🌏| BEST Country Of SOUTH EAST ASIA 🗳️ Travelers Choosing Their FAVORITE Country

[@Shawn.bettafish]

for me the best SEA country is 1. Thailand 2. Indonesia 3. Vietnam because the countries I mentioned have beautiful cultures and for Indonesia it has many cultures in every different place, it is truly very rich in culture. i really like it😘

[@afnanfaris8071]

Indonesian here, thanks man. but as Indonesian don't know why I like Thailand so much, I've been there 3 times, in one same place haha.. the only problem for me is finding halal food. I like the people so much especially in Phuket, o man I miss them a lot but unfortunately no direct flight to.

[@FatimaZohra-t5p]

That guy (1st one ) seems to be a great person.. i love his positivity and lovely way to talk ❤

[@Chai_Travel]

I can only agree :D Thanks for watching

[@sos2946]

As combodian i realy love ❤indonesia. The best country in south Asia 😊 . Chai u r the best 👍 good content

[@Chai_Travel]

Nice! Me too ;P More to come! Thanks ❤️

[@ajengsucirizkina659]

Thank u from indonesia

[@sos2946]

@@ajengsucirizkina659 tidak apa apa 😉

[@afnanfaris8071]

@@sos2946 I found many positive comments to Indonesia from Cambodians in other videos too. thanks for your kind

[@brothersman524]

I love South East Asia and I have visited 7 countries (Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Philippines, Vietnam and Indonesia). My absolute favourite is Malaysia, then it is Thailand and Indonesia but loved Singapore and Philippines too

[@Chai_Travel]

Good choice :D Thanks for sharing your thoughts :D

[@End-w8f]

A suggestion since you want to visit Indonesia, land in Jakarta, explore the city. After that took either the Woosh or the Panoramic train to Bandung. Spend some times there then book the Executive train, stop and explore every major and small cities in Java, they are very clean and idyllic. After that cross the channel by ferry to Bali.

[@Chai_Travel]

That's a great plan! I'll definitely have to check out the train routes! 🙏

[@End-w8f]

@@Chai_Travel Java actually has a very developed and matured railways system, it has been around since the Dutch colonial era and keeps improving in the modern days.

[@timeaftertime-om7os]

​@@Chai_Travel Or maybe you should start from serpong city is near Jakarta airport. Then try commuter train serpong - sudirman. Stay in South Jakarta then to bandung. Explore Java mountain area from bandung go to dieng magelang boyolali and then solo

[@SjaakSchulteis]

My most favorite was always Singapore. Because I love electronics and it used to be a paradise for that. But now my favorite is Thailand, because my wife is from here and I like to live here.

[@Chai_Travel]

Nice one mate! Thailand has also pretty good electronics ;p Thanks for watching again

[@SjaakSchulteis]

@@Chai_Travel Not where I live (Hua Hin) 😂😂. A nice place, but a bit backwards if it comes to interesting gadgets. Bangkok (Pantip) knew more interesting times as well. Probably a lot moved to other places...now I relate more to Lazada or shopee...

[@jackchen6009]

Thailand is the best in ASEAN

[@Yasin_Affandi]

It all depends on each of the foreign tourist's experience. How well they are connected to the attractions, vibes, charm, beauty from the places, people, food, art, culture, festivity, tradition and history.

[@sooantonysolotraveler]

Yes, I agree what you have written and share about it.

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@sooantonysolotraveler Thank you. 😀

[@Slaphappy1975]

Love to all my ASEAN brothers and sisters from Thailand ❤

[@Chai_Travel]

Nice ❤️

[@sahabuddinnur7729]

I live in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. It will be nice to talk over a cup of coffee when you finally visit Sulawesi.

[@Chai_Travel]

Nice! Would be amazing to chat with you I'm not so sure if I've the time once I get there though. Any advice or tips will be appreciated :D Thanks!

[@piputnmesawang3015]

Definitely Thailand ,delicious food, beautiful beaches,safety and friendly people,of course we like all foreigners.

[@connielinz879]

Great interviews Chai. It's very interesting that The Philippines aren't mentioned often. I think it would be an amazing place to go and it's definitely on my bucket list❤🙏

[@flip1sba]

I'm from The Philippines and it is a great country and alot of great places to see that is more than Boracay and Mayon Volcano. Most of them who have visited had a great time! Even popular vloggers such as Drew Binsky rate it as no.1!

