Why Thailand Might NOT Be Your Dream Expat Destination

Thailand beckons with its vibrant culture and stunning scenery, but is it the perfect expat paradise? This video unveils the realities of expat life in Thailand, beyond the postcard image. So, before you pack your bags, get the unfiltered truth about expat life in Thailand.
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[@ijustlike0010]

After 8 weeks, I can say it like this: (coming from the US) you have to give up a lot of the minor conveniences you're used to (nice sidewalks, clean bathrooms, always have napkin or T.P.). But in return, you get some bigger conveniences (laundry service, cheap tasty food, cheap living, massages, etc)

[@beverlyweber4122]

#truth Absolutely. Worth it!

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

Hot is okay as long as I have a place to sleep that is cool. Can't sleep in the heat.

[@aglaelavin6147]

I think it will depend on each person priorities, if you like luxury, high end commodities, super large houses or apartments and to have things done your way all the time then Thailand is not for you, but if what you are looking for is peace of mind financially, good healthy food and produce, active life style at a affordable cost, great healthcare and super friendly people then it is amazing!

[@BrianSiart]

Aloha Tony! Great information to those that need to hear this!! Mahalo and take care! 🤙🏻❤️🤙🏻

[@TheNarrowGate]

Thanks 👍

[@simbatran]

Hi Tony, those are little annoyances which we can make a list in any country. In return, there are so much more things to be offered in Thailand and I can definitely exchange those minor annoyances for the greater goods from Thailand. Our family can’t wait to get there. Thanks for making the videos.

[@paulhornsey-pennell1931]

as a brit, i can tick off the driving on the other side of the road ... we invented it! Lol

[@MrORANGEMAN1966]

The most horrible nonsense invention must of been drunk on pale ale

[@Preceptor1111]

😊 beautiful walk, love the parasols and the colors people were wearing, peaceful and lush

[@TheNarrowGate]

Glad you enjoyed

[@GMoney-eb5fy]

Good points.. money burns faster and the heat is enormous.

[@kevo8498]

There are bills here just like back home. Rent and utilities. ( if your renting) Health insurance, food, entertainment clothing, toiletries gas car insurance car tab tax. Not as extreme as home countries but come in never the less..

[@portlanddba8082]

Thank you for all you do.

[@TheNarrowGate]

You are so welcome

[@dennispack4119]

Driving ... good reason to learn how to use public transport 👍🏽

[@darwinjina]

if in BKK, you have some public transportation. Otherwise, grab/etc if you don't want to play chicken while driving.

[@kevo8498]

Don't want to use public transport if you live in the provinces. Lol... Need a pickup.

[@SlayTheseFools-hu5jy]

Keep up the good work Devil Dog!!!

[@sokaiya1]

Biggest disadvantages are air pollution, extreme heat, and oily food.

[@kevo8498]

For me it's 2 months + of sneezing wattery eyes congestion, hiding inside and breathing difficulties. That's with allergy meds..Where I'm at its not just burning fields but making charcoal. ( nasty) Wash your car and a day later covered in soot.. To me if your elderly this can present a challenge when staying long term.

[@mplt6151]

Totally agree 👍 but we

[@ijustlike0010]

@kevo8498 That does sound nasty, nothing like that in Ratchaburi. Maybe have to go to a different town that doesn't make charcoal. Do a lot of thai towns do that?

[@MrORANGEMAN1966]

I agree 100%

[@owlscoffeecats]

Another great video, good advice, beautiful walk. Thank you 🙏 Is there an updated retirement visa video you & your wife could do with step by step? Maybe sharing things you know now but didn't for retirement visa protocols. 😊 🇹🇭

[@TheNarrowGate]

Recording one on Tuesday but it will come out next weekend.

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Tony

[@TheNarrowGate]

Thank you very much! 😊🙏🏻🇹🇭

[@daniellerichard1385]

would love to know where you filmed this - looks lovely!

[@TheNarrowGate]

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[@rosskennedy]

Great information,agree with all your point,the new tax laws be a problem for expat, hopefully it blow over and things stay same in future, good info👍

[@mplt6151]

Agree, this new tax enforcement will be a p.i.t.a. And they will go on as Thailand wants to become an OECD member by the end of 2025

[@k9companion231]

A few others are -Limited options on safe food sources unless you cook at home. -If you don’t read Thai you will have issues finding places. Some help with Google maps search. -Few English T.V. Channels

[@marcuspearson87]

Agree so much with the "monopoly money " comment.

[@hue008x]

And don't forget......the flood season.

[@ericmo9669]

I like how all your videos talk about the same things. It reminds me of what is important. Haha.

[@CerebralAptitude]

5 months it will be my home finally. Love your channel bro, but the #1 thing that angers me about all expats and citizens of Thailand is that you people don't vote to turn the sun down. I blame you also. Keep succeeding King.

[@MrORANGEMAN1966]

The Heat and Food for me. After 4 weeks i can't eat anymore Thai food for a while.

[@AndrewHiscock]

It’s not the varied cuisine people like to make out.

[@samsundance2831]

There is nothing that pleases us If you don't set a state of mind as balance You can't find a place is satisfied with life Sometimes lifestyle seems roaming rafting in endless in order to seek for work-life balance Every country has pros and cons Some people might be dreamed of utopia world Nothing is permanent Everything got change Even human mind has often changed (happy suffering good bad etc) There is no place as happy as our home.

[@cosmicvagabond]

Talking about safety last makes me wonder about construction standards. Are buildings built with safety standards close to western standards?

[@TheNarrowGate]

Homes are built better here.

[@kevo8498]

@@TheNarrowGate You really think so? 🤔.

[@darwinjina]

Not a place for those that love high heel shoes. Or require toilet paper. Or those that need level unbroken sidewalks. Or, have poor habits of watching both ways before crossing the street (even when signaled)

[@PakM3388]

Lining in the present US is like living in the city of 'Seaheaven' in The Trueman Show (1998). Living outside the US is dangerous and highly discouraged. See the movie to reflect. Thailand is the unknown for those who are tired of 'Seaheaven' and want to get out and embrace life more.

[@simbatran]

I’m not sure if I see it that way, I’m always scare to get pull over by police, can end up dead in a heart beat if you don’t keep your hands on the steering wheel. Road rages, toxic news media, consumerism, etc. where everything have to be extreme can dilute the family values in the schools and in the homes. I do like that move the Trueman Show, looking at myself and wonder if someone is watching me Lol 😂

[@RobWallen]

Looks like monopoly money 🤣🤣🤣

[@ijustlike0010]

Ok true 😂 but at least it's clean