🇹🇭 Retire Early $798 USD Month Jomtien Thailand

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[@VagabondAwake]

This webpage has all my Jomtien maps, and information: vagabondbuddha.com/retire-early-on-798-usd-month-jomtien-thailand/ 𝗗𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗘-𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞→ 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/ 𝗗𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲☆★☆ vagabondbuddha.com/ 𝗗𝗮𝗻’𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 $$$ 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗯𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀e vagabondbuddha.com/courses/the-hobby-income-course/ What kinds of risks are you taking if you move overseas? vagabondbuddha.com/our-liability-disclaimer-the-risk-is-on-you/

[@suzettemarmot8252]

Is the apartment you showed from Airbnb? If not do you have a link to locate it? Also how does one deal with the limited stay for Americans being 45 days with another 30 extension Is their a simple way newcomers to Thailand can extend for 90-180 days like in Colombia you have 90 dys FREE then pay $30 USD to extend for total 180 days if from USA

[@ThomasD7244]

I pay 6000 baht a month for my studio in Jomtien plus my utilities are about 800baht , this includes basic cable and WiFi. Bike rental 4000 baht a month, data 650 and I spend about 8500 on food. I don't drink or eat out except a couple of times a week. Total $540 a month. Probably not to everyone's taste but I do have access to a gym and huge pool and I like to keep active by walking. The only negative is the beach isn't the cleanest and I certainly wouldn't go in the water.

[@VagabondAwake]

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[@keithpeterson5215]

I hear that about the water, please share exactly why (not sure I really want to know!)?

[@stevemorris3544]

Nice place in Thailand, I was just there for two months, September and October . Went to the island for three days, rented and flew a paraglider for hours on the island. Met a lovely Thai woman and going back to live on a retirement visa. Thanks Dan for your reports

[@CBEACH]

What does the retirement visa take nowadays? 25k in Thai bank?

[@stevemorris3544]

@@CBEACH three choices I believe. One you can put 800,000 baht in bank account which at today's exchange rate is $ 23,048.00 Dollars. Second you can use a immigration specialist who puts the 800,000 in for you for a fee. Third you can put a monthly pension in of 65,000 baht which at today's exchange rate is $1,873 Dollars. The monthly needs to be seasoned for a year to use it for your second year.

[@CBEACH]

@@stevemorris3544 thanks Steve, You have to be at least 50 years old right? And what do you mean by seasoned?

[@stevemorris3544]

@@CBEACH yes at least 50. I am using a immigration specialist company. Seasoned is: you need 12 months of deposits from pension and or social security to qualify for income retirement visa in lieu of 800,000 baht. You are able to withdraw as you please, just need to show financial ability. I will use the 800,000 baht for the first year and start the pension deposits so when I get to my second year I will have my 12 months showing. Another way is to open a Thai bank account in the US and stay in the US for the year and then use the seasoned account to qualify it for the retirement visa. I also recommend doing the Visa in Thailand which would be a O retirement visa as the OA retirement visa which is what you get outside of Thailand requires medical insurance and the O retirement visa that is converted from a tourist visa in country does not require it as of right now.

[@stevemorris3544]

@@CBEACH key visa company in Pattaya has good info on there website. Darren runs the place for 20 years and knows his stuff.

[@charlesscinta7377]

I live in Jomtien now 😂😂 I pay $185 a month for my studio. Love it

[@TravellingMan20]

Nice, can I ask how you found it please ?

[@kriskristofferson371]

Gym included ?

[@kriskristofferson371]

How about the internet ?

[@charlesscinta7377]

@@kriskristofferson371 I use my hotspot from my phone.

[@charlesscinta7377]

@@kriskristofferson371 guy and pool

[@erichaynes7502]

My best advice is to never go smaller than 50 Sqm condo. You find these by renting a motorbike and driving up to as many condo buildings you can find and ask to see what's available. Don't get so close to the beach(1st road) as it's loud and dirty. Go on the opposite side of 2nd road and you'll find plenty. Look at least 5-10 condos, do it all in one day and get it over with. My 51 Sqm condo is 12,000 baht a month, electric is 1,500 baht a month. Never pay more than 20,000 baht a month for a condo that's way too much.

[@happycook6737]

Exactly right. Another reason to not be so close to the beach are tsunamis and crime. Crime is higher where there is easy prey -- old farangs.

