6 Months Living In Thailand - My Experience & WHY I LEFT

After living in Thailand for 6 months, I've ended up coming home. I'll detail my experiences, lessons I've learnt and mistakes you should avoid when coming to Thailand. Also detailing why I have decided to come back to the UK.
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0:00 Intro
0:38 Thailand Isn't Cheap
3:14 Addiction To Attention
9:44 It's OK To Do Nothing
11:48 Heart On Your Sleeve
16:09 Tip Accordingly
21:32 Learning Thai
27:54 Why I Left Thailand
35:54 My KZbin Revenue
38:21 The Future
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[@TravelGlitch]

Lastly, Merry Christmas everyone, and hope that 2024 brings you all the blessings ❤👊

[@jm-is4cr]

i get what you mean ,i once went to play golf in thailand and put my clubs at a golf club and never played a hole but got alot of holes in one ,wink wink .picked the clubs up 6 months later

[@user-nl9me3er7w]

You would probably do better in Chaing Mai or Bangkok. I wonder how the adjustment to your normal life will be.

[@globalismoblackman]

Lol Hahaha, I didn't see you, I was there for 3 week in Dec - Jan 2024. #Pattaya #Bangkok. I was all about the Thai food in the food courts 👌. As for the Thai women I didn't get drag in to the honey trap game. Its their job to lure you in to part with your cash drinking its your strong will to just smile chat with them and walk away.

[@gsomethingsomething2658]

I'm really looking forward to the video you mentioned you might make regarding growing a KZbin channel quickly!

[@WillSmith-hl3ct]

this dude went to Thailand and fucked his brains out, this video is him telling every1 to have self control lol

[@danielgareau2836]

The issue here isn't Thailand not being as cheap as we think...it's about personal self-control. I'm not a bar fly (at almost 61, not looking for love) and if I budget for one or two more expensive western meals per week while having local food the rest of the time (which is probably healthier for you anyway) I'll stick to it. I still think it's reasonable to live in Thailand reasonably well for $1,000 a month and like a king for $2,000 a month. Now if someone wastes their money on girls and booze then it's a whole different story.

[@TravelGlitch]

Very true! Similar to what I said in the video

[@kohtime]

@@TravelGlitchapart from insinuating that a lack of discipline is inherent in most and that it was kinda inevitable! To be fair mate as a personal trainer you kinda shot yourself in the foot! U came on and said I failed here, here and here but it’s likely u will too! Telling people they should adapt their budget for a lack of discipline rather than be more disciplined! You basically showed a complete lack of discipline in most elements of your life! Food, drink women! All got the better of you! Honestly mate, sort it out! U were on to a winner and u have let yourself down! I’m sorry but I can’t hide my disappointment! Fuck sake man! U had it made! Me and the Mrs were watching and said, oh shit he is fucking up! It was obvious you were going off track and you didn’t self correct! You’re young and these things happen but don’t avoid accountability. Self examination is the corner stone of growth and you need to reflect on where it went wrong rather than give yourself excuses! All the best to You mate, hope this doesn’t come across as too harsh but really I wanted and expected more from you. Take care mate.

[@mambocollective]

Completly agree. As I was listening to this bit of the video my mind immediatly was saying "this is just a lack of any sort of self-control and 'being on holiday syndrome'". If you're actually living in a place you ashouldn't have this mentality.

[@user-qx2zw8hu1z]

The girls can see a sucker coming a mile away....😂

[@Dick_Justice_304]

This.

[@royxrp1510]

To be honest, i just moved to Thailand. Stayed in Koh Samui, Phuket and now Pataya. Me and the Mrs. Are going by just fine on about 1500 per month. And that's even without long term rental prices. Dont waste your money here on the hookers and booze. Just use the environment, nice weather and beautiful beaches to relax so you can come back home and work again.

[@EpicCouchPotatoes]

Hi, can u tell me which Visa you are using? At the moment I only find visa not working for me.

