Expat Retirement in Thailand vs. Philippines/Which is Best for You?

[@bigdave5946]

I’ve been a follower of both of you since the pandemic. I can see both hitting it off you both have positive personalities. I’m glad it happened so much fun .

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @bigdave5946 Thank you for following along! We're happy to share our experiences with others.

[@jacobac07]

Old Dog and Richie Mac, it doesn’t get much better than this! What a surprise collab!

[@tombkk1322]

Paul, on of your best videos. The chemistry between the two of you was very infectious. He’s a very nice and positive guy. We need more people like him.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @tombkk1322 Thank you so much! Means a lot coming from you!

[@clint1261]

Can't believe you got Zoom to Thailand vlogger on your show! Dude has an outstanding channel and his personality is hilarious. Good to see you're doing well.

[@brianleonard6885]

This gentleman sussessfuul because of his attitude = when I go somewhere I embrace the culture! 🎉❤🎉 keep living and loving and spreading kindness as you do.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @brianleonard6885 Love it! Embracing the culture makes all the difference. Thanks for the kind words!

[@BillyCarmack]

Paul.. You are kind of my hero & i've been watching you for a few years.. This interview is one of your better ones.. I'm almost 83 years old & my dream is to have an interview with you.. I'm married to a filipino for 14 years now.. There is a 32 year age gap between us but we are still strong.. My hope is i live long enough to live full time in the Philippines.. Keep on doing what you're doing what you are.. Go cat go.....

[@user-bg2ig5xc3e]

Love to see the interview

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @BillyCarmack Thanks, means a lot coming from you! I'm glad you enjoyed the interview. Hopefully, our paths will cross soon. Best regards.

[@sassinthepius]

Wow! Paul, I just loved this collaboration… you two are my favorite vloggers and you guys really seemed to feed off of each other. I loved every minute of it!👊🏽

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @sassinthepius Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed the collab!

[@lostinasia25]

Probably the most honest down to earth interview. I live full time in Thailand for the reasons mentioned. However, the Philippines has the most friendly English speaking Filipinos. The weather is about 10° overall cooler. Humidity is tough when it's 93° daytime & cools to 87° at night in Thailand. The Filipina women are hard working and willing to relocate. Thailand women generally prefer Thailand to stay life long.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @lostinasia25 Thanks for the kind words! We agree, Filipino hospitality is unmatched.

[@aborne7]

Thanks! Great fun listening. Your talks are prime time TV quality

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Thank you very much 😊

[@AidaJof]

What a great video, Paul. I could have sat there watching you all day. You truly are brothers from another mother😅 Lots of energy, goodwill, freshness and great outlook on life. You needed a friend like this one Pauley🌟🌟🌟

[@KingBeeStacker]

Richie has no idea what a racist Paul is

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @AidaJof Thanks for the kind words! Means a lot to me.

[@jackbear4528]

You guys are LIVING life at the fullest!!! Great interview 👍

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @jackbear4528 Thanks, we're loving every moment of it!

[@oliviar267]

Oh my gosh!! Almost at 100k subscribers! How exciting!!! 💜

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @oliviar267 Thanks for your excitement! We're thrilled too!

[@juancarlosvaldes4538]

Great interview Paul with Ritchie and wish him the best in Thailand!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @juancarlosvaldes4538 Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@D-E-Raptor]

Welcome back Ritchie. I began my southeast Asia journey in Hong Kong, but Philippines is where I found myself again. Always watching you, even when I was in Africa.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Appreciate you!!! 💯🙌🏽

[@BadEinstein1]

I love this guy, going to check out his channel immediately. His description of the women in Thailand versus the Philippines has me now set on Thailand! I love thin women with more traditional Asian features. That’s my next destination…

[@ZoomToThailand]

Awesome! Enjoy!

[@martypoll]

Yeah . . . I wouldn’t agree that all the women in Thailand are thin. What I would say about Thailand, and I suspect the rest of SE Asia, is that they are feminine.

[@roman_r-q2u]

Just remember: u re nobody for a Thai lady . U re a rock star for a Philippina. I ve been to both countries

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @BadEinsteinReal Thanks for checking us out and considering Dumaguete as a retirement spot too! We're glad you enjoyed the video.

