Thank you Dan for another excellent report. Thanks to you I’ve been to all. I’m a slow SEAsian traveler and a finding Vietnam a home base for now. So many wonderful choices in SE Asia. Da Nang, Nha Trang, Da Lat and areas within an hour are my current favorites. Puerto Galera, Baguio are high on my list also. You’ve been a big part of my expatriation resourced and success. This is beyond my imagination just 2 years ago. Thank you 🙏🏼
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Great to hear! Come tell your story when you are ready. It makes it real for more people: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/
@craiglatimer5723Ай бұрын
I have watched many of your videos. Thank you for the great information. After much research, and living in Cambodia for 2 years, I can't imagine there is a better Visa situation than here.There is no paperwork, no government offices to visit nor are there any hoops to jump through. Pay your $300 to any travel agent or many other places and get your 1 year retirement Visa if you are over 55. Renewable every year. I understand the business visa for people working online or teaching here is just as easy to get. No income requirements. And there are the most beautiful people I can imagine here.
@VagabondAwake29 күн бұрын
Hi @craiglatimer5723, Would you like to be a guest start on one of my videos? Here is an example guest star video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7l9kpWbpqmYpmg.html 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 KZfaq channel, you could share that on the interview. Best, Dan
@craiglatimer572329 күн бұрын
@@VagabondAwake Thanks Dan, but I would be way too nervous to talk to thousands of people. But it is really an honor that you took the time to write me back. I feel like I know the both of you.
@wavemastery17863 күн бұрын
@@craiglatimer5723 thank you very much for your comment❤️
@johnerdАй бұрын
Feet on the ground facts and no sales pitch keeps me a lifetime member. Thank you for your hard work.
@roygoad28702 ай бұрын
Boracay is the most expensive island in the Philippines to stay, very few restaurants with quality food! Kampot/Kep Cambodia deserves a mention, has lots to offer!
@VagabondAwake2 ай бұрын
We have been to both Kep and Kampot. :-) Have you seen our Cambodia playlist? www.youtube.com/@VagabondAwake/playlists
@roygoad28702 ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake Yes, also forgot to mention Lombok and the Gili Islands, certainly worth a visit!
@normanflint8757Ай бұрын
Yes rent is higher in Phi.why?- but Boracay is pricey..
@alfaromeo6985Ай бұрын
Filipino foods in general are not rated highly like Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese. It is also generally not very healthy either. It has few veggies and is loaded with grease.
@IaintTheHerbАй бұрын
@@alfaromeo6985the use of seed oils and processed garbage is becoming an epidemic all over asia.
@nicholascherry5962Ай бұрын
you're such a GOAT for sharing this. Just makes me sad I only have 17 days off/year.. Hopefully I can retire by 35 and live in all these places for a few months
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
GOAT. That is a first. lol. Thanks man. I was in your shoes until age 47. Just make sure to beat my date and you will be the new GOAT.
@AiSuperstar2025Ай бұрын
Love this channel & been watching & following Dan & his Mrs make the currently impossible for me look possible 😁
@kevinboehm1615Ай бұрын
Just signed up for the lifetime subscription. I remember the first time I watched one of your videos, it was so inspirational. From that moment on, I’ve been working towards a plan to exit the country and travel. It’s very close to fruition and I have to thank you for showing that it’s possible.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Wow. Thank you. We really appreciate your support. Make sure to watch the Retire Overseas Course to reduce the mistakes and make sure you end up in the right place. Also, remember to do your exploratory visits we teach in the course to make sure you set your budget expectations right. Have a great weekend.
@stephenmichael3395Ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the information. I'm 59 and I'm close to retirement. I love your channel and your wife's channel. Keep up the excellent content!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@sunnyla2835Ай бұрын
Congratulations on 150,000 subscribers! Love your videos, jam-packed with valuable practical information and stunning scenery👍💫 Thank you
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Thanks so much!
@thegoodlifejeremyАй бұрын
Amazing work as always. One of my favorite channels
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@tattoodsamuraiАй бұрын
I just got back from Thailand and Bali, UBUD is amazing, but you forgot one thing about Bali that most westerners are really going to struggle with and that is the traffic. It is INSANE, take you an hour to move 4 Kilometers sometimes.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We walked everywhere in Ubud and stayed on a walking street in the center of town. Have you seen our video there: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a710o7l4z93Nl5s.htmlsi=S3kI7lZjbg-43Zz3
@MultiHogyАй бұрын
Fine print, if you do not open a thai bank account your good, tax free, ATM withdrawl is not a taxable event, cheers and thanks for this video!🙏
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I have heard that also. And it makes sense. Thanks for sharing. Have you seen that in writing anywhere yet? I have only heard people talking about it. Thanks!
