10 Things I like about Thailand, and don't like. 1 year later...

[@gascbo]

A smart wife to help you navigate life is priceless, you are fortunate.

[@TravelwithMo23]

Thank you chuck, appreciate passing on the knowledge to the younger gen!

[@bobsears3452]

Somehow I missed this video lol. Now I've seen them all. I'm looking forward to your stateside videos. Take care and be safe. You both are great people!

[@brettweary8491]

Love that you are so Happy Chuck And I Love your Videos

[@singy1980]

I really enjoyed your Vlog#303!!! You are honest and fair in your report. So, have subscribed myself to your site. Continue to live a good life and that of a GOOD human. USA, 8/2019

[@sandygalbraith9491]

Thanks Chuck. I always find your vlogs most interesting. You provide very valuable, useful and trustworthy advice and I know that many viewers, including me, really appreciate your insights. Congratulations on completing your first year in Thailand and keep living the dream. Best wishes from Australia, Sandy

[@ghazialahmadi6002]

Thanks for the memories Mr. Chuck, and for inviting us into your life and great vacations. I am itching to move to Chiang Mai five months early, thanks to you.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks for coming

[@davidpi2540]

Grats on one year. I really like your vlogs. Clear and easy to understand. I have heard that the people there are awesome.

[@Sunyata7755]

Thanks Chuck. Really value your honest appraisal of life in Thailand.

[@CARTERCUSTOMS1]

Thanks Chuck for the insight I look forward to seeing you each week and I really enjoy your videos.say hi to Paige and have a wonderful day

[@robertgroves391]

Thank you very much Chuck, great video. Congratulations on your one year anniversary in Thailand. Really looking forward to your adventures next year, will catch up with you next year for a few coconut waters. Thanks again for taking us all on your travels.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you for coming with us.

[@joellupro4281]

Love the Coconut Water!

[@butterfieldbeauty]

love your every segment...you see quite well about people, customs,life style and religion in thailand..Thailand is used to be one of poor countries in asia but now Thailand is one of rich countries in asia now and getting change so much these days including eating habits,too....enjoy Thai life ....i am also one of guys love Thailand,too...thanks for your nice segments about Thailand...

[@truelove8345]

thanks for feeding the pigeons! :) ice cream cone crumbles are better than nothing but they have a lot of sugar and baking stuff inside, but most animal shops have some kind of bird food! good video

[@cmonuhorns8888]

Just saw this video pop up on my you tube... Chuck talking about not having to be 'locked down' is Isan in 2017.. Man was that prophetic for what kicked in 3 years later!

[@ranxrex]

Thank you, it's nice to hear others who believe in just be happy.

[@jasonbourne6341]

Awesome brother. Thank you for taking time and sharing!!

[@eicisback]

Hi Chuck, I've been settled down in Phuket for 4,5 months now. I came for the exact same reasons like yours and enjoy the same good points of a life in Thailand, getting annoyed by the same other bad ones. Course over all, I'm very happy here. Cheers and thx for your videos.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you Eric. Life is great here.

[@davesingh1033]

Happy anniversary Chuck and Paige. Keep the blogs coming.

[@mariettathornton5924]

Love your vlog Chuck❤️

[@notime2bsad]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rosskirby4199]

Chuck thank you for this video. I have been with my Thai partner for 7 years. Your words are so true. I still live and work in Australia, while my partner lives in Thailand. You have given me a positive look into the future.

[@udonladywithfarang2520]

Happy one year anniversary living in Thailand

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks guys.

[@dalehayton1207]

Thanks Chuck, good video, everything you said was correct in my opinion. Keep enjoying the life you love. Regards Dale

[@thailand999]

Thanks for sharing Chuck. Very insightful and a great setting for filming.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@wobba79]

G'day Chuck, Mate you are living the dream my friend. May I say your content is top quality & you're my favourite KZbin content creator. Keep up the good work & don't change anything. Anyway, I'm really happy for you mate & I sincerely thank you for sharing your life & experiences with us. Warm Regards Warren

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you very much Warren.

[@anavpicker]

Chuck you are my HERO.

[@KL-dg2ib]

Love your show Chuck. Thanks

[@nedstar7378]

Very good information, thanks like your video s.

