I needed a BREAK FROM THAILAND but it's like Deja Vu in Kowloon Hong Kong 🇭🇰

[@vladradek]

LOL after 16 years in Thailand I reluctantly moved back to the UK and landed on the Clyde Coast of Scotland. I rent a flat next to a corner shop which was empty when I moved in. The shop was being fitted out for a long time - about six months. I wondered what would eventually open there. Turned out to be....a Thai massage parlour.

[@GreenyTravels]

lol. How convenient. Probably a little more pricey though.

[@roybishop8874]

I went to Hong Kong last month , everyone was sick , coughing nose running . I got every sick . Very expensive compared to bangkok

[@GreenyTravels]

Yep. Pricey in some area. I stayed in a local Chinese area good prices on sone food. Rent will kill you though

[@alanharrison694]

@@GreenyTravelswhen I left Manhattan in 2003 to move to Thailand, Hong Kong was as expensive to live as NYC.

[@justinehayward2553]

Not everyone was. The tax is very low and the wages are high though. Public services are superb and the rule of law is good, its so safe. Na, love the place. So much of HK is not seen, especially beaches and islands etc. I'm in BK again next month and that island you visited in Vietnam.

[@allenntan5365]

Hey Greeny, thank you for the wonderful explore. I can follow the itinerary someday! 🤩😍

[@GreenyTravels]

Good place to explore. Especially during the hot season in Thailand

[@BiffBurns]

Hey Greeny what up! Great show man. 85 here in Bad Axe,Mich. I'm still gonna bring you that Tigers hat! 😅 Take care and as alway's stay cool 😎 kind and generous!

[@GreenyTravels]

Nice!!! I hear Baez heating up. Hopefully he can keep it up

[@AZdreaminn]

I dig my Fast track! Thanks for making the video about the LTR-P visa. Thats how I found out about it.

[@GreenyTravels]

Awesome. Glad to help.

[@EarthCamper]

I saved this video to view when i am have calm (beer) time....turned out video n travel was awesome ❤👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏 You are awesome... bought drone❤👍👍👍🙏🙏🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. I appreciate. Wasn’t supposed to be so long. I meant to split into 3 but loaded the wrong one on KZbin. Oops

[@EarthCamper]

@@GreenyTravels it's all good 💯

[@edd1106]

you need to visit Seoul - beautiful city, great weather spring, summer & fall. You'd enjoy

[@GreenyTravels]

On the list. Almost went on this trip

[@Goldfinger555]

Looks like a nice escape - especially the weather. But I was so “relieved” when you finally found that restroom. LOL. Your bladder is obviously stronger than mine. 😂

[@GreenyTravels]

I had been holding a while.

[@edd1106]

when you look on the map HK doesn't seem to be all that far from BKK yet the weather is so much different. I love living in Thailand but the heat/humidity and air pollution is pushing me out. Enjoyed the video!

[@GreenyTravels]

This was a nice relief from the heat for a few days. I walked miles and miles outside.

[@fastj1962]

Next time you come to the USA stop in LA. I’ll take you on a tour of OC. A real life tour. Beach cruise on the board walks, Thai influenced sushi, lol. You can do a video and the whole time you can make sarcastic comments about how bad it is in California while you enjoy yourself.

[@GreenyTravels]

Nice. I’m sure it’s fine. I used to love going there

[@fastj1962]

@@GreenyTravels Sent you a cople pics of the beach path this eve, I got inspired to ride an hour before dark or so or at least thats when I made it to the beach

[@thehammer3340]

Hong Kong is a very cool place to visit, was there in 2014 and really enjoyed it. Explored the Wan Chai area to see some areas where they filmed one of my favorite films " The World of Suzy Wong" from 1960 (William Holden , Nancy Kwan). I'll be back again one day soon. Safe travels Greeny.

[@GreenyTravels]

It was good. I loved Kowloon.

[@fastj1962]

Haha. You mention the weather. Since we came back from our Thai trip it’s been 70-75f every day. No humidity. Ridden my bicycle or my motorcycle almost every day.

[@markbm1]

It was so clear here in Jomtien Beach yesterday you could actually see across the Gulf of Thailand and view some of the mountains in the Pretchaburi and Prachuap regions. I know that might be hard to believe, but my condo room is about 500 foot up and the conditions were perfect! I did take pictures to prove it because I wouldn’t even believe it if someone was to tell me without proof!

