Where he retired on $400 per month

[@NahBra_EUC]

He seems like a good guy. Glad to see him finding a peaceful life in a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing his story Dan!

[@100mph]

He has cracked life, he genuinely sounds very happy well done my man, keep living your best life 👊

[@peaceonearth1971]

crack? u say

[@UAESRILANKANLIFE]

​@@peaceonearth1971keep respect he is a really good man

[@thebodykeepsthescore2828]

@UAESRILANKANLIFE It's a joke. Relax, don't take life to serious

[@bigsi4157]

I Stayed in Sri Lanka for 6 months last year. I can confirm the prices are accurate. Frendliest people I ever met. I don't drink either so that saves a lot.

[@mehmetcengiz3583]

isnt sri lanka dangerous maybe ı am mixing it up by some other country

[@asfg2108]

Hi there, Is it safe to live there? Do they have a good health system? Like good hospitals. I mean quality. Thx

[@peteroffpist1621]

I was there way back in the 80s and it was almost impossible to spend a lot of money. But humidity and heat is a bit demanding long term.

[@theoldbackpacker6703]

​@@mehmetcengiz3583very safe. I have started a KZbin channel to share my experiences.

[@theoldbackpacker6703]

​@@asfg2108I have checked out the hospitals and they seemed good. I have heard they give foreigners priority because they can charge them more. Of course it is a fraction of western costs.

[@Cybertruck1000]

That is one man that is well adjusted, appreciates the best things in life by instinct and common sense. He's not brainwashed by our system in the west. I envy and applaud him. I should jump out of my comfort zone (not very comfortable as it happens) and explore more.

[@babyreps365]

Live a minimalist life in the west save every penny. Retire early abroad and you will be adjusted to the lifestyle already. I can't wait to get outta here (Canada)

[@Cybertruck1000]

@@babyreps365 Just send Trudeau on a one way ticket to Siberia and his woke cronies. Things will instantly look rosy for you.

[@SlackHoffman]

Just do it 🤘🙏🐾you’ll change your life forever 😎

[@johncaldwell9842]

Hmmmm, I was thinking of exploring Canada, but now...@@babyreps365

[@Jason1King1]

We just sold everything now bought a sailboat. We know very little about sailing. Let's goooooooo

[@roundstone2020]

This man is a genius, you will not be able to change my mind.

[@octitawhythisnameistaken]

And he's 70. Thought he's in late 50's~.

[@WilliamFluery]

I applaud Kim’s approach to food. I had a 30 year career in the Food & Beverage business and I was an expert in Food Safety. Every time I am watching vlogs, I can’t believe more people don’t die from food borne illness because of what I see. I too would cook all my meals at home.

[@CassieDavis613]

A PH KZbinr got Guillain Barre from contaminated chicken.

[@lexheath8276]

I worked Z...bys for awhile. I'll never eat there again. Marie & I cook chef quality each day and we know our sanitary standards. 12:39

[@WilliamFluery]

@@lexheath8276 I worked for Chick-…-A. I know for a fact and experience from visiting hundreds of restaurants the highest emphasis is put on Food Safety.

[@zabelicious]

Hence why many take cheap anti parasite meds in these countries which are widely available. Normally.

[@James-cr5qx]

I lot of things food related are a bit of a myth. Food poisoning is difficult to get. I got sick when I first went to Asia but it was just my body not used to the bacteria. After that my immune system was much stronger and I ate mostly street food. It sustains billions of people around the globe. We westerners tend to be scared of life

[@jenjen59]

Greetings from Sydney...we lived in Sri Lanka 25 years ago ..travelled all over (except of course Jaffna was off limits )...the place that really want to see is Trinco...will be back soon. Enjoy SL...people are so warm and friendly with their smiles!

[@Ulbre]

Absolutely love that bit about local stores and big stores having to sell at the same price. This is so great for local businesses. Any of us around 55 or more probably fondly remember our mothers sending us down to the local corner store for a loaf of bread or some milk. Most of those local mama & papa stores are now gone in our countries. Good onya Sri Lanka for thinking up a way to keep it going and thus keep local businesses and supply chains going. I think we'd all use the local if we knew the price was the same :)

[@dannycbe949]

India , by aw has MRP printed on every product. You can't sell higher than Maximum Retail Price!!

[@leefonda6203]

@@dannycbe949 MRP system in India is a complete scam, just like everything else in that county.

[@Jkl62200]

Love Srilanka. I have been there a few times some years ago and find it much nicer on almost all levels than India next door

[@john-fr5yd]

I don't think indians ever gave you invitation

[@letssee5213]

India has better food though. Sri Lankan food is pretty tedious

[@sellapperumagesunanda773]

😢india very derty some areas no even toilet. People are verypoor .also beautiful area & girls

[@robertosborne7542]

Lot less people helps-biggest city is Colombo ,hardly a metropolis.

[@john-fr5yd]

Alaaaaà hai dala

[@AccordingtoWarren]

He's the perfect example of how wealth does not equate happiness. Happiness is a choice, period.

