How to retire on a tourist visa for 14 years

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[@MysteriousOrigins1]

Over 1000 days on a tourist visa in Phillipines. Wow! I did no know that. Albania and SE Europe is on my list next year too!. Thank you Vagabond.

[@VagabondAwake]

You are welcome castaway.

[@donh5794]

It's hard to imagine how much travel will change in the next 14 yrs. In previous decades, I had fun traveling around without get visas before going to countries. One exception is some years ago when I acquired a writing assignment on a recurring sports event in Japan. The Japanese Embassy in the U.S. gave me a 10 year Business Visa (a bit longer than my Passport expiration date at that time). That was the best visa deal I ever had.

[@VagabondAwake]

Only time will tell.

[@metalguru5226]

GREAT strategy! Live/visit only where you're made welcome. I haven't traveled as extensively as you Dan, but I do the exact same thing. I've lived in 5 countries and will never get a "retirement visa". They tend to be complicated and expensive with rules that often change in all the wrong ways. Also, they tend to tie you down somewhat to one country.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes. I think of the world like a big zoo. I want to go see all the animals.

[@davidsiemer7578]

Thank you for breaking down the time blocks in the counties you traveled; excellent advice: I’ll likely get your package eventually; I’m sure we will want to visit you in our travels too

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks David. It is a small world after all. It is only a matter of time. :-)

[@brianpan6453]

I'm 100% all for slow travel. I spent 2.5 years in Europe before COVID drove me back to the states. I spent the lockdown in Serbia and it was fun/rewarding getting to know Serbs in depth. This absolutely ranks as one of your best videos. Now I'm heading to Mexico/South America in April for 2 plus years. I imagine you have spent anywhere from 1-30 plus days in a single rental. What's that "ONE WEIRD TRICK" to help you sleep when the mattresses are long past their expiration? 😃

[@VagabondAwake]

Are you able to sleep on the floor when you get a bad bed? That works for me but it doesn't happen very often anymore. :-)

[@brianpan6453]

@@VagabondAwake , no, I usually end up sleeping on the couch.

[@stefaniehasandras3210]

Congratulations, Dan, on hitting 60,000 subscribers.😊. Well deserved.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Stefanie! It feels good.

[@backpackerwebs]

Hi Dan, Your passport is powerful. My password only allows me to stay in Malaysia and Thailand for 30 days. I heard that visitors can only enter, exit and re-enter Malaysia and Thailand twice within a short period. I have no idea about "within a short period". Therefore I always stay in Malaysia for 30 days, then go to Thailand for 30 days, and go back home. I will travel to Malaysia and Thailand again by the end of this year.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes, these tourist visas are not for everyone. Mosatly other western countries like Europ, USA, Canada, Australia.

[@raymondsnavely1117]

i am driving with a popup camper through east coast of mexico to belize and the rest of central ameria ,your videos have helped me quite a bit,thank you

[@VagabondAwake]

Very cool Raymond. It is fun to hear about what people are up to. Dan

[@RealGaryGibson]

That's great that you were able to show everyone how you can still travel during the pandemic. You're the slow travel pro!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Gary! We are still trucking along for sure ... until they pry the passport from my cold dead hands. lol.

[@darrylknight2675]

I see Malaysia recently changed their retirement visas, a lot of people settled there will have to leave.

[@VagabondAwake]

Check the Sarawak retirement visa before giving up. ... and keep watching. I don't think the new rules will stick even if they actually go into effect when Malaysia opens.

[@ftkinsella]

Great information Dan as usual. You have been everywhere and we benefit from that. Cheers!!!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad to help F&T. :-)

[@sky5jump]

I like your videos some great tips. Here is another way to buy an onward ticket out of a country. Just step up and buy a fully refundable ticket from any of the major airlines. You will have days or weeks to cancel. Also when flying those airlines in the future your tagged as a preferred passenger. I have been globe trotting since 1983 when I flew to Singapore on a one way ticket looking for a job. I was instantly hooked. I am at Lago Atitlan in Guatemala at the moment then off to Colombia in the near future. Cheers.

