How The First Three Months Affects You In Cambodia!

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

Hello everyone! Here's why your first few months in Cambodia are very important. Donate: www.paypal.me/daveinthailand or www.ko-fi.com/ddcambodia

[@billdaley3476]

I'm finishing my first year in PP Cambodia, and plan never to return to the US. My main reason was I could no longer accept what the US government was doing around the world as - far- as endless wars, and the eroding of personal freedom. I have spent time in Siem Reap, and it's a nice, and clean - City. Although, It's just a - little - too - slow for my taste. What I remember about getting my first - Tuk -Tuk ride to where I was staying in PP was - panic. There is no rules here beyond speeding, and what you will see will blow - your - mind, but after a while, it will appear normal. At first, you will smell things that will take some time to get use --to, but in time, that will pass. The Cambodian people are just polite, kind, and wonderful people. I smile here and feel complete freedom. I walk everywhere in this city, and never feel unsafe - IF - you use common sense.

[@MMPlaneSpotting-su3ns]

@billdaley3476 I'm moving to PP next week, for similar reasons you mentioned. Have visited PP many times, the people are wonderful. I've had a different experience with the Tuk Tuk, seems like everyone drives maybe 25mph tops. I almost lost it when I was in a Tuk Tuk and we got passed by a guy very leisurely riding a bike, and no one in front of us. I've asked my gf if we can try to bribe the drivers to drive a little faster, she says we can't do that. 😢🤣. Greetings from DFW

[@billdaley3476]

@@MMPlaneSpotting-su3ns All I can to you is : It'' s only gotten better since your last visit.

[@billdaley3476]

@@glidden67Trust me , you will not want to leave.

[@billdaley3476]

@@glidden67 A suggestion : you are coming to a completely - different culture. Be polite and respectful, and realize you need time to take - it - in.

[@AAWGASHTADS]

How do you file your taxes ? Serious question

[@thailandmalcolm]

I moved to Thailand. I live in a condo that is a five-minute scooter ride to the beach. It has a huge custom pool, weight room, guard, and concierge and covers parking for $250/month. Health insurance is $115 per month (I'm old). My favorite lunch is a freshly made chicken kabob, very filling $2.50. I can sit at a bar and enjoy the sunset with a beach view and a beer cost $2.50.

[@hump1953]

Mind my asking how old you are? I’ve been to Thailand three times and considering making the move but concerned I am too old..

[@Hea9lt9hy9]

Retirement VISA or VISA in general is the biggest issue for Thailand. Very intrusive when you have to report to the government quarterly or so and you have to deposit large amount of money into Thailand bank…

[@AAWGASHTADS]

@@hump1953 Numerical age and actual physical condition age are often several years if not a decade or more separated by genetics and life choices . I am amazed at some of the disparities I see .

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@thailandmalcolm That's fantastic, isn't it? 🍻🤘👍

[@astrogypsy]

That sounds pretty good, even for Thailand. Mind if I ask where in Thailand? Never mind, lol. I looked and see Pataya. Enjoy.

[@Driver2724]

Better living in seim reap cambodia. Than living very poor in usa no car .no one talks to you. For me shelter, food, peace, talk to people is enough.

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@Driver2724 Shelter, food, peace. That's the best way to live in my opinion.

[@ourfinesthour6994]

You hit the bullseye 🎯 when you said to compare what you are missing from living back home to why you left in the first place. Great video Dave. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@ourfinesthour6994 Thank you. It's something I've learned that always makes me happy I choose to stay here.

[@michellearchie5723]

Thanks Dave 🙂 I enjoy your perspective on life and peoples choices

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@michellearchie5723 Thank you!

[@markbrooke4100]

Nice update,thanks 😊

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@markbrooke4100 Thank you very much!

[@davidkowal2041]

Dave, thanks for the advice about airline tickets.

[@fazbell]

No homesickness for me. I can certainly relate to "Horror" which was my life in Alabama. LOL

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@fazbell I spent some time in Alabama once. I have to say, it's completely different than my life in Michigan lol

[@X_Marks-u7r]

Wow Cambodia has changed. Years ago it was next to impossible to find apartments in Cambodia.

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@X_Marks-u7r Glad it's not like that anymore! Apartments here are so easy to find. No credit check, no hassle. Got the money? Move right in!

[@KB3TLE]

Years ago (?) like when ? and WHY ? --- Was it because of so many from China ? > ???

