Thanks for watching!! Drop me a comment or buy me a coffee to keep me motivated for another video next week. I’m thinking of talking about why I choose Pattaya and how I got stuck here. Http://Buymeacoffee.com/PeteonRetreat
@SoulStationNo116 күн бұрын
Happy belated birthday!🎉 I hope you had a great one ✌️🎶🎷
@peteonretreat202315 күн бұрын
Thank you my brother 🙏🏼
@youngrounder7967Ай бұрын
Great video and very informative as always. I will say some of the best things that occur in our lives are unplanned and unexpected.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
So very true. You have to be open to new things and embrace them when they feel right.
@PS-gm7vgАй бұрын
Nice update bud!!! Glad your doing well......Hi from Pete in Buriram!!!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Howdy Pete! Yup, living the dream as they say.
@NickedOffАй бұрын
Glad you're recovering well from surgery Pete! Enjoy your videos and the info you provide! Hope to visit one day soon! Stay safe!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you for your support and I’m glad you’re enjoying the vids. Looks like I’ll be around here for awhile so hit me up I’m when you make it out here.
@lenny364Ай бұрын
Love the content and mindset Pete. Speedy recovery.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you Lenny 🙏🏼
@joseph.cotter28 күн бұрын
Both acclimate and acclimatize are correct. They are synonymous. Basically, it's whatever fits better grammatically, i.e. I didn't acclimate to, vs I haven't acclimatized to...
@peteonretreat202327 күн бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏼
@Roof_PizzaАй бұрын
Thought that you were gonna talk about the 'Once in a Lifetime' floods that happen multiple times/year.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Haha, yeah… the thumbnail is a bit misleading. I knew it floods here every year. That’s one of the reason why I choose Pratumnak. It never floods up here!
@StashmoАй бұрын
Very insightful and enjoyable video, Pedrocito. All the best.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you Mr. Stashmo. Sending my love to everyone!
@gazzatatts4228Ай бұрын
XELLENT LOVED IT MAN CHEERS GAZZA AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Cheers 🍻 🙏🏼👍🏼
@jameshall2299Ай бұрын
Great video buddy! We definitely miss Thailand and can’t wait to see you guys in June. We will be in Hua Hin may 15-June 1 then pattaya for the month of June.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
@@jameshall2299 woohoo! I’m looking forward to it too! Love seeing your adventures on FB!
@JamesBondEsq.Ай бұрын
Nice vid, Pete!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you Mr. Bond 🙏🏼
@bearleersАй бұрын
Pete, This Video Resonates For Many Reasons -- Thank You!👍 My Only Real Hesitation In Making The Journey Is The Weather. I Don't Think I Can Get Past The Daily, Monthly, Year- Round Heat & Humidity!😓😓 Over The Past Week, The Entire U.S. Is Baking, So I Can Only Imagine The SWELTERING Conditions In Thailand!😡😡😡😡😡 Also, The Part Of The Video, Where You Talked About What You Thought You'd Do And What You Actually Do On A Daily Basis Was Helpful. Lastly, I Knew There Was Something That I Liked About You. Initially, I Thought It Was Because You Seemed Like A Laid-Back, Hippie Type, Lol, But No, It's Because You're An Only Child, Too! (Of Couse, I Definitely Appreciated & TOTALLY AGREED With Those Sentiments!😏) I'll Be Looking Forward To More Content, Thanks, Again!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
The weather isn’t that bad and the warm months really make the relatively cooler months that much better. I hear it is actually pretty cool in the winter in the north in areas like Chang Mai and Pai. My next video unfortunately talks about why I can’t live in Chang Mai. I used to do more videos about just my daily and weekly life. I haven’t done one in a while so I’ve got a bunch of stuff to talk about in a vlog that’ll probably released in a couple weeks.
@sixx_xlrАй бұрын
happy late bday man :)
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you kindly 😂
@BadRongoАй бұрын
One surprise for me? Especially since a deciding factor for moving here was the legalized cannabis. But I actually don't smoke weed anymore.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Whoa… that’s a surprise for me too! Haha
@RetiredGlobalLifeАй бұрын
555, I enjoyed hearing I am not alone on the Thai language thing. I can make basic sentences and feel quite proud of myself... then the Thai person I am speaking to looks to Joy, My Thai GF with a "What did he say?" look. Very frustrating. And when I am alone and speaking Thai and they manage to understand me, I can virtually never understand what they said to me. Same issue with my French. I actually speak it quite well from living there, but unless they speak to me as if I was a toddler, I can't undderstand. Something weird about my brain to speak but not understand, so nice to know I am not alone with this odd brain thing.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
My GF understand my Thai pretty well but o get weird looks from everyone else or they just ignore me lol.
@MrOisJustLivingАй бұрын
Hey Pete, good to see ya!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Mr. O! Great to see you around again!
