DENIED CROSSING the border THAILAND to LAOS (so I left Asia)

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Happy to share a slice of home with you all. Also happy to report that today I landed back in Thailand, and I will shortly head up to Chiang Rai and reunite with Zelda and attempt plan B outlined in this video ♥️

[@CripplingDuality]

B for Bournemouth? 🤔

[@Gus0898uk]

Great video Paddy, you must get Miss P to take you to Doi Tung close to Chiang Rai, it will take your breath away. Stay safe.

[@orjan2814]

cross the border as a normal guy and rent bike in laos and you should cross at nong khai or ubonratchathani

[@pat8044]

I'm a follower of your channel but you got to stop with the clickbait s***

[@veravirabutsady1158]

Patty, when you're in Laos check out Luang Prabang and of course Vientiane as well.

[@JackTorr]

Hey, mate I can tell that you're really refreshed by this trip back home, it looks like that you really needed it. I can tell you going to make some amazing content in the coming month.

[@richardray8681]

I don’t know if it is just me Paddy but I actually really like the way you document real life situations and show us that even the best laid out plans can come unstuck in an instant and you have to just be resourceful not disappointed because if you look hard enough you will discover that there are always different paths to reach your desired destination and as you yourself have mentioned many times that sometimes the journey is better than the final destination. Thank you for opening my eyes to the many stunning places I cannot visit these days due to my disability, although restrictions are not an issue to me these days because I always find a way eventually to overcome issues and it is all about proactively keeping positive. Keep doing exactly what you are doing as it is really entertaining and it has been so easy to engage and feel invested in all your good times and bad, I certainly appreciate all your hard work. Take care Richard 😊

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks a lot Richard 🙂

[@rosieb4029]

I agree with Richard 🙌🏼

[@noreenneu837]

And so do I…agree with Richard.

[@adamc4003]

Hey Paddy, you keep mentioning "drum" brakes. You should be made aware you have disc brakes front and rear on Zelda. You don't have drum brakes at all. The front disc brakes may have an ABS system to prevent lockup (this is just a feature of a normal disc brake system on some vehicles), but both your front and rear are still referred to as "disc brakes", or simply just brakes, because drum brakes are rarely used on anything anymore. Love the videos. Cheers!

[@stevens8785]

What a night out for you at St James Park Paddy. The biggest win they've had since before you last went there I would imagine, a cracking effort!! Good for you to see Miss P and family. A well deserved and necessary break for you. A bit of a refresher. Thanks for sharing 🤩

[@sueandphil]

This was great Paddy, so lovely of you to share your family and background but what I loved most was how much you missed Thailand and the life you have created there. 🇹🇭♥️🙏

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Glad you enjoyed it ✌️

[@cindy-ml7vo]

As a niece that had an uncle that traveled.... visit your niece often! You will open her eyes to so many things just because you are the uncle that lives somewhere else & travels.

[@diannelee1267]

I agree, I had an uncle who lived and worked in Singapore in the 1960s, he brought me such exotic gifts like Chinese style satin pjammas, stationary that was different to any of my friends, I especially remember a pencil sharpener which was a beautiful painted tiger's head and a Chinese doll that had a face made of china. It began my fascination with all things Asian and later to exploring South East Asia

[@connielinz879]

Thanks Paddy for giving us a glimpse into your family life. South Wales does look spectacular!! Looking forward to the next instalment of Next Level Adventures

[@PaddyDoyle.]

More to come soon, I am back in Thailand now and on my way to see Zelda on Thursday

[@connielinz879]

@@PaddyDoyle. You must be looking forward to that

[@sheilah8494]

Sorry to hear you have problems crossing to Laos, absolutely delighted to see you enjoying your quality time with your dear family, and with Ms. Pe. Nice Video and love it.

[@goldviper5280]

Paddy, none of your videos are boring. You do such a great job talking. So happy you got to visit your family.

[@tenbeforeavant]

Paddy, I must confess that I actually really loved this video!!! Well done, stop apologising, it’s great viewing, honestly!!!

