The Cost of Living in Thailand | Home Tour & Monthly Cost Breakdown | Long-Term Visa Options

Are you curious to know the costs of living in Thailand and how to stay long-term? In this video, we will be breaking down our monthly expenses while living in Krabi, Thailand including rent, utilities, transportation, insurance, activities, and food. We’ll also discuss the benefits of living in Thailand and the different visa options available for long-term stay.
If your goal is to one day live in Thailand, then this video will help you plan and budget your new life in beautiful Thailand.
Want to see how much a luxury lifestyle would cost in Thailand? Check out the video below!
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0:00 Introduction
1:33 House Tour
4:14 Monthly Cost of Living in Thailand Breakdown
7:25 The Quality of Life in Thailand
10:27 Thailand Visa Options
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  • @LucasWorldTravel
    @LucasWorldTravel3 жыл бұрын

    Hope this budgeting video was helpful to you! If you also want to see how much a 3-bedroom house costs in Krabi, then check out the video here! kzread.info/dash/bejne/oXqbvKV8n5zFmpM.html

  • @michaelf8837

    @michaelf8837

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you guys very much , They are building some new one and two bedroom villa not far from Patong over looking the sea that I'm keeping a close eye on. Thanks and I really enjoy the video you guys have been uploading . ( I'm already retired ) So we'll see how things goes ! I really love The View Condominium

  • @franciscojavierruizmanchon8177

    @franciscojavierruizmanchon8177

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks, very interesting!

  • @michaelthomas4974

    @michaelthomas4974

    29 күн бұрын

    I'm not understanding how you got that for your rent. 10,000 baht should equal roughly $274.00 USD..yet your total $334.00..explain please.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    29 күн бұрын

    @@michaelthomas4974 Currency conversion rates change over time.

  • @Explorcation
    @Explorcation3 жыл бұрын

    We've always heard that you can live in Thailand for $20k per year, but we didn't realize you could live so comfortably. You picked an amazing place to stay at, so bright, quiet, open, and airy. The price and ease of the medical care sounds amazing as well. I definitely see a few months in Thailand in our future!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes it is very comfortable and affordable! I know you two will enjoy exploring!

  • @FunandBudget
    @FunandBudget3 жыл бұрын

    What I am loving about this is it is opening my mind up to how retirement could look. If we moved to being more international - I am way more closer to retirement than I thought.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good for you! Yes, the expenses are so much less expensive than the US that you really can retire comfortably a lot earlier here.

  • @ElderMillennialDigitalNomads
    @ElderMillennialDigitalNomads3 жыл бұрын

    Such an awesome breakdown! I really liked your way of showing the costs in Thai Baht and then in USD :) We have also found Thailand to be very reasonable and we also spend the most money on food :) The villa in Krabi has such amazing and peaceful scenery!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks guys! Seriously if we would just stop eating out we would hardly spend anything at all, but I don’t think that’s going to happen! 😂

  • @AnSEpisodes
    @AnSEpisodes3 жыл бұрын

    Thailand is amazing! we went there couple years back and found out that everything is so cheap there, we had lots of massages and ate a lot haha, great share guys, good to have an idea of the cost living there for a long period of time.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You guys are definitely experts at eating! I can imagine you eating your way through Thailand now.

  • @BeingBedingfield
    @BeingBedingfield3 жыл бұрын

    I can’t believe you’ve been in Thailand for almost a year 😱 It does sound like you’re living your best life though 😊 Love your accommodation. I can’t believe how affordable the cost of living is, and with a high quality of life, sounds amazing 🤩

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, this year has flown by and we feel lucky to have spent it in Thailand. The relatively low cost of living means we can still afford to continue the journey once it’s safe to do so.

  • @goluckylifers
    @goluckylifers3 жыл бұрын

    First, LOVE where you are staying. It just feels so peaceful! Thanks for detailing the expenses for living abroad in Krabi, Thailand. While experiences may differ, seeing your video and comparing it without our own budget gave us the confidence to know we're on the right track. This is an invaluable resource. Thank you for taking the time to make this.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's great to hear guys! So glad the video was helpful! We wish you the best on your budgeting and planning!