[@sanja12]

@@UmdogTR YES, your mindset is the key! read a book of Victor Frankl and how he survived Auschwitz in 1944. The things that helped Frankl survive were: Imagining conversing with his wife (who he didn't know if she was alive) whilst doing backbreaking work and being bullied by guards. To see things in a humorous light even if only for a few seconds.

[@AccordingtoWarren]

@@UmdogTR You don't get to choose your environment (concentration camp), but you get to choose your attitude, and response. I recommend reading "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl, it actually is written by the man who experienced concentration camp.

[@allananderson949]

He is wealthy where he is though

[@louisazraels7072]

he IS wealthy on a global scale, he is leveraging the privilege of his birth. Basically you work a well paid blue collar job in Australia like mining for 5-7 years living frugally and saving, save up maybe 250K USD, build an extremely safe and diversified investment portfolio paying out 5% a year, withdraw only 2% and you get to live like him basically exploiting the abject poverty of Sri lanka paying next to nothing for basic goods and services until you die. Meanwhile someone in Sri lanka with a similar blue collar job for 40 years will live in poverty for their entire life

[@allananderson949]

@@louisazraels7072 He's 70. He'll be living on a pension

[@teaboxexpress7855]

Awesome Aussie bloke, living the great life in Sri Lanka, I need to visit soon.

[@malcolmnicoll1165]

Wow. I now have a new fascination with Sri Lanka. Thanks Kim and Dan for this great interview.

[@Shannon-u8v]

Enjoyed it! He's a survivor living a dream!! Even though the money is important!! The life style is the most important!!❤

[@marknewton6984]

One can't put a price on lifestyle. Eden's Island...

[@gilmer3718]

I keep telling everyone at work, I'm probably going to retire early and go overseas and they just laugh, and laugh, and laugh because they think I'm joking. But, I'm not. The guy who sits next to me is in somewhat similar circumstances. He lost a lot of jobs due to financial recessions and so he has only been at this job about 7 years and he says "I will probably have to work until I die." and I say to hell with that! I have been there 6 years and get vested in the pension at 10. I won't have a lot of years, but I'll get about $1100 per month. Add to that SS, if we still get it, which I hope we do, and I'll be golden in someplace like Sri Lanka or the Philippines. And I'll enjoy the water and the sunsets and maybe have a few beers, but I don't drink anywhere near like I did when young, so I'll keep it under control.

[@windit5877]

Never been to sri lanka but i am in the philippines since 9 years now. Philippines isnt super cheap but with $1000-1200 you can manage Greetings from Boracay.

[@formica.]

Moving overseas sounds crazy to people who are rooted and comfortable in their house and town with family and friends around. Maybe they are normal. People like you are the black sheep, who for reasons of adventure or survival are willing to consider all their options and make a right turn in their life path. It is not for everyone, and you may find it doesn't suit you, so don't burn the bridges, and have a plan b for life back home. Dan covers a lot of the points you need to plan for in his site.

[@kathyhirsch379]

I am thinking about the same.. I am a bit older than you I don't want to suffer animore . I don't want to go without so I can pay for my gass if we going to have any for the winters. I am going in 2 weeks time DONT THINK JUST GO AND TRY I THINK WE ARE GOING TO BE SOOO SUPRISED Here is Australia ewriting going down like in England it's going to be a third world country lots of migrants lots of homeless

[@taterkaze9428]

If you want to keep your SS vote BLUE!

[@petersomers7846]

Same as me 67 in oz but , lived Sri Lanka before the civil war. Things change but lovely people when not trying to kill each other ,peace hopping.?

[@jonyc5563]

I am retiring early at 53. All i have is my rentals which gives a about $850 a week, i own everything outright. I am in NJ which is very expensive to live. I am moving to Indiana PA. You can easily get a 3 bedroom apartment for $650 a month and a one bedroom for $450. PA is very affordable. Everyone thinks i am crazy for quitting a $45 dollar hour job but freedom and peace of mind is my priority. It does not have to be over seas. America still have places where its possible to retire.

[@VagabondAwake]

Some people are curious about the world. Adventure. New chapters.

[@jonyc5563]

@@VagabondAwake You are correct. Life is way too short and adventure is needed

[@mattosborne1233]

What do you mean by PA? I live in Indiana & am ready to move to FL. IN is a dump.

[@jonyc5563]

@@mattosborne1233 Lol. I am considering moving to Indiana. Why do you say it's a dump? I think it's a beautiful little town. If you want luxury and want to see Ferraris and Lamborghinis in the streets then Indiana is not for you. Florida is like a few miles from Haiti and they are coming in by the bunches. Home insurance has skyrocketed. I thought everyone was leaving Florida?

[@tinamama6954]

​@@jonyc5563😅hot mess..coming in Florida in droves! 😂😂❤

[@ElizabethWelshCousins]

I think my head turned all the way around two or three times on my neck when I saw this one!! WOW!! WOW!! WOW!! Thank you for sharing Dan, Qiang, and Kim! A BIG "CONGRATULATIONS:" on your amazing accomplishment!!🎉🎉

[@VagabondAwake]

You are so welcome!