@ThairieskateratАй бұрын
Yeah...I have NO IDEA what expect...there are so many options on the table. And right now, with what I have happening in my preparation to GTFO, man...I just want to be there. Be with Saifon. Hope to be seeing you by October and my non-refundable 25 night stay in Pratumnak 😅
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I’m counting on you being here in October! I might be in Hong Kong though 😂
@cloudnationmedia832629 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story. I have never traveled to Thailand and I'm curious about who people (dark-skinned Indians, Mexicans, blacks, etc.) by the locals. Also, have you experienced a lot of inflation?
@peteonretreat202329 күн бұрын
The inflation mostly stopped after my first 6 months. I first arrived right after the country had opened back up and inflation was big then. It’s definitely more expensive then it was pre-2020 but it’s still very affordable. The locals for the most part don’t seem to try people of color any differently. Pattaya has many black people living here and visiting here. My charity group is mostly black veterans and expats. There’s tons of Indians here (from India) but very few Mexicans. I only know one Mexican American here and he’s only had one racist issue I know of… that was with another American.
@Vansafe0Ай бұрын
I relate to you. I shall subscribe.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
That’s awesome. Many thanks 🙏🏼
@JozieY1Ай бұрын
Not considering... I AM moving to thailand in 2 months. Im born and raised in hawaii, and my body acclimates to the humidity. But no to Pattaya. Hua Hin is my destination. #Expatlife
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I thought I might end up in Hua Hin but Pattaya has a hold on me. Well, really Pratumnak. I only go into Pattaya 2-3 times a month and it’s mostly to see a movie or buy something specific.
@ajherby7820Ай бұрын
great video, Pete! Hoping to retire to Thailand soon and was thinking I'll probably have the same 'beach day' experience you're reporting -- they sound nice, but will I really go? Same with the gym -- not expecting to be a gym addict, but definitely feel like a condo needs a gym for me to consider living there. Then my first trip to the condo gym will be my first time in a gym in years, so probably won't utilize that either! Hopefully I also won't increase the alcohol intake, but definitely want to find out (i.e. retire & move) sooner rather than later!
@billybob1511Ай бұрын
It's too hot to spend too much time at the beach. A nice pool and pool area to relax in is the go. Just need to find one that is quiet (I don't like noisy kids 🙂) My dream is to rent a pool villa.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the comment. It took me 4 months of being here to get to the gym and longer to get into the pool at my most recent building. Trying to make both of them a routine. Keep your eye on the prize and you can be here before you know it!
@iandawson6461Ай бұрын
I have found that no matter where I move... I'm still me. Yes, the change can motivate some shifts in routines and habits, but I'm still fundamentally the same person. I'm uncomfortable in unplanned situations, I have a hard time sitting still for long periods of time... I get that want to live in the moment, and I get that failure to do so. We are who we are.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Very, very true. I tend to find new motivations but they slip away. My first year in Austin I was exercising a lot and going out for music all the time. Then I returned to my natural state.
@kymhanifordАй бұрын
Pete... How are you going with the music scene? Do you go to any Jam nights at bars or private places?
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
So… I haven’t done any of the open jams I’ve been to. I’ve been to a few and have been invited up but the level of musicianship at the Jazz Pit and the Smokers Lounge was intimidating. My chops are are also very rusty. I did almost audition for a band as a rhythm guitarist (I feel I had a really good chance of making it) but I didn’t really want the commitment. The drummer is in my D&D group. They’re still around and still haven’t found anyone so it might happen some day.
@kymhanifordАй бұрын
@@peteonretreat2023 I think you should give it a go and get back into it (even if just jamming with friends). Musicians are always Musicians, it is in their soul as to say ;)
@lester74Ай бұрын
I'm moving there on Aug 1st Turned 50 last march and saved and planned. Lets hang out sometime when I get there. I'm from Texas and we are different than the brits. I'm comfortable with myself and I'm not proving anything anymore. See y'all in 3 weeks.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Sounds great! Congrats on the big move and definitely hit me up when you get here.
@mangostickyrice555Ай бұрын
Thumbs up 👍 Pete
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Mucho gracias 🙏🏼 MSR
@edwardruiz8920Ай бұрын
Acclimate or acclimatize? Either way is correct. One is American (ate) and one is the King's English (atize.) Correct according to the audience you are speaking too. Talking about accents. Do you remember the Scot stewardess named Caroline? Jerry's friend. Barely understood her English. Your eyes always squinted in the sun and you always kind of withered in the sun. Might explain the non-existent beach days.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Oh man, Caroline. I couldn’t understand anything she said! I had forgot about her, thanks for the reminder. 🙏🏼
@WalkingmanPattayaАй бұрын
It is especially hot this year..I have not acclimated either after 5 years. "Alcohol , the cause and the solution to all of life;s problems" Another good walk and talk . You are keepin it real Pete . You are doing a lot of good and helping people. BTW, haven't had pizza in over 3 years and maybe 3 burgers in that time Haha. Self-sacrifice? Am not into gushy romantic stories as am mostly broke and into a polygamous lifestyle. BTW, Knew you would shave 555 Peace and Love Y'all
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Hahaha, the shave was inevitable. I run a cycle of shave, beard, goatee, repeat. Pretty happy to not have any issues with alcohol. It’s easy to get carried away here (or washed away).