[@user-gi5nv3br6m]

you wanted to, dont lie

[@daveclark3337]

Wow! When I saw you’ve left Thailand my jaw dropped! I think a lot of the issues are location and mind set. I lived in Spain in my 20s and got the majority of the partying out of my system. So, going to Thailand in my 30s, I wasn’t interested in the bars, and also I lived in Chiang mai which is worlds apart from somewhere like Pattaya. So I had a lovely relaxed time with no issues regarding productivity and spending. Anyway mate, you seem like a really nice guy so I genuinely hope you achieve everything you want to achieve. You’re a good content creator, highlighted by the fact I watched the entire 40 mins !! Regards mate, David :)

[@TravelGlitch]

Hey David, thanks for your nice comment, all the best 🙏

[@tomv7986]

Years ago I spend nearly 2 years in Bangkok. It was a lot of fun, but I can relate to many things raised in this video. I decided to leave and move to another country because I felt a certain void after a while. I have never been into alcohol, bars and shallow conversations in broken English. There still are plenty of great places to go to in Thailand (especially Bangkok). What was missing for me was a more productive life/work opportunities and a more western wage. I still love going to Thailand. My father has a place in the sticks. Nothing beats reading books in a junge setting and spotting a snake at 6 am, but I definitely do not miss that bar crowd.

[@tedm4932]

Man , this really good info for sure ! Thank you for sharing your experiences. Very interesting to watch !!! Thank you !!!!

[@Deadfoot-Dan]

Thanks for the link to your tutor, am going to do this for sure before I head over there next month. Great advice all around, start to finish.

[@RoaringJaguar]

Exxcellence video! Very well put together and great advice. Thank you so much for this.

[@jimmyonthemove]

Great video, bro! Appreciate the advice from the perspective having lived there. Just came back from my first trip to Thailand and loved it enough to want to return more often. Cheers!

[@jayjay301269]

Thanks for this. This is one of the most brilliant, sensible posts for anyone who wants to live/retire in Thailand. Really top advice 👍

[@Messyhit]

I doff my cap to you lasting so long in Pattaya. After 4 days I’m done with the constant noise and bright lights. It’s good to get over jet lag on arrival from the uk, after that I head to Hua Hin. I don’t do bars on a nightly basis but I find Hua Hin has everything just in smaller doses. Feels a bit more Thai to me than Pattaya or Phuket. Spent some time in Ubon Ratchathani aswell, now that’s one chilled and relaxed city.

[@RetiredDuke]

Great video. I see so many videos that say Thailand is all rainbows and unicorns. Very few people talk about the down side of living there. Thanks for the honesty.

[@sharonla8071]

I've watched lots and lots of videos about Thailand and spent a month there in 2022. This is one of the best videos I've seen about Thailand. Unfortunately, it's unlikely that the very people who would benefit from your warnings will take them seriously. I traveled alone for part of my trip, and as a senior, I had no problem spending evenings in my hotel room watching Netflix but I can see how that would be more difficult for young people. It's surprisingly easy to blow through a lot of money in Thailand.

[@williamtorres4820]

Totally agree, I blew over $3000 Australian dollars in 7 days in Phuket. Meeting new people, Island hopping and shouting drinks. I couldn't even imagine what 6 months would look like. Top advice lad. 👍

[@roygoad2870]

For me I like having a relationship with a girlfriend, if only for companionship. But to meet one in Thailand is not easy, avoid the bars, clubs etc. Massage shops can be a better option, get a foot massage and you have the opportunity to have a conversation. Or chatting to shop girls whatever. Eventually you will find a suitable girl you want to be with!

[@FlyingDressStThomas]

Thanks for being so transparent. I’m sure your not the only one whose gone through it.

[@johnkies1189]

good on you for having the discipline to pull yourself out of distractions to focus on what you want

[@jaylinn416]

Thanks for this honest review. This was very entertaining, almost hilarious, while being so informative.

[@s_k12]

Great advice, you certainly add a different perspective.

[@johnnymackharvey3453]

I like that, you don't have to do nothing and it's okay, save money, nobody is hating im cool 😎, kool.

[@gsomethingsomething2658]

A very thoughtful, useful video. Nice one.

[@sanoush100]

Excellent advice! Thank you!!

