How I SURVIVE Living in Thailand with NO MONEY?

In this video I share with you the reality of living in Thailand while financially strectched. This is my portrayal of the challenges, sacrifices, and resilience required to survive when every baht counts. From grappling with uncertainty to finding unconventional means of sustenance, this journey delves into the depths of one's spirit in the face of adversity. sit back relax and enjoy as I uncover the truth behind the paradise that is surviving in Thailand.
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[@mactvtravel]

Enjoying the content? Help the channel by subscribing and sharing with a friend! Thank you! Watch some of my most popular videos! 👉 My MISTAKE Moving to Pattaya Thailand… kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJavYaB5bZufh5o 👉5 BIGGEST PROBLEMS with THAI GIRLFRIENDS!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4jTfYVsa8R6eK8 👉BADLY Behaving Tourists in Pattaya Thailand… kzbin.info/www/bejne/iH-paYaVfsxkbtU

[@TheMatMarlow]

Mad respect for you, takes a man to be honest and genuine. I'm enjoying the vids, keep it up don't give up.

[@BrotherB-e4u]

Thanks for the honesty… Looks good on you…

[@illusion887]

Thanks!

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers brother thank you man appreciate that

[@illusion887]

Happy to support the channel! Best of luck on your journey Mac!

[@Danmckenna912]

Hang in there you'll be ok. The videos are Good, you're on your way up! All the best moving Forward..

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers bro thank you man

[@steingrovdal1]

Nice channel! 😁

[@mactvtravel]

Hey bro thanks more vids on the way stay tuned 😎

[@daohaimao2013]

Thanks

[@mactvtravel]

Thank you for the super thanks mate really appreciate that 👍👍👍

[@charlin86]

You got this man! I'm moving out in August to live. I've been big into fitness for the last 10 year. Decided to get my certification for personal trainer. Gonna make videos and hopefully get a job in a resort. I won't plug my little channel, but it's guys like you that helped get me to pull the trigger!

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers man glad to hear I helped you pull the trigger haha, hope it all works out for you man 😎

[@al69420]

@charlin86 I’m ur first subscriber get it bro!!

[@charlin86]

Haha @al69420 it's a different channel bro! Don't want to link it here and piss off Mac!

[@traceymartin6526]

@@charlin86let us know how to find you when you’re all set… I’m. Loving out there in Sept, whoop, whoop

[@AManAboutAVlog]

Keep going mate, your videos are ace and always improving 👍

[@Jack-em7nr]

It's amazing how much quality, information, and detail you put into your videos. It's frustrating to see channels with no content, just people walking around filming women on the streets, getting over 40k subs. Fingers crossed your channel gets the views it deserves, bro. With your background in working in the bars, do you still keep in contact with any of the girls? If you’re still close to any of them, maybe setting up some interviews could help boost your viewer count. Just an idea!

[@mactvtravel]

Thanks man, these channels really annoy me too, they put no effort and just annoy the women everywhere, cheers for the support bro

[@robertofraser101]

Well said bud

[@glennwatson8440]

Hey, Keep your chin up mate, yours is the best down to earth and knowledgeable video Ive seen on Pattaya. You are right on the mark with all your comments and suggestions ,, Keep it up.. Cheers from Hat Yai

[@viplashesptyltd8861]

We love your videos your editing is fantastic! We are so happy to see you back doing videos. You will succeed as you are genuine. Keep up the great work it shows on your videos but enjoy it because you are living the dream 😊

[@XimoMontanus]

I plan a trip to Pattaya and I hope that your knowledge will be a help. Have a good day :3

[@mactvtravel]

Hey man thank you so much for the support I’m glad my videos have helped you

[@Micha-zf5li]

Keep pushing..You’ll be at 100k subs soon.

[@mactvtravel]

Thanks man really appreciate that bro gonna keep going 👍

[@user-kz9rp3pq2z]

Good luck Mac. You have enough charisma and subject material to make it work 👍

[@TinyInThailand]

Keep going mate. Been a subscriber since day one. Started doing my own channel when I come on holiday. I’m glad I just do videos for fun though rather than having to rely on them. Your videos are great some of the best editing and content on the web.

[@DSbadger10]

How did I miss this? Great Stuff Mac. Your as human as anyone trying to make in a place you like.

[@mactvtravel]

@@DSbadger10 cheees man thank you bro 💙

[@StephenOshea]

great video much appreciated

[@Ajoshi.0307]

Probably one of the most honest and heart-felt video i have seen on here about life in Thailand. You have my support sir! Will be out there later this year, will hire you as my wingman for they da. Show me round and teach me what i need to know!!!

