Why I have to leave Bangkok.

[@jae2249]

Anyone who says you should be in Phuket over BKK because there’s less traffic clearly hasn’t traveled around Phuket at 6pm on a weekday lol

[@itsalexbentley]

@@jae2249 haha

[@nicholascherry5962]

After 3 days in BKK, my eyes are burning from the pollution. The energy is absolutely incredible, but the pollution is life-changing

[@eagwrevbrew43]

Try Hanoi or ho chi Minh or even Chiang Mai

[@itsalexbentley]

@@nicholascherry5962 yeah man

[@tkpctt2001]

Kiriwong Village, located in Lan Saka District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, is known as one of the places with the best air quality in Thailand. The village is nestled in nature, surrounded by mountains and streams, which provide fresh and pure air year-round. Kiriwong is also an eco-tourism destination that attracts visitors who seek to experience a simple way of life and pristine nature. Tourists can enjoy hiking, cycling, or relaxing by the water, as well as tasting fresh fruits directly from the villagers' orchards. A visit to Kiriwong Village offers a chance to breathe some of the purest air and to experience truly beautiful natural surroundings.

[@Mikomido5]

Believe it or not Bangkok air quality was so much worse in the 90s. But the city has a long way to go with fixing the pollution and traffic issue.

[@sean13]

Not only bad air quality (much worse in Chiang Mai !) but there's a serious mold problem too if the condos/ houses aren't built with mold in mind. Mold is the epidemic most people know zero about.....until their health fails..and , even then, people won't suspect it and doctors know almost nothing about it. I love Thailand though. It's easy to make a great air purifier to keep in. your condo and run it on high when. you're out, turn it to low when you're in.

[@jetta98]

I’m here for the comments🍿

[@magicfire1]

March to October : Stay in Bangkok = Good air quality November to February (bad air quality) : Travel and live in some islands / coastal cities = Phuket / Koh Samui / Bali / Da Nang

[@LoveIstheAnswer696]

99% of the time the air quality in Bangkok is shit. Denying it won’t change facts

[@magicfire1]

@@LoveIstheAnswer696 It's pretty fine 6 months of the year. But from November, it's hell.

[@itsalexbentley]

@@magicfire1 good info cheers man

[@willsmith39]

​@@magicfire1It's rarely fine. As I type this is one of those rare times it's very good. But according to IQ air last year Bangkok was ranked 36th worst air pollution in the entire world and if you consider almost the entire top 30 were Chinese, Bangladeshi, Pakistani and Indian cities I've never heard of that's an impressive 🙄 showing by Bangkok. When I lived in Bangkok my doctor there told me breathing the air was equivalent to smoking 10-12 cigarettes a day according to one study and that over a lifetime it would on average knock off about 6 years of life expectancy assuming you lived there the entire time

[@solarkantari5d]

I really felt that air issue the first 3 to 4 days of being there, especially racing through the streets in a Tuk Tuk! I do breathwork so I'm pretty aware of my breath, it was struggling a bit! I soon adjusted a bit and LOVE Bangkok! But the air is a long term issue 💫

[@charinrat1990]

I'm Thai ,I was born and raised in bkk and my home in the center city, totally agree with you , I try to avoid to live in bkk but my work need to live here and another option just live in the district almost out of bkk such as Bang Na , Rang sit ,the place like this help you to relax a little bit seem like 50% in city and 50% in hometown

[@tkpctt2001]

Kiriwong Village, located in Lan Saka District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, is known as one of the places with the best air quality in Thailand. The village is nestled in nature, surrounded by mountains and streams, which provide fresh and pure air year-round. Kiriwong is also an eco-tourism destination that attracts visitors who seek to experience a simple way of life and pristine nature. Tourists can enjoy hiking, cycling, or relaxing by the water, as well as tasting fresh fruits directly from the villagers' orchards. A visit to Kiriwong Village offers a chance to breathe some of the purest air and to experience truly beautiful natural surroundings.

[@freyafoxmusic]

I mean you should see the air quality in Los Angeles . It’s even worse and it’s 100x more expensive

[@willsmith39]

It's definitely not even close to Bangkok in any of the data I could find. I'm not denying LA air is often grim as I've been many times but Bangkok is a whole new level. Last year IQ air ranking saw Thailand inside the top 40 worst countries in the world for air pollution and Bangkok was 36th most polluted city in the world, an impressive achievement as the top 30 are almost exclusively Chinese or Indian cities

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Lol. Nowhere near bangkok level. This isn't the 70s.

[@robbatayaki5505]

I run only in Lumpini. When walking along Sukhumvit, I wear a mask. Not perfect but still better. I live 3x2 months/year in Bkk. I regenerate the rest of the year in a Pacific island. Eat well, zero alcohol, exercise everyday. You are right about air and I can't help thinking about a friend just fathering twins, who will grow in Bangkok ...