[@HexFlex-ss9rm]

Uncle Paulie knocking it out of the park again! Another great interview with another great guy !! ❤❤❤🎉

[@ZoomToThailand]

💯🙌🏽

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @HexFlex-ss9rm Thanks, mate! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@briandumont7272]

I picked Thailand, specifically Chiang Mai, for several reasons. It feels more like Asia, if you know what I mean. Some of the best motorcycling in the world. Medical care is top notch. There is more history and, hate to say it, but it's cleaner. Of course the food and coffee culture also. Don't get me wrong, I love the Philippines, but for me Thailand comes up on top.

[@darryl.c7972]

I live in Chiang Mai and know how you feel!😊

[@wildbill7081]

You are right about everything you stated and and I have lived in the Philippines over 33 years now but my heart is still there in Thailand............

[@filipinocaress-xi5pq]

don't forget to add your illegal drugs

[@wildbill7081]

from your comment sounds like your forgot to take your drugs today what are you even talking about @@filipinocaress-xi5pq

[@filipinocaress-xi5pq]

@@darryl.c7972 not at all, in many countries it can take you to a free home and board isolated hermitic morose lifestyle the rest of your life

[@gaylegoeschel9850]

Paul, I just recently joined your channel and have watched 6--8 of your videos and enjoyed them so much. I think you have chosen a great wife she is hard working and seems SO kind. Keep up the good work. 😊

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Awesome, thank you!

[@ajpw2d489]

Paul is a very lively interviewer. Enjoyed watching his videos.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

I appreciate your support 🙏

[@malikkweli8627]

Mr. Paul is a true Gem! Wise man that I take notes from..... definitely appreciate his perspective 💯💯💯💯

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @malikkweli8627 Thanks for watching and for your kind words!

[@martypoll]

Funny 😆 I also had a Gilligan’s Island experience. I was just visiting a friend who retired to Thailand and I fell in love with the place immediately. 2015. The cliche response was returning to the US and immediately booking my next trip to Thailand. I moved to Bangkok in 2017 after three month long tourist trips. Married a Thai woman, lived in Bangkok 6 years, built a house in Isaan in 2022, and have been living in the countryside for 14 months. I agree with your guest. Thailand handled Covid pretty darn well, not perfect, but I am glad I was here rather than the US. Not mentioned but important to me is the religious cultural differences between Thailand and the Philippines. I am non-religious. It was a surprise to me how nice it was to be in a Buddhist, that is non-Christian, culture. I didn’t think about the Christian religious background to the US until I was immersed in the nonjudgmental Buddhist culture of Thailand. In a Catholic country the holidays would repel/bore me. Here in Thailand they are colorful, vibrant and interesting. Different strokes for different folks.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @martypoll Thanks! We've enjoyed our experience with Filipino culture too!

[@vikingrogaland2844]

I have lived in the Philippines for a total of 9 years, and really non stop for 6 years in Mindanao. I am writing this from my room in Pattaya, Thailand. I have lived for 4 years in Thailand in total. I live here because of financial issues, but I am SO happy that I will soon return to Mindanao and meet my wife and my boy again. Thailand is a great place to stay for a couple of weeks, but nothing can beat the friendliness of the Filipinos. Stuff is WAY cheaper here in Thailand than in the Philippines, all from rentals to groceries. Summer is here now in Thailand, and I have no Airconditioner (not allowed here due to the electrical setup that can not handle AC), so I am basically living in the shower here, buying ice and putting it in the air cooler that I have here. There are so many sexy ladies here in Thailand but they are way out of my League. In the Philippines the young sexy women love me, so I feel like a Rock Star over there. Here in Thailand I am a nobody.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @vikingrogaland2844 Thanks for sharing your experience! We love the Filipino culture and friendliness too. Stay cool in Pattaya!

[@PaulOviews]

Another great video. Thank you. Very fair conclusions too. It really is a matter of personal preferences

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @PaulOviews Thanks, appreciate your feedback!

