IS THAILAND CHEAPER THAN CAMBODIA FOR EXPATS TO LIVE AND RETIRE IN 2023?

[@Sassy-ChefVB]

Your videos helped lead me to a great visit to Thailand this month. I was ecstatic when I found you while searching Cambodia! Thank You Doc!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

That's awesome brother Thanks for the wonderful compliment and welcome to the Trainwreck that is my life,,,. Cheers mate 🍺

[@johnfots2486]

Hey Mark, so far your analysis is showing so much value. I'm definitely staying tuned for part 2.... thanks for sharing matey!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey John thanks for watching brother I truly wish i was still in Thailand at the meeting... Lol Terribly sick mate.

[@SantiSabaiLife]

Very interesting... I would love to see some 1 bedroom longer stay options. I'm looking forward to more from you regarding Cambodia for sure. Thanks Doc!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Will do Cheers mate 🍺

[@mlrussell1]

Excellent video! Thanks to you, I'm going to have to put Cambodia on my bucket list.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

You should! There are some great things about Cambodia.... Definitely worth the visit,,,,,

[@gjban]

You never fail to impress Mark. Nice job. Cambodia is impressive, and the costs are insane. I love the fact you could go to a pub and not be harassed. Is it the same near the water? You are quite inland

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I'm not sure I'm going to be heading to the coast this trip I might save that and come back because we are in rainy season so there's not much sense of going down and being stuck in a slightly overpriced room (Lol) while it pours outside Cheers mate 🍺

[@Harki146]

Not all backpackers are broke..

[@daangs3161]

Good insight. So many other things to take into consideration though when comparing the 2 countries. Infrastructure, beaches/scenery, healthcare, culture etc. Got me thinking though.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey man and that's why I say at the end ill be doing more investigation and letting people know my thoughts of here,,,, This was a vlog about Siem Reap As we are in rainy season.... The beaches are not he best places to be at the moment Keep watching

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

You forgot the dating scene

[@Sheepleton]

⁠Cambodia has hookers too. "Dating scene" really?😂 Cambodia has more traditional better women than Thailand could ever hope to have. If you're looking to catch a disease then Thailand beats all but the Congo maybe.

[@ricepaddyreasons]

Love it! Looking forward to visiting! Thanks, Dr Mark!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

My brother you will visit and then you will leave!!!!

[@roygoad2870]

You can do the same in Vietnam too, only problem is the long term visa, which in Cambodia is simple to do! I’ve been to Cambodia a number of times, it’s ok, you should try Bali, it’s good value too and a lot more interesting culture imo! Still Thailand for me, been living in Jomtien/Pratumnak well over 3 years, better overall lifestyle, it’s easy to travel to other countries. I’ve been to Laos, Philippines, Bali, Nepal, India, Turkey while keeping my base in Thailand, can’t beat the advantage of living near Bangkok for the ease of travelling! In two weeks I’am visiting family in the U.K. and Greece, most flights are cheaper from Bangkok, which is 143baht on the bus, Jomtien to Suvarnabhumi Airport!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks for the tips!!! Yes every place you've mentioned is nice,,, I would marginally disagree on the culture aspect of Bali over Siem Reap Cambodia though,,,,, But yes Bali is beautiful .. Cheers mate 🍺

[@donaldcroom1483]

“interesting”? read a little history, what this poor country has been through. genocide, for one.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Donald I doubt you would find anyone that knows more about the history of Cambodia and all of South East Asia than I do,,,,, Trust me mate I'm the last person that anyone should tell to "read a little history",,,, Lol I've been studying SEA my whole life,,,, that's why I don't spent every waking moment in bars chasing skirts,,, instead I spend hours and hours at the temple soaking in everything about Angkor and the historical sites throughout this part of the world..... Ta Prohm Temple is my favourite place in the entire world,,, had been there over 20 times in my life!!!!!! The sad thing is 8m actually going to dona video today directly talking about your comment as well as someone else's,,,, No negativity mate,,,just some basic truth But yeah trust me there are very very few people that appreciate the history here more than I.......

[@fruitloops3718]

​@donaldcroom1483 what's the point of your comment?

[@want2bsailing804]

Awesome Video Mark. Keep these videos coming . You make me want to jump on a plane right now. Cheers to you man . 🍻🍻

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Come on over,,, o need a cameraman Lol . Cheers mate 🍺

[@stevekostakis2983]

Mark….great video….answered many of my questions.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Steve glad you liked it Cheers mate 🍺

[@rickylee6129]

Excellent VIDEO Doc 😊. Cambodia never even entered my mind. Add one more to the Bucket List 🪣.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Get here Believe me you'll like Long term,,,, I'm not so sure!!!!

