5 Benefits of Living in Bangkok Thailand

Benefits of Living in Bangkok Thailand
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[@dexterspeights3484]

BKK blows NYC out of the water with better quality of life, low crime and good infrastructure at a reasonable price.

[@jonhobson3592]

I been here 7 months , love the food choices , the freedom , the friendly people . Respect the rules & culture & all will be good 😊

[@jonhobson3592]

And yes lots of lovely ,hot 🥵 smoking women around .. banks , 7-11, in coffee shops , malls 😊..

[@thelemonpepperdon]

@@jonhobson3592did you retire out there? The reason I'm asking is becoming I'm fourty and want to move out there next year and am not sure what type of visa to get.

[@jonhobson3592]

@@thelemonpepperdon I’m 59. Quit the expensive uk & trying my luck here. Not sure which visa you’d get ..

[@thelemonpepperdon]

@@jonhobson3592 thanks for the info looks like I'll probably have to get a student visa from what I been able to find

[@lucidlifestyle8799]

Do you speak any Thai?

[@jerrymylove1754]

Thailand is better than most other countries in the SEA. I know this first hand as I have been traveling through each one for years. I like that Thais mind their own business. They don’t stare and gossip incessantly like Filipinos and Indonesian. They are not as hostile as Malaysians which are big time xenophobes. If you are here in Thailand to spend money and relax then Thailand is the place to be in this part of the world. The only thing is that the visa situation sucks in Thailand.

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

exactly,,,,i live in the PI,,,,,filipinos gossip constantly about nonsense and so jealous

[@DT-gs3wi]

Totally agreed 😊

[@philliproberts7294]

Hahaha that's very funny Thais are the biggest gossipers in the world take it from me I can speak Thai and my wife and her friends gossip all day jing jing

[@cole_passportbro]

Well said

[@kieran9349]

Great, valuable, wholesome content. From someone who has lived in Thailand for 4 years (SEA 6), I can attest to everything this man says here

[@jnsa9454]

Kieran, everyone has their "enough" number, and curious your take if $2-3k USD monthly for simple yet comfortable lifestyle in BKK condo is emough? Thoughts?

[@gmbeahan]

Yes, that is plenty enough. Condos are half the rent or buy price 10km away from city center, but much farther into the suburbs, you'd need to buy a car, a big jump in cost, complication, and legal responsibility.@@jnsa9454

[@kieran9349]

@@jnsa9454 2k is more than enough to live like a king. I live on 1500 a month. I don't drink alcohol though. Biggest epxense here is alochol

[@oshiba8860]

The part about the women is true if you are Asian yourself. A Thai woman who throws herself at some random white tourist is by definition not traditional...The visa situation (elite visa 4x in price, retirement visa requires more monthly income) is a sign that Thailand is trying to distance itself from the low quality foreigners that used to rock up and act like kings.

[@kdu1]

Some condos have 7 Eleven right in the building. You don’t even need to walk across the street for everyday necessities.

[@darwinjina]

I get weird looks when I told my coworkers that I buy stuff from 7/11 in Thailand. They think it's a downgrade. Yea, they would never be seen in 7/11. Personally, I would love to own a 7/11 in Thailand, as they are always busy

[@leesmith9299]

money don't buy happiness but it makes being miserable a hell of a lot easier

[@dexterspeights3484]

Money buys FREEDOM, SECURITY and QUALITY of LIFE!

[@natchan1150]

money doesn't guarantee happiness but not having money almost guarantees your life will be miserable.

[@Serena_9]

Money can surely buy most happiness the world has to offer.

[@teaguejelinek4038]

Well money can buy a jetski

[@annakazimirova4646]

I was in Bangkok September in Pattaya, I am going again, January

[@Rockys..]

Much appreciated! Love the insights of living in Bangkok!

[@sl5946]

Forrest is back! I love when you put out a new video

[@phenomatuan]

Love the content Forrest, keep it coming.

[@aboran7]

This is quality stuff! Pls keep it coming. Perhaps more on your regular places, the bar you showed?

[@maximt1401]

Would love to hear more about networking with quality people in Bangkok.

[@karlcarloshuderz]

I want to go to Bangkok in the next few weeks. I love your honest and serious opinions and experiences. You talk very calm and relaxed, very authentic. This means a lot to me, love your channel.

[@method341]

Agree about finding a good woman in BKK vs the west. My friend is happily married to a Thai from BKK and they have several children together. He seems happy enough so I'm guessing it's a win!

[@Jeditilt]

Awesome info. Thanks man!

[@tyhan2159]

love this video, very useful!

[@claussorensen4269]

Very informative and I'd say your manner of delivery is very honest.