[@ascendant95]

Could I ask you a question? If I am coming to Thailand for the first time do you think City Garden Tower is a good location? Or would it be too crazy and hard to sleep at night? It's just south of S Pattaya Rd on 3rd Rd.

[@markbm1]

I stayed at a place called the Arbour Hotel on 3rd road about a half mile north of City Garden and the noise wasn’t to bad, but there seems to be a lot of traffic in that area. For a few weeks it should be fine, but I would recommend exploring options in Jomtien Beach, Bang Saray, and Pratumnak before committing to anything long term.

[@GreenyTravels]

I’m back now. Super clear finally

[@kasiwawa]

I understand your motivation to explore alternatives. You provide a nice report on Hong Kong. My question is "What happens to your credit card account after you use it on public transportation?" Did they use an acceptable exchange rate?

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. Always converted into the daily Visa rate which is about the true exchange rate. Worked well

[@EarthCamper]

Greeny, i will suggest you indian drink ....when you are dehydrated. Butter milk. Coconut water.. Ofcourse plain water.... Everything else will create more heat in body.

[@GreenyTravels]

Interesting mixture

[@EarthCamper]

Don't mix....have them seperately. My bad did not write properly

[@TravelwithMark]

How about nimbu pani, which people drink in India when it gets very hot. Lemon water.

[@EarthCamper]

@@TravelwithMarkif consumed more lemon water can be bit acidic in stomach....

[@fastj1962]

I made bacon and poached eggs and watched the video with my wife on our Tv. Hilarious hearing her Thai comments. She didn’t understand why there weren’t more signs in English. She did laugh at the temple dogs but couldn’t understand leaving shoes on in the temple.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yea. Weird.

[@neilblondell4235]

Hong Kong is amazing. Often underestimated by many. Well done on your DJI purchase - no sales tax in HK. You can get visa for China at the border, usually within an hour or so…..or if you arrive by air and have a transfer, I think it can be up to 72hr visa free (but please check first)!!

[@GreenyTravels]

Oh. Interesting

[@MP-nf9qz]

Great video.. Fast Track service looks really good! I would like to maybe use it the next time I arrive. Is there a specific website that sells the official pass?

[@GreenyTravels]

I think they may see it. I googled before and saw. Mine is from LTR visa

[@robdogppc2012]

Did you get told to turn your camera off many times? I noticed some of the shop owners got irritated.

[@GreenyTravels]

Nope. The whole trip only one dude didn’t like me video taping his desserts in a night market. Weird

[@GreenyTravels]

And that was in Taiwan

[@fastj1962]

Haha when I go to “the factory” in Shenzhen I stay at an international hotel 5 minutes from the factory so their driver can pick me up. Always stay city center the night before departing which has lots of foreigns and is very western. Anyway there’s a little mall by the hotel kinda like big c in Thailand and I felt like guliver. Everyone stared at me. They were very helpful when I was checking out of the store though.

[@danseto]

Thanks for taking us on a tour of HK. Last time, we visited the HK 101 tower, we didn't get lost coming out of the MTR station, it seemed pretty easy. Oh, you should get one of those Octopus MTR cards for the subway/buses next time instead of credit card. You can also use the Octopus cards at restaurants and 7/11s plus a lot of other places. Just need to fill it up at the MTR kiosk or machines in the stations. Just wished the BKK Rabbit card would expand to cover restaurants and other establishments, like the Octopus card. The tram on the HK island side is the Victoria Peak tram, pretty awesome view from up there looking back at Kowloon. The other Tram ride you mentioned is probably the Lantau Island (near the airport). There's a big Buddha at there. They made a James Bond film there, I can't recall which one. Looking forward to your other HK vids.

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. Lantau. That was amazing. Wish I was doing videos when I went there. I did take a bunch of photos

[@cheche1301]

Welcome to HK Greeny. The cable car you mentioned is Ngong Ping the 360. Probably the number 1 must see thing to do in HK. Ocean Park is a better option than Disney, if you have kids. If you like chinese food, HK is a food heaven for you. But the prices are not cheap, esp compare to BKK. Good thing is you're staying in Kowloon - you get a better bang for your bucks. Man I love HK, such a efficient and beautiful city.