[@VagabondAwake]

Cool. Great ideas! You are rocking this world. :-)

[@davidsiemer7578]

Wish we could have started earlier but 62 isn’t too late; and I agree the Covid restrictions are annoying but it’s not going to stop us from traveling

[@VagabondAwake]

So true. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

[@HMFamilyLife]

@@VagabondAwake And a whole bunch of bad chemicals that slow kill ya.

[@sallymax6373]

In Panama there are new rules from October. Only 90 days from 180 days 👍

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes. I read that too. You only get 90 days no starting Oct 1, 2021.

[@badgeswedontneednostinking5571]

Panama just announced a change in tourist stay, they reduced the time you can spend there without visa or legal residency from 180 days to 90 days. I believe it's effective Oct. 1

[@VagabondAwake]

I hadn't read that yet. They haven't changed the embassy web page yet. Do you have a link to this change? Thank you "badges we dont need no stinking badges!" Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@badgeswedontneednostinking5571]

I believe I got this from Panama relocation tours you tube channel. By the way I Enjoy your videos

[@rudd2962]

Great, really marvel at how you do it n where u get all that energy .. Even looking at the places that u visited tires me, looks like having to be constantly on the run ... Think there must be some category in the Guinness Book of Records that u can log for what u hv accomplished ...

[@VagabondAwake]

Just keep following Qiang. That is the only inspiration I need.

[@beverlyhills7883]

More good & applicable info here than other glitzy channels. I've upvoted & subscribed

[@VagabondAwake]

Cool. Thank you for your support Beverly Hills. :-)

[@martyfinver9969]

In traveling the world every year for 15 years before the pandemic I found I needed a Chinese Visa good for 10 years an Indian Visa good for 10 years a Brazilian Visa. Russia permitted Visa exemption s if you booked a Russian tour. You could save your old passport s and use these visas. The rest of the world you could either get stamped tourists visas complimentary or in worst case pay a fee on arrival. I was able to take a train to the Ukraine via Poland Romania and Bulgaria.

[@tracystjohn1957]

Thanks for that timely bit of information. Have you started back traveling again?

[@martyfinver9969]

@@tracystjohn1957 No I think it is too much of a health risk and hassle. Planning on living on residential cruise ship traveling the world similar to all the world cruises I have worked in the past

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi Marty. Me too. I have 10 year visas in for both China and India. I am not the biggest fan of cruising although I have only done it twice. Something about being in a big piece of metal that makes me feel I am too far from the earth. Plus I get sea sick sometimes.

[@martyfinver9969]

@@VagabondAwake Pre cruising I also had taken a bus from NYC to Fairbanks Alaska a train from Rome to the North cape and back living in Hawaii had an unlimited airline ticket to fly to California for 7 years. Also lived in Philippines for several months. Cruising gave me a chance to revisit most of the places you show in the background on your videos. You bring back old memories

[@tarzanjediofthejungle7887]

You guys do an outstanding job.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Tarzan.

[@antonionotbanderas9775]

Dan, every time I see one of your videos I get more curious about your packing techniques.

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad to hear it! Here is my packing list: vagabondbuddha.com/what-i-pack-to-travel-the-world/

[@absolutrudy]

Dan u give the best advise and it’s very practical. I think people over complicate it. The diff is some people just want to stay put in one place but reality is they can just take a trip somewhere for a weekend and restart the tourist clock. Not sure why people call that a hassle it’s good to get out.

[@prika2000]

Some countries have limitations such as 90 days in any 180 days period.

[@absolutrudy]

@@prika2000 in that case those r the ones u don’t stay in or keep resetting the clock and I believe those countries are few and far of places most people would want to stay anyways

[@prika2000]

@@absolutrudy Pretty much all EU countries and some countries near EU, so Eastern Europe too.

[@absolutrudy]

@@prika2000 ok good to know got no interest in any of those so I’m good.

[@absolutrudy]

@@prika2000 ok good to know got no interest in any of those so I’m good.

