"I've had ONE customer in 19 MONTHS" An Expat's Story on Koh Chang Thailand

[@os1611]

OMG, I'm the Airbnb Host/investor in Melbourne. Moley's eye is so sad and I can totally feel your pain. Sending positive thoughts, hope everything is back to normal soon.

[@ThairishTimes]

it's been a tough time for anyone connected to the tourism industry that's for sure

[@ThairishTimes]

What are your thoughts and opinions on this one guys? I admire Moley's attitude. Where others would have given up he has persevered. He's baking pies and selling them on the island from a side-cart to keep his business afloat and survive. He's well known on Koh Chang and a great character. If you're ever on the island call in and say hello to him

[@MisterPhat]

A lot of us are out here in SEA somewhere doing similar versions of the same thing. He clearly loves it there. I have a feeling the good times will be back there (and here) soon. Mmm pie. I miss a good pie .

[@Michibz57]

Today i try to book his room. Look at his website, booking 404 Error, contact too. Not possible to book this, sorry so it will not work...

[@jeanettesick1348]

Moley’s was the first place we ever stayed on KC. We found it on Air BNB back in 2012. We have since bought a home on the island but always go to visit Moley. He’s a great guy and his burgers and pies are bloody amazing. Love ya Moley 😘

[@ThairishTimes]

fantastic, I agree about Moley's food. Best pies I've ever eaten in Thailand

[@davewave36]

Awesome interview. Spent about 20 yrs knocking about Thailand, never made it to KC. Wrapping up my commitments before retiring to Thailand, and now a visit to Moley's is top of my list. Love this style of interviews you're doing. Cheers.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks David, you won’t be disappointed with Koh Chang. It’s a great island with a nice bunch of locals and expats

[@OneLifeTwoLive]

Much respect , admiration and affinity for Moley - I’d certainly support him on my upcoming visit. Thank you for a sterling interview.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks mate, Moley is a nice fella and I’d certainly recommend a visit to his place. Best food on the island!

[@tman5634]

Moley comes across as a likeable guy with a laid back island attitude. I'd certainly check out his place when I visit KC. Lets hope things pick up for him soon & hopefully has a busy holiday period. Amazing location, imagine waking upto that of a morning 😀 Thanks for bringing us with you Pete...& great questions.

[@ThairishTimes]

Well said T Man, next time you're there check his place out. You can even fish from the restaurant. It's so peaceful and quiet there you'd love it

[@tman5634]

@@ThairishTimes 100% Pete 😀

[@BangkokPat]

Great interview Pete, Moley's got a good outlook on life, and a smart brain. You're getting very good at this, nice one Pete.

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers Pat, yes a great outlook indeed

[@liro_mngbt]

I feel for Moley but the guy has so much positive energy and humor that I understand how he can stay afloat for 19 months with very little business. Thanks for the insights, Pete! Looking forward to the next set of interviews! 😎

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Liro, Moley is well known and liked on the island not to mention his food is top notch. So people are helping each other out on the island until things pick up

[@liro_mngbt]

@@ThairishTimes that's amazing mate! Thanks for sharing. I can see why Moley is well liked around there and glad to know there's a whole community vibe going on :)

[@brianlutkin2085]

Yes I've visited moley's place quite a few times over the years, great bloke. Lovely food. Fished from that bar/ restaurant many a time. Great vibe. He knows my mate Cyril very well. Keep going moley. Bri and frei east Yorkshire.

[@ThairishTimes]

It's a great spot for sure. I'll fish there next time

[@sandeepsodhi7511]

Living the dream mate. Well done. Stay lucky 🙏🏽

[@joewalton6056]

These interviews are so helpful, thanks for taking the time Pete

[@ThairishTimes]

You're welcome Joe thanks for watching

[@IdeaStudioBKK]

Nice one, Pete! Really tough time for people in the hospitality industry. but Moley shows his grit by getting out and selling his pies out of the side car. got to do what you got to do!