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers man thank you sounds good man just drop me Email me when your coming here bro and can arrange something 😎👍👍

[@THIS_IS_BATTZ]

Got recommended a video from your channel at the start of the week and I’m glad KZbin’s algorithm did so. Videos are a great watch! Editing is also great and not boring. Channels like this are the reason I started editing as a hobby. Rome wasn’t built in a day and you’ll get there brother! Keep up the good work 🎥👊🏻

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers man thanks for your support

[@mactvtravel]

Appreciate it bro 😎

[@kennythegreat_]

I live in pattaya and love your content! Keep it up bro ! Dreams do come true and don’t listen to any haters about what your doing 💪🏻

[@mactvtravel]

Thank you for the support mate glad your enjoying the content 👍

[@kanone033nlz4]

I have been to pattaya many times and i you do a really good job explaning about living there.. you seem like a good guy and i wish you the best luck..

[@gravy_brain]

Great vid Mac. Ebbs and Flows of life. Onward and Upward. It's the journey, not the destination. At 53, I'm still finding my way, but worry is always useless. Perhaps a bit, just to grease the wheels, but anything more is useless. When the dust settles, we always end up where we need to be.

[@mactvtravel]

Great way of putting it mate, I agree 🧘

[@Microarmor007]

Great video! Keep it up and youll get through it. I didnt start traveling the world until i was a bout 40. Your way ahead of me. Also, i was in a situation in the past where my income was lower than basic living expenses. Keep on going and when that opportunity comes, grab it with both hands. Fortune has allowed me to completely change my life for the better. Thai wife and happier than i have ever been.

[@usm1828]

Your channel is going to blow up. You come across like a genuine guy mate. Your content is fantastic and you present really well. Feel like you been presenting in a pass life. What drone do you use?

[@mactvtravel]

Thank you bro appreciate the support and I use the DJI air 2s mate

[@usm1828]

@ thanks mate. You have got me thinking about making a KZbin channel.

[@mactvtravel]

@@usm1828 do it brother email me if you need help 👍

[@theresagordon7378]

Keep up your hard work, I like your videos

[@benobrien8745]

Good videos i like your channel. Soaking up the content for my first visit to Thailand for the newyear

[@StokesyslivingtheThailanddream]

I’m moving out to Pattaya semi permanently next week and going to start a KZbin channel as hobby, keep up the grind mate and good luck.

[@temprmj1]

There's a lot of youtubers on TH with close to 100K subs who have interested stories but they tell them in such a monotone voice that I just can't continue to listen to them. However, I find it easy to listen to your videos all the way to the end.

[@shq1723]

Nice mate! Same as me, here for a year and a half (10 years back and forth prior before settling) and love it. Keep up the great work matey and maybe see you out and about sometime! 😊🍻

[@mattz3192]

Best of luck, mate. I love the way you edit videos. You will be going far

[@adrianfleetwood250]

Mac all the best love your work

[@PaulTAdventures]

Really enjoyed this vlog mate , it’s Raw … Keep it up mate and I’ll look forward to seeing your live stream tomorrow night .

[@ronron1388]

Sawadee Krab🙏. Wish ya all the best. Stay strong n cant wait for the next vid. Cheers.

[@jjthailand308]

you can do it bro keep up the good work!

[@LoveGOD1LoveNEIGHBOR2]

Good job man keep it up fresh bro

[@EmpowerWave-ol2ol]

Keep grinding you will make it 💯

[@fijiunlimited4503]

No worries - a lot of bros interested in Pattaya / Thailand and will watch these videos for pointers.

[@shannonbilger5301]

Best of luck, but one suggestion is to tone down the background music. At times it was louder than your audio. Makes it incredibly hard to hear what you are saying.

[@mactvtravel]

Noted!

[@drc-on-rad]

I didn't spot that. I could hear it all

[@shannonbilger5301]

@@drc-on-rad I first watched it on my TV and there were many spots where the background music overpowered the speech. I just watched on my computer and it is much better. My audio settings on my TV must drive the background more.

[@gavinscotttraining]

Like the back ground music

[@peterh1282]

I didn’t have a problem with it

[@swinetownamericanbulldogs1749]

Best of luck buddy your living my dream just enjoy while you can. Interviewing people is a good earner and amsr massage and haircuts

[@Jan_mxv]

Reminds me how I got started in Thailand, takes some time but you will get there.

