Is Welshwyn just surviving in Pattaya and Terminal 21

[@richardontube]

Nothing wrong with being a man who enjoys simple pleasures, whilst living within his means, in a tropical paradise.

[@welshwyn]

@@richardontube correct thanks 🙏

[@stevenduncan3392]

@@welshwynI agree better than forever fighting to stay head above water with all the things we need and pay just like in Australia.

[@stevenduncan3392]

Australia is out of control and we all want the new car credit cards loans for this loans for that. Eating out is insane here I still do it but u really feel it because fuel costs and if u shop at Cole’s / Woolworths etc u get 1 bag if ur lucky with minimal shit for 120 Aussie. We taxed so much on everything. We get double taxed on fuel our utilities that should be cheap as we have all the resources are not cheap because the government sells offshore and we buy back at high prices but governments get their nice little kick backs so they don’t give a shit our tolls on roads that our taxes are meant to take care of are high to buy and rent prices are through the roof. I would much rather be a cheap Charlie on a beach in a modest little condo exploring and enjoying life than working as many do 60 plus hrs a week to keep up with inflation and costs of living. I wish I had this mind set even just a decade ago I would be out of Australia already

[@stevenduncan3392]

I pay 550 and a week and that is modest yes 3 bedroom but if u think oh I will down size ur still only 450 which is insane.

[@stevenduncan3392]

And I know it gets hot but that better than UK freezing ur ass off etc

[@ConStar-k2y]

A testament to discipline, a routine and mental strength. Many guys with 10 times the budget end up alone, with gout, out of shape, drinking themselves into a stupor, and then cleaned out by a bargirl. I hope people can appreciate the healthy, simple and frank approach Wyn takes to life and how happy he is. I know i would probably go off the rails myself. Keep doing what you're doing big Wyn. Have a beer on me.

[@welshwyn]

@@ConStar-k2y oh mate that's so so kind of you thanks 🙏🙏🙏

[@TheSpence68]

Thats very well said. And very true. Thailand can eat you up if your not careful

[@stevenduncan3392]

@@ConStar-k2y well said

[@ColinMuller-q2m]

Brilliant wyn would love to do it coming out end January for 6 weeks i am from caerphilly would love to meet be staying in pattaya would love a good talk if your about

[@welshwyn]

@ColinMuller-q2m thanks bud yes I will be about enjoy 🙏

[@joerobertson289]

Spot on Wyn. My UK pension dosh goes a lot further here. I sold my house in Scotland, 2 years ago, no going back to the overpriced UK for me, I bought myself a one way flight ticket to Thailand, I've never been happier.

[@welshwyn]

@@joerobertson289 your also living the dream thanks buddy 🙏

[@phillipfairbrass3575]

Another one to bang on about not going back to uk, when your really sick you will run back to the uk for free nhs treatment mouthing off about paying into the tax system, you wont pay thsi hospital prices,

[@welshwyn]

@phillipfairbrass3575 oh jeez there's one born everyday so what's the answer then mate.

[@billybunter55]

​@phillipfairbrass3575 and why shouldn't they run back and use the NHS if they need to, they've paid in all their lives

[@SPUNKER1000]

@phillipfairbrass3575 Run back to the free NHS? Join the immigrant que then.😁.

[@Mary-AnnMcGowan-lx6en]

Blooming good luck to you! I love your vlogs. They brighten my day. I can't get over how much your channel has grown! It's so well deserved! With very best wishes.

[@welshwyn]

@@Mary-AnnMcGowan-lx6en oh that's so nice of you I wish you well 🙏

[@jonesdoug19]

I know, when I subscribed he was just on 3,000 and I hope some of his new ones are on my recommendation. He is so friendly.

[@alansmith4387]

You don't have to warrant what you are doing in your life to other people, it's your life. As I grown older it's come to the point where I couldn't care less what other people think of me . Hope you continue to enjoy as you are now , and good luck 👍

[@welshwyn]

@@alansmith4387 I know mate just look after no 1 now thanks 🙏

[@NevNevNev8655]

Agree...anyone that looks down on what you are doing are motivated by jealousy...l am an expat here as well

[@welshwyn]

@NevNevNev8655 nice one thanks mate 👍

[@stevenduncan3392]

@@alansmith4387 i would much rather be living in Thailand than Australia. i was an idiot blowing money here to have all the things i thought i needed when in reality saving and getting enough behind me to leave Australia should have been at top of list

[@magyarninetysix9821]

You live as you please, its warm, sunny, the people are happy and, most importantly, you are answerable to nobody and you live your own day as it suits YOU. Good luck fella.

[@welshwyn]

@@magyarninetysix9821 Thanks bud well said 🙏

[@davec2727]

Been living in Jomtien/Pratumnak for past 7 years similar lifestyle to you don't drink alcohol often gym three times a week and cook mostly at my condo love living a healthy cheap charlie life 💪

[@welshwyn]

@@davec2727 well done mate you got it made thanks 🙏

[@derekbrown7892]

What a great honest video Wyn, everything you have talked about I enjoyed ,enjoy your retirement,you deserve it!

