Dr....just a tip. Catching the Bus from the airport which goes through all beaches to Rawai...100 Bhatt. Great money saver, the depot at the airport is hidden to the far right of the domestic terminal (where the cabs all are sitting). Its called THE PHUKET SMART BUS, no tourists know about this transport....it is a Mercedes air-conditioned medium sized bus with...free WIFI in it. A luxury ride, will drop you at any beach. Bonus....you can catch it back to the airport as well until 10.30 pm, it comes every hour. The station at Patong is in front of the Patong Beach Police station (for going back to the airport). This bus service has saved me heaps.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve, thanks for the tip and you are 100% right! I was actually saving this tidbit for a video about coming to Phuket! LOL Hopefully you'll check that one out next week! Cheers Mate * are you still living here?
@stevekostakis29832 жыл бұрын
@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean I dont live there but I have been to Phuket before.
@peaceom7772 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@rogerjunior306 Жыл бұрын
*LOL! GREAT iNTRO!* THANKS!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate the compliment Cheers 🥂
@dealerslicenseops2 жыл бұрын
Great video! These videos have given me a lot of insight as i'm about to make the jump here in two weeks to live in Thailand.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sweet man I hope if you get here you look me up let's go for a beer!!! Cheers Mate 🍺🍺🍺🍺
@RogerShortVideos3 ай бұрын
Hey brother! Thank you so much for this video! My name is Roger Hunnell my wives name is Amber we are putting together a 2 to 3 year plan to move to Phuket Thailand we are gonna buy a house there and retire out but I’m 34 and my wife is 44 we wanna meet some people that already live there before we come over the next 2 to 3 years and we will be coming there to visit as many times as we can over the next 2 to 3 years before we move there.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean3 ай бұрын
Hey Roger that's awesome mate Listen feel free to add me to Facebook Send me a message Mark Sabean If you have any questions Cheers mate 🍻
@beglarz2 жыл бұрын
Planning on visiting Thailand, appreciate all these tips. I've never traveled overseas and I am still very hesitant and nervous about traveling alone. Will continue watching to improve my confidence when I finally decide to come. Cheers buddy 👍
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Lose the fear my friend and just do it before it is a distant regret! Trust me, people here are so friendly that you never feel alone! If you make it, hit me up we'll grad a beer! Cheers Mate
@beglarz2 жыл бұрын
@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean see you in September!
@lkabong5529 Жыл бұрын
It's great to hear you say that they have sizes that fit people who are over 6 feet tall. It wasn't the case when I visited in 2018. I'll definitely be packing less clothes based on your recommendation. Thanks!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
It's one of the best ways to save and make traveling easier!!! Cheers Mate 🍺
@timothyrowley63062 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark like your videos I've seen so far. Am new to your vid's so catching up with few hours at a time. I have Thai GF (over 2 yrs) and living together in UK. We are coming to Phuket 28th Sept for 4 weeks then may be Hua Hin or Pattaya for 3 weeks. We hope to be living in Thailand by the end of next year after setting up and preparing properly. I've been all round Europe and lived in Middle East for 7 years and am so looking forward to Asia. Keep the videos coming !!!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Timothy hopefully we can meet up for a beer Cheers Mate thanks for watching!
@timothyrowley63062 жыл бұрын
@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Mark that would be great, will be in touch when settled in Phuket.
@gregoryadams7232 жыл бұрын
Great advice. Hope to meet you some day.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate the comment! Look me up when ya get here! Cheers Mate
@nigelbaker27172 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark! When I had need for suits etc (many years ago), I used to come here with a bag. I'd order my shirts, suits and even hand made shoes. I'd buy a suitcase or two and fill them. Over the years, ended up with enough cases to open a bloody shop! 🤣
@marksametz14322 жыл бұрын
Great advice Dr Sabean…. I agree Bolt is good though during rush hour you might have several cancellations before a keeper. // Let me recommend that you add a small LED light atop your camera cause half your foreground portrait setups with pool in background appear almost as dark as a silhouette. // Keep rollin’ Dr Sabean, you’re doing a good job - eh?!!!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the tip! I wasn't happy with that clip, but I was too tired to redo it. I won't shoot from that exact location again! Hope the rest was well lit! Thanks again for the constructive criticism I honestly appreciate it Cheers Mate!
@marksametz14322 жыл бұрын
Yup, it’s those little things that make the difference. I am always going to school…
@jasonsouthway74072 жыл бұрын
i love your videos mate and you are convincing me to pack my bags and head to tailand within the next year when i can sort some money out i love your honesty and your banter and your tightness you are right up my street as a fellow human being and you always make me laugh with grate gratitude for all the knowledge you pass on from jason from wales in the uk.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Wow Jason thanks for the awesome compliments dude that's incredible! Glad you glad you appreciate my humor lol Cheers mate hopefully when you get here we can meet up for a beer or two 🍺!!!
