to spend 3-6 months in Thailand and then go to their home country or other countries. This would solve most of the issues.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

100% agree. I think it is coming but the gov is not too fast moving.

@johnnielson4341

Ай бұрын

Thailand has a 3 month visa. Various versions.

@seans7228

27 күн бұрын

100%

@faiolapat

25 күн бұрын

If they don’t want to give me a 3 month visa then I won’t waste my time to go there. There are more accommodating and cheaper places in SE Asia.

@seans7228

25 күн бұрын

@@faiolapat Agree 100%. Many other SEA countries need my money. The disparity between Thai visa rules and Cambodian visa rules is so tremendous. I'm also offended they are giving Russians 90 day visas but not Americans or Europeans.

Randy, this is so level-headed, helpful, and encouraging.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Ah, I love compliments! Thank you!

@jduncan48

2 ай бұрын

Any addiction sec or alcohol or rugs will ruin you here because of easy access

Thank you for this video! This is very helpful!

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Tony. Good to hear from you.

I really appreciate everything that you guys do and I'm happy to be a member of your KZread channel. I learned so much from both of you over this past year. Keep up the excellent, honest work. 😉👍

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

What a nice comment! Thanks from Joy and me.

Good, clear, to the point video. Well done!👏 Subscribed.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Francis! Hope to see you commenting here again.

Always great information. Thank you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

So nice of you. Thanks, Glory.

Really enjoyed the video thanks a lot

Thank You for this video, fully understandable, I’m working on this now and I needed all this information on all your topics 🙏🏽❤️

@RetiredGlobalLife

18 күн бұрын

Thanks. Glad it was helpful.

What a pleasant articulate man. Enjoyed the video and subscribed. Thnaks

@RetiredGlobalLife

28 күн бұрын

Thanks for the nice compliment. (:

The video is very detailed, real and effective. Thank you very much. Continue to produce quality material and a good and peaceful life for everyone

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Sharon, big thanks for the nice words.

Ready nice video and eminently sensible advice as always. Appreciate it.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Another detailed, well researched video. It brings up many of the factors that people have to consider before moving there.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Barry. Coming from a global icon like you, that means something! What I'm not sure... but something.

Straightforward, direct and honest. I'm in!

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Giaovanni!

I have watched many videos about retiring overseas and most are just listening to rambling with little direction, ADHD to the max. Love how you spent time getting your topic nailed down and presented this topic precisely and to the point. Super informative. Easy to listen to, and you stayed on topic from start to finish. Well done. Thanks.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Very nice of you, although I think I drone on too long sometimes...

Highly appreciated your vid. Compliments will follow you and subscribed. Regards from CH🇨🇭

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Christine, thank you!

Never seen a video with so many positive comments. And I agree with them all. You have a new subscriber! Keep up the great content … 🎉

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks and welcome! I hope to see you here again, Jonny.

I lived and worked in Asia for 5 years, you need to sum it up and acount for your stay. Asia is the best place to be, and Im a western woman

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Always nice to see you as a regular here, Glenda. (:

@altriplett9099

Ай бұрын

Do you have “forever “ money? From social security, defined benefit pension plans? Or savings/401-k? Perhaps a mix? If you’re depending on the former, you’re probably going to be ok, as long as you’re able to stick to your budget. Those with forever money need to realize the limits of their income, including aside money medical/repatriation insurance. Plus, if you’re with a native partner, what steps can/should you take, to ensure your partner doesn’t lose everything on your death! Those depending on savings/401-k’s and such have a bigger hill to climb, IMHO! Listen to the advice of this channel! Try before you buy, especially if you’re income isn’t lifetime money!

Very nice job of summing up what to do and not to do. Thanks

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Kind of you. Thanks!

Excellent tips, well thoughts and advice. Thank you very much Randy. Miss joy in this vid.😁

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I'll tell Joy she was missed!

once again very well done - informative and direct - addressing the issues and giving solutions or suggestions.. i find these videos fascinating - visually as i have not been there and informative for someone who might want to go there on a long term basis... very insightful and helpful.. nicely done.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Should I become an actor?

@erikawaindecker7735

2 ай бұрын

@@RetiredGlobalLife you always were - spoken from your agent and long time friend... :) :)

Very accurate, well made and informative video. I lived a couple of years in Chiang Mai, '09-'11, met my wife in Thailand and now we live in the United States. I hope to return once I'm retired yet again in the next year or so. Looking forward to more of your content while we investigate doing so. Thanks!