[@pegbro6163]

How refreshing to see something other then Thailand! Nothing wrong with Thailand but seeing more of her home country would be great. So good that you got to spend time with your family. Love your videos.

[@martybritton7975]

Paddy one of the best bloggers on here .....looking forward to level 3 ...stay safe

[@kevintaylor1928]

Thank you for this special video brother! I really enjoyed seeing all the beauty or your home and of Thailand! I'm sure it was good being with your fam again. Enjoy them while you can! No need to apologize for ANYTHING!

[@nickhubbard3671]

8:59 - Looks like a good route across Thailand. Great video!

[@lindabuck2777]

Oh what a lovely ‘delay’ and the universe saying we got what you NEED, and taking good care of you. Precious niece, beautiful sister lovely family, happy you took time for your gran. Paris with Miss P wow, Belgium to see your best buds. Wales is spectacular, but then so is most your island! Happy joyfilled safer travels Paddy! Fabulous vid always enjoy your talking and in depth sharing. Hopefully get my finances goin to contribute in some form or fashion since I’ve been here awhile-fingers crossed! Thanks as always🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@susanreay7061]

Can't believe you walked past my home and I missed you! Thanks for showing Tynemouth in the sunshine. Great video, looking forward to Laos. 🤗

[@heritagehillsecurity8778]

This was a super cool video. It was a pleasure to get more insight into you, family and home.Thank you.

[@juanchocirera]

Hi Paddy nice episode, I like how you resolve this episode and make watchers envolved your situation. Bravo Thanks for show a little bit your country , sometimes we rediscover our hometown watching with different eyes. Whatever you aren’t the same that you was, Asia bring you many experiences, perspective of life and happiness, build yourself as you are, full of plenty. You are half thai already. Cheers ขวัญ

[@cinderella1295]

You pleased us with this vid. but i prefer in SEA, looking forward, and hopefully to see your plans will be successfull ! see you back in TH.......

[@joepallotta2879]

I'm glad you went back home to visit family and good friends, looking forward to you visiting Laos and Cambodia,hopefully you Tyce and Lina deliver another season of the budgeters, its been long overdue,.

[@Mrfrontrow]

PADDY!! Seeing these places I have never been to before is for me "next level" I love it. Don't make it sound so mundane and average because for those of us who have not been there it is fantastic to watch and see all these new places. Keep up the great work. All the best to you from San Diego, California.

[@bextutt1]

Stop apologising 😂 I have watched most of your content and I ❤❤❤ Thailand 🇹🇭 but this is one of my favourite videos from you …. Looking forward to the next 😊 xx

[@evelineeichele2075]

Dear Paddy ... it was a great pleasure to watsching this video ... thank you 🤗

[@KwilliamsFLA]

That was an excellent getaway up North.. Thanks for taking us... South wales looks epic

[@PaddyDoyle.]

It was a nice surprise 🙂

[@AmbientWalking]

Thank you for sharing this with us! Really love the mood created in this. Keep up the great work!

[@Karen-tm8lg]

Thanks for the update. Glad you were able to visit with friends and family!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks Karen 😊

[@travelrefocused]

It was great to get to know you a little better. Thanks for sharing a bit of your home. I do hope things go a little smoother for you moving forward.

[@normanbrown1723]

Don't worry about it. You are real and that's what's important. Love your adventures.

[@sirgalahad1470]

Paddy, in just a matter of a year or so, you have become a master story teller. I loved this video so much. One of the reason I love it so much is that I am thinking about choosing an English town to work remote from next summer, and Newcastle is actually at the top of my list. After attending the Open Golf Championship last summer in St. Andrews, my train from Edinburgh to London stopped in Newcastle for all of 10 minutes, but I was so intrigued by what I saw out the window of the train. The town looked magical ! I would love to see more videos from your stay before you go back to Thailand. And Paddy, never ever apologize for any of your videos. They are, to borrow an old expression, "Must-See TV" ! 🙂

[@travelertrome8449]

Paddy - Although I love Thailand and SE Asia, this vlog was a breath of fresh air! I have never seen you in the UK nor Europe. I loved seeing you reunite with Thys and Damian, and also see a little of your family and you in your homeland. This was different than the norm (which I do enjoy very much) but I loved it! Thank you for sharing! 😎👍🇬🇧🇫🇷🌍