[@PLATINUMSWORDS]

Love the honesty bro.

[@BobGoodi]

Very nice of you sharing facts here brother man.👊🏾

[@pepeee548]

Relationships in bangkok dont last much, that is a fact and all can say that. Problems such as long distance, too many options, dating apps, cheating, money, take care stuff. So you’ll see men and ladies constantly single and changing partner

[@MyLifeThai371]

If your looking for women that want to start a family, your better off with the Philippines. I have lived in both the Philippines and Thailand.

[@yellowjoe.2000]

Great videos and information. Headed to bangkok today. great city. Very similar to you. retired young (but still working), index fund investing, hard workouts training daily. minimalistic lifestyle.

[@gregorylunsford3991]

Another great information video ........ thanks

[@yanarak19]

Love this video 😊

[@ahmadazhariawang3051]

Well said bro. Wise man. Cheers n take care.

[@davidparker2173]

You are stretching, and bending my mind now in the direction of Bangkok. My fear of a giant city you help me overcome by realizing that big cities are full of localities, and it is a matter of finding a locality that might fit one's pace. Where would one even begin in a city as big as Bangkok? Good to hear that they are still sexually normal with strong fathers. I really don't want no snakes up my pants. The original Siamese; a great and a noble people; may they flourish always. Very unique.

[@fastj1962]

We agree, we love the eating choices in Thailand, and the cost is amazingly inexpensive. The one thing that you can not get is good steak. (I'm sure there is an exception but haven't found it) We live in southern California and LA has the largest concentration of Thai people in the USA. We run into thai people often and my wife being thai, we get the best service when we eat at Thai resturants. guess what question I ask the thai Wait staff? "did you like steak in thailand?" The answer is always no. Next question, "Do you like steak now that you live in the USA" The answer is always yes and their eyes light up and the conversation always expands from there about the poor quality of beef they have in thailand (Generally) ITs gonna be one ot the things I am going to miss but I'll get over it. I live in Westminster(orange country) FYI. If you were to door dash here at 3am, you wouldn't believe the options.... Every trip I come back from Thailand I'm lost for a week or two because I miss all the thai low cost choices of great food.

[@jomontanee]

You can learn to cook your own STEAK 🥩 in Thailand.

[@darwinjina]

Have you bought some from Makro? Curious if you liked their steak

[@thinktwice4227]

If you run that good steak restaurant in Thailand, it would be great and I'll be surely your customer. 😅😅😅

[@fastj1962]

@@darwinjina One thing most american men can do is make a steak to their liking. Thats the baseline for me. I'm spoiled, I installed machinery for about 7 years for a company traveling the USA and Canada as much at 45 weeks in a year and no less than 30. The Small company I worked for made all their $ from my work. (My boss was the sales man so I guess he did a couple things...lol) After the first 3 months of this when I was already about to hang myself, my boss made sure I knew I could have a steak dinner every night if I wanted. While I didn't do that, (I'd be over 300lbs if I had) I had at least one steak dinner on every trip.... (typically monday through friday) So yeah, I know a little about Ribeyes. I think in thailand its the availability of good meet. My wife told me she didn't eat steak before she moved to the USA. I said, thats fine, but the first time I BBQed she had steak. She's never skipped steak night since. When I move to Thailand, I'm going to be chained to a resturant though. If you want a resturant to work, you gotts be there every day, that would be hard with all the traveling I'll be doing. :) By the way.... My two favorite spots in North America are "Steak house 10" in Denver. Went there and was greeted by the Owner who is Greek. Called and got a reservation a month later when I was back in town and when I showed up 4 hours later, He remembered my name when I walked in the door.... Thats Pro. FYI George is the best Waiter.... The other spot oddly is in Montreal Ca. on the waterfront. Le Keg... Amazing food and I watched a hockey Game at the Bar and everyone knew the rules..... Refreshing thing for an American hockey Referee to experience...haha

[@fastj1962]

@@darwinjina Do they have a resturant?

[@DaUloi]

1 usd to Thb 36.68. Let's go!

[@carlyndolphin]

Love your videos. Where was this video filmed? I might visit there when I’m next in Bangkok.

[@bijanbayne3259]

Rainy season this year in Hua Hin and Pattaya isn't a hot during the day as you're describing it in Bangkok. I haven't spent much time in Bangkok since July- when it was scorching. I'm retired and single- so I prefer the size and pace, and beach locations of Jomtien and Hua Hin. They might be too "slow" f/ a thirtysomething or a barfly. Love the content and the perspectives. I just moved here from DC & Miami Beach

[@Fabler]

great video !