[@ourv9603]

Yeah, I love those ads which say 'Can you retire on $1M'? You can retire on quite a bit less, the trick is to manage your resources. We realized our SSi check would not cover our $2K monthly mortgage payment but lucky us, we lived in a hot RE market. We remodeled & sold it for a killing. Paid off the mortgage with enough left over to buy an acre and a half in a quiet rural coastal town in the California redwoods. We paid cash & retired without debt. !

[@raku5219]

Thank you! More from Sri Lanka and India please! : )

[@VagabondAwake]

Stay tuned!

[@zayneunderwood1488]

​@@VagabondAwakenice✅

[@pathkris2984]

@@VagabondAwake Fly a little north to Chennai and you will find people living on USD 300 somewhere :) If there is a will, there is a way to spend less.

[@leefonda6203]

@@pathkris2984 You mean filthy beaches and filthy people? No thanks.

[@reyaz8531]

Dan, this is one of your best interviews ever kid had great insights and I hope to see more of your adventures in Sri Lanka with Qiang! Keep up the great work

[@user-bg9em7ch6k]

What a lovely interview, including the mention of Sri Lanka’s safety for women, as well as the gentle reminder about respectful conduct by visitors.🙏

[@CassieDavis613]

Love your guest: helpful, knowledgeable, well-organized thoughts and presentation.

[@VagabondAwake]

Very intelligent

[@samc8183]

This man is a genius. Many have said it but it can’t be said enough. Well done Sir. You are an example for us all.

[@bilw1960]

Well done on the budget Kim ! You've obviously achieved a mindset where you see the value in things that are good for you, but cost little, like cycling, hiking, shopping local markets, eating healthy. People struggling on the age pension back in Australia ( 3x what you spend) would be amazed.

[@TheBlueskyson]

Billy. He would be saving a good chunk of money per month too i bet.

[@kathyhirsch379]

True if you rent you are suffering or you going homles in Melbourne

[@MRBIGSLICK66]

Sri Lanka, who knew? Can’t wait for your cost-of-living breakdown on this one. Safe travels.

[@mccannger]

Super interesting discussion on cost of living! Many thanks. The more I hear on the costs, the more confidence I am getting to make my dream happen some time soon ... that and the really great travel reports and other info on Dan's website.

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gabrielta1]

Do it or not, not think, that’s the way, if you think allways about money and money you newer change, it’s cheaper so move!

[@dlwilliamson5644]

WOW! I am so impressed that you addressed respectful clothing. Thank you for not editing it out.

[@Vermillion-B]

Well done on 1000, you've shared a lot of happiness. This guy is pretty sharp for 70 wow. Good for him.

[@tradeladder146]

70s not old , 😮

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

Eating Fresh Organic Foods. Not Garbage Foods From China To USA

[@stevenhull5025]

Living in the UK my monthly council tax, water rates, gas, electricity, internet, buildings insurance, car insurance and car tax far exceeds 400 dollars a month. I have not even included mortgage costs or the food bill. As I am not rolling in money Sri Lanka could very well be on my place to visit list. In fact, I was planning to retire in either Thailand or the Philippines. Sri Lanka never even crossed my mind. Further investigation is warranted. Thanks for the video.

[@thebesttheworst2277]

UK is done, the amount of guys I know from 25 to 55 planning to live abroad is frightening.

[@sellapperumagesunanda773]

your best plce will be sri lanka for rest of ur life paradise island well come to sri lanka

[@TheSilvercue]

The average wage in Sri Lanka is £400 a month.

[@c.a.mcneil7599]

Really you comparing something that you understand to something you know nothing about. Wake up buko.

[@robertosborne7542]

I was in SL last year,9th time there and definetely the last.There are huge problems there at the moment-do some research into the eco./pol.situation if you are thinking of relicating,absokutely essential. I wasnt that far from Galle-Hikkaduwa-and wouldnt recommend it,all the rests.were aimed at

[@michaellawver1088]

I live in the Philippines, and my budget is US $1400/month for 5 people. I have $400/month in reserve. We live upper middle class in the province we live in. We are quite happy. We live 5 minutes from a small beach and 20 minutes from a much nicer beach.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi @michaellawver1088, 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

[@jonyc5563]

@@VagabondAwake Hello Michael. Your area sounds like a fantasy. Where are you located?

[@timtarr9364]

Definitely sounds like a fantasy five people $1400 a month budget really!!! I live here my budget 2500 a month with three people and we're not extravagant just normal means

[@michaellawver1088]

@timtarr9364 What province do you live in? We live in Maripipi. Our home is small but full of love and we do not spend money a lot of junk. But, we celebrate fiestas and we help those that help us.

[@Tomh821]

@@michaellawver1088 Definetly want to get out to Marippie. We have a house in Cawayan paid for, yes if just staying home and local food at the wet market etc maybe $1,400 a month but if one wants to travel around the and do fun things, I budget a $100 a day, including the rental car if needed. Fly to Manila, etc.