[@larrylynch4376]

Omg wow can't believe how cheap it is can't wait to get over there by end of the year. Great video as always 👍 👌 👏

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Larry thanks for watching and commenting And yeah you'll be shocked by how cheap it is,,,,,

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Same. That's when I graduate with my degree and can actually teach in Cambodia. It's gonna be awesome!

[@naresrit]

Great video Doc, it makes me want to go now. Thanks Doc!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Mickey I will say this much I would definitely come for a visit and check it out for yourself because it's a very interesting place

[@naresrit]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Doc, the last time I was there was 10 years ago. I’m sure lots has changed since then. Currently, I live in Chiangmai and debating whether back to Vietnam again or Cambodia after watching your episodes it makes me want to go to Cambodia, will see. Thanks!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey brother I'm actually heading to Vietnam next week.... And I'll be honest with you things probably have not changed here in 10 years

[@naresrit]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Doc, have a great time in Vietnam, I’ll be heading out that way in July myself. Be safe.

[@justinmcintosh6554]

Wow. This surprised me. Chatting to a nice Cambodian lady and here I am learning about Cambodia. Great info.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Awesome Enjoy Love Cambodian people super friendly...

[@touchsmith4630]

I'm glad I found your channel I love this video I don't know you sir I just saw you today but I appreciate this and i'm gonna watch more of your videos

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thank you very much for subscribing I truly appreciate that Cheers mate 🍻

[@Fast-Eddie_777]

Great video mark!!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks mate 🍺

[@justinchristensen767]

How do they compare in terms of ease to communicate, safety, beaches, friendliness/welcoming of expats? Looks like really good value there.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Justin No beach sadly, but southeastern Cambodia has incredible beaches and islands....... So far communication has been a breeze and the people seems super friendly... Just the tuk tuk drivers can be annoying as heck... Cheers mate 🍺

[@justinchristensen767]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean good to hear, glad the country is treating you well.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Cheers Mate 🍻

[@krex4159]

Great video. Looking forward to the rest.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers mate 🍺

[@jasondavies8722]

A little thing about the money, most expats actually use the local currency riel as the problem with dollars is if there is the smallest defect in the note then nobody will let you use it but with riels no such problem.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

This is true Jason Same as in in Vietnam,,,,. Cheers mate 🍺 Thanks for the tip

[@peterw3252]

Plus the ATMs only give out $100 notes which can be difficult to change. ATMs also dispense Riel in varying amounts. Much easier to deal with.

[@stephenguy3901]

The comparison here in this video is so accurate for Siem Reap . It is certainly from what I've experienced the best value in South East Asia . If we were to compare the two capital cities however , then Bangkok would probably be better value than Phnom Penh . Siem Reap is a good base for an extended stay with an international airport if the occasional trip to neighboring countries is necessary.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I hated Phnom Penh

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

I just found a nice room in Phnom Penh with a bed, free wifi and a western bathroom for only $55/month. Way cheaper than my friend's $217/month apartment on Sukhumvit in Bangkok. All the foreigners just buy a Honda Click in Phnom Penh for $600 and then sell it to another foreigner, when to leave. No license or insurance required for 125 cc and smaller!

[@xkodakCAMx]

Thanks judging off your video I'm relocating to Cambodia thank a lot video is very informative

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey mate I love Cambodia,,,, at least Siem Reap anyways Lol The rest,,,,, not so much Cheers

[@paulsargent2343]

Amazingly cheap Doc . Great vlog . Might be somewhere I would consider at an age where I would be content staying put & my thirst for adventure & travel was exhausted Accomodation dirt cheap .Electric 0.25 cts unit - expensive. I admire the couple " Living Their Best Life " on $1k monthly .That requires a skill set to adapt & modify their needs , which for most people is unfathomable .

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

and that's the problem is that most people cannot adapt nor can they understand that most of the s*** that they're buying and wasting their money on is exactly that just s*** that they're wasting their money on..... I will say this much though you can see so much and do so many things here that if you have a taste for travel if you have a taste for adventure you can satisfy it here.....

[@glen7849]

I've got a few friends that have moved across to Cambodia now just for the cheaper living and easier visa's, people who had lived in Thailand over a decade

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Glen yeah a lot of guys are making that move,,,, I am going to dona video about the type of guy that's coming here,,,,,

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Expats were fleeing Vietnam into Cambodia as well earlier this year. So hard to work in Vietnam anymore they said.