[@newcastlerabbit]

Luv your videos, very informative. Cheers from Australia.

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers mate more to come stay tuned!

[@thecrow569]

Keep ya head up man been a subscriber few last few weeks and loving it so cheers

[@robertofraser101]

Hi mac brilliant content sorry your let downs in life 1st time ever but I got bought a super like the tops you give people I sure going too help you in end never know with lufe mac that's why all of us here should be carefull and keep a eye on tomorrow thanks mac

[@alfredoa.1656]

Hey mate. I'm moving to TH in the upcoming weeks for (I hope) a long time and videos like yours and other creators like Keis One are gold. I hope you make this channel grow and be able to sustain yourself from it, I really do. Besides that, would be great to invite you a couple of beers in pattaya. Keep it up make, this is gonna work!

[@mactvtravel]

Sounds good bro drop me an email 👍

[@davidharrold9362]

Keep going Mac, loving the content. You’re inspiring others!

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers Dave thank you mate, there’s no stopping now 💪

[@jordanrayder]

The algo surfaced your video, as I’m a huge fan of Thailand and South East Asia. I respect the honesty, the struggle, & the hustle. I’m not sure what your channel or other videos focus on, but my 2 cents is add way more value for us viewers by either educating us or entertaining us or both. Making a video focused on “I have no money, my gear is busted, and I need to make more videos to make money” doesn’t really add any value or compel me to subscribe. But you’re sitting on gold. We’re all over here wishing we were where you are. Feed that interest that your viewers have for Thailand. Wishing you lots of success bro! Also some my favorite channels are shot almost 100% on a Go Pro (Bisko). Dint let the equipment hold you back.

[@VibrantLivingLists]

Keep up the good videos and you’ll be fine and continue to grow your audience

[@passportbro7]

Good luck lad 😎

[@liquidfluid11]

Gring mode is on! Pressure makes 💎 Diamonds. Only a matter of time with the everyday effort

[@davidwitkamp3245]

I love you man you are awesome.

[@julianroberts698]

Best of luck, have just subscribed

[@simonrixon749]

You should do tours for when people land there so I am coming thailand next month

[@kevindreyer5382]

Have you ever thought of giving little tours to people who might be wanting come to Pattaya long term or short term that watch your videos, that could be like a little side hustle. Western People that are trying to get acclimated to the area might feel more comfortable with you because you’re from a western country too. Just a random idea.

[@aussiemike4122]

New to the channel keep grinding mate I'm 41 been to Thailand many times love it would move tomorrow but money would be the problem I'd have to move back with in a year it's sucks we are controlled by money anyway all the best with you tube hope it all works out for ya

[@davewave36]

Great video and interesting topic. Have you thought of doing other online side hustles? Using your experience and interests? Like Jonnyasia does move over consulting calls, or CB Media sells Merch, or getting product sponsors, creating a How to Make videos, Edit course, Retired Working 4U has really spread out side hustles, start a T-shirt business with wild images, slogans, etc. Need to keep hitting out the ideas until something lands. Anyway, Cheers.

[@PaulHitchcock-g7p]

Your videos are always so informative and lots of info ,sure do hope you get a lot more subscribers and all it works out for you in the long run, but even going around places you know and even wider to Jontien up north end of the Bay, would be really cool just to drop into a few bars and talk to the owners and talk to locals You are talkative and your personality could bring out an awesome interaction with everyone you meet okay,Good luck. Can’t wait to see all these vlogs every day from now on ,work hard and like you say it should pay off them Work .👍😎👌🌴🍻

[@endaodonnell]

Becoming one of my favourite channels

[@Sabry4TunnelVision]

As a pro-skydiver that traveled the world for skydiving I can totally relate to what you said about people seeing only the good stuff around "living the life" but they don't see the work, sacrifice and struggle you also have to deal with. They often express jealousy in a very selfish way... it's all bout making the choices that make you happy and knowing that every positive comes with a compromise or sacrifice. Keep it up! Looking forward to the live stream brother!