[@welshwyn]

@@derekbrown7892 thanks so much 🙏

[@grahamgadd4786]

Retirement visa you have to lodge aus dollar 4o,000 in a Thai bank. That never gets mentioned on these vlogs.

[@parkhilton]

Thanks Wyn, your videos are inspiring, you have a envious lifestyle and manage to do it inexpensively. I hope to be joining you up there soon.

[@welshwyn]

@@parkhilton go for it you will enjoy a totally different life thanks 🙏

[@chandlerbingbong]

Ignore the bottom feeders. The upside to living on a budget means you won't become obese and you won't become an alky.

[@welshwyn]

@@chandlerbingbong very true thanks 🙏

[@andrewrobinson2565]

Very good comment 👍+1.

[@marksallai2289]

good thing I do not drink much seriously looking at settling here 6 months 2 countries due to having to have dead money in the Thailand bank

[@welshwyn]

@marksallai2289 go for it enjoy 👍

[@welshwyn]

@marksallai2289 go for it enjoy 👍

[@cheds1]

Just subbed. Love down to earth people. Respect

[@welshwyn]

Thanks mate appreciate it 👍

[@NervousNorman]

Thank you for inspiring me.

[@welshwyn]

@@NervousNorman your welcome and thanks very kind 🙏

[@guernseygary]

Yes you can open a savings account. I am with the bangkok bank and I don't live in Thailand 👍

[@welshwyn]

@@NervousNorman your welcome mate thanks so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@iTsCrazyFish]

You’ve got a solid understanding of everything Pattaya and what it takes to live in Thailand long-term. I reckon offering 1-hour consultation calls for your subscribers would be a great idea! Not only could it bring in some extra cash, but it’d also give people the detailed, practical advice they’re looking for to make the move. Definitely think you’d help loads of people with your knowledge!

[@welshwyn]

@@iTsCrazyFish thanks so much I just try to help people get a better lifestyle 👍

[@BeeLutler]

Thanks for the information Wyn, you an inspiration. I’m in 2 minds, I could do what you do on a similar budget or stay in uk and work but have 3-4 month holidays in the winter, it’s a tricky one to know what’s best.. Keep the videos coming fella, luv em!

[@welshwyn]

@@BeeLutler Thanks mate just do what's best for you 👍

[@Worthy78]

For every Welsh Wyn there are 99 Nay Sayers who haven't got the bottle to do what you have done, and taken the plunge. I'm hoping that, after your inspirational videos showing the Numbers really can work in your favour that I can move to Patts soon. Hats off to you mate, you deserve it after grafting for 42 years and making " Contributions " to the Government and getting little / nothing coming back the other way.

[@donleslie3402]

Not everyone wants to live over there. I go for 2 months in the winter, perfect for me, house in loire as well, best of both worlds.

[@welshwyn]

Thanks for that bud 🙏

[@welshwyn]

Good on you I say enjoy 👍

[@GrizwaldTheDog]

You think you're a cheap Charlie, I spent 72 baht today. 60 on Pad Thai, 10 on the baht bus to Jomtien and 2 on 2 litres of water from the machine in the basement. I had a great day.

[@andyfin990]

😂😂, superb mate , i live in korat, 2 bedroom bungalow £80 a month .

[@welshwyn]

@@GrizwaldTheDog that's the way cheers mate 👍

[@gordontickle1673]

Been here for ten years retired , I live in Chiang Rai and love every minuet we have our own home with a 2 acre garden which feed us and keep us occupied. Done Pattaya and enjoyed it, however when I visit I always enjoy it but after 4 days happy and desperate to get back North GT

[@welshwyn]

@@gordontickle1673 Nice one mate best of both Worlds 🙏

[@JohnMitch]

How do you afford the extra for horizontal aerobic instruction with an horizontal aerobics instructress???????

[@welshwyn]

@@JohnMitch now and again mate 😜

[@JohnMitch]

@@welshwyn Must be a choice between golf and horizontal aerobics then???

[@welshwyn]

@JohnMitch ha yes sometimes 👍

[@MikeHoncho884]

I’m in the Midwest in the United States Michigan to be exact. I just went out for a pizza dinner with a gal. We both got small brick oven style pizzas. They’re about 12 inches in diameter. She took half of both pizzas home donated for her kids who were in dance school. And they would be hungry when they got home. We were going to get one pizza, but I knew in the back of my mind that she was going to have to cook when she got home and it would be quite late to be cooking for her kids. She’s a super nice lady so I offered let’s get two pizzas eat half each and bring the rest home to your kids. She was delighted! It was $56 with two cocktails and two pizzas. We had vodka, cranberry juice drinks in a small rocks glass! Highway robbery. I am retired as of August 1 closing down my household here getting ready to leave for the winter. I’m getting a little taste of snow right now. I hung with my sister’s family for Thanksgiving. I’ll do the same for Christmas and then buy an airplane ticket for January 15. I’m planning on flying into Bangkok at this point and staying for about a week or two in Bangkok. And then I’m going to venture on down to Pattaya or maybe a little bit further south. Looking to rent a scooter for transportation. And I’ll be experiencing the buses. Thanks for the videos. Your lifestyle is exactly what I’m looking for. Call me cheap Charlie I don’t care! I love it just looking to stretch my pension money from 35 years of operating heavy equipment. 58 years old, looking to find a life. I feel that my career consumed me said to say. I’m ready to start living! Hope to see you around Pattaya soon! I’m a new subscriber to your channel. Take care.