[@DayStar880]

I've been to thai two times,Cambodia 12th times,and it's not about the skyscraper. It's about the people who make me warm welcome ❤️ Cambodia.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Awesome bro!!! Each place has its difference benefits, I love each place Have a blessed day

[@gif24gt60]

Arent electricity rates higher than in thailand?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

No I actually brother as it turns out electricity rates are higher in Thailand than they are in Cambodia.....

[@BarryWellman-bv2fq]

I've just booked a 4 star hotel for a month in Siem Reap over Christmas and New Year for $320 including breakfast.

[@stevencaseymiller8376]

What's the hotel?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Awesome Barry Let us know how it goes Cheers Mate 🍻

[@BarryWellman-bv2fq]

@@stevencaseymiller8376 It's called the Solar hotel l contacted them via Telegram.

[@qcannon1714]

And the good Doctor was never seen in Thailand again... 😂

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Not quite,,,, I'll be home soon enough....

[@jeffha4057]

What a great video! Thanks Mark!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Cheers mate 🍺

[@ian-uk4570]

Hi good doctor. I enjoy your vlogs. Keep up the good work.👍👍 I to like Cambodia

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey mate thanks for watching and commenting Truly appreciate your support Cheers 🍺

[@Cohowarren]

YeeHaa! I'm moving to Siem Reap in Jan! What healthcare insurance do you use if any?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I have a plan specific for Thailand and one for China I bought an online package when I went to Cambodia but honestly I can't Denver through who Let me see,,,,,, check back and hopefully I'll find it Cheers Mate 🥂

[@zandig666]

'nother great topic covering the topics I wanna hear !!!🤟🤟✌️✌️ Did you see any "happy" pizzas Mark ???

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

No I didn't see the happy pizzas Lol Cheers mate 🍺

[@stevek343]

God damnit!!! I already booked my flight to Pattaya July 1st. I would of gone to Cambodia after watching this video. Oh and please do info on having girl friend in Cambodia just like your other videos on transaction relationship's in Thailand and do a comparison. Oh and maybe do some more reviews on hotels would be nice. Thanks I always love your videos and I'm putting my trust in your info.

[@TheChadNapier]

lolololololol.... Pattaya is way cheaper than Phuket (Patong).

[@stevek343]

@@TheChadNapier yes I know, but we're talking Cambodia here. I already been to Phuket and Pattaya a couple of times and just looking for something else.

[@TheChadNapier]

@@stevek343 When I lived in Patong for one year, a lot of the expats were talking about Cambodia. But, at the time, I went to Phuket with the Sandbox Program during the end of the pandemic. They were not doing Land borders or anything at that time.

[@bijanbayne3259]

Steve K: Catch a train or flight to CAM while you're visiting Thailand. I might in a few weeks. Not just because it costs less. I'm looking f/ a place in S.E. Asia to live. Climate, transportation, WiFi, safety. Plus I don't drink

[@stevek343]

​@@bijanbayne3259 I just might do that. I booked the flight to Thailand and I guess I can cancel the hotel in Pattaya and just go to Cambodia instead. I checked out the flights so not sure how much the train costs and how to catch one?

[@charlesmassaquoi6717]

Great info 👍🏽

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Glad it was helpful!

[@williamwhite3405]

Another great video Dr Mark. Looks like a great place. Can you share the name of the hotel you stayed ?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey mate it's called Andy's Place,,,, info is in the description.. Cheers mate 🍺

[@williamwhite3405]

Dr It is great value for money. Better than other hotels twice the price. Thank you

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

It's awesome Cheers mate 🍺

[@wesgraham2262]

The quality, size and richly-furnished rooms of hotels and apartments is far superior in Cambodia than anything available anywhere in the Philippines where rooms look like bare, whitewashed, mini-rooms with no decor. Having lived in both countries I have seen and lived in the nice ones and the way-less-than-nice accomodations.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I've heard this from a few guys now... I know a couple guys that are really struggling there in The Philippines.... Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers mate 🍻

[@thierry-le-frippon]

S$ 700 to 800 a month in Siem Reap. That's all without restrictions on good food.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I agree 💯 No question that is extremely doable and allows for fun as well as a great life Cheers mate 🥂

[@saleemakhtar87]

Thanks for great cost information from Toronto Canada....