[@iPaulLee]

Definitely agree 💯

[@glorgau]

"Local down or fancy up". Nice term to use!

[@Emilysrichala.]

Bangkok is so easy to get around, lots to do & perfect central location to explore other parts of Thailand 😊❤🎉

[@martinbammes6738]

I just happened across this video because I'm trying to start a business in Thailand. This guy is fuqn awesome.

[@jengoh3826]

I am visiting Bangkok in three weeks! Can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@larryo5370]

Can you do a video for the cost of braces, prescription eyeglasses, chiropractic work, and acupuncture? Keep up the good work!

[@MM-sf3rl]

If you spend any time in Sathon or Silom you find out it’s very expensive to eat. Sure, you can eat cheap local food, but it’s not always healthy food - and can your gut handle it. Thai food, while it is tasty, often is rice and noodle and sugar and spices, with small quantities of vegetables and quality meat (just look what goes into Pakra Pow Mo Ki Dow - excuses the spelling). Places like Market Fresh, OHKAJHU, Salad Factory and Jones’ Salad are getting a lot of business as more affluent Thai’s want healthier food.

[@0bob0cya]

Nice vlog. Thanks.

[@sallyho146]

Thanks for the video. Do you hold 9-5 job in Thailand?

[@petert2896]

The best thing about Asia is that there is no culture war going on. People are happy with their culture, and not trying to guilt their elders.

[@jwcho5717]

in seoul korea, most of upscaled clubs ban people over 30 unless u r flithy rich. in bkk, i just have to show my korean driver license

[@richardcyphers9529]

Great video injoy watching it..😁👍📹

[@MyLifeThai371]

I think the Thai women are the most beautiful women in the world. I think that it is because they are different than us. We are exotic to each other. If you have rice everyday you want noodles. If you have noodles everyday you want rice.

[@DT-gs3wi]

Not all thai women are beautiful 😂

[@Michibz57]

I am 100% agree with you, i am living in the near of Udom Suk 😀 since 5 years. It is another Quality of Life, but not for everyone. Its helpful, if you are a little bit crazy. 😀😀 The People are amazing...

[@trailrunningexperience496]

Love Thailand for its lack of zoning too. Hk hasn’t had a decent government for a long time … the current boss only graduated primary school. But I wouldn’t describe it as gentrified. It’s mostly been neglected.

[@subzero3499]

Money does buy happiness! those who disagree haven't experienced its real benefits. Level up with your money.

[@drkenchao1849]

not sure how the new worldwide tax policy to be implemented next year will impact expatriate or digital nomads who qualified as tax residents staying over 180days in a year.

[@rebirth2526]

When you say women, I thought that you would announce that you now got a gf. Anyway, I agree if you want to attract value women then you have to be the value men too.

[@sads666]

I can literally hear your social credit score plummeting at 7:46 hahaha

[@DC90_]

Man I'm excited for Bangkok. 20 more days until I make the move over

[@adog3461]

I like udom suk. So many street food options there

[@jnsa9454]

Curious to hear more about your money mindset and strategy...I like the living simply but also having income stream thru investments. If you could share more with estimates of monthly spending in main categories plus ballpark of investment earnings to make it without stressing about it

[@gmbeahan]

Low crime is a huge benefit, as well as the police are not roided up and quick to shoot. That is a big unanticipated benefit.

[@jomontanee]

Oh no, Thai police won’t shoot you. They allow you to film their arrest on you too. It is the rule of transparency.

[@AdolfMitler-ch8ns]

Police really don't care Here 🤣🤣🤣🤣.

[@YouYesYouYouAreBeautifulMyKing]

The police while hesitant to shoot. They're very corrupted though. Us Thai call them "ตะกวด" (Takuad = lizard) instead of "ตำรวจ" (Tumruad = police) for a reason.

[@josephd4066]

Soy boy ass

[@marzbitenhaussen]

I like that is very chill

[@slowrolltom1253]

saving up now to move to Bankok how much is a good amount to save up to start in Bankok ?

[@crrbrad]

I go to that market a lot. I’m in wora ville. Best wishes. 👍

[@lostboi3974]

Hey buddy, what REIT's do you recommend?

[@jpdurr]

it would be (Would have been) nice if you could have used the US version of google Maps to provide Direct Links to each of the locations you visited in your video. I'm not able to find all of them even with the information you provided.

[@ericb5328]

Have you felt the need to be fluent in thai? Ive been there twice and i feel disconnected from everything because i don't know how to communicate anything deeper than extremely basic stuff

[@MyLifeThai371]

Japan is the worst for that. Foreigners that never learned the language are just ignored by the Japanese people. You really need to learn Japanese if you want to create intimate relationships in Japan.