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Tim, I love videos like this! Thanks so much for taking the time. How did your wife initially adapt to the US, and how about after a few years. We are going to do a video on Joy's first visit to CA next month.

@jonathancockerell-pu8sq

Ай бұрын

Absolutely. Accurate & informative

I have just watched this episode and think the points you brought up were very informative, keep up the good work, Keith

@RetiredGlobalLife

5 күн бұрын

Thanks! Always nice to hear nice comments. Visit again.

This is the best informative vidi on an important subject. Thankyou so much! I am downloading this one and subcribed.

@RetiredGlobalLife

12 күн бұрын

Thanks for such a nice comment. Glad to have you here.

Excellent advice - well presented! Thank you for preparing this.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@catherinecaughey4839

Ай бұрын

​@@RetiredGlobalLifeI J890 6

Randy Awesome video, I watch many KZread videos on the ups and downs of Living in Thailand as a retiree! I like yourself am from southern California! I have no desire to live here anymore. I visited Thailand twice last year and I have never been more relaxed in my life. As a retired police detective I was so impressed with how safe I felt even on the subway (which I would not dare ride the METRO!) Well thanks much! I hope to buy you that coffee in person in the next few months as I'm going to take the chance at a new life.🙏🏽

@user-lc2hc5gg7k

2 ай бұрын

Hi, I'm soon to be a retired teacher from the U.S. I am also a solo female traveler. You'll love spending more time in Thailand. It's a wonderful, safe country for many retired Americans, especially those of us who've had very stressful jobs. Enjoy your time there! It's a very safe country for male & female expats. Congratulations on your decision to be in Thailand.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Yes, I feel super safe (well except on the roads) in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai. But even in BKK I never felt uncomfortable, even at night. Hope to see you sometime.

@888jimm

2 ай бұрын

I felt that same thing in Manila.... also from Socal and I'm a " Situational Awareness" kind of guy....mind you they had armed guards outside the stores .... But I felt safe and peaceful not like here.

@billytheweasel

2 ай бұрын

I took that chance on a new life. It's detective-grade smart to review pros & cons before living here too, as Randy advises. Immigration can be frustrating at one place, abusive the next! Medical is super convenient here and high quality is available. It's safe, yes, but it's the Thai people... they aren't looking for an excuse to lash out. They look for an opportunity to smile, laugh and joke.

@alexashmead6800

Ай бұрын

I'm not clear whether you like California or Thai. Do you refer Metro in Thailand and safe. I'm from London

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experiences

@RetiredGlobalLife

28 күн бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Anthony.

Wonderfully informative video. Thank you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Our pleasure! Hope to see you here again.

Planning to retire next year when I am 68. Thanks, absorbing all the information I can.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

I was a YT addict on Thailand leading up to my move. I get it! Thanks.

@pamelaalston4178

2 ай бұрын

What about the taxes that is proposed for foreigners living there for more than 180 days?

All good points. Not sure this video prepares you for any of these but all important things to think about. I spent my 40s there. Lots of great things about Thailand but after 10 years of teaching English at a university, I’d had enough. No plans to go back but the food is awesome.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Good to hear from you.

@TurquoiseSunsets

Ай бұрын

Sadly, can't agree with the food issue but some of it is very good.

Thank you for sharing. Very good information.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Very nice of you, thanks.

That was a very good video about Thailand. I agree with all the things you say.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Really appreciate it!

Certainly enjoyed your video. I came to Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai in 2007 to teach English. I thoroughly enjoyed those years living Thai style and interacting with Thai children and other teachers. Unfortunately, the Thai govt prefers young teachers and I soon aged out. I lived in Rayong but not happily so I relocated to Jomtien, where I found my perfect balance. When Covid hit, I became quite an introvert and discovered I like that life style. Not for everyone but it works for me. I rarely leave my condo which has a lovely Gulf view, my groceries are delivered and I do the vast of my "shopping" through Lazada. I am happy and feel quite blessed. Best wishes to you and Joy!!!

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Janie. I joke sometimes all I need is a plant-filled big balcony or patio, a nice view, an umbrella or awning, a comfortable chair, a good book, an iced tea and something good to snack on. So you are on to something. Continued happiness.

