Retired AMERICAN turns to the Philippines after 6 years in Thailand (Tagalog Subs)

[@Livingabroadalex]

Do you think Dave made the right choice?

[@watjejanssen7535]

for sure

[@evan58196]

Of course 😊

[@Livingabroadalex]

@evan58196 me too! 😁

[@Livingabroadalex]

@watjejanssen7535 me too!!

[@bertronix182]

Thailand is so crowded right now and like Dave said the pollution is a big issue in Thailand since February people are getting sick and has problem on breathing fresh air mostly in Bangkok.

[@artangeloymana1625]

My uncle from US has been retired for more than 20 years now. And he's coming here every 6 months. He told to her daughter, that after their granddaughter will be graduating in high school, he would permanently retire in the Philippines.

[@oodo2908]

I miss 20th century Americans. We used to have such good manners and speak well. The biggest reason I won't go back to the US is because there's so many low-class people. I might try to stick it out there even though the economy is collapsing if the culture was still old school. 21st century USA is not the place I grew up in anymore, though. Why deal with the inflation and taxes if there are so many angry, depressed, and ignorant people around.

[@sean8514]

Don't forget about having to know all the exits in case of a mass shooting. The US these days doesn't have the freedoms of yesteryear. It's dangerous and you can end up bankrupt and homeless if you get sick.

[@25Soupy]

I couldn't agree more. The US and I would say all western countries are becoming a bunch of degenerates. It was a real pleasure to listen to David speak and give his option.

[@erlindafields8897]

More hateful people than ignorant here in the 🇺🇸 antisemitism is big in larger cities

[@GTE-gn4ww]

You’ve just described the UK perfectly.

[@oodo2908]

@@GTE-gn4ww Same there, huh? It's amazing how fast it all happened. What, 2 generations of people?

[@drinks777]

Dave said one of his biggest concerns in air quality. As someone who loved the conveniences of living in a big city but hated the air quality, I couldn't agree more. That's why I moved to Baguio, Philippines... built a home on top of a small mountain and have all the fresh air I could ask more while still being only 15 minutes from the city center

[@buisnessclass9520]

How about the water rationing though?

[@tkpctt2001]

Air pollution data from World Health Organization Bangkok Manila PM10 41 118 PM2.5 28 29 PM10Pollution Level: Moderate Very High What is good air ?

[@drinks777]

@@tkpctt2001 Now do Baguio

[@artholyoke]

Baguio is the best place. Cooler than most places. My middle brother was born at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines. I was 18 months old. My parents loved it there

[@nlf17]

Yes, Air quality in Bangkok and most of the North (Chiangmai, Chiangrai etc.,) especially during the burning season is worst compared to Manila and anywhere in PH.

[@mrmiss8062]

Ha, its incomparable. In my observations, Thais may be a bit introverted and spiritual and Filipinos are more playful. Most Americans prefer Philippines due to its been colonized by them whereas a lot of Europeans may prefer Thailand. To me, people from both countries are friendly and both are amazing places.

[@kennywoodyard4819]

Incomparable _ Nailed It! One country has the daily nessaries and one doesnt, That All I need to know... Both are very friendly and if the language is a issue educate the mind or buy an app...Stay Blessed

[@Livingabroadalex]

@kennywoodyard4819 free Google translate 😁

[@cooliipie]

Colonization is not a factor 😂

[@gabrielm8150]

The Philippines was a Spanish colony, USA was there because they won a war agains Spain

[@kimlove5760]

You GOT IT!!!! There are pros and cons on both places.

[@P-TownReport]

I love the honesty from somebody that is clearly intelligent. You find great people to talk with and let them talk. Keep it up.

[@Blanzalot]

fucking boomer, probably see's Asians inferiors he can domesticate. As long as they get the $'s and that sweet citizenship it maybe worth it but I think this prick is too smart for that. Did you hear him say "I dont want to use big words" WTF.

[@MrBatteryChanger1]

This guy has got it together mentally and that is the number one hurdle when you decide to move to Thailand and the Philippines. Its a tall mountain to climb, your not in Kansas anymore.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Yes it can be challenging in a new environment. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

[@eddieBoxer]

He came to the Philippines in search of the young desperate Poo-Tang, he'll maryy a poor Filipina and build a house and feed her family.

[@tikka8218]

When you're in the Philippines. Just go with the flow simple as that. If you can do that, you will have no dramas.

[@TheLifeOfJoyVee]

​@@eddieBoxerthats the only way he can live here without too much visa processing.

[@kevinbrowne3089]

@@eddieBoxerdoubtful. he will find an educated and kind young woman who will treat him right.

[@martypoll]

I lived in Bangkok for 6 years and now in the Thai countryside for 1 1/2 years. I have experienced nothing but great healthcare here in Thailand. I use private hospitals and occasionally small street clinics. I've always had English speaking doctors. I've had great dental care, emergency room visits (kidney stones), and care by a neurologist, oral surgeon, and a dermatologist. I spent 2 nights in a private hospital, private room, in Ubon Ratchathani with Dengue fever. That was my biggest hospital expense ever at $550. If you want to see a specialist you contact them yourself and get an appointment the next day. There is always that possibility of substandard care here or in the US but I am glad I am here in Thailand.

[@g.s.5868]

how much is your annual premium?

[@martypoll]

@@g.s.5868 $2,170 But you need to know more . . . It is a 10 million baht policy with a 40,000 baht deductible. I first bought the policy at 62. I am 68 now. I am getting a substantial no claims discount. I have a couple of exclusions for pre-existing conditions.

[@rdefacendis]

I agree 100% - health care in Thailand is vastly superior to that of any other country in SE Asia and quite frankly world-wide... many people from the western world travel to Thailand for superior medical care at a more reasonable cost.