@doggnamedchip2 жыл бұрын
Good tip about not packing too much, but Im bringing half empty suitcase to bring back home all the stuff I'll buy!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Tip! Thanks
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Brother you'll likely not buy anything here to take home,,,,, unless you're coming for a specific item! Cheers
@seancampbell5452 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the advice! Just spent a month in Thailand and I know I overpaid for rides in Phuket. ATM fee's are a joke plus my own bank fee's from the U.S. Coming back in October. Keep up the great content. I owe you another beer! Thx Doc
@onesri61082 жыл бұрын
Can I contact you to get more information?
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks Sean, I'll still be here living my best life! Cheers!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sure you can add me to LINE ID TRAVELGUY1844 EMAIL TASTYTRAVELS4U@GMAIL.COM On Facebook Mark Sabean Cheers
@silverfox68832 жыл бұрын
Bring ca$h …
@DonPlaton2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Thank you Mark. Aonter question I've never seen addresses is how to pay a fine (bribe). I've heard you just put the money down with your licnce and look away.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
There are a couple different ways to do it. That is one, also when they give you the ticket, you put a couple hundred baht in the paper for the fine hand it back and say something is wrong on it. Some times they will get you to go to their bike and put it in the storage holder. LOL Inventive! Cheers Mate Thanks for watching!
@travellolo2 жыл бұрын
If you are traveling to Southeast Asia take western type over the counter medecines. NYQUIL capsules, Immodium, Aleve and Tylenol. Also, make sure you always have small bills with you as taxi and Grab drivers will not like large bills.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Great advice luckily enough you can get Tylenol pretty easy here as for the grab drivers it is terrible because they'll come and they have no change and they wind up leaving with your money all the time Lol . It's the number one reason I use food Panda to be honest with you Cheers
@joeshugabowski14442 жыл бұрын
Can't you report grab driver and give him 1 star?
@robertflint2549 Жыл бұрын
'Mai ao khap' is also useful, Mark, if you don't want to be over bothered by street vendors. They always walk away when they hear that.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert I'll give that a try,,,, Cheers Mate 🍻 Thanks for watching and commenting
@auntiesemite9295 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. Do you know if Phuket living is similar to Chiang Mai living in terms of prices, Bolt taxi services etc? As far as the clothing, I'm over 6 ft (183 cm) and workout regularly. In North America I'm a L or XL shirt, depending on manufacturer but when I was in europe even 4XL was small and in china, forget about it. So I suggest if you are larger, bring enough to get by in case.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
And the cost of living in Chiang Mai is actually cheaper than Phuket there's no question about that rents are lower taxis or cheaper took tooks are cheaper everything seems to be cheaper even the street food... Considering Chiang Mai is a fairly large city buying clothing for someone your height is not going to be a problem plus to be honest with you if you're coming here to live brother get your clothes handmade
@danielyee14232 жыл бұрын
Appreciate all the practical advice. I really enjoy your videos .
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching I really appreciate it! If there is anything you would like me to do a video on please let me know! Cheers
@keithlorren8258 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kieth I hope you got something out of it Cheers Mate 🍻
@silverfox68832 жыл бұрын
Invest in some quality tailored shorts for 2200 baht for 2 pairs. They fit and look so much better than cheap shorts and are much more comfortable. You always get what you pay for …
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sage advice my friend! I'm actually doing a video next week about getting custom tailored shirts made here and perhaps I will get a pair of shorts! Cheers
@rishiout52332 жыл бұрын
That’s a good shout sir get zips put into em for good measure 📏
@joeshugabowski14442 жыл бұрын
Tailored shorts? Never heard of that before, what material ? Adidas, nike, rip curl, quicksilver style...
@rishiout52332 жыл бұрын
@@joeshugabowski1444 chinos or jeans
@jameskelly92432 жыл бұрын
Great idea about the food spice'sy gut hasn't been the same some the 70s.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Lol luckily enough I have a steel made of stomach so I can handle really spicy the only thing I can't handle is green curry green curry absolutely destroys me. Cheers Thanks for watching
@tomm.62652 жыл бұрын
Bolt is awesome use then all the time
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
💯 Cheers Mate
@edwardtankard28792 жыл бұрын
Good job I will be there in APRIL
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sweet Beers will be on me! Cheers Mate 🍺
@davidwilliams7552 Жыл бұрын
Yep, I like spicy foods by Aussie standards but often cant eat some of the mega spicy foods my thai friends cook!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
Hey David yes it can be crazy how spicy they cook some dishes I can handle it to a degree Cheers Mate Thanks for watching and commenting
@kingsatyrx2 жыл бұрын
I think it depends upon where in Thailand you are. For example, Bolt is great in Pattaya but in Bangkok they never show!
