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I just lived 5months myself in Bkk & i'm now back in belgium and i absolutely miss Thailand so much. Just Asia in general makes me such a different person. Absolutely nothing to prove there to others, such lovely souls, amazing malls, traveling cheap all around asia to dream destinations. Oh man i'm definitely considering moving back there in summer of 2026 fulltime. My lease here is ending ayway. I have 0 ambition here in Belgium. time for another chapter soon

I am Thai and living in the state (silicon valley) for more than 10 years, I consider myself lucky to be a Thai that I have my nice home country to to back anytime and still affordable and nice people even though many things I don’t like.

If you have enough money, Thailand is a paradise, I would say that.

Don't forget that the western way of life is toxic and cult like. I agree, visit Thailand see how it goes. For me I loved it 30 years ago and am so glad I live here today.

That was a very interesting conversation filled with spot on observations. Don't worry about not having gone to other places first. Sometimes you just know and you need to trust your gut. It is refreshing to see someone with a balanced outlook. You still have a lot of different phases and experiences awaiting you over the coming years and I am sure you will rise to the occasion. In my experience it is not so much how well you plan but how resilient you are. I moved here pre-internet so for me it looks like there is a lot more opportunity these days and a lot more information, maybe too much information. Sometimes you can overthink, over plan, over research and end up paralyzed from too much choice. Think of Thailand as a catalyst which can make the good things in your life better or the bad things worse. So it really helps if you know yourself before you come here, to help you understand what Thailand might be accentuating.

Landed backpacking in Thailand all alone in 2000…stayed for 6 mths in bkk…met friendly foreigners and thais caught some thai lingo to get by…kept coming back to explore more…it’s been 24 yrs now since I first set foot in the old don mueng airport…got married to a thai last yr and settled in the south…and I’m from singapore!…

we prefer Hua Hin, to much pollution in Bangkok, but other than the pollution we absolutely love Bangkok, it's a great city

Thailand is not the best destination for everyone..I believe it. Just go somewhere which fit your life. I am Thai. I used to visit many countries. Those were nice to go and live for a short time…. Anyway I love my country Thailand, I don’t have to worry about any thing..???

Great stuff.... I am semi-retired approaching 50 in a few months. I still have my home in Scottsdale, Arizona and renting it away as an AirBNB, still have my car, and whatever. I don't want to return back, but need to since my family is still there. No kids, not married. I've been staying in Asia since before New Years Eve. It's been awesome. I would love to meet up. I'm currently in Chiang Mai and will head to Bangkok for an extended period in a month.

I think that everyone should visit 1-3 months to decide if they like it. Good video paul! :)

Very basic common sense advice, but a good refresher! Thx

My Biggest Regret about moving to Thailand is that I didn't come sooner 🇹🇭

Lot of great points and considerations I haven't seen anywhere else, great video!

Great video bro! A lot of good info. 👍

Thanks for sharing. A lot of great points!

Thank you for the warnings. Glad i dont any problems with what you said

Excellent video, Paul. Wonderful insights.

True, many get confused by a much needed break and wanting to live there cos of a fun, paid vacation. I'm staying near that park, next month for a week break. Thanks for this upload, very interesting.

This is a very good video to see through.

Been enjoying your channel for a year and also cnbc make it. Was shocked to see you pop up on that show, amazing 🤩!

Great video....thanks 🙏🙏

Best advice I heard from a retired expat KZfaqr in SE Asia was this: "Take a few test drives first." What they implied was go visit for 2, 3, 4 weeks/months (whatever you can afford) and do this a few times....not just once....and really try to get a feel of what normal daily life is like instead of being a tourist. That's the best way to see if the new location is a good fit for you.

I saw your write up on CNBC. Congrats!! It was a great peace with really good exposure.

I like the last point, can agree with that 100%

Great points

Great video bro, definetly considering bkk

Wow thats a fresh perspective

Solid advice 😊

Nice seeing quality expats like you man.

Great advice 👍

You are correct, I moved to Thailand, stayed for a year and moved back to Australia to focus on my career in the west

I'm never going back home when i leave UK ,the western world is done ,empire collapsing .

That's what I do. I escape for 2 or 3 months. I love the weather in my state.

Very informative video

Such a great great suggestion to try out several of the Asian countries before settling on a place to move

Love your philosophy on the corporate sh*t, either in the office or after work events to force ourselves to be pretentious.

Thumbs up 👍 Paul

This is about you Paul...nice article in CNBC

I’ll be back in Thailand next winter, regards from Germany

Very good

Great video and points. I was in BKK for 2months during March-May this year (6weeks Thailand and a couple weeks in Malaysia/Indonesia) . As much as I loved BKK I am not entirely sure it is for me , I'm generally an outdoor person and enjoy running/walking and the heat was seriously getting to me (albeit it was the hottest time of the year). Also the convenience, while being great does induce the availability of 24/7 access to partying lifestyle, which is not conducive of a life if you are trying to build and grow, self discipline and avoiding some people/areas completely is required. In the long run I'm not sure Bkk is the right spot for me, although I feel like I need more time too, but I know the 9-5 isn't sustainable to go back to either..

