Making $50 Last in Thailand 🇹🇭 (Is This A Realistic Budget?)

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Do you think $50 USD a day is a realistic daily budget for Thailand?

[@thaitraveller77]

depending very much where you're going to. For the north it will be more than enough, for the south it might be too little and for Kho Yao doesn't make any sense!

[@twinflowerfioretta]

I think for a single person it`s always more expensive, we travel always with our partners, so we can share room, food and beers😊😊

[@MoniandDunny]

​@thaitraveller77 Agreed. For our Canadian dollars,especially! $25-30 for a night at a hostel or hotel is expected. Plus $5-10 for a plate of food twice per day. That's pretty much it! With USD, you have a little more left over for transportation or entry tickets to something. But it's tight, and most people would be stressed traveling like that, imo. You have to he creative with a 50/day budget, and forced to stay in the north.

[@ExpatGlobetrotter]

All inclusive of all expenses I would think $50 p/day would be enough to live on. There are many days that you can get by on $10 or less for food.

[@MrEye4get]

For a vacation stay, I'd suggest $100 a day!

[@ExtremeStreetEats]

Money is so subjective Paddy. Fifty is a fortune for some and nothing to others. I can easily survive on fifty a day in Thailand. Thinking most Thais live on 300 to 500 a month USD. Always enjoy your videos mate.

[@Adam_Adam_Adam_Adam]

To be fair, after the boat to the island, scooter and accommodation he had $17.50 per day to spend which isn't much for Southern Thailand. Most Thais aren't incurring these costs. Budget long term accommodation in Thailand is really cheap.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Koh Yao Noi was our go-to secret island when I lived in Phuket. I love it!

[@EllisWR]

$15 for a nice hotel $7 for food $7 for scoots rental Happy days!

[@DNAtraveling]

The wife and I budget £500 a month when we travel Thailand for both of us, for food accommodation and travel/activities. We do fine 😅

[@jimsonweed1]

I've been a subscriber since the beginning, and I must say that these hidden jems in Thailand are my favorite videos of yours, Paddy. Keep them coming!

[@travelertrome8449]

Budgeteers Paddy is back! This is what you were doing when I started following you, Thys, and Lina. What a stunning place. I have been to Phi Phi, Phuket, and Krabi. How I never knew about this place is shocking to me. Now I have to come back! Thanks Paddy!

[@limdog5000]

Just need Paddy to start couch surfing and hitch hiking again.

[@nikkiedwards474]

Hey Paddy, that sounds like a whole new series!! Paradise off the beaten track, all those beautiful islands that we don't get to see 😊. We will definitely be adding this island to our list

[@scottbulmer8226]

You are back to your brilliant best Paddy. Love it when you go low end earthy. You do it so well and no pretence. Youre authentic. Well done sir 🙏

[@skinmeister1]

Been in love with Koh Yao Noi since the first time we traveled there in 2012. I’ve visited Yao Yai also, but think Noi is the better choice, its beauty and peaceful laid back feeling are just amazing. Thanks for this video, Paddy!

[@trentpatton2616]

Nice place. I should definitely go there one day , so many places in Thailand so little time .

[@keithhogg1963]

Hey Paddy, looks like you’re doing great! And a great video. I stumbled across your video. I remember you from the Budgeteers. You inspired me then. My wife passed away at that time after 19 years of marriage . And y’all helped me through a rough time.I am from America. Now remarried and living in Vietnam. Thank you for the videos from that time. And what you’re doing now. Looking good man. Keep it up😊 by the way. I am a new subscriber 😊

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Great to have you here buddy 🙏

[@สุทธิศักดิ์มธุรพงศากุล]

Koh = Island Kao = mountain Yao = Long Yai = Big Noi = Small

[@ThailandThomas]

So many islands to explore so little time! Always enjoy the informative travel videos mate.

[@noreenneu837]

Love love loved this video Patty. The thing I most loved about your 77 provinces series was that you took me places that I might want to go during my winters in Thailand. This island is now on my list. Thanks for your insights . I am a budget traveller so I appreciate that perspective as well. Thanks.

[@willsmith39]

Patty?! You're too soon with that, he's not doing his 'i became a Thai ladyboy' video until subscriber count gets desperate

[@ani9603]

Amazingly beautiful Paddy! Thank you for showing us this place.❤

[@cynthiahounsome635]

What a beautiful place, one more to add to my list. Thank you for sharing!