[@NinaNam]

I LOVE UR HONESTY THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@TravelGlitch]

🙏

[@adrianmagearu5411]

thanks for your content, I've just discovered you're channel and now I wanna see your next channel about YT!

[@lunarsoulz]

Exactly how I feel. My Cousin has been living in Thailand for a few years and every time I come, he and his friends is always pressuring me to go to this bar or that club or get with this girl or that. I am in my 30s, I am not a Bar guy anymore. His life, is not my life. Their is this mentality where some people cant leave others alone, where they pressure you to think and act like them. Im not him, I like my life the way it is, I like being productive and being less distracted. I am happy. But if im not hitting the bars all the time, then im "boring" or "miserable". What really makes me unhappy is being pushed to live someone else's life. Ive been to Thailand lots of times, that I am out of that "Vacation mode", when im here I also want a balance where I am living like a normal person, who is productive, budgets, and aims for better relationships. And sometimes I just want to hide in my place and get work done, and on the weekend ill go out. Is that wrong? Ive learned to accept that my life in Canada isint that bad. And if you want to actually LIVE in Thailand like a normal person, you cant treat it like a Vacation 7 days a week. Some people are just jaded with their Western lives and get sucked into this "mirage", where the grass is always greener in Thailand or elsewhere. Once the "honeymoon" wears off, you will encounter cons of being there.

[@Carolina480]

Well said yu are a man of integrity one of a few because most men have the mentally of bang as many girls even though yu are still young my respects for yu yu are making a wise decision yu won’t have all those problems with partying and throwing money at women for nothing because pleasure it’s only minutes afterwards yu end up broke and messed up ggod blessings to you

[@marksallai2289]

I am not a big bar person or drinker any more and would only do it on occasions and of cause there are the girls - I would enjoy the food and other things Thailand has to offer and I enjoy the peace and quiet back at apartment - I never get lonely oddly enough even in the west I find something to do always - I think I would be very happy in Thailand 3 Months or so at a time

[@globalismoblackman]

Some dudes are just one trick pony nothing else wire's their brain just chasing the box 📦 of Bar Girls in Asia. There is more to Asia than chasing 'cute' chick's.

[@lifeasithappens]

Brother you nailed it 100% I’ve been here in Thailand 3 years and everything you said is spot on, be careful what you wish for there are pros but a lot more cons come see for yourself

[@eQuariuz]

@@Carolina480 He could bang attractive women and still be a man of integrity.

[@nightrunnernightrunner2474]

Great vid and info worth gold

[@aamcgarr]

Good stuff.. Planning on a few months every winter.. Great advice

[@swordfish1120]

Sorry to hear you're ending this channel. I hope you will keep these Thai travel vids online. You did a nice job with these vids. 👍🏽

[@ipadnl7367]

This video is spot and to lots of it I can relate too. Speaking of the dopamine rush. I actually have a note in my phone just to remind me… I understand this channels has run its course though I’m gonna miss your videos. I liked your take on things. Very interested though in your take on how to grow fast on KZbin. Definitely hope you’ll make that videos. Cheers and good luck

[@martinpowell5769]

Two words - SELF DISCIPLINE and everyone thinking of moving and living in Thailand should know this before they go, if you can do this - then there won’t be any problems whatsoever. All you need to do is try an extended holiday before you move, say perhaps 4-6 weeks- then you will know if you can do this. I’ve visited Thailand on 32 occasions since 2005, averaging around 10-14 days each time and to be honest I’m sick of drinking after about a week - so if I make the move in alittle over two years, I know for a fact that I don’t want to be drinking day in day out. I really can’t believe you’ve returned to the UK where it’s going to cost you far more to live😧

[@TravelGlitch]

True! And fortunately I can move in with my mum again (not ideal) which works out cheaper than Thailand, just boring although I need that 😅

[@martinpowell5769]

You & your family have a great Christmas 🎄 & peaceful New Year- we will miss your vlogs from Thailand 😟

[@barney2165]

I think you meant in two weeks. I agree. Bar girl bars are for tourists or old expats w big retirements. Anyway it’s boring. Or go to a real Thai soi dive bar for normal bar experience

[@ascendant95]

Can you comment on the off season in a place like Pattaya? I'm coming on June 1st for a few months and want to spend most of my time in Pattaya while maybe spending 1 week in Phuket, Chiang Mai, etc. Is it a good move or a bad move to go in the off season? I'm not going to lie I'm gonna do some things with women I would never do in the west (hint: freelancers).