[@chrism8773]

Today: Dubai is ranked 22nd worst air quality in the world while BK is 94th, so that guy can’t be that smart or at the least misinformed. Of course, seasonalities and conditions shift but… health-wise, beach or by the water areas will always have better quality, but just health can’t factor into overall life requirements and needs.. been to both, and thought Phuket was too slow and boring vibes and didn’t think cost of living value was there compared to BK overall. Mental health / peace: that’s on the individual’s own state rather than location.

[@haraldvondoom3314]

Don't drive a motorbike or get in fight with bargirls in Thailand if you are worried about your longevity. 😂

[@John-zp6lu]

Im in Pattaya now. I'll be heading for Bangkok October 1 and then Phuket November 1. Thanks for the info on the air quality

[@heytherekiki8759]

Have you ever been to HuaHin ?! I think that’s where I want to settle next year

[@megaworldasia360]

For some good exercise in nature, try the 2 km jungle track, which runs up side of Monkey Hill. Where is Monkey Hill? It's just north of Phuket Town. It's the hill with the 3 TV towers at the top. You can see it from a few km away. Safe travels, Mega.

[@Luxor2020]

Ive lived in bkk for 3 years learned the lanuage go to the gym own a shop i guess bkk isnt for everyone try livin in nyc america then tell me about the bad things of bkk 🙄🙄 sorry this is home for me im happy here and of course youre talking about the city and night life bkk is a party and vaca for you bro sorry

[@magicfire1]

Definitely need an air filter at home, xiaomi have good ones.

[@tombkk1322]

7 years in Bangkok and thinking the same thing. Love the city but long term health issues is such a bad thing.

[@teetylang6197]

How about Chiang Mai for some terms? It’s pretty too.

[@robbatayaki5505]

During agriculture burning season (coming from Thailand or China ?), Chiangmai is the worst polluted city in the world after Delhi

[@jae2249]

But I 100% agree. Living in Asia in general you’re gonna be exposed to way more pollutants than western countries. Not just from cars but from all kinds of other chemicals organic materials that emit toxic smells. Bangkok no matter how people dress it up is a Developing place. Thailand generally is an underdeveloped to developing country. Having a few fancy hotels and hospitals does not mean that the whole country is developed. I love Thailand but both foreigners and locals here are savagely aggressive to the environment which ultimately leads to poor health for its inhabitants. Pick your poison. In the west you have an abundance of what you want to the point where obesity and disease of excess is the biggest killers, here in Asia there is a distinct noticeable condition that comes from a lack. Lack of good sanitation, lack of food choices (without huge import costs) lack of air quality etc etc. Pick your poison.

[@สุมาลีอัครสาธิต]

Thailand be developing medium upper class country.

[@jae2249]

@@สุมาลีอัครสาธิต Sounds like someone doesn’t really know Thailand. I’ve lived hear for much of my adult life. I speak fluent Thai. I have been to every single province of Thailand. Trust me when I say what you have seen of Thailand being an “upper middle class country” is a very small part of Thailand. Josina Machel Hospital In Angola is a Beautiful hospital, it’s one of the best I’ve ever been to. The staff are all well educated and capable doctors. But you wouldn’t say Angola is an upper middle class country. Likewise you shouldn’t take Bumrungrad and think this is a realistic image of Thailand. I regularly see people using a buffalo and plough to farm their land (on commercial farms). This is almost non-existent in “upper middle class countries”. Doesn’t happen. I love Thailand with all my heart. But it is not an upper middle class country. It has pockets of oppressed middle class private facilities.

[@สุมาลีอัครสาธิต]

@@jae2249 Iam Thai, I am not expert in English, I would speak Thai, ที่ฉันบอกว่าไทยเป็นประเทศกำลังพัฒนาระดับสูง WTO เป็นผู้กำหนดระดับของประเทศ ไม่ใช่ฉันคิดเอง พูดเอง คุณไป research หาดูได้ ,ความหมายคือโดยรวมของประเทศ ใช่บางส่วนก็มีคนจนบ้าง้หมือนทุกประเทศในโลกนี้ แต่โดยรวมของทั้งประเทศคนมีการศึกษาขั้นพื้นฐานประมาณ 90%, มีปัจจัยขั้นพื้นฐานค่อนข้างดี มีสาธารณูปโภค ถนน ไฟฟ้า น้ำ เข้าถึง แม้แต่บนป่า บนดอยที่ห่างไกล, ผู้คนอดหยากแบบไม่มีข้าวกินน้อยมาก ใช่ที่คุณเห็นต่างจังหวัด ชาวไร่ ชาวนา ยังเลี้ยงควายไม่ถือเป็นเรื่องแปลก เป็นเรื่องปรกติในไทย,7 ใน 10 คน มี truck, bike ส่วนใหญ่มีที่ดินเป็นของตนเอง และเราไม่ได้บอกว่าเป็นประเทศพัฒนาแล้ว แต่ก็ไม่ได้ยอมรับว่าเป็นประเทศด้อยพัฒนา อย่างจีน อินเดีย ก็ถือว่าเป็นประเทศกำลังพัฒนา แม้แต่จีนซึ่งปัจจุบันมีเทคโนๆที่สูงก็ยังอยู่ในหมวดของประเทศกำลังพัฒนา ถ้าอย่างประเทศลาว เขมร พม่า ถึงจะเรียกว่าด้อยพัฒนา