[@markclayton626]

Thanks for sharing, lovely to hear the latest, loved seeing South Wales, was super surprised how beautiful the three peaks are, and of course your niece, I always love seeing the Toon and the surrounding areas, my Ms is from there too, or should I say Toon. Great result against The bees, 5-1, love to Zelda, and really looking forward to the next level adventure. 👍

[@Geoffreyboucher]

Great viewing again Paddy it’s funny seeing you walking the country side in England,,, peace and happiness as always

[@AyeeeItsCam]

This was a cozy lil video. Thanks for showing us bits of your personal life. Won't lie, it would be cool to see you do Next Level Adventures in places like Europe and Africa lol. But until then, excited for more Asia adventures!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

I will for sure one day in the future ☺️

[@gloriabsantos]

That was a nice update. Thank you for sharing your visit home. Safe travels and I look forward to your next adventure!

[@Twincityvisions]

Love love love your videos! It is your authenticity that resonates. Thank you!

[@cryptotrader2779]

Lovely Paddy. In many ways I think it probably did you good to see somewhere else. Wales is beautiful. We always had holidays there most years when we were kids.

[@peteuthai]

I love your philosophy on life and changes. Looking forward to your new adventure!

[@TheThaiLife]

Wow, really good border crossing info. Great update and nice to see you able to visit home.

[@markis2839]

Wow so many other people have made this journey before already I will watch your how you take on this trip .Welcome to Thailand

[@bobspilnt5945]

Wow Paddy! What a content...it's really impossible to not like all your work...Great Great job 👏

[@jamieandhannah_]

It's really cool getting a closer look at your home life and family, it's the break you needed and deserved! Looking forward to more!

[@PosPsycho88]

Wow...a different kind of adventure....is a Homeventure...lovely update Paddy

[@keewong9366]

thank you for sharing a slice of your home in england with us.. enjoy...

[@spokeman]

Another fantastic video Paddy. It was really good to see your personal side. That makes for a great connection between the video maker and the audience. I have so much more to compliment you on with your videos and I will in due time. But what I will say is that if the Discovery Channel was as good as it used to be your show would be one of the best Productions they would have on there.

[@anjybonten8139]

Loving your videos. Best Thailand you tubes. We are going for 3 months and following your adventures so we can explore some of these areas.

[@billweis7638]

I like this type of vlog. A bucket list trip for me would be from Bangkok to Loas to Vietnam to Cambodia and back to Bangkok. I am excited to see this still might be an option.

[@asap6100]

This was a great video! Thanks for sharing. Now I want to go to England; never had the desire before this video... I still have to explore more of Thailand too; retired in this beautiful country. 😊

[@RichHarmer]

I enjoyed this very much. Thank you for bringing us along and keeping us up to date. Some other KZbinrs just leave their channel idle and you don't know what has happened. I live in Thailand and love to see where you go. Today we leave for Vietnam to trace your steps through Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Safe travels 😚

[@andyandy2629]

The best bit about visiting the UK is taking your Thai partner with you. Bow loved visiting their and it is great to visit home and seeing it though her eyes.

[@mauriciopolanco5420]

Thanks to share with us your hometown and relatives. It was nice to see.

[@loganability]

It's good to reconnect with the homeland and family. Wish I had known you were in The Toon I would have stood you a pint or two. Looking forward to the next leg of your journeys.

[@iantroup]

Nothing like a bit of time with family, thanks for sharing, best of luck with your next adventure, take care

[@teresabarberot2506]

Wow! That is some bad flooding! Guess stay away from areas with heavy rain. Just as well you went back home after 5 years. The reunion must have been amazing. Paris would be a dream. Thanks for sharing about your family and where you are from. Beautiful countryside in England and Wales. Enjoy all of your videos. Take care and will watch for your next adventure.🤗

[@arthurvandermeeren3086]

Safe trip back, and looking forward to the content of the Laos trip!