@Ania-bw6se

Ай бұрын

Hello. I love Thailand and am considering retiring there. How di you meet quality men to date?

@beinaj

29 күн бұрын

@@Ania-bw6se Chances are slim, slight, and none.

@fredericksmith7418

15 күн бұрын

I was born an introvert people seem to have trouble understanding that . I like interaction but prefer my own company .

I have been retired in Thailand for 25 years. Retired Global Life's advice is very solid, useful information. I would add one thing to it. Get out and do the things you love in Thailand and there you have a very good chance to meet your people. I always wanted to make inflatable kayaking white water videos. Once I was set up here I did just that. I hired some local people and involved a few foreigners who just showed up. This was a great 3 year long adventure and led to meeting the woman and paddling the rivers. So much to see and do and so little time.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Great post!! Thanks.

Thank you so much for sharing important considerations to be happy in Thailand

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Ian. Appreciated!

Thank you for this nice, clear, level-setting video. Your presentation style is calm and informative. Appreciate you, subbed and will watch out for more.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing. I hope to see you here again.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing. I hope to see you here again.

22 years in Thailand but never more than 6 months per year. Works great for me!

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Wow, great. I'm not too different. I still come back to CA due to so many family and home ties. A great balance.

@krismurphy7711

Ай бұрын

My Plan

@Makeitblue127

Ай бұрын

@@krismurphy7711 don’t wait too long my friend, life’s short

I'll be there in 2025 April. A tip do not go to Thailand overweight. You will suffer badly with the heat and humidity!!! I'm done mostly carnivore for 4 months down over 80 lb it worked for me good luck guys

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Hey Scott, big congratulations on the weight loss. My problem is putting weight on as I'm too skinny... we are all so different, but I know from others how difficult it can be to lose weight. And 80 pounds, wow.

@rczeien

2 ай бұрын

I was in Thailand, not that long ago. I lost 8 pounds in two weeks while eating all I want. I think you could go to Thailand, overweight, the problem will take care of itself.

@FarangbanNok420

2 ай бұрын

@@RetiredGlobalLifeeat raw honey mate you will soon pile the pounds on

@patrickglennon7058

2 ай бұрын

With the heat and sensible eating the weight will fall of you, I'm down 30 lbs in a year, 20 lbs to go.

Thank you.. your advice is excellent.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Very kind of you! Can I get you to talk to my adult children . . .

Great video that helping expats adjust to the new country,Thank you very much.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks so much!

Excellent video, I'm retired, live in England and booked to spend three months in Thailand next winter to escape the miserable weather to see for myself if it's for me, I've had holidays there before, but that's different. Great insight to what it's actually like longer term.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

I wish you great success!

@Layput

Ай бұрын

But you have snow. Snow is great.

@user-kf7wm6kt6o

Ай бұрын

The drawback for Brit's who are thinking about retiring to Thailand is that you will not receive your annual state pension increase..

@richyclubsport5155

Ай бұрын

@@Layput not had snow where I live for 15 plus years

Good video as always. I agree with your list, and note that a person with those issues in Thailand likely had the same problems in their home country. Moving overseas for a 'fresh start' is an attempt to run away from problems, and rarely works. Once a person gets those behind them and I believe they would find Thailand to be a great place.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Excellent point and you remind me that is one I wanted to make! 555 Too late now.

interesting video Randy. Thank you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks, Wayne. I appreciate the comment.

Really good advice. Thank-you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Zander. Appreciated.

Wonderful set of reflections and suggestions! I lived in Taiwan for 12 years and as an American felt more or less completely integrated after 2-3 years. All of the suggestions you make are the same suggestions I would have made to people taking up life in foreign countries.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Gil! Much appreciated.

excellent video ...thank you. YES a fuller life in Chiang Mai. ...for sure

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

It really is! Glad you agree. Best wishes.

Lots of good and wise advise in this video, Randy. 🙏.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Never been to Thailand. Listened to a few KZreadrs . This gentleman really has made the most sense and best advice

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Hey, I got "gentleman" and "best advice" in one day! I will feel good all day. Thanks Ahmad!