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
True King! This video is centric to Phuket sorry I should have stayed that Cheers Thanks for watching and commenting!!!!
@wajang10002 жыл бұрын
I came across your channel and subscribed, not because I have any interest in Thailand per se, but because I have come across many identical circumstances and experiences in the Dominican Republic - girlfriend scams, other scams, corrupt cops, everyone expecting to be paid for doing the slightest thing, attempts to suck you dry of your finances, etc etc.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sadly people prey on people everywhere............ Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers
@muzungu96252 жыл бұрын
DR is next level scamming, TH is tame in comparison
@jackthrt32 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm saving this
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Cheers
@joenewontheblock24042 жыл бұрын
For US size XL is eazy to find t-shirts ? And snickers and slippers size US 14? Thanks! Made me get there ASAP! 🍻🍻 Thanks
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Yeah extra large is not that hard probably I would go with XXL here For sandals though I'm honestly not sure but next time I'm at the shop I'll check it out for you... Cheers Joe
@AwakenIndigos2 жыл бұрын
Correct! Bolt is very good
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Gotta love Bolt!!!
@trungpham97632 жыл бұрын
Grab app is good in my country (vietnam) but yes I agree in Thailand, always use Bolt app 👌🏻
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
It is great up in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.. Sadly not so here on Phuket! Cheers Mate Thanks for watching
@RealEasyThaiTV10 ай бұрын
Hello, do you know some farang tourist guides(Legal ones) ?
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean10 ай бұрын
Hey man I know the absolute best,,,, A guy from Kazakhstan, Anton He is amazing If you want his information send me a Facebook friend request or a Messenger chat request MARK SABEAN
@RealEasyThaiTV10 ай бұрын
@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean request sent - Wosa Peter. Btw Eric from Monkey bar Patong told me about your channel.
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean10 ай бұрын
Hey Mate that's awesome I was at Eric's bad just last week Cheers Mate I'll go look for your request Happy New Year
@liveandlearnwithmike2 жыл бұрын
Great video....thank you
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Thanks for watching! Cheers
@DavidAlgie2 жыл бұрын
Nit noi, thankyou 😀
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Welcome 😊
@GaryGaryGary8102 жыл бұрын
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the compliment! Hopefully you'll catch my next video on this subject coming this week! Cheers Thanks for watching
@wills97326 ай бұрын
What does having a Charles Schwab account have to do with the ATM machines in Thailand? Is it fair to assume that they are free and all over the place?
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean6 ай бұрын
Charles Schwab has an account that allows free withdrawals anywhere in works and reimbursement for ATM fees.... Great deal if you can get one Cheers mate 🍻
@wills97326 ай бұрын
Good to know. I have a Scwab account wonder if it has that option will need to check out. Your Channel is great dude. @@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean6 ай бұрын
Thanks mate I appreciate that Have a blessed day
@DavidAlgie2 жыл бұрын
Hey Mark 😀
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mate!
@Funk-That2 жыл бұрын
Another "Thumbs Up" for not saying those 3 words again !! Keep it up :-)))))
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
LOL You're killing me! I give you a shoutout in one of the videos when i say it! LOL Cheers Mate!
@HHENRIK292 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cheers!
@mikebenge2853 Жыл бұрын
Can I find 3x or 3x shirts?
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
You can but I'll admit it's not super easy you might find it a lot easier and cheaper to have them custom made here
@usaalldaway66982 жыл бұрын
👍
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thumbs-up Cheers
@bigisnjr2 жыл бұрын
So, what does it cost you to live there monthly? What a accomodations? Hotel?
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
I've actually done a bunch of different videos on my cost of living I am preparing another one here for the end of August so hopefully you will catch some of my old ones and check out my newest one coming Cheers
@dannyho67862 жыл бұрын
not feeling the giggling in the backround
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
Sorry Danny I told them to shut the F up but,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Cheers Mate
@leebrit2903 Жыл бұрын
But me like Jango pops
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
Lol Ok
@BCBTC20122 жыл бұрын
hahahah not spicy hahah so funny
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean2 жыл бұрын
It is so true! Most important phrase you'll learn Cheers Mate
@johnmycroft3065 Жыл бұрын
I will pack nap sack and carry on thats it :)
@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Жыл бұрын
I'll be honest with you John it is the most relaxing stress-free way to live...