[@theoldbackpacker6703]

Hi, everyone. This is Kim from the interview. Love your comments....good and bad. Keep them coming. Plus all your concerns and questions. When I get settled in Cambodia I will catch up with a cost of living and quality of life video. We may even make a video to answer your questions from Sri Lanka. Keep watching Dan's videos for further info. Also, thanks for your concern about health insurance which I don't have but have a Warren Buffett advised back up plan. Keep the questions coming. It's an amazing lifestyle. I wake up excited to be alive every day.

[@jshepard152]

Really enjoyed your video. I'm curious....do you have any sort of backup plan back home? Health insurance, a home that you own, etc?

[@reoun1654]

Nice interview Kim where you from in Australia I'm in Cairns lived in Vietnam for 10years also did many many trips to Cambodia🤙🤙🤙

[@whendoigettosayfuck]

Where should I look online for finding a place to live there? If I want to live there permanently should I sell my house in America and buy there? Or should I just rent? I want a place on the beach too

[@david8283]

great insights, thanks kim and greetings from germany

[@theoldbackpacker6703]

​@@reoun1654hi mate. I'm from Holloway's beach. Small world. I came to Sri Lanka to save some dough and move on but I have fallen in love with living here. They love Aussies. Shane Warne came here after the tsunami to help. Left a huge legacy. It's very Australian 50 years ago. Aussies will adapt to life here easily.

[@lailaatallah1857]

Congratulations, you two!! You rock! 🎉❤😊

[@1dancier]

Great vid, Tim reminds me of a guy I once cycled with in Oz. Was cycle touring in Sri Lanka just before COVID and loved the place, but was time limited. Will go back for a longer time when I finish work at the end of the year.

[@ishakkyusuf8784]

Bless him, the situation back here in the UK is terrible. (Senior citizens are afraid to on their heating due to the cost of living after working all their life)

[@VagabondAwake]

Sad

[@sweeta17]

sadly this has been happening since years but since 08 already never mind the even bigger high cost of living since the last few years it affects many more different ages .

[@ishakkyusuf8784]

@@sweeta17 Fully agree with you. But i worry about the seniors who worked all their life. They should also contemplate moving to warmer poor countries & enjoy the last part of their lives. (Hope that makes sense)

[@PollyDollyBabe]

Home and Holliday combined. Nice. Western not Montecarlo 😆 and seriously mostly hot shots live there that rort their own country people. Then escape. I probably go to a couple different countries per year live really happy and if you love a place well stay longer. Life is very short start thinking about yourself. Western living is dollar to dollar not like the 70s. Complete nightmare. Cost of living there and the quality of people there is na. Not like before was beautiful so clean nice manners the best ever Now a dump! Seriously. How sad.

[@davidr7819]

@@ishakkyusuf8784 ok….but God forbid the people from warmer countries should come here, after we pillaged and extracted wealth for centuries, merely wishing to do an honest job and pay tax

[@thecowegg]

At old age if you got medical expenses figure out, all you need is just simple food and a roof on top of your head. Nothing more then that. This guy is living his dream life 👍

[@cjfetters]

Health is wealth!

[@bobgillis1137]

In retrospect, its amazing how much money I spent to stay employed. And I have ditched cellphones. My other needs have greatly diminished as well, and I don't feel like travelling anymore. I drink only occasionally, but dine out regularly. My only regrets are not having retired sooner.

[@beegee8418]

@@bobgillis1137 if you don’t mind me asking, where did you decide to retire?

[@bobgillis1137]

@@beegee8418 I divide my time between Canada and New Zealand. Yourself ?

[@carlric]

@@bobgillis1137 I don't know NZ but Canada is a very expensive country to retire... I've paid $400 just in hydro last month...

[@christinecoghill2679]

Wonderful country. Im going back. I felt safe and like the people. Im 80 widow who lives in Australia but want to go away for winter here. So this video has been very informative as i was there in 2022. Thanks a lot.

[@cadlac1533]

Please be careful where ever you choose & spend your time and funds wisely, sir. Stay happy , stay healthy and stay wealthy.

[@alanbarnes3569]

Great video thanks Dan. The camera you are using gives lovely clear images with perfect clarity. Those beach scenes were unbelievable, almost 3-D. Well done on reaching 1000 videos 😊

[@opsecclassified6469]

Dan your such a great guy. I love watching your videos and it really is preparing me and providing the best hands down value of places to target! Thank you my friend.

[@VagabondAwake]

Happy to help. :-)

[@YourDailyVideoNews]

Excellent interview. I have added Sri Lanka to my Go-To list now. 🙏❤️👍

[@davidr7819]

Can’t recommend it highly enough

[@Shadowfaax]

What a great interview. Informative and covered all the bases. Thanks to your guest for sharing some of his life with us 😊

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@scubajunkie6591]

Awesome interview , and great to see a fellow Aussie living his best life ! His 70 …. Gosh he looks about 10 years younger at least ! You have a great interview style . Thankyou very much for sharing ! 🙏👌😊

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it. I try to keep my thoughts out of it so you can see theirs more clearly.