[@BrooklynsFinest34]

Great stuff as always. Salud.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@johnny.walker]

Very practical and informative video. Dan, thanks!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dovoso5685]

Great information, however - I do have some comments/questions; 1- There are different styles of retirement. I know that you really enjoy traveling but some retirees, especially older ones, prefer to settle down in one place and not move around every few months . Those ones - do need some kind of long term residency permits. The other question is - you mention that you are American and has a privileged passport, may I ask what passport does your g/f has ? I mean, such traveling requires both of you to have 1st class passports. To the best of my knowledge, many western male expats have 3rd world g/f. Still, great show and great info.

[@VagabondAwake]

I explain that here. vagabondbuddha.com/best-countries-to-find-love-in-retirement/

[@davidsiemer7578]

Really like your videos Dan; my wife and I are gathering all of your info/advice and plan to begin our slow 🌎 travel in two years

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you David Siemer! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@annabellegonzales716]

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[@IceBreaker1]

Thanks Dan, much needed info for me at this time. Never even thought of going to Panama & then cycling back to Mexico. Well done, Sir. Loved this video. Out.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you eric everson! Your interactions help our channel grow! Have a great day. :-) Dan

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Great info as always!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Kevin. Glad to see you enjoying Thailand. You have such a great attitude. That is 90% of life.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

@@VagabondAwake We make a choice every morning...focus on what's good in our lives or focus on what's not so good. I prefer the good! :)

[@pokeaman1645]

Hi, Dan & Q enjoyed your video. Full of information and your intelligent insights. M

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you!

[@arashitohwa4047]

Great info. I was always thinking I had to come back to the US between trips.

[@VagabondAwake]

Me too. I love going forward now. No wasted flights.

[@iloiloguy]

This video is good. I considered living as you do, spending time in different countries until my passport welcome expires, but now I’m getting tired more easily. I can still function, but my body aches almost constantly. I prefer to settle down somewhere and take an international vacation once or twice per year. I have 18.5 months to go before my journey.

[@VagabondAwake]

Good for you. Have the battle is knowing what you want.

[@toddmaek5436]

did you start the journey?? hows it going????

[@aniwee17]

Dan- thank you for this presentation. I am glad to see that you are well.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey Mark, great to hear from you. I hope you are well too. :-) Dan

[@sowhat8995]

Thanks, Dan, for the good information. Besides the visa, there is another issue: the customer knowledge requirements of banks and brokers. Where did you deposit your shares? I spoke to Interactive Brokers: they told me that they require a permanent residential address and a corresponding consumption bill (electricity, internet, telephone). That's one of the bigger challenges keeping me still at home at the moment. Thank you.

[@prika2000]

Give them whatever you have now, and ask only for electronic reports. They are not going to audit you.

[@VagabondAwake]

Some people use private mail receiving, others use family addresses. Like Prika said, i set mone up before I left and then switched all of my accounts to paperless and they have never audited me (yet). But I do go back to the states once every 2 or 3 years for a month or two and stay in my 4plex. If need be, I could do this sort of maintenance then. Get my free ebook. I talk about much of this. Go to vagabondbuddha.com.

[@Shakespielberg]

Dan I totally agree with your thoughts @1:44 _"I don't like going to embassy's to give money to [them] just for the privilege of spending money in their country"_ . It's just more tourism taxation.

[@gefginn3699]

Thanks Dan 🌞 🌴 😊

[@VagabondAwake]

You are welcome Gef. :-)

[@jaggynettles8382]

Excellent video guys thank you for sharing your experience and information with us. Peace 🙏🙏🙏

[@VagabondAwake]

Our pleaasure.

[@jpsmusicandmore5457]

Nice video. Dan what go pro do you use?

[@VagabondAwake]

We have both the 7 and 8. These are shot on the 8.

[@yuanshuan7099]

I prefer visiting countries where i can stay for three months that i can rent a house or a room on the monthly basis.

[@VagabondAwake]

Great point. It makes such a difference. The lower long term rates.