[@omegoa]

I gotta say, his knee x-ray and following cancer story had me scratching my head. What the heck was he trying to say - the doctor switched his knee xray? Or the lady with cancer died because her xray was switched? In the US, they would not have relied on foreign xrays, but would have re-taken the imaging studies so I'm unclear what her visit in Thailand had to do with anything. And the knee xray ... well, that story didn't make sense? If he "knows radiology" as he stated, can't he tell the xray is different, if that's the case?

[@rdefacendis]

I know, his story is a confused mess…

[@tunaypinoy7201]

There is no perfect place ... but I can say Filipinos are unique people.... not all , but the kindness and warmth of people is amazing...

[@cjhann8052]

Bro you're from the philippines, what is ur basis to say that filipinos are unique? Have you gone to a different country?

[@tunaypinoy7201]

Yessss, except Antarctica ...

[@chiizuu752]

Wtf makes us unique? Isn't every country and it's people uniquem?

[@nlf17]

Absolutely agree! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@captainusa2076]

​@@tunaypinoy7201So u should go to Antarctica and u might change ur mind.

[@juliusconcepcion3919]

I have been several times in Thailand. To be completely honest. I think communication would be one of the factor i would choose Phlippines over Thailand. It is just so frustrating. Most of them doesn't really speak english. How am i supposed to settle down in a country if first of, I am not able to communicate properly with the people. How am i suppose to make and build a relationship with the people for friendship or relationship if in the first place we can't understand each other. But for sure. Thailand is definitely a great place to spend a vacation from time to time.

[@davidsmithson22]

Communication is not the real issue. Thailand has the best quality food. The culture is clean by nature. Unlike the Philippines the healthcare is much better than the Philippines. Their infrastructure is equal to western standards. Shall I go on?

[@juliusconcepcion3919]

@@davidsmithson22 "one of the factor"

[@kimlove5760]

I learn to speak English when I was in US. So, you too should learn to speak Thai language when you are in Thailand especially if you are retired in Thailand. Justa few important words to help you get by!!!

[@LawrenceWeber-z5o]

public transportation is much better in Thailand and for us older guys, the most important thing is health care for which Thailand is worlds better.

[@skip2it426-]

I was recently in Thailand I hadn’t been there in over 30 years. The language barrier is somewhat of an obstacle. From my experience many of the people in Thailand were friendly but not genuinely friendly. In the 🇵🇭 there are genuine friendly faces wherever you go. That’s the deal breaker for me 🇵🇭 over Thailand any day! Thanks for sharing a very interesting story ✌🏾.

[@jeanmoralles977]

You can't be sure with us.

[@demon6937]

Only edge is Thai is more progressive than Philippines and that’s it.

[@MiamiNinja.2Thailand]

I would agree with the friendly comment. But at least they provide goid customer service. You cant even get that in America. Americans see you coming and they automatically get an attitude.

[@291mm]

Not genuinely friendly wtf are you talking about ? Thai people are the most kind people of all, you hate thailand and i can see it through your comment. I have been in Thailand plenty of times and im going back in winter, cut your bs and stop spreading hate among these two countries.

[@peangboy]

It might be something wrong happening in your brain, what is a criteria or qualifications to deciding who is a genuine friend?

[@brucebaker3523]

Renewing a Thai retirement visa is pretty simple once you've done it a few times. Whole process took 3 hours which included the trip to the Bank. Knowing when the immigration office is not overwhelmed with tourist can save you an entire day of your life. Knowing which immigration offices to avoid is the biggest time saver. Living in Pattaya or Bangkok is a huge mistake.

[@writeronthestormkyushu565]

This guy is so smart and thoughtful. Honestly, he could live anywhere in the world and be okay because of his intelligence and mindset.

[@user-wysud22]

Obviously he's not so smart if he claims internet is good in the Phil. He says you can "fire up your phone anywhere." There's a huge difference between using your phone internet versus a PC and uploading videos. Internet in Phil is not good. As far as food, it's know the food is not so good in the Phil, esp. compared to Thailand.

[@Poo0fi]

I would trust the articulate guy on the video over a random hater, lol. I vacationed in the Philippines and my small Airbnb out in the country had gigabit fiber. Food is obviously subjective so claiming one cuisine is better than the other is utterly ignorant and he clearly mentioned Western food which he said he can find in the Philippines so he obviously thinks Western food is better than Thai food. I personally dislike both Thai and Filipino food except for Filipino lumpia which I now make myself because it’s so good. And it is absolutely true that for an English-speaking person, it is so much better living in the Philippines where you can converse with anyone as opposed to Thailand, especially with the harsh Thai accent.

[@user-wysud22]

​@@Poo0fi Of course you trust the "articulate guy on the video"....given you are calling me a "random hater" for stating verifiable facts, it shows you have a low IQ. Everyone who has spent time in Phil knows the internet and food are two of the largest drawbacks. This is common knowledge. Perhaps you might get some realistic info if for once, you turned to expats forums for info instead of scamtube.

[@rdefacendis]

@@user-wysud22 I agree... Thailand scores major victories in the following areas: Infrastructure is superior (internet), health care is superior in Thailand, food is superior in Thailand - by a long shot... (Philipines are addicted to junk food and many have a growing weight problem) Crime is much lower in Thailand... Areas where Thailand struggles is air quality at certain times of the year and if you are out of the tourist areas - spoken English is harder to come by. Where is it a wash? Costs and beauty... By western standards both countries are inexpensive and both are beautiful. But when you look at the balance sheet... Thailand comes out WAY on top...

[@user-wysud22]

@@rdefacendis Agreed. The only major advantage the Phil has over Thailand is that many locals speak good English, which is quite important for many people.