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks Connie ❤️ it’s a little out of the way. And to visit a lot of places means you have to fly or take boats a lot and that’s maybe why most people skip it. It’s a shame as it’s so beautiful. I’m looking forward to go back some day :)

[@flip1sba]

@@Chai_Travel but we still have people visit The Philippines and have a good time. Some have decided to retire here.

[@antruok4950]

Indeed , if you can spend multiple months in south east Asia or one country in SEA for a few months it can give you a real appreciation of the lifestyle which country is preferred 🤩 - Thanks my friend - great interviewing ✔️😎✌️👋🙏

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha that’s the way my older brother ✌️stay champ ❤️

[@Jalan_Receh]

2:45 He has an agreement with his boss : work for one year, travel for one year. What a dream job!! 🤩🤩

[@Chai_Travel]

So good 😍

[@HeatherLewis213]

Didn't realize you were part Indonesian Chai, interesting. But then again makes sense as you are Dutch.

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha thanks! It’s pretty common indeed :)

[@user-ih4gn4ij7z]

Singapore - too expensive, many rules, Bangkok - too Chaotic, full of scammers, Hanoi- lovely, best cheap food, Cambodia - not a fan, Malaysia is my favorite - It is well-balanced

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for your thoughts 😁

[@sooantonysolotraveler]

But Vietnam poor transportation and footpaths there.

[@1984-w6g]

Thailand is not bangkok

[@cedyy1]

I love that Swiss lady's mantra of forgetting the bad things in life immediately

[@VintageThaiLadyBoy]

Chai, are you free this Sunday, Oct 27 from 3 pm? There will be a royal barge procession from around Rama 8 Bridge to Wat Arun. The king will be offering monk robes as part of the end of the Buddhist Lent. 52 barges and 2,399 oarsmen w/ the main barge, the Golden Swan, being 130 yrs old bulit during King Rama 5 and completed King Rama 6. The procession is 1.28 km long. It's going to be spectacular! Doesn't happen too often. Last time was during King Rama 10's coronation 4 yrs ago.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks so much! Unfortunately I won’t be in Bangkok anymore this Sunday 🥲 I hope we can see someone making a vlog there on KZbin. Unfortunately it’s not gonna be me :(

[@VintageThaiLadyBoy]

@@Chai_Travel Too bad. There will be another occasion for sure.

[@stevens8785]

These interview videos are all really good . There's always interesting feedback and valuable information being shared by all the interviewees. Gr8 work Chai. 🤩

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks a lot! I appreciate your kind words! 🙏🥰 Always!

[@youngtun5980]

Guys love Thailand and Philippines ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bamabotak]

that lithuanian guy should know that south east asian is the only region in the world that doesnt have war!! atleast for the last 30 years..

[@Chai_Travel]

I’m sorry to inform you Myanmar is having the worst civil war in decades ☮️❤️🇲🇲

[@bamabotak]

@@Chai_Travel : i know that man.. but it civil war.. not country againts country.. their people (myanmar people) have to deal and solve that matter by them self.. it means peace amongs neighbor in the region.. but you know in the future it might be a wars in south china sea between US vs china, using us as their pawn... we tried our best to prevent that stupid war..

[@afnanfaris8071]

I think all SEA countries have many similarities especially at friendliness and welcoming attitude. the rest it really depends on what you prefer the most.

[@gertdrok9016]

Nice Video/Interview Chai. Very Correct and True answer from that Lady. Only think about the Good Things and Forget the Sad ones. 🙏

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks! Also for answering 🙏✌️

[@fuadarif4056]

Malaysia & Indonesia are blood brothers.. before colonialism they are a part of the huge Nusantara region rule by difference rulers .. then come the British n Dutch…

[@mrj475]

No they are not

[@gingerteddy618]

​@mrj475 Yes, they're blood brothers

[@jogjaberhatinyamnyam4257]

​​Yes they are Brothers. Learn about Islamic Kingdom in Demak Central of Java, sent the troops for several Times to Malaka to help Malaka to kick away Portuguese. Javanese Moslem died at that time to help their brother in fate in Malaka, it's about 1600 C. Sultan Adi Pati Unus, Ratu Kalinyamat, Sultan Trenggono always sent the troops to fight the Portuguese to help Melayu people in Malaka, and Sultan Adi Pati Unus was syahid at Malaka. ​@@mrj475

[@jogjaberhatinyamnyam4257]

​@@mrj475 ​​​Yes they are Brothers. Learn about Islamic Kingdom in Demak Central of Java, sent the troops for several Times to Malaka to help Malaka to kick away Portuguese. Javanese Moslem died at that time to help their brother in fate in Malaka, it's about 1600 C. Sultan Adi Pati Unus, Ratu Kalinyamat, Sultan Trenggono always sent the troops to fight the Portuguese to help Melayu people in Malaka, and Sultan Adi Pati Unus was syahid at Malaka. ​@mrj475