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

I'm an retired expat living well with a family of 3 in Naga, Philippines for about $850/month (basic expenses). It even includes visa and some med requirements. 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, AC and mostly home cooked meals. I think perhaps many countries you can do the same (i.e., $400-$600) as long as you're not paying the expenses of a lot of other people, and/or a high maintenance partner. I try to wrap my head around why some single guys say they need at least $2K-$3K to barely survive. They talk about 'lifestyle,' but leave out what that 'lifestyle' is. Anyway, great video!

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi @user-zu5tv7zt6v, 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

[@tyionallen6357]

I’ll be joining, Philippines bound 😎

[@nomadjim]

Awesome video! I was just in Sri Lanka last month and fell in love with the place. And I didn't even get a chance to go to the south and the beach areas where this gentleman lives. Definitely will go to the south on my next visit...and I most certainly will be going back! Sri Lanka is a special place that often gets overlooked. Thank you for sharing it with your viewers!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@timisaac8121]

Wouldn't you know it? A Tim. These "Tims" - They are always solid. He made me laugh with his stories. Also, he cooks fish for his brother. How cool is that? Very interesting to know about the prices being the same!! And for the ladies: Beach Boys!!! ( Please add Gambia to list of Beach Boy opportunity) Great Vid!! Please get him back when he is settled at Cambodia. Thanks both of you and production [lady]!!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

Very relaxed but extremly well informed, right to the point facts. No sugar coating, no gossipy "beach boy" stories - this man is intelligent, kind, and has the abiiity to communicate in an captivating way. A pleasure to listen to him. Thank you .

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TheBlueskyson]

Beaches and vibe looks quite peaceful. Yes, gotta watch that dental floss beach attire...Great insights. ty 4 vid

[@KRIS60]

Amazing man, smart and genuine. Hats off!

[@jimkennedy7580]

Watching this program on KZbin. I'm going to get a passport and go to Sri Lanka for a couple of weeks. I like what I hear and see... 💯

[@VagabondAwake]

Not many people would be able to live this cheaply. He has some very good habits most of don't have. The fact that one person can live on a certain amount does not mean that another person can live on that amount. The only way to know what your expenses would be is to go there and pick where you are going to live, eat, drink, and entertain yourself and add it all up. You must do an exploratory visit with your feet on the ground before you will know your cost of living. Thanks for watching and commenting on the video. Dan

[@Extinction.of.Innocense]

I purchase my cinnamon and various other spices from Druera (Sri Lanka). I will be looking at your online "courses"... Ready to get out of the States, enuff is enuff!

[@tyionallen6357]

He’s got that life down packed and he looks super happy and healthy

[@changnoiboi]

Dude looks amazing for 70. Great video Dan!!!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks 👍

[@vikipsomas4731]

I can’t believe it, he looks like he is in his 50’s

[@eddieBoxer]

And he has a 22 year old Sri Lankan girlfriend.

[@changnoiboi]

@@eddieBoxer confirmed? Or you just a douche?

[@vikipsomas4731]

@@eddieBoxer Age gaps are okay to a certain degree but that’s sick, that could be his granddaughter

[@mauibuilder1239]

Yellowfin tuna for $1.51/pound, $20/mo for electricity...amazing.

[@BoominGame]

Feels like packing a suitcase I don't mind staying outside in his veranda on a bench.

[@albollinger5431]

@mauubuilder...$1.50 lb yellow fin tuna.. 🙄less than half ofOanana price or Cali Colombia price.. And there's great waves in Sri Lanka.. But the language factor?

[@X_Marks-u7r]

@@albollinger5431 lots speak English

[@Dublin10]

Such an interesting guy.just wish him the best of Irish luck🍀

[@hiranthanandasena7300]

Congrats on your 1,000th video and so glad to see you in my home country Sri Lanka. You can get even 100,000 subs when in Sri Lanka and quite a bit of them could be expats like me. I lived in Canada for 23 years and moving back to Sri Lanka in May. So nice there. Enjoy! :)

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you so much 😀

[@hiranthanandasena7300]

@@VagabondAwake forgot to mention just one more thing, I think right now is one of the hottest month month or two of the year and this year it's even hotter than normal. I visited last year January and it was very nice. It should get cooler from May onwards.

[@malteia]

What a interesting conversation. You made me feel I was there speaking to you. Well done.

[@meatslide]

After the military I struggled financially and emotionally for many years. On a whim I left everything and began traveling. I had to go where my meager va pension could support me. I lived in southern Mexico for 3 years and now in the Philippines for the past year. I'm happier and my finances are outstanding. I even managed to have several spine surgeries I couldn't afford in the USA. You can live very comfortably for $1,000 usd a month or less. Eat out nearly everyday, movies, drinks, etc.... It's different living outside my homeland but it's a great life if you have an open mind.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi @meatslide, 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

[@meatslide]

​@@VagabondAwakeI sent you a message Dan. I look forward to hearing from you.