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

Where he talks about "retirement visas" - be aware that the Philippines has a really good visa program for US and other military Veterans. Bottom line: where others must have a sizable amount of US dollars on deposit, for the qualified military Veteran only $1500 USD on deposit is required. Here's the details: "Special Resident Retiree's Visa - Expanded Courtesy" This non-immigrant visa is specifically for those with prior military service (aka "military Veterans"). The application process inexpensive and easy - $1,500 to apply for the visa from the Philippine Retirement Authority. There are several requirements to get this visa: - Security deposit of US $1,500; - Proof of $1,000 USD minimum monthly pension; - Must be 50 years old or over; - If a US military Vet, for example, your DD-214 must show an Honorable Discharge AND two years minimum service. This SRRV allows the qualified military Veteran to stay in the Philippines indefinitely, there's no visa renewal requirement, and you can travel out of the Philippines and return without limitation or restriction.

[@Gurkha9]

That visa is not just for former US military and the deposit is 1500 not 1400.

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

@@Gurkha9 I looked at the Philippine authority for the info. You are correct, the cost in 2024 increased $100 USD. I have corrected my post. And as you say, the program is open to any military Veteran, from foreign countries that have current military ties and/or agreement with the Philippine Government.

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

@@Gurkha9 From the Philippine Retirement Authority's web page, today 05/19/24: "SRRV EXPANDED COURTESY" For foreign nationals, 50 years old & above, who are retired Armed Force officers of foreign countries, with existing military ties and/or agreement with the Philippine Government. A monthly pension of at least US$1,000.00 and an SRR Visa deposit of US$1,500.00 are required. The SRR Visa deposit includes the principal applicant and 2 dependents. Additional dependent, entails additional SRR Visa deposit of US$15,000 each (except for former Filipinos). CHILDREN must be legitimate or legally adopted by the Principal Retiree, unmarried and below 21 years old upon joining the program.

[@angelocalima6338]

DD 214 must be authentic by the State .

[@jaspergonzales1196]

The most important thing for me to consider when travelling is the communication and the Philippines have it. English language gives me peace of mind and it comes naturally anytime with ease when talking to the local people (Filipino). I do not need a translator especially during emergency situation which helps a lot.

[@Edina-Grimm78]

I had no problem with the internet during my vacation in the Philippines. I registered my SIM card and bought a load for my entire vacation and that was really reliable.

[@Stonefeather53]

I like that smart guy, bet he would be great as a friend

[@ChristusBai]

**I like this guy because he’s telling the truth-that the Philippines has better English proficiency than Thailand, where he’s from. I completely agree, as I’ve visited Thailand and other places in Asia like China and Vietnam for work, and I found it difficult to communicate. Another thing I like about him is that he shared the story of Thailand's birth control policies from the 1970s, which could be applicable here. If our government studies this case, it could greatly benefit our country. Anyway, thank you for choosing the Philippines!**

[@tikka8218]

When you're in the Philippines. Just go with the flow simple as that. If you can do that, you will have no dramas.

[@ginac-u4s]

I live in Thailand, it's not great. I'm a single mom working hard in Thailand. It's so expensive, and the salary is so little. I don't wish to stay long. God Bless you all.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks for sharing your story. 99% of people who are considering Thailand don't intend to work. Those very few that do will earn Western salaries and spend in local Thai currency. It's very different from a single mom working for Thai salaries.

[@nlf17]

True...Salary here is very little......hard to understand why.

[@cooliipie]

No disrespect, but foreigners don't have the same salary as Thai locals

[@nethbt]

In the Philippines, you can go around to EVERY province without having to worry about language barriers (and get away with it 100 percent) Majority of the locals aren't fluent, especially in the rural areas, but they can understand you and vice versa...That's just not the case with Thailand, Vietnam, OR ANY OTHER Asian countries, even India.. But Expats don't want no part of India lol

[@Minnie--ru2ew]

Re: India- why is that? (Just curious)

[@kennywoodyard4819]

educated the mind.... learn the language or get an app... that shows much respect.. Im also betting every province has Brown Outs, No Power, Street Dogs, Rosters, and Plenty of Sorry Po, Not available..... or Medical Needs...

[@kittenastrophy5951]

Th easy things are valueless.

[@knowledge_2530]

Thai people are not good at English. But at the Olympic level Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics Thailand is better than the Philippines such as Olympic-level physics competitions Thailand won 38 gold medals. The Philippines did not win a single gold medal. The Philippines is really as good as you say.....but why are there fewer tourists than Thailand? Number of tourists visiting Bangkok 24 million people But Manila There are only 5 million tourists. Tourists are expected About 35-40 million foreigners will travel to Thailand. Thailand’s healthcare ranked sixth best in the world.

[@RNL2.]

@@knowledge_2530PH did win a Olympic gold medal.

[@DianeVillaluz-y5x]

Everyone are welcome ❤❤.. Philippines are very humble people to other people 😊😊.. enjoy life in Philippines

[@nappozulp4199]

I’ve been in and out of the Philippines for the last 12 years. Married to Filipina 10 years ago. No complaints there. One thing Dave did not mention in this video is the heat. It’s really hot in the Philippines beginning mid March.… Really really hot. You just can’t go out during the day. The chickens lay hard boiled eggs. I go back to the states in March. So that’s something to consider.

[@SoothingStrengthSanctuary]

We welcome pleasant foreigners like you here. With an open heart

[@gdumaguing]

I don't mind foreigners staying here..but please, be at.least respectful to locals. I used to have an American neighbour who throws fireworks to my dogs. I reported him to the police and he moved out. Some foreigners keep cursing to workers too

[@asyongmatipid2]

The population of the Philippines was about the same with Thailand back in 1975 at around 41 or 42 million. But then it implemented a good family planning system which coupled with attracting huge amounts of foreign investments over the years that created millions of manufacturing jobs eventually cut their poverty level and improved their standard of living tremendously. The Philippines is going in the same direction as population growth rates have slowed down to 1.75% which is considered below the ideal replacement level of 2%. Although by regional standards this is still a bit high it's been a long time coming and definitely a welcome development. The IMF has also projected that our country will surpass Thailand's GDP in 5/6 years making it the 2nd biggest in economy in ASEAN after Indonesia. Although in per capita terms Thailand would still be ahead due to a smaller population.