[@beaus3354]

Thx Chuck. Always enjoy your travels. I've never heard of Cha-Am and now looking forward to checking it out after seeing your experience. I was in Chiang Mai for the month of September and I can't wait to go back and see other places. Again thanks for all the good stuff

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Beau. We are going on a 2 week adventure very soon through Thailand.

[@Hobbypayday]

Really happy to have found your channel man. I'm learning quite a lot from it, thank you.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks for enjoying Randal

[@trancetrance2106]

THANKS BROTHER AND SISTER, RESPECT

[@pamelasherrill5197]

Chuck and Paige: I do enjoy your blogs and glad you two are loving life.

[@mwbillups]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. I am considering spending some time in Thailand soon. Your vlogs are very helpful.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank You

[@SCOUSER-]

Always like watching your Vloggs, awesome information on Thailand, one of the best on KZbin 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@evadesc]

That scenery you got there on the beach is absolutely excellent. And no crowds? Lord have mercy. I gotta check it out just to sit there and take in the scenery like you guys are.

[@notime2bsad]

evadesc life is good. Thanks for watching

[@bbqstation1190]

Good video chuck i agree on most of your items. Beef for me is a every few months 1 time i will order a grain fed bone in prime rib aged from bangkok. Runs around 8k. I am a happy hour guy always back home before it gets crazy.

[@roxanapanaro252]

Another great video. I enjoy your videos. As I said before you have great family and friends. Very interesting places that you go to... which I look forward to.

[@irongoatrocky2343]

thanks for what you do Chuck, I know from my visits what you say is true, you offer more insight as to what I can expect when I do retire in the next couple of years, looking forward to more videos from you as its one of the most honest and entertaining about every day life in the LOS. ya make me smile and that means a lot in my world, maybe some day we will meet and talk about that on video, who knows........

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you for the very kind words.

[@joefarias9756]

irongoatrocky P

[@coho3260]

Awesome! You are absolutely right about the stress, get rid of it and you become healthier. :)

[@kentuckyike6159]

My thoughts exactly. Couldn't have said it better.

[@johnpaulpetsch5430]

Chuck, you made me very happy again!

[@patrickh4540]

Number 10.... same here. Still in that treadmill unfortunately. Good videos, thanks for that. Subscribed ☺

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@speakingscripts]

Beautiful video! Thank you!

[@JamesMiller-se4bt]

Greetings from Khost- Afghanistan. Nice video! By the way, you are not old by numbers or look, you have the right age and wisdom to enjoy life. 👍 ... Be safe 👊🏽... keep rubbing the Buddha 😊

[@UhYeahWhateverDude]

Keep your head down brother. I haven’t been to Khost in almost 13 years, but I’m sure not much has changed, lol. I was in Gardez a couple years back, but those Fobs were so built up, I barely even recognized the place. I’m always rubbin’ my Buddha...

[@mrkbay]

yet another great video Chuck , your last comment is so true , my girlfriend Apple and her youngest just never exercises , trying to get it through to them the benefits is so difficult , but I,ll try , all your other comments are so true on every count

[@jimclaire7996]

An informative video. I almost want to jump on a plane and stay in Thailand. I did visit once and loved the trip. I did like the food. The weather, even in December, was very hot and very, very humid. Communication was a problem. I am retired military and i was about 55 at the time. You seem to have learned to speak some of the language. Respect for the elders was great. Great video thanks for sharing.

[@darylrowland5109]

Fantastic video spot on with the likes and dislikes so jealous starting to get close to the silly season and work is doing my head in thanks for the video it’s good for the head thanks heaps and take care daz

[@notime2bsad]

Your welcome

[@rd1965a]

I agree with you on the noise pollution. I am also not a fan big crowds. Stress free - Sabai, sabai... Never too much beer! lol Thanks for sharing Chuck and Paige and Fong.

[@daque1960]

Another 👍🏻. I’m working on getting over there in a couple years after I get down to a reasonable weight and save up some airfare. All the best to you Paige and the whole family.

[@billyboontum3888]

Happy one year anniversary

[@sdushdiu]

Thank you!

[@travlling]

Nice video, thanks Chuck!

[@paulmcguire3789]

I always enjoy your video's. I have been considering moving there, tired of the cold weather.