[@jasonking6892]

Good video 👍🇺🇲

[@masterleec]

For your online banking and investments while surfing the internet, do you use a VPN while in Thailand?

[@gmbeahan]

You don't have to but it's a good idea. Some banks, credit cards, and brokerages will close your account if all your activity comes from an overseas IP address. Thailand also blocks some pron and other websites. For Thailand 90 day reporting online, use a local IP address.

[@javpmv4677]

Welcome to Thailand. 🙏🏻

[@jbranche8024]

Maybe have to be at the top of your game in Bangkok where Thai women have more Western standards and Values, other areas there is more hope for us "None Players" who want to date a family oriented, attractive women, with a good heart.

[@agnitbrahma8369]

ha! you must have signed up recently at that gym. I went to that location all last year (till around May) and never saw you.

[@cryptoninjaz]

Bangkok is Food Heaven !!

[@drkenchao1849]

cost of living and food cost is not very cheap in bangkok but maybe it is because i mainly spent in shoping malls. i used to spend about 700 bahts per meal in the malls. Maybe at your income level, the cost of living is cheap compared to an average Thai. As to women, marriage to a Thai women means taking up family (and maybe financiak) responsibility to her parents / family too. The culture attach much imoortance to filial piety although the younger generation already greatly influenced by the american culture especially in spending habit. They tend spend most of what they earn

[@thomasalison6188]

Definitely agree with a lot of what you said. It's really a waste to have a car in BKK, much easier getting around with public transportation. The food selection is amazing!

[@kamolhengkiatisak1527]

About zoning regulation in Bangkok, there is but it's very minimum. You cannot set up a beer bar/entertainment place near a school or university. Don't know exactly how far the restriction, but there is such regulation! However, this is Thailand; therefore such regulation is often ignored. Just pay the police and everything is fine. If you don't believe me, go to Siam Square and you will see plenty of entertainment places/eateries that serve beer/liquor. It's practically next door to the oldest/most prestigious university Chulalongkorn. In fact, Siam Square land itself is a property of the university. King Rama V granted a huge land to establish Civil Service Training school during his reign and this later was transformed into Chulalongkorn university. Then the land was far from the Grand Palace and was originally a rice field/orchard. It's practically worth very little back then. The same could be said about Lumpini Park nearby which was established by his son King Rama VI who used to study in English boarding school several years before returning to Thailand to become a crown prince and later King. He set up Lumpini Park to emulate Hyde Park in London. The land was worth very little as well in those days!

[@sanman31]

I am in Bangkok now since beginning of Sept for like the 10th time since 2007 but this time for over 2 months. I am aligned with most of what you say but have different habits than you. I am at the point now on the cusp making a decision on whether to rent my house out or just come here a few months in and out and eat the cost. Totally agree with you about the Woke Shit going, Gender crap, and general tension in USA (close to where you are from). Add the Cost of living and I am wanting out of there for long periods of time. Digressing a bit, maybe you covered this in another video. Are you doing 90 visa Runs or getting that Premium Thai visa which is very expensive. I got a 60 day tourist visa single entry and will leave on 88 days. I would like to stay 6 months if I can, but the visa thing perplexes me what to do

[@jerrymylove1754]

I am in the same boat as you on the visa situation in Thailand. Philippines you can stay for 36 months without leaving. But, I can’t stand that country. I want to stay in Thailand for a long time or retire here.

[@LoneStarTravels84]

@@jerrymylove1754 if you arrive from the us and go to the Philippines, can you go back and forth from Thailand to Philippines on a tourist visa?

[@jerrymylove1754]

@@LoneStarTravels84 yes as many times as you like. It gets expensive. But, if you fly back and forth you can do that indefinitely if you have the money and time for it.

[@LoneStarTravels84]

@@jerrymylove1754 I’m realizing that as well, I believe I would love Thailand better..I will see how this first visit is and then stay in the Philippines for a while longer to save money etc..I’m too young for the retirement visa at the moment

[@Tarnrop]

Just curious, why fly between Thailand and Philippines? Wouldn’t be easier to go between Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore?

[@Zeeian]

Best blind video ive seen Forest 😮

[@phmiii]

ETF's Rock!

[@Anomalyy666]

I want to move and settle in Thailand. If I make a good income, is it easy to get residency?

[@MJY3692]

You’ll need to marry a Thai or get a Thai privilege visa which will cost you .. otherwise education visa initially

[@247hustlerr]

These 4k videos is important to me ... tired of them 720p YT LOL. Love from OC

[@NicholasJonesCPA]

Texas is hot and it can rain while the sun is out. Very crazy

[@engteng123able]

I'm planning to go to Bangkok ,any news about Covid?