[@connielinz879]

Looks like a magical place to recharge for a couple of days :)

[@PaddyDoyle.]

this island is a sleeper for sure!

[@jenserikjohansson6228]

Great vlog tanks

[@richardsimpson7776]

I’m going to Koh Yao Noi in June!

[@slowalking]

Please come back to Koh Yao Noi without tight budgeting. I am so happy for you to visit this beautiful island, and also shame that you worry about budget haha :)

[@ronins8593]

Shut the front door !! I was there last week and stayed at the accommodation next to you 10:16 nice place and great area Would of brought you some drinks if we were staying at the same time Now back in shitty UK

[@miguela5543]

Alcohol is without a doubt the biggest expense in Thailand, you could do a 2 weeks no alco vs 2 weeks alco, comparison spend video. Good 2 healthy weeks is a plus.

[@davidcolinburt]

In Hua Hin, I lived in a nice bachelor condo with a pool on the roof of the building, just around the corner from a busy entertainment hub (famous soi) for just 15,000 THB per month. Water & electricity extra. Off season. Gotta love that.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

that's a steal!

[@ronbeaubien]

I'm at the end of day 2 in the video and after visiting the bar, poor Paddy is quickly running out of money fast. I'm now wondering if day 2 will suddenly turn into one of those extreme dieting videos. 💸🤣

[@roccohagedorn3110]

I tell you what, I wouldn’t even attempt to leave for the afternoon with only 50 bucks in my pocket. And here us why: Fuel for my truck: $175 Ferry boat ride with my truck: at least $100 Accommodation: minimum $200 per night Food for two days: $150 eating junk food, not including any refreshments, certainly no beer Should I continue ?

[@ParinandVarnasavang]

Koh Yao Noi can be translated into English as Little Long Island. Similarly, Koh Yao Yai is Great Long Island.

[@SawItWithMyOwnEyes]

So Yao means long…got it lol

[@QuickJoe]

Hi man im enjoying your videos, im watching as im planning to go there my self, But I have a burning question on my mind for you. Because of work I can only get free for 3 weeks in a row in November. How is the weather in November? sun, temp, wind, water etc. Thanks in advance if you are able to reply :) greetings Joe

[@Hm-ky3nu]

Hi Joe. November is peak tourist season because of the good weather. Raining season is finished and hot/burning season hasn’t started yet . November December and January are the ideal months

[@QuickJoe]

@@Hm-ky3nu thanks thats perfect news.

[@Hm-ky3nu]

@@QuickJoe there is also a downside of it being peak season. Much more crowded in the main tourist areas and less available/ affordable rooms . Enjoy your trip!

[@gerbob13]

What’s amazing you can still find places that are so cheap , I still often prefer just a fan over ac on the islands. Much harder in Bangkok though….

[@christopherraley781]

Luv your videos and sound Trax also narration

[@jonsealey2864]

Great video. Islands look amazing and really hope they stay like that. Doing nothing on an island is what they are there for. If you did loads of stuff I’d be disappointed. The idea of an island is to slop out. Beer out, belly out, sandals on. Done.

[@jinha911]

If you're not picky about food (only street food) and live outside big cities like bangkok, phuket, pattaya etc then yes its realistic a month. This is doable for people that doesn't crave for western food, and night life entertainment.

[@CastleAdam]

Last time I was in Thailand was three months in 2000. Your videos are so inspiring me to go back! If you were to buy new drone for travelling, what would you recommend?

[@bennytenpin]

Haha. Paddy blew his wad on Tay Tay tix in Singapore!

[@Geoffreyboucher]

Always enjoy watching Paddy,,,,,peace and happiness on your travels 😊😊😊😊

[@ewoudkoremans]

This is the videos we want👍🏻👍🏻Love them

[@sunchildtine]

ah, Koh Yao Noi! while Maya Bay was made famous by The Beach, Koh Yao Yai was made known in 2016 from the Hollywood movie starring Jason Statham, Jessica Alba & Michelle Yeoh - “Mechanic: Resurrection". it's paradise until some movie or social media blow it up.