[@ThairishTimes]

Exactly, a great example of grit and determination

[@margaret4220]

Thank you as always… Moley came across as a really nice guy…when you do the interviews, the interaction is so informative..

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you enjoy these Freya, I've another one coming tonight and tomorrow too

[@Mozzermarr10]

I often see Moley's posts on the KC facebook page and he always comes across as a top guy. I hope the island kicks back into normal gear soon and Moley, as well as everyone else, can get back to living their best lives.

[@ThairishTimes]

Same mate, he's a top bloke and I wish him the best of luck to get things up and running again

[@jimmyboysmovies1972]

What a place he has , the view is stunning👌, it’s been so hard on him the past 19 months but he kept going using his savings, but it will be worth it and I’m sure next year he will benefit if all goes to plan. So clever of him to sell pies from his van Thai style 👏. What he said about being a millionaire was funny but true , great series Pete looking forward to the others all the best my Mann

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Jimmy, some wise words indeed from Moley. I admire his ability to grit it out and keep going. His pies are the best i’ve ever had in Thailand by a country mile

[@gertdrok]

Again a very nice interview on a very nice place, Pete. 🙏

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Gert

[@robertalancairns9915]

Great vlog Pete! Moley is a strong guy to get through this disaster. Good luck to him in the coming future.

[@ThairishTimes]

cheers Robson, hope you're doing well mate

[@ak7443]

wish these people all the best and hope things get better soon

[@ThairishTimes]

Well said and fully agree mate

[@robbatayaki5505]

First time I see a video on KC. Thanks ! the setting is very special

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you liked it!

[@Chai_Travel]

Great interview! Lovely guy. Spot on for the reason he gave why we should go to Koh Chang 🤩 I really hope he’ll get some more costumers from November on! Cheers

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Chai, hope life is good up north

[@Chai_Travel]

@@ThairishTimes all good in the hood champ! Cheers

[@terryoleary5424]

Great chilled interview Pete , Really enjoyed it mate .

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Terry

[@tman5634]

Watching this again Xmas Day 2021 & i'm thinking about Moley & others like him, that have struggled so much with business throughout the on-going Covid times. The world needs this horrible thing behind us, far too many people have been effected in a huge way.

[@ThairishTimes]

Well said T Man. The suspension of the Thailand Pass will impact these businesses for sure. I’ll be doing a follow up interview with Moley for sure. I’m interested to see how he’s doing

[@tman5634]

@@ThairishTimes Great, it would be good to know he's getting through ok.

[@papapepe2232]

Great stuff Pete? I'm sure this is on someone's mind. This kind of variety is good for growing the channel. Try different topics and see what works 👍👍👍👍

[@ThairishTimes]

Sure will Pepe, I like to mix it up

[@apuestasfutbol]

Good people deserve more. Next time I’m in Koh Chang, I will be staying in his place.

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers mate, he’s a very nice fella and his food is the best on the island

[@llttf]

Good interview. Will check out his place when I finally return in a couple of months

[@ThairishTimes]

Great food there mate and the views are stunning. Well worth going to

[@scottjohnson921]

I'll be sure to visit if I'm ever in Koh Chang

[@masterofthecranium]

Looks like a class spot, could very easily put the feet up and sip back a few beers while the sun drops there. Hope he keeps it going.

[@ThairishTimes]

Stunning spot for sure. Pure silence such a contrast to Bangkok

[@kevinreily2529]

Keep up the good work, Pete.

[@niallmcdonagh1093]

Joseph Conrad used to write short stories about guys like him...

[@chielS123]

My most favorite place on kc i dont know mr molly but pre covid yearly we visited his across river neighbour Ian. Its a verry serene spot on kc.

[@ThairishTimes]

nice nice! serene is the perfect word for it. I bet you had a good time there

[@chielS123]

@@ThairishTimes Looking forward to get back 😀

[@BBDiversInfo]

great interview, Moley put it very clear how hard it is to survive this covid lockdowns and how lovely Koh Chang is to live and to visit... fingers crossed we can all go back to a "normal" Koh Chang and Thailand :-) I do think the survivors will bounce back once this country finally makes the bright decision to open up again.