[@jonh.7661]

You're in my building! I was lucky to get a 3yr contract on a high floor, cool country/sea view for $350/mo 😎🤜🏼🤛🏽😉. My budget is about $1,400/mo total including insurance and golf once a week. That's about $1,000/mo without golf and insurance. But I don't drink or go party much either.

[@keithpeterson5215]

Hello, we are coming in February, and wondering what you think of the Riviera? Is it near enough to the beach and cheap places to eat?

[@jonh.7661]

@@keithpeterson5215 is this "no nonsense" Keith Peterson... the MMA referee? 😀

[@jonh.7661]

@@keithpeterson5215 I love it here at Riviera Jomtien (keep in kind there are several Riviera properties). Rents have skyrocketed in the past 3 months. In August 2022 35sqm 1 bdrms were starting around 15,000thb/mo for 1yr contract (+/- based on floor/view). Now they've jumped to around 20,000thb. More for shorter term contracts. Close/far, cheap/expensive can be subjective. What's expensive to me may be cheap to you or vice versa. You might want to look at Google Maps street view to take a look and virtually walk around the neighborhood. You can often click on businesses and get more info about them including pictures of menus/prices. I love it, but people can have have such different opinions/expectations that it's better to look and GoogleMaps and see what you think.

[@markpaul9488]

What is the name of the tower that you were staying in, looks beautiful

[@jonh.7661]

@@markpaul9488 Riviera Jomtien

[@johnnychinges888]

You both shared million dollar smiles while enjoying the amazing view. Attitude of gratitude for who you are and all you share ❤

[@gooblio]

I lived in Jomtien for 3 years back in the early 2000s and prices haven't changed that much, but back then it was 45 Baht to the USD. I had a $2000 a month budget then and lived like a King.. I would suggest you budget at least $1800 a month. If I remember correct you need 65,000 Baht income or deposit 800,000 Baht in a Thai Bank account, plus have health insurance to qualify for a retirement visa. I had enough money for the visa back then, but wasn't old enough so I had to do visa runs all then time to Cambodia.

[@wesdowty79]

Just get the Thai Eite Visa

[@gooblio]

@@wesdowty79 Nope, I'm a cheap Charlie. 😆

[@Flue28]

@@boxing.ascetic Depends on how old you are. If not 50, married, having Thai children or working in Thailand, the Elite visa is surely worth it. I am very happy with the EV and without I would not be able to live here.

[@spookyblack7526]

@@boxing.ascetic speak for yourself, Elite Visa is the best if you can afford it

[@spookyblack7526]

@@gooblio why did you leave Thailand after 3 years and how much were you paying every month including all expenses?

[@davedorman5876]

Health insurance is a must even if your in good condition, an accident could be around the corner

[@rethairedinasia]

You guys really loved Jomtien didn't you. Now you know why I live here so happily. My dad is arriving on the 17th of this month.

[@keithy507]

Do you agree with the cost of living? Of course you’d need insurance..!?

[@rethairedinasia]

@@keithy507 Did you see me saying that I disagree with Health insurance. As you get older its harder to get, and afford

[@markj6385]

Dan, the information you provide is very helpful for an extended stay (for me, a month or two). I think your guides are so much more than for planning retirement destinations. Keep these great videos coming.

[@digitalnomadtrader]

Same, I plan to slow travel a bit and it's great to hit the ground with some good restaurants, accomodation and sightseeing recs

[@VegasNegus]

Love these reports‼️ saves time and money and always enjoy watching the food selections. Well done Dan and Qiang

[@TheXpatx]

I'm in Pattaya right now and I have been following your channel for a quite a while. Great video as always 👍🏾 and thank you for inspiring me to travel abroad on a budget.

[@wrassell1]

Lots of nice places to rent for 5,000B but you have to shop around but the prices do seem to be creeping up slowly, there are 2500B places but they are as basic as it gets. Food cooked at home is 3800B for just me, I shop at Makro which is like a Costco, I do not like the open markets. Electricity cost me 600B a month, I have an apartment in a big building and my unit faces north, I rarely need A/C. I have a new plan with AIS fiber 300/300 for 340B a month. These are very baseline numbers most people will want to spend more for food and rent and other things. You have a good Vlog with good solid information.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi Russ Thorne, Would you like to be a guest start on one of my videos? Here is an example guest star video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4SwkGWgdqhnrJY Your interview could be just your voice or we could do a zoom call showing your face. If you would like to be a guest star and share your story please leave a personal message here: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/ Thank you for your comment. The detail of your comment makes this real for people. If you have a business, service, or KZbin channel, you could share that on the interview. Best, Dan

[@spookyblack7526]

How do you not like the open market?