[@markandblitz5055]

Outstanding video, subscribed, I may be moving there.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@samj0nes124]

This is me again chuck !! Love your videos and been watching them everyday now. Wish to meet you and your lovely wife when we visit Phuket. Although I’m not sure how far is Phuket from your town..

[@notime2bsad]

Hello again Sam enjoy your time in Phuket. It is beautiful there, an island of itself really. Hope you get to discover Thailand. We are 45 min from Bangkok lol. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3bOYaGPpJxjd8U

[@adventuresfloridatothailan5217]

Happy Holidays CHuck,Paige, family & friends. I will be in Thailand in January for 3 months checking out as much as possible. I do plan on moving there in 1-2 years. Hope to meet up with you & Paige. I done a lot of research & have a couple thai friends & I totally agree with your like & dislike lists. I would love to check out the community that Brian lives. What is the name?

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Phil he lives in Tropicana, in Cha Am

[@jerrybthailand]

I’ve enjoyed following your first year here. Not sure I will be able to agree with u about loving the weather. Now is wonderful, come May perhaps not so. Looking forward to your year two, and my full year one. Thailand is great and love living here, but there’s a long way to go before having an honest understanding of life in Bangkok. Here’s to a great 2018!

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Jerry for following us. BANGKOK is always too hot.

[@patrickds2568]

I fell in love with Thailand the first time I went there. I love their simple way of life.

[@notime2bsad]

I agree.

[@steveblake0704]

Hi Chuck - Steve here. Arrived in Bangkok last Sunday 3/12/17 for a three month stay. Living with my Thai girlfriend and her son this time instead of a hotel. Trying to live stress free like you and Paige and getting to know Thailand and its people. Hope to come to the same conclusion as you in time. Keep up the vlogs as they are giving me a great insight to living here. 👍🍺

[@notime2bsad]

Great Steve.. Thanks!

[@janimossefinn5359]

Thank you Chuck. Cant wait to come down there to live.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Jan

[@osmanyegin]

Wow great video! thank you

[@davehoover8853]

I like what you have taken away from your first year in Thailand. People, food, respect and culture - you do not find that in the West so good choice. Keep up the biking and enjoy!

[@SA-tk3hf]

thank you for your time!! so relax what about insuline is it expensive for foreigners?

[@udonword4583]

Good vlog Chuck :-) agree with u a lot

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks for enjoying

[@steves5346]

i was having a ribeye steak from canada at the beginning but i understand your beef plight chuck. all good points.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@TheWaterman1000]

Great videos you put out. Look into ketogentic diet. I've been on it and so far lost 80lbs. All my numbers are good. looking to visit Thailand soon and trying to learn some thi.. Practice on my local take out here in the Island.

[@notime2bsad]

don't loose too much Thai women prefer chubby men.

[@TheWaterman1000]

I know what you mean. Many women here In Hi feel the same. I think it's called the Teddy bear syndrome 😇

[@kevinandgemma7740]

Enjoying all your videos Chuck and Paige.. Like to know what your main camera is.

[@notime2bsad]

Gopro 4 and 5

[@702cadi]

Hello nice info I’m just looking to do 90 day visa at a time. Who is your wife’s friend she looks like a good person

[@randymac3256]

From one Texan to another...…….. Good video my man.....

[@Winterstick549]

The meat from that street kitchen was alive that morning. Beef is crappy, but I sure love that duck!

[@pjetenere1]

I have spent a bit of time all over Thailand,, I "totally agree" with every point you raised, positive and negative, but thats what I liked about the country.. Fast food is a serious problem..

[@dleger1969]

Happy Anniversary for your 1year anniversary, How far are you from Chaing Mai ? I will be in Chaing Mai for a month .

[@notime2bsad]

Pretty far maybe a 12hour drive. We are in That Phanom

[@BobbyDazzler888]

Spot on. You read my mind.

[@darryl.c7972]

Don't know why you would have 5 thumbs down, everything you said is absolutely true.

[@notime2bsad]

They are just my personal likes and don't likes. I guess some don't like my taste.

[@MisterMitchMM]

Thank You Chuck and Paige for an adventurous year. Looking forward to 2018.

[@watermeloncaviar5959]

Im glad i came across your video you look happy man enjoy your life sir

[@illbill645]

Thinking about coming back to Thailand in April. I want to get you some fishing stuff but not sure what you like or need. Can you please give me some ideas? Lures, line, rod and reel and etc...?