[@GreenyTravels]

I had a great time this time. I much preferred where I stayed in Kwun Tong to the island. Just my preference

[@fastj1962]

lol. No. My mom was raised in South Carolina brother. No instant ice tea. Sweet tea is just iced tea at my place growing up. Nice drone and are those sliders? (Turtles).

[@GreenyTravels]

Thanks. I still haven’t opened the box. Maybe soon

[@fastj1962]

@@GreenyTravels just rode my bike slowly on the beach path for an hour and change a little over 17 miles round trip from Huntington from beach. Almost dark when I got back.

[@adventurefreaksss]

Thailand is on my list to visit soon. Do you still recommend? Thanks for this content!

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. I actually love the rainy season. The air has cleared up in the last week. I would just avoid it here mid February through mid May

[@adventurefreaksss]

What are the living expenses in Scotland?

[@paulcousins1371]

H Kong, good choice for a break from Thai burning, can be pricey though, you do have plenty of choices esp for eating!!👍🏿🍷

[@GreenyTravels]

So much food

[@markbm1]

Thanks for showing us around Hong Kong. We were going to do a liberty port call here on our way back from deployment when I was in the US Navy, but a typhoon changed our plans.

[@GreenyTravels]

Oh. That sucks. I got a few more coming. Glad people seem to be enjoying this

[@CerebralAptitude]

As always dig the channel sir. Keep doing your thing. You are a great ambassador for the truth, entertainment and options in Thailand. You keep it real and don't adjust for weak men's sensitivity. Great job being a man.

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Agree. Will never get woke on here

[@HolaBrazil]

I am gonna watch 4 of your videos today. I hope it helps! 🍿

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. Thank you?!!

[@dana.8128]

Very cool look around! Liked it a lot. Thanks

[@GreenyTravels]

Appreciate it. Many more to come

[@DavidWilliams-qr5yj]

I never understood the atraction of Hong Kong 🇭🇰??? One trip was enough to turn me off. Thanks for the video. We love DaNang and Taiwan for burning season in Chiangmai. Chaingmai gets a bad rap for air pollution. 8 months a year the air is clean and 6 months a year the temps are fantastic. This makes Chiangmai twice the destination compared to Bangkok. Both Hong Kong and Bangkok are off our traveling destinations. Obtw for relaxing weather DaLat Vietnam 🇻🇳 is your location any time a year .

[@GreenyTravels]

I didn’t go to Hong Kong island. All Kowloon and areas north. Likes this trip way more than my last visit exclusively to the island. Glad I gave it a second chance. I felt the same as you

[@DavidWilliams-qr5yj]

@@GreenyTravels how much for hotel Kowloon ?

[@spirittravels.]

Your videos are looking much better quality. Did you get a new Camera Greeny? Which one is it please. Internal mic, or not? Cheers

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. All the DJI Osmo pocket 3. Internal Mike. I do have external. Didn’t use much

[@spirittravels.]

@@GreenyTravels Awesome 👍

[@mooman627]

Airports are so efficient in parts of SE Asia. I got spoiled by Changi Airport and Singapore Airlines. Consider the Borneo side of Malaysia during your travels. Kota Kinabalu in Sabah Malaysia was one of my favorite cities. It's almost like the Vermont of SE Asia.

[@GreenyTravels]

Agree. Just avoid Manila 😂. That was not great

[@thomaswardroper1022]

I made the same mistake as you. The first hill was a cemetery.

[@GreenyTravels]

I think many do that. Definitely not enough signage

[@BirdDog.]

I love HK. I appreciate your honesty, most just present everything as amazing.

[@GreenyTravels]

I had a great time

[@theoldmaninthailand]

Great stuff, as always. What camera you using now?

[@GreenyTravels]

DJI Osmo 3

[@theoldmaninthailand]

Thanks!

[@TheGandorX]

Note of caution: I know that quality control is worse in China for DJI products and that may be in Hong Kong as well (not sure).

[@GreenyTravels]

I hope it’s ok. We will see soon. Still haven’t unboxed

[@ajg4528]

Don’t have the patience for a 50 minute Greeny video. Maybe it’s just me, but I tapped out after about 7 minutes.

[@GreenyTravels]

That was a mistake lol. I meant to split it in 3 and loaded the wrong one. I actually realized 2 days later

[@M0NEYBALLS]

Did u try the Sha Tin dumplings v tasty.