[@shartzs]

Nice place to retire too based on the cost of living in retirement (of course as you say Dan, one needs to visit and spend time in the country before committing to the $798 per month). Great video Dan and Qiang!

[@JeffMathias]

The thing is if your on a tight budget, it’s not like you could stay in the West and get along for anything comparable. So it’s not crazy to head over and make the best of it. Not everyone can afford lots of back & forth travel.

[@keithy507]

It would cost a bit more than that in my eyes. Don’t forget you have to buy a visa to live there (if it’s a lump sum, then divide that by 12 for a monthly cost) Also one of the most important things is Health insurance. A must for anyone planning to live overseas.

[@billyjohnson9166]

@@keithy507 health insurance is a must.

[@keithy507]

@@billyjohnson9166 100 percent!

[@ddusek100]

Thanks i love Jomtien i was there for a weekend earlier this year when I was in Thailand just loved it, it's so laid back 👍👍👍

[@jonh.7661]

Something to keep in mind is that your friend's 10,000thb rent in the Riviera was covid pricing. Rents all over Pattaya/Jomtien have jumped maybe 50%+ in just the last few months. A new contract for a similar 35sqm room in that building is now going for over 15,000thb+.

[@nwmsfb3118]

The only ones I see are for 40-50k thb!

[@kokalti]

Where are you searching? I've seen plenty of places there for 8,000 to 10,000 on facebook marketplace

[@nickvegas2459]

@@nwmsfb3118 50k? For a studio? Do you have a link?

[@luchernou627]

still have lots for 8000 to 10000 bath

[@jonh.7661]

@@luchernou627 not in the Riviera. Sure, there are rooms available in smaller buildings with less amenities. They were 5000 baht during covid, but now have jumped up to 8-10,000thb.

[@charlesscinta7377]

Great breakfast at Cheap charlie’s in Jomtien.

[@KaiMiano]

Wow! You two are really inspiring and I love your calm way and nice sound of voices too! Compliments!

[@Blueprint830]

Jomtien is beautiful. It's my kind of vibe! I can definitely say that this place is on my list of places to visit. Can't wait for the next video! ⛱️🌊🌊

[@VagabondAwake]

It really is!

[@danielyee1423]

Considering Thailand as a retirement destination. Thanks for your informative video.👍

[@easygame7955]

You are truly living the dream, GZ!

[@docall18]

Lived in Pattaya before. Food bills way higher than mentioned. If you eat western foods like cheese, butter, chocolate, steak etc. the prices are higher than at home.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi docal18, I get a comment like this from time to time. Here is a KZbin video that explains why you are right but my numbers are also possible. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6arYn55lNKifcU Thanks for commenting on this video! Dan

[@happycook6737]

Exactly right and good to let the men know.

[@alanharrison694]

I just moved back to Jomtien Beach to live, this past July from CA. I have always loved life here, since the early 2000s. 10,000 baht is a good find, especially for the Rivera. I pay 18,000 for an 88sqm 1-bdrm near Dongtan Beach. Enjoy!

[@AliBooneInvest]

Wow! You sold me at that view. Great video - thank you for sharing!

[@BangTaoBeach]

Your conversion rates for a beer out of 7-11 are way off. 62 baht is around $1.66 USD at todays exchange rate. All beer and alcohol in Thailand is more expensive than you will pay in the states. My beer of choice is San Miguel Light, a 355ml or 12 oz. costs 41 baht at 7/11, which is $1.10 USD for one beer. A case of 24 San Miguel Light beer will cost you over $26 USD for a case. The tax on all alcohol in Thailand is very high. Secondly, to get a Retirement Visa for Thailand requires that you have THB 800,000 deposited Thai Baht in a Thai bank, which on average is approximately $24,000 USD, however the USD exchange rate currently is at the best rate in many years (It's usually between 32 to 34 THB). That 800,000 baht is currently the equivalent to $21,449.60. You have to jump through many hoops to get this visa and are REQUIRED to report to Immigration every 90 days. These are facts. I've lived in Thailand for numerous years. Phuket is much more expensive than Jomtien or Pattaya. I've lived in all three places. One thing you can't beat is the 10 baht bus, it's a great value. They don't have this baht bus in Phuket. In Phuket the taxis are the biggest ripoffs in Thailand.