[@alanjohn9789]

​@@ascendant95 Each to their own mate... just take care and plenty of money you can afford.

[@JavierLopez-jm7nd]

Great Video many thanks 🙏 Mate. I been to Pattaya many times myself actually I’m coming back tomorrow to celebrate out there New Year’s Eve . Pattaya is a wonderful place but I totally get that is full of temptations and distractions as well. If you live permanently there you must have self discipline and keep it real otherwise can be a very toxic and addictive environment. And of course not to mention the financial implications as well. Hope to see you will keep the channel on and I wish you all the best for the coming year and for future ideas.

[@michaelchin3550]

Excellent advice for single men thinking about living in Thailand. I am married, retired and probably can easily avoid all those "traps" about spending more money on "volume" since the cost of living is so much cheaper in Thailand. I live a simple life in the United States and would do the same if I moved to Thailand. Watching your video with interest becasue one of my sons is exploring Thailand now. Good luck with your ventures. You sound like a grounded, smart young man. Good luck.

[@johnlloyd1037]

All the best. I've enjoyed your content

[@LePubPattaya]

Great video. Spot on.

[@denis.thailand]

I have been living in Thailand for the past 5 years. I was lucky to find a great job, and now I'm running my own business here. I just turned 30, and as I look back, I realize how lucky and blessed I am. Totalt agree with you, its really hard to live in thailand affordable with so many options we have gere. If you ever visit Bangkok, let me know, and we can grab a beer!

[@EamonnHogan-eu3qc]

Can you recommend some practrical inexpensive budget hotels that do daily or weekly budget rates. Not Airbnb Agoda bookings etc, there inflated to cover their massive fees, and fat commissions

[@Wilko11]

Sorry what is your business in Bangkok ? Thanks 👍

[@SheekAlibaba]

Can we talk? I have so many questions and I have an opportunity to move my job where I make 27.50 an hr usd, my pay will be the same.

[@KeilikoGreg]

That’s good information and a very compelling point. A person on a retirement budget needs to keep with the budget. I think that the fact that very nice accommodations and good food can be had for at least 30% of the cost in the west makes Thailand and other southeast Asian countries very hospitable for persons on a fixed income.

[@markq1312]

I've just come back from Krabi in Thailand, an amazing place for families.

[@jonathanevers1634]

I really enjoyed your insight.

[@gildg9625]

Thank you for this honest summary of your experience in Pattaya, most of your content was very helpful for me right from the beginning. Good luck back in the UK.

[@NoName-vx6up]

Finally. A humble, honest and logical take on living there. Good take.

[@Goldfinger555]

Wow! Lots of great honest advice. I’m retired and a frequent visitor to Thailand (not just Pattaya) and I completely agree with you. There are so many traps in Pattaya and I see it in others constantly but they don’t realize it like you do. I also admire your drive to make more out of your life and place yourself where you can focus and achieve the most. I see too many KZbin vloggers in Thailand who are trying to make a career out of it but perhaps don’t realize that their ultimate goal in life over the long term is in all likelihood not achievable. My best wishes to you. You seem to have your priorities right.

[@TravelGlitch]

Appreciate your kind comment 👍

[@andysouthwick8312]

Fair enough, good luck to you.

[@JUANORQUIO]

That’s Interesting! Have a great weekend!

[@thomashilmersen711]

All great advice.

[@biodiversity9808]

Thailand is a good holiday spot but it can drag you down in your career imo. I am earning a good salary here in London, wouldnt move there before retirement. I visit Pattaya 1-2 times a year as a single man and pretty happy. Welcome back to UK hope all works out for you.

[@Vishypoo]

I earn more in Thailand than most people do in London. This is antiquated thinking. There is lots of room for growth and opportunity in asia.