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

You're welcome Siem Reap reply is this cheap It's incredible Cheers mate 🍺 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@nigelbaker2717]

Hi Mark! Great vlog mate, definitely floating my boat. Anymore detail on coastal areas upcoming, visa and bank accounts in the future? 👍

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

That will come in the following months bro Cheers mate 🍺

[@philipnguyen3107]

Thanks Doc! Well informed video 💯👍

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks Phillip so glad you enjoyed it. I'll do a more in-depth video in the coming months,,,, Cheers mate 🍺

[@michaelkessler3487]

Sold! I am coming to Cambodia. I was going to the Phils, but after being scammed badly since April, I have lost any love for that place.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

it's so funny that you say that because I was just talking to a subscriber who lives in the Philippines and he was telling me that he had brownouts for the past 3 days they had no power at all no internet down on the island that he lives on there's no way I could live there.... I could definitely live a few months out of the year in Siem Reap but not in Phnom Penh Cheers mate 🍺

[@toddarmstrong1909]

Thanks for the vid. Daily living , Cambodia is cheaper than Thailand. I have heard that when it comes to medical, specifically serious medical treatment even in PP, many times they fly you to Thailand assuming they take you. So access to high level medical treatment , medical costs, health insurance, Thailand is better I have heard. I do not know if you have done such a video but could you do a video about medical treatments such as surgeries etc please.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I have heard similar stories and then I've heard contrasting stories... I would love to do a video about this but I'm honestly not am expert and finding someone who is,,,,, let's just say this ,,,,,, it's not easy

[@toddarmstrong1909]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Thank you Mark..no rush..and I know the video would take a lot of time and effort but it would be worthwhile to know for us older guys who are looking to live and retire in Southeast Asia...again thank for your channel

[@ianshort5897]

Great video mark

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks Ian... Cheers mate 🍺

[@lifewithcapital]

I heard Cambodia 🇰🇭 is the spot it’s on my hit list thanks for the info Doc

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey mate there is a lot of good here,,, a little ugly but overall it's nice

[@mikelmeadows6254]

Great video Doc. Any chance of doing something similar in Vietnam?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Heading this this week actually on a epic adventure... Stay tuned my friend...

[@mikelmeadows6254]

Outstanding. Living the dream.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Cheers Mikel.....

[@gooblio]

I lived in Thailand for 3 years then I moved to Cambodia and that was 18 years ago. Cambodia has been my home base for travel ever since. I live in Phnom Penh which is more expensive than Siem Reap but still I live very comfortable on $800 a month including my health insurance. That doesn't include rent though. 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Kevin that's awesome brother Personally I did not like Phnom Penh at all,,,,, I love Siem Reap but you couldn't pay me to love in PP. How much are you paying for rent? Thanks for watching and commenting

[@gooblio]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean I don't have rent I built a house here 12 years ago. I like where I live in PP. Everything is walking distance from my house and it's in a quiet part of the city not far from the airport. I don't care for the touristy part of PP either but it's a good base for travel in and out of the country. Siem Reap is cheaper than PP and it's getting a new airport and more international flights. If I had the choice today I'd like in SR. I have been thinking about moving there in the future, but all my friends and family are here.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Awesome mate congratulations on the house Thanks for replying

[@totallyraw1313]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean What makes Siem Reap so much better than Phnom Penh?

[@haleypu8846]

Iam coming this week

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

That's awesome where are you going Cambodia or Thailand?

[@jeffkravitz9109]

Awesome video

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks Jeff appreciate that . Cheers Mate

[@regulatefitness]

Hey, loved the vid. Really helpful information thanks. Where would be the best place to look to find the mentioned $150 per month rooms please?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Facebook Marketplace It's my go to for accommodations Cheers mate 🍻

[@regulatefitness]

thanks, appreciate it

[@dovygoodguy1296]

Can you talk about handling the hot humid weather in either country? And can you talk about retirement age North Americans and the usual amenities such as medical and health services?

[@wneighbor2523]

Good for Cambodia 🇰🇭

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Yeah Siem Reap is fantastic... Cheers mate 🍺

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Mark

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Mango Cheers mate 🍺

[@raymondturner9441]

Wow what an eye operner video. I was thinking of retirement to Thailand in 3 years. Not anymore, I'm Cambodian bound now at those prices. Plus as someone mentioned in the comments, easier visa requirements ie no money to show in bank and money coming in every month. Great video mark . You remember cme Ray the London cab driver. I asked you if tossing a coin in Thailand is gambling. Did you find out ?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I wouldn't throw a coin bro

[@Louhus]

Mark i belief you concerning the food. But, frome Europe we only get warnings about Combodia, They say : bad medical situations / safety issues / for example : stay on the pads dont go into small streets / street robbery’s on a daily base. Dont drink water / no icecubes/ pickpockers. Ect ect .. What have you seen until now. Frome here (netherlands )absolute unsafe to go to Combodia !?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

it's actually funny that you say that because Canada just released a safety travel warning against coming to Thailand of all places... I have heard some pretty crazy things about Cambodia but myself personally I've never witnessed anything.. but again I don't really put myself into situations where I have to be too concerned about my safety... I was planning on doing a quick blog about how safe it is to travel in southeast Asia Hopefully I'll get that done over the next couple of days... Cheers mate 🍺

[@robertsaxon2383]

Awesome work mate 👌 .