[@Spookyliciousness]

Thai elite visa🙏🏾

[@MR-zy9ff]

Another excellent adventure, much appreciated guys!

[@tedlasalvia9668]

Nice video Dan and Qiang! I can see the more vegetarian options in Thailand as compared to the Philippines. I look forward to your next video!

[@t.d.phillips7283]

Living in Pattaya, and lovin every minute... Peace to you both, and wishin you could stay longer... Who knows, maybe even meet and share one or two Leo's... With a few laughs, and life stories... It's all good... You got to love the sunset here, it's even better with a Leo... Dan there's quite a few House Rock Bands around town... You might enjoy on your day off...

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Very cool. You just cant beat the view for the cost in Jomtien.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey Kevin! Are you back traveling again. :-)

[@mikemikie8312]

Hi Dan & Qiang ,Never visited Thailand but must say looks really good and cost for everything you showed in video is very affordable . great seeing you both still enjoying your globe trotting take care .

[@popnoff8746]

Im heading there in a few months to retire! I've got a buddy that lives in Jomtein now. And it's a large reason why I decided to move there.

[@truthhurtsalways4u]

Ive been there once.its like a mini Cancun and Vegas,Aspen combined.literally all people speak English as well as the signs on the street. In few yrs time, it will become the number one destination in the world. You have everything in one city, beach,mountain ,great nightlife, restos ,casinos,skiing .millions of well oiled expats i.e.millionaires have alreasy considered it as a retirement haven. Will visit again in 2024!

[@ianlewis2813]

You both have a fantastic dream of a life ......I myself took the first step and moved to the Philippines.

[@CBEACH]

how is it?

[@edwintsao3350]

@ian Lewis Is it better than Thailand?

[@CBEACH]

@@edwintsao3350 I like Egypt. I just got back today. 28 celsius, I was swimming in the sea and lovin it

[@DeanoRav]

Nice video. Just a few coments on the prices (I live in Jomtien). I have 1 gig down / 300 meg up fibre with 3BB, it costs 700 THB per month (~20 bucks) and also includes HBO+. Unlimited mobile data with AIS is 200 THB ($6) - so you can knock a good $40 off your budget :)

[@ChimpsAI]

Great video (as always). Thank you for saying "megabits" rather than "megabytes". That made my day. Yours is probably the first video ever to use the correct terminology. 😅

[@c.a.saunders2819]

I heard no mention of healthcare or local crime conditions in this clip but really enjoyed it and found it very useful. Thanks so much, and stay safe.

[@williammit1332]

We have state of the art health care and affordable. Crime is nearly non existent. Lovely people, lots to do and budget friendly.

[@c.a.saunders2819]

@@williammit1332, Thanks William, I appreciate your taking the time to address these important things for me. I do however have experience with the people of Thailand, and must say they're a gracious, and kind people no doubt. Again my thanks,

[@marcuschalkley2355]

safe from what?

[@Flue28]

@@williammit1332 Affordable if you have an insurance or enjoy local hospitals. International hospitals are not cheap at all. Crime is nearly non existent ? Pattaya is number 1 on the crime index in Thailand, so that is a bit of a false statement.

[@williammit1332]

@@Flue28 I don't live in Pattaya, I live in Jomteim. Crime compared to where? I'm from Atlanta, it's a war zone of crime. Yes health care can get expensive as you get older or have pre existing conditions. Still cheaper and better than the USA in most cases.

[@uwegrauert7680]

We wish you the best in Thailand. We will retired to Thailand. We will go to Koh Samui next and we will see how we can life there

[@jasonfoy7847]

I am wanting to travel alone in Asia and want to start in Thailand so this may be a good place to start

[@TravelWorld429]

Wow.. just missed you again.. I left Pattaya about three weeks ago. Back in my condo in San Jose Costa Rica. I will spend the holidays in Medellin, then back in Pattaya in mid January, with plans to travel to Australia/New Zealand in April. A few comments: With geographic arbitrage, I make $100 night with Renting my San Jose CR condo, and when living in Medellin and Pattaya, I pay $500 usd per month with furnished apartment with all utilities. So.. 5 days rental in Costa Rica pays for for one month rental in Medellin and Pattaya/Jomtien. In Pattaya/Jomtien, the cost of living is very low as Dan suggests; HOWEVER, your entertainment costs can quickly escalate with the many temptations. You need to have great self control to live in this very inexpensive, beautiful part of the world. Sawadee krap and Pura Vida!