[@alexbambam1]

I lived in the Phillipines for 6 years, I have been living in Thailand for 5 years now

[@jeanmoralles977]

You are a drifter.

[@cooliipie]

​@@jeanmoralles977 We don't need a word for everything

[@mattivirta]

Same me, i lived philippines 5 year and now Thailand 14 year, Thailand lot lot lot better retiree, cheapen, better food,healt care,hospitals,peoples,safety, life have lot lot better comfortable than trash yard philly.

[@jeanmoralles977]

@@mattivirta It's good to hear you don't like the PH. Spread the word so that Westoids would all gtfo here

[@alexbambam1]

@@cooliipie yes, I agree

[@koufax174]

Best interview. This guy is obviously a high functioning bright happy guy not just going for the low hanging fruit

[@rdefacendis]

I found most of his answers either vague or misleading. IF someone is going to vlog a comparison between two SE Asian countries he should do a little preparation in advance and get his facts straight.

[@Livingabroadalex]

@rdefacendis buddy relax. It's just a conversation between two people I didn't set out to make a comparison video. It's my first time meeting the dude at a cafe. He can only speak about his experience. Not what YOU think or what might be.

[@rdefacendis]

I am perfectly relaxed. If you put information out publicly, expect to get feedback. That is how SM works.

[@Livingabroadalex]

@rdefacendis I don't think we have the same definition of feedback. All the best.

[@scottulbrich5376]

​@@Livingabroadalex some people are just aholes

[@martypoll]

The Philippines does have a generous tourist visa but you have to extend that at least a couple of times per year (?) and have to do a border run after three years and need exit permission if you've been in the country 6 months. In Thailand you can stay indefinitely on a nonimmigrant O visa but you do have to extend it yearly to show you meet the financial requirements and you do have to check in with immigration every 90 days (which is free and uncomplicated but is still something you have to do). The Thailand O visa is probably most similar to the Philippines SRR visa. I congratulate your guest on his Thailand LTR visa. I also got a ten year pensioner LTR visa in January 2023. It requires an $80,000/year passive income. It also requires health insurance but no money in the bank requirements. LTR visa holders also don't have to pay tax on any income they bring into Thailand. Currently there is a great deal of uncertainty about if a new Thailand tax rule will subject individual expats to start paying taxes on money the bring into Thailand.

[@jessericsonmendoza1536]

Thats 1 good interview Bro. It feels like free flowing & authentic.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you 😁

[@DocJamesDixon-ul8pd]

I find everywhere outside USA 🇺🇸 is excellent, primarily because the people in countries outside USA 🇺🇸 is loving, kind, friendly, caring

[@mattivirta]

ALL americans need move to philippines, then thailand have lot better place live no have idiots anywere.

[@martypoll]

He is correct that the air quality index is complicated. Bangkok is a very big city with big city air problems the same as anywhere due to traffic and manufacturing. The crop burning is a regional problem including Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Malaysia. It is the worst in the north of Thailand around Chiang Mai. Bangkok has a few bad days but the AQI is mostly in the 50-100 range. I look at it every day to compare to where I live in the countryside. Today at my house the AQI is 62 and in Bangkok it is 56. It will always be better at Thailand’s beaches. I’m not surprised if Philippine island air is clean. My AQI app says the AQI is 75 in Manila.

[@datruth66392]

false Bangkok has poor air quality and in particular 2.5 for the bulk of the year with the exception of a few rainy months same for chiang mai and pattaya etc. the only good air on a consistent basis in Thailand is in the south phuket krabi etc.

[@martypoll]

@@datruth66392 I lived in central Bangkok for 6 years. The AQI numbers are typical of what I posted.

[@arttenoyan8100]

Im a Filipino worked and lived in the US for 37 years. I love it here. Got a house actually my cousin's but where else can you get a complete meal delicious one for less than $2!?

[@vernonslivka8658]

He made the right choice for him. It worked for him and he's happy, you can't put a price on happiness.

[@yamasaer]

Thailand and Philippines are like a twin in many things. Both choices are good for him.

[@narongponsaetan8605]

Yeah, just different religious and culture. thailand is harder to get into because of the language barrrier and culture shock compared to the php which is much easier to live for foreigner since the whole country speak english

[@happy-q2e8m]

Are u serious! 😂😂 twin ? Thailand is way way way more developed.

[@MakaiIELTS]

@@happy-q2e8m yeah..that is why it's much better for foreigners to stay in Thailand lol

[@TenCo-by9pf]

Thailand well developed? So why there has still have heavy freaking traffic in Thailand? Hahaha you don't fool me! In Philippines traffic is manageable and many many modern Big infra projects are ongoing construction now in the Philippines

[@yukipuki-gt6yc]

​@@TenCo-by9pfI thought every Filipino spoke English fluently in the Philippines? How come yours is broken AF lmao. Your grammar and how you structured your sentence is a mess while I can sense you're tryna come off as fluent.

[@DianeVillaluz-y5x]

Appreciate your good compliment to my country ❤❤ enjoy and have fun staying in the Philippines 😊😊

[@DionCLACK]

I love the statement not one of his 200 expat friends would ever date another western woman,very true.

[@povdad]

This guy is cool. He seems smart, well spoken, likable and goes with the flow. he can live anywhere and make the best out of things and live a fulfilled life no problems.

[@bruceyung70]

For me, Thailand is the place to visit or stay for a while but PI would be my choice of place to live. I know many Koreans move to PI. From my experiences, PI had more diverse food of my liking.