[@andyjones5498]

It was always my dream to live in Pattaya after going there my 1st time in 2011.. but I choose to work in uk 9 months a year and live like a king for 3 months out there and it works perfectly. Overwise exactly like this happens and you have very lonely days

[@TravelGlitch]

That sounds like something I may do, with some other countries thrown in there too!

[@CJCIE]

@@TravelGlitch so basically holiday frequently 😀to much of anyone place or person or job can be annoying and bad for your health

[@ascendant95]

I'm planning my first multi-month stay in Thailand starting June 1st. Can you comment on Pattaya in the off season? Good move? Bad move? I'm hoping it's even cheaper with better opportunities..........

[@Goorney]

I agree. 3 months travelling around SE Asia seems is a good idea. Already done it for 2 months and enjoyed it. Stuck in the same place, doing nothing productive will become quite lonely after a well.

[@alanjohn9789]

​@@ascendant95 I wouldn't count on that mate just be a little different that's all in my imo. Youll spend just as much whatever.

[@dalemyers-tn1dv]

Wow my friend thanks for putting me on your video that so cool I'm definitely glad you did this channel I probably would have never met you it was so fun to hang out and get to know you I definitely will be staying connected and hopefully one day we will meet up in Thailand again I am going June 22nd hint hint nudge nudge LOL keep in touch my friend thanks again❤

[@TravelGlitch]

The rock legend Dale 🥳 see you soon mate

[@shaun7638]

Keeping control of your spending,living on a budget and being sensible on a week to week basis and of course avoid the girls or limit them it is still a cheap place to be living.

[@Phucket24]

It’s like going to Blackpool and not riding the big Dipper !!! Why go in the first place

[@shaun7638]

@@Phucket24 A age thing and seeing it for what it is has a lot to do with it..

[@Researchthejoos]

Netflix is toxic

[@arisgod2749]

what is crazy is that in the US to have a decent retirement you need between 5K-8K per month with a paid-off house. Yet that type of monthly income you would live like a king in Thailand. Also for us men, it is so hard to justify a life that is fast approaching the end when your partner is all about watching TV, visiting her friends for cards, or seeing the grandkids and looking at you like you are some kind of pervert wanting to be intimate once or twice a month., when again you know places like Thailand exist.

[@Nuggetsjourney44]

Ryan I felt like I was with you over there from your first upload mate, sorry I ain’t been on much lately, (sorting out my new single life lol) I haven’t resonated with many vloggers but you are amazing mate, I’ve come to the realization that you have hit the nail on the head and I’ve decided to lean towards a move to a smaller place like NaTrang or hoi-an on the coast of Vietnam instead of the central cities of Thailand or viet, I’ll continue to follow you as ALL of your content has been class since the beginning, hope you’ve had a great Xmas (not to freezing cold) and if you ever travel I’d still love a beer & to pick your brains on south east Asia, stay well, strong and never stop being yourself, cheers mate 🤙🏽😉

[@TravelGlitch]

Appreciate your support over the months mate, all the best ❤️

[@LeftCoastGraphics]

Merry Christmas and all the best in 2024!!

[@barrydwyer2039]

1st time I've seen you channel/output as a younger guy, well a lot younger than me being 65. It's very easy in be sucked into a lazy lifestyle, once boots are on the ground if your here for any lenght of time. I had thought about retirement here but I don't think I have the self discipline to live year round. I'm more of a snowbird from the UK looking to spend the winter months here which I might then develop into a 3 months on 3 months off cycle, so 6 months of the year. As for Pattaya, it had the best of both regarding nightlife partying etc also i'ts a great place to base yourself because of cost to explore all other places. Depending on your budget lifestyle etc you can have an extremely cost effective time here, far cheaper than the UK currently. Jom tien has more of the vibe I now want whilst I very, very occaisionly go the the main drag in Pattaya for a walkabout.

[@mmaranta785]

True, I gof in Thailand about 6 times on a 3 week vacation, which costs about $100 USD per round. At home I might golf once a month at a cost of $20 on a Muni course. Also I never go to bars here in the US, but in Thailand it’s a nightly thing.

