The BIGGEST Essan Province in Thailand. นครราชสีมา

[@jimferguson7503]

Hey Chuck. Enjoyed your video. I'm expat Scot/Aussie now retired (over 4 and a half years) in Korat with my Thai wife. Everything you could possibly need is in Korat and this place is expanding at a rapid rate. About one third of the Thai population live in Isaan and the infrastructure investment in this area is leaping forward. I've clocked up 100,000 kilometres in Thailand and visited many fantastic places. I love the family scene and how everyone interacts, especially when we visit my wife's house in the countryside. I get a bit angry at the negative Farangs who constantly knock Thailand with their sad stories. You're the exact opposite, same as me. Keep up the good work mate. Cheers. P.s the "Soi Mafia" was a good description.

[@orawancarlile6192]

Don't get upset because they are not fortunate like you to be a part of Thai's family. Feels sorry for them instead.

[@onlittlethings5894]

I'm glad you enjoy your life and families in Korat, my hometown. I've just realized how amazing and awesome it has been. The modern and traditional ways of life.

[@99lunalupis]

Again, I really appreciate you two taking the time to produce these videos and sharing with us. I find them to be so inspiring! Just day to day life in paradise with "NO TIME TO BE SAD"! I agree with the motto! Whole-heartedly!

[@Taznuvo169]

Thanks for sharing Chuck, always enjoy your video's.

[@jaydee4103]

Enjoying your videos so much. It's so refreshing to listen to someone who is happy and positive and appreciates the everyday Thai life, and the Thai people. Thank you.

[@steved2623]

I was suffering from Westernitis (a bit depressed, Australia is getting worse) and and the temples and the whimsical coffee shop cheered me up no end. Thanks Chuck.

[@reddyman6915]

Stinking hot here in Brisbane today 🥵

[@fordguy61mi]

Your family is adorable. You seem to live a very happy life there. Thanks for sharing.

[@bluesky5587]

Superb..chuck Paige ...thank u for sharing.

[@Wanyann]

Hi Chuck, of course, we enjoyed watching your awesome video and you have improved your Thai language tremendously I feel happy for your passion for learning the Thai language keep up your hard work.

[@gordon3063]

just caught this video today in your back catalogue , another good one.

[@notime2bsad]

Cool, thanks!

[@G-Tay]

Myself and the family went to the temple a few years ago, it was totally full with Tourist and couldn't move.. Looked much better on your visit, awesome place and well worth the trip.

[@jharris947]

Lovely video. Really enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@highroaddrifter]

Chuck you have such a wonderful Thai family you all get along so well.Always cherish what you have,there are lot of people in this world that are not as fortunate.

[@onlittlethings5894]

Too cute for the teasing กะเทยน้อย on the little Garfield. Ah Hong must be inspired by Paw Somchai to be a policeman. So cool you handpicked gifts for each kid. The MALL has extended it's venue to compete with the new comers, Terminal 21 and Central Plaza. Everything is growing. Thanks again for the tour!

[@peterbrantsing8809]

So amazingly beautiful temple.. this took my breath away.

[@francisinghels9765]

a extra day in paradise, traveling, discovering...time to be happy!

[@thomasschauss6429]

That rant video you did was awesome

[@markjohnson8810]

Love your videos chuck so informative and giving me ideas on what to see and do in Essan, im heading to buriram, korat, roi et and khon kean in feb, your thai is impressive. Keep posting your excellent videos.

[@rmk1777]

really loving the videos food markets i really enjoy visiting when over there

[@jackhill8246]

Great trip guys. Granddaughter just watched this one. She enjoyed your visit to the mall and your visit to the market. Thanks for sharing.

[@charlottepetersen511]

Can't get enough of the mafia. So awesome. Love this "new" format too: some brilliant intro shots before the "regular" program. You're getting very creative , Chuck. Fabulous stuff as always. The new mic is great too.

[@kolelogan7235]

The soi mafia's are beautiful people Chuck, this was a good adventure, love the temple, and shopping.

[@johnwayne2103]

That was funny. Want to buy some gold!? no!? WHAT! Amazing!

[@thomasschauss6429]

Good video, I enjoyed it very much

[@longdatedoptionsleaps6112]

Absolutely love your videos, didn’t really know how interesting Issan was.