@frankcentofanti93172 ай бұрын
Dan your videos are always informative
@VagabondAwake2 ай бұрын
Thank you Frank. We try to keep it fresh. :-)
@fazbellАй бұрын
Smart video series for those inclined to move to Southeast Asia. I have been here for nine years and I agree with your conclusions.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Come be a guest star and tell your story: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/ Please copy your above message into the email you send me so I remember why I invited you on the channel. :-)
@mrtdk8Ай бұрын
Thanks Dan for your fav 2025 retirement destinations. Some of us are a few years further out. Would be great to get your POV on best 2030 places to retire!!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Laws and conditions change on the ground ever year these days. Hard to pick that far in advance because you don't know what tricks politicians have up there sleeves that far ahead. That is one of the reasons I talk about remaining foot loose and fancy free in retirement instead of putting down deep roots. That way, you are not stuck if there is somewhere else that wants to treat you better. :-)
@SlackHoffmanАй бұрын
Hi Dan, thanks 🙏 for all that you do 👊✊💪🤙😎🏆
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
My pleasure! Literally. lol.
@dr.josefudeyama642 ай бұрын
Hi Dan! It’s Dr Joseph on my 13th around the world. Uzbekistan was awesome and Tbilisi is now my favorite city on earth! Currently in Bangkok recovering and off to Manila then danang the Tokyo etc…if you’re at any of these let’s do lunch!
@VagabondAwake2 ай бұрын
That would be great. Sounds like our timing is still a bit off. Hopefully before too long. :-)
@dr.josefudeyama64Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake is it a secret where u are ;)
@nala3038Ай бұрын
@@dr.josefudeyama64yup
@Billygoat1022Ай бұрын
Great report Dan. Packed with good info. Thanks!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@resterAnonymeАй бұрын
Thai taxes may not be as bad as you think. There was a video that was released a couple hours before this video on the “Retired Working For You” channel on the video titled “BIG Update on the New Thai Tax Law” at 11:45 discussing Thailands new tax law with a tax attorney. Taxes on repatriation of income only applies to money repatriated to a Thailand bank. It does not include Credit Card Transactions or ATM withdrawals from a foreign bank. If you’re making a large transaction you might need to remit money to a Thai bank, but it looks like if you just need money for day-to-day living you won’t be taxed using those 2 options.
That is amazing news if true. Does the tax attorney guarantee this or are they just saying something like "the current interpretation of the law is only wire transfers to Thai banks?" That is how they keep themselves out of trouble when the tax man comes knocking. Thanks for the link. Hopefully, I will get time to listen. If you want a guarantee, you need to pay a tax man yourself and get them to say this to you withour qualification. Thanks, very useful is true. :-)
@IaintTheHerbАй бұрын
@@VagabondAwake makes sense; can't see how they would be able to track & tax every foreign debit and credit card transaction.
@aniwee17Ай бұрын
To make it clear, if you live in Thailand for less than 6 months in a year, you won’t be considered a tax resident.
@deanwhiteheadКүн бұрын
Interesting recommendations. Thank you.
@mauimixer6040Ай бұрын
Such an excellent run down. So glad you added dumagette, pi , thou I've never been there, but heading there for the low down. Damn, you're good !
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Thanks man!
@RedchairfalconАй бұрын
Thanks Dan! I started watching your channel 2 years ago. Your information and advice gave me the motivation. I finally did it, I have my feet on the ground. I'm currently in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam. I'm eating like the locals and I just had a great night at a jazz club. I'm looking forward to more travel. Again, thanks.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
That is awesome!
@VagabondAwake2 ай бұрын
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@Hypnopomp18 күн бұрын
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@brian_atcАй бұрын
Holy moly did you see that nice.......ahh,... reef? 😂 But seriously, another great video with excellent info. Thank you
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@patrickac2924Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake oh we did!