[@cjack202003]

More diverse food of your liking? I can tell you never lived in Bangkok. I lived in Bangkok for a year and one of the things it's known for...is its diverse food. You name it, it has it...and a lot of it. Philippines is not known for its food options. It doesn't have a big food scene. Of course there's food, but nothing on the level of Bangkok.

[@Lhyrej]

@@cjack202003 well he said food of his liking. We have different likes and dislikes.

[@marlonchavez210]

Yeah I agree there's a lot of diverse food in ph but if you had not been in ph you cant say that coz you don't experienced it

[@marlonchavez210]

This man is just saying what he has experienced and it's very well said truth shall prevails

[@johnnysocko4302]

​@@cjack202003 He means McDonalds AND Burger King

[@Cons2911]

Both countries are good choices, pros and cons, probably Thailand have more advantages (infrastructure I guess is one big thing from what I’ve heard). For me, try both for at least a month before deciding..stay longer if possible

[@shangrilamonkey2008]

He calls it pretty sizable. Annual retirement income is $80K /yr. In New York City, you will barely survive with that income a year but in Thailand you are considered wealthy. That's why tehy flock to Thailand becayse you can live like a king vs the USA/Europe.

[@noritacantal2801]

Welcome to the Philippines Dave....hope you enjoy here.❤❤❤

[@saksitb3491]

Burning seasons require reginal collaboration among Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Burma. Thailand alone can not control the pollution in the region. Philippines is islands so it has lower air pollution but it has more risk about typhoon.

[@martypoll]

Yes. No typhoons or earthquakes in Thailand.

[@kittenastrophy5951]

อย่าหวังพึ่งหรือโทษแต่คนรอบข้าง ทำดีที่ตัวเราเองก่อนช่วยได้เยอะแล้ว เวลาเช็คฮอตสปอตช่วงหน้าร้อนที่ผ่านมา ในไทยเองก็มีไม่น้อย(ไม่ใช่ว่าประเทศข้างๆไม่มี) ถ้าเราควบคุมของเราได้จะลดควันไปเยอะ ที่บอกอย่างนี้ เพราะคอยเช็คจากสิงคโปร์เทียบด้วย ทั้งมาเลย์ทั้งอินโดก็เผารมควันสิงคโปร์เหมือนกัน แต่เวลาวัด AQI สิงคโปร์ยังเฉลี่ยดีกว่า สองประเทศนั้นตลอด

[@saksitb3491]

@@kittenastrophy5951 อ่านข้อความให้ละเอียดและตีความให้ถูกต้องด้วย มีข้อความตรงไหนบอกว่าประเทศไทยไม่ต้องดำเนินการแก้ปัญหา แต่การแก้ปัญหาต้องทำให้เป็นระบบในภูมิภาคด้วย ประเทศเรามีตัวแทนเข้าไปในประชาคมอาเซียนไว้ทำไมถ้าไม่ผลักดันส่วนนี้ด้วย

[@kittenastrophy5951]

@saksitb3491 จะเอาตัวเองเป็นศูนย์กลางจักรวาลก็ตามใจนะ ไม่ได้อยากเถียงด้วย แค่บอกดีๆ ก็ไม่ได้บอกว่า ประเทศอื่นไม่ต้องแก้ ลองกลับไปอ่านใหม่ อ่านภาษาไทยให้แตกก่อน ถ้าภาษาอังกฤษผมโหลยโท่ยคงมาตอบคุณไม่ได้

[@saksitb3491]

@@kittenastrophy5951 ข้อความที่แสดงความคิดเห็น ไม่มีการกล่าวถึงตัวผมเลย จะบอกว่าเป็นศูนย์กลางจักรวาลอะไรไร้สาระ มโนไปเรื่อย

[@peterelphick7045]

Great interview. You can't beat honesty and this guy oozes it >>>

[@cyndig1670]

This person really knew how to speak in details.

[@kimlove5760]

NO, This is the most confusing conversation I have ever heard especially when he talked about the X-Ray

[@changkitz9485]

@@kimlove5760 was it YOUR X-RAY STORY experience? or HIS ? I know you want to defend your country but try to accept that sometimes everywhere in the WORLD, sh*t happens...don't take it to the heart jezzzz

[@moondustgirl2132]

I think the most insightful and informative interview i've heard on the subject. Regarding the birth rate here in PH, it has actually declined drastically. It was 2.75 births per woman in 2021 and i think continues to go down.

[@Patsworldbaby]

I move there in 2 weeks. Thank God I have a girl friend there. She will make this process much better.

[@Livingabroadalex]

That's exciting! Enjoy your trip 🥳

[@melynfale7008]

In every city anywhere across the globe, air and water pollution has become one of the major problems. You can have choice to live in the province away from the city and there you can feel the freshness of the air and water ❤

[@jheycee6142]

Welcome to the Philippines Dave. We want you here too. Enjoy your stay. Thank you for choosing the Philippines in spite of our flaws we strive for the best.

[@methemonkeyking]

Excellent interview. Keep em coming.

[@nikkinfl]

Imagine going to a foreign country as a native English speaker, where English is NOT the native language and then complaining that they don't speak English that well. I understand that it is his personal preference, but why is it that some people have this expectation that everyone needs to make their life easier by speaking English! I was born and raised in the U.S. and I live in Mexico. I would be horrified with myself if I ever complained that not enough people speak English or speak it well in a Spanish speaking country!!! It is up to me to learn Spanish, or at least enough to be able to get around.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

He's not complaining. It's simply handier to focus on country's where English is more common.

[@balinesecat54]

True … I was wondering why he said Filipinos aren’t expert in speaking English.. What A Sarcastic answer …😮

[@nanaioftwo]

He is not complaining. He is simply stating the fact. I am filipino and it is true that “ we CAN” speak english. Some can speak fluently in English, some “can speak” english, others can barely speak english but understand everything, some will try to speak english but not able to communicate well. This gentleman right here is simply stating the obvious. There no reason to be offended about his opinion. Overall, we Filipinos do excel in English language in comparison to our neighboring countries.