[@peterRobinson10101]

made the move. Everything smooth. Such an easy transition. No looking back. Only good thing about KFC & BK is the AirCon

[@craigdawson7632]

We look for places with heating here

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@peterRobinson10101 I get the hankering for BK every so often but I consider it a treat and there's so much great food here that I'm sometimes boggled about what I want lol

[@Hea9lt9hy9]

You can get cultural shock in USA… rural vs city living … youth vs. elderly…etc

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@Hea9lt9hy9 Absolutely. I'm from Michigan and I went to visit some peeps in Alabama once. Daaaamn.... like another country altogether lol!

[@Robert-x2n8g]

Another good video Dave. Nice to see the walks and daily life in the area. Good job.

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

Thank you very much!

[@bigroundwatermelon6456]

Us two, we don’t eat all this modern takeaway. I’ve always been more happy around people from other countries than my own. My wife and I are our own best friends. All our kids are adults now. But most of all, the way of life and attitude of these Asian people is much better than a lot of people in the west. It’s not what we are running from, it’s what we are running to.

[@bigroundwatermelon6456]

@@theasianjaywalker4455 you’re an 1D10T

[@bushputz]

@theasianjaywalker4455 Dude - grow up. I think bigroundwatermelon6456 is just saying the locals are nicer than a lot of people from western cultures. I'm 100% Asian, but that doesn't make me better than you. It doesn't make me worse than you, either. I don't care where you're from, it doesn't matter what color your skin is. If you're a good person inside, that's all that matters. The Khmer people have been through some shit times, and they've not only survived, but they thrive. They could have become bitter and withdrawn, but instead, they are open and friendly. They live on what would be considered subsistence wages in the U.S., yet they are generous. If people around the world were as kind and friendly as the Khmer, it would be a much better place.

[@BuenAmigo68]

@@bushputz yes, that is exactly what I am saying, I am Australian and recently went to Thailand for a holiday and found them fantastic and when I came back to my own country, I was shocked at the arrogance and lack of respect. I believe that there is good and bad things in all people and cultures, but we need to learn from the good and reject the bad. Not “I am better than you” attitude.

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@bigroundwatermelon6456 That's a great way to look at it! Running to something is vastly different than running from something!

[@MrYashka12]

Inspiration

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@MrYashka12 Thank you!

[@jameswilde3203]

i am visiting in jan 2025 really looking forward to it who knows we might meet up for a few beers

[@AgeWell]

Thanks Dave. I have been watching your videos regularly. I am in Siem Reap at the moment.

[@KB3TLE]

Thanks Dave --- a transition will be needed by everybody - but it's nice to have your warning or 'heads up' about what to expect. So much 'new' - all at once - will surely be a bit stressful and confusing at first ? My excitement may help with newness or the honeymoon phase as it's called will certainly help some ? How many US expats are in the area that can be found to perhaps help a bit (?) until it gets to be 'comfortable' ?!? Having many rental choices will help with both the stress - and - the budget ! Has it always been this way - or - only since the virus ? Must not be a lot of expats moving there so far at least in 2024 from other countries ? More desirable places apparently in the eyes of many (?) as migration has exploded all over the planet !

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@KB3TLE Yes, a lot of "new" things all at once can be stressful. There's a great amount of expats here that are always willing to help or just talk if you're overwhelmed at first. I'm always willing. The first thing that hit me was how many apartment options I had as long as I had the cash!

[@KB3TLE]

@@DaveDoesCambodia 🤗 $ TALKS everywhere - huh ?

[@mhouse1572]

Being happy and healthy is important when you make a big decision like moving to another country across the world…

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@mhouse1572 I'm not the healthiest but I'm certainly happier than I was 👍🤘🍻😀

[@PeterC245]

Dave. , I believe I did my homework re living in Seim Reap , my initial intention was to try it for a couple of months to satisfy my curiosity , The only big surprise I received , was in relation to my electric bill on my studio apartment , $101 US for the month , I’ll admit I had the air conditioner on 10 hours a day , What can I say , now I know?? Peter

[@straycat3582]

peter the peter eater

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@PeterC245 Yeah, that air conditioning gets almost everyone at first lol

[@KB3TLE]

I know some expats in the Philippines that run their AC - 24/7 = 'set it & forget it' - for $100/mo. in their 400 sf 1 br. apartments. -- How big - how much sun - how good are the windows - all affect it. --?--

[@KB3TLE]

@WorldFocused Steve -- Philippine Info Channel -- Trace Martires. 1 br / AC on 24-7 - costs him 5,000 Pesos / mo. -- what he told me ! (2 months ago) Check out his $80 / mo. apartment !!! He gives you a tour of his place. > 🤫Today - 5K P = $88.77 USD

[@wneighbor2523]

When you move to a developing country like Cambodia you need to have some income from your country of origin… cultural shock will occur if you are not experienced with traveling to other/ diverse countries…

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@wneighbor2523 Absolutely right! I went in with no clue but I always tell people to do their due diligence first to avoid my mistakes.