[@cancel.lgbtq.6892]

I just got back from BKK. I saw many Thai people still wear masks in public. There is no covid protocol there tho.

[@MJY3692]

I personally would not call traveling Bangkok convenient it congested Af .. Pattaya yes bkk nightmare

[@cancel.lgbtq.6892]

Hell yeah , f**king hate traffic in BKK. Took me like 45 mins in taxi to get to the mall. If you have to take a huge shit , you are f**ked.

[@day863of3dayspecialoperation]

100 dollar for a gym is insane and total rip off

[@jerrymylove1754]

It’s high but the cost is relative to what the consumer finds as value. He says he goes there 4-5 times a week and probably spends and hour or two from beginning to end. That’s 20 times a month and forty hours plus a month. If he enjoys it and sees it as a deal I don’t see anything wrong with it. In large cities it’s not uncommon to pay that much.

[@burtonknows9201]

LOL! Well, Forrest, sounds like you lived in the burbs if you drove 30-40 minutes to find what you couldn't in suburbia. I can't speak to San Francisco's zoning laws. Still, I know more than a few places in America where what you talk of as the convenience of entertainment does exist, i.e., high-rise condo across from your favorite breakfast/lunch/dinner spot, entertainment venues are nearby. Other opportunities to shop, work, and entertainment are steps away. But I always lived in a large city. Coming from a zoning/code background, people eventually get concerned about aesthetics. I'm pretty sure Bangkok doesn't look the same as it did 10-15 years ago.

[@sengthonwangkham8333]

Where can i meet you in Bangkok?

[@sampras9216]

Superbe partage 😊🙏 très intéressante mais seulement 5!?😅

[@georgequek7996]

I am happy to live in BKK for many years, but will never retire in the kingdom kap!🙏

[@alkabnd]

Give Tiger some love man! 😅

[@dealerslicenseops]

The pssy mall in BKK must be seen to be believed. My god.

[@cryptosignals5919]

Bro I’m 29 years old and already Married. Bought my first house and also live in thailand. I don’t have time for clubs bars and ‘fun’. Focusing on my company and investments at the moment.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Opportunity, CONNECTIONS and being "the right race" is everything in today society!

[@eroll2]

Lol

[@mcm95403]

Hi Forrest, I'll be staying with my fiancee in Bang Na starting the 3rd through the 27th. It would be fun to have dinner with you if you're interested. The food court at the Tesco Lotus has great variety.

[@roninstoic]

Forrest, I was wondering how did you permanently domicile in Bangkok? You aren't 50 yet so obviously can't apply for the retirement long-term Visa. What route did you take to be able to stay in Thailand for extended periods of time?

[@Vagas2012]

People under 50 usually get the Thailand Elite Visa.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Most guys who retire young under 50 get the elite visa and leave America 100%

[@Faces189]

🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎 keep it up.

[@elperro3056]

Yeah compare to western woman. I agree

[@wildfoodietours6702]

Shout out #BTS! I just had to.

[@Sam_Green____4114]

First !

[@smurfhits5688]

In Bangkok they don't have parking meters?

[@cancel.lgbtq.6892]

No parking meters when you can't even find parking spot! Traffic is the main issue there. Took me 45 mins to get to the decent malls that I want to go and thats after hopping on 2 freeways.

[@jpdurr]

yeah, quality of life is not better with ZERO Zoning.

[@JamesMcWilliams-d8x]

Nice

[@masajo928]

Nice video. So realistic and true. I will live the same way if I live in Bangkok at Forrest's age. But I still like living in the bay area... Because born and raised. Bay area now has issues that Forest is aware of. But still bay area my home. Only issue that I have is us as a foreigner we can't buy land in Thailand. I would like to have my own home to say Thailand is my home. I hope Thai government will figure out a way for foreigners can buy a house not as a investment but just to live. I am aware that Thai people worry about being priced out of real estates. So I feel Thai government should figure out a compromise that is fair for everyone.

[@animestarlord9021]

I love Thai food. I go into most Thai restaurants and they can't make it spicy enough for me. I love the flavor though.

[@jeffreytowson2990]

that's my place :)

[@vaguelyvagrant9694]

100% zoning regulations are bullshit! You should do a video of your expenses per month and a tour of how big your condo is.

[@watsonthai177]

Hi.Forrest Takecare yourself OK? from bay area Daly City................

[@Eonwe]

Good point about beer killing testosterone. It's not said enough.

[@Eonwe]

...because testosterone makes effort feel good.

[@anonymousperson2345]

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