[@twinflowerfioretta]

Wow,😍so beautiful island, you feed my travel bugs😂! You are so right Paddy, sleeping in a Dorm is no more an option, - i never ever liked it Lol ! Great video and a good challenge, Thankyou Paddy !💝👍.....btw. normally we also calculate 50 - 60 dollars per day. Above all we always want to be on "the road" for 2 months

[@rogerlecuyer6316]

Serenity thank you Paddy

[@fionapickering6389]

Can't believe that you visited Ranong many episodes ago, but didn't visit Koh Phayam. Maybe seeking out relatively unknown islands is the way forward?

[@mariettathornton5924]

Awesome video Paddy! Thanks for sharing this island with us 😊

[@LUITESLIFE]

You can easily survive on 50 dollars, as long as you don't do too many touristy things or go out drinking in certain bars. I could even survive on 10/20 dollars if I needed to.

[@goldviper5280]

Awesome video.

[@bunterngkhemwong]

I'm fc of MU finally we beat Liverpool .Love sunset vibe over there.

[@1nickynoodles]

Hey Paddy, Great video. You should do a series of all Thailands islands, that would be great :)

[@myeyesburn641]

Yes! $50 per day is definitely a realistic budget for a nice vacation in Thailand! 😊 Last year we met a backpacker couple in the Philippines. They are traveling around the world for more than a year now and their average daily budget is approximately $25 😃👍🏼 I think more people need to know that traveling doesn’t have to be expensive.

[@shambhala-om]

I had survived in Thailand for years on $30 or less per day, best years of my life.......

[@nicolaslaasman]

I travelled accros Thailand and south east Asia last year with my girlfriend as backpackers on a very tight budget. Our daily budget about 50-60$ for both of us and we enjoyed our time very much. Everyone has different requirements of course (dorm vs private room, cheap street food vs restaurant, etc) but we had a really great time and have absolutely no regrets whatsoever. We usually spent 10$ for a room (always private room), 10-15$ on food, 5-10$ on transport and some days we spent more on activities (boat tour, kayak rental etc). But some days we just relaxed and drove around on a scooter and it costs nothing. It’s our experience and we absolutely loved it. If you’re ready to sleep on hard beds with only a fan, eat cheap on the market, travel on local transport 50-60$ a day for 2 is possible but I can understand that people want more comfort. Anyway it’s our opinion and our experience. SEA is a beautiful place on earth with so many incredible things to offer Thanks for your videos Paddy your Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos series helped us a lot in planning our trip

[@wchaleyjr43]

HA PATTY JUST GOT THE NEW DJI MINIPRO 4 A LITTLE NEET LIKE UOUR VLOG KEEP IT UP THAILAND IS THE GREATEST SAY HOW IS MISS PE

[@jamalgreen3056]

$50 usd u can spend less than that a day in Thailand I mean honestly if u are only staying in Bangkok,Phuket,Pattaya,koh samui,krabi of course $50 usd and above but outside of these areas u can live in Thailand from off of $30 or even $25 usd a day.Not every foreigner want to be in the cities and touristy areas I’m only 28 years old and I don’t ill rather stay in Trang Thailand over Bangkok.Ill pick Chiang Mai over Pattaya and hua hin over Phuket any day 😊.It’s too many KZbinrs giving out information for cost of living and its not relevant to the entire country.Because when you go far north and far south in Thailand the cost of living is extremely cheap prices that most foreigners don’t even know that still exists in Thailand.Why because everyone like to target the same areas I like the places that aren’t publicized and not commercialized.The side of Thailand u never hear about that’s the real Thailand 🇹🇭 😊.No modernism straight nature.

[@TooleyAnn]

Well ill be watching them

[@denisoconnor3812]

Such great films, Paddy. Been to Koh Yao Noi twice and it is so chilled., beautiful and charming... and now I wanna go back.

[@philhollinshead9143]

Stayed Santiya Koh Yao Yai , beautiful

[@earthpeoplechurchforhumani9456]

Your abundant and HIGHLY-SKILLFUL drone shots are truly next level. I remember you testing out a new drone in Pai --- a few years ago --- and I have been a fan every since. Thank you.

[@WeHaveEachOther]

Very helpful video! Is it better to change currency there in Thailand? I am set to visit Phuket and Krabi on June and im not sure where to change currency. Thanks!

[@doriangray6985]

Yes, bring cash and exchange in Thailand

[@MisterMichaelW]

Try a $10/day challenge next ❤

[@01Goochie]

Yet another great and incredibly informative video Paddy. Always a pleasure to watch. Please keep them coming.