[@SchnazzyVideo]

I assume you've been to LOS a few times. If anyone plans to sell up and move here I'd highly suggest you do a 90-120 day stay to start and rent a condo. Live like you're living there permanently, then go home. Maybe you decide to stay in the USA, maybe 50/50 time or maybe you are good to 100% move but that 90-120 non-tourist mode has really worked for a few guys. Not all guys moved 100%. just an opinion

[@griswald7156]

In the UK you go to the Waitrose supermarket…buy two chilled top class pizzaz for £6 each….….then take them home and put the wood in the oven…£12…forget $56…..

[@welshwyn]

@@MikeHoncho884 Hi bud delighted to have you on board. Your making a good move enjoy your new life and thanks for the kind words 🙏🙏🙏

[@welshwyn]

@@griswald7156 if you go to checkpoint in Pattaya you get 2 pizzas for £3-50 each and eat them on the beach in December 👍

[@N17247]

The way I look at things is......we're all in different boats but on the same ocean. The older I've got the less I spend in Pattaya, not something I tried to do. But the closer I've got to retirement the less I go out drinking. I still enjoy 1 or 2 mad nights a week in Patts, but increasingly most nights I go out for dinner, night markets, cinema or just 1 or 2 beers and a few games of pool etc. Spending lots of money is not = having fun. My retirement will be next year so hopefully I'll see you in Jomtien or Pattaya. I absolutely love the place. There's only family here in Wales to keep me here, but as my son says.... I have a duty to be happy for myself. I do intend to visit family in UK on holidays, and even have them come out to Thailand to see them. Life is too short. Good luck to you pal, have a few beers/coffees on me......Mark

[@welshwyn]

@@N17247 thanks buddy you said it as it is appreciated 👍

[@Ardoyne10]

Well said m8 I won't be far behind youl😅

[@ozzy6668]

A great advantage of getting older is that other people's opinions of you matter less and less.

[@welshwyn]

@@ozzy6668 exactly 💯👍

[@jamesovenstone188]

A great disadvantage of getting older is the increasing level of medical care you will probably need. Lots of 50 somethings living the good life so long as their health holds out but blissfully unprepared for serious health issues which can spring out of the blue.

[@DaveH649]

Just seen your vlog, be interested to know your rent and quality of accommodation.

[@welshwyn]

@@DaveH649 one bedroom 7500 monthly one year contract 👍

[@DaveH649]

@welshwyn Thanks👍

[@paulhoey2956]

Not sure what's worse being cold,wet, miserable and bored or watching Corrie.Keep enjoying what YOU do.Cheers

[@welshwyn]

@@paulhoey2956 ha 😂 thanks 🙏

[@jeffreypitre5189]

😊how much is your pen sion every month

[@welshwyn]

@jeffreypitre5189 £827 👍

[@welshwyn]

@jeffreypitre5189 £827 👍

[@FpH-q8z]

Wyn This is my 1st ever comment on social media and I'm your age group . I have just starting watching this video and please let me express you do not need to justify yourself to anyone . Your content is always great to watch and honest . Keep smiling as Geoff Carter would say . From one fellow taff to another see you there in January , perhaps in Webby 's . I'm in Pattaya from the 6th . Ps I m useless at IT so don't know how we could DM to catch up for a few jars , the first 4 are on me 😊

[@welshwyn]

@@FpH-q8z oh that sounds much that means a lot 🙏🙏🙏

[@FpH-q8z]

Go Safe Wyn , hope you catch up early in 2025​@@welshwyn

[@welshwyn]

@FpH-q8z thanks 🙏

[@zeezeeone]

I am a first time visitor to Thailand. I have been to Bangkok, Krabi, Phi Phi and Phucket is next before we fly home. It is so cheap out here. I hope I can retire here in the next few years. I have a few ties and constraints back home otherwise I would do it now. Anyway, I will start researching when I get back to rip off UK. Thanks for your video.

[@welshwyn]

@zeezeeone you go for it mate thanks 🙏

[@alangraham8926]

No edge to you Wyn you tell it like it is. I don't think you need to qualify your lifestyle to anyone but I do get it that people are curious. Your candor is appreciated and it will assist many that are reticent to make the move. One thing you can't stress enough is if you are on a budget stick to it, not always easy I know.