[@GreenyTravels]

Tons of food vids to come. I may have had that

[@Wilko11]

Was the driver and the fast track through the airport because you have the Elite visa ?

[@GreenyTravels]

No. I paid for the driver. He is a local guy from Na Jomtien. Fast track from LTR visa. The main perk I love

[@lb7034]

The peninsula hotel by the waterfront has a coffee shop with the best selection of cakes

[@GreenyTravels]

Nice. So much amazing food there.

[@0bob0cya]

Gave this vlog a thumbs up at the start. Go Greeny

[@GreenyTravels]

I appreciate it. More to come from Kowloon

[@joannduan2148]

Loved the long videos ❤❤❤

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you. Got 3 or 4 more coming

[@dicky-duck6632]

when will you try the mainland

[@GreenyTravels]

One day I like to get there. I’m gonna look into it

[@razaelesilos8041]

How did you get this FAST TRACK benefit?

[@timwalker2458]

You pay for it

[@BarnabyBarry]

Benefit of the LTR visa

[@GreenyTravels]

Correct. The LTR. It’s for 10 years. 50k baht. Same as paying for O visa multiple entry for 10 years upfront. Benefits no 90 day reporting. Get fast track and can work if you want to

[@GreenyTravels]

Correct. The LTR. It’s for 10 years. 50k baht. Same as paying for O visa multiple entry for 10 years upfront. Benefits no 90 day reporting. Get fast track and can work if you want to

[@sfchrisrom]

Another great review. Can you please share the contact info for your taxi service to BKK airport?

[@GreenyTravels]

He’s a local guy I used here. I met I’m using him on Bolt before. I’ll have to look up his number.

[@fastj1962]

Lights cycling. Don’t see that much

[@billcoo]

What osmo pocket do you use ?

[@GreenyTravels]

3. Had it a few months ago love it

[@petepana1140]

Hey greeney whats the best health insurance for expats retiring there just wondering your opinion.. much appreciated.. looking at heading over there soon..

[@robdogppc2012]

I have Pacific Cross, 4 years going now. They are great

[@petepana1140]

@@robdogppc2012 price .. roughly.. monthly..

[@smileoften-ft3hq]

​@@robdogppc2012look at pacific cross reviews and failure to pay, extreme complaints lately however all have complaints, and judge for yourself. Good luck.

[@GreenyTravels]

I mostly hear about Pacific cross, AXA and AIA. I’d read the reviews and get quotes. I just keep my Blue Cross from the U.S. I’m covered here

[@johnshores4745]

is it visa on arrival at HK ? like going to thailand

[@GreenyTravels]

Yes. Hong Kong and Taiwan for US citizens. Not sure who else

[@jdedad]

When you go to massage you bring your own oil and hand 🤚 😂

[@GreenyTravels]

That’s when I stay home with Rosie

[@jdedad]

@@GreenyTravels 😂

[@fastj1962]

We travel a lot for work and we only stay in Hampton inns. Free breakfast. I pass it up, and go strait to Waffle House cause we don’t have them in California. If they don’t have one I’ll ask where the best local spot is.im not a fan of Asian breakfast although rice soup is great.

[@GreenyTravels]

Hotel in Hongkong and Taiwan had terrible breakfasts. Usually holiday inn express awesome like the one on Soi Buackow in Pattaya and all in U.S. I ended up going out for the meals

[@paulhefner2813]

Glad to hear that you still have your companion. In time you may realize that companion is your best friend. I think that hong kong dollars are exchanged at around 7.8-8 to the dollar. It is a nice place if you enjoy crowds. International businesses are moving out of hk. Singapore is winning their business. Hong Kong is very safe and has some great food. Its future is now tied to the mainland. I need to go to the mainland soon. It is very safe in China. No comparison with the west, but you may not find it too exciting. If you want a girlfriend then you can find one quite easily even at your age. Some very pretty leftovers, but you need to do lots of work at your age to help them to leave china. Enjoy and stay well!

[@GreenyTravels]

Funny you say this. I never saw a police man or police car 4 days in Kowloon. Everything so orderly. People were wonderful. Imagine no police in Chicago or Detroit. They would be destroyed in a day

[@vgshwk]

How much did you pay for that fast track?

[@GreenyTravels]

I paid 50k baht for 10 year LTR visa. It’s included and no 90 day reporting.