[@ThairishTimes]

Well said Kristel, agree 100%

[@maktpl1341]

Love the interviews , detective & interesting stories about all things Thailand. Hope to see you interview maybe some of these BKK base YouVloggers soon: Julia Glasser, Dan the man, Warren Gerdes, Mikey Stoth, Forrest Lee, Keis 1, 2passports1dream, Thailand101, Keyframe5...

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers mate🙏🙏🙏

[@rainsoundsleepandrelaxation]

Keep the Interviews coming. Is interesting

[@ThairishTimes]

thanks 2 more to come

[@hclandscapes]

Really enjoyed this one, I've been to this restaurant before lovely place and and my Brother knows Moley well, Are you going to do an interview with Richie from Morgan's in Kai Bae? Would be great to see him on here as he's lived in koh chang for many years now.

[@ThairishTimes]

I met Richie when I was there. He's a character. We're back in BKK now but I'll try and interview him when we're next on the island. He has a cool story

[@slitsmyster]

Great video and Moleys food is absolutely beautiful

[@ThairishTimes]

Absolutely!

[@foodtaliban]

In jan 2020 I stayed 4 night at Ramayana Koh Chang Resort & Spa just up the street. I went to this place for a beer a couple of times.

[@ThairishTimes]

That's cool man. I bet you enjoyed that view

[@jamielebrun8468]

Thanks mate great stuff again

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Jamie 👍

[@bighoss9705]

This Covid-19 has been so devastating for people. After I get my 2nd jab in a couple of weeks I'll have to get down there to Koh Chang. Haven't seen it yet. Good luck.

[@williamlandy5395]

would love to visit this restaurant i wish him good luck for the future

[@Bekindloveis]

Pete can u do an update interview on this guest? Am sure his business is doing a roaring trade now & raking in big bucks now 😄

[@ThairishTimes]

I would love to, I plan on being on Koh Chang this year and will definitely catch up with Moley

[@Bekindloveis]

@@ThairishTimes great! 👍🏻 thanks & many thanks for all your very interesting spectrum of guests from all walks of life, keep up the good work 😄. PS my opinion is that for people telling their life stories if your videos with them can be at least 2 hours or 1 hour in 2 parts would do more justice for people to get to understand their stories better 😊👍🏻

[@marcusaurelius9123]

Fascinating interview subscribed. Koh Chang is wonderful without the bustle of Phuket 🙏

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Mark, yes Koh Chang is wonderful

[@Tom-Yum-Gai]

I wonder how this guy is doing now...what it's been like since travel started again. Talking bout the guy with the guesthouse. I suppose you could do a chat with him even being out of country...that seems to work real well all over youtube.

[@mixalis6168]

Cant knock Phuket, it has it all~~~ Koh Chang has the quiet beach time!!

[@ThairishTimes]

Each to their own I suppose. Living in a big city like BKK it’s great to get to the quiet beaches of Koh Chang

[@thethairishsun]

Desperate times. The picture of his pie looked lovely. Hope he's giving out some mash and gravy with them 😊 Best of luck to him! Answer to last video is 'no' btw, I just didn't wanna be a negative Nancy!

[@ThairishTimes]

hehe I knew you'd say that mate. The food is great, Moley's pies and battered fish is known all over the island

[@cherylkelly8009]

I need some old school Thai :) first time in Koh Chang was 1990 !

[@mvnorsel6354]

That sounds about right for me, 1990. I remember going to a waterfall. Thailand has changed but so have I.

[@ThairishTimes]

wow I bet it was different back then

[@GaryCartlidge]

Awesome place and nice guy and look fwd to getting back and getting a pie with mushy peas. 😋

[@ThairishTimes]

The food is top notch, best pies I've had in Thailand

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Moley's story about booming Koh Chang straight after the Tsunami was very interesting. He lives in a beautiful location. I would not recommend he goes back to the UK because he wouls be shocked at the state of the UK. I feel sympathy for the situation Moley finds himself in presently.