[@iwishiwasonvacation]

Nice post. you make viewers see more of thailand. there is more to thailand than bangkok and phuket.

[@stuckinflorida9685]

Wat Sorapong is beautiful and the cafe was very eclectic, loved them both, great video work as usual. Thanks for sharing, many blessings to you, Paige and family 🙏 Cheers 🍻

[@STR123able]

Beautiful shots of the temple and area. Very impressive!

[@onlittlethings5894]

I should stop by at Wat Sorapong. I drive that road to Korat every Friday afternoon for the last 20 years. I visited this temple once more than 10 years ago. Thanks for the tour.

[@67bracer]

Raining and just above real freezing (not thai style) here tonight. Retiring can't come soon enough. Thanks for sharing your fundays with us.

[@englishteacherpeterberry9127]

That temple looks amazing

[@osmanyegin]

Thank you for your amazing videos.

[@barshrink1175]

That was such a happy video ! Good for you bro ! I've been watching since the beginning of your time there ….

[@4beats56]

Awesome video Chuck. Loved the wat and the cartoon store. Kids would love that place. As always safe travels and cheers.

[@cgj3888]

Great trip Family gatherings at their best SMILES🇨🇷👍🇬🇧

[@Robertmacmedia]

Really enjoy your videos,I’m sure with all the subscribers your judgement of what the school needs and the Best way to organize your project will be well thought of, we believe in you and Paige 👍have a great day chuck and Paige,watching from Vietnam 🇻🇳

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Thye must have spent a fortune on that bridge above the road and the road only gets really busy on New Year and Songrian holiday time when everyone returns to Issan.

[@dannycowart2178]

Another great video, thanks for sharing!

[@rd1965a]

Another great day on the road. Thanks for sharing "Bell Ringer" Chuck, Paige and Soi Mafia.

[@hmoobs1]

I always appreciate for the information of places you stayed on every video you made . Follower from Twin Cities, Minnesota. Thank you

[@fixt100]

Beautiful Family.

[@thidaballard1995]

Thank you for sharing

[@toddjohnston4788]

Your father in-law stuck it out!! Great Vlog 😀 thanks Chuck. And remember MOFIA got your back👍😉

[@YoonNyeanLiew]

Good morning Paige and Chuck, wow, I didn't know there's such a thing as Soi Mafias, awesome. And, wow those beautiful flowers, gosh and those are lovely Orchids too. I am like you Chuck when I travel and when I see beautiful flowers I can't resist to take pictures of them and this is always. I love nature and it's beauty. Cheers

[@bobpayne5931]

Also chuck and Paige love your videos , merry Xmas happy new year 555

[@robertjean659]

Thanks for another interesting road trip.

[@nige536]

Like the slow mo takes in this Vlog, very good ... keep up the good work.

[@Driss797]

You are like walking MasterCard

[@byronclarson8377]

very nice Chuck, thank you!!

[@michaelpaul7925]

Nice trip...Very enjoyable.👍🇨🇦

[@dowlo9879]

Thanks Chuck and Paige.

[@99lunalupis]

Thank you for sharing!

[@Brian_Pathitta_Life_Journey]

Wait a min. Y’all are wearing US winter gears. Does it get that cold in Thailand?

[@amileo1651]

In Thailand, young people especially students really good at entrepreneurs. I can see them sometimes helping their parents or partners with friends or on their own. It's good to see young people setting up a business. ❤🇹🇭❤🇹🇭❤🇹🇭👍📹

[@Taznuvo169]

Temple is suuai, coffee shop looks too cool.

[@ThailandThisWeek]

That what I love about Thailand. Power lines just dangling everywhere. I am glad the internet and Amazon have not killed the malls yet in Thailand. Soon to be a traveling point in the USA, where people will go to Thailand just to see a mall.

[@plabaa1889]

Soi mafia got your back Chuck.. Must be a great feeling..❤️🙏❤️

[@JoseAntonio-ni6cz]

Very true about these vloggers, fake information just jealous about your Channel. Grr, keep up with the good work you're doing. Never lose hope ...