[@lesridd1368]

Paddy why don't you say pound instead of dollars?

[@mythai05]

I'm guessing because he has viewers from all over the world. For better or worse the US dollar remains the dominant currency in worldwide trade, so most people have a rough idea what one dollar equals in their own currency. I've seen videos where people bother to convert the baht into several currencies, but that always looks a bit awkward. Personally, I wish people would just say the prices in baht. It's ridiculous to point out in a video that you paid $2.63 for a mango smoothie when the exchange rate changed by the time you uploaded the video.

[@manosparavida3551]

You'd have breezed 2 days on a $100 10-15 years ago, but unfortunately these las natural frontiers get discovered and consequently rise in price. The best example is the once stunningly, beautiful island of Palawan in The Philippines. When I was there in January 2001 there was only about 55-60 places of accommodation on the entire island. Ranging in price from $1.50-$70 per night.That's now tenfolded along with exclusive resorts that are basically for multimillionaires and beyond. With a price tag of $3000 a night! To think I could have a beach hut 10 yards away from the water for $10, eat for $1.50 and drink a bottle of San Miguel pilsner for 30 cents is totally flabbergasting. I've only used US$ for clarification, as opposed to GB£ because I'm from The UK.

[@marketsqueezer]

Great video without too much commercial. However, you could just smoke some weed instead of drinking beers :- D Beautiful paradice BTW.

[@shellylander]

Whenever I see videos of the beaches in Thailand I wonder what kind of sea life is close to the shore. In this case it looks like lots of Jellyfish.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

haha yup!

[@barrydevolin5168]

Paddy, I'm a big fan. Really enjoyed your material on Vietnam. By comparison, this stuff is weak. I know the north-to-south bicycle thing didn't pan out, but you said during it that east-to-west would be more workable. Why don't you do that? I'm not watching any more of this current stuff, but would if you got back on your bicycle. Maybe end at the Bridge on the River Kwai.

[@nicolelouis8968]

Ooh I'm in Koh Yao Noi. Not a budget friendly island at all for backpacker and except for Pad Thai! It is a stunningly beautiful island.

[@PunchitUnboxed]

When you come back to Samui? 🤣🇹🇭🥊

[@MarkHarrop]

This looks like Koh Samui 20 years ago. Definitely on my list.

[@SawItWithMyOwnEyes]

There’s always one koh samui 20 years ago reference on low key islands lol

[@supertyp9148]

I don’t need to see this video to answer this question for myself with a clear yes. If necessary I am sure I could stretch 50 USD to 4 days. Wouldn’t be the most comfortable but surely doable.

[@R3DPR]

I guess it would be possible to find cheaper private room and if you really wish to stretch, go student mode and buy packs of mama noodles and you´ll have stomach full with less than 20 baht.. But i think you did realistic job, no matter what your budget is it always gets blown on beers

[@csocso219]

it is more than doable, u just need to plan your days ahead, and it is not a problem, some days i spent like 25-30 dollars a day in thailand and i had lunch, dinner, some drinks in the evening

[@user-rg2kk7fv4m]

Can you spin these at all and level up just above budget to a medium ‘ish’ level too, for us slightly older at all ? enjoyed this place..thanks mate 👍🇦🇺🇳🇿

[@charliejackson6192]

Most of the money went to beers 😂. Nothing wrong with that but you enjoy socializing. I’d just buy some whiskey to drink at sunset for myself so 50 a day is actually more than I need. Of course someone could spend a lot more. Screw the dorm if you can avoid it. I’d rather camp in the jungle or on the beach than deal with dorms.

[@ronnieskirving9492]

❤hi paddy magic moments great 50what a life style .I was their and I was watching the elephants play football and carry logs brilliant style and scenery and people magic and appreciation moments I stayed at patong beach hotel .paddy when you went to the kick boxing did you see the bamboo dancing thank you for great video have a great day

[@joelmonkley6177]

I remember over 30 years ago been down to my last 1000 baht in bangkok having a few days before i was. due to fly home i probably enjoyed my shelf more having to make the money last ive stayed in 4 star hotels in thailand and in 80 bht airless rooms living like the poor is not so bad it makes you grateful for what little you havec

[@luklukLuk-kg9qk]

What about traffic police. Have you been fined ? It's not allowed to drive on international license

[@sandropertini6840]

Your best format Paddy! We miss the budgeteers…

[@alviislam4412]

Would onee be ablee to stay in na 2 star hotel enjoy 3 meals a day and trarnsportation for 7 days with $200?