[@nikkinfl]

@nanaioftwo relax buddy, no one is offended. Just like you are able to, I and others are also able to give opinions about a video that is put out for public consumption. I never said that Filipinos didn't speak English. I am well aware that most can.

[@lons5472]

Well all my T-Mobile customer call agents are Pinay, so they speak alot of engrish. 😂

[@varythings]

I 'd love to have friends like David, he seems very balanced in his life approach.

[@DK-ty5ue]

I have 100-200 expat friends and non of them care for western women says a lot

[@scottbrinks9248]

Good content. Thank you. Never thought about living in Thailand because of the language. Have been in PHP for 2+ years.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. You should definitely at least visit Thailand. You will not be disappointed

[@martypoll]

His comment about religion being an important difference is spot on. I am an American expat that has lived in Thailand for 7 years and I am married to a Thai. Marriage is important here in Thailand but divorce is allowed. You have to register marriages and divorce with the government but there isn't a religion barrier either way. The Philippines is the outlier in the world by not (effectively) allowing for divorce. That's a BIG negative for me. No one, of course, wants to think about divorce but, for me, it needs to be an option. This other thing that was surprising to myself is that I, as a non-religious person, very much enjoy not living in a Christian country. It's not as if anyone ever ask me about religion in the US but it is always part of the societal background noise. I found that I really like not having that here in Thailand. When there are holidays and festivals here they are Buddhist events. In the Philippines many holidays would be Christian events of which I have absolutely no interest.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts

[@h34dbug92]

There is somehow a workaround if you really want a divorce. If by any chance you want to marry and live in the Philippines but wants divorce as an option, you just have to marry in another place that has divorce like Vegas or some place close to the Philippines. 😉

[@martypoll]

@@h34dbug92 Good luck getting her and her family to agree to that. You might as well just choose to live together and not get married.

[@h34dbug92]

@@martypoll I'm just saying, it's an option. Rich and gay people in the Philippines do that all the time.

[@h34dbug92]

@@martypoll just tell them it's a vacation and a wedding in one setting so that there's only one time expenditure. Be rationale about it.

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

Another excellent interview! I like this guy, he is very very wise. Everyone watching this video is fortunate to have heard his insights and pearls of wisdom. P.S. I like seeing a good decent man happy in the retirement life he has chosen.

[@สุทธิศักดิ์มธุรพงศากุล]

agricultural burning And the wind blowing in from Bangkok is from Cambodia. But now everything is back to normal due to the rainy season.

[@travelingman9763]

Wrong..Thai Farmers..Cambodia owned areas of Thailand before invaded. I live in Thailand ..my Cambodian fiance is 100% more talented plus more common sense then the Thai I knew well. Cambidia was raped..bombed by the U.S..and colonized. They will exceed Thailand in the next 5-10 years! Even IQ data proves Cambodians are smarter.

[@marjorievelasquez9712]

One of the best interviews! I lived in Thailand for almost 6 years also and it's good to be back in my home country! ❤😊

[@Adair9800]

Thais are terrific people, although they have their own idiosyncrasies just as any nationality would. I lived in Thailand for just over a year, but finally had enough of the air pollution, just as David discussed. That was the number one issue. Living 150 km from Bangkok and the air was still almost as bad as Bangkok. Will be going to Manila very soon, and plan to stay 16 days (many trips there over the decades). Just got back from Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Love both places, but actually prefer Jakarta, but they also have pretty high AQI and PM 2.5 issues (Particulate Matter, or dust). I realize that air quality is very good in Phuket or Koh Samui, but for a few reasons I choose not to live there. Good conversation in this video. Well done.

[@Livingabroadalex]

I agree, and thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts.

[@drd3816]

i have been in TH for 2.5 years and moved south of Phuket this burning season and i can report its hit or miss...during covid there was just less burning but also there is a heat wave this year so regardless the air is often 80AQI down here this burning season. Not 300 like in Chiang Mai but still not that great. Burning and bad drivers is why i will make TH a part time place now. Neither is getting any safer

[@Adair9800]

@@drd3816 Helpful to get another “data point” on the extent of this nasty air. Bad drivers was my Number 2 reason!

[@drd3816]

@@Adair9800 Yes its the worst drivers in the world here for various cultural reasons i wont get into but the quality of drivers varies as well depending on the part of the country.....personally--my take--Chiang mai for 6 months or less a year and thats it fr TH--very high quality people and the air is good for 6 months up north.[the burning season is not 2 months as people say they simply have not looked at the historical data] Ill check out PH this summer and might look at more expensive locations without these issues like Greece and Portugal for part of the year.

[@drd3816]

Good point about KL as well i check the air daily its not much better as you say. I dont want to cut 5 years off my lifespan at this point nor do i want cancer so this is a no go for me. The drivers can also shorten your lifespan and that issue is not getting better with cell phones.

[@ericsn6158]

A pragmatic and smart gentleman Dave is. Thanks for sharing his story and insights.

[@dittasuwan]

If you can't adapt to the local people, you should go to the Philippines. Countries where your language and religion are spoken We welcome you to our country when you want to travel.

[@Mikeycambovideos]

I lived in the Philippines and my neighborhood had a garbage pile they would burn for days at a time. A lot of it was plastic. It blew right in my window. 5 blocks away the air quality was okay. I’m in Cambodia now and everyone I talk to speaks English. There are a few that don’t. But I have no issues when shopping or dating or meeting locals. I think that’s old news that only the Philippines knows English. Since the smartphone, all these other countries are learning English FAST.

[@dantesalazar7805]

Burning garbage is not everyday

[@angelocalima6338]

Good luck in Cambodia.Look Deeper.