[@mactvtravel]

Hey cheers for the support brother appreciate it man, live stream tomorrow man every Sunday mate 😎👍

[@Lewis-YEET]

You are living my dream brother 💙 freedom

[@alexjeffery2014]

Subscribed all the best mate 🎉

[@mactvtravel]

Thank you mate more good content on the way 😎

[@MrR14Z67]

Another good video

[@MataiosWorld]

nice to meet you on your day of filming bro! 🤝 just stay on the grind man ▶️ on my fourth trip here since last year staying 2 months at a time I definately know the challenges that come with trying to save but to have some fun at the same time but the more time I am here having experiences both good & bad the more I am learning, wishing you all the best with your life & content creating journey! ✨

[@mactvtravel]

Hey bro yeah was great to meet you man, you actually made my day that day was really nice chatting with you and thanks bro I wish you all the best with yours too 😎✌️

[@thedirtytrader7807]

Gonna spam a like on your videos mate 👍🏼

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers bro 😎

[@mikebreen954]

Onwards and upwards, amigo. I'm sure things will turn good if you keep these quality vids up.

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers Mike it’s the only way forward now can’t stop haha, thanks for Allways dropping in here hope things are all well in sunny Benidorm mate 😎🏖️

[@TheNicholaas]

Yes living the dream still needs money 💰 in thailand.dont give up.good luck.keep it rollin

[@carlanthonyholmes2162]

Into my 23rd year living out here now. Not easy bro to sustain. Unless you have something coming in. Been skint many times in that time.

[@tonyxenos1818]

Keep it up bro

[@jmedz893]

Good video again dude. In all honesty, this is one of the reasons why I may never leave the UK despite having quite a few funds saved up. As much as I love Pattaya in particular, the safety net of the UK & quick money-making stints we have here is just too comfy to leave behind. I'll most likely be one of those people that just travels periodically rather than settle overseas. Another big thing is that I'm really bad with understanding all this entrepreneurial, self-business stuff that all the young people do nowadays. I'm 36 & have worked mostly IT & practical jobs, but I really don't think I'd have the sanity to sustain myself with just a laptop & some bits of tech.

[@MapwithMatthew91]

good video mate, my quistion is how much can you earn a month running/managing a bar ? on avarage

[@JavierLopez-jm7nd]

I guess is not easy coming up every single day with new ideas and content. I mean there’s a lot of KZbinrs in Pattaya doing the same stuff quite often. Obviously it takes time, hard work and dedication to growing a Channel. I think you’re in the right direction. I find your Content very interesting and entertaining. Plus you have a lot of flair and skills regarding Video/ Editing. Hang in there Mate . The future is bright 👍👏🇹🇭

[@OnTheMissions]

Subscribed because you a real one

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers brother!!

[@iknowaiofficial]

Reach out to local businesses for campaigns mate. You have enough reach to be interesting enough for many places! Good luck

[@Joe-os1is]

Just subscribed all the best mac

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers bro stay tuned lots of vids to come 👍

[@MrBrandonLau]

when i first saw your videos I could tell you had what it takes to make it on youtube alone, and was disappointed that you took the work route to making money in Pattaya only because it seems like it would be a big disappointment and you have way more potential. Im happy for you that you are finally making more videos and doing it for a living, even if its out of necessity. You are a very likeable bloke and seem really genuine

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers bro I don’t regret working there it was a great opportunity lots of fun and good times back to doing what I love most now though 😎

[@MrBrandonLau]

@@mactvtravel it’s all about the journey💪 well done and congratulations on your progress so far

[@Londoncab]

great video, looking fwd to live stream

[@tluv6921]

I’ve visited Thailand 3 times for 3 months total. I’m moving there in 2026. Would you be able to drive private taxi for foreigners or even Bolt?

[@mactvtravel]

I offer vip airport pick up with lady if your interested email me 👍😎

[@Louis-wd7fs]

Better days than Bundaberg farm work Mac 😂 Just came across your videos, hope you're keeping well bro

[@mactvtravel]

Hahaha, yeah anything beats that mate, good to hear from you mate, it was me and you on the quads yeah?

[@ajalahma]

Hello mate I am a handicapped man do you think I can come to pattaya and enjoy my trip?

[@mactvtravel]

Yes you can mate I’ve seen many people who are handicapped enjoy holidays over here the bars are very helpful and accommodating

[@TherealBekz]

You are a great video editor. What if you do some promo videos of bars in Pattaya and this way the others might reach out to you to do the same for them and you get customers this way?

[@TherealBekz]

Of course you might need to do the first ones for free

[@mactvtravel]

That’s a pretty good idea I think I might try that 👍

[@bee17167]

Id start a guided tour of Pattaya for new to Pattaya teach westerners new to Thailand pitfalls how bars work how to stay safe were to go set it up for an hour every couple of nights a week something to supplement your income work for tips good luck.