[@jogjaberhatinyamnyam4257]

​​​Yes they are Brothers. Learn about Islamic Kingdom in Demak Central of Java, sent the troops for several Times to Malaka to help Malaka to kick away Portuguese. Javanese Moslem died at that time to help their brother in fate in Malaka, it's about 1600 C. Sultan Adi Pati Unus, Ratu Kalinyamat, Sultan Trenggono always sent the troops to fight the Portuguese to help Melayu people in Malaka, and Sultan Adi Pati Unus was syahid at Malaka. ​@mrj475

[@masjudijamil1409]

All conutries in SEA is the best and various..Chai, i m Indo, but migrated and studied in M’sia since i was 4yrs old..if you come to Kuala Lumpur,,hopefully we can meet..many to shares😅

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks! I’d love to eat some nasi lemak in KL 😎

[@masjudijamil1409]

@ see you one day.

[@kyleanuar9090]

Best to own property in Malaysia and travel around to other south east Asian spots whenever it's air quality, season, political , natural catastrophe and many other factors. It's more logical all around.

[@blindfaithkills666]

I'm moving to KL in January. Looking forward to my retirement.

[@AlaskaninThePhilippines]

Hua Hin Thailand ticks a lot of my boxes. I came here from the Philippines.

[@imrahdjajeje6244]

I enjoy watching this, hello from Makassar south Sulawesi Indonesia

[@Chai_Travel]

Hope to see you soon in Sulawesi :) what is a better place you think for us to visit? Manado or Makassar?

[@vannakkh964]

I've seen quite few retired people in Siem Reap now.

[@NurulAmalijati]

Thank you Indonesia is the best,and nice people.wow.

[@4985muhammadali]

For me i personally like Bangkok ❤ a lot , physically I'm in Mumbai India but mentally I'm in Bangkok 😂 roaming around here and there. Missing Food 🍲 the chaos everything

[@Chai_Travel]

Aw haha, one day soon you'll make it over again 🥰

[@HeatherLewis213]

I didn't like the Lithuanian guy's use of words "if you're from Western countries or more civilized countries". 🤣Does he understand what "civilized" means? Just China has a 5000 year old civilization and is more advanced, has the largest banks and companies in the world, has the most futuristic infrastructure, has the most skyscrapers in the world and is richer than the entire EU. Just Tokyo is the richest city on earth and light years ahead of any Western city. Asia has the lowest crime on earth, cleanest cities, most advanced companies from AliBaba to Pinduoduo to Byte Dance - that is the real definition of civilized, not the crumbling and poor economies of the West. Even countries like Thailand, which is considered 3rd world has a way more sophisticated culture than any Western country, but he still deems it as uncivilized. He seemed like a nice and interesting guy until he said that, then I thought he must be out of his mind.

[@flaneurnz]

Honestly, I felt offended in a way as well. That's incorrect of him to say "civilised". I think what he meant was western countries as (developed) countries. He should be careful.

[@Sleepy_Joe_]

Wow someone is really fully of hatred here

[@Chai_Travel]

I don’t think my Lithuanian friend didn’t mean to offend anyone and I’m pretty sure he wouldn’t rephrase it if he would have known ☮️✌️

[@HeatherLewis213]

@@flaneurnz Possibly, but I think civilized is just another way of saying "superior" to him. I doubt it was a Freudian slip but rather his true intent. I would argue that much of Asia is also way more advanced and developed than most of the Western world so I'm not sure if "developed" would've even been more accurate. Thailand is a "developing" country but it is also richer than the vast majority of European countries, with way more skyscrapers, state of the art condos, malls, restaurants, cafes etc - it is much sleeker and more modern than most European countries outside of the main Western European economies. Like he's from Lithuania, a relatively poor country but just kind of loops himself in with the other rich Western European countries and says "but I'm international" etc almost as if he is embarrassed, so it's a combination of the words he chose that make me suspicious. I mean are you going to seriously compare Lithuania to Singapore, China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia etc? There's no remote comparison, just the thought of suggesting Lithuanians go to ultra advanced, spotlessly clean, virtually crime free, high commerce places like Osaka or Shanghai or Singapore or Kuala Lumpur and be open minded to learn about how to live an uncivilized life just because they're not White is comical to me. Meanwhile places like London, Paris, San Francisco, NYC etc are full of crime, garbage, stabbings, shootings everyday, people strung out on tranq, mentally ill people, migrants camping out in tents hanging their laundry to dry etc. You don't see any of that in "uncivilized Asia".