[@welshwyn]

@@alangraham8926 thanks buddy I hope I have inspired you to do the same 👍

[@alangraham8926]

@@welshwyn been here for 4 years already thanks Wyn. I do think no amount of preparation is the same as experience but some advice always welcome.

[@welshwyn]

@@alangraham8926 oh sorry didn't realise 4yrs nice one thanks 👍

[@alangraham8926]

@@welshwyn yes mate I was working in New Zealand and got kicked out because I would not take the jab, then for the same reason could not realistically go any place else! I had visited many times before so really was not a huge learning curve BUT every day is a new day here!

[@welshwyn]

@alangraham8926 ah that stuff ruined it all thanks 🙏

[@deanbartlett1677]

Brilliant video and without doubt the most sensible person i have seen post videos in Pattaya so far. Just subscribed. You are 100% right about liiving within your means and you have a great life style from what i can see. Eating healthy and genuienly living a far better life than you can in the UK. Its going downhill here by the day. Looking forward to catching up with your other videos.

[@welshwyn]

Hi kind words enjoy the other vids thanks mate 🙏

[@andrewrobinson2565]

Knowing what "a treat" is, and being able to have one now and again, is something which is a great skill.

[@welshwyn]

@@andrewrobinson2565 exactly 👍

[@GarryPrice-b3q]

Take no notice of people and keep the good work up ❤❤🎉🎉 fair play to you

[@welshwyn]

@@GarryPrice-b3q Thanks bud 🙏

[@howarddavies9677]

Very good video Wyn, it's seems like your living quite comfortably and most definitely enjoying yourself which is the most important thing.

[@welshwyn]

Oh yes thanks 🙏

[@Kate-wz3he]

Love watching your videos and following your adventures. We are planning a visit during low season. Which month would you suggest is best weather wise? Cheers.

[@welshwyn]

@@Kate-wz3he Hi low season months are very similar weather wise but I would try May only about 6 days rain and price can be cheaper hotels etc thanks 🙏

[@Kate-wz3he]

Thanks for your reply. What is it like July/August? Not sure we can get time off work in May - cheers 🍻

[@welshwyn]

@Kate-wz3he July August a bit more rain and humid but the days are still pleasant with enough sunshine to let you enjoy the beach and explore. 👍

[@Kate-wz3he]

Thanks so much for your advice. We will try to aim for July. Right now to book some hotels - thanks again 😊

[@welshwyn]

@Kate-wz3he your welcome thanks for watching 🙏

[@nickweekes9595]

It’s your life and you are giving a realistic view of expat life , not overspending which may cause a hasty return to the UK. Good luck to you.

[@welshwyn]

@@nickweekes9595 thanks again mate 👍

[@jamesovenstone188]

But it's not realistic! What is the long term plan as you get older and require increasing levels of medical care. What's the plan if you require surgery to remove a tumor? What's the plan if you're diagnosed with stage 2 cancer? So many naieve farangs with a 'it'll never happen to me' mentality. Even if you have first class medical insurance it will only cover so much.

[@welshwyn]

@jamesovenstone188 what's the plan wherever you in the World you can only make a plan with what you got and I like many other here have that and making the most from it 👍

[@nickweekes9595]

@@welshwyn And in the UK it is so cruel that if you have saved all your life when you get old and have to be cared for those savings are taken . The moral of the story, live for today, tomorrow is not guaranteed.

[@welshwyn]

@nickweekes9595 spot on mate thanks 👍

[@keithredshaw3330]

Hi Wyn, great vlog, I first went to Pattaya in 84, then 31 years later, now I am retired and determined to move there or to Cambodia but Pattaya is my goal, hope to see you in land of smiles next year, cheers

[@welshwyn]

@@keithredshaw3330 thanks bud just do it and enjoy 👍

[@jonesdoug19]

@@welshwyn I would recommend Pattaya if you like a beach. The only beaches in Cambodia have been taken over by casinos even on the actual beach.

[@terryquinn2119]

HOW DO YOU MANAGE HEALTH CARE WYN.

[@welshwyn]

@@terryquinn2119 have insurance and self pay what I can thanks 🙏

[@VagabondRob555]

Well said Wyn. You're living a great lifestyle. All the best. Cheers

[@welshwyn]

@@VagabondRob555 thanks 🙏

[@dez548]

Good video I like the way you explain stuff look forward to seeing other different parts of the way you live in beautiful Pattaya

[@welshwyn]

Thanks mate 👍

[@CecilHughes-u7q]

I’ve just subscribed. You’re living my dream. Thailand is a beautiful country and you don’t need much to live on. Good luck 👍🏻

[@welshwyn]

@@CecilHughes-u7q thanks bud 👍

[@welshlad6427]

Fair play to you mate. We live just one life and all in all it’s a short one. In my opinion as long as you’re happy then that’s all that matters. Looks a great life overall to me 👍

[@welshwyn]

@@welshlad6427 Thanks bud very kind 🙏

[@alanhall1297]

Hello Wyn, I subscribed to your channel a few weeks ago and watch all your very informative vlogs, thumbs up on them all . I am looking to retire out there next year and was wondering if you could recommend an agent to obtain a retirement visa and how much they will charge? Thanks . Keep up the great work. Alan.