[@andrewrobinson2565]

We're going to do an annual 75 day (visa waiver + extension) visit to Jomtien/Pratamnak when we retire, if we live that long 🤞🙄. We "did" the heck out of Pattaya when we were younger ❤️😀❤️. Thanks for the video 🤠📷👍👍+1.

[@MrShakero]

200,000$ put in account with 5% yearly return is enough to retire like this. Cool stuff!

[@vancouverlife1040]

You forgot the inflation and that can catch you up pretty fast.

[@RustyLid]

Just subscribed, I have no idea how I've missed your channel in the past. Great video, presentation and personality from the two of you. The expansion of Jomtien Beach is going great it will be much better than before. Also the ferry is a much nicer ride to the island than a speedboat that could shake the fillings from a persons teeth.

[@greggcrandall2747]

DAN, THANKS SO MUCH AGAIN FOR A GREAT VIDEO! WHEN I WATCH YOUR VIDEOS THE INFORMATION IS FANTASTIC HOWEVER, YOU SEEM TO PLACE A BIG EMPHASIS ON RENTING A SCOOTER WHICH ISN'T REALLY POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE. I have a visual impairment which makes driving a scooter impossible. WHILE INCLUDING SCOOTER RENTAL IS A GREAT IDEA, IN FUTURE VIDEOS COULD YOU ALSO include other transportation alternatives such as tuk-tuk or taxi or bus, if they exist in the same locale? THE VIDEO GIVES THE IMPRESSION FOR INSTANCE WHEN YOU GO TO THE ISLAND OFF OF JOM TIEN THAT YOUR ONLY OPTION IS A RENTING A SCOOTER. HOPEFULLY THAT'S NOT THE CASE AND IF SO IT WOULD BE NICE TO KNOW IF THOSE OTHER OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL OR IF THE SCOOTER IS THE ONLY WAY TO GET AROUND. THANKS AGAIN FOR AN AWESOME video.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hello Gregg Crandall, All of our videos have a webpage that has the information discussed in that video so you don't have to take notes. That information is on the full report. The link to that web page for this video is the first link in the description below this video. In case you don't know how to find the link, here is a KZbin video teaching how: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmXFgWeumZx9atU Most of our videos have multiple links to important information that will help you save time and money. It is our way of thanking you for watching our videos. So, ... thank you, Dan

[@youandme8576]

l did live in Jomtien some years ago and l found out that it was okay to live outside Pattaya because of the noise but it was more exspensive in the long run to live there, but afther some time l moved back to Pattaya again maybe because l hated the travelig to Pattaya and back to Jomtien all the time, because you allways go where the action is anyway. And you can easy get a cheap place to stay in town if you look around, there are places that offer 500 Bath a night to stay in one room with everything you need, monhtly you can get it way down in price as well, l had a nice place for only 7000 Bath a month and that is only a 186 USD pr month. Okay it do not have a swimmingpool but then you go to Mike shoppingsenter, on the top and pay 100 Bath to swim there on the roof it is great. And there you meet normal Thai girls as well (i do not know if it is still there but have a look otherwise there are more places to swim if you feel like it). The only reason l did not stay to long in Pattaya was that you get tierd of all the party all the time and you start to look for something you do not find in Pattaya. And that is a girlfriend or wife that you can spend your life with. l ended up back home and l did meet a beautifull young filippina girl 25 years younger than me and l did marry her (now 4 years) and we have a baby girl together l really did not think that my life will turn out like it did to me, today l have everything l need and l am happy, afther been travelig all over Asia for years l ended up back home again, and found what l was looking for when l was not looking for it, life is funny this way

[@protectmyspirit]

Great video, congratulations to you both. So encouraging and inspiring.

[@onehappykamper]

Hey! Welcome to Jomtien Beach! I live here because I've found the best community in Thailand. I've been here in Thailand.. Since 2015 for about 60% of that time. My internet is 600/600 and cost just 5.900 baht a YEAR Enjoy your time here

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for the tips!