@christopherraley781Ай бұрын
I visit Thailand and PATTAYA 9 TIMES NOW also I avoid raining seasons but need to visit once to ck it out and myself want to live couple months of the year when ret .2 more years age 60 need passive income
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
The rain isn’t that bad. Definitely have more rain this year than last but it’s only a few hours a week and not everyday. I stay in Pratumnak on the hill so it never floods here.
@jz3689Ай бұрын
Hit up Ko lan the island right out in front of you. The water is clean. I live in Jomtien and I hire a private boat to take me there and back from Jomtien beach. Cost me $75 both ways. Little expensive but well worth it.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Oh, I’ve been there. I did a video on my first trip there. It’s a great little getaway and has some nice beaches. Now, I just need to get back. I live right by the ferry and don’t mind the slow cheap ride. It’s like $1 each way.
@Mattcom126 күн бұрын
Seems like most of your expectations are on a personal level and not because of Pattaya other than swimming in beach!
@peteonretreat202326 күн бұрын
Very true. It’s probably because of how much I researched it before coming here. Shoot, I knew I wouldn’t swim at the beaches here because of my research. I just thought I’d spend more days there 😂
@rons6167Ай бұрын
D&D? what version. I haven't played since 3.5 LOL nice video
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
We are currently playing 5e but I’m also playing in a Savage Worlds Deadlands mini game now. I like 5e a lot. It has a lot less math than 3.5 and they made some good design choices. I’ve been running 5e since 2018.
@davidsmiottawaАй бұрын
Great video
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.
@GrimreapervlogsАй бұрын
Happy belated birthday bro. One day I'll move over
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thanks brother!
@Joe-og8umАй бұрын
How is your relationship with your girlfriend in Pattaya? How would you compare dating in thailand to the usa?
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Our relationship is great. She’s definitely not a typical Pattaya girl (she had only been here 3 months when we started dating). In many ways, she’s not even a typical Thai. Dating here is very different. There’s a book I highly recommend called Thailand Fever. It’s written in English and in Thai and it’s all about the cultural differences that cause problems in our mixed culture relationships. A book recommendation and review video is on my video to-do list.
@charleskuneff2073Ай бұрын
I am in ban phe rayong? Been here 14 years. Never heard of a D&D club. Here! Open club?
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
It’s not quite a club but Pattaya does have an D&D Facebook group. That’s how I found my group and how other players have found games.
@KwilliamsFLAАй бұрын
So your playing D&D, is there a warhammer community??
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I think there is a small one. There’s a gaming cafe called Mr Foxx’s that I still haven’t checked out but they do Warhammer (I think) I know there’s a scene in Bangkok andi just saw a video about a Warhammer cafe owned by an Aussie in Penom Phen, Cambodia of all places.
@BradSabakoАй бұрын
Your pronouncing Pattaya basically correct! It’s not Pattaya Tie ya which drives me nuts!
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏼
@graguitar6493Ай бұрын
i finally checked out the jazz pitt a coupleof months ago. great location and venue. it feels like your at a resort there when right in the middle of jomtien. the musicians were great too. bit expensive food and drink wise but great atmosphere. thanks again for your advice with ths
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I haven’t been there in months but I’m going to try to make it next weekend. It’s such a great place and you would never expect it to be there driving by. Glad you enjoyed it!
@graguitar6493Ай бұрын
@@peteonretreat2023 yeah. A couple of musician buddies have moved to Pattaya so we had a catch up there and enjoyed it so we went back again a couple of weeks later. Another reason I'm sad to leave the area
@LikeAGentlemanPlease29 күн бұрын
These jump cuts are making me nauseous 🤢
@peteonretreat202328 күн бұрын
My apologies.
@CryptoSteve007Ай бұрын
Pratumnak walk.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
It’s one of my happy spots.
@edwardruiz8920Ай бұрын
A lot of Gym exercises are terrible on your body. Walking up hills is the key to longevity.
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I have 2 lovely hills right by me! Good advice Zed!
@graguitar6493Ай бұрын
mate have you got yourself down to sai kaew beach yet. its actually really nice and the water is clean enought to swim. i was hanging there at least 3 times a week. a swim up and down the beach is a good km so great for exercise. you should head down there mate for your beach days. avoid weekends and buddha holidays as theres to many people. in saying that theres usually good eye candy though. im actually a bit dissapointed to have to have left bang saray but my new missus moved to hua hin and ive followed her there
@peteonretreat2023Ай бұрын
I still haven’t but it’s on a new list we’re making of day trips. I have a new friend in Bang Saray now too. I hope you have lots of happiness in Hua Hin.
@graguitar6493Ай бұрын
@@peteonretreat2023 thanks mate. Keep up the good work