@bigmikessenioradventuresАй бұрын
The problem with the "Best" type of videos is whats best for one is not so for another. Get boots on the ground and see what's best for each. I just moved to Duma (which I said I never would) from Northern Luzon. Still getting settled but feeling positive.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Well said. We all have different needs and wants.
@gozitan5Ай бұрын
Thanks Dan…great report 👍🏼
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@Carp0rnАй бұрын
Great video! I'm very surprised Bali is #1! From what I've researched it's not cheap, at least not compared to other places in SE Asia!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Here is my on the ground research there: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a710o7l4z93Nl5s.html
@keangwooichoo6138Ай бұрын
It is his point of view.
@bobanbobanovic2986Ай бұрын
Bali is crowded especially with Russian tourists :-(
@keangwooichoo6138Ай бұрын
@@bobanbobanovic2986 any australians?
@waynepickering129Ай бұрын
Nha trang is a great place. I visit regularly.
@RetirePhilippinesАй бұрын
Excellent analysis. Only one I found odd is Koh Samui. If you will get island fever in Boracay, you’d catch it in about 10 minutes on Koh Samui.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Koh Samui is 10 times the land mass of Boracay. Thanks for sharing.
@RetirePhilippinesАй бұрын
@@VagabondAwake just don’t see how it compares to the other places on your list. But i respect your opinions
@normanflint8757Ай бұрын
Absolutely..
@leelafondАй бұрын
Koh Samui is very well developed. It has excellent hospitals, international schools, and an international airport on the island. Boracay, while lovely, is almost 100% dedicated to tourism.
@RetirePhilippinesАй бұрын
@@leelafond fair enough.. thank you
@malcolmnicoll1165Ай бұрын
Another great and inspiring video. Let’s hope these gems don’t become Californicated and thus affordable only to the elite.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I hope so too!
@user-qd3hh5xu8rАй бұрын
Love your content. Your research is professional and covers everything that should be considered if moving abroad. I have yet to visit your web site but did want to ask if there are ways to sort specific information all of these places. I mean healthcare, housing prices, active life style of nature and the arts are in my top 5 but another thing that is really important to me is weather that is not completely over the top in heat or humidity. I have lived in Oregon for the last 25 years and have grown accustomed to the brisk mornings and with very few days in the100's over the 365 days throughout the year. Cheers to you and yours!!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
You will find Oregon Weather in E. Europe. Subs so you will see our videos there as they are published. We are touring there now.
@JessseStJohn3 күн бұрын
great info, thanks!
@charlesmassaquoi6717Ай бұрын
Da Nang is my choice !👍🏽
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Love it.
@martypollАй бұрын
If you are not already living here unfortunately Thailand is going to be a question mark for those considering moving to Thailand because of tax issue. It went into effect this year but no one knows how it is going to work for retired expats. I suspect that we won’t know until January 2025 when individuals start filing or we hear from tax experts (again). That Retired Working For You interview with a tax lawyer is excellent but leaves unanswered questions.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Hi Martin, Great to hear from you. Yes, I saw that video. It left out many things which makes me think I would not risk it without getting a paid professional opinion before making any decisions. If I were Thai curious I would stay in country for 180 days until I had clear firm answers. I might even wait a few years before going over 180 days just to see how things settle.
@martypollАй бұрын
@@VagabondAwake Fortunately I have the 10 year pensioner LTR visa. The money I bring into Thailand is tax exempt.
@ernstwondering899Ай бұрын
Dan.....no disrespect, but that thumbnail of Qiang - damn brother....good on you!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
She is a natural beauty.
@gobfranklin6759Ай бұрын
Thanks Dan. Your information is much appreciated. :)
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@CoffeethenrideАй бұрын
Thank you Dan, for such a comprehensive overview. The video seemed to be cut a bit short for me, can I ask what was your overall number 1 please? (After Nha Trang VN). Thank you
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Here you go. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fqqYm5CK06i1Zps.htmlsi=pT_VK0Ezfe-sJFaH&t=796 Now you can watch the video of my number 1 while I explain why.
@CoffeethenrideАй бұрын
@@VagabondAwake thank you very much Dan
@mrvapor4791Ай бұрын
One thing I notice you really go to some beutiful locations
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Life is short. It is not for everyone, but I am willing to take risks many people my age are not. Go at your own pace. Have fun!
@mrvapor4791Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake Sorry to hear Dumagette is being westernized maybe you can let us know what location you think will be the next Dumagette. Thanks..