[@victorvictor5539]

Amazing ¡¡¡¡¡ superb¡¡¡¡ keep safe and take care. Best regards from Catalonia-Spain.

[@keithjetski3060]

Looks like the perfect place for me to retire. Good beach, food, reasonable rent prices, and walking paths at the beach. Looks like I could make it there for $750 all in, including some beer and a bit of weed and a few island hopping day trips.

[@keithy507]

Is that including the cost of your yearly retirement visa and also your health insurance?

[@keithjetski3060]

@@keithy507 I will probably do a student visa because it is cheaper and I need to learn some language. Insurance will be minimal as I will always have VA as a backup plan.

[@keithy507]

@@keithjetski3060 I plan to do the same (get an education visa) to learn the language over a year. Good luck

[@happycook6737]

@@keithjetski3060 I wasn't aware VA provided services/care in Thailand. Thai women aren't cheap. Nice Thai women will look at you as a meal ticket for their entire family so also consider this.

[@keithjetski3060]

@@happycook6737 Yes, no VA available in Thailand. If catastrophic disease, return to US. I'm aware of the provide for the whole family dynamic of SE Asian countries, as my ex wife is Filipina. I'm not looking at Thailand as a retirement destination for women. If I meet someone, they will need to be self sufficient.

[@FicoD-do1dl]

I just joined your channel. I'm happy I found you because you are providing great information in your videos. My wife and I will be in Thailand next March for the first time so, information like the one you provide is of great help. Thank you for what you do.

[@FicoD-do1dl]

By the way, I would love to know the name of the place you stayed and recorded while in Jomtien, thanks. thinking on following your steps ......

[@bloodyzbub6213]

Really enjoy your vids....love seeing you two have such a great time.

[@HypocriticYT]

Livin the life once you don’t let material things own you. I don’t know if I could do it to that extent though it would truly free you 😊

[@pappadappacarhauler757]

I love how you explain things. Clear and concise. And the view ain’t bad either LOL! Not sure where to retire to the Philippines or Thailand. I hear that in Thailand many of the women are freelancers and you have to be sure who they are. Pay for play. Where as in the Philippines it might be easier to find a regular girl. I’m retiring the end of march of next year. Can’t wait to leave the madhouse.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes, more regular girls in the Philippines, but they are in Thailand too, just go to smaller towns or towns with fewer tourists.

[@mrbbkk]

I will split time between 4 to 6 countries a year Dont have to choose one over the other Enjoy as many as u like. Dan did.

[@BuzzSargent]

1st time on your channel. Not sure how it ended up on my recommended list, but it was a good show. You and your partner are very good together. Happy Trails

[@slante1]

I will be there soon to retire love your videos. Jomtein is the place

[@marieljoed]

It really seems appealing to live there! Very beautiful and the cost is reasonable.

[@wildbill6366]

Place looks amazing! Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

[@phmiii]

The Pizza looked Amazing!

[@tangoist4]

Great video,great information!Thank you! All the best from Canada…

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for watching!

[@emerysaulnier5502]

I'm also from Canada. East coast.

[@williammit1332]

Great job,looks like you stayed at the Riviera. Good information about Jomtein. I think your wife would move here.

[@danielbowater1585]

Nice video! I would say that’s a very conservative estimate even When living frugally in Jomtien. I lived in Pattaya for one year in 2018/2019 on a low budget and the numbers were probably 30% higher. Some of my friends have loved living in Jomtien during the pandemic as rent prices decreased significantly.

[@danielbowater1585]

@@kippsguitar6539 sky is the limit ?haha. I was only an English teacher earning 40k baht per month. Out of the whole year there were only three months when I saved more than 2k baht. So the average month's expenditure was $950-$1000usd. That was living a very simple life, with minimal luxuries. If you like entertainment and alcohol I can confidently say that the cost of living would be more like $1400 usd than $700 usd. Lets face it, thats the lifestyle most men expect. A lot of people are quoting numbers to fulfill a fantasy youtubers want to believe rather than a portrayal of reality.

[@danielbowater1585]

@@kippsguitar6539 you're welcome. I have recorded parts of my Thai journey on my channel. It was 'only' a year- but a year more than most! Most teachers start off on just 40k, its not high paying. I thought you might have known that if you have been there for so long. While its possible to live cheap thats not the general expectation among expats. The general expectation is to drink most days, enjoy the women and eat western food etc. I don't believe that is even remotely possible for $700. Inadvertently, it is misleading all those people. I'm pretty happy to stand by what I said anyway. That'll be all from me in this discussion. Have a good day!