[@NelsonCummings]

I got to say Paul old dog do tricks and zoom to Thailand are like the best guys are my favorites. I have a few my favorites. Both of you are great and a great source of information of both places. Keep up the great work both of you😊

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Absolutely

[@soundsformeditation8531]

My azz is in route Paul. I will be part of the 10% that arrives and thrives. Thank you for my first and most important consultation sir. Be there in 7 days.🎉

[@claudiam8051]

I’m just a gal in Manhattan. I don’t know how you ended up in my feed or why I’m listening to this, but you are a great storyteller! Lol.

[@WhoWouldWantThisName]

What a fun interview. I will have to check out Zoom To Thailand. This really has me torn. I have been thinking about maybe making the Philippines a second home for the winters and English is a huge factor but,,,, you've made a compelling argument for Thailand too. Oh and the weather seems like an easier adjustment as well in the PI for those of us going back and forth between the states and SEA. Internet is a big deal for me but I hear there's one or two places in the Philippines that have a pretty solid connection and stable power. I guess so long as I don't buy anything we don't have to choose. We can do both and more.

[@EndlessPursuits79]

Awesome to see you too connect; I enjoy both channels' content. I've also thought about setting up a homebase in one of the two countries. While my initial choice was going to be Thailand, the visa situation for under 50 individuals is getting harder there. The Philippines just seems to be the easier of the two. But as ya'll mention, there is nothing stopping me from jumping between the two.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @EndlessPursuits79 Thanks for watching! We're glad you enjoy our content and considering both countries for your expat adventure.

[@WinstonLorde]

GREAT INTERVIEW!!! HAVE THIS GUY BACK!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @WinstonLorde Thanks for the love! We're glad you enjoyed the interview.

[@samiam8114]

Good points about the weather and tourist seasons starting at 16:13. Those two are not often mentioned as disadvantages of Thailand vs the PI.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @samiam8114 Thanks for pointing that out! Weather and tourist seasons can be a big factor in expat life. We've definitely noticed that difference here in Dumaguete.

[@jeffa9171]

@ZoomToThailand HOLLYWOOD SHUFFLE!!!! Loved that movie when it came out. Seen it more times than I can count. Endlessly quotable. Great to see you on Paul's channel.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Thanks! I HAD A GREAT TIME!

[@Pgeezykid]

Nice! I love the collaboration!

[@phmiii]

Thank you, Amazing Interview! Please keep up the wonderful work.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @phmiii Thank you, we appreciate your support!

[@NotinKansasanymore]

Hey Paul, I’ve commented on several of your videos and first off. I agree with you 90% of people that are watching that I’ll never be over there now. I’ve been to Thailand eight times and I’ve written it off I I can’t speak their language I’m constantly putting my foot in my mouth. Do I think they have a better infrastructure yes do I think they havebetter medical facilities yes do I think the food is better? Yes, but the Philippines is where I’m gonna be.

[@kathiemathias212]

Always the language barrier cause humans generally are social beings.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @whynotthailand2024 Thanks for sharing your experience! We're glad you found our content helpful in making an informed decision.

[@philipcooper3330]

Solid interview Paul, thanks for doing this one. Very informative interview with lots of information shared! Great job

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@warrpedd]

Philippines makes it so much easier for foreigners to stay longer than Thailand.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @warrpedd Couldn't agree more! We've had a seamless experience settling into life here.

[@JamesNguyen-fe6it]

Another great interview! I say go wherever you can find love or your soulmate. Both countries have pros vs cons. Family is also very important.

[@leavinforadream]

What the Heck...??? What a MOST pleasant surprise...! ABSOLUTELY LOVE both of these guys...! This was a great interview!! I will be going to Dumaguete and Thailand later this year!! Zoom Tribe....!!

[@musicguy866]

Nice guy, great vibes!!! Thank you Paul!!!

[@jimmyg4428]

Wow - incredible chemistry and just can feel the warmth … This is what I, we , folks are looking for.. Good people when you decide where to go . Been to both , respect both . Keep up with each other and do more videos! Be well .

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @jimmyg4428 Thanks for the kind words! We're glad you enjoy our content.