[@allangreenley9901]

It should cost you about 35 thousand bhatt for a retirement visa no more..plenty of agents around in Bangkok or pattaya there roughly all the same. Then renewing it after a year 15/18 k in bhatt. Remember 90 days report as well to do

[@alanhall1297]

@allangreenley9901 fantastic, thank you very much

[@welshwyn]

@@alanhall1297 hi mate my agent is Manneerat soi 13/1 Pattaya🙏

[@alanhall1297]

@welshwyn thank you Wyn, much appreciated

[@jonesdoug19]

I have been told Maneerat who I used when I lived here until 2013. Conflicting prices for renewal but the best I can find is 12,000 or £25 per month.

[@franciscofredericci4081]

WelshWynn :) Im coming over in March to Phuket for 12 days family holiday 3 of us. How much you think is a budget oer day just food and drink? :)

[@welshwyn]

@@franciscofredericci4081 hi for three I reckon 1500 bht would do 🙏

[@franciscofredericci4081]

@welshwyn - thank you :) Much appreciated. I was in Thailand years ago and would agree with you largely. Puts my mind at rest, shall bring a little more as cover, although thanks for the reality check! :)

[@welshwyn]

@franciscofredericci4081 your welcome mate 👍

[@jamesovenstone188]

Phuket is expensive. Do you want a beer or glass of wine with your dinner? What quality level are you looking for? Thai food or European? If you're on a 12 day holiday will you have time to root out cheaper local options? I'd budget 2000 Baht per person per day, and that isn't getting anything too fancy. It is a very expensive island. Let us know how you get on.

[@franciscofredericci4081]

@@jamesovenstone188 - Thanks James I was thinking just over that as "back up" :) We shall be having a mixture - western and Thai :) not too much alcohol as with our daughter :)

[@MaxPower-dt8bb]

I've been to the big four Banks in Thailand and every Bank has said that I can only have a deposit account only, I would prefer an account that paid interest % on savings,so if anyone knows a Thai Bank that does offer this please reply 🙏

[@robertjames538]

the savings account are a miserable1:25 % give or take.You can get one at Bangkok Bank but they will entice you to buy insurance consider the accident insurance for 1 year .You do not have to renew !.I got mine via a young lady called Puiy who I believe is now in BBK Soi Buakhoi Pattaya

[@MaxPower-dt8bb]

@robertjames538 even 1.25% is better than the 0% that I get now, Thanks I will definitely check that out 👍

[@MichaelMaks]

Great blog,.....BTW where is your apartment located

[@welshwyn]

@@MichaelMaks Arcadia Continental 👍

[@BasherBrown]

Living on a budget is fine, you still have a lifestyle and standard of living far better than 99% of people in the west.

[@welshwyn]

@@BasherBrown well said mate 👍

[@kevmoloney8496]

Wyn great information but what about medical insurance?????

[@welshwyn]

@@kevmoloney8496 yes I have it I pay around £560 a year thanks 🙏

[@WaveCom-y4b]

No justification required from you Wynn crack on with your life and Vlogs mate. I and Im sure many others enjoy them very much. Stay invested with Zopa pal. Live your best life pal.👍

[@welshwyn]

@@WaveCom-y4b thanks kind words 👍

[@Miketom38]

Is the on course bookies at the Royal Bangkok horse racing? Next meeting Sunday 21st Who runs trips?

[@welshwyn]

Yes you can bet on course like the tote thanks 👍

[@dhunjiwadia]

We are living the dream through your eyes. I enjoy your vlog. And look forward to each new post. Thanks. And cheers!

[@welshwyn]

@@dhunjiwadia oh cheers mate kind words 👍

[@davidwilliams6525]

Where were you living in Wales?

[@welshwyn]

West Wales 👍

[@SawBoss890]

🤞🤞🤞 I'll be making the move next year. Your living the dream and inspiring people to make the move before it's too late. 👍👍👍

[@welshwyn]

@@SawBoss890 thanks mate enjoy 🙏

[@paulbedford1789]

I think you have got it spot on mate. Fair play to you. 👍

[@welshwyn]

@@paulbedford1789 that mate appreciate it 👍

[@MataiosWorld]

Just came across your channel & liked this video & subscribed, Im living in Jomtien, I am only 39 so I have the ED Visa. Left my home country due to cost of living & this place paradise for us when done right 👍 will check out your other videos now, I learn alot from wise men like yourself, take care & best wishes. cheers! 🍻

[@welshwyn]

@@MataiosWorld thanks mate enjoy 👍

[@welshwyn]

@@MataiosWorld thanks mate enjoy 👍

[@andrewhuhn6006]

Let me tell you a little story.... (I recently separated.. for the last time in the Western World anyway) with my partner in life after 12 years... no kids and not married and it still cost me a fortune... Not complaining, and I am still in a very strong financial position. What I can tell you is all she ever wanted was eating at fine dining restaurants, drinking fine wine and cocktails, and flying everywhere business class... Now that I am on my own I enjoy life on my terms and spend nearly 65% less than I ever did... I still lead an amazing life but enjoy local food, culture and a hotel that is comfortable but not extravagant... Will be in Bangkok and Pattaya over Christmas and New Year to celebrate.... Retirement is not far off.... "Live the life you love" Wyn and keep doing what you are doing... making good content.