  • @KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens
    @KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens3 жыл бұрын

    Always love your videos and the knowledge you share, as it is such important information that not many people consider. Thank you for your honesty and giving us more insights to your life. ONE LOVE

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We’re happy to share! Thanks for watching guys!

  • @HaswellTravelled
    @HaswellTravelled3 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful! Very economical to live there. Great idea for a video. Krabi would be a great place to be. Well done, my friends 👍. Big like and full play to the end. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend 😀.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! We got lucky to be stranded in a country that is very economical. Thanks so much for stopping by!

  • @Karen-kg3xv
    @Karen-kg3xv7 ай бұрын

    Ty this was very helpful

  • @rafaelmolina123
    @rafaelmolina1233 жыл бұрын

    Cool. Thanks for the upload ☺️

  • @AprilChu
    @AprilChu3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for breaking down all the different visa options. I have never lived in a different country for a long period of time so it's helpful to see how that would be possible. I was just talking to my parents about retiring in another country! The villa you rented looks so amazing...I love the big windows and how secluded it feels. The hammock in the front is a nice touch. That's super convenient how most places come furnished. That definitely makes it easier to move from one place to the next.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    The fully furnished housing makes living in Thailand so easy! It takes us an hour to pack and move and have completely different change of scenery.

  • @heyitsTonya
    @heyitsTonya2 жыл бұрын

    This is really great information. Thank you so much!

  • @Tawnieandwayne
    @Tawnieandwayne3 жыл бұрын

    We have definitely considered this type of thing so this was so very helpful. Thank you so much for sharing. Amazing video. The place, the food, the scenery all looks so great. You’ve gained new friends from Florida :)

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s great to hear! Thanks so much for the positive feedback and for joining the channel! We’re happy to have you with us!

  • @MilesFromHome-nb6pu
    @MilesFromHome-nb6pu3 жыл бұрын

    Good job! Enjoyed your research. Subscribed.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with your planning!

  • @NYCTOMOSCOW888
    @NYCTOMOSCOW888 Жыл бұрын

    you guys amazing, thank you for this list of spendings, very informative!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! Hope you love Thailand as much as we did!

  • @30AndAWakeUp
    @30AndAWakeUp3 жыл бұрын

    That was so great. Thanks for sharing.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to share! Good luck with your travel budgeting and thanks for watching!

  • @viparadisebreeze
    @viparadisebreeze Жыл бұрын

    Give thanks very informative

  • @taskinner3715
    @taskinner3715 Жыл бұрын

    Great video...

  • @MartinVlog444
    @MartinVlog444 Жыл бұрын

    great video... thanks for the info....

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @dussbowl24
    @dussbowl244 ай бұрын

    thanks for this very entertaining video! very helpful ! ty

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    4 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! Enjoy Thailand!

  • @TideKnotTravellers
    @TideKnotTravellers3 жыл бұрын

    That’s incredible that you can live in a lovely apartment like that, have a scooter and eat out every night for $1500 for two! So happy for you both. We totally understand the benefits of living close to a beach, it is key for us too. So good to hear the health care is good there too☺️

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We didn’t know that we were Beach people until we lived in Thailand. Now I daresay we’re spoiled.

  • @MissionMuscleUp
    @MissionMuscleUp Жыл бұрын

    Good video!

  • @petepierre652
    @petepierre652 Жыл бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO GUYS...

  • @franciscojavierruizmanchon8177
    @franciscojavierruizmanchon81772 жыл бұрын

    The guy looks like he's having his time...😂good luck paaal!!

  • @b.runson9719
    @b.runson97193 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video. Thank you and good on you both!!!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear! Glad you enjoyed it! Kind regards from Thailand!

  • @TheMapPinners
    @TheMapPinners3 жыл бұрын

    Wow you have such a nice place! I love your porch area outside with the hammock. Looks like it would be such a nice spot for getting work done or reading! Loved the video! So interesting to see just how much you can get for such low cost!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes the outside is so peaceful! For us, quiet is the most important criteria for housing and this one meets it!

  • @oljerseysoul8724
    @oljerseysoul87243 жыл бұрын

    I loved learning from you both !! Your a great couple giving great info !!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s great to hear! Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with your travel planning!