[@yaaaraves8951]

I think you could also have moved other places in the Philippines

[@angelocalima6338]

@yaaaraves8951 call center English speaking available in Cambodia. If yes, let me know your experience.

[@mpoiya]

I’ve been to Cambodia but not all of them speak English well, the Philippines even a street vendor or from poor background can speak English (even it’s a broken one)

[@erwinmartinez8718]

The 13:30 is important thing that us Filipinos know what makes a country not progress. The bad service and red tape. You need to put more money just to have a good services which both government and big business deny.

[@guysavoy626]

Great interview. Lots of interesting insights. Dave should have his own channel!

[@voice_of_change]

Good interview off the cuff frank discussion and sharing of the realities of Thailand and the Philippines

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@markanthonypetra]

Excellent vid.......great insight......thanks from North Carolina

[@Livingabroadalex]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@danielpoore4349]

Never been to Thailand but the Phillipines was great and will be going there every year now for several months

[@jenjiratnaksinghthong]

You must try to go there.

[@themacker894]

He went to the wrong hospital. I've had amazing care in TH. It's who you know and the recommendations that come from those relationships. I've always gone to the private hospitals when necessary and I've seen ENT's educated in Germany. There are hospitals with doctors from the US as well. Have to be a little careful.

[@kimlove5760]

He doesn't have $$$$ to go to the good hospital in Thailand and landed himself on government hospital.

[@oilairnalo]

If you are an American, you should be grateful to thousands of your compatriots that made sacrifices that transformed the Philippines to be a major English speaking country. Harvard and Yale graduates volunteered to cross the Pacific starting 1898. When fellow Americans were slaughtering natives and burning entire towns, these volunteers were shaping natives' minds to American-civilization standards, and that included, among other things, good English grammar and style. They founded many institutions scattered around the country. Among them is Silliman University, 1901. SU still emphasizes excellent curriculum when it comes to English language.

[@oilairnalo]

Credit the soldiers for bringing into American English the word "boondocks".

[@enzopastore5811]

David is a true gentleman and a scholar.😊😊😊

[@Livingabroadalex]

I agree. Dave's awesome

[@waltgreen8759]

this was a good interview. thanks!

[@mickeyrey4455]

Hey, Alex! Great video! 👍 He did it right. Thailand is a holiday destination. Too much tourism, rip-offs and cannabis. Filipinos are more open to getting to know foreigners. The only question is what the situation is regarding short-term romances. What do you think Alex: What percentage of young Filipinas are interested in short love adventures instead of just looking for the great love of life?

[@Livingabroadalex]

Honestly, it depends. The beauty of the Philippines is that it's a mix of old school and modern dating culture. Whatever you're into, you can find.

[@tombehram394]

Just be careful of so called "gold digger" Ladies! Today money is a prime commodities than love but not always.

[@tripontube365]

In reality, the problem of smoke from burning cornfields during the winter doesn't originate in Thailand. It comes from neighboring countries burning their fields, and the wind blows it into Thailand.

[@be2keen]

I moved to Asia four days after my 30th birthday (1991). I lived mostly in Korea, Japan and Thailand. I traveled all over the Philippines (about 30 months total) and visited every other country in the region at least once and for at least 30 days. It was fun. It was interesting. But when Covid hit it was impossible to travel around except for Korea. And then it became impossible to live in Korea, so I flew back to the States thinking I would return to Asia when it opened up. But the more I stayed in the USA, the more I liked it. No more visa hassles No more language barriers No more air travel No more crappy beds No more drama with the women No more special surprises No more renting crappy motorbikes Here in the States, I can speak full English I can have my own motorcycle I have my own rocker recliner now I can cook all my food and make what I want instead of sandwiches or overly simple meals My gym here is world class I can order from Amazon and not have to go to the local shipper's office and prove I'm not a business person (that's Korea). The air is fresh (I live in a small town). I trust American doctors far more than Asian. There are, of course, some things that I don't really like, nowhere is perfect. I'll just say that I have been to Asia. I been there and did it. I actually like being back in the USA.

[@johnnyg7899]

I agree with everything except for the no drama with American women. There are alot more evil ones in the U.S.

[@jellymadrigal5879]

@@johnnyg7899😝👍

[@scalemodeltutor9841]

No place feels like home, I’ve been to Australia and have lived there for a few years, perfect place, everything is just so nice but I’m happier back here in the Philippines.

[@sagepirotess6312]

Well. I can top you. I traveled all countries from Russia to India to new Zealand and all countries in between. Lived in a korea. Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam as I worked as a teacher. Where I beat you.... covid. My family is from USA, California. New york and Texas. Anyway all were licked down, businesses closed, even find for walking outside. But.... I was in Vietnam during covid. Life didn't shut down. I worked all over the country and excluding 1 or 2 province outbreaks in hcm. The majority of the country was active and not locked down. Nor did anyones Visa expire. I built a house in nha trang on the beach after covid. Vietnam taught me. Covid was a government USA cash grab for money and political power. But irrelevant for me.

[@be2keen]

@@sagepirotess6312 Excuse me, I didn't know that I was in competition with anyone. Silly me. Well, you read my post but obviously missed my point. So you're reading comprehension skills are questionable. And that's another problem with living abroad. A huge percentage of the ex-pats are either not very bright or they're so self-involved that they just can't see past their noses. But what's worse, I rarely met an ex-pat who rated his own intellect accurately. Anyway, as the saying goes, "You do you, and I'll do me."

[@TalkToMeInTagalog]

Everything is affordable in the Philippines for expats. 😊

[@towhook]

The guy in the gray shirt in the back on the right was interviewed a long time ago by the Filipina Pea video titled 9 YEARS IN THE PHILIPPINES - A Foreigner's Perspective on Living The Life!..Small world

[@lcfnyc2007]

Good video but you might want to do something about your mic set up. Your current set up seems to be picking up a lot of background noise.

