How I Spent My First Year as a Digital Nomad in Thailand

[@brett_dev]

Where would you prefer to spend your time in the bar or in a co-working space? 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

[@downswingplayer9712]

My name is Alan and I'm from the future. You are going to name your video "How I Spent My First Year as a Digital Nomad in Thailand"

[@WorldlyNomadic]

Both. I love coworking spaces because they are unique, creative, fun, and I make a lot of positive friends there. I don’t drink alcohol, but I still go to bars and have met great friends there as well, although it is usually a different type of person you meet.

[@gregoryegan]

Ahh if I do the digital nomad thing its possible as I run mental health services online and by telephone, but think I would have to avoid the coworker space due to client confidentiality but I see the appeal to working in them. But yes I would defiantly avoid the bar scene as having travelled there many times you can blow alot of money there and too much drama there lol.

[@xerxeso1]

In BAR with Beautiful Women :-) .....Spend it All ($$$) before You Die.....

[@xerxeso1]

I Love Co-Working with Women.....

[@MikeR2111]

Love your videos man! I’m looking to make the move the Thailand next year :) thanks for the advice

[@koningflorian2346]

this is the most valuable lesson about being a succesful digital nomad, don't get distracted, just focus your intention on being what you want to be and do the work, it's the best environment to do so.

[@wichetleelamanit6195]

Thank you so much for choosing Thailand for your career as a Digital Nomad. I am Thai living in Bangkok. Also, I am a scientist and spent a few years in the US. I consider having a business to support a person who wants to be a digital nomad in Thailand. But, I really don't know what a digital nomad really needs and considers staying in Thailand.

[@ryanthailand]

Can't wait to live out there. I could never get bored in Thailand. Gym, food, massages, travel around on the motorbike. 😍

[@benlomas1490]

my dream

[@brucef310]

You forgot lady boys. That is what you want.

[@ryanthailand]

@@brucef310 👀

[@datBoondockingdiva]

Love it ✨️ Great topic! As a digital nomad + part-time vanlifer, i can't wait to visit the Thailand in 2023. Gratitude for sharing !! 😊

[@AlfredHimmelweiss]

WOW....i was moving to thailand because everything is new to me and i was could getting bored...just going to the super market or to a shop...everything is new...it still is after 12 years living in and out of thailand.....i am never bored....5555

[@fa11en1ce]

You know who's your number one viewer? That bird. Always the first viewer, always the first to comment.

[@jamescook4u]

Wafting or rambling matters not, that is one of the finest videos you have done. Very, very good content. Keep 'em coming mate, keep 'em coming.

[@EchoesWhispered]

This is great value, it might be under valued for a while, but it is great value. Thank you Brett.

[@matodon7778]

Co-working spaces is such a great idea. I was in Bangkok working remotely a few years ago, went to cafes every day to work. It did feel a bit lonely and bored at times. Wished I had thought of this. Thanks!

[@bradbeckett]

I'm sitting here in my apartment in Belgrade as a digital nomad eating pizza learning to become a digital nomad.

[@andreasrnning2339]

digital nomad inception. I'm in Ho Chi Minh City :D also watching how to be digital nomad, with a comment from a digital nomad.

[@2kkto2]

I know this is a bit off subject, but learning the language and being able to converse w/Thai people has helped me learn and given me tremendous joy in being here. Brett I can elaborate if you want to contact me... it is not as difficult as you might think to get functional... there is so much to learn and enjoy...

[@jackoneil3933]

Brilliant insights and inspiration Brett. Having lived in Thailand and Malaysia long time ago you have me convinced. My only quandary is, "What the hell should I start out from scratch doing?" I've watched your previous videos on the subject but it seems a bit of a different world now.

[@Hamza-xc9kb]

Man! I've been following you for quite a while and I really appreciate your videos!!

[@Zahtael]

Great video, Brett! Totally agree, that's the way to do it nice and smart! At least for the first few months, Co-Working spaces are prime gateways into the Remote Worker community!

[@Got_It_From_Ebay]

You're giving me some hope, bro. I'm in the US right now, but lived/worked (for US govt) in Thailand for a year and met my wife. My wife lives with me in the US right now since 2017, but at some point we want to go back to Thailand. I'm pursing a computer science degree at the moment because I love problem solving and coding. I was hoping that this degree/skills would help me say busy whenever we do decide to move to Thailand. Thanks for the insight and keep it up with the quality content!

[@LeeCasey]

Don't focus too much on the Comp. Sci. degree. You can self learn so much more relevant skills yourself on platforms like Udemy. My Comp. Sci degree has done me very little favours other than prove I can learn to a certain level.

[@Got_It_From_Ebay]

@@LeeCasey too late, I just finished earlier this month hahaha! I am starting to build my own projects though while I feel out the job market that has taken a complete shit.

[@LeeCasey]

@@Got_It_From_Ebay well done! It’s certainly a good foundation.

[@beverlyweber4122]

There are other places to hang out than at bars or co-working spaces. I met a ton of friends through English-speaking theater and arts places, of which Chiang Mai has a ton. And you can make friends via various groups online. Having friends makes living fun, and keeps you healthy too!

[@tadjani5191]

@Beverly That's so good to hear. I'm an artist and am planning on moving there early July; was hopeful that there was an art community to tap into!