[@kevinthailand2567]

Dreamy needs a holiday!!! Get on her and go mate

[@SC-uf5bc]

You should not be drinking and driving

[@SS-fi4oo]

thank you for showing a realistic budget. Im visiting Thailand for the first time with my husband in Nov and am budgeting around $200/day per person, give or take a little (that includes food, flights, accommodations - everything). We will be in bangkok, chiang mai, phuket, and koh samui for 2.5 weeks :)

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Have fun!

[@sheckispillcus70]

Paddy. You should try to go to Koh Phayam. It is off the coast of Ranong. Quiet, beautiful & inexpensive (when I was there in February 2022). Lots of cool out of way places to visit. Hope you try record & enjoy.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks for the tip!

[@ronbeaubien]

@12:01 Would that be referred to as a "sand spit" perhaps?

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Paddy

[@guycarter2746]

I think the sandy outcrop is called a spit?

[@jon-ie4li]

You can't go to a sports bar in Thailand on a budget

[@dorteandersen526]

Great video thanks for sharing 😊❤

[@Bablisok_Lyrics]

I'm watching from Kurdistan Thailand people Nice Very warm blood people

[@kippsguitar6539]

50 dollars day is either a naughty boy or an extravagant boy in Thailand, me, I spend 30 for a privileged lifestyle

[@markzanetti6228]

in Florida we call them sandbars.

[@mariemawalil4136]

The concept of the video is great. However, leaving yourself little to no money because you are prioritising alcohol over experiences and great Thai food is not what I'd imagine most viewers want to see. Usually enjoy your videos but this was difficult to watch. Surely there is more to the beautiful Thai islands?

[@MrMylesXD]

Couldn't agree more. Hmu.

[@thinkaboutit6832]

I stayed here in a beach bungalow well over 20 years ago, you should have seen it then Paddy! I needed a torch to walk around as there wasn't much lighting around back in the day at night.

[@MrEye4get]

I've lived in Thailand since 2012. Life was affordable until prices skyrocketed following COVID. A budget of $50 (not resort locations) is possible, but I'd suggest $75 to $100 a day if you are on vacation. DJI drone ranges: DJI Mini 2 & 3 10 kilometers (6.2 mi). DJI Mini 4 Pro 18 kilometres (11.2 mi)

[@CyndieGawain]

Thank you sooo much. I have been traveling the krabi province and was thinking about heading back to koh tao area. I just made a reservation at koh yao noi before i leave this side of thailand. Am in koh lanta now and it pretty budget friendly compared to the larger amounts i spent in ao nang and railey beach

[@Belv6]

What area and hotel did you stay ???

[@upthearsenal3715]

backpackers often smells bad

[@iguanaman08]

I need to know how you get your teeth so nice and white. Especially as you are traveling around so much. Another great video too!

[@Zaerki]

What I learned: You can definitely do it on $50/day if you don't drink alcohol

[@RickWijnsouw]

Hey Paddy, greetings from Holland again, Dude, how do you find this wow factor? It's really amazing, I know you know a lot about Thailand, but damn, I'm only 30 days in September, how am I going to do all that you show, whahahaha I think I'll just retire there thx Paddy for another great video👌👍

[@accanito]

such a nice video...i was able to go to Koh Yao Yai March 2020 before pandemic and it was absolutely stunning...very relaxing...probably the most touristic places you mentioned, were similar to Koh Yao islands now

[@martynjones8560]

$50?! Bloody hell - in my last three months in Thailand I averaged $15 a day at most (nice apartment, motorbike, food and drink).

[@jonlaprevote3302]

It's not a realistic budget anymore unfortunately. The days of rustic bamboo bungalows on the beach for 3-400 baht per night are gone. The Millennials and Gen Z backpackers of today want their instagrammable infinity pools instead, so now the only cheap accomodations are the dormitories.

[@andrewgacutan7335]

Exploring Thailand on a budget is a truly Next Level Paddy!!!

[@nicolelouis8968]

A stunningly beautiful island, am on Koh Yao Noi now. Not exactly the most budget friendly especially if you don't ride a motorbike and are a solo traveller..Absolutely gorgeous for a holiday nonetheless and some nice resorts if you can afford it.