[@tancreddehauteville764]

$400 a month in Sri Lanka is equivalent to $4,000 a month in the USA. He can survive quite easily.

[@letssee5213]

No it isn't. Have you even been to Sri Lanka? The guy is living on the breadline like a local.

[@clairechloe5294]

@@letssee5213 - Yes, you are correct. Sri Lanka can be quite expensive even for a local.

[@prestonflatt]

Glad things are looking up for him.

[@aarongarcia1101]

Great job finding your place and making it happen! We are right behind you!

[@hughjass1044]

Interesting! First time I heard anyone speak in detail about Sri Lanka.

[@PenelopePitstop0078]

I’ve become interested in Sri Lanka recently. I’m going to visit to check it out. Since I last caught up with VA, I’ve been to Guatemala and B.C. Canada, both for 2 weeks. I do love Guatemala❣️

[@johnerd]

What an enlightened cat! And congratulations on 1000 video anniversary!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you so much!

[@Evergreensands]

This randomly popped into my suggested videos....Good to see you're all happy living your best lives and eating well. Plenty of older people where I am are just 'existing', even on good money and not living. Keep up the good work...not drinking or smoking is impressive too!

[@LahrySibley]

Great video. Thank you. Congrats on your 1000th video. What an accomplishment. Wow. Well done. If there was an "emmy" for KZbin, I'd nominate you and Quiang. All the best my friend.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Lahry!

[@agaragar21]

Wow!...that was extremely informative..i feel like I've lived there for a year and know everything about the place !

[@honestbajan6877]

Barbados is a great place to retire too! It's not the cheapest, but you can get a nice property for US$200,000 or rent for US$550 per month. Food is a bit pricey, but healthcare is free. Vegetables and produce are cheap. All beaches have free public access. It's sunny all year round.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi @honestbajan6877, 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

[@jshepard152]

Congrats on 1000 videos, Dan. Have you considered doing a retirement report on Chile? Chile ticks off a lot of boxes for me. Inexpensive cost of living. Lots of outdoor activities. Beautiful and diverse terrain. Urban and rural options. Best of all, Mediterranean climate, not unlike California.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes. We head in that general direction in Oct 2024.

[@jshepard152]

@@VagabondAwake Can't wait to see that.

[@CassieDavis613]

Dan, would it be possible to do a future interview with your guest after he has had time to experience his new home base and surrounding travels?

[@VagabondAwake]

Sounds good

[@davidprice7641]

I enjoyed the interview Thank you Tim Wish you the best I hope I am able to be wise like you Thank you thank you

[@theoldbackpacker6703]

It's not wisdom. I was nervous at first but it was courage I needed. Have not regretted one day.

[@poladelarosa8399]

Outstanding interview. ¡Muchísimas gracias!

[@zayneunderwood1488]

Man congratulations Dan on the thousand videos that is an accomplishment young man...😮🎉 Qiang should be very pleased with your accomplishments.....🙏🏻

[@VagabondAwake]

As much as I am with her's. :-)

[@zayneunderwood1488]

@@VagabondAwake Absolutely❗ I enjoy her channel as well... Hobo ventures... 🙏🏻 ✅💯

[@Chris-dw6cu]

I'm also interested in staying in Siem Reap. The 12 month visa alone makes it one of the best places since having to deal with constant visa runs in most places is the bane of expat life. The apartment you found seems line a great deal..how did you find it? Are there rental websites? Where should I be looking?

[@christinestrider6406]

Truly fascinating! Sri Lanka!

[@Trekopolis]

I'm from America, lived here over a half-century. It sickens me how inflated living here has become. I've worked in corporate America for over four decades. Sure, you accumulate "things", but the quality of life is harmful mentally. It's a jungle of concrete, people, traffic, pollution, noise, and trying to compete with the Johnson's next door to lease the latest 70K SUV. People are constantly persuaded by marketing to buy more stuff and therefor you have to work even harder to keep stuff. It's a pointless, emotionally draining system, one designed to make the 1% more wealthy. Material things are meaningless. The "news" is intended to cause fear, panic, and promote separation. I will not live in America forever. I plan to spend my last days in peace and quiet, far away from materialism mentality.

[@VagabondAwake]

Wise. I prefer experiences over things. And travel is my favorite experience. :-)

[@shahnazpersian330]

Not to mention lack of community and meaningful connections, loneliness, and a chronic sense of despair, as we all spin our wheels

[@robertmeade1892]

Another amazing location Dan. Wow! This man seems to really have it together.

[@VagabondAwake]

I think so too!

[@Lisa-oy9ts]

Great interview. Thank you for addressing single ladies and dating in your video. Appreciate being included!

[@kimbroomhead6003]

Hi. Lisa There are some good looking guys here. Respectful and courteous but very poor. Enjoy your holiday but turn over the page when you leave. Next. Don't allow yourself to be sucked in. Enjoy it for what it is. Fun. Holiday fun.