[@ChrisSlack]

Nice video. I like it just as much as the next level adventure ones. Glad you got to recharge with family

[@yazi31]

Nice to hear ur family r doing great... cant wait for ur next videos...

[@julesthompson8832]

Thanks for another great video Paddy; love your genuineness and how you bring us along with your travels, irrespective of where you go (I visited that cat cafe several years ago, they all ignored me!). Great to finally get a glimpse of Miss P (Hello), and a snapshot of your family back home. Have to agree with you that Wales is stunning, then I live here so slightly biased I guess... Really looking forward to next level. Onward and upwards

[@diannelee1267]

I am in Laos now, planning to cross over the friendship bridge from Vientiane to Nong Khai later today. Vientiane has been very quiet in the tourist area near the river, many restaurants and bakeries look as though they have been closed since the beginning of Covid. Entered Laos at the friendship bridge at Chiang Khong/ Huay Xai 12 days ago, not a drop of rain in 12 days, beautiful sunny weather. Can't wait to see where you go and what you get up to in this beautiful country

[@patmcternan]

Hi Paddy, In Ireland ,That gate 13 min in, is called a" kissing gate" its more to stop bikes on walking trails

[@vernonlloyd6920]

Really enjoyed the video Paddy. A bit different from usual but sharing your life a little was great.

[@LeftyWright]

Thanks for the update. Love your channel.

[@kylere795]

Interesting change of regulations... I crossed over in 2008 back when smart phones and GPS weren't even mainstream. I literally just dropped by the border and then decided to pop in for a lookie. Ended up doing the 2 day boat ride with my 125 KSR on the boat, went up to LPB, went up the falls, came back down to VV and crossed back into Thailand, using a paper map and pocket compass.

[@shaunhamer9475]

Hey Paddy. Just back in Bangkok after visiting Chiang Mai, we visited Khao soy mae sai which was delicious but the highlight was elely cafe, wow what a place, we didn’t want to leave. Thanks so much for the recommendations.

[@martinpeacocke8968]

Some things don't go the way expected but you worked out a good situation and saw your family. Brilliant!

[@JBWanders73]

Both of my parents are from Newcastle and live there too. Northumberland coast is incredible! My son was also born up there, in Hexham - it's a lovely part of the world.

[@justinmcintosh6554]

Nice to see you get back with family. I am visiting my folks next week also after 4 years. Must be the season for it. Same country though. Thailand hopefully early next year for my maiden voyage. First of many.

[@wytchend]

You are our Michael Parkinson with a moped! We love you mate. Will hopefully share a cold one with you in BKK soon. Stay awesome!

[@trevor6513]

Lovely video mate. Sometimes the unplanned things can be real gems 👍👍

[@kittenastrophy5951]

Paddy,The peak you see from Phyao Lake is called Doi Nuak ดอยหนอก not Doi Nok ดอยนก . In Thai it means "hump" not a "bird".

[@ThailandThomas]

You have been a busy jet set boy Paddy. Love the kitty cafe. Very happy you got to travel with Miss p and see the mates in the UK! Some very beautiful landscapes. Looking forward Level 3 and new videos back in Asia.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Cheers Thomas 😘

[@ScottandtheKid]

Welcome back. Sounds like you spent some valuable time reconnecting with your roots. Always important.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

it really was an amazing time

[@goxsha791]

Loved this video! Enjoy hearing about your life and what's up.

[@specialized500]

Disk brake not drum brake. Your old bike had a drum at the rear your new bike has a hydraulically operated disk. The front brake has ABS which will stop you locking up the wheel and skidding

[@superfast3444]

I was debating if I should correct him but if he needs to contact a shop it’s good to know correct type of brakes

[@bobcat2960]

Nice and upbeat Paddy despite the unknowns, Pro you are and we love ya', brah. Enjoyed this vlog as usual, nice seeing family and friends. Looking forward to more. Keep us posted and stay safe, brother.

[@paulamatthey9878]

Loved this real life vidéo Paddy. We get to know you more

[@johnsammis-mylifeinthailan1098]

Great video Paddy. You can deviate from “Next Level” anytime. All of your videos are very entertaining. Thanks. John

[@herrzegers]

I love it that you went to my country Belgium....i am from the Flemmisch part bordering Holland... you must have like the Belgian beers... real beer... the best in the world.