[@Gary-kg4ok]

Loved this episode Paul

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Gary-kg4ok Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@nottelling620]

HI PAUL , EXCELLENT INTERVIEW. He seems like a nice funny guy. Not that anybody cares BUT MEDICAL issues are STOPPING me from being there. I have said this before , your channel and a few others , make my day HAPPY. TY PAUL GOD BLESS CIAO

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @nottelling620 Thanks for watching and enjoying the interview! Sorry to hear about medical issues holding you back.

[@ericg9092]

Great video. And Paul with the shoutout to Coffeyville Kansas! I was surprised to hear that he knew where it's at. :)

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @ericg9092 Appreciate the love for Coffeyville, Kansas! We're glad to represent our hometown in this corner of the world.

[@johnsonjohan7]

What a fun video....two of my favorite people

[@koufax174]

Interesting contrasts. I love both countries. Both are beautiful and have beautiful people. Great interview Paul. Retired Working for You is an excellent channel for everything Thailand

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@steveramirezsr5342]

Enjoyed the video, he’s had more energy than an energy drink😂. Thanks for the video Paul. Steve

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

😁

[@KingBeeStacker]

wow that was clever

[@LoveScottland]

It's not about the weather, I'm 55 and live in Phoenix, AZ and it's 90 to 120 degrees 8 months of the year!...it's about in all honestly the woman you like and the life style and the comfort of living and medical care is the most important regardless!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @LoveScottland Well said! Lifestyle, women, and medical care are key factors for many expats. Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@kevinkennedy4305]

Great conversation!! I recognize my man from some movies, sitcoms. Good actor!

[@CornellRoach]

Your man ? 🤔 hmmm you on the low

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @kevinkennedy4305 Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@cucumber1004]

Thai has healthy food, better infrastructure, less crimes, better health medical service etc

[@enzos711]

Just don't breathe that Air from Nov - Apr

[@RONALD......]

But can you get a girl friend if you're an older expat in Thailand??.. If not , then Thailand 🇹🇭 can't compete with the Philippines 🇵🇭 👍🏾

[@kathiemathias212]

And language barrier. A biggie unless you want to learn the language or become soooooo isolated. You need people interaction or things go downhill mentally.

[@DiFinni]

@@RONALD...... How old, like grandpa age?

[@wesgraham2262]

And Thailand also has the worst, most expensive and complicated Immigration visa requirements in ALL of southest Asia.

[@LeslieEaston]

Another great interview Paul Keep up the good work

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @LeslieEaston Thanks! Appreciate your support!

[@anunnaki64]

I was hoping these 2 guys would meet. Great!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @frantzlauredant3425 Thanks for your enthusiasm! We're glad you enjoyed the video.

[@JefeLee1267]

Great to see yall together, there is hope.

[@ZoomToThailand]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

Great interview. Richie Mac is a high energy character! I still can't decide where I'm retiring, but Thailand and The Philippines are in my top 3.

[@JakeTheSnake500]

Which other country is in your top 3?

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

Vietnam or Cambodia.@@JakeTheSnake500

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @johnsmith-gs4qf Thanks for watching! We're glad you enjoyed the interview. Best of luck with your retirement decision!

[@mikec5451]

I live in a part of the Phils that I would not trade for anywhere in Thailand. Super clean air all year, crystal clear waters and very peaceful. I love Thailand too ( parts of it) and it's just a couple hours away for a vacation. Thai food is definitely better, but that is why I have a garden to grow things like Basil and mint etc. Our internet is quite good where I am.

[@BadEinstein1]

What part of Thailand did you visit, and where is the best place to live in your opinion?

[@mikec5451]

I have been all over Thailand except the northeast, but have been south of there in Cambodia. I live part time in Anda Bohol.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @mikec5451 Thanks for sharing your positive experience in the Philippines! We're loving our life here too.

[@andreasjohnson9041]

You guys are awesome 😎. What you both are talking about is so true. Thanks for such a great interview with great questions and answers!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @andreasjohnson9041 Thanks for watching and we're glad you enjoyed the video!