[@kimbroomhead6003]

Hi. Lisa There are some good looking guys here. Respectful and courteous but very poor. Enjoy your holiday but turn over the page when you leave. Next. Don't allow yourself to be sucked in. Enjoy it for what it is. Fun. Holiday fun.

[@cliffdariff74]

Although they laughed and made lite of the fact about the pregnant Canadian woman. The man decided he didn't like the LIFESTYLE being a father? Not something to giggle about to me.

[@geoffgeoff344]

@@kimbroomhead6003 hi kim,thanks for your reply re the ladies,where to meet etc,i,m mature myself,but wouldnt mind some females around cooking cleaning etc,just social would be fine,if i had the odd urge maybe just do what the locals do.i thought your info was excellent re prices etc,its the fish and veggies that count,or curries.ive had a few sri lankan friends over the years,my family doctor in melbourne fo 16 years,dr foenander,wonderful man and family,neighbours who used do chicken curries for me lovely people,and malcom bulner good boxer and ref,john vanden berg,dr rose toussaint wonderful woman,i thought about going to sri lanks but never made it.i think i would follow your lead ,re living on the water etc,do a deal lifestyle more important to me,i cook ok but pay a local to spoil me now and then,cook clean few times a week.all i need is good inet to hotspot you tube,and i,m right.i was also interested in vietnam,similary.got to lose 30kgs weight first so it 12 18 months away.and its the last hurrah,thanks kim great info and background, good luck to you.

[@mimi1o8]

@@cliffdariff74sad, that some women fall into it. I heard terrible stories from Africa’s beach boys

[@denis4072]

He has cracked the DaVinci code of life. 😁 Congratulations to this man! 👍

[@VagabondAwake]

Well put!

[@jptravels]

Glad to see Dan and Qiang in Srilanka. Welcome ❣️ to both. Please don't forget to explore upcountry where the Ceylon Tea is grown. Nuwareliya is lovingly called Little London by British 😊😊.

[@SlackHoffman]

This guy is awesome and lives a fantastic life ……this is the way to roll 🤘🙏

[@dennisgonya4500]

Such great info for people who have a limited income. This can be a safety net for so many.

[@VagabondAwake]

I hope so.

[@jshepard152]

@@VagabondAwake I work in the US with people on very fixed incomes and they often ask me how they're supposed to live on such a limited budget. I've advised some to watch your channel and explore their options abroad.

[@ubarhd1]

Great interview..what an exciting life story abroad….fantastic 👏🏻👏🏻

[@alexchatigny5369]

This video has me checking out prices in Sri Lanka. I can not believe how inexpensive it is there! I'm seeing a lot of 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths, around 2,000 sqft for $200-$300 a month! WOW!

[@robertosborne7542]

Life isnt just about money,-do you speak the local languages?can you deal with the heat?can you eat local food?are you aware that SL is a very conservative country?how is your health?etc etc

[@ani9603]

This is incredible! I am so happy for him.😊 Congratulations on your 1000 videos! Your videos are not only very helpful but fun as well. Last but not least, Chiang your hair cut looks so cute!!! I L❤VE it!!! 😍😍😍😍

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you so much!

[@colman9635]

Please go. To Kandy and take a look at the golf courses

[@VagabondAwake]

Sounds good. Thanks for the feedback. :-)

[@zayneunderwood1488]

$400 a month blows my mind up..😮🎉

[@VagabondAwake]

Me too. But he is real.

[@zayneunderwood1488]

@@VagabondAwake 🤯

[@zayneunderwood1488]

@@VagabondAwake I've got to watch this video again... So good... 👉🏻💎💎💎

[@kimbroomhead6003]

Hi. Guys. It blows my mind too. And my lifestyle is so much better here. Even the police are super friendly.

[@IvanJohnsonMedia]

Very smart and resourceful guy. Living large on very little income.

[@Roguesta54]

I would like to move back to Cambodia. I lived there for nine years.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

That's a fine Buddhist country. It's actually really a Buddhist country. May be the only one genuinely based on Buddha's philosophy. All other Buddhist countries are a combination of Buddhism and something else. The Mahayana Buddhism of South East Asia is only half Buddhist in its philosophy the other half is influenced by what ever the original religion of each country was. Sri Lanka is pure Buddhism though. No mystic magic stuff or Bodhisattvas or" fat laughing Buddha ". The real Buddha was a skinny guy from Nepal. Sri Lanka is pure genuine Buddhist.

[@HansenFT]

But Thailand and Burma (at least) are mainly Theravada.. Otherwise I agree

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@HansenFT Therevada is a lot closer to real Buddhism because it's about personal enlightenment without the need to enlighten others via Bodhisvatas etcétera.

[@michaelmackey754]

Great video! Thanks!

[@traken8058]

I think $400 per month is about as cheap as it gets. I don't know that I would stay there permanently, but I would like to include it in my wife and I's slow travel.

[@VagabondAwake]

For sure. :-)

[@valtorn865]

In Estonia ,pension :400-700$€ per month 😊

[@Anomalyy666]

Isn't inflation high there?