[@hafizhassan9786]

I think could be his English command in choosing the right word,but mind you Lithuania is not that developed compard to Western European countries as the country is ex USSR and just joined EU not far ago. I have been to Vilnius, Lithuanian capital city and the city feel a bit gloomy due to Soviet Union grey buildings, some people are friendly but most of them feel they are better than other races mostly non white. It could be their mentality. Many of the young generation migrated and working in Western Europe mostly Germany and the UK.

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Champ

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks 🙏❤️

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

That Indonesian guy spoke perfect English he must've lived in australia for a bit

[@umiismyname4142]

Thank you for loving SEA and also my Malaysia ❤,,🇲🇾

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@wesgraham2262]

There are many countries in southeast Asia that are wonderful in so many ways… the people, the food, the culture, the low, low, low cost of living. But none of that matters much if as a retiree you can’t afford to stay there to enjoy it. After retiring and living in the Philippines, Cambodia, Thailand and only visiting Malaysia, I’ve found that Cambodia (here 2 years now) is by far the EASIEST and cheapest country to retire in. Thailand is even nicer but Immigration is very tricky and complicated and can be expensive: A $24,000.USD deposit in your newly-opened Thai bank is just one hurdle. Reporting to Immigration every 90-days for life is the other inconvenience. Malaysia’s MM2H retirement visa is even more expensive. Vietnam has NO retirement visa.

[@zinabuzarin9991]

Chai,lets kl be underated

[@Dwnlit99]

Looking forward to your next trip to Indonesia....I hope you will be more successful this time around in finding your roots in Java.......

[@Chai_Travel]

I hope so too! I'm excited to explore more of Indonesia. Thanks ❤️

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

Finding your roots in Indonesia mate? Is that your heritage?

[@KevinDChanx]

Yes

[@Chai_Travel]

Yes :) my mom was adopted in Indonesia when she was a few months old. When she was a few years old she went to the Netherlands

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

@Chai_Travel ah ok mate 👌 when I've watched your vids I never really noticed to be honest which I suppose is good thing lol but yes it's good for you to visit your mom's country and explore your roots

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks! 😃

[@armanfarhan2017]

Malaysia here 🎉🩵

[@สุทธิศักดิ์มธุรพงศากุล]

I hope tour happiness and safe in Counties in SEA.🤗

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks you! ❤️

[@dingskydongsky]

most travellers are incredibly shallow and boring : "I've been there, I've been there, I've been there . . . we never hear in-depth observations. you come from the other side of the world and claim that you've been there and there and there. is it true ? have you actually been there ?

[@Chai_Travel]

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[@Kennnnnnn7]

don't look at the capital but look at the whole thing !!

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Good to know what tourists in Thailand think about their favorite place in Southeast Asia.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks Yasin! ✌️❤️

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@Chai_Travel Thank you too Chai. 😀

[@laykhom3212]

Chai is the guy who great to be around. Good video my little brother ❤

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks brother! 🙏❤️ I appreciate that :)

[@sooantonysolotraveler]

I think you shall/should interview with different type of level of travelers in different race opinion instead of just picking up with most of them a budget and westerner type of travelers only seen not very fair towards different countries to share about.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for the feedback 🙏

[@palidamook1767]

สวัสดีค่ะ🙏🇹🇭ยินดีต้อนรับค่ะ

[@Chai_Travel]

สวัสดี :) ขอบคุณค่ะ ❤️

[@glenbbqdavidson7131]

I may be wrong, but it seems like a lot of tourists are avoiding the Philippines. Maby it's just not a first choice destination?? I'm wondering why that is.

[@Chai_Travel]

I think it's about the distance from the rest of SEA. It's a shame because it's so beautiful!

[@glenbbqdavidson7131]

@Chai_Travel thanks man 👍when are you coming to Australia?

[@flip1sba]

@@Chai_Travel it is more the location and distance. You can cross from Vietnam through Thailand via Cambodia and then head to Malaysia and Singapore. The Philippines does not have any land borders.

[@FootballReview-123]

I think Myanmar Burma 😁

[@mitsunori222000]

Just wait until you can visit freely! It will eclipse any other SEA country you have visited for unspoiled beauty and welcoming people. Have to admit it's not the right time at the moment, though.