[@mimibigdy1917]

Crest great great

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@mimibigdy1917 Thank you very much!

[@davidkowal2041]

Currently in the Philippines and, the retirement visa SSRV, is a little pricy for me. Also the tourist visitor visa in the Philippines is changing whereas 6 month visa extensions are a thing of the past. Basically the Philippine government have told there immigration to do their job to protect National security. Now they have introduced 2 month extensions only and, they are interviewing tourist as to why they want another 2 month extension. That's always been their job but, its the first time in my two years here I'm expecting an interview next time I need to extend. Its always been to my knowledge that I can extend my current tourist visa up to 36 months. Now I know, I can be roped into an interview I feel uneasy. Its not that I have broken any rules or, have any form but, those tourist that have been in the Philippines 12 months or, more are being asked, if they have made arrangements to leave. I'm thinking about going to Cambodia and, applying for a retirement visa. My question is do, I require a return ticket to the Philippines, if I am staying in Cambodia?

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@davidkowal2041 No. There's no requirement from Cambodia to have a return ticket from any country when applying for a visa here. However, some airlines do require one so it's up to them. Be sure to check with the airline first! BTW, that really sucks the Philippines is doing that. Seems like they would WANT more foreigner money in the country.

[@w.m.p-w8989]

Learn about the country that you want to move to by watching channels from long time expats and locals (even when language is a barrier)…

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@w.m.p-w8989 That's a very important thing, thank you!

[@SteveSmith-zz4ih]

Getting around for the first month, there must be a walking gps or similar(phone app) that back tracks etc, i detest getting lost its beyond frustrating.

[@anthonylutz118]

In Chyaiphum Thailand with Thai wife. Be in Siem Reap in a couple of days. Long time subscriber. Perhaps our paths shall cross? Over all plan is to live both places. That getting lost thing... I have been taking morning walks every morning. I have been probing farther and farther and also branching out. As I'm certain is the case in Siem Reap, the village streets / roads / "soi's" were never laid out according to some master plan. I have referred to them as big plate of spaghetti. Just learning land marks and how the various roads interact with each other. My morning walks are now perhaps more than a mile. I have not yet pulled up Google maps. Keep on trucking! I do miss home. However, my other home for over 40 years is the Big Island of Hawaii. I have lived way back in the jungle there for more than 40 years. So...a really great place as well.

[@DaveDoesCambodia]

@@anthonylutz118 Let me know when you're here and settled and we'll get together if you want.

[@anthonylutz118]

@@DaveDoesCambodia Yes, I'll definitely try to do that. booked at the Sala directly across the road from the Cambodian Ankor National Museum. Been told that was a must before visiting the actual temple sights. Also want to check out the floating village and floating markets, etc. Got some other things in mind as well. Could only imagine you could steer me in some correct directions. While we are at it... Looks like they are using the new airport now. I realize it is significantly farther away than the old one. Got any idea on what might be approaching a fair price to the Sala? Tuk tuk or taxi or bus...? Thanx. Perhaps I could pick up the tap for dinner for you and your wife for a little info or something? We arrive day after tomorrow.

[@StartLivingNow1963]

🙂❤👍

[@captureitlive]

I know Dave .... haha 😅

[@peterm13]

why would anyone want to stay there, cant you say the reasons? its hot, dusty, noisy, (mass-touristy in some areas), backpackers, and when you've "seen it" theres not much to discover. lots of dodgy expats seem to fit in there and a handful english teachers. only good thing is kampot pepper. what else?

[@mimibigdy1917]

Cambodia is not for everyone. I can live in luxury for 1/4 what I pay in USA… I can travel around Asia or get on cruise ship from Singapore to anywhere… love the Khmer temples, beaches, and other touristy places…

[@straycat3582]

right on

[@straycat3582]

all the money saved goes for electricity ⚡️ ( to cool the boiling 🥵 hot 🥵 temperature