  • @KenyaWright
    @KenyaWright3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for breaking this down

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome! Kind regards from Thailand!

  • @PMLynch
    @PMLynch3 жыл бұрын

    Had surgery at Bumrungrad hospital in Bangkok several years ago. It's a world class hospital and my Thai surgeon had graduated from NYU in the states. Lived in Rawai, Phuket near Nai Harn beach for five years. Beautiful beach and seldom crowded.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes we live in Rawai now too and love it! Great place to be!

  • @buzzybee186
    @buzzybee1862 жыл бұрын

    So glad I found u guys! Very helpful information 🙂

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome to hear! Glad it was helpful! Good luck in planning your big move!

  • @harryclarke3217
    @harryclarke32173 жыл бұрын

    Hello from Ireland guys just subscribed and found your video very informative & well presented......hope to see more

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for subscribing to the channel! Glad you got some valuable information out of it! There will even more great tips coming soon!

  • @johnsblade
    @johnsblade2 жыл бұрын

    Great video guys..really informative x

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good to hear! Good luck with your Thailand budgeting!

  • @japantraveltoday1387
    @japantraveltoday13873 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such a nicely explained video.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Most welcome! Glad it was helpful!

  • @KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens
    @KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens3 жыл бұрын

    Ah your Villa looks absolutely gorgeous guys! You definitely living the most awesome life during this pandemic. Gosh Thailand is most definitely the most economical country. I can't believe you guys have been there for 11 months.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    The time has flown by! We can’t believe it either! It’s been a great journey!

  • @truthbtold7997
    @truthbtold79972 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the information

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome! Good luck with your Thailand planning!

  • @rick8602
    @rick86023 жыл бұрын

    Amazing truthful video! Thanks!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Hope it’s helpful to you! Kind regards from Thailand!

  • @levi7187
    @levi71872 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much your video was very educational and helpful.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    You’re very welcome! Good luck with your Thailand planning!

  • @vonnpowell3844
    @vonnpowell38442 жыл бұрын

    Great video and so informative👍🏽

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear Vonn! Good luck planning your big move!

  • @barbaras5874
    @barbaras5874 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for letting us know about the retirement visas! That really made us excited about this possibility for when we retire! 😊

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes the retirement visa is a great option. We hope to use it one day ourselves.

  • @josebrown8060
    @josebrown80603 жыл бұрын

    Great Vid, that nature house is a must..

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We definitely agree!

  • @erikhoel6081
    @erikhoel60812 жыл бұрын

    Very educational video. Thank you! Hope your year-around-trip was amazing! :)

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Erik! It was! A very happy New Year to you!

  • @TheAverageTourist
    @TheAverageTourist3 жыл бұрын

    This is such an informative video! I'd probably do the same thing and spend my money on dinners out. That villa is so nice, and awesome that it has weekly cleaning. Great info on the visa and work permits as well. Sounds like a great option for retirement!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    If only we were old enough, we would do the retirement visa for sure! One day!

  • @BeeLutler
    @BeeLutler2 жыл бұрын

    very informative, thanks

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome! Good luck with your planning!

  • @bastard_onwheelz6591
    @bastard_onwheelz65912 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU ! This was so benefiting for me, I have been trying to figure places to travel and do volunteer work for so long and the fact y'all broke it down so we'll, has made me have to do so much less work lol thank you guys so much! This was amazing and I appreciate everything you guys did for us!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was so helpful! Best wishes on your volunteer work!

  • @bastard_onwheelz6591

    @bastard_onwheelz6591

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel thank you! See you there! Lol

  • @JazziMaiArt
    @JazziMaiArt2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this informative video. Beautiful couple ❤️

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! We’re so glad it was helpful! Good luck with your budgeting and planning!

  • @jackh1749
    @jackh17492 жыл бұрын

    You guys are lovely!! Thanks..

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

  • @avazquez5852
    @avazquez5852Ай бұрын

    Excellent information

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @thehervismcommecicommeca2724
    @thehervismcommecicommeca27243 жыл бұрын

    Great video !

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you kindly!