[@ThairishTimes]

I liked that part of his story too, it must have been great to have been on Koh Chang then

[@Adrian-S.]

Great interview

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Adrian

[@noel1541]

I guess if you want to open a bar, make sure it's unique and a great location. Otherwise it's just another bar. Great vid✌️

[@ThairishTimes]

That's it Noel, too many bars and not enough customers

[@judyengle7728]

Beautiful Place

[@ThairishTimes]

It really is!

[@montereyjp]

I will stop by the next time I’m on the island

[@thinkforyourself7010]

Hi Pete , can u recommend a place in Koh Chang for a couple & small child ? never been but your love for the place is catching …cheers

[@ThairishTimes]

Hey, try Kacha Resort at whitesands beach. Lots of families stay around that area. Awa at Kai Bae is a really nice hotel. The hotel is very family friendly and Kai Bae has some nice little bars and restaurants but be careful of the road. There’s no pavement

[@raygundesigns]

Great video, should have been another 10 mins longer.

[@ThairishTimes]

I know, we did another one a few weeks ago. Here it is if you're interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpnSq2p8ntiGqM0

[@raygundesigns]

@@ThairishTimes Will check it out. Thanks

[@JBWanders73]

Nice vlog, Pete. Koh Chang is an old favourite. I think I will take my son there later in the year. Is Paddy's Palms still there? I took my family and my Mum there for Xmas Dinner 2 or 3 years back.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks JB, Paddy Palms has moved location. It's now on White Sands Beach and it's called 15 Palms. It's a great place check it out when you're there

[@JBWanders73]

I mean the Irish pub, not the resort that was connected.

[@ThairishTimes]

@@JBWanders73 it’s closed now but the owners have opened a beach bar and hotel called 15 Palms about 200meters from the original location

[@JBWanders73]

@@ThairishTimes Ah OK, got you. I will check that out for sure next time I am there. Cheers.

[@bkkdavidg]

Very interesting story

[@ThairishTimes]

thanks Dave

[@JBWanders73]

I'm deffo going to try one of those pies.... or five!

[@ThairishTimes]

I had a few while I was on the way back to BKK, delicious. Best I've had in Thailand for sure

[@LulaJake]

This river is the best kept secret on Koh Chang. Shout out to Sapparot Bar next door to Moley's. Disappointed not to see Moley's cats. Charlie and Lulu?

[@ThairishTimes]

I’ll check sapparot bar our next time. Ah I should have filmed the cats😩

[@dublintvcontent2023]

Second English Immigrant (The various so called "Ex Pats" can and do come from anywhere, so it is good to know that here we have an English Immigrant living in Thailand and Wendy was another English Immigrant living in Thailand) interview I am watching now This one sees a raw authentic, honest, human story with plenty of grounded insights and perspectives from a very laid back and chilled guy, who seems very sound. Sad tone and situation pertaining now but hopefully things might start to gradually turn around and all of the English/British Irish Immigrants and the various Immigrants from Europe and Faranglands living in Thailand will see a more positive potential stable, secure situation living in Thailand. I keep predicting that it will be 2025 before normality and sanity starts to return but I also keep hoping I am wrong and just maybe there can and will be a turn around sooner. Best wishes to Moley in keeping the dream alive. You just never know. I laughed when he said the joke about being a millionaire in Thailand, as. I had heard many times the same idea and variation of it along the lines of: "How do you make a small fortunate in Thailand? Start with a BIG fortune!" Though possible, it is exceedingly difficult for a Farang to make a good or big success in Thailand, for so many obvious reasons. Being fluent in Thai is often a prerequisite. Luck too is always important and this "Brave New World"- "Covid19-84" madness with all it's accompanying lunacy and sheer insanity has been just really Bad Luck for so many decent people. The various British, Irish Farang Immigrants in general ,who live in Thailand have had a serious wake up call and shock to the base reality of their situation in another people's country. Exceptions are possible and real but Thailand is for Thai people and unless very wealthy, not for Farang immigrants. Thai people be Thai people and take care of Thailand for Thai people, at the end of the day. At least nominally. That is just how it is.