Hi, Randy. Thank you for the wonderful video. Thailand is also safe for female travelers of all ages. I always feel safe with Thai people. Your video discusses some very important points of consideration. I do see and hear about many foreign guys who return to their countries unfortunately because of money. Money gets people into trouble for a variety of reasons. Like you said, a budget and having a cushion are necessary. I have a specific savings account reserved for a medical emergency to be ready when I will live more full-time abroad. That tiny details can give retirees abroad peace of mind.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks. Yes $ is an issue everywhere and all over the world, emergencies come up and people are not prepared. The worst is seen in the US. Witness homeless people everywhere in all our large cities now. Sad.

One of the best and informative video. Thumbs-up.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Really nice of you. Thanks!

@sukonsiripoksup8981

Ай бұрын

@RetiredGlobalLife Iwas really appreciated with all the suggestion you have given to foreigners. As a Thai , may I say... no place like home. Khobkhun ka.

I knew every single point but still watched anyway. Good video.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Hey, nice to hear that. Thanks and best wishes.

Cool, calm and 100% correct. Exactly the advice that any person heading to Thailand needs >>>

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Very nice of you, Peter. Sincere thanks.

@KenHubbard-jz1vq

Ай бұрын

TRY VIETNAM, OR PHILIPPINES, BALI LAOS IS GOOD BURMA DANGEROUS , I TRIED THAILAND CHANG MI ACTUALLY , DIDN'T STAY ,NOT FOR ME NOW IM IN VIETNAM FOR THE LAST 7 YEARS , JUST DO IT

Thank You so much for a very nice movie. As a non-native English speaker, I greatly appreciate that You speak perfect English, calmly and pleasantly and that there is a text strip in the lower part of the film. (most people who post videos here are English speakers who speak as if they met the neighbor at home down the street.) As a native of Sweden with our cold winter climate, Thailand has become my winter paradise. Not only for the climate, but also because of the incredibly friendly population, their calmness and hospitality and of course the good food. I also love their culture, their religion and the way they treat the animals. After a hard life as a self-employed person in Sweden, my stays in Thailand will now be longer, will change from three week vacations to at least 3 to 4 months during the Swedish winter. And as we say in Sweden, you must take the customs where you come, calm, friendly and with a smile on your face. Thanks for a nice movie. Best regards Leif, Sweden 😂

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thank you sincerely for such a nice message.

One of the best info video all time, thanks

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Wow, what a nice thing to say!

Excellent video. I’m arriving in Nov or Dec to see if I like it.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Great months for most of Thailand. Have fun.

I appreciate the video and it’s been on my mind for years. I’ve been married to my Thai wife for about 22 years now and we think we will mostly split our time between the two. I want her to have time with family and we also love our home here in FL. We are in the process of getting our daughter her Thai citizenship as she was born here in the U.S. and this is so she has options and will be able to purchase property (or I will in her name) so we ALL have options. That’s what important for me is the freedom to live in either place. I love Thailand but I also love my home.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

You sound like me! We are lucky.

I retired here 3 years ago, age 33. I came here cold turkey, just sold everything and came. I watched 100+ hours of Thailand vlogs though so I knew exactly what I was going to get. Wasn't surprised by much. After 3 years now though. Reasons I would leave: pollution, western influence, boring? Boring being the primary driver. Everything is new and interesting at the beginning but it becomes "normal" after awhile. My home country of Canada was very boring and predictable, and now that is becoming the case here. Thailand will always be my SE Asia home base though (elite visa/easy travel/very safe and friendly people).

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Haha, I think you are easily bored... And congrats on retiring at 33!

@thegoldendog7991

Ай бұрын

Perhaps retiring at 33 contributed to your boredom as there is a lot of free time to fill. I’m a retired Canadian as well (retired at 54) and find myself craving a different lifestyle. Maybe Thailand, but I think it’s really a fantasy coming from boredom rather than a real desire to be there. I’m at a crossroads.

@Freedom-33

Ай бұрын

@@thegoldendog7991 I consume information faster than most. I am not “bored” in the way most people would think (IE: nothing to do). I just find it becoming stale/normal and the things I see/do aren’t as interesting as they used to be so I call it bored If your 54 and retired, sell your stuff and move to SE Asia Nothing left in western countries for the average person

Thank You for sharing this information

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

My pleasure. Take care.

Thanks for sharing this with us! Best wishes from Udo in Puh Kradueng

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Very nice of you! Thanks and best wishes.

I have lived in several countries. I loved the experience. But one thing really helped. And that was, learning to be very proficient in the local language and customs. I also learned the History, Geography and Cultural (Painting, Sculpture, Literature, Music and Architecture) aspects of the host country. In other words, do your research and homework!