[@welshwyn]

Cheers mate well explained comment 👍

[@dazmartindale1002]

Another great video Wynn I'd like to bet that there are hundreds of you subs. that would love to live your life. I know I would Family commitments prevent me from moving out at the moment but I'll be there one day, living the same sort of life as you on the same sort of budget and I'll be a very happy man. Keep up the good work and keep the vids coming. Good luck Mate😊

[@welshwyn]

@@dazmartindale1002 thanks mate go for your dream 🙏

[@juergenweidner1]

Greetings from Swansea. Just found your channel. I am retired but COPD disabled. I am contemplating to retire to Jomptien or Hua Hin in a retirement home. If you should have any information or know people in the same situation, I would be so grateful for it. I wish you the very best and cheers to you

[@jonesdoug19]

My mate on the floor above has COPD and he has been here 3 years. The hospitals are better here than UK. You can actually get to see a doctor and quite cheap.

[@welshwyn]

@@juergenweidner1 hi bud I know there are options here for you but not sure of the nitti griti. I wish you well 👍

[@listey]

First time seeing your channel, so hello! It's crazy that you have to justify your life choices, but it makes total sense why you would want to retire over there and definitely seems smart working to a budget. Good luck to you.

[@welshwyn]

@@listey Thanks nice comment 👍

[@Oman90012]

You are doing great Wyn ! What other people think of you, shouldn't be your concern. As always, nice and enjoyable video. Keep it up and all the best mate 💪💪

[@welshwyn]

@@Oman90012 cheers buddy nice comment 🙏

[@boomme3598]

That breakfast looked spot on!! Great informative video Wyn. Weather looks great and beach too!! Cold and wintery here!! That certainly is better than the tax and cost of living hell back in the UK!! Are there any guys who have a wife back at home in Wales/UK who still are out there with you long term? ;)

[@welshwyn]

@@boomme3598 yes but there all exes 😂👍

[@funnysods]

Only one life Wyn, no second chances, so enjoy it the best you can. fair play to you going it alone, doesn't matter at all if some folk don't agree with what you're doing, that's their problem. New sub, thanks for the vid mate.

[@welshwyn]

Thanks for the kind words 🙏🙏🙏

[@CRAIG5835]

Hi Wynn from Kiwiville. Hope you have a Cool Yule and a prosperous '25.🎄🎄

[@welshwyn]

@@CRAIG5835 same too you mate thanks 🙏

[@rufusreloaded1043]

I'm in a similar situation, similar income too. Dont the savings bank insist that you are as UK resident though?

[@welshwyn]

@@rufusreloaded1043 not sure mate 👍

[@BareKnuckle666]

Can you do a review of Webbys

[@welshwyn]

@@BareKnuckle666 doing one soon 👍

[@johnatkinson7479]

I think in some ways guys are better off on a budget, it can keep you sensible when temptation is all around you..many crash and burn with big savings especially if you like a drink and party lifestyle

[@welshwyn]

@@johnatkinson7479 spot on thanks 🙏

[@SPUNKER1000]

Excellent, Informative vlog.Thank you.👍

[@welshwyn]

@@SPUNKER1000 your welcome thanks 🙏

[@johnshores6061]

The crazy thing is my council tax in the Uk is more than the rent on our 2 bedroom townhouse an hour north of Bangkok . We live a simple life here and never exceed 50k in a month for the 2 of us .

[@welshwyn]

That's the way to do it well done 👍

[@markhughes9092]

I'm a new subscriber mate. I will be there in febuary for a holiday. You are doing exactly the right thing and the food court at Terminal 21 is amazing value.👍🙏🏼

[@welshwyn]

Thanks mate nice one 👍

[@prancer4743]

Enjoy your self life’s to short as we all know 😀👍🙏

[@welshwyn]

@@prancer4743 cheers bud 🙏

[@davidmcquaid2557]

Another great vid! Would you ever do one of going for the weekly or monthly grocery shopping for your apartment? Cheers!

[@welshwyn]

@@davidmcquaid2557 just did one a couple of days ago in Big C supermarket 🙏

[@welshwyn]

@@davidmcquaid2557 just did one a couple of days ago in Big C supermarket 🙏

[@mmamommamo6152]

Hi. You are enjoying life at a tight budget. ( 827 pounds) . Nothing wrong with that. It's very inspiring. We all wish to do the same. I love your videos. I hope I can retire in few years and Live part time in Thailand.