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks Robert Cheers Mate 🍻

[@robertsaxon2383]

@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean oh yeah your phuket vids helped me have a awesome holiday last month . Cheers legend .

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

That's awesome Thanks for letting know that I really appreciate it Cheers mate 🍺

[@frankkluz9787]

Sounds like the only down side might be scooter rental prices ? -- With all the other savings for nearly everything a rental might be worth it or just pay for up to $100/month for rides may be enough and end up cheaper? -- Travel may cost more out of country but if you don't do much of it....... Thanks for the 'heads up' and the truth about costs. -- A $ 1200 budget might be a very good life w/o extravagance for a single person with good health insurance ?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I think if you stayed up in this region you would be more than happy and you could have a fantastic lifestyle on $1,000 or less.... Again I'm not a healthcare or travel insurance expert so I don't talk too much about it I can only go with what I pay.... That being said I personally would not live in Cambodia

[@spotvideo4413]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Interesting. You rave about Siem Reap but would not live there? Where would you live (retire) in SE Asia?

[@olgasteele6063]

Thank you for sharing your experiences .Great video. 🎉

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks for watching Olga 🥂

[@ujazz09]

Great video Mark! How about access to Thai quality beach experiences. I have heard it isn't so great in Cambodia. Any idea?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

well here's the thing down to the South Cambodia has some beautiful beach towns and some incredibly gorgeous Islands however it's rainy season so for me to go down would be a terrible waste of time and financial resources.... I will be coming back though I promise and doing a more in-depth tour....

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Kep and Kampot you get to live by the ocean. Koh Rong is the vacation island.

[@TheChadNapier]

Another great video. Nicely done. I did hear a lot of expats are leaving Thailand for Cambodia. I lived in Patong for one year and I was surprised how expensive it was for farang. I lived in Los Angeles for 20 years, and a lot of prices in Patong was LA prices. Even the beer was LA prices...lololol. You go on Bangla Road, it's from 120-200 baht. The most expensive I have seen is 300 baht. And this is for Thai Local beer. 200 Baht is 5-6 bucks, That's how much a beer is in La...lololol.

[@mapleleafdavid]

Phuket is not cheap. Probably the highest region in any of Thailand. Nice area though and you pay a premium for it.

[@TheChadNapier]

@@mapleleafdavid yes definitely

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

hey Chad I have heard a lot of people are heading out of Thailand especially if they're living down on Phuket because it can be expensive however as I have shown in most of my videos if you're willing to look around for a deal you can find them on Phuket myself brother I would never pay those prices for beer especially on Bangla road.... I pay 60 no more!!! but here you can sit down in a really nice bar and have a bottle of beer yes it's local beer but still it's good 33 Baht I like to say that Phuket can be as expensive or as affordable as you make it yourself... Cheers mate 🍺

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Oh there's no question put cat is the most expensive place in Thailand possibly Koh Samui would be close??? the thing you need to keep in mind is most people go there on holiday so of course it's going to be more expensive for someone living full-time unless they can budget and compromise with themselves like I do.....

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

I just talked to two different guys that just moved to Pattaya and are paying 5000 baht/month for condos by Jomtien Beach.

[@claudeac2610]

I want to see price comparisons between another beach resort area otherwise it's apples and oranges. Siem Reap looks like middle of nowhere relative to Phuket or Pattaya

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

It would be more comparable to Chiang Rai to be honest with you..... and if we compared it to Chiang Rai it would still kick Thailand's ass!!!! Lol Price wise

[@josegarcia3316]

Cambodia is nice been there few years ago but I didn't see beautiful beaches

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Jose,,, southern Cambodia has gorgeous beaches and islands.... Take care bro

[@jaideedave]

I was in Phnom Phen during Songkran(Thai) they now have an app to use for your choice of taxis...easy and cheap..good deal

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Awesome whats the name of the App??? Cheers mate 🍺

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Grab and Passap

[@hal8324]

Awesome job Doc!!! 😊

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thanks Mate

[@dannyho6786]

Sweet pad !

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Amazing spot Danny Crazy for $9 a night

[@irelandpierre9234]

Hello Mark. Hope you're having a great time. I was wondering what location you're at in Cambodia. Reason is, it might be more expensive elsewhere. Love your videos man! Thank you!