@russellfranzi1023Ай бұрын
I liked Sapa in northern Vietnam.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Beautiful country.
@keangwooichoo6138Ай бұрын
Cooling ya
@sanaatanviswaАй бұрын
wondrous insights 🙏🙏🙏
@TheStevencmanceАй бұрын
Hey Dan, thanks for the video. Suggestions how about good places to retire in Africa? I am a subscriber and a longtime follower.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I have been to S. Africa, Morocco, and Egypt. I would say all three would be a little too challenging for the average retiree. Where have you been that you think would be a good fit?
@repeattravels1922Ай бұрын
We love Da Nang and planned see Nha Trang and Da Lat next Visit. I would disagree with Ubud #1, too much traffic, over crowded, and roads are bad to drive. I would rank BKK over KL.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Yes, we find slight variances in top places between even Qiang and I. We lived in Central Ubud, walk everywhere and never tried to drive, so a different experience than driving places. Yes, Bangkok is amazing too. That was a tough call. Thanks for your input. It helps give others perspective.
@WhatSparksJoyАй бұрын
When in Ubud: walk or scooter ❤ If you don’t ride scooter, order scooter taxi (Grab or Gojek) for $1-$2. Car for going out of town.
@1dancier17 күн бұрын
Just flown home from Kuala Lumpur. Did notice people on the running/walking track in the park behind the Petronas towers. Would like to spend a few weeks, maybe even a month there at some stage.
@Dave_TaeАй бұрын
Great vlog Dan.
@danielstehura965725 күн бұрын
Chiang Rai is my home base! Vietnam is where I go on vacation along with Japan, Korea, Baggio, Cambodia, Hong Kong! I stay on a yacht in Marina Del Rey California for 3 months a Year! Live Long and Eat your Beaver!
@jpsmusicandmore5457Ай бұрын
great report
@stevetiengvietАй бұрын
One of the issues with places like Thailand and Viet Nam is the constant changing of visas. Unfortunately Viet Nam still has no retirement visa.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Yes, countries change rules more often these days for sure. The people we run into in Vietnam that have lived there for years do visa runs.
@shinymonktouchymonk3662Ай бұрын
Best video on you tube!! I know, I subscribe To 300 yt channels about SE Asia. Mark in Las Vegas and Laguna Beach, California. I'm a retired Real Estate Broker and owned And sold 4 different companies, and now I just relax & travel & explore & smile & make Friends.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
You are living the dream Mark. :-)
@ryanruss9867Ай бұрын
Another excellent video
@stevekulbacki5238Ай бұрын
Glad you guys are back. Haven't seen any videos for a while.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I do two per week and Qiang does 2 per week. Please subscribe (and click the bell) so you at least know which titles you want to click and watch. Thank you for watching!
@alfonsotan999717 күн бұрын
Best place for the SSA beneficiaries receiving $1,500/month for pension. Here in PNW, $1,500 is just rental for a studio. One should be financially prepared during his working career such as maximizing 401k and pension fund to avoid going out of US. And medical expenses outside U.S will be out of pocket. Not a good situation if you get sick in Philippines 8:41
@VagabondAwake16 күн бұрын
Sorry, I have to chuckle. "Avoid going out of the USA." Leaving the USA was the best thing that ever happened to me. Now, I do everything I can to never live int he USA again. Health care out of pocket is expensive? No. Check this video out mate: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o5mbbKt4yZOtfH0.html
@smoozerishАй бұрын
The beaches, the sea, paradise all become old after a while. In fact I know many expats who live in "paradise" who haven't been near the sea since they arrived. Can we see a video that gives realistic overview of good retirement places in Asia. Cost of living, health, infrastructure, social connections, transport, food, entertainment, cultural differences, friendliness of the locals etc....