[@snowwizard9440]

Awsome vid as ever😊. Not really into thai language, but do you enter into isaan dialect sometimes? Using frases like: Som gaael? Sep? Baw? Or is this considered thai speaking with slang words? Just curious..

[@MysticFogGarden]

y don't u come back to Houston

[@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269]

Awesome video!!😊❤️👍🏼

[@rayblood5914]

I went to sarapongs temple 20 yrs ago when suriothai film was out it was packed he was doing auction for roof tiles and was with his 3rd wife a airhostess I think very beautifull tall lovely place

[@minilife1481]

I've been to that mall,huge

[@gemmel3197]

You have the best type of mother-inlaw.

[@geoCow]

Is it me or are all the people in Korat beautiful and friendly. The market was stunning.

[@ersatzethan5370]

A little bit of everything!!...Nice one, Chuck!....(that guy speaks Thai, English, french and German?!?!...wow!!).........but, seriously, how cold was it?.....in farenheit....

[@eddyas5012]

hay Chuck Mafia might mean elder, as we have down under, when I get time I'll back love it there

[@hamid2607]

Hope I can come to visit u soon 🤞

[@kristoffergidlov9282]

Really nice video mate. really enjoy it. I must say you getting really good in thai:). I hope I talk as good as you later on;)

[@marvinbush7304]

What was Paige pointing to at that coffee shop?

[@LasseInSurin]

The only thing I have agianst Korat is that the traffic sometimes reminds about the traffic in Bangkok. My wife's regional headoffice is in Korat so from time to time I go with her (when she has to go the headoffice for meetings and conferences) when I need to buy IT stuff that I can not find locally. So often when I go from the regional office to the Mall, or other places, it's often during the rush hours. Usually quite heavy and fast traffic and not so very nice driving.

[@bitsurfer0101]

What was the name of the shop where the guy could speak French and German? I'm interested in just knowing about the place since I speak French myself.

[@onelovesmokeshop7834]

NICE 👍👍👍THAT IS WHY NO TIME TO BE SAD. 👏👏👏🤙🤙🤙🤙🏆🏆NICE JOB

[@bobpayne5931]

I been to Thailand and love the rural side of Thailand I just need to learn Thai language better even though my partner Thai and she speaks English ,when I go there she forgets that I don’t speak so well so I miss out what’s going on most of the time .

[@tsmartin]

Statue of a Merlion at 19:09. Just like the one in Singapore. Only smaller.

[@daveyjones_n4584]

Did anybody else see those F**k you socks at 42:31 in the video? Lol I got a good laugh out of those!

[@stuckinflorida9685]

Dave Bonham Yes I did and you will not get a ticket in Thailand for wearing them like in some places

[@geoCow]

That lavalier mic you’re makes all the difference in vlog quality. Narration punches through noisier environments loud and clear.

[@e-o-1085]

Great video! BTW, did you say "Katoy"?

[@onlittlethings5894]

Yes, he did say "Katoey Noi" in a loving not offensive or detrimental way, jokingly referring to the Little Garfield. Everybody loves the Almighty Little Garfield!

[@theadventuresofbrockinthai4325]

HEY CHUCK AND PAIGE AND FAMILY, I LIKE THE PLACE YOU STAYED AT.THE WAT YOU WENT TO I HAVE BEEN THERE A FEW TIMES. I LIKE THE COFFEE SHOP YOU STOPPED AT AND I'VE BEEN THERE TOO. I LIKE THE BIG TRANSFORMERS MADE OUT OF OLD JUNK. NOW YOU'RE IN MY NECK OF THE WOODS IN KORAT. I DO PREFER THE MALL OR TERMINAL 21 OVER THE NEW MALL, EVEN THOUGH I LIVE RIGHT BEHIND IT. INFACT I CAN'T EVEN REMEMBER WHAT IT'S CALLED. LOL I SURE AM MISSING THAILAND BUT IT'S ONLY ONE MORE MONTH. LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING BACK. IT'S LIKE YOU ARE MORE FREE THERE. I DON'T KNOW IF YOU ARE BUT IT SEEMS LIKE IT.I THINK IT HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE PEOPLE ARE LAYEDBACK AND DON'T WORRY ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED BEFORE AND DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE FUTURE, THEY JUST LIVE IN THE PRESENT AND ENJOY LIFE AND OF COURSE ALWAYS SMILE. SEE YOU GUYS SOON.