[@ThairishTimes]

Interesting points again. Expat or immigrant those words never bothered me. Words are just words in the end of the day. Maybe cos I'm Irish and we have a huge history of being immigrants. I also never believe Thailand is for Thais. I believe with hard work, grit, determination and an element of luck people can be successful wherever they are in the world.

[@ThairishTimes]

KZbin doesn't like your comments lol. The one you left the other day for the interview I did with Wendy has been deleted by the YT machine. Just telling you incase you think it's me that deletes them

[@dublintvcontent2023]

@@ThairishTimes That's gas, fair play and thanks very much for letting me know, much appreciated. Yeah the YT censorship is pretty horrendous and creepy. I think that the first paragraph I had literally copied and pasted directly from Wendys own YT bio. Easy to see how my whole post could be misinterpreted and assumptions and projection be made, that is the nature of the medium and internet generally. Nuance, irony, sarcasm, parody and satire easily overlooked or and misunderstood. I have seen and had comments of very innocent sorts deleted and disappeared before. It is a hit and miss thing. Have to try hard to enjoy the positives along with the negatives. We are living in CLOWN WORLD and very strange times. Be curious to see if YT us still around in 10-20 years time.

[@dublintvcontent2023]

@@ThairishTimes I replied to this and it seems to have deleted that too! Hopefully you saw my reply anyway. Maybe Yt will delete this too.

[@MatteoMontanari73]

I'm going to try Moley's soon

[@ThairishTimes]

enjoy buddy

[@nunebkk4929]

Best pies and food ever 🤌🏽

[@alanmcvicar8608]

There does not seem to be any sign on the main road for the restaurant & accomodation shown on google maps.? Maybe he needs to get a sign up.! Location wise, it seems a bit off the beated track.! Nice place , will visit one day now i know it's there.

[@ThairishTimes]

There is a sign Alan just it's not well seen cos the bushes have grown around it. I do think that the sign needs to be bigger to attract more attention

[@alanmcvicar8608]

@@ThairishTimes suggest he needs a big flashing neon pie light Vagas style... with 'Thai's LOVE pies' next to it.! That might attract a bit of attention. 555

[@DakotaTPatterson]

What's the name of his resort? Website? Actual location? Tranquil looking place. Good interview.

[@ThairishTimes]

Moley's Resort- I left a google map link in the description

[@DakotaTPatterson]

Thanks, got it. Watching on my cell phone. The screen is a little different.

[@DakotaTPatterson]

A laid back atmosphere like that,,,,,he'll probably live to be 120 years old.

[@ThairishTimes]

absolutely!

[@glennmills239]

Mole I love you x

[@seanmann863]

Do you give it a thumbs up when it is kind of a sad story?? Oh what the hell I will give ti a thumbs up.

[@ThairishTimes]

Haha thanks Sean

[@FBICPS]

Is there any training camps / fitness facilities nearby?

[@ThairishTimes]

Yes there’s a gym less than a km away and there’s a beach really close too

[@sakachiranai56]

I will visit you man, i have been waiting for locking down from Thai govt. See u

[@paulbryant3570]

What are the daily room rates at moleys

[@ThairishTimes]

about 1000 baht mate

[@lawrencelawrence3920]

I wonder if it is in someone else's name, considering that foreigners cannot own land in Thailand. Or is there another way around it?

[@ThairishTimes]

He leases the place and got a very good deal because the place was in disrepair when he leased it

[@jasenwright1178]

Where are you located on Koh Chang Moley? I like the river so I guess you are West on the island? I'd like to visit with my boat--can the tide work for me? Can I tie up the boat at your place? It's a 26 ft. motor cruiser . Will not sleep on board --need rooms for 'comfort'! Cheers! Jasen!