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We cover that stuff in our individual location reports. Have you seen our country playlists? Each country has locations we have visited and given individual reports about: www.youtube.com/@VagabondAwake/playlists
@strangeanimal1535Ай бұрын
My favorite channel hands down. Retirement in southeast Asia ? If you can do basic math, it's an obvious choice economically. Canada sucks big time nowadays. North America altogether. I'm 53 now, and 25 years ago I was already planning for my retirement. Get a small chalet and go fishing was all I wanted. It was possible back then, unfortunately it's not possible nowadays. The cost of living is astronomical here. Housing alone is insanely expensive so is everything else. I'll burn through my savings if I don't leave north America. My quality of life is simply going to get worse, my purchasing power is just gonna dwindle every year. If I want to leave something to my kids, I must leave north America. I will sell my house soon, 2 maybe 3 years from now. I already have a retirement fund, combined with selling my house, I'm a modest millionaire. Social security is something I never factored in planning my retirement. I see social security as gravy on my steak nothing more. I don't need to live like a king at all, it's not who I am. I just want to go sport fishing from time to time. Don't need to live like a king to go fishing. I could sell my house and buy a chalet on the lake, but this is not helping the cost of living in Canada. Everything else will just go up in prices. Food, gas, taxes and everything else. I don't want to own anything either, I'd rather rent now for my retirement. Being stuck with a mortgage ain't my thing anymore. I'd rather remain "mobile". I'm concerned about China actually. If the shit hits the fan, I just leave everything and go somewhere else. As I'm getting older, I'm also concerned about health care, health insurance, life insurance. Some diligent homework is required here. Most channels rarely talk about this unfortunately. The cost of living in southeast Asia, if you're healthy is one thing, but we all know as you get older and older so is your chances of needing medical care. I'm 53, so far so good, but I know this won't last forever. Not a popular subject I know. However it's still a big chunk of your monthly expenses so keep that in mind people. Simple math works fine if you add everything at the end of the month, including health care health insurance life insurance. Just saying. I don't want to come back to Canada. The taxes, costs of living, the badly managed government spending, the costs of heating my house alone is insanely expensive. Winters are brutal here. Scraping the icy frost from my windshield in the morning ? The insurance for the damn car, the house ? It doesn't make sense anymore. Two to three years to go. Freedom 55... or freedom 56 in my case. Until then, I'll keep watching your channel my friend.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Thanks for sharing. :-)
@Flagship7Ай бұрын
World's longest white sand beach town Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh provides the best value for money?
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts.
@annasd8435Ай бұрын
Hi Dan.. I’m Filipino Canadian my husband is Canadian. We retire early 55 and 58 years old and we are living in Bacong area of Negros Oriental it’s 15 mins from Dumaguete. We are renting a 2 bedroom bungalow for $550 US., it’s 5 mins walk to the beach. We love it here! We choose to just rent instead of building a house. We plan to move to Iloilo City next year as Iloilo has a western style infrastructure. We are so grateful to be able to retire early. We also do a lot of travelling. Philippines is our base as I’m from here. Our next trip will be in Japan . Love your channel!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Come be a guest on my channel when the mood strikes: vagabondbuddha.com/contact/
@thomashustedАй бұрын
Ubud is great but it has become too popular and during the high season it has major traffic jams.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We walk everywhere there. They have walking streets in the central area. We stayed there. :-) Check out our apartment and restaurants here on KZfaq video for Ubud: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a710o7l4z93Nl5s.html
@underdogrising289510 күн бұрын
I need places I can bring my dogs and not be worried about them ending up on a Farmers Market table.
@VagabondAwake10 сағат бұрын
That is not really a thing anymore. People in America talk about it still because GIs saw it during the Vietnam war when the Vietnamese had no food to eat, but I have seen it once in 17 years of world travel and it was in a village in Vietnam that nobody is going to go to. But keep your dog on a leash or it will get hit by a Scotter or car.
@danbilladeau2931Ай бұрын
I met you in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, so now I know I can trust your info here about asia..thx
@keangwooichoo6138Ай бұрын
70 countries wow wow wow. Thanks dan
@2hvnfunАй бұрын
Hey Dan with the latest trend of “ visa free entry” can you do a video on which countries US citizens can enter and stay for at least 90 days with out a visa? Do you know anything about The Marshall Islands? Great work!! Thx for all the info
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I have not been to the Marshall islands. I have areport about living visa free for 14 years overseas. But laws change all the time so check again before going anywhere. vagabondbuddha.com/how-to-retire-on-a-tourist-visa/
@normanflint8757Ай бұрын
Boracay is pricey to live,&seems to have a water shortage,, unless your in a pricey place on the beach,,was there last april,,the Algae was out and there's no regular local beach showers to rince off with,,the Airport,, Catalan is very crowded,,Cebu air had a 5 hr breakdown,, had to bring in another plane,,Cebu air is often a fun airline,😜, I think id choose Panglao in Bohol,,Panang is awesome,Rentals in Phi.seem to be higher than Nam or Thailand,,why?,not sure..Good Vid guys👍
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts on favorites. We are all different in this so you are giving people other ideas. :-)
@christopherkawecki854419 күн бұрын
Looks like we have diferent priorities.i like fishing snorkeling swimming nature quiet So i like to have a farm near water. Bkk?the noisest place .yes good food but retire there? Dumaguette?ive been there long time ago the most boring place ive been aside of bekasi. Ubud? So far away from water. I must visit vietnam and baguio.