[@ben-cl5in]

Yes if you want to be comfortable you need 65 k, I 'd say that is a minimum

[@Nuggetsjourney44]

When you picked up the conch’ shell I thought you’d recite “lord of the flies” hahaha, I’m slowly working my way back through your channel Dan, started new KZbin account so I get to rewatch everything again, win win

[@mitebbots]

If you guys are still in Jomtien I have a great massage guy here that trained in Chiang Mai.

[@nickvegas2459]

Excludes clothing, health insurance but pretty close.

[@frankcentofanti9317]

Wow Jomtien looks amazing a chill location I don’t need a night life I need beach and meet amazing locals and expat

[@alanhamer5661]

morning dan,never commented b4 on your vlogs but this one i just had too....put a smile on my face looking at my home away from home,jomtein,(thailand)been going there several times a year from 1999 until you know what happend...am usuall there november month but again missing it this year..finally got a ticket for my regular january trip..will be 3 yrs so seeing jomtein night market so fresh was nice..nice place to retire right?recommend surf kitchen on corner soi5 also and dongtan beach...enjoy!

[@derrickdu]

Dan, have you notice if things cost more? Wondering what inflation is like in Thailand compare to the US? Jealous about your apartment.

[@genericdeveloper3966]

What a great find with that infinity pool. Best of luck out there.

[@jaymeez]

The Golden Hour sunlight at the beginning of the video made the footage look Amazing 👍🏽 Do you know the KZbin Channel “Sean In Wonderland”? His apartment looks almost exactly like your. Maybe the sane building. I enjoy these cost of living video, thanks for all you do

[@elsienorback7689]

Love the view for $21 / night. Beautiful.

[@bluestarfishsea]

Great video! I can feel your energy, you two are grateful + enjoying life! So fun to explore new places 👌Do you think Pattaya or Hua Hin is better for family living (3 kids)? They both seem much more affordable than phuket + Islands 👌 thks for sharing!

[@JettMalone]

More to do in Pattaya. Hua Hin is cheaper.

[@gripperstebson2977]

I wouldn't take kids to Pattaya it's a sex resort type area. More bars and short time places massage places. More for single older guys. Also the sea there is filthy. I would look to take your family somewhere nicer

[@mrbbkk]

Hua Hin better if u have young children and you want them to avoid seeing bargirls and ladyboys everyday

[@DBN2000]

Very interesting and informative video. Can you suggest some do's and don't's on staying well when eating street food and buying local food in markets and restaurants? Thanks.

[@happycook6737]

Street food is made with the cheapest oils. Thais, even skinny ones, have higher rates of heart disease due to palm oil, coconut products and transfats in use. I suggest asking for steamed veggies and tofu, noodles, clear or ricey soups. When eating from a cheap restaurant, I always got disposable plates/silverware by asking for my food to go. Hepatitis and TB are serious, real concerns. Make sure you complete all vaccinations for Hepatitis A and B before you go. Lastly, eat hot foods piping hot. If they feel lukewarm but stall was busy, heat in microwave until steaming. I usually cooked at home or ate in small malls at the same shop where they cooked in front of me. At home you can use a vinegar soak or a bleach water soak on your fruits, veg. A Turkish friend used salt water soak. Use well boiled (cooled to room temperature) or bottled water for disinfecting fruits/veg. Do not eat raw lettuce! Only eat fruit you can peel unless you disinfected it. Worms and parasites are issues in developing countries. If you avoid animal products, which have muscle worms, then vegetable worms only infect your gut and not so problematic. I lived in Tanzania, Thailand, and India with no problems. If you must eat meat/fish, make sure it is cooked well done. Avoid raw fish, oysters. I'm sure there will be people posting they eat street, raw seafood, etc. no problem but best to be safe because medical problems are expensive and can ruin your fun. There is a huge difference between being a visitor and a long term expat so guard your health and eat healthy.

[@floydventures]

Thanks to you I made the leap and found a nice place in Wongamat. Move in today!!!

[@kevinreist7718]

Absolutely Beautiful views. Great video! Numbeo rates Thailand in the top 10 for medical, at #8. US rates around #30. So. you're making me reconsider Panama. I saw several signs in English, how common is it spoken?