[@shortbreadbiscuit2002]

I have followed your channel a lot since it is a Thailand channel Ryan. Sad to see that you are giving up working on the channel and moving home. Good luck with your fitness business and whatever other ventures you decide on. You certainly nailed it with this channel in the short space of time you worked on it. I can totally understand why you didn't continue with the channel though, especially when you are a health conscious kind of person. Pattaya and the bar scene definitely doesn't mix with someone who wants to stay in shape. There are way too many temptations in Pattaya, especially in the bar scene with women and alcohol....plus all of the problems these can lead to.

[@ParisianThinker]

The dopamine effect is powerful and you explained it very well. It applies to both sexes. Glad you warned men about how it works on you and your budget.

[@longasleep]

I decided to stay here at same time as you. I’m staying because it’s right for me although I’m in Bangkok. Good you made the hard decision to return.

[@RiskyTingz08]

Yeah winter is here and you can just put your head down too and grind!

[@yvettea6350]

I live in a busy town in Thailand and have been able to work in monk mode for 2.5 years. To stay motivated, you have to remember your goal, shut down distractions, and treat yourself once in a while.

[@NapoleonDynamyte]

Stick with KZbin. You’re a natural! Very interesting to listen too. Something most KZbinrs lack.

[@TravelGlitch]

Thank you 👌

[@brendaharris2441]

Really like your video and your style. Also, look forward to your video on growth on You Tube.

[@Robster]

You bring up some really good points my man. I'm just back from 3 months in Pattaya, partying almost every night. It does catch up with you eventually and I was starting to feel really burnt out in the last few weeks. Despite that though, I'm planning to move out there soon and you've voiced a lot of things that I already know but didn't think about out loud. Good stuff man. I'm still pulling the trigger though, wish me luck 😝

[@TravelGlitch]

Good luck on your return! Bet you had a great 3 months though, enjoy the memories ;)

[@Robster]

@@TravelGlitch Cheers bro, all the best to you too!

[@alucardcount9478]

Thx for honesty!!! Its not all roses in Thailand

[@oryanstreeval7939]

ive been really seriously planning and investigating a 10 day trip and i think that with all the information ive acquired from yourself and a few other content creators; i would not only have an absolute blast but i think that i would be able to do it and really not have any problems or spend 10k lol! thanks for the information that has helped me quite a lot!

[@booldog22]

Thank you!

[@lucsegers]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 you speak true and right. Good man. Maybe next time we meet in Thailand . Great video. You are a great KZbinr. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@DumbBritAbroad]

excited to see the future!

[@carlboucher6847]

It could be hard to stay focused on your goals and grind as much as required in a place like Thailand. Thanks for your video. Valuable content.

[@RingoSG]

Monk mode is best at home with no distraction. Once you business really take off and you reach cruising speed, Then you can go anywhere you want. But yeah important to be disciplined, otherwise temptation is too great to get lost.

[@Vishypoo]

Monk mode is far better in asia. you can rent a room for $100 a month and just focus on work

[@marcom2248]

Thank you very much for sharing your experiences and your thoughts. 👍 Lots of people are chasing the dopamine rush. Sex, drugs, Rock'n'Roll and food give you a lot of dopamine. You are quite young, and made the best desicion for you. I'm old and will retire in two years, and so I'm thinking about moving to Pattaya. Vids like yours help me to be aware of the traps and dangers. Well done mate. Cheers.

[@TravelGlitch]

Good luck on your retirement in 2 years 🙌

[@paulklt]

Very good content, shame you are leaving. Hopefully you will be back, but go to Phuket next time.

[@marcp108]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. Yes it is ok to do nothing. Living within a budget is important. Ive spent a lot of time in Thailand, not Pattaya but BKK and Hau Hin. Stupid me, I was not aware of the sharing of the tips - I will tip the server directly next time. When I get a motorbike, taxi, check into a hotel and they carry my bags I always provide a small tip.