  • @donmcdonald4874
    @donmcdonald4874 Жыл бұрын

    What a great place! Absolutely beautiful.

  • @dwalker6868
    @dwalker6868 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @Jdb63
    @Jdb633 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful people, thanks for sharing!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to share the knowledge! Good luck planning your big move!

  • @seanmann863
    @seanmann8632 жыл бұрын

    Great information.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks! Glad it was helpful!

  • @jesusisgodislove9912
    @jesusisgodislove9912 Жыл бұрын

    You're living my dream 👏🏼

  • @TideKnotTravellers
    @TideKnotTravellers3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the visa information too, good to know the different options. Love the idea of volunteering with animals☺️ retiring to Thailand sounds dreamy!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We agree about retiring in Thailand. Thailand is a place we will definitely keep coming back to. It’s the most peaceful place I’ve ever lived.

  • @karlenzmann1917
    @karlenzmann19172 жыл бұрын

    I'm a little late to the party, but your video was great. I'll be sure to check out some of your other videos as well. The $Numbers for your life there in Krabi are great. I'm going to retire in 2023, and am looking at the Philippines, Thailand, and Germany to spend 6 to 8 months out of the year, or longer. The more I look at Thailand, the more I like it.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Karl! We can definitely highly recommend Thailand. A high quality of life is not very expensive there. We wish you all the best with your planning!

  • @ibelieveinjesuschrist8911
    @ibelieveinjesuschrist89112 жыл бұрын

    thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @marcoseduardosalesnunesdes4488
    @marcoseduardosalesnunesdes44882 жыл бұрын

    Hi couple! Thanks for shared 😀 I'm living in Brazil, one of the most beautiful tropical countries in the world. But, in the last 10 years the cost of live is rising all time. I think that Thailand is a real good option for retirement time. Again, thanks for tips. I wish a amazing life for you.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Marcos! And good luck and finding your forever home! We can highly recommend Thailand. It’s so peaceful and lovely there!

  • @MsDENYLOVE
    @MsDENYLOVE3 жыл бұрын

    New Subscriber.. Here!! Very useful all the information on this vlog. A great shoutout from New York City 🏙 🇺🇸 . Hope to meet you guys some day after all this is over . Many Blessings on your endeavors ☺️🙏🏻

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dee Dee! Welcome to the channel! Our next stop in going to be Croatia touring the many countries of Eastern Europe. Please let us know if you are ever in the area. We would love to meet up with a subscriber!

  • @MsDENYLOVE

    @MsDENYLOVE

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Awww, Thank you !! But with all these restrictions coming from the US will be too much to bare. I can't see myself stranded in a hotel for 14 days without any outside contact before I even reach my destination. That's just a no no for me.By the time I get to Thailand you guys will be in Croatia. Enjoy all you can, Life is too short to be wasted. Many Blessings in future endeavors 🙏🏻😊

  • @SapphireBlueTravelExplores
    @SapphireBlueTravelExplores3 жыл бұрын

    Lots of great infirmation

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! Glad it was informative! Kind regards!

  • @JediMasterZanetti
    @JediMasterZanetti3 жыл бұрын

    Nice video.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Many many thanks!

  • @johncevans2382
    @johncevans23823 жыл бұрын

    Great video, guys. I spend more than that and it's just me. See you around, Krabi.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You probably eat out and drink even more than us. Nothing wrong with that!

  • @humanconnectionflores
    @humanconnectionflores2 жыл бұрын

    Am also from America, I visited Thailand in February of 22 ,Bangkok then chiang mai 3wks.it was a nice experience. Planning of visiting again in February of 2023 for a month that will give many time to visit different parts.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! We loved Krabi and Phuket and highly recommend them as places to visit. Both have very affordable and very luxurious options depending on what you are looking for.

  • @TravelInteresante
    @TravelInteresante3 жыл бұрын

    Your home looks so cozy and spacious! I love how apartments are fully furnished! Really like how you broke down all the expenses, its very interesting to see. Interesting, never heard of a volunteer visa, that's actually awesome! Glad you two are enjoying Thailand while learning the language!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes Thailand has a lot of visa options. They even have one for investors but we just shared the most popular ones.