[@shadmo8629]

Siem Reap

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hello Ireland I'm sorry I thought I said I was in Siem Reap,,, northern Cambodia... It's nice here and 9 am told of is cheaper thsn the capital city Phnom Penh... Cheers

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Yes sir!

[@stephenguy3901]

Siem Reap is a lot cheaper than Phnom Penh and a lot more relaxing . Hotels and apartments in PP are comparable if not more expensive than Bangkok .

[@gif24gt60]

Can u do cost of living comparison with istanbul vs izmir?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Mate let me see what I can do...... Thanks for watching and commenting

[@stephenjohnson6146]

Great video mark😊

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Stephen thanks for watching and commenting Cheers mate 🍺

[@FamilyManInThaiLand]

what part of Cambodia was this

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Siem Reap Sorry mate I thought I mentioned that in the video This is how in Siem Reap my favorite place in Cambodia.. . Cheers 🍻

[@FamilyManInThaiLand]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean thanks family

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

No trouble mate Have you been to Cambodia? If you haven't, I highly recommend it ... Even just for a week or two ..

[@Oggiwara1]

Thanks for sharing! 50 Cents ti 1 US$ I paid back in 2012 for a beer (bottle or 1/2 liter) when I was in Phnom Pen and Sihanoukville.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

You're very welcome it's insane how the prices have not changed in 11 years.. Cheers mate 🍺

[@tonysaidhi]

Hello Doc. I always enjoyed your videos and now you're doing one in Cambodia right before I arrived. What a coincidence. I will be traveling to Phnom Penh next week from Los Angeles. I'm very excited to do my own comparison, I'm a real foodie. I plan to get to Siam Reap sometime in late June or early July. I hope we can meet up for tacos and beer. Coming from California, I know what good tacos taste like. For those who don't know, there are a significant number of American Cambodians that were deported from the US. The biggest Khmer population outside Cambodia is in Long Beach, CA. Cambodia town is mixed with the Mexicans and Blacks communities. These American Khmer were raised on good tacos. Majority of Cambodia's population are called Khmers, I understand that they prefer to be called Khmer but they take no offense to the term Cambodians. I hope to meet up with you on my latest adventure. I've been to Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. I am working on getting to all the countries of ASEAN (Association of South East Nations).

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

That's awesome Thanks for educating is on that,,,, Pretty cool Explains how the amazing taco scene here!!!! Hopefully we'll catch up for a beer soon. Cheers mate 🍺 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@dogfoodtogo]

Cambodia is under rated. Give Cambodia a try you all. 😘 ☺️ 😊

[@haroldblack1923]

Great info

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Glad it was helpful! That's awesome Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers mate 🍺

[@StevenSeagalstoupee]

Phuket is on the ocean. Siem Reap is inland. That makes a difference to some people, like me.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Yes there are many doffero between the two.... Price wise Siem Reap seems to have the upper hand for sure.... But I would never trsde my slice of paradise for Siem Reap.... Just couldn't do it Cheers mate 🍻 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@Referee006]

Mark, what is the quality of medical care in Cambodia? How does medical care there compare with medical in Thailand?

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Not good

[@Referee006]

@@mylifethaidiy7045 Mark, I think that medical care is a big consideration as to where to live. I am thinking about the older couple living in Cambodia. I am not young anymore, and medical care is important to me. I believe that Thailand has excellent medical services. Is that correct? Thanks for replying.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Thank you

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I'm really not sure to be honest with you how the medical situation is because it's something that I really have not had to use. but I promise you this much I will do some research and talk to some people that have been through stuff here at the hospitals and find out what it is like

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I have heard some amazing things about the medical situation here in Thailand I'm going to talk to some people who have been through it and hopefully do some type of video about it

[@hamilhamzah2019]

Thanks Dr.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

You're welcome Hope you got something from it Cheers mate 🍺

[@Circuit7Active]

I noticed a snooker table in the background. Do they also have billiard tables for playing three cushion too?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Honestly you're asking the wrong bloke,,,,, Sorry Cheers mate 🍺

[@rogermanifold8615]

Brilliant Doc!, I've been waiting for the Doc to hit the trail.... £300 for a 1 year visa? That's increadable

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

300 USD That's insane......

[@stephenguy3901]

That price is going through an agent , a lot cheaper ( bit more hassle ) doing it yourself directly to immigration.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Just do it yourself at immigration office. It's in English anyways. It only costs $180 for the 1 year visa then.