[@yuanshuan7099]

@@VagabondAwake I am trying to find a couple of bases that I can always comeback in the future. I am thinking about Penang, bocas de toro, and beach front in the Philippines. My budget is no more than 500 dollars per month. BTW, I am a solo traveler. I love to live somewhere tropical near the beach. A bedroom with a bath will be preferable. Thanks,

[@kiddtuffnuff]

we are quite simliar Dan,ive been in costarica for 20 years on tourist visas,just goin to nicaraga or panama every 90 days although now i realse that to do this i need to be a bit closer to the borders cause the long visa runs take its toll on you.plannin on moving to nicaraga and a wanna be at least 2 hours from the fronteras.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi kiddtuffnuff, Would you like to be a guest start on one of my videos? I would be curious about what your cost of living is. Many people feel the cost of living in CR is starting to make it prohibitive. What are your thoughts? Here is an example guest star video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4SwkGWgdqhnrJY The video could be just your voice or we could do a zoom call showing your face. If you would like to be a guest star and share your story please leave a personal message here: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/ Thank you for your comment. The detail of your comment makes this real for other people. If you have a business or service or KZbin channel you could promote it on the video if you like. Best, Dan

[@kiddtuffnuff]

@@VagabondAwake Thanks Dan let me think about it ,Im a little camera shy and leaving for nicaragua in a month or so anyway,but yes you are correct its a bit pricey here and prices have more then quintupled in the last 20 years

[@almantasj7698]

I think the biggest problem is where to stay each night you are in different place and not to break a bank. This must be the biggest expense. If you have a link on one of your videos about that would be great...

[@VagabondAwake]

We like to stay longer in each place to get a better deal. Here is how we find perfect apartments: vagabondbuddha.com/how-i-find-perfect-apartments-traveling-the-world/

[@phmiii]

I Love your Channel!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@serendip369]

Sage advice there , Dan ... I agree with your thinking wholeheartedly . Love your style , and the philosophy. Easy does it . So , you continued travelling whilst the rest of us were 'locked down' , huh ... How ? .... I'm guessing you got some jabs somewhere ....or not .?..... But where ? and when ? ... Just outta interest .... seeing as you share so much with us , but havn't heard you say when you got the jabs .... ...... Curious.

[@VagabondAwake]

We both got vaccinated in July 2021. Qiang in Panama and me in the USA when I was back there on business. :-) We travel the world so we had to get it. 9 countries since the Pandemic started.

[@serendip369]

@@VagabondAwake Thanks Dan , for the speedy reply, and honesty, to my somewhat nosey inquiry .... As a traveller , I wondered whether you had found some way around these current limitations ?...but alas ..... I agree again ! The best way is to get the jab , and get on with one's life as best as poss. Where are you now , by the way ?... (Excuse my nosiness again .. ) Wherever you are , Happy , Healthy and safe travels for you both. Best wishes, from NL

[@serendip369]

Sorry ... forgot to mention : we had our jabs also . Even had a booster (3rd) recently. Seems like ... the choice is Covid , or vaccination ..? ..? Hmmmm... I think I'll take the vax , thanks . No brainer. All the best.

[@leneekay1]

Did you ever have a problem with needing a return ticket? Good to see you both are well, and traveling despite the pandemic.

[@VagabondAwake]

Read about onward tickets here: vagabondbuddha.com/slow-travel-tips/

[@Dutchy-1168]

Great information ‼️🇨🇦

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Thegardeningworldcom]

Ok how did you travel to the Philippines. I have been waiting for 9 months now to get in to get married in the Philippines and they still will not let Americans in???

[@VagabondAwake]

We were in Philippines when the virus happended.

[@ckunishige]

Hi enjoy your videos. My question is what do you do when you have no room on you passport visa stamp pages.

[@jonb3189]

You go to the embassy and add pages to your passport. I did it. Costs not a lot.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Jon B! Yes, I go to the US Embassy and get pages added. It was free when I last did it. :-)

[@jonb3189]

@@VagabondAwake One that that is not free at the US Embassy: Getting things notarized. It costs me $50 per notary stamp. Once I purchased US property while in Tokyo. It needed around 10 stamps. $500. There is no other place around Japan to get a US notary. Robbery.

[@deankoch7305]

Great content. Thanks.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Dean

[@dave-d-grunt]

Great information! Thank you. I haven’t traveled because of Covid. I’m going to start again soon.