  • @eyeofventure
    @eyeofventure3 жыл бұрын

    Very informative video. I enjoyed it very much. I’ve been to Thailand. And I love it. When I retire I’m probably going to retire there six months out of the year, and also in the Philippines

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    That sounds like a great idea! It’s nice to have some variety and both countries offer paradise so it’s a win win!

  • @padussia
    @padussia2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for making this video. I really would like to visit Thailand first. And maybe move there.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good plan! Hope you love Thailand as much as we did!

  • @kathleenharris3403
    @kathleenharris34032 жыл бұрын

    I love your villa!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! It was so peaceful there!

  • @TitasKitchenVlog
    @TitasKitchenVlog3 жыл бұрын

    Hello new friend thank you for sharing beautiful video and places, here Already giving my support, see u Around stay safe

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like it! Thanks for watching Tita! We really appreciate it!

  • @DjusLife
    @DjusLife3 жыл бұрын

    Very Helpful video guys, we've always wandered what the cost of living in Thailand was. I feel like I assumed it would be about 15k a year so its good to know its right around that. How much would you say you're saving by doing long term rental as opposed to like weekly airbnb rates? Glad you guys are learning and enjoying Thailand, seems like a great fit for you guys right now based on what you said in this video.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes it has been a great fit! We started with Airbnb and wound up paying too much. Word of mouth was how we found rentals at local prices. Facebook marketplace also is helpful for finding rentals as well!

  • @vanessam.2553
    @vanessam.25533 жыл бұрын

    I would love to go to thailand and do the ED visa, this sounds like an amazing idea. I was looking to take a break from nursing and this might be what i need.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We can highly recommend an ED visa. Our classes are fun and informative and having the time of work really is restorative. You’ll love. You can take Thai lessons or Muay Thai boxing lessons if you prefer to work on your fitness.

  • @peteonretreat2023
    @peteonretreat20232 жыл бұрын

    Great video, I look forward to watching more from you two! I’m planning on starting a 10 year travel life in Thailand in November myself (from the US too). How does your Thai schooling work? Does it require you to remain in one area for the duration or are the classes digital/online?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our school had both options online and in person. To be honest though the in person lessons are much better, so I would recommend starting in person and then continuing online once you grasp the basics.

  • @megahern8467
    @megahern84673 жыл бұрын

    This is incredible and soooo helpful!! This house is so lovely and I adore the peaceful setting. The costs are so enviable (less than 1/4 what my partner and I pay in the DC area, for zero services and takeout once a week! XD) and when you described walking in without an appointment and being seen by a doctor right away, I said "What?? What??!?" out loud!! ;D That is so awesome. The visa info was so helpful too! I work remotely for international orgs and hope that Thailand will come out with a remote worker visa before long. Anyway, I had started out only vaguely interested in living in Thailand (more focused on Indonesia) but your channel is making me way more interested in spending more time there in the future! :) Thank you so much for all this great info.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help! And Thailand does have a digital nomad visa now as well, but we don't know all the details about it. You should google it to see what you can find out. Good luck with your research!

  • @megahern8467

    @megahern8467

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel :O That's amazing news!! I will definitely look that up. Thank you so much!! :) :)

  • @FunandBudget
    @FunandBudget3 жыл бұрын

    Oooh that villa is so cute

  • @krystingrant6292
    @krystingrant62923 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous home wow

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    We agree! We got lucky finding this one! Are you looking for a place in Thailand?

  • @lumpialife
    @lumpialife2 жыл бұрын

    Great info! I watched your first Thailand video, and thought you guys were spending way too much, but looks like you're down to a more affordable budget (at least for us). I haven't googled it yet, but do you know if you're applying for retirement visa and only one of you is over 50, can the spouse be included in that when applying, or do you both have to be over 50? Thanks again and you got a new sub today!! 🤙

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    We had that same question and unfortunately no. You both have to be over 50 for the retirement visa. Thanks for subscribing! Glad to have you along for the journey!

  • @fredjohnson4772
    @fredjohnson47722 жыл бұрын

    It`s important that you ask folks to subscribe at the beginning of the video.... Most folks dont watch most videos to the end... Nice/Helpful video !! Thanks

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip! We are still learning, but we’ll get there one day! Glad the video was helpful. Good luck with your Thailand budgeting!