[@kimijussila1181]

I really like to way how u made your videos and all what u talked about Thailand, info was correct, i respect that alot, because on some videos guys talking of things what they dont have any clue :) If you ever return to Thailand, i wish you drop a message and then at least you get 1 more friend who focus for business and not just a party life. Wish a good luck for your jorney! :) ... and btw. those books.. they are great, i readed almost all of them and those helped me aswell alot on my jorney when i still was a youngboy :) Now im 38 and still living my dream in my Thailand, thi`s not always been easy, but 100% worth it.

[@focus4u]

Good evening to you. Hope you had a lovely Xmas and looking forward to 2024. I came across your other video showing around the apartment you stayed in for 6 months. This is a perfect spot for me, with the gym etc... I'm currently looking at staying other there for 6 months for a break from here. I work online so it is very convenient. Learning some thia language and how to get a work visa. Your help and advice would be appreciated indeed. I currently live in Cheshire at present.

[@TravelGlitch]

Thank you! The condo I stayed at is Cosy Beach View Condominium (not to be confused with cosy beach condo, thats separate and down the road). I can't link to it but Google that name and the website will come up with contact details

[@nickjones8867]

Welcome back too UK Thailand is paradise , but only if you have a good budget to spend.

[@mattivirta]

good budget mean 1000-2000$/month not need ewer more live good in Thailand all life.

[@conkalas1918]

Thank you for your honesty Been in Thailand 12 times You speak the gods honest😮 truth

[@svenw.6918]

If i repeat the exact same routine in Thailand as in my home country i will only need 700 Euro every month, rent included. Most come here and it's like cheap Disneyland. You have holiday mode and Living here mode. Holiday mode is always expensive. Do i eat out 3 times a day, massage every other day, 3 times a week to the bar, every week go to the movies, etc when i'm home in Europe....? Absolutely not. Best advice is to get out the holiday mode as fast as possible.

[@SteveWalterstheMoneyInfant]

Grind brother and get back to Thailand.

[@peterdelacruz8270]

Thank you.

[@mmaranta785]

Go to Chiang Mai. There’s very little red light activity

[@mattivirta]

or udon thani, 10 million city.

[@geraldforrester4366]

Excellent.

[@user-gi5nv3br6m]

great video

[@ChunMotorsport]

Spot on

[@TallPaul82]

Damn Ryan, You are tearing my heart, I just filled out my application for a Smart Startup Visa in Thailand, partly due to Your videos about Thailand - In Your early videos I really felt a sense of joy, energy and good vibes - something You missed in more recent ones, Your eyes just weren't that happy anymore. I guess You play it wrong by not trying more to find hobby clubs and similar-minded people who are not into the beer and bar scene. Somebody who You can travel with, have an evening jogging, talk about business etc. Anyway, I hope that, if You will visit Thailand again, I will still be there and we can go drink beer in a bar and judge people who cross by

[@TravelGlitch]

Thats right man, need likminded people around who are eager to grow! All the best on your travels mate 🙏

[@paulcole3847]

@@TravelGlitchbut bro - it’s winter in the UK. I’ll give you another 14 days and you will be seriously missing it all? Maybe?

[@vavvokilluminati]

because he was in the wrong spot

[@Reality_Dystopia]

After spending all afternoon watching your content, sad to hear you’ve called it a day. What an epic six months. Congrats 🥂

[@normasherwood9313]

Thanks for the videos ryan. They are very interesting. I wish you so much luck for the future wherever it takes you. You have been very informative regarding thialand.

[@RoOnTheGo]

Don't stay only in Pattaya. You've travel around Thailand, because it's an amazing country and transportation is very cheap. I've travelled for 1. 1/2 year through Thailand

[@makavelli187]

Good for you being able to see the problem and do something about it before it was too late. Not alot of people would have done the same thing in your situation and I applaud you. It's why I can keep it to me coming to Thailand once a year for two weeks and keeping it at that. I don't think I could ever live in Thailand and not because of the partying, I have been able to keep that well under control, even when I was younger, mostly because I'm a cheap ass, but the heat is too much for me! LOL! I'll be there in February and was hoping to have a beer with you, but, totally understand. Wishing you all the best!