[@VagabondAwake]

Have fun! We have kept traveling throughout. :-)

[@novak4594]

Great advice Dan

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Novak.

[@christinec.2376]

hi guys,.. always great stuff! you always pack in so much good info. taking a lot into consideration.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for watching!

[@artbrutnewyork]

Outstanding video!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you very much!

[@boohoo4962]

Very informative as always. 👍

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Boo Hoo.

[@mariorichard7296]

That are very good informations, my wife and I plan to start to travel like that in 3 years. What I am thinking, do we need an insurance if something happen? Thanks ,

[@jacquesahouansou]

I am following too

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is what I do about money and insurance. But it is not for everyone. vagabondbuddha.com/two-biggest-risks-of-retiring-early-overseas/

[@musavillarin6102]

Dan , why you didn’t go to Nicaragua??

[@VagabondAwake]

I love Nicaragua, especially Granada and Little Corn Island.

[@rafaeljimenez2769]

Can you make up an itinerary for a person who would like to travel for a couple of years. I'd love to see it. I may start my trek next year or 2023. My goal is Central and South America, but I'm not sure what countries or cities to avoid. I've been throughout the Caribbean, Panama and Colombia already. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.

[@VagabondAwake]

I would just put this countries in a linear path and go at it. So you aren't doubling back as much. Travel on land as much as possible to save money and really see what the countries are like. I talk about that a bit here: Slow Travel World Highway: vagabondbuddha.com/top-4-reasons-cheap-world-travel-is-possible-now/

[@lazarocedeno5270]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful experiences.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for watching!

[@w_w_whitey]

Another good one. I think we went to that same beach "Near Hoi An"!

[@coastcity7029]

An Bang beach

[@w_w_whitey]

@@coastcity7029 That's the one - thanks!

[@VagabondAwake]

Good guess!

[@freeradical1567]

Great practical info.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you William La Pointe! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@keithlindland1800]

I retired in 2003 in the Philippines on a tourist visa.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi keith lindland, Would you like to be a guest start on one of my videos? Here is an example guest star video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4SwkGWgdqhnrJY The video could be just your voice or we could do a zoom call showing your face. If you would like to be a guest star and share your story please leave a personal message here: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/ Thank you for your comment. The detail of your comment makes this real for other people. If you have a business or service or KZbin channel you could promote it on the video if you like. Best, Dan

[@markpowers4727]

Do you have any information on Travel vaccinations since you travel to a number of countries

[@VagabondAwake]

Panama is vaccinating foreigners even.

[@bjohnson2003]

Thanks Dan! I'm curious about how much stuff you bring with you as you travel. One large suitcase? Do you travel with clothing suitable for both warm and cool weather, or just stay in warm weather climates? Gear for video production, snorkeling, personal items?

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is my packing list Ben. vagabondbuddha.com/what-i-pack-to-travel-the-world/

[@bjohnson2003]

@@VagabondAwake I'm impressed that you responded to my question with the amount of questions you probably receive daily. That's quite a detailed packing list. People as organized as you are very rare; amazing!

[@Ale-dw7ww]

Great information

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@whaleshrimp111]

The visual quality of your videos has gone way up from your additional editing. Your information content has been and still is the best! Great job. Happy Trails

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Randy!

[@almajidi6692]

Hello my name is Al Thank you for your informative videos. I heard you saying you travelled to Malaysia, even during covid restrictions. Would you be kind enough to advise how can I travel to Malaysia on November/December 2021 Thank you

[@VagabondAwake]

I was in Malaysia when the world learned about the virus before Malaysia locked down. I was in the Philippines when the world started locking down.

[@almajidi6692]

@@VagabondAwake thank you

[@David-ti9rt]

Very interesting idea!! But…. How do you pack for a journey of multiple years?