[@notime2bsad]

Wow Bill Thanks. I am not sure either. It seems the stuff I brought doesn't work. Maybe this year I can get a better Idea.

[@paulbade131]

Howdy fellow falang. I'm no expert, but I can tell you the Only good steak I've ever found, in the land of smiles, is at a Sizzler. We used to have them, here in Jersey, but haven't seen them anymore. They have a small, decent salad bar too. Believe me, if you are craving a big chunk of juicy beef, and a tater, it will satisfy your craving. ($10-12) I met my wife of 13 yrs there. When I get back, asap, it will probably be for an extended time. I will look you up, if you don't mind. Good video. You nailed it, I especially about respect to elders and you don't have to be 80. Before social media, if someone called you names, you could smack them in the head and they would stop, lol. Sadly it has gone out the window, real fast here. Thai's love their country too, I think you mentioned it. Also lost in the USA. It's sad that I've seen some younger Thai's think it's cool to be like Americans and high five in leu of the Wai. Fast food is popping up there too, contributing to obesity.(( Take care, hopefully we'll talk over some beers soon. Paul

[@nelsonrodriguez1065]

great info look to visit

[@TheThaistyleusa]

Nice video Chuck.

[@danman1287]

Regarding HC in your video i thought i give you an update on the independent insurance mkt for Harris County Houston TX 2018. This is the insurance market if your are self employed or employed but the employer does not sponsor a HC plan. I am going to try to simply and not make it out like I am an insurance agent. Cost r specific to avg nonsmoking no dependent 50-51 yo. I'll just list the best value (from cursory view). High deductible plan: $400 per mo + $6400 annual deductible (cover 60-65% of cost after deductible). Higher premium plan: $570/mo $675 deductible (covers higher % than previous after deductible). It only goes up from here to $880 per mo zero deductible (covering even higher % of cost than the two previous plans after deductible). I don't know about anyone else but these r the no insurance insurance plans. Don't assume you will get access to a particular doctor either. ALSO, the payments are in AFTER TAX dollars where as the employer sponsored plans are subsidized by the employer and the govt in pre tax dollars. I have a friend 51 yo in Biloxi MS his cheapest premium quote was $780/mo + $6500 deductible (again this is not specific to him but to a 51yo). Time to head to Thailand. I wonder if anyone has any good advice transporting a senior cat to Thailand from the states.

[@Bhatmann]

Dan ---- The forms are on the consulate website, I know for dogs there are 2 forms to fill out: one for Vet and one for USDA. There are a few KZbin videos on the subject: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2mqfGuerZiWas0 Good luck,

[@danman1287]

Fidelity Quester thx

[@traciluv2739]

You mention driving, I recently read that Thailand is now the number one traffic fatalities in the world.

[@notime2bsad]

Wouldn't surprise me

[@jaycee167]

It has always been that way. It is just more reported and documented now because of computerization.

[@R0yL33]

You have a great attitude Chuck. I agree about the fatties and the loud motorbikes get on my nerves as well. Watch out for the formalin in some food ...actually , maybe that is what is preserving you.

[@jaredmyers4863]

I really enjoy your videos.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@johnedwards5600]

Jared Myers .caa

[@RollingThunder808]

I heard the moped or car pulling out has the right of way. You have to slow down and let them in. That seems to be a good idea to avoid people tail gating.

[@MisterMitchMM]

2017 sure went by quick

[@craigross341]

I can't pay European prices for accommodation any more. I've just booked my summer in Thailand - £374 return from the UK with short stopovers! - because I've been spoiled. Nice studio flats for £100 a month can't be beaten.

[@pattayanewbie5075]

where did you get these prices buddy!

[@craigross341]

Skyscanner. I put in Glasgow, but checked the box for "nearby airports", which always chucks out really competitive Edinburgh departures. It might be worth using an incognito window after clearing all cookies and history. I got £403-50 in 2016 with Qatar, and summer 2018 is Turkish Airlines with a short stopover in Istanbul. I didn't think I'd ever beat £403. As for the accommodation that's everywhere if you shlep about, look cheap and speak a little bit of Thai. The Santipran Place in Udon, and the Pikul in Nong Khai, have both given me (pretty much) monthly rates for a six week stay. Mind you, I'm cheap. Pretty much all over Thailand outside of the expensive places it's 350 baht or thereabouts a night, so if you want to travel around thirty days at 350 would only be 10,500 rather than (say) 5,500. Five thousand baht isn't much to spend to be mobile. I don't do it because I can't be bothered, have to join a gym or I fall apart and take the view that if you've seen one Wat you've seen them all.