[@therehastobesomethingmoore]

Another great thing about the Philippines is that you can stay on a tourist visa for 3 years, take a Thai vacation, and get another 3 years.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @therehastobesomethingmoore That's a great strategy! We've done it ourselves, actually.

[@jerrymarshall2728]

What a fun interview! 😂🤣 You’ve met your match in humor, Paul. But I’ll stay here in the Philippines ❤️🇵🇭👍

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @jerrymarshall2728 Thanks for watching and enjoying the interview! We're loving it here too!

[@bobjohnson7441]

Enjoyed very much. Been to Thailand, Philippines are on my list.

[@philrose7716]

Richie Mac actor turned director from Los Angeles California by way of Chicago. I have starred in over 50 national commercials from McDonald’s, to IBM, to coca cola to Disney World. I have worked with Barry Levinson, Joe Piytka and Michael Bass to name a few. By watching them, I caught the bug for filmmaking. Mentored by Robert Townsend as an actor and director, and graduating from New York Film Academy. I learned all the facets of Filmmaking I was best in, from writing to directing to editing. I believe to be a good director, you have to be a good editor. To me, they go hand-in-hand. I’m known for being not only super talented, easy to work with, and extremely versatile. I grew up in South Central but was raised in a conservative Jewish family where I had to keep kosher during the week and deal with Gangs whe I went home on the weekends. I am not afraid of hard work, I know how to meet deadlines and I love working inder pressure. Thanks for reading and I look forward to hearing from you on any and all quality projects, no matter the budget.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @philrose7716 Thanks for sharing your impressive background, Richie! We appreciate your enthusiasm for filmmaking and hope to collaborate someday!

[@JefeLee1267]

Wow, my two best guy in the world.

[@NelsonCummings]

Totally agree, two of my favorites channels. Great information. Great entertainment

[@JefeLee1267]

May have go their and see if it real.

[@KingBeeStacker]

​@@JefeLee1267come and see , you will find out Paul. is a racist , i cant speak for Richie . Paul is bisexual and can be found in the glory hole in Dumaguete

[@GoodMan-fq2rf]

Hey Paul, you and sunshine shoulders I considered the Expat godfathers of the Philippines 🇵🇭 but Richie(Zoom to Thailand) and James(Chocolate Man in Thailand) are the Expat godfathers of Thailand 🇹🇭. I shared with you in past comments that I want to spend half of my time in Thailand 🇹🇭 and the other half in the Philippines 🇵🇭,so that I can have the best of both worlds.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Dig That!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @GoodMan-fq2rf Thanks for sharing your thoughts! We're glad to be part of your Philippine experience.

[@ValslifeHealthJourney]

There are haters everywhere. Keep living your life and putting the good vibes out.

[@philippineantics]

One of your best interviews... ❤

[@franktaylor7617]

😎👍🇺🇲 My thoughts exactly. I'd like to bounce back and forth whenever the mood strikes me. Go take advantage of what each countries has to offer. The Phils to relax and recuperate at a nice little homebase. Thailand for the food, exploration and so on. ( Yes I know the Philippines has a million things to see and experience, but I can just say "food" 😁) Cheers to yhe both of you from Fluffy in the PNW Seattle WA area. ✌️

[@grandadan]

As usual, Excellent interview!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@amigo2k10]

The Philippines will catch up in time give it time guys leave the U.S. lets build a better world overseas lets not destroy their culture live and embrace their culture

[@Vietnam_Era_Veteran]

Yah, the Philippines will catch up in about another 20 - 30 yrs or so.

[@Dividend-Shark90]

If PI can setup and market their visas towards westerners looking to make the move they will catch up sooner than later. Thailand visas are slowly becoming harder and more expensive.

[@carollasley6610]

The Philippines is great but will not "catch up"...... don't be ignorant to the facts

[@lisaraps2697]

Philippines will catch up if we get rid off the Current president …corruption is back sadly

[@kathiemathias212]

@@Vietnam_Era_Veteranwhy would anyone want to be like USA? Apples and oranges comparison. Go for whatever makes you a better person.

[@williammit1332]

Speaking for myself, I love both of you. Hello from Jomtein Thailand.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @williammit1332 Thanks! We appreciate your kind words and are glad to have you along on our expat journey!