[@welshwyn]

You will make it if you want cheers mate 👍

[@mmamommamo6152]

Cheers. Thanks

[@donaldmccra3486]

Great vlog Wyn. You are an inspiration to all of us that want to move to paradise but will need to live modestly. As long as you are enjoying your retirement nothing else matters.

[@welshwyn]

Oh nice one thanks 🙏

[@stupot1952]

I am with Bangkok Bank Wyn i just had to get a letter of stay think it was called from immigration, i use WISE to transfer some money its through in a matter a seconds just take your address to the bank and passport think your letter from immigration is 500bt good luck

[@andyfin990]

Certificate of residence its called,, i needed one to open my kasikorn account.

[@welshwyn]

@@stupot1952 wise is the way to go thanks 🙏

[@FrankBoff]

Enjoyed your honesty - subscribed mate

[@welshwyn]

@@FrankBoff thanks buddy 🙏

[@ianaskew6401]

Congratulations wyn the jury is definitely out on that one !!! Love your vibes and videos you really deserve lush new life style im same as you but I’m 7 years until I can do same move to Thailand im over in January for 6 weeks to explore and travel enjoy the beautiful country really has help me wyn watching your videos hopefully see you bout when there 💯🍺

[@welshwyn]

@@ianaskew6401 nice one thanks and enjoy one day 👍

[@nickjones8867]

The budget is all about willpower so many temptations been visiting 25yrs enjoy your life Wyn.

[@welshwyn]

@@nickjones8867 spot on thanks 🙏

[@SteveSmith-zo4ml]

Do you have a bird budget ?

[@welshwyn]

@@SteveSmith-zo4ml oh yes 😂👍

[@andrewmack2161]

You have a hundred times better life than if you'd stayed anywhere in the UK, so that's a level of 'surviving' I'm jealous of. I will be over there long-term soon but it's taking a long time to sort my UK situation first.

[@welshwyn]

@@andrewmack2161 thanks mate I wish you well 👍

[@tanthaman]

And what situation is that

[@andrewmack2161]

@tanthaman organising assets.

[@ctfc2204]

Hi Wyn, Wheres the best place to look for cheap accommodation? Cheers

[@welshwyn]

Hi mate it depends are you looking for a hotel or a condo. Hotel I would use booking.com if it's a long term condo try some agents like Pattaya Condo online 👍

[@Snip59]

Appreciate so much putting up the exchange rate cheers if u could keep doing.Thank u so much from Phil in Australia back in jomtein well arrive 17.

[@welshwyn]

@@Snip59 your welcome 👍

[@Snip59]

@@welshwyn Much appreciated indeed.

[@jay7580]

Wyn, you do what keeps you going and enjoying retirement life. You are spot on and just do you. Living here i find health insurance is important, but that is up to you. Sitting by the pool watching everyone go home, that alone would put a smile on your face. Enjoy

[@welshwyn]

@@jay7580 yes thanks for understanding what I'm all about 👍

[@kevinfletcher4112]

Had a Thai current account for over 15yrs no problem. 300 baht yearly fee for atm card, never had any issues,

[@welshwyn]

@@kevinfletcher4112 nice one cheers mate 👍

[@AnthonyHughes-c7q]

You're smashing it pal, good luck and all the best .

[@welshwyn]

Thanks mate 🙏

[@damianshepherd6265]

It’s amazing that so many people are reluctant to move to Thailand. Have been here for almost 3 years and all I keep hearing from friends back home are the cost of living expenses are getting crazy. Even if costs go up 10% here in Thailand it doesn’t hurt me financially. I estimate my costs of living expenses in Thailand are 1\4 of what they would be back in Australia.

[@welshwyn]

@@damianshepherd6265 spot on bud thanks 🙏

[@erikramaekers63]

Do you have to leave Thailand every 60 days ?

[@welshwyn]

@erikramaekers63 not on a retirement visa only on the visa exempt but you can extend it first from 60 days to 90 . 👍

[@soidog154]

Hi Wyn it's great you can live happy on your budget I think if I had a choice living UK or Thailand on your budget I would pick Thailand must be far better for anyone's mental health to be in a warm climate not 10 months of UK rain , I have i lived in Thailand for a year on more of a budget I had to return to the UK as my brother past away, my job I left was offered back to me I made the decision to except it, I have done a lot of thinking about my budget my problem is I like the bars and the girls plus travelling,, if I work 3 more year I would have enough but I always said I would rather be in Thailand with the money I have than live in the UK the 3 years will pass but will be tough, can you get any female company on your budget or have you not bothered your budget out there you would need double here in the UK and cold dark nights watching TV like most retired people do your channel is unique it's very good to understand living a 1000 baht a day lifestyle cheers wyn

[@welshwyn]

@@soidog154 hi mate great comment try Thai friendly it's great app for company 🙏

[@AJ-ww6qs]

Hey mate, what area and condo do you live around? Wongamat? We are looking around in January please.