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Yes, learning at least some Thai is so beneficial and makes life there easier and more fun.

useful info, thanks for sharing

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Come again.

Liked. Much love good man. And everyone reading this as well ❤

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! I hope you visit again.

I’m about to move to the Philippines your advice was easy to transfer from Thailand to the Philippines so thanks you

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

I did an exploratory visit for 2.5 months, but the heat and air quality made me ill. I'm very active and I couldn't adapt. Beautiful country and culture, though. I'll be back for a shorter visit someday, maybe November when they aren't burning

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that. The rainy season and through December are ideal for me.

@TheJerrycon

2 ай бұрын

You made a good call. Thailand is the wrong choice for outdoors people. If you could be happy living on a submarine or a space station, this is the place for you.

@flutingaround

Ай бұрын

​@@TheJerryconYes, I'm the outdoorsy type. I'm in Nepal now, and will do the Colorado trail this year. 😅

Awesome advise for retirement in Thailand. Very detail explanation. Awesome.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Such a nice comment! Thanks!

New subscriber. Thanks for the video

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Great to have you Mike. Hope to see you again.

Finding friends was the hardest for me. It's okay in Bangkok, but in Pattaya or another town if you're under 50 and don't speak Russian, you're not going to have many foreign friends. Finding thais with good enough English for real friendship is tough. The Philippines is much easier because there's so many younger filipinos who have great English and filipinos are much more socially extroverted. Personally, I'd move to cambodia over thailand as the value for much is much better these days, but if you're young enough that you want nightlife, cambodia doesn't really have it except in the backpacker places, so if you're a forty something you fall through the gaps of being too young to hang up the dancing shoes and too old to play beer pong with the crusty youngsters with their braids and cheap tattooes. Thailand and cambodia are nicer places to live than the philippines though, which is crowded, has bad internet and fairly bad food and is a bit more authoritarian.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

You are right about easier to find English speakers in the Philippines than Thailand. Co-working spaces is a good place to meet people on the under 50 side but you are perhaps right. More social stuff for older people that is organized. But attitude is everything. I went from an introvert often alone to being outgoing. One day I'll have to tell the story how that came about for me.

Great video, thank you.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! I hope to hear from you again.

Great video, thank you 🙏

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

CM is nice place to live except the acute air pollution sometime of the each year. How do you coppe with it?

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Like many people with the resources to do so, I try to take extended vacations or trips home in Feb/March/April.

I live in South Korea, and he's spot on about happiness... you have to get away from the ex-pat community and get into the locals

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

I think a mix is nice. The problem is when it is only expats.

Very nice video ! Helpful ! Going to Jomtien end of this month, for 3 months. Thinking about moving to Thailand next year ! Thank you . Oliver from Los Angeles.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

I hope you visit will help you decide and make the best decision for you. Take care.

Living in a country, and visiting are 2 different things altogether.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

For sure. Takes a long visit, or several long visits, to get a real feel.

Chiangmai is fantastic in December/January but thats it, after that the toxic very high PM2.5 ruins it! Where I live our year round PM2.5 is between 0 and 5! Not 200+

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Feb/March/April is the bad time, yes. Maybe a week of May. But after that, nice clean air IMO.

@Warcraft696

Ай бұрын

Except for February to April (2-3 months), Chiang Mai has together with the south the cleanest air in the country.

First video of yours that I've seen and I really liked it. Job well done. Subscribed and will check out your other videos. Moving to Thailand later this year.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Hey, thanks! Glad to have you with us and best wishes on the move.

First time viewer and wanted to express my appreciation for such valid content Randy. Wife and I are planning to part-time reside in SE Asia with the Thailand being our main stay country. We’ve enjoyed the recent travels throughout SE Asia and can’t agree with you more about getting boots on the ground to various countries and cities to explore and soak in the culture and vibe of a community. Your health insurance segment is what I was most interested hearing your thoughts and experiences about and would recommend anyone reading this comment to take note. Wife and I will continue to watch your channel and share your love of Thailand to our friends and family. You and Joy have picked up another subscriber in Texas!

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Much appreciate, Gabriel. Thanks! Splitting the year between both countries can be great if you can manage the expense of two residences. And you can pick the best weather and avoid the bad from each country.