[@paticake3213]

Good video. Did you know it's snowing in Texas?

[@notime2bsad]

Yes all my friends show me on FB. Most dangerous time on the road there is texting and driving in the snow. Glad i am here.

[@brihanwoolman2217]

Thanks Chuck/Paige. Enjoyed ALL your videos, even though I am Thai (with American wife) living here in the States (Ohio), I still learn few things from your perspective on life in BKK, and very encouraging. Our goal is to be where you both are in BKK in 2019. My wife is apprehensive of living in BKK, but the last benefit you mentioned, she will see and experience when she there. She been to BKK before while on vacation. Also liked Paige’s Destin, FL t-shirt. We vacation in FL a lot on our small camper including Destin. โชคดีปีไหม้ครับ ๒๐๑๙

[@georgeliss4015]

18:50 "Squirrel!!!" are you starting KZbin drama with 20 Seconds in Thailand?? LOL

[@notime2bsad]

No thanks. It was actually a squirrel. I have enough of my own distractions. Like forgeting number 3 of this video. (cost of living)

[@graemehughes2834]

I'm on the drugs question: I have to use Diazepam minimum of 5mg 3 times a day! What is the procedure? I have muscle spasm and anxiety. I have no problems getting references from my doctor/s. I like the quiet spot where you showed your apartment! I would love that gated area! What do you say about getting that medication!?

[@graemehughes2834]

@@wikunda I will definitely do that!! I would freak out either way if I don't have them on hand and having scripts when traveling is HARD CORE ESSENTIAL! Or they could lock me up in a filthy cell where I would have a seizure and die!

[@JohnMiller-ex5ok]

Well said Mate!!!

[@G-Tay]

Could not have said it better myself, likes & dislikes are very similar. Looking forward to your vids in 2018.

[@maxdevy5536]

You do a great Vlog, how did you stay in Thailand so long, is it a special visa? I would like to live in Thailand to retire from Brisbane Australia.

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks. Marriage Type 0 1year visa.

[@jaycee167]

If you are over 50 you can get a retirement visa without being married.

[@allenyu4054]

another nice video

[@graemehughes2834]

I'm 49 50 in October! I don't drink or do drugs and yeah I hate the party crowd too! Yeah noise kills my old head too. And all that goes with aging. I am an Aussie looking to be in a country that's happy! And cheap! It's become a JOKE to rent in Australia. And I want to get away from Australia for a good while!! Great videos

[@Nautilus1972]

I'm living here 1 years and the only reason I stay is because my children are Thai and I have to teach here to get them into the same school. The situation generally is getting worse here though. If you're going to move here, lower your expectations greatly, on everything.

[@keytopic4578]

I am with you on the noise, crowds and all that can get a little overwhelming, the air pollution can get to be a real health issue. Most times I travel to SE Asia - resp infection... Neighbors, and dealing with Thai locals... you got that right - you do NOT WANT to create a confrontation, and best to be humble, or bite down hard on your tongue. I hear many stories when fools in bars and girls flirting with the Foreigner - even a skilled big tough US Marine...> get tossed into a dumpster, or plain shot. Really really good sharing about how this experience has made you grow Chuck, better diet, food, and just self caring - this is exactly what my goal encompasses. And man, I gotta agree with the situation here in USA - people have degraded to selfish detached zombies ! Kids are half rotten here... well besides mine - 555 Well plus I just met an apparently wonderful Thai lady online, so plans have begun ;-) Thanks for sharing with us , Scott and son

[@brianoatley2516]

nice one Chuck

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Brian

[@pebatravels7386]

Well said all the way !

[@craigvietor6891]

did you have to open a bank account at the bkk bank in the usa , heard you say some thing about it just need more info thx

[@notime2bsad]

No. www.bangkokbank.com/BangkokBank/PersonalBanking/DailyBanking/TransferingFunds/TransferringIntoThailand/ReceivingFundsfromUSA/Pages/ReceivingFundsfromUSA.aspx