  • @bootyiman
    @bootyiman2 жыл бұрын

    you 2 are awesome thank you so much for sharing your expense with use and the brake down was beautiful. and to you last question i would say if you can afford it and it dose not cause yo

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful Ryan! And good luck in planning your Thailand budget!

  • @donmcdonald4874
    @donmcdonald4874 Жыл бұрын

    Great info too! Were the costs for school for two? How hard was the summer and rainy season?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    School was about 30,000 baht a year or about $800 usd. We loved summer as we enjoy hot and sunny weather. Rainy season got us a bit down though as there’s not as much sun.

  • @mathieuyang5113
    @mathieuyang51133 жыл бұрын

    My wife and I love the video. Great info. We like to retire in Thailand one day. Have you been to Chiang Mai?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes we've been to Chiang Mai to visit. It's a very cool city, but we prefer living by the beach.

  • @thomashardy9994
    @thomashardy99942 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for another informative video. I’m approaching retirement age and based on your numbers living there would be very easy. Hopefully inflation hasn’t affected housing prices too drastically.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    I haven’t heard about inflation hitting Thailand as it has in Europe and the US. Either way the prices will still be less. Best wishes on your big move!

  • @AlfredGuajardo
    @AlfredGuajardo2 жыл бұрын

    Your cost of living sounds Great ! I'm loving it ! Where are you two at today ? Curious as a heart attack, Al

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    We’re back in the US for a moment. Getting ready to try Belize next!

  • @marcrichard7251
    @marcrichard72513 жыл бұрын

    WOW I just came across your channel…you both make a beautiful couple and you both explained everything quite well…Thank You….P.S. how much are the classes and how many hours a week do you go and lastly after six months can you renew your education visa?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey Marc! You can get either a 6 month or a 12 month visa and they are renewalable. Class fees are 20,000 baht 600usd for six months and 30,000 baht or 900usd for a year. The visa costs an additional 9000 baht 270usd I believe.

  • @marcrichard7251

    @marcrichard7251

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Thank you 🙏 so much

  • @sarabovorn8607
    @sarabovorn86073 жыл бұрын

    Great videos keep it up! You mentioned on the video your ED visa cost 20,000 a month and 5,000 fees. Is this for one person? or for both of you?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sara! That’s 20k for a 6-month visa. That’s per person.

  • @kennyd1836
    @kennyd18362 жыл бұрын

    Yall make me want to make that move, WOW!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    We understand and can recommend it! The low cost of living and the peaceful atmosphere makes it worth the move!

  • @doreenbutler4233
    @doreenbutler423310 ай бұрын

    Great video guys❤ Do you have to use bottled water to shower or bathe?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    10 ай бұрын

    No, because the tap water is safe for bathing just not for drinking or cooking.

  • @manny4491
    @manny4491 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video! Has inflation changed the cost of living much?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    We're not sure. Google says it's increased 5-7%.

  • @manny4491

    @manny4491

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Major Bummer! lol

  • @ricochete5875
    @ricochete58752 жыл бұрын

    I'm moving in!

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol, enjoy then!

  • @bpe9578
    @bpe9578 Жыл бұрын

    @LucasWorldTravel: Thank you for this content and for your transparency. On another site, the KZreadr explained that most expatriate couples live fairly well in 2022 for between USD$1000-2000/month. So, I think you are doing very well!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🌺 When I lived in Vietnam, I went to Thailand for medical care and I was impressed by the doctors' bedside manner and by the quality of care and the medical facilities themselves.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I bet. Thailand has great care too! It was actually much easier and affordable to get care in Thailand. It's a big plus!

  • @SassyveeSceneries
    @SassyveeSceneries9 ай бұрын

    Great video! Which part of Thailand is this? Is English widely spoken? How are the jobs there?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    8 ай бұрын

    This is Ao Nang, Krabi a beautiful beach town. Since the town's many economy is tourism most shops have someone who can speak English. Jobs are mostly just teaching English.