[@vgshwk]

@@GreenyTravels I guess I will be stuck with the hell of the 90 minute security and immigration.

[@fmg420]

Sprite /7up with salted lemon is the best

[@GreenyTravels]

I should have tried that

[@richlandzee8686]

I had to do a double take on the so called drink that Greeny wanted as the 2nd chinese character from top down looks like what I think it says.... Direct translation = Duck 💩 Fragrant Lemon Tea. 😂😂🤣🤣 I'm sure the locals knows exactly what it means.

[@GreenyTravels]

lol. I definitely understand nothing there. Fortunately most people spoke English

[@EP-qi8ed]

Those gold monk statues were majestic! You aren't seeing j-walking because don't they have facial recognition and cameras that fine them the moment they j-walk? I've seen videos from mainland China that explain how a fine is automatically deducted from their bank account when they break rules on the street and it affects their social credit score.

[@GreenyTravels]

Probably why in 4 days I didn’t see one police man/car. They know not to F around. Felt very safe

[@StevenSacto]

I hate Hong Kong... Went there back when it was under English control, still hated it. Definitely can't be better under Chinese control. I'll only transfer there if needed, great airport lol

[@GreenyTravels]

I actually didn’t care for Hong Kong island when I was there in 2018. This trip I only stayed in Kowloon and loved it. Took train all over almost up to China. Was a way better experience this time

[@expat5587]

Travel safe

[@GreenyTravels]

Thank you!!

[@beerman204]

I dont want to like Hong Kong due to recent history....but maybe it is doing fine...for the people I hope so.....

[@GreenyTravels]

I will probably make a video about that. I interviewed people there. Of course not on camera. 😂

[@listerine414]

Remember Stay in Asia too long and a Westerner will go Koo Koo bird. It just seems to happen

[@GreenyTravels]

lol. I will be in the U.S. in August. Hopefully I can deal there for 3 weeks

[@listerine414]

@@GreenyTravels you are not stationary in one place long enough to lose your marbles. You are doing it right. Imagine staying in Pattaya region 5 years straight and not going anywhere else. You'd be leaning toward odd ball land. Travel is Koo Koo bird prevention

[@PreeyaMacho]

I thought you had bought. Condominium in. So called. Thailand 😛😛😃😃

[@GreenyTravels]

Yep. My base. I got a lot of crap so need a base. I try to travel a week a month somewhere

[@waynejones8844]

Dude, all you have to do for a little change... Phillipines. No smoke

[@GreenyTravels]

I may stay there a bit next burning season. Only problem is this cat here.

[@lester74]

Terrible choice in magnets. Come on man!

[@GreenyTravels]

lol. My hardest choice of the day

[@ELCEV]

Your videos are terrible, but I love watching them 😅. Thanks for keeping it real. You should visit mainland China while you're that close. A visa is easy. Spend 3 or 4 days in Guangzhou, you'll be blown away.

[@GreenyTravels]

I will get there eventually

[@ELCEV]

@@GreenyTravels When I return to China in October I would enjoy showing you around, much easier the first visit if someone can show you the ropes.

[@andrewmorris2820]

I love Hong Kong and Singapore for short trips. Wouldn't want to live there. Bali is ridiculous now. Thailand has to take the cake due to healthcare and infrastructure.

[@gregh7457]

how about malaysia? their currency is pretty weak lately. might be some good deals there now

[@GreenyTravels]

Hong Kong. Pizza, Greek salad 1 beer $60 USD plus tip. Trendy area. Also are in local Chinese shops for real cheap. Like a tale of two worlds. Had fun. Looked at some condos. 600 Sqr ft $2500 usd a month. I’ll keep my base in Thailand

[@andrewmorris2820]

@@gregh7457 True. I haven't been in so long. Probably worth a look.

[@rovvt1284]

greeny, when you interviewed the pilot with the click bait title I stopped watching you.

[@GreenyTravels]

lol. Sorry. Glad you are back. That video did very well though. Still doing well. KZbin so random. You never know what may go viral. I got no clue

[@paulpicone1121]

Didn't watch your videos in a few months what happened to your girlfriend?

[@GreenyTravels]

Aced last July.

[@paulpicone1121]

@@GreenyTravels

[@paulpicone1121]

I'm 36 live in expensive new york I want to move to Thailand within a year for a better life