[@TravelGlitch]

Appreciate your comment mate. Enjoy your trip in February!

[@Irons9991]

Hi mate, been watching all your content since you started and really enjoyed it. Just want to say thankyou for that , was quite emotional this vid and was a shock but you explained it so well. Your a good guy, don't know where you live in UK but I'm in Portsmouth and if anywhere near would love to meet up for a drink to show my gratitude. I'm bk in pattaya for 3 weeks next month and can't wait. Anyway so long my friend

[@TravelGlitch]

Hi mate, appreciate your kind words, all the best for your trip in 3 weeks!

[@dunarelb]

Thank you for this scientific, profound testimony, about our human nature.

[@brentonlett3417]

When you decide to live in Thailand you should be aiming to live exactly the same lifestyle as you lived in the west unless of course you were struggling. If you were failing back home chances are you'll end up failing here. I believe if you want to move here do it because you want to live in Thailand and not for wanting to live a high life.

[@mywaychannel1]

Good video i can also relate to this. On the food side of things yes you are correct food is cheap but the more often you eat out like 3 times a day plus groceries etc then Thailand is not that cheap afterall. Also then you got the alcohol in my opinion its same the same concept you drinking like everyday a few beers then it gets pretty expensive plus all the other bills and crap.. not easy

[@cipriandobrea7369]

Do you eat out 3 times a day in your home country? Probably not, it would cost too much so you limit yourself accordingly. Same should apply everywhere.

[@jpm1660]

I'm about to make the move myself, just waiting for the house to sale to go through then I'm moving over to Jomtien, I'm a bit older at 51 so my crazy days are behind me (almost) my intentions are to try and visit beauty spots all over the country and do a bit of a vlog about them and I'm also learning how to code and get a bit of a side hustle together to grow. I plan on spending at least 3-4 years out there or maybe even for good if things work out as I don't really have any family or career, My Thai partner will be living with me but fortunately she is not a bar girl she has a regular profession so hopefully that will prevent me from frequenting the bars too much whilst I'm there but like everyone says most of the sucsess is down to your own self control

[@TravelGlitch]

Good luck mate, hope it all works out for you 👍

[@jpm1660]

Thank you mate and you too

[@stephenbolognese7949]

I Never lived there but i must say it was the best vacation i ever took

[@ryan892]

Your like a tiny version of Tyson Fury. 😂 Awesome video very well thought out. Traveling there very soon

[@Goorney]

Thank you for the video. 3 months travelling around SE Asia seems a better idea. Already done it for 2 months and enjoyed it. Stuck in the same place, doing nothing productive, even if it is making videos will become quite lonely/dull after a well. I've seen to many miserable old men in Thailand to realize this is the case.

[@northbouy2625]

Saying mai ouw kraup to taxi drivers in my experience has almost always gotten a thank you in return. I also use the Set laew joke as well 😂 brilliant way to create humour from a no. Only just discovered you. And you're quitting 😂

[@drinkslee]

Well spoken fair play

[@PraneetCastelino]

I'd be keen to watch you channel on building KZbin content. I'd also like to see some tutorials on video editing.

[@tarekfawal9387]

So sad I really like your Chanel , and your blogs about Thailand

[@philjohnson3829]

I stayed in Pattaya in the late 90's but I was addicted to golf , not the other stuff . I played 6 days a week apart from sunday because I watched football saturday night . I had a separate stint in 2004 when I bought my girlfriend an annex to her parent's house for £3,500 in Thabo , Nong Khai , and stayed there very happily for a few months before coming back home for work and unfortunately had an accident while home and never made it back. Still saddens me. I will go back in a few year's time when I retire but that ship has sailed and I will probably go to live south of Hua Hin somewhere on the beach . Still a nice though .

[@Brennybrez]

All great points bro! Wish you nothing but the best on your new ventures, and hopefully I’ll see ya back out here soon for a visit… maybe a yacht party or two 😉🤙 peace out bro !

[@StuD820]

All the best mate, enjoyed your channel!

[@TravelGlitch]

Thanks for the support over the months Stu!