  • @kylecouture1917
    @kylecouture19172 жыл бұрын

    I am in the USA and currently dating a girl from Thailand. She still has a condo there and if we end up getting married I definitely see myself doing a dual citizenship thing and spending the winters in Thailand.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not a bad way to go! Wish you the best on your new life in Thailand. You are really going to enjoy it!

  • @Watchmaty
    @Watchmaty3 жыл бұрын

    Living in Island way more expensive than living in BKK, however u can buy cheap scooter instead of rent it and with cooking at home u can save alot too, Cheers

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, we thought about buying a scooter, but decided not to as we still don't know how long we are staying. Thanks for the tips though! We love island life even it is more expensive than the big city.

  • @Watchmaty

    @Watchmaty

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Island life is amazing, Enjoy it

  • @ibrahimrahim8714
    @ibrahimrahim87142 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info on the education visa #learnalanguage

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! We loved learning the language and can highly recommend student visas as a great way to stay in the country longer.

  • @FollowingtheJourneyLifeStyle
    @FollowingtheJourneyLifeStyle8 ай бұрын

    I am going to retire to Udon Thani, Thailand. I really love the people there.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    8 ай бұрын

    Nice! We hear great things about Udon Thani! Enjoy!

  • @FollowingtheJourneyLifeStyle

    @FollowingtheJourneyLifeStyle

    8 ай бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Udon Thani reminds me of the United States in the 1960s - 1980s in my youth where people cared about each other and was proud of the family because everyone worked together for our future. Also the cost of living makes me upper middle class on my pension. No racism and if it was I only know simple Thai, you have to understand what they say to get upset.

  • @michaelf8837
    @michaelf88372 жыл бұрын

    Well I like the place you have now but also the condominium Saturday's ... But Phuket is one of my favorite part of Thailand and The View Condominium are really nice in the Patong area and they area fairly new development ... But its not budgeted friendly ! Plus I like DeCoze Hotel which is 10 to 15 minute walk to Banglo rd. And the mall in the center of phuket !

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    We can totally understand why you would love Patong. It’s so central and close to all the action!

  • @pbocca1
    @pbocca12 жыл бұрын

    Very informative and I think its incredibly cheap.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    I could see that. It’s all relative.

  • @JamesWilliams-qn5cq
    @JamesWilliams-qn5cq2 жыл бұрын

    I've said it already..., but - You guys are Sooo Kool. Gr8 Worꓘ. Wayyy Kool. Thx a Ton for the Post.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! Kind regards!

  • @marcanthonyskidmore4131
    @marcanthonyskidmore41312 жыл бұрын

    Nice to see an honest video about realistic expenses. Most of the other videos I see show how people live on 50K a month. Its an absolute joke as most of the teachers do not even make 40K.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! We know people who are able to get their expenses even lower if you can believe it. We just like to eat out too much! Good luck with your Thailand budgeting!

  • @shobanana1
    @shobanana12 жыл бұрын

    Is the Wifi reliable?

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, we didn’t have any problems with Wi-Fi at this location.

  • @Vagas2012
    @Vagas20122 жыл бұрын

    Hi. Thank you for some great information. My wife and I am currently planning to sell everything and move there in about a year from now. On the retirement visa, you said $2k per month. Is that individual or also for a married couple. I did some research and I found $2k per month but never mention about married couples. Your answer would be appreciated.

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our expenses are for a married couple. I also suggest looking at the video below to see expenses if you decide to go more up scale when you move to Thailand! Good luck planning your move! kzread.info/dash/bejne/gpthzMyAqparYJM.html

  • @Vagas2012

    @Vagas2012

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LucasWorldTravel Thank you. I was inquiring about for the retirement visa requirement for the couple if $25k deposit was enough or would they want you to deposit $50k.

  • @NesaMohebbi
    @NesaMohebbi2 жыл бұрын

    how about childcare? I got a job offer there and I want to know if it will be good for my newborn

  • @LucasWorldTravel

    @LucasWorldTravel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately, we don’t know about the childcare situation. I hear that getting an nanny is not very expensive there though. I would suggest searching for a Thailand Locals Facebook groups for the city that the job is in and ask for nanny and daycare recommendations.