[@Mikomido5]

@@mitsunori222000there is currently a large number of Burmese migrants in Thailand too.

[@wesgraham2262]

Major civil war been going on in Burma/Myanmar for a long time. A war-torn country is not my idea of a sane and safe place to visit. Not smart.

[@FootballReview-123]

@@wesgraham2262 Thanks for your advice

[@RichardLu-jw6pr]

The beer are expensive only in Malaysia. hahahahahah!!!!

[@welcometoplanetdirt709]

Cebu Philippines 🇵🇭

[@NicolM-p2w]

Hei Chinese PEOPLE are very kind

[@HeatherLewis213]

That lil boy was slapping his mama's booty. 🤣

[@Chai_Travel]

😅omg haha

[@jamalhoshaim6663]

Thanks for voting or choosing Indonesia

[@Flow.Travellers]

Sumatra is lovely! 🇮🇩🫶🏻

[@flip1sba]

If any of these tourists visit The Philippines you will have a wonderful time. We will show you the best of Pinoy hospitality!

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks, I know the Philippines is amazing!🤩

[@KonglengLee-t6l]

If u want a wild cheap time its thai and philipines, if u want downthrotten its myanmar, cambodia and laos, u want a sanitized country its Spore, for family its msia and indonesia and vietnam can be all

[@gif24gt60]

Chai is the roaming reporter😮

[@changthai-cq1rz]

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha thanks 🏆🫡 stay champ ✌️❤️

[@KapiH]

I live in Indonesia these days (Not Bali, as I like traveling around the archipelago) but personally it is still Thailand my favourite SEA country, but id say Indonesia is a close second, the hardest thing about South East Asia is you can only be at one place at a time to truly get a grasp and get to know a country. I think my main reason for loving Thailand the most is probably due to the fact it was the first SEA country I visited, and I fell in love with the food there, but in general all countries in South East Asia have amazing food, like I love Indonesian and Vietnamese food, but since it was not the first place I visited here, it doesn't have the same meaning in my heart, with that said, it's my favourite region in the entire world, the people and the diverse cultures they have just make it an absolute joy to live and travel around here. If it was for someone who doesn't have a lot of time to explore, id just tell them to go visit Bangkok, Phuket or Bali to be honest as they are basically set up for tourists, anyone with more time then it is good to get off the beaten track and explore :)

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks for sharing your experiences 😍 I like Indonesia too 🥰 soon I’m heading back again 🇮🇩

[@AndreImmabe]

I see the pattern most of them skip the Philippines

[@Chai_Travel]

Me too! It's a shame because it's so beautiful. I think it has something to do with the distance from "main land"

[@novendrayuza2031]

​@@Chai_Travelif thats the case, Bali should be the least visited tourist destination in SEA since its way further from anywhere else except Australia, but as a mater fact, Bali alone receives way more tourists than the whole Phil islands combined lol

[@buddyb-uo7gu]

@@Chai_Travel I'm flying to Manila in January, then to Thailand, Vietnam and back to Thailand! Hopefully around 3 months in total. I found that opinions are mixed on the Phillipines, but I'm seeing more and more vlogs about it where the people are having an amazing time! So that's why I decided to go. I was planning to go to Indonesia, however the rainy season put me off. Thanks!

[@cleoque]

​​@@novendrayuza2031may I remind you tho that BALI IS NOT A COUNTRY. 😂 Its in Indonesia which isnt far from the rest of SEA nations. To talk about it as if its like a secluded country is dum/b.

[@Amanda_downunder]

@@buddyb-uo7gu - will u post on social media ? r u on FB or will u start a YT channel ? would be nice to see your travels.

[@johncarlolibadia4052]

I'm from the Philippines and the best country for me is france❤for travel

[@ichbinaiden]

pelepens still no tourists kak?😂😂😂

[@Chai_Travel]

I don’t understand sorry

[@ichbinaiden]

@@Chai_Travel pilipines latin of esia no tourists 😂

[@Dumdee9]

I live in Ranong and would like to introduce Koh Payam where located in Ranong just 40 minutes by speed boat.

[@Chai_Travel]

I’d love to visit Koh Payam some day soon 😍

[@Dumdee9]

@@Chai_Travel you are always welcome.

[@louisianaborn1743]

I wonder why most of these interviewed have never traveled to the Philippines?

[@Chai_Travel]

I think it’s less convenient to travel around there. It’s beautiful, but, like in Indonesia, you have to fly or take boats everywhere. I think that’s the main reason. It’s a bit “out of the way” compared to mainland South East Asia I’d say. Thanks for watching