[@stevencaseymiller8376]

What are the names of the restaurants you got the various meals at?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Oh mate sorry I don't remember Let me try and find out for you But the CHEAP restaurants are all the restaurants in Siem Reap.... Lol Cheers 🍻

[@patrickglennon7058]

You can live in both countries on a limited budget, euro 700/ 800, im in koh samui, 200 for a 1 bed.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Amazing isn't it I stayed in an increase bolace on Samui and yeah it was only 225 a month I don't think I would like Cambodia unless I was in the coast close to Vietnam I love Siem Reap it's a great place to visit,,, but live there???? Hmmmm Cheers mate 🍺 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@stephenjohnson6146]

Mark Cambodia is more expensive than Thailand .Cambodia uses American dollars .

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

So? You can use US dollars here if you want,,,,, Just because they use US dollars doesn't make it more expensive Believe me on that Siem Real is way cheaper than Thailand Cheers mate 🍺

[@stephenjohnson6146]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean ok thanks mark .

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

yeah just because they use US dollars doesn't mean that stops more expensive believe me man you can go there and you can drink so cheap and eat incredibly well for half the price of Thailand .. Cheers mate 🍺

[@luvtogroove]

What was the name of the 9 dollar first place m8

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Sorry mate it's called Andy's Place .. Not sure if you can still get that deal but if you book it and ask the owner he will definitely tell you that when I was there that's how much it cost....

[@er70ca72]

How is medical services there?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Top notch actually And the nice thing is the hospitals have different tiers to them so you can spend a fortune if you want to or you can spend a little bit but the health care here is incredible... Cheers mate 🍺

[@fruitloops3718]

Hey doc what's the weed situation? I'm on mmj program here in the states.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

In Cambodia as I understand weed is illegal,,,, not sure about MMJ I'm not a user so honestly mate I am the worst bloke to ask I hate to be that a$$hile but I would suggest Google search,,,, Sorry I know I'm a dick for that but bro I don't know. Cheers Mate 🍻 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@xerxeso1]

You Always Make Me Laugh ....Too Simple....

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Oh I am simple there's no question about that..... Cheers mate 🍺

[@PeterC245]

DR , there is a Gym , near the river in Seam Reap, 10 years ago, it was $1 a visit, today it’s still $1 a visit, Big thing Re Cambodia and beer , draught beer everywhere,

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

The beer is cheaper than water it seems ,,, Tasty too

[@notinservice3724]

hello Dr. Mark, love your shows, except for the food conversations as you seem to go for the cheap choices of fast local food, would you consider doing some healthy and heart friendly choices, thinking beef?/chicken/fish or goat, paying extra is to be expected but something roasted on a bbq sans sugar, no smoothies. thanks again, love your program

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I can But actually I get my smoothies with no sugar.. I get enough from the coke I'll try to do some better food videos in Vietnam Ok??? Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate your support

[@sdickinson5234]

Cambodia retirement visa for 55+ costs only $285 a year. Just need to show evidence of some kind of pension but no amount specified and no deposit required. Reportedly they don't even check your documentation.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

The retirement visa there is s joke to aquire So easy Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers mate 🍺

[@mattbryan8535]

Okay,so it wins hands down on all these metrics which isn't hugely surprising,given that Cambodia is a much 'poorer' country...but the question that we need answering: Does it provide a gainful lifestyle? So as it offers more than enough incentive to want to live there? Opinions please.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Keep watching and I'll show ya.... Cheers mate 🍺

[@mattbryan8535]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Yep,will do! And,the proof will be in the pudding! - You moving there😉🤣

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Matt just out of curiosity what do you mean by a gainful lifestyle? Also to be honest with you mate there's very little chance that I will be moving here.....

[@mattbryan8535]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Haha,good question! By gainful I mean would there be enough to keep you(one)busy on a daily basis?! Of course there's food which ticks a big box but there needs to be other activities for most of us - perhaps walking around beautiful streets or swimming daily, having interesting friendships,going on great motorcycle rides or spiritual stuff like yoga/meditation...I dunno exactly but I do know Thailand has lots of great stuff to do and it's just a matter of actually doing it...I guess I'm asking if Cambodia offers the same??

[@xerxeso1]

Friend....We Need a Kampuchea's Beach Video....Thailand is hard to beat in that Domain...