[@VagabondAwake]

Good question! Here: vagabondbuddha.com/what-i-pack-to-travel-the-world/

[@Strykehjerne]

Try visiting the USA as a foreigner.. most of these visas are there, because they are reciprocal due to American policies.. maybe you should use your citizenship to affect your own nations behaviour regarding visa policies and prices... And have a quick look at how welcoming US embassies are around the world. Regards a dual nationality Norwegian/Frenchman.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I am well aware. The USA makes it hard for many less wealthy countries to enter. Many of my friends are unable to even visit the USA.

[@Strykehjerne]

@@VagabondAwake just a thought. As the USA is the most unpleasant and convoluted country I have visited, in regards to these issues (possibly on a par with Canada). I appreciate your videos and the great spectrum you are able to present. Just a quick response to the feelings you expressed at the beginning of the video. I think retirement on a tourist visa is a good solution, as long as you know you won't be a burden on the welcoming nation. Lots of things to consider for us potential retirees, but it's great that anything more than a tourist visa is not needed, if you have all your bases covered. The US and the EU are probably not the best in class, if you have issues with paying for the privilege of being a visitor for an extended period (but then again, it's only the really privileged that can even consider this as an option) Most countries can't be said to run visa programmes for profit, or to inconvenience anyone. I hope to follow your example from next year, and follow you for the good range of experiences you are presenting 👍(Philippines having popped up on my radar, and Cebu airport probably going to be seeing me next year 😉)

[@watchlifewithcharles906]

Fantastic video....

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Charles Landers! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@melisherwood9734]

My concern is going to countries that may require a vaccine; not everyone wants this. Plus, some countries require you to lave if you want to apply for a retirement visa.

[@VagabondAwake]

Only time will tell how this plays out. Thank you Mel Isherwood! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@vickyagnew1651]

Such a great video!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you liked it!!

[@Positive_Atrributes]

ALBANIA gives citizens of the United States up to one year, then move through the next countries to the Ukraine; and finish your trip in the Caucasus country of Georgia, with a bus trip to Armenia!

[@VagabondAwake]

You are reading my mind. :-)

[@IamNotaTeslaBot]

Great video

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Lost!

[@bikebasket9594]

Terrific video!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you!

[@gymratt17]

How do you find affordable lodging for your different stay periods?

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is how I do that: vagabondbuddha.com/how-i-find-perfect-apartments-traveling-the-world/

[@brucetattrie4363]

Thankyou for the great advice kids

[@VagabondAwake]

You are welcome Bruce Tattrie. Thanks for commenting. You are helping our channel grow. Dan

[@ChristopherRoath1]

where did you meet your girl, I see in all the videos?

[@VagabondAwake]

Malaysia!

[@dennisgonya4500]

You have retirement on the plus side with your Asian Beauty, the Malaysian Cutie. I guess it is your duty. In Malaysia I know Yudi a Cutie who is single and is a beauty. Then there is Spore that has an open door, need I say more? Most speak English and some speak Chinglish with expressions that will leave many impressions. You have laid it out for us to explore and you are with the one you adore.

[@dennisgonya4500]

@@alucardcount9478 I can tell you that Malaysia is a place that will open up your eyes to so much beauty. Go there when it opens up and meet as many people as you can. Dress well and go to theaters and concerts. Stay at the Majestic Hotel. Go online and look up Malacca. If Dan has a book on Malaysia get it, it is a must. Visit the Petronas Towers. If you send me you email I will tell you more. Remember though Dan and Qiang can give you much info that will be a big help. I first went to Malaysia in 95 and could not believe my eyes. Look at many of the videos that Dan has on Malaysia, you can not see enough. I would ask Dan how far to go back. I know he has one on the Batu caves there in KL and much, much more. Enough for now.

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is my Malaysia playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLkkrWgjrjsUzKN5CNWbIspXom2IiPLDZr

[@Antandthegrasshopper]

Dan, is that $1500 for two and does it include travel cost or is that separate?

[@prika2000]

It is for two, and it does not include traveling cost. With traveling cost, it is ~1,700 per month, but you have to have a reserve fund to cover at least 1 year. Dan covered this topic in one of his earlier vblogs.

[@Antandthegrasshopper]

@@prika2000 thanks!