[@ThairishTimes]

Hey Jasen, you can contact Moley via the facebook group called Koh Chang Talk. I'm not sure if he will see this message

[@jasenwright1178]

@@ThairishTimes I don't do social media but will ask my son for help! When the weather is better I will take a trip from Jomtien to Koh Samet. If all OK and I can buy fuel in Ban Phe I will chance a trip to Koh Chang! My pal Ritchie has the Morgan Bar at Kai Bay Beach. I will confer with him--he may know Moley?--- Cheers!

[@ThairishTimes]

@@jasenwright1178 that sounds like a great trip to take. Yes Ritchie will know Moley. I met Ritchie when I was in Koh Chang. He’s a nice fella

[@jasenwright1178]

@@ThairishTimes I'll take it from there ! Cheers! well done--for me an informative post!

[@alanmcvicar8608]

How did you come across this place?

[@ThairishTimes]

A bit of networking I suppose. I met an Irishman there called Frank who knows everybody. He told me about Moley and his guesthouse

[@callaghanhurley4202]

Question,are Irish not on list for no quarantine in Nov??

[@ThairishTimes]

As of now there are 24 more countries being considered mostly from the EU. There'll be an announcement soon I reckon

[@callaghanhurley4202]

@@ThairishTimes thks you 💖

[@paulbryant3570]

Hi mate where did u buy ur sony camcorder from...

[@ThairishTimes]

Got it at Fortune Town Rama 9 mate, if you’re in Thailand check that place out for tech

[@ThairishTimes]

Shop was called EZ mall

[@paulbryant3570]

@@ThairishTimes ok thankyou.i will check it out..

[@paulbryant3570]

Do u have fb or don't give out on this channel

[@ThairishTimes]

@@paulbryant3570 I'm on instagram mate, Thairish Times

[@Liam-nx7hf]

Thai pies look nice….

[@ThairishTimes]

best I've had in Thailand by far

[@jasenwright1178]

--My apologies: Looks like the East!

[@pauldobbs2385]

Elephant in the room is the fact that Koh Chang looks like a disaster zone due to the two years of lockdown - over half the buildings derelict, stray dogs everywhere, beach riddled with sand flies and rubbish - sorry but KC has a long road to travel and needs some central planning

[@ThairishTimes]

Yes Paul, it’s a sad story. Such a great place. I fear that it’ll be one of the last tourist destinations to pick up again when this is all over

[@pauldobbs2385]

@@ThairishTimes I spent 2 months there whilst Bangkok was in lockdown and really enjoyed it largely because it wasn’t in lockdown. If I was a family of four who’d travelled from UK or Ireland then I’d have been bitterly disappointed. I met some amazing locals and long term expats including Moley (had his fish and chips twice) but I feel deeply sorry for them because without some central planning and some government investment then I is a very long road ahead - I think the rot started before Covid, I did a lot of walking and there were many old backpacker resorts etc that had closed down way before Covid

[@dustyrider244]

Try to not repeat every sentence, outside that, cool vlog

[@winegallerykohchangtrattha6530]

You stay in awa hotel today not have rain

[@ThairishTimes]

We left already

[@DenisFrance88]

yea, he sounds desperate and hopeless. so absurd, this whole thing

[@ThairishTimes]

I admire his ability to diversify to survive. He's selling pies around the island from a side-cart and he's selling enough to keep his business afloat. He's proactive gentleman that's doing what he has to survive

[@DenisFrance88]

@@ThairishTimes he s fighting, definitely... chin up! cheers mate (denis, french subscriber 43 y o)

[@RuediGisiger]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5qyaGiVfbWCmJo (video of Mole's place)

[@yadiputrabasirih4138]

???????? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐ GOOD LUCK ⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ????????

[@FrancisMcCaffrey5]

I’ve had 4 customer who bought in my retail craft shop since March 19. Without online I’d have no business.

[@ThairishTimes]

Having an online presence is the way to go for what you're doing. Any businesses who sell primarily to tourists need to have an online presence these days