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Let me see what I can do Cheers mate 🍺

[@ghusaghusa2135]

I wear a 2XL tee and a size 12 shoe. I bet they have nothing for me!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Shirts yes for sure!!!!! Shoes I'll have to check Cheers mate 🍺

[@ghusaghusa2135]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean Thanks, but do keep in mind that's the U.S. 2XL shirt, not the Chinese 2xl. Huge difference.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Trust me they have your size brother

[@haleypu8846]

Where

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Down Reap is my favorite place in Cambodia

[@user-jadmi2023]

Siem Reap is a lot cheaper than Phnom Penh. It would be interesting if you'd compare Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and Phnom Penh to Thailand. Rents, food, etc. are cheaper in SR. It would be extremely hard to get similar hotel accommodations in Phnom Penh for $9.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Brother that's a video I'm afraid to say I'll never make,,,, I disliked Phnom Penh that much I'll never be back Sorry Thanks for watching and commenting Cheers 🍷

[@chrise.8715]

Another home run Doc, I noticed things priced in USD is that the currency you can use or need to exchange? Thanks Doc

[@tonysaidhi]

Cambodia uses USD for anything more than $1. It's approximately 1000 riel to 1 USD.

[@chrise.8715]

Thanks for the info

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

They use both the Cambodian Riel and the USD Everywhere has stuffed prices in USD. Cheers mate 🍺

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Tony actually bro it's 4000 Riel to 1 USD . ... Cheers mate 🍺

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Cheers mate 🍺

[@paulmanning9540]

We went there 4 years ago and came home with a new catch phrase.. One dollar! One dollar! only one dollar!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Lol so true Paul... And honestly those books for $1 are actually a great deal.... Lol Bit yeah I'm sick of that already. . That's and the tuk tuk drivers.... Cheers mate 🍺

[@samproximax1790]

Nice RL shirt

[@chrisbucko2611]

Hey there Mark.....iv been thinking about my travels and if my life fails in Thailand we're would I go to .I was thinking Loas n Veitnam...but after seeing you in Cambodia wow.good work thank you brother... as you know I'm in phuket and you know I'm very recently married and I to have had anough of phuket my wife Annie and I are leaving phuket to live in Lampang in less than two weeks.....great work thanks...come see us in Lampang 😊😮

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Hey Chris,,,, you're not gonna fail,,,, you're going to graduate eventually to a different place that's all!!! I loved living in Thai Mueng for a couple months Be honest, I am tired of Phuket as well... Cheers mate 🍺

[@chrisbucko2611]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean wen I said fail I meen my wife turns into a monster or I can not cope with the over freindly family n village people living with mother in law for two years till we save anough money to build....my story will open many people's eyes

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

You should be thinking about doing your own channel man to be honest with you people would watch like crazy

[@chrisbucko2611]

@@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean you think...don't know if I have the personality to take peoples bullshit ....maybe if we got together one day we can discuss many things...in Lampang

[@notinservice3724]

also are there sports gym to join, not western style but one on one Muay Thai, boot camps , seems not to many folk like hard cardio but would appreciate an incite

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

There are tons of excellent guns and Muay Thai training spots all over You'll have no issue at all..... Cheers mate 🍺

[@Balder2007]

Agree on Cambodians

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Cheers mate 🍺 They're fantastic people aren't they

[@kennethmcgurn3830]

He's likely right if you are young and healthy. If older and need quality care and value the outcome, Thailand could be the better choice. Maintaining retirement visa easier in Cambodia. Nice to have a choice.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I think I would definitely have to agree with you that the healthcare system in Thailand is going to be better than that of cambodia's however again as you said and I will agree with this as well much easier to get the retirement visa for Cambodia...... It's really a roll of the dice you know as to which country is going to be best for you again if you're older and you have health problems hopefully you have insurance

[@kennethmcgurn3830]

At 82 insurance either not offered or impossibly expensive, plus preexisting shreds what's covered. I signed up at govt hospital. Serious 4-day stay, all docs, meds, supplies, tests, nurses, bed, cost $550 total.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

I would say that a four-day hospital stay for $550 was pretty cheap,,,,

[@kennethmcgurn3830]

That's in a ward $15 a night. Budget conditions but top doctors.

[@fruitloops3718]

Where are the weed shops?

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Technically it is currently illegal in Cambodia,,, that being said you can find it easily,,,,, But you're taking your chances Thanks for watching and commenting

[@travelingman9763]

Betting un 5 years or more Cambodia will rival or exceed Thailand. The people are generally much more ethical in Cambodia!

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

Interesting take, I think Cambodia has so much to offer,,,, I would say it's quite possible especially if costs stay the same .... I love Cambodia, I'm just not that fond of Phnom Penh....lol Cheers mate 🍻 Thanks for watching and commenting

[@iROChakri]

Cambodia is much cheaper than Thailand but for the value wise, Thailand is miles a better deal than Cambodia.

[@whyhellotherewithdrmarksabean]

No question Thanks for watching and commenting