Thailand offers a wealth based retirement system. This system takes full advantage of foreigners who aren't aware of issues related to living in Thailand.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Can you explain your comment? Thailand wants high earners here to spend $. All countries do. And they make it easier to get a visa, like LTR, when you have more $. But I see nothing in them taking advantage of those people. They can spend their $ as they wish. So what do you mean.

@scottgeen3062

2 ай бұрын

​@@RetiredGlobalLifehi scott from New Zealand would 8million baht and pension last me at least ten years living in Thailand thank you for your advice

@humungushumungus213

2 ай бұрын

@@scottgeen3062no, you need a little more

I just came back from Thailand to several weeks ago and that was enough for me to know that that's where I want to be. I'm back in the USA with my motorhome and Jeep Grand Cherokee up for sale. I'm going through all my camping gear selling it online and pretty soon I'll even sell my espresso maker and even clothes. My plan is a year in Bangkok in Riverside area. During that time I plan on getting some medical stuff done as well as dental. I've lived in Los Angeles, philadelphia, houston, Seattle, another smaller cities in the US and found Bangkok to be absolutely enjoyable. I wasn't crazy about the air quality when I was there. After that year maybe Chiang Mai, maybe even another country like the Philippines or Indonesia. As you say we can live on a lot less their. The last few years I've been spending my retirement money faster than I could make it. I know that the value from my money versus level of happiness will be far greater in Bangkok. I've been on the road in the US in my RV for the last 4 years since retiring at 62. I have two sons but neither one have kids or are married so I don't have to think about grandchildren anytime soon. And I'm gratefully single. I met some nice ladies over in Thailand while I was there, and some I will see you again. I love Thai women, there is definitely something special about them. But I don't think I ever want to be in a serious committed relationship again unless I'm sure of that person. And at 65, even though most people don't think I'm over 50, I don't have time for that. So I'm okay with having several girlfriends and I'll see you on a regular basis. And if I really need love I can always get another puppy. One problem I found with most Thai women in the age group that I would really be looking say between 40 and 55.... They all have kids. Some more than one and sometimes those children are pretty young. Impossible to date when somebody is in that situation. I respect motherhood and I think their first commitment should always be to their children. There are Thai women out there with no children, but they're harder to find. I admit that the two ladies that I call friends work in a bar. I admit that I like them and they seem to like me. But I would never do anything serious with either one. I've met some Thai ladies on line who were educated and had good jobs. Those would definitely be the ones that I would focus on. I also remember a certain lady in a certain manicure shop that I would like to revisit and ask out. It's like being 18 again almost, but with pain LOL...

@RobFomenko

2 ай бұрын

By the way thank you for that video you did on Medicare. I did switch to a Medicare advantage plan which not only saves me $150 a month almost but also gives me 90 days of coverage service for emergency coverage. I have gotten quotes from several different insurance companies about coverage in Thailand and they are super high premiums ridiculously high I'm almost 66 with no pre-existing conditions. So I will self-insure. I'll just use my credit and debit cards off of my retirement account to cover any medical needs while in country, and if I need to go back to the States hopefully I could do that.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for that sincere comment. Sounds like you have a lot of experience here already. We just have to get you out of the bars and meet just regular ladies. Being a westerner is usually considered desirable there, so I think you will find your interest in a quality woman will be returned, with a long-lasting relationship as a reward. I envy you your chance to travel around Thailand and decide the best place for you. What a great adventure.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

I'm so glad it gave you helpful information. That's why I do this.

@RobFomenko

2 ай бұрын

I don't know how we lived before KZread and the internet.

@humungushumungus213

2 ай бұрын

I bet you won’t last 90 days

Awesome video thank you

@RetiredGlobalLife

14 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you visit us again.

Great video man 😊👍🙏

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Steven. Much appreciated!

I bought my Thai health insurance policy at 62. I am now 68. As you said it excludes preexisting conditions of which I have few. My strategy (and suggestion to others) is to buy a policy with a large deductible. That way you pay for routine health care out of pocket but you have coverage for anything serious. A large deductible keeps the cost down. For example, I bought a 10 million baht policy with a 40,000 baht deductible. I’ve never had a bill more that 20,000 baht. I’ve also set aside money to take care of health care costs, not covered by insurance, when I become old and frail. I think a mistake people make is thinking you will just return home if you get sick. That may work if you have a heads up on cancer but won’t help you if you have a serious vehicle accident. I chose to not pay for Medicare Part B. Another decision elderly Americans have to consider.