[@davidburrows7508]

G'day Paddy loved the video, my mum and her family also came from Newcastle great to see a little slice of the Tyne. I think that you also got to visit the Gower Peninsular, I think, another beautiful part of the world. I would have loved to have been at the game to see the Magpies score those 5 goals. Keep up the good work.

[@mollylochan2750]

Its always wonderful to spend time with your family, looking forward to seeing your next level adventures.

[@kosican5147]

Thanks for sharing Paddy good to see you going back to share some time with ur family England does look pretty good always thought it was cold and gloomy maybe too much watching UK 90s TV programes lol, will be looking forward to Next Level adventures in Laos stay blessed safe travels brother.

[@thesaltysquirrel3425]

Hi Paddy, I have trail 125 here in the states. I've read a few complaints about the brake squeal like you have. Consensus that it's the pad material, cleaning will help but it will come back. Common upgrade is same as the GROMs to a different pad. One Company recommended is EBC part number is FA343HHH for the rear & FA375HH for the front. I know they've took care of you and fixed Zelda up but if it keeps happening pad swap is an easy fix for any mechanic.

[@dealerslicenseops]

WOW, never knew UK was so gorgeous. May have to hit up southern Wales on my world tour!

[@CripplingDuality]

Lovely vid; Wales and northern England are super underrated and it was so nice to see you sharing it with your family. :)

[@Mod-man]

Hey Paddy, glad you turned a negative into a positive. Thanks for sharing a small piece of your life with your family. I look forward to the next adventure. Safe travels. Cheers, Stef

[@bigfellathanks86]

Welcome home paddy, you can't beat crossing the Tyne bridge to know you are home. Howay the lads

[@sarahlameche908]

Hi Paddy and miss P.👍🙂.Sometimes obstacles open new doors. Seeing your family again was one, a trip to Paris and Brussels two others! I'm sure you've rejuvenated yourself well for the next adventures! Thank you for sharing with us a piece of your family intimacy. Good luck in Asia now!👍

[@rosieb4029]

Nice one Paddy - to see the landscape and coastline 🙌🏼🐈🐈‍⬛😄😇

[@sarahdickler]

One of the best episodes! So fun to see where you’re from🫰🏼🌸🥳 can’t wait for Laos 🇱🇦

[@jengirlssoccer]

Don't apologize for a Great vid!

[@kc.brinkman]

looking forward for you're trip to Laos. my girlfriend is thai but in her village they speak the Laos language. in December we go to Thailand again and want to take a trip to laos to see the country of her thai/laos language is from.

[@andyl4776]

Hi paddy nice to come home and catch up with family we live in south wales on the coast not far from Swansea look forward to the next adventure 👍😎👌🤝🙏

[@clarew7702]

We've just been on holiday to Northumberland and Newcastle. We would have been there the same time as you! It is beautiful.

[@tiffanybob922]

Loved this snippet of your home. Beautiful 😍

[@hans-ulrichfischer963]

hi Paddy, nice clip... special so compared to the asian travel... happy to see you enjoying european holidays

[@bayleecharlton5308]

Being a tourist in Paris and going home looked so refreshing for you 🎉

[@loraexplorer3653]

I actually really enjoyed this episode! So many different impressions. Makes me wanna travel even more! England is high up on the bucket list, but which country isn‘t 😅😉

[@JerseyCityGuy]

Thanks! Quite enjoyable. Now I have to get to Paris

[@richardcox8625]

Hi Paddy, can't wait for you to get to Laos. We loved our time there and you will too. Great Honda sorted your brakes for free (btw the rear brake is disc not drum 😁). Keep up the good work.

[@nigelhumphreysfsuk2833]

Welcome home paddy I’ve been back and forth to Thailand since 2008 And when i get back to wales I’m reminded of it’s beauty, i love Thailand for the weather lifestyle and food and plan to he back in Thailand for at least a couple of months next year 😅