[@richardsthailand]

You've been trying to get those cows in a video for the last 3 days 😂😂😂 finally did 😂

[@jayfallon]

Must've been freezing out.

[@simoncluley6033]

chuck you always forget word of the day. haha

[@garygibbs1]

WHEN I RETIRE ITS A STRONG CHANCE WE WILL BE MOVING TO KORAT OF KHON KAEN.

[@englishteacherpeterberry9127]

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[@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269]

Hey I donated, but didn’t specify anything. I’d like it to go to the school. Sorry I didn’t know that I was supposed to and it be nice to know that you guys did receive the money. Do you give any confirmation of receipt?

[@notime2bsad]

Sorry I am behind on confirmations. Thank You

[@christophernelson4979]

The hottie at 40:50 😘😘 Can't wait to be back in April.

[@antoniojacques4098]

Chuck, you said it was "almost freezing" and all of you were wearing pullovers... All the times I been to Thailand it was either hot, hotter or just so crazy humid I could only walk for an hour or so and had to go back to the place I was staying (I'm talking Bangkok here...). Is it different in Issan? what are the seasons like there? what are the cooler months?

[@notime2bsad]

Everywhere north of Bangkok get cooler temps in the winter. Just google temps in the area you are curious.

[@saddq1]

I stay in the deep south. Here temperatures never drop below 25 celsius.

[@billybasu3900]

Terminal 21 is the mall in Korat and is exceptional.Check it out next time.It is far better than the one in Bangkok.

[@notime2bsad]

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[@jimferguson7503]

Hey Billy. We have great choices in Korat with 3 excellent malls that just about cater for anyone's taste. Nightlife for Westerners is limited but when I feel the need, it's off to Jomtien and Pattaya for a quick fix. I really enjoy retirement living in Korat, visiting my wife's extended family in the countryside and sampling the "real Thailand." I now have lots of in-laws, nephews and a two year old Thai granddaughter. "Happy days mate."

[@billybasu3900]

@@jimferguson7503 , I will be doing the same thing next year and will be in Korat for Xmas.Some things I love about Korat are the cool cafes that are there, the cafe culture of the modern Korat generation, Bung Ta Lua Park which is a beautiful park for recreation and the lack of stress due to less congestion in the city.Happy to meet up if you are there on 23rd/24th Dec.

[@Taznuvo169]

You're in pants! must be cold.16 in Nong Khai

[@billkeas7326]

Those poor cows, can’t make a cheese burger with them 😢😢🤣🤣🤣

[@hk91762mm]

YOU Must be freezing It must be 65 F 32 F Here in WV,, I just finished My first video took about 8 hours for a 3 min video- Now I look at yours and realize you are a one man video production company -lead actor,,Director, editor, and coordination expert,,OH Yea-You have an assistant =Logistics travel planner[PAIGE] 555 Randy + Boom Ill be in Korat where Boom Lives most of jan-feb ! MERRY Christmas !!!

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Those shopping malls are most of the time empty. The rent must be cheap for the shops in those malls or they would go bust as they are doing in the USA and Europe.

[@mckinleymorganfield8494]

Sometimes the slow pans are better than others. Just sayin.

[@glaubhafieber]

I ate something bad for my stomach at the mall. They don’t have bum guns.only farang style toilets 555

[@ulihanel7078]

Dude, its ISSAN...oh well

[@notime2bsad]

Phonics. It is a Thai word spelled in Thai "dude"

[@brandonthailand2062]

17:17 mary jane hat?😂 Cops may search you wearing that.

[@nelsoniwasaki2557]

JTF116 1962 999th sig. co.

[@davidmcconnell8690]

:-)) :-))

[@Wanyann]

ha..ha.. Paige you so naughty huh...

[@davidbkk171]

Don't take this the wrong way, but you sound robotic when you speak Thai. Try and be more natural sounding like when you speak English. Try to be less monotonic

[@onlittlethings5894]

Considering Thai a tonal language, Chuck is doing a great job pronouncing words. Once in a while we might find very few Americans to be able to pronouce the subtle difference of the five tones like Adam Bradshaw or Mark Weins.