[@edic2619]

Great job Paul

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @edic2619 Thanks!

[@gobfranklin6759]

Great interview. Thanks

[@sonja8942]

Great video!

[@Dividend-Shark90]

Hey guys I'll throw this one out to either one of your channels but I'd be curious to hear more on visas for Thailand vs Philippines, I am sure the bulk of your audience is either retired or younger travelers so maybe the visa issue is not a big deal as many countries offer retirement visa for older folks. But there are some of us in our 30s/40s ready to make a permanent move and from what I have found visas are the contention, in Thailand at least the "golden visas" have dramatically increased and still put a time limit on number of years for your stay. Thanks, and keep up the great videos!

[@darryl.c7972]

I live in Thailand on a retirement visa, [long stay] you need to be 50 yrs old and have a thai bank account with a balance of 800,000 thai baht about $24,000.00 USD or monthly income of 65,000,00 thai baht around 2,000 USD. if under 50, there are other options. just google Thailand visas for long stay.

[@owen7412]

You can get a edu visa in Thailand for a year....

[@Dividend-Shark90]

@@owen7412 yep this is right but 1 year I do not consider a permanent move. Coming from USA or Canada permanently to SE Asia some of us are looking for longer then that.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Dividend-Shark90 Thanks for the suggestion! We'll definitely cover visa options for both countries in an upcoming video.

[@Yani-j4r]

Shout out to Richie Mac! Great interview.

[@Randy30165]

Two of the top dogs from coast to coast together!

[@RoadTrekker866]

Hello Paul, are you mistaking Ventura Boulevard for Victory Boulevard? Ventura Boulevard crosses through Studio City, south of North Hollywood. Victory Boulevard crosses through North Hollywood.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Yes! It all haplened by chance. Shout out to El Guapo @beautifuklies

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @RoadTrekker866 Thanks for correcting me! I'll make sure to get the streets right next time.

[@sagora3114]

Great interview thanks fellas

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @sagora3114 Thanks for watching!

[@michael_Jon7]

Hey Paul, how are you? I enjoy your content. Keep up the good work brother 🐸🤗

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Thank you, I will

[@philippinesinfulleffect]

Very enjoyable time Paul!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Thank you my friend ❤️

[@MimiPerez-b8u]

Mr. Paul I am watching you interview your guest Richie . It was a pretty good conversation. Watching from Inglewood California.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @user-mp8qq2ys2u Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! We're loving life here in Dumaguete.

[@raphaelroberson1129]

Great to see you guys enjoying life. I'm going to arrange a golf time for both when I get there. I can't wait.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @raphaelroberson1129 Thanks, looking forward to it!

[@billg3388]

Good video Paul. I have been mostly in Thailand, Bangkok, for 3 months. I love Thailand. I have been to Phuket twice in the last year. Great place, expensive, and loaded with Russians running from the war. That is fine, happy they have somewhere to go but it does make prices go up. I also spent 3+ weeks in the Phils including 4 days in Duma. Great place as well. Keep up the good work! But I also will go back to USA.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @billg3388 Thanks for sharing your experiences in Thailand and the Philippines, glad you enjoyed Dumaguete!

[@frank5436]

I've been enjoying your channel for a long time Paul among several others and has been planning to move to the Philippines from Southwest Florida for a few years. Just recently I've been considering Malaysia. I wish you would visit there and let us know your opinion. Thanks for another excellent video

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @frank5436 Thank you! We're glad you enjoy our channel and find it helpful in your expat planning journey.

[@elpidioreal9917]

Only the most virgin Pacific Ocean 🌊 water 💦 that enters the Philippines and exits to various Asian countries due to the rotation of the earth 🌍🌎. Love the Philippine beaches. Same is true about air.

[@vloginvain]

03:42 That's exactly the vibe I get from Pattaya.

[@marcrichard7251]

Paul great video…. I’ve been watching Richie Mac for years… love both your channel’s 😊

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Awesome, thank you!

[@ccrider8483]

Based upon this video I will not be watching/subscribing to Richie Mac's videos or channel. He claims to be an actor, but who has ever seen him in anything?