[@web3wizard381]

I live in Turkey so im not unfamiliar to sea and views but wow, thats something else, cant wait to visit one day

[@bobjohnson7441]

Always appreciate your vids.

[@TomBTerrific]

Don’t you jump around. I really like Jomtien beach area. It’s day and night from Pattaya which I was not a big fan of. My wife is Filipino but loves Thailand. Flights are so cheap to Thailand from the Philippines.

[@jamesghannan]

I spent s month at the Rivera jomtien I said hello to you in pattaya love the video and pricing is getting a little higher but not much. I spent 2000 a month in vacation mode and was out almost every night

[@VagabondAwake]

Nice to meet you James!

[@58de1uxe]

Just spent 3 weeks in Jomtien. Beach Road @ Soi 10-13 stretch. Paradise.

[@driftingintoretirement]

Great video Dan

[@ftkinsella]

Wow now that is how to live. You have it made my friend. Cheers 😙🥂😘

[@Streetstories_]

Happiness is priceless. Nice place.

[@billblunden1549]

Awesome video, huge content, by Awesome people.

[@Exploring_Adventures]

This is my plan! Thanks for sharing 😁

[@christopherkawecki8544]

Btw when i lived there ive spend half of what its quoted here.i cooked breaky and dinner at the condo.really went to the bar or club.never paid 4 girls.except clothes on the market food and phone bills. If u like bar girls your cost will quadruple.

[@NeonGenesis808]

New subscriber, like the positive energy here :D

[@VagabondAwake]

Welcome aboard! Yes, that is my game. I am not a big fan of the energy where people talk about how life sucks. Big turn off for me.

[@NeonGenesis808]

@@VagabondAwake As you've demonstrated people can often choose to change their environment and take pleasure from the differences in another culture. Appreciated 👍

[@Shakespielberg]

Amazing Video! I'm sold on this place now. I hope you get to keep that conch shell as a momento .. but if you don't have the space to carry it around on your travels, maybe give it to some local (or foreigner) who demonstrates they would really appreciate it. Lord of the Flies, "I have the conch!"

[@francismartin2427]

Disco Dan "King of the Hustle"😆

[@yuanshuan7099]

I am now in puedo Vallarta for this winter. Will go to Pattaya next winter

[@siriluck.sarampakul7401]

มีที่พัก สำหรับ ราคา.15,000-,-18,000,, 20,000/ month..ที่คุณอาจจะหาได้.. , และหัวหิน ก็ดีนะ

[@VagabondAwake]

I prefer Jomtien over Hua Hin though. :-)

[@josephputnam7586]

Just absolutely stunning.

[@gxtong1]

Great video thanks. Could you put google map at the beginning to show the location?

[@HypocriticYT]

When away we tend to eat out a lot and it tastes better when someone else makes it 😊

[@dirtyharry8629]

I love this visual spot right now tell me the notes below where I can find this place? please thank you!!!

[@VagabondAwake]

Hello Daryl Hanlin, All of our videos have a webpage that has the information discussed in that video so you don't have to take notes. The link to that web page for this video is the first link in the description below this video. In case you don't know how to find the link, here is a KZbin video teaching how: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmXFgWeumZx9atU Most of our videos have multiple links to important information that will help you save time and money. It is our way of thanking you for watching our videos. So, ... thank you, Dan

[@dirtyharry8629]

@@VagabondAwake Thank you very much!

[@schhmx638]

Great vlog Dan I'm out there in January

[@kosamui]

Don’t forget to add Medical insurance. 👍 must have.

[@allanwatts8361]

Youre the best Dan...fuxking love all your content...youve been so helpful and i owe u a lot...youre so AWESOMEEEEE

[@VagabondAwake]

Happy to help!

[@bijanbayne3259]

Thx. My Soc. Sec. check isn't much more than that B4 the 2023 cost of living increase comes, and I make a little more per month writing & editing fr. a laptop. Jomtien, Hua Hin & Phuket are where I plan to look f/ 1 BR's in March.

[@happycook6737]

If money is an issue, consider cheaper areas away from beach or in cheaper parts of Thailand. Beach scene gets old quick unless you like that sort of stuff on an ongoing basis. I'd rather save that cash and go to the beach occasionally.

[@darrellmarthaller9377]

Great video. Thanks for the share👍🏻

[@BigDaddy4Real]

You really do great videos!

[@VagabondAwake]

I try