[@welshwyn]

@@AJ-ww6qs I live half way between Pattaya and Jomtien 👍

[@geoffjessamine7807]

Hi Wyn If you have a retirement visa you have to have a Thai Bank account to prove that the requirements ( funds) are proven. I'm retired living in Jomtien, would love to catch up for a beer

[@andrewrobinson2565]

He means a SAVINGS account with interest %.

[@welshwyn]

@@geoffjessamine7807 yes correct thanks 🙏

[@KieranWxm]

A true inspiration you are Wyn to those of us looking to retire out there. My date is set for end of July 2025. Cannot wait and will reach out to you to go for a beer when I’m there. 🍻🍻

[@welshwyn]

@@KieranWxm thanks mate I wish you well 🙏

[@Mot8484]

I’d rather be struggling in Thailand than be rich in the uk!

[@welshwyn]

@@Mot8484 💯👍

[@Steven-e6x]

Fair play to you Wyn.All the best from Sunny Rhyl North Wales

[@welshwyn]

@@Steven-e6x Thanks Rhyl 👍

[@freespirittravellingeast556]

Hopefully I will be living there in 2 years. I have been going to Thailand since 2007. I am Envious of your lifestyle compared to mine in UK.

[@welshwyn]

@@freespirittravellingeast556 go for it bud thanks 🙏

[@saudadessuas]

For how long can you stay there ? Do you have to leave and then come back again ? You have a tourist status ?

[@welshwyn]

@@saudadessuas hi I have a retirement visa for one year . 👍

[@passportbro7]

Welsh boy Wyn definitely living the life ✅ back home very depressing in the UK , bills bills and more bills 😭

[@welshwyn]

@@passportbro7 yep it's a good life 🙏

[@RichardAlsop-np2nr]

Very good Wyn. What was youraccodation cost again 40?

[@welshwyn]

£40 a week 👍

[@stevefrith9924]

all you need is to be happy, seems like you are. enjoy

[@welshwyn]

@@stevefrith9924 thanks 🙏

[@CKirk2727]

I think You're Thriving, not just surviving !!! Just remove those naysayers and not even worry about them as they are jealous. Keep Living the Dream Wyn !!!

[@welshwyn]

@@CKirk2727 correct 💯 thanks 🙏

[@mb4308]

Hello mate, where are you staying ii need a cheap place

[@welshwyn]

Arcadia Continental 👍

[@andyjackson5986]

That was a good honest vlog wyn,my house sale is going through and im moving there in march,for £150 a week here you would probably get a bedsit or a crap flat,and come april everything is going up even more so your a lot better off there than here,i got told by my mates thai wife you can get a savings account but you get nothing for interest cos your not thai,im hoping to live on £1500 a month so your a good inpiration for us all

[@ferney2936]

You'll find it easy to live on that amount. I live quite happily in Jomtien on £700/month but I don't drink. I agree with you that Wyn is actually underestimating how much it would cost him to live in the UK

[@welshwyn]

@@andyjackson5986 your budget will be great out here 👍

[@cmb1972]

I will be in Pattaya in Feb, I will buy you a drink if I bump into you for the sound advice.

[@welshwyn]

@@cmb1972 cheers pal 👍

[@williambyron564]

You'd be lucky to get 7 drinks for £30 in the UK currently.

[@welshwyn]

@@williambyron564 exactly 💯👍

[@Fellowtraveller2]

Thanks for the commentary Wyn, always authentic. I hope to be back in Pattaya next March or thereabouts, and hopefully run into you somewhere and buy you a pint.

[@welshwyn]

@@Fellowtraveller2 thanks so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@ricko3145]

Enjoy your retirement Wynn. Best of luck to you

[@welshwyn]

@@ricko3145 thanks 🙏🙏🙏

[@Flymike53]

Hello Wyn first time I saw your channel, I live in Stoke Uk but hail from Cwmbran. I found your video interesting, I’m 71 now and live alone and spend most of my time alone doing what I want. I’ve been toying with the idea of changing this life for something more enjoyable, do you have company there? How do you spend your evenings? Cheers Mike

[@welshwyn]

@@Flymike53 hi mate the easiest place on earth to find company and affordable to enjoy yourself take care bud 🙏

[@Flymike53]

@@welshwyn thanks Wyn appreciate it !

[@jeffreymcauliffe7880]

Everybody living in Pattaya are on different budgets! And you live to means! Its way better than living back home! Some people go there and have no control and become broke! Enjoy! Ya lucky bastard! I visit Pattaya for 2 weeks and airfare accomodation insurance etc and spending money! My total for the holiday is $2k AUD and i still enjoy myself! 👍👍👍

[@welshwyn]

@@jeffreymcauliffe7880 your doing ok mate keep going 🙏