[@daxsmith4232]

Keep going

[@badbart1507]

I think your lucky you escaped soi 6 you would have gone crazy. Keep up the great videos. How do i buy u a coffee?

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers man I think it was a luck escape too haha and here is the you can support me by buying coffees here mate 👍 buymeacoffee.com/mactv

[@ericwilson3781]

Set up a web page and provide a service showing guys around town.

[@ShaunBurke-gd6lg]

I’d like to have a catch up with you and have a drink I do 2 months every year January through to March

[@DataPunkStudios]

love the videos dude. If anything, they have helped with some research for some future plans of mine, so thank you. As for advice though, I think you should do youtube, but look for for a job to help float you. I am not only working 2 jobs where I am, I am also building my own company when im home (watching youtube as I deal with new clients and keeping my portfolio updated). What im doing is a bit extreme, but its extreme times over here in the west for a lot. I do think if you got something going on the side, while doing the youtube stuff, I think it would be beneficial. Even offering up services with your gear to do gig work over there for resorts, hotels, bars, etc. to help others out there get going would be a good selling point for you as well. Just a suggestion, only trying to help. Love the content either way, and I hope by the time im over there, you are still uploading from overthere. cheers.

[@winduncan9818]

First thing I'd do is get outa that expensive place and into a 5k a month place. F the deposit, get the monthly cash flow as low as possible and build up your income.

[@jerryrussell2600]

Other nearby countries have a lower cost of living then Thailand, The least costly is Viet Nam, then next in cost is Loa, then Cambodia. Staying in Thailand and being frugal are contradictory.

[@liquidfluid11]

Bro this thumb nail is so fucking good. Your best one I believe 😊

[@mactvtravel]

Cheers bro yeah it’s pretty cool haha 😎

[@Kzd22383]

Do you have a visa ? How are you staying there for that long?

[@FoodInspiredTravel]

great Mate, just found your Channel...im back for work in August in Patty. Would be lovely to invite you for Lunch and some Beers.

[@mactvtravel]

Hey bro send me an email let’s catch up 👍

[@lobsang953]

China Mac sent me here

[@David-zd3hp]

I got you bro.. following

[@CabStarr007]

Hey Mac I thought I heard you mention in one of your videos you had a course for an Amazon business, would you have a link for that at all?

[@mactvtravel]

Yeah man here you go www.freedompassfba.com/challenge-page/best-amazon-fba-course-for-beginners

[@CabStarr007]

@@mactvtravel super fast reply, thank you. I'll take a look 👍🏼

[@mactvtravel]

@CabStarr007 sound mate all the information is there 👍

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[@biglance]

subbed! keep it up!!!

[@portlandGTR]

You may not know this yet, maybe you do, but you’re in the best position you could ever be in to succeed. When you only have one option, and no plan b, that fire it creates under your a$$ hits hard! Same thing happened with me in 2016 and I’ve been doing the same thing running my own business since then. Put everything you have into daily vlogs, and all the other KZbin stuff people do. You’re smart, you’ll make this work and you’ll be living very very well by this time two-three years from now. Plus, no boss, no worries about being late to work, and you can do your stuff anywhere on earth. Get it bro! Can’t wait to see you make it big. I’ll be in Pattaya end of July and maybe we will cross paths dude. One foot in front of the other. You got this

[@mactvtravel]

Thank you bro taking it all on board, will keep pushing man 😎👍👍

[@portlandGTR]

@@mactvtraveltakes a certain type of man, in a certain type of situation, that creates something incredible. You are in the situation that’s worth grinding for, prove to yourself that you have what it takes. I believe you will do it.

[@Peteripattaya]

I selled clothes on ebay when I lived in pattaya. Not a lot but I survived.

[@awperonline6576]

When I was younger I thought whatever was going on in the present was a sure thing forever. Now I see that things change every decade. I wouldn't rely on just KZbin videos for income since all of your eggs are in one basket. A corporation can easily take you out with one decision. A government may not want what is going on there shown anymore. I was contracting for a corporation that made a simple decison that caused me to take a massive hit in profit but luckily I had other contracts and investments to keep me afloat.

[@aarhamkaisar3303]

r u working on a tourist visa?just wanna know cuz i might also have to find a job in Thailand when I will be there

[@mactvtravel]

@@aarhamkaisar3303 email me I can help you

[@Black-Belt-Developers]

good luck, but go home and get IT education and return with the ability to work remotly , you are young you can do that.