@VagabondAwake19 күн бұрын
One of the best places for fishing, snorkeling, and swimming is the Philippines. Did you try places other than Dumaguete? Maybe more remote where you could farm a little?
@christopherkawecki854419 күн бұрын
@@VagabondAwake yes i travel a bit but generally i tend to omit the tourist places. Im going to bohol in 2 weeks
@MakRan-fx1kb21 күн бұрын
Which is safe, kind & no racism , Budget friendly, coo medium better for Retirement?
@stronzer5924 күн бұрын
You'd be hard pressed to beat Bali. $1000 a week buys two live in house maids with all the Xtras.
@sylvainhyais8166Ай бұрын
Thailand food is good but too much sweet. Vietnam food is the best and very healthy, lots of high quality veggies,fruits and seafood
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Agreed. Possibly the most healthy food int he world.
@samuraishonan4706Ай бұрын
Am retired debt free in Japan. fabulous and cheap.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
What part? Come be a guest? vagabondbuddha.com/contact/
@jetd9716Ай бұрын
Personally, since Im Westernize and Catholic I prefer the Philippines although its under developed and sub health care. I just cant bring myself to live in a muslim country or go to these buddha temples you go to and not understand the criptic signs in local asian alphabets. Seems like an entire different world im not comfortable in.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
No worries. If you are happy with your decision, I am happy for you.
@up2Us-qb8iyАй бұрын
Thanks for the cover. Appreciate the swim suit model. She obviously is an attention getting beauty.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
No problem 😊
@Seadreamer_Ай бұрын
Hi Dan, have you done anything on Visas?
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Every written report has visa information. Just click the first or second link below each location video/
@user-zq9ew4xy2q26 күн бұрын
Hey guys, I am wanting to retire in Thailand or Philippines. I was just wondering what you do about insurance and how much will it cost?
@VagabondAwake26 күн бұрын
Great question @user-zq9ew4xy2q, I have one report where I explain what I do about health care and another where I show you how I search for health insurance, and a third report sharing which one I decided to finally buy. What I do about health care: vagabondbuddha.com/two-biggest-risks-of-retiring-early-overseas/ Report where I search for health insurance: vagabondbuddha.com/best-health-insurance-for-ex-pats-in-philippines/ Here is the Health Insurance I bought (and scams to avoid): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZtKVecJzqLK6e6s.html By the way, once you search for health care you will start seeing more offers for health insurance and travelers insurance when you are online. Health insurance is one of the most dynamic or changing industries in the travel world because so many people around the world are deciding to live or retire outside their home country. So do a search every year before you renew to make sure you have the best available for your personal circumstances because new ones come out every few months. Thanks for asking so I could answer this for many people! Dan
@kookiebushАй бұрын
60 or 90 day visa given for indonesia. Or 30 plus 30 extension? Thanks.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
It depends on your home country. Check the Indonesian Embassy webpage in your home country to see the rules for passport holders of your home country.
@kookiebushАй бұрын
Us
@jtgrec3179Ай бұрын
Man, you really lost me at the end, you went so fast with the additional 5. Why wouldn't you show the name and show a picture of a map with the places?
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Here is the link with everything in writing. Even the last 5. vagabondbuddha.com/best-cheap-places-to-retire-in-se-asia-in-2025/
@theworldisyours9097Ай бұрын
May I wonder; do you still have to file taxes every year right? Do you do it remotely online?
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I have used the same accountant in the USA since 1992.
@martypollАй бұрын
I file US taxes using TurboTax each year just like I did in the US.
@tonytour4377Ай бұрын
I like Baguio, but it is not walkable place. It is located in the mountains, there are no flat roads, you are always walking down or up.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We loved it. It keeps you healthy walking around.