[@jae2249]

@@สุมาลีอัครสาธิต The WTO can say what it likes. The WTO can look at bumrungrad and Icon Siam and say this is Thailand. I have traveled to every part of Thailand over the last 10 years. I have seen with my own eyes what is real Thailand. What the media says Thailand is and what Thailand actually is, is not the same. I think you and I differ on what “developed/developing means”. Having malls and education does not make something a developed country. The UAE is a developed country. 80% of the UAE or more is developed. With the exception of maybe Ajman and Sharjah which account for such a small part of the UAE as a whole. From Bangkok to Chiang mai there is nothing like Icon Siam or bumrungrad. From Bangkok to Phuket there is nothing like this. Small parts of Bangkok, Samui, Phuket, Chiang mai and Had Yai can be considered developing. Almost every other sq cm of Thailand is a 3rd world country. I’ve seen it with my own eyes. There’s no shame in being a 3rd world country. I love Thailand for what it is. But it is not a developed country and people should not say that it is.

[@jae2249]

@@สุมาลีอัครสาธิต Thailand does have sanitation issue. About 90 of Thailand is what you might call สกปรกมาก!

[@Silom355]

Please leave, dun explain & talk shit . Just leave & dun come back, please .

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Relax. He is just telling the facts about his experience

[@tkpctt2001]

Welcome to rangsit city near bangkok.

[@SweatyFarang]

Stay away from seed oils... You know the street food is loaded with & something even more important & rarely discussed which is definitely an energy sapper... chelate!! > get those metals out of your body > good news is .. like with most everything else iv chelation is relatively affordable in The Kingdom...at least compared to Western standard > Bangkok is very doable if you focus on a detox immunity support rational fasting Lifestyle > sensory deprivation/float tank time also key to a well balanced/ mindful lifestyle > see you have indeed spoken with them 👍 > Bangkok Float is the only place in the Kingdom to my knowledge where you can get quality tank time > near Phra Khanong BTS

[@ATIWatchReviews]

Yes, the traffic and pollution are a joke though. I love BKK, best city in the world, but it needs to sort this out. I'd choose pattaya above it due to being near bkk and better air quality/slightly less traffic.

[@magicfire1]

If only they can sort it out and have the air quality of Singapore, it would be the perfect city.

[@ATIWatchReviews]

@@magicfire1 the traffic is a disaster too. That needs to be sorted

[@magicfire1]

@@ATIWatchReviews Reality is traffic and pollution will never be sorted. Both goes hand in hand + the burning of crops.

[@ATIWatchReviews]

@@magicfire1 if climate change takes court bkk will be under water so it needs to change...

[@prohib8707]

Pattaya a sleezy, seedy, shady..no culture. It's an open air brothel

[@HP84963]

Apropos the topic of the video, your hand gestures stresses me out alot:)

[@peterm13]

BKK is mysterious to amateurs - it was special place 100 years ago. what is mysterious about it. duh!

[@thailandreaction]

Australia...bro...hayfever capital of the world! When wild fires are going on it's worse than bangkok. Also the most boring place in the world.

[@pureconciousnessn]

I'm barber I can say this, that haircut is good on you bro

[@itsalexbentley]

@@pureconciousnessn thanks bro

[@justincruz8352]

This is better than your normal haircut

[@AkshayChalilMeethal]

Man dubai air quality is also way too bad during summers id say almost simmilar to bangkok aqi during the phase of nad air quality times Best option is to travel to thailand dueing offseasons of dubai and trabel back to dubai during the nov to feb Thats what ive been doing and its been alright But long term if you dont need city life you have pattaya and phuket rayong etc Ive also had ghe same issues you had even when working out well and eatingwell Personallt prefer bangkok for its attractions and parks but other placss in thailand is good too Dubai is only enjoyable if you have a high income to spend thailand tends to be more affordable

[@pures1n]

o.O dubai has a terrible AQI value, probably worse than BKK. surprising he went from bad to worse.

[@Lavida-g5t]

Dubai is good for a short holiday and that's it.

[@magicfire1]

Dubai is souless.

[@Mikomido5]

@@magicfire1that’s what I heard about Dubai. It’s an artificial city that lacks deep culture and history.

[@Adam_Adam_Adam_Adam]

I spent 5 weeks working in Dubai. It was a souless SIM city. The most plastic place I've ever been by a country mile.

[@batucave]

u hv to be responsible for yr own. Gabarge in, Garage out. most ppl just want cheap n great lifestyle...

[@keangwooichoo6138]

It is just a typical city. Nothing so special. Obviously people who live there did not check air pollution index.

[@imcharlesincharge]

you sound goofy bro

[@ChrisBird1]

😶 he's a typical modern Human . No Doubt scared of Alcohol and pussy . He will suss it out later .

[@Tommy-t9o]

🥱🥱🥱

[@KenKen-jt6lh]

Go home get a job

[@theent01]

just to let you know, there are a lot of other places in thailand than BKK and Phuket... maybe check out other places as well.