[@prika2000]

@@Antandthegrasshopper you are welcome 😊

[@jonb3189]

@@prika2000 While true, it will not be true ten years from now. Remember inflation. Also cost of medical goes up way faster than inflation.

[@VagabondAwake]

We are not able to maintain $1500 in every country, but it is for 2 people. Right now it will cost more because some countries are closed and others are not allowing land border crossings, so you will need to fly more.

[@NibrocNod]

Hello Dan, hey have you ever done a video on countries and their tax implications? I ask because I'm considering retiring in either Colombia and Costa Rica. Colombia has the global tax system and Costa Rica does not. I'm wondering how much this tax break in Costa Rica will effect me. You ever research this topic?

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Don Corbin! I am a long-term tourist traveling the world. I have not done the research on this because a rolling stone gathers no moss. But there are a bunch of people that specialize in this topic online. But talk to a professional before making a decision. :-) Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@mrbabyears]

Do you have a vid or a website for a travel kit....

[@VagabondAwake]

Great question E, those are the kinds of questions I answer in detail in my free eBook here: vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/ Thanks for watching and commenting! Dan

[@michaelluna3743]

Thank you

[@almantasj7698]

Great video, thanks. Just wonder how your girlfriend travels with you if she is not an american passport holder.

[@VagabondAwake]

Good question! I explain that here: vagabondbuddha.com/best-countries-to-find-love-in-retirement/

[@p.m.8316]

do you pay taxes?

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes. I file and pay only in the USA every year.

[@mrmoneyhacks5480]

Are there entry restrictions for the Philippines right now? I'll probably have to get a business visa to exit Australia.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes. It is still closed to torurists.

[@PaulPape-ur7bt]

Albania is now 90 Days

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for sharing.

[@mr.wrongthink.1325]

Since you've been places, could you tell where you've seen slimmest girls?

[@VagabondAwake]

Almost all of SE Asia still eats healthy food and the portions are smaller.

[@ernesthanks6125]

Us passports are valid for 10 years. I assume you’d need to return to the USA every 9 1/2 years or so to renew it? Or, can us passports be renewed abroad?

[@coastcity7029]

You can get a new passport at a U.S. embassy upon appointment

[@VagabondAwake]

You can renew in the nearest US Embassy 6 months before your expiration date.

[@normanzimmerman5029]

If a bear is clever, if a bear is smart, he will find his way to the honey pot.

[@VagabondAwake]

It is true. Bears love honey. Smart bears get to eat more honey.

[@keithjetski3060]

Dan, what countries can I go to without taking a jab?

[@davenaga6101]

His arm probably looks like a pin cushin..he wont last long.

[@VagabondAwake]

www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/countries-travel-entry-no-vaccine-jab-b1907277.html

[@iloiloguy]

I didn’t know that there was any country which allows foreign tourists to bring guns into their country. What country would allow that? 🤔

[@VagabondAwake]

Several western countries. But you have to declare it and check it.

[@toddmaek5436]

This is gospel

[@kurtmerber1]

Now you are going to need a vaccine passport !

[@VagabondAwake]

Getty up. We have them already.

[@randymartin9876]

Where did you find the girl?

[@VagabondAwake]

Malaysia in 2016. We met on Tinder.

[@mickeygarcia1876]

Sounds Easy !!! LOL !!!

[@VagabondAwake]

It is a lot of work traveling so much. Luckily Qiang is great at logistics. I am blessed Master G.

[@HMFamilyLife]

Yes but that was pre 2020. Now you're subjecting yourself to graphene up your nose and who knows what else jabbed into you. But thanks for the video.

[@VagabondAwake]

We are a rolling stone. We are not going to quit traveling. We love it. But I respect you decision to not travel. Most people would agree with you. But I am rarely on the path that fosters any majority agreement. I am on the path less taken. Thank you for watching and commenting. You are helping us walk our walk. :-) Dan

[@eddies8174]

You blessed with an American passport:)) On my Pakistani passport its a freaking nightmare lol

[@VagabondAwake]

So sorry Eddie. I have a friend that says I won the birth lottery with my passport.

[@darrenaustralia3623]

wonderful practical info !

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you think so!