[@beverlyweber4122]

@@tadjani5191 Oh my goodness! Chiang Mai is an artist PARADISE...! Everything from English speaking theater groups, jazz locations, drop-in painting spots and fun painting nights (love those!). There is a fantastic art shop at Maya Mall for your supplies. I performed in a play, first time ever and LOVED it. Whatever "floats your boat", it's here in Chiang Mai.

[@kjensen7819]

Thanks Bret - great info. I work almost only online, and really want to get out of Europe soon. But I am 55... I guess I would not really fit in - will I ?

[@wimsmedia]

Good to hear again... I've only been for a few months and it was awesome! Im looking forward to coming back and working in co working spaces... Good video

[@AlexZolotov-h3j]

Amazing to see new videos like the ones I've been watching 3 years and been coming to Chiang Mai after that :) Very inspiring :)

[@KanseiDorifto]

I love this video..thanks for the insight

[@glenblakeston358]

Hi Brett , love the videos

[@badatpseudoscience]

Great video! If I go to Thailand, I will need to work hours that matches US Los Angeles time. That means starting at 6:00 PM and ending at 4:00 AM. It sounds like this can be done while still using the coworker spaces. Thanks!

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@mrt6349]

I am so tempted to go :) i got a decent chunk of money so there really is no excuse not to go.

[@ChiangMaiThaiVideoVlog]

Always good to hear you, Brett.

[@andreasschmidt7511]

Brett, thanks for your Brilliant insights and inspiration

[@douwe4549]

Do they wear muzzels there? How is covid situation treated by the locals? And great vid again, very helpfull

[@orsinwalker4433]

Brett what visa are you on? You rarely talk about the best visa strategy. Some people just pay to have indefinite illegal volunteer visas, have you heard about that? It seems very difficult to stay in Thailand more than a few months. I'd like to stay for 5+ years but there isn't much of an option aside from marriage or a huge investment. You can learn Thai, but even that is just a one year visa and it takes a lot of time and prevents you from traveling where you want freely.

[@aidaninspire8381]

hi brett, nice stuff. Which visa do you use for thailand. Thanks, sorry if its already answered

[@omod2793]

Very helpful video, thanks! By the way, how do you deal with the pollution in Chiang Mai? I hear it gets really bad from January to April.

[@billseigs]

What kind of visa do you have? I am planning to go back to Thailand with an STV for 9 months, but I need a plan for the after stv period.

[@mrt6349]

You can do visa runs right now its probably to Laos.

[@WorldlyNomadic]

@@mrt6349 yeah but that means you would have to do a 2 week quarantine every 9 months after returning. I meaning hopefully in 9 months they remove it but the future is unknown considering it’s been almost 1.5 years of virus🤣

[@Masoniteable]

Any news on the potential of Thailand offering NOMAD Visas Brett? I want to come over but what Visa is best for people like yourself? I know Thailand's visas change on a weekly basis and it is hard to keep track but I don't want to be doing loads of visa runs....I'd rather get on to a 1-5 year visa catered for digital nomads.

[@AlfredHimmelweiss]

Maybe buy yourself an elite visa for 20 years for one million baht. that is 230 USD every month. i think they also have an option for 500.000 baht and five or ten years....and yes this is only something for people with a business mind set....;-)

[@Masoniteable]

@@AlfredHimmelweiss Yes I may look at a 5 year thai elite to see how I get on for 5 years. 40 next year so for my 40th I may treat myself. If all goes well extended it another 5 years then I'll be eligible for retirement visa at 50. 🙏

[@terarmy4767]

I kept waiting to hear what you can do as far as making money!! What is a digital nomad which unless I’m missing something, has something to do with earning a living?? Good talk but how does it = making money and how it’s done! Peace ✌️

[@evanvinet8773]

I was hoping for more online business tips 555...Bangkok is my least favorite place in Thailand.

[@ozzymoncrief1554]

Brett, when's your course gonna open back up for enrollment?

[@PolyMathWannaBe62]

Another excellent video!

[@paulwildman6067]

As you know businesses in the UK are working from home.... any advise on the tax situation for people working for UK companies 100% but doing it in Thailand.

[@jamesirwin1839]

Do you know any voice over guys there?

[@JamesMuldrow]

Good info Brett!

[@matthewdavis2943]

Thank you for this

[@monsieurcandy2373]

hey Brett! is your instagram still active??

[@brett_dev]

Yep, instagram.com/dev.brett/

[@ronregnier2179]

having a proper visa seems to be a real issue....but yea some good commentary

[@TH-uw9py]

"Waffling around with it" ha ha, such a Brit

[@michaeljose8122]

It’s just the way we roll..

[@keysersmoze]

Nobody gives any examples of what an "online business" might be ? ? ?

[@NoJobRob]

affiliate marketing, dropshipping, freelancing, social media marketing agency, coaching, social media influencer...there are dozens. not hard to find countless models if you look :)

[@hanyah8394]

With all the BS regulations to enter right now I'm not going back. I'm going to Brazil instead

[@christianpatton9364]

Digital nomad = homeless grifter with a broken screen phone.

[@michaeljose8122]

Depends on the person involved.