@PeterBren

2 ай бұрын

I will be amazed if a Thai insurance pays. There be 20 reasons why they will not, and then you will have to take them to a Thai court. Good luck with that! 😂

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Good advice re the large deductible. Routine medical care in Thailand is so cheap it is not a worry, whereas in the US the same minimal care would cost thousands.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Peter, what do you base that on? As an insured you have to read your policy to see what the underwriters agreed to cover. It is a contract. Many people do not bother with that but it is short-sighted. Many insurers don't pay because it is excluded. That being said, you are right about some of the "offshore" companies, which are not as reliable. But actual Thai companies, are quite solid IMO. Thanks for the input!

@martypoll

2 ай бұрын

@@PeterBren My policy is with Pacific Cross. I know PC operates in the Philippines. It is a pretty big company. I’ve seen people who say that PC has paid their claims and some not. The question of which insurance company comes up often and there are always people that love a particular company or hate it. There are the people who don’t believe in insurance at all. I have the resources to cover my health care needs insurance or not. In the meantime I’m going to be optimistic about Pacific Cross. I did have accident insurance through my bank. I made a claim and they paid promptly.

@PeterBren

2 ай бұрын

@RetiredGlobalLife I base it on the many reports of foreigners who were not paid on a claim. The worst are traffic accident claims. The only time they might pay is when the insured has been paying premiums for years, and the Thai company wants the premiums to continue. Anyone been paid from a Thai insurance company on a short term policy?

Try not to get ripped off, falsely imprisoned or attacked in some other cowardly yet horrible way. It sneakily happens all too often.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Maybe. I think unless you get drunk and stagger around doing dumb things and having a victim sign on you, it is pretty easy to live life with no fear of such things there.

This is one of the best informative videos I watched, every word and sentence counts , thanks for your efforts, I hope we can meet one day , i am from south California too.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks, Wang. Lot of us SoCal people in Thailand it seems.

Thank you for the information

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

My pleaseure Mike. Take care and come again.

Upon marrying my Thai wife I moved to Thailand and was there the first year nonstop before returning to the States to take care of family matters. To live in Thailand is wonderful if you've got the support from family and can financially swing it. Don't go there with any fantasy notions bobbing around in your head. I didn't and I did just fine because I'm not that picky. If you'll get upset because "well... that's not how we do it in... blah blah blah" then save yourself the trouble and don't move. Theyre not going to change for you. Get over it. And like someone else has said.. even a beach will inevitably grow boring...so will going to a bar. I've yet to see a beach, maybe some day, and hate rubbing shoulders with drunk expats. Just keep your expectations within reason and you can navigate Thailand no different than navigating through life .... as a visitor who's passing through.

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment!

Frankly, this could be considered reasons NOT to go in the first place. That aside, Thailand's continual tweaking of visas, the potential; for taxation, the crappy air quality in Bangkok and Chiang Mai are sufficient reasons to consider say, Cambodia, or better still Albania where there is no visa required for US citizens for one year, no tax on foreign income and only 15% tax on earnings. To my mind Thailand is driving people away.

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

You are correct. The government is making decisions without too much clarity for expats like the new tax law. I think when it settles it will not affect 99% of expats at all, but there has been no effort to clarify. And they shot themselves in the foot with last year's Elite visa changes. But I'd still take day to day life in Thailand compared to most of the surrounding countries, even if they are easier to get a visa. And in some of them, the burning is an issue there too. Bangkok's smoke is partly due to burning in Cambodia.

You got a new subscriber! Your video content is an excellent example of "KISS"(keep is short & simple) With meaningful information. Great job!

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Awesome, thanks! But not everyone says I keep it short, as I do tend to praddle on...

Very well said. .

Their laws change almost daily...Thailand isn't even on my list

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Haha, yes some indecisive politicians. But somehow life goes on as normal every day.

The Land of smile LOS turned into L and O f S moke 😷

@RetiredGlobalLife

2 ай бұрын

Haha, good one. Yes, it is an issue. Sadly it is a 3 month issue in Chiang Mai and good time for a planned vacation or return visit home, my usual strategy.

Great information and excellent advice 👍 👌

@RetiredGlobalLife

17 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Sound advice. Many thanks

@RetiredGlobalLife

Ай бұрын

Thanks, Jonathan. Appreciate it.