@tonytour4377Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake there are incredible long line-ups iat SM Baguio for taxis. It is because Baguio is easy walkable place.
@Seadreamer_Ай бұрын
9:16 thank you. Vietnam 🇻🇳
@neiljames232417 күн бұрын
Hi Dan, I've read and watched your history, but just wondering, were you ever married? with kids? you often mentioned leaving your family to travel, even before your job in India. I'm curious, I was married, but I left my wife, she had 2 kids, ( in their 30's now), but I'm totally free, and looking to stretch out my dollar, and to find a partner. it seems at my age (63 in a month), western women are very difficult, demanding, and have such big expectations, and costly too!. Thanks -
@VagabondAwake16 күн бұрын
My wife had 2 kids when I met her. She left me 24 years ago when they were teenagers. They are both adults now with kids of their own. I was just visiting them in February..
@chrishamlin5863Ай бұрын
Dan, since you're posting videos of SE Asia while traveling in Eastern Europe I'm gussing that you are missing the nice beaches, exotic food and low cost of living in this part of the world..
@ryanh5187Ай бұрын
🌊🏖🌞 Dan loves the sun and beach. I always perk up when a place was a bit too cold for him
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We are in Split Croatia today. It is warm and beautiful at the beach. :-) Cost of living reporting coming in about 3 a month. :-)
@andythomas1693Ай бұрын
I heard if your retirement pension income is already taxed in your home country will not be taxed again in Thailand.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
That depends on your home countries treaty with Thailand.
@frankcentofanti9317Ай бұрын
Dan do you have atop 10 in south Central America or Europe
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Here is one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kLqbhdaYp7mZZoU.html
@vgshwkАй бұрын
I would pick Georgetown over Kuala Lumpur but Malaysia is not my thing to heavily influenced by its Muslim majority. Koh samui you might be stuck on the island for days sometimes because the ferries don’t run because of bad weather and the public transportation is not good.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
The Malaysians have been kind of me. All three ethnic groups, Malay, Chinese, and Indian. Qiang and I can not recall any Islamic terror in Malaysia. But you are entitled to your opinion.
@vgshwkАй бұрын
@@VagabondAwake I am not talking about terror some foods are harder to find in Malaysia because of Islam. I see where women aren’t treated as equal in the job market. I find it strange where some convenience stores will sell tobacco but not beer. Again these are because of the country’s Muslim majority.
@bigfletch8Ай бұрын
No Hua Hin ??? Surprised. A couple of reasons? Im the p.t. Leg press great..d/ b curls, too much momentum.No momentum and hold in flex for a couple of seconds Keep you elbows in one position. Lifting them reduces flex strength.. Will make a big difference to your upper body development
@ZENSIBLEАй бұрын
5:24 Pa-Neng 😂 😂 😂
@nld8985Ай бұрын
Do I have to pay taxes to thailand if I'm a TOURIST(not retiring) bringing in several thousand dollars?
@michaeltakayama8415Ай бұрын
No, tourists do not pay income tax. The law only applies to residents.
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
My limited understanding is that you have to spend 180 days before you are taxable in Thailand. But verify with your accountant before making any decisions.
@realpropertymangement7640Ай бұрын
@@michaeltakayama8415You can be in Thailand a max of 180 days per year to avoid being considered a Thai resident and liable for income taxation.
@rimoto2645Ай бұрын
Baguio better than Chang Mai? 🤔
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I would venture to guess that sane people could easily disagree. :-) I love both and would never suggest visiting both before making any final decision. :-)
@pejuangyutub6703Ай бұрын
you never go to some part of indonesia ...
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
We will next time. So far only Bali and Ubud.
@normanflint8757Ай бұрын
Nothing hear this yr.on Sri Lanka?
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
These are my top 10 in the world right now. Out of the hundreds of places that I have been, there are only 10. But I have reports on hundreds here: vagabondbuddha.com (including sri lanka).
@ElmwoodParkHulk8 күн бұрын
What about Malaysia? What abt Portugal ?