[@edprout8035]

Great video but you have lots of sound issues. I'd suggest you look into getting some better sound gear with noise canceling.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks

[@tercdawg]

Awesome interview bro. I love both but i speak Tagalog so i wanna retire in the Philippines. Moe years to go cus im still in early 40s, bit I've been in the states for 30 years. What i will miss if i ever retire thete is centralized AC

[@tobiasdelabarra6086]

This guy seems like a cool guy. I'm planning my trip to The Philippines, is there a way to contact him? I'm also a tech guy and could use his help. Thank you!

[@Livingabroadalex]

Sorry this was a random interview. I met this guy outside. I don't have his contact

[@MaritesLalunio]

very nice interview i really appreciate it God bless us both 💖

[@FlatEric-c3k]

"Not one of them will date a western woman again". that says it all....

[@rickyfrias9365]

Good interview. Welcome to our country.

[@davidb2206]

He's much too generous and diplomatic for the camera. I did 8 years in Thailand and that was 7 years too many. Ask him about the two or three most flagrant times when he was cheated or stolen from and how much he lost in Thailand.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Why waste 7 years of your life somewhere you're not happy?

[@davidb2206]

@@Livingabroadalex You only learn what's really going on around you AFTER you are fluent in Thai. Everybody is in the Honeymoon Phase for at least the first three years and those who never learn Thai stay stuck in it, oblivious.

[@fendermon]

@@davidb2206 What's really going on? Thanks

[@peterdutchy]

Your experience is not the norm mate..if you have lived their 7 years you should know that!.Thailand meets my expectations at every level..hospitality,medical services,food,infastructure,etc..absolute tops! Perfect?..ofcourse not,no country is,but very appealing imo.

[@davidb2206]

@@peterdutchy You have to speak fluent Thai to know what is going on around you; otherwise, you are just viewing through the rose-tinted glasses.

[@noe.arboleda]

thats a very smart guy

[@carolyagou8874]

The key would be not to stay in smoggy city ? Nicest people hard working and happy if you go abroad for the right reasons you take the rough with the smooth

[@mythai05]

The non-immigrant visa category "O" has several sub categories. The retirement visa which he was referring to is not "onerous". If you know the documents needed, and everything is in order, you can get it done in a few hours. The fee is just over 50 USD.

[@ronnienaron8389]

The population of the Philippines is 115 million

[@Livingabroadalex]

👍

[@sleekchaser3049]

We sure love making love with each other❤

[@NewAdventuresAhead]

Cool interview. Cool guy. Always appreciate you, brother. Hope we cross paths later this summer. God bless.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks bro!

[@kimlove5760]

Especially at his retiree age. Perhaps the last stage of his life, he should fulfill whatever made him happy.

[@crewcutter2030]

Currently Philippine birth is at 2.75, just about right for self propagation.

[@martypoll]

Yes but on a downward trend. It was over 3.5 in the year 2000

[@barebarekun161]

Funny he's talking about learning new things and grow yet doesn't put up the effort to learn Thai in the years he was still there. After 6 years there he can be rather fluent in Thai. And as for the smog and burning season unfortunately it was more of a regional problem than something exclusively Thailand all the neighboring countries surrounding Thailand all doing slash and burn at the same period even if we solved that problem in Thailand, we'd still getting smog and pollution from Myanmar and Laos regardless. Mind you this only lasts through a few months mostly in the dry "cool" season the lack of wind to circulate air really exacerbated the issue but as you move more and more to the southern provinces of Thailand air quality improves significantly during that burning period.

[@rrrrrrny]

Thailand is quite big place I suggest people should live near the beach. I was in Thailand for 6 months in Pattaya and the air quality was good outside the city centre. The trick is if you live in Bangkok where it’s too clouded you will always have issues. So Phuket , Pattaya , Rayong just along the beach you will thank me. Also wear mask and try to do HBOT to get that oxygen level super high. Philliphines is honestly not for me.

[@tekkugema7540]

thailand is for fuck boys 😂😂

[@oodo2908]

I don't like all the prostis all over the place. Where is a place in Thailand to be around normal women?

[@drd3816]

You are incorrect please look at an air quality map the 2.5 comes from thousands of lm away...i live in TH for years btw and look at PM 2.5 daily. I wish what you said is true but its not.

[@clauthequeen]

Yeah these are retirees/old people with health issues. Live near the beach away from hospitals😂

[@BlueThailand]

This is a very interesting interview. I am surprised that this man don't talk about the new fiscality regulation as a reason to leave Thailand.

[@martypoll]

You mean the new tax rule? It doesn’t apply to him. He has a 10 year pensioner LTR visa. So do I. Our income brought into Thailand is not subject to tax.

[@BlueThailand]

@@martypoll Yes, this is what i mean. I did not notice that he was on LTR visa. Whatever, after 10 years in the country, i think that Thailand is less and less attractive.

[@juris1827]

Here in the Philippines if I’m not mistaken, they recently passed a law that it is already illegal to burn anything in public or like wilted leaves, plastic, any solid waste. RA 9003 at RA 9514 (open burning of solid wastes). And also, we have Clean Air Act (no burning styrofoams, plastics)

[@Livingabroadalex]

Unfortunately, there is no point in having a law if it is not enforced.

[@mplmpl7550]

Thank you for you going to be in philippine bcoz these day I hardly seen Thai people thank you so much more.

[@artistfloriancc6511]

Not all Filipinos speak fluent English but 1 out of 5 are good in English communication and most probably 1 out of 10 are excellent communicator, the rest will give you peace of mind knowing they will understand you. Just bear in mind that there are evil prople everywhere and dont put your guard down.

[@RjThermo]

Nice interview there you got my friend.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you I appreciate the feedback

[@LilyBeth-wm6lg]

Another great video.❤

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you 😁🥳

[@watjejanssen7535]

enjoyed watching thanks !