[@suzannephillips-wooten3103]

@@Anomalyy666 They don't have giant corporations gouging the shit outta them 🤔

[@koogle612]

What a charmed life this gentleman leads. Ever notice how nice truly happy people are?

[@VagabondAwake]

Your perception is accurate and you are wise.

[@ravenlorans]

I Live in Florida. I Receive just Under $1,400 a Month on Disability. Everything I own I OWN. Land, Truck, House/Camper, Motorcycle and a Few other things.. MAIN Bills are as Fallows. $35-80 a month Electric depending on season. $90 a month Internet and Landline Phone $100 Truck and Motorcycle Insurance $50-100 Gas for Truck and Motorcycle. Could just Round everything up and say it's $400, NOT Including Food that is a Combination of Eating In and Out. $500 is Put away a month or Will start to be because I just got done fixing the Bike for $5,000.. Leaving AROUND $500 for the Food and Odds and Ends and then Tags and Taxes at the Start of Each Year... If I need stuff, I eat In more. And eating only Once a Day helps, not including Snacks like Sunflower Seeds and Chips from time to time. Eating Out is between $15-$22 Depending on Day and/or where or use of Coupons at Subway to make that $15-22 Split between 2-3 Days.. And People say I can Not live in the Philippines or even Vietnam on My Budget. Only problem I see is, in Vietnam, You have to keep renewing your Visa every few months and in the Philips, I could Technically become a Citizen and Still receive my Disability Payments but Vietnam is a Way Better Country to live in. Cleaner and Nicer, more Honest People and not as many Power, Internet, Water, Sewage Problems. Could Not care about any kind of Fish, I am a Pork, Chicken or Beef Guy. I get Sick on Fish. I would need Dog Food for my Dog. I would NEED a US VA Clinic to receive my Medical and Would NEED to Trust the Mail Service to Receive my Medications...

[@VagabondAwake]

Sounds like you have life figured out. Congrats.

[@howardhanzawa2614]

I just happened to see this video and have no interest in moving to Sri Lanka or other parts of South Asia. But it was interesting. Kim has a wealth of information, and is a great communicator.

[@skynet000001]

i think the food is more healthy there and natural...makes quality of life go up.

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

Yes. Organic Foods And Fresh Are More Cheaper In Alot Of Foreign Countries Than Can Foods Junk

[@PeteNasia]

I live in Cambodia $100 🇦🇺 a month including electricity $300 🇺🇸 a year visa. No visa run needed.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hard to believe

[@PeteNasia]

@VagabondAwake Google it mate ! Rooms in Front from me are $45 🇺🇸 free if you teach English at at d local school . Iam on Cambodian/ thai border Koh kong town !

[@TomSnyder-j2p]

How can I as an American live in Cambodia long term without a visa or doing monthly visa runs? I used to visit Thailand often and know they are very strict on long term visas and immigration.

[@PeteNasia]

@user-ix7se4lb3s over 50 yo you can retirement visa Called er visa , you never have to leave.

[@robertosborne7542]

​​@@TomSnyder-j2pTry doing some research,its not difficult!

[@petertowneya]

Thanks for posting! Really enjoyed this informative chat.

[@RobCLynch]

The key is to not fall for advertising and spending ALL of our money. At least 10 percent of the money we earn is ours to keep...forever. That money should then be invested and will make money of its own. Or, we can follow the orders that we are being issued with.

[@Globetrotter-jz2uw]

If someone doesn't like the hot temperatura or is afraid of tsunami,I found in Bolivia few american families living on less than $500 a month!All you need is proof of income $400 a month!Internet for 30 days is $36 - 5GB.They had the visa (temporary) valid for two years and it cost each person $360 a year!After that,you can apply for the permanent resident visa!And that sets you back close to $575!The biggest thing is that they live next to the Paraguay River,and are less than 40 min. drive from Brazil or Paraguay! I drove myself into both countries and crossing the border took less than 10 min.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hi @Globetrotter-jz2uw, Would they like to be a guest stars on one of my videos? Here is an example guest star video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4SwkGWgdqhnrJY There interview could be just your voice or we could do a zoom call showing their face. If they would like to be a guest star and share their story please leave a personal message here: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/ Thank you for your comment. Best, Dan

[@Globetrotter-jz2uw]

@@VagabondAwake ...Sorry,I can't help you,on that vacation trip I lost my phone in Punta del Este,Uruguay.

[@zayneunderwood1488]

To my wonderful Aussie brethren... Why is it that I can understand every word this gentleman has spoken, love his accent and then some of my Aussie Brothers, well, man they speak the queen's English but geez Louiz, I can't understand a word they say....❓✅💯😅🎉

[@MrTynanDraper]

He probably has a high level education. The more blue collar an Australian the less you will understand.

[@formica.]

@@MrTynanDraper Also no aussie idioms and made up words

[@geoffgeoff344]

Hi dan,very good interview with the aussie guy on the prices of fish ,food ,acommadation and utilities,buses etc.in sri lanka..you are always very smooth as an interviewer,you are so gbood at gettjng to t

[@MrTraveller.]

Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 is a great place to travel