@timdriver454Ай бұрын
Hi Dan, i have asked this question before and got no response, so i will ask again. How do you deal with your snail mail when you are moving around all the time. Thanks in advance. 🙏
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I cover that in my free eBook and a million other things: vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/
@ArnoldSwarcАй бұрын
How do you earn money , can u tell more about your income and how did u make it
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
This video explains how I earn money. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h7V8jdNqx77UlmQ.html
@valtorn865Ай бұрын
Hi 😊 plz tell me : How much do you spend on the maintenance of your _ young woman ? 😊
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Actually, having her on the channel pays for our travels.
@valtorn865Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake thanks for answer 🤗 Good luck 🥝🍓🥦🌹🍒
@gif24gt60Ай бұрын
How do have nerves of steel driving a scooter without getting knocked off the road?😮
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I rode a chopper to high school. And I drive super defensively. If you decide to drive a motorcycle in SE Asia where a helmet and start on back roads. The cities are horrendously dangerous.
@FOCUSonASIA13Ай бұрын
Nice video and info Dan! Everyone's needs and wants will be different but you covered some great places. However Boracay wouldn't even make my top 50 list LOL
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
No worries. What are your top 10 JR?
@FOCUSonASIA13Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake I could maybe do a top 3, I haven't travelled extensively as you guys yet. Also since I am still in what I consider early retirement, my list would be different once I want to bed down for good. Right now in early retirement. 1. Bangkok, love the conveniences and things to do 2 . Udon Thani, still good size city 3. Krabi for beach life but still connected to mainland. #1 for Asia is Okinawa for us but its a pipe dream as they don't have any type of retirement visa available
@AussieBob999Ай бұрын
Thailand is not the place to retire anymore. Great to visit or live and work there, but not for retirees. Starting 1 Jan 2024 Thailand now taxes the income of retired Expats (including Pensions), if you live in Thailand 180 days or more in a year, while all the other countries in SEAsia do not. Hopefully Thailand will change their mind, but as it is now, starting on Jan 2025 Expats have been told to pay income taxes on the money they brought to Thailand from 1 Jan 2024 onwards. Thailand also wants to implement worldwide taxation, so even if you dont remit the money to Thailand they want to tax it . No matter how good their Visas are or the country is - for retired Expats Thailand is not the best option (we are leaving).
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
True. I would spend less than 18 days in Thailand until they repeal that law. Which would be easy for us since we are slow travelers.
@bichsbanhbaos4088Ай бұрын
Đà Lạt thậm chí còn thú vị hơn ,chúa tể cà phê và gần Nha Trang
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Tôi cũng yêu Đà Lạt
@hanspeterfluck4828Ай бұрын
There is No Tax on foreigen income so far, der Dan!
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
Hi Hans, where is here? We discuss 6 countries in this video. :-)
@TheyCalledMeT15 күн бұрын
8:22 what? real estate is overpriced but rents are cheap?
@VagabondAwake5 сағат бұрын
Yes
@TheyCalledMeT4 сағат бұрын
@@VagabondAwake so, renting for 15 20 years costs less than buying and living in it for the same duration?
@jardbinkley3144Ай бұрын
And by Utuwala, do you mean Uluwatu, by any chance? 🙃
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
That is right. Thanks for sharing.
@wisteria4981Ай бұрын
Hey Dan, I’m wondering since you have so much experience in the Philippines if you’ve heard of a spot called Bitcoin Island? I’ve heard there is like 250+ vendors/businesses that accept bitcoin…thoughts??
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
I have not. But I am not involved in the Bitcoin world. I try to stay invested in things I understand. That is over my head. No offense intended.
@wisteria4981Ай бұрын
@@VagabondAwake since your not involved in the bitcoin standard, maybe you should invest a few hours just looking into it😃🙌💯Love you two and thank you for all you provide because it’s a lot😎💐🥰#Bitcoin#Slowtravel#Fun
@kellyly5722Ай бұрын
Nha Trang is not much to do and it’s boring city. Siem Reap Cambodia is beautiful province to retire there.
@bichsbanhbaos4088Ай бұрын
Siem Reap có gì?
@danphan3882Ай бұрын
there is nothing to do in siem reap beside visiting the beautiful peaceful temple but nothing else in term of exciting activities .
@VagabondAwakeАй бұрын
They are both great places. I think Nha Trang has more to do because it is on a beautiful beach.
@DanielFooАй бұрын
I'd disagree there's nothing much to do at nha Trang.😅 It's a pretty good place to enjoy and live. The medical facilities & healthcare are great when I had some un wellness during my stay. Relatively inexpensive still.