[@drumwhacker4601]

A simple search will show you his credits.@@ccrider8483

[@samiam8114]

There is also Vietnam. Only thing is no retirement visa (yet) but you can currently renew the 90 day indefinitely. There are expats living there and doing that.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Yes! I gotta get to Vietnam!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @samiam8114 Good point, Vietnam's an option too! We'll consider it in a future video. Thanks for sharing!

[@Dave_Tae]

Good vlog Paul, Zooms a nice guy.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Dave_Tae Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@goodguyswinning8721]

Interesting to see these guys together.. great 👍

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @goodguyswinning8721 Thanks! We're glad you enjoyed the comparison.

[@TDE1593]

I thought he looked familiar...Webster!...pretty cool, haven't seen him in years.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @TDE1593 Ha! Small world! Thanks for watching, Webster's a great guest!

[@kevinreeves188]

Good collaboration I rock with both of you guys.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Appreciate that! 🙌🏽

[@kevinreeves188]

@@ZoomToThailand Hey Richie another good callab...is Philippina Pea. While in the area

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @kevinreeves188 Thanks! Appreciate your support!

[@jamesb777driver]

Funny interview 😂 was great 👍

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @jamesb777driver Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Manila-sb3sn]

Two nice guys, nice video Pau thanks for sharing.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Manila-sb3sn Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@samspade2131]

Some wind socks for the mics would help, Paul.

[@scottmason6282]

Thanks Guys Very Informative ! Hope All Of You Have A Great Night ! 🙂🙂🙂🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @scottmason6282 Thanks! Appreciate your feedback!

[@scottmason6282]

You're Welcome Paul ! Hope You And Mae Have A Wonderful Day ! 🙂🙂🙂🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯

[@jspice-kl2wc]

Great video and a super great interview. What was his channel one more time. Thank you.

[@ZoomToThailand]

Hahaha Zoom to Thailand! (Another shameless plug😅)

[@LT-wt8jn]

Richie Mac is a G.O.A.T!

[@AidaJof]

😅😅😅

[@AidaJof]

​@@ZoomToThailand You were great and what an awesome personality🌟 Wishing you all the best for you and your lady🙏

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @jspice-kl2wc Thanks! The guest's channel is Expat Life TV.

[@kevinbrooks5523]

Love this very much!!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Thank you!!

[@Cool_Breeze_Rockies]

What a hoot!!! Get ready for the new Philippine comedy duo. 🤣

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Cool_Breeze_Rockies Thanks for watching!

[@Max-oi9es]

Great video and the points made were a bullseye in my book. I was 49 when i landed in the Philippines, one month later i turned 50. This move was the single most best birthday present to myself. Even more so than the home i had bought myself in America. I didn't think life could get any better than being a paid in full home owner; boy was i wrong! I would rather live in a hut here vs a mansion there. Improving my health from work related hazards and my social life was paramount, and ✔️✔️. This May ill be 51 and I'm happily dating a young kind hearted smoke show with a high sense of traditional family values. They way most of these young ladies think about life just hits differently. Far from the dysfunction and abstract dating agendas i had grown to expect living in the U.S. 50 years later you'll turn and ask yourself, where did it go and what has it gained me? But here i live day by day happier than ever 😎 no questions asked and no regrets.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @Max-oi9es Thanks for sharing your amazing story! We're glad to hear you've found happiness in the Philippines.

[@ruel_1]

Wow legendary interview

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @ruel_1 Thanks!

[@soundsformeditation8531]

That was a great interview Big Dog😂. And I know the movie he mentioned well. 👍

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @soundsformeditation8531 Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joanlavarias6705]

Just been to Thailand, specifically Phuket and Bangkok, I am Filipino and US citizen also, I may be bias but I think Philippines is much better than Thailand. Overall, Philippines is better culturally, their beaches are dirty even far away from the cities. Patong beach is dirty, would not dare to dip at all, there's so much sex trade there, looks like morality is degraded. Communication is hard. Philippines definitely can be a comfortable home.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Hi @joanlavarias6705 Thanks for sharing your perspective! We agree that the Philippines has its own unique charm.