I put myself in enough situations last trip that I believe I would love to move there soon. The heat is probably the only thing that bothers me, but I'll be okay. Your last piece of advice is probably the best, if you cannot maintain self control in Thailand you are in trouble. Too much of anything is never a good idea.

Yes. Lived in Bangkok not far from there. Rama 9 Asoke. Best time in my life. Honestly. Do I really want to move to Thailand and learn more of the Thai culture which by the way I find hold dear at heart? Of cause I will be moving to live work remotely and be happy. Thanks for sharing.

Hey paul, interesting perspective. I just got back from a month in bangkok and I have lived in Taipei, Taiwan for a year before (pre-covid). I definitely agree it's a good idea to test the waters first on where you want to live. I actually disliked Bangkok's foreigners more than in Taiwan. A lot more professional foreigners live in Taiwan and operate with a less pervert kind of mindset, and the locals are nice ( I speak some mandarin). Going to visit Vietnam and the Philippines on business soon as well, hopefully gain a better perspective.

Apart from its glitz and glamour, living in Thailand does have some unavoidable downsides most notably the heatwave and pollution if you are residing in Bangkok.

good video, agree with everything you say, it is very important for people to know what they are getting into before they sell everything in North America, test the waters first, try 3-6 months in SE Asia first, travel around, make sure it is what you want before you literally "pull the plug" in your home country. Good advise in this video. I am older than you, but I agree with the corporate ladder BS, I have always worked for myself, never worked for anybody, it worked out very well for me, I retired at age 49, and doubled my net worth since then, careful financial planning when you are younger pays huge dividends in your older years, I am 64 and can't spend all my money in my life at $8,000 a month if I live to age 95.

I like your mentality bro, your parents raised you right I can’t even dream of being able to afford to move out of the u.s an take a month or 2 break smh I wish though fr

my fav place in bkk!

great for 3 months jan. feb. mar.

"Oh shit...there's a turtle!" Subscribed!

Good talk; enjoy your vlogs and rants; I’m the subscriber that has no interest in Thailand…..but I enjoy your philosophy

Contrats on the CNBC Make It article.

I agree with many of your tenants and you have to truly qualify and smartly validate the move algebraically. Despite loving and continuing to visit Thailand,, I entertained thought of moving there, but realized it would be filled with unknowns aside being a mere visitor. One important factor is I have no reason to escape the so-called "matrix." I'm fine in the 🇺🇸 with the usual accepted qualms. Utopia doesn't exist. I get many make the move for economic survival, sunnier days or the non existent opportunity back home of having an arrangement/relationship. That's all good, but I don't need those remedies. I'm OK with America and already dummied down to FL from LA. I am looking forward to next year visit to Thailand and scooter deeper into Issan and mountain hikes. I also prefer to vacay in the Americas and some Europe which is less daunting from here. .......... I also travel 3x a year to Costa Rica which is only a three hour flight, and considering building a dwelling there on land that is rightfully mine as I have in the past- and sold for a nice profit. Back then, Marlon Brando was my neighbor to my build. ........ In closing this thought, the ex-pat community in Thailand is low brow, complain amongst themselves but not totally free in expressing what they really think. Thailand does suppress thought with risk of prosecution, and that alone is a huge factor it's not a consideration for me. The media here freely speaks of Joe Biden's dementia, and I can roam Costa Rica or say F-U to her current leader without repercussions. Hopefully Thailand matures from this nonsense and makes it more livable and not self reporting every 90 days. I'll be back as a tourist.

Regardless what you say ..ppl will moved to Thailand if they think it the right choice.. Ok you may have plenty financial back up to live in Bangkok or Thailand..but also ppl need to adapt to different cultures in another country and change your way to there culture..yes the weather is a big fact in hot climate country as Thailand..as I said regardless what you said, ppl will moved to Thailand as choice,

You should have constant income everymonth if you want to move to other country.

If you dont have certification and skills also a degree do not go. You will not be hired or get a job. Let alone a work permit.

5:38 Sadly, no FAANG company is going to allow an employee to work 100% remotely outside of the US for an extended amount to time. Sadly corporate America wants butts in seats (AKA control). Not to mention working US hours in Asia is really brutal and not sustainable long term. Imo the best approach to be an online entrepreneur making USD and decouple income from location.

@paul - just saw your msnbc article. It says you grossed out 1 million in salary. Doesn't really mean much if it's gross and not net. But I also heard others who have benefits interviewed and they have stated how msnbc misrepresented the Financials. Curious that part is true. Or if you had anything to add to how it was written.

Have you ever considered moving to South Korea? Since you are Korean?

Hello Paul. I actually just came across your video on CNBC. Good you are enjoying your stay in Thailand. I actually lived in Bangkok for about three years. The last two years in Asoke. I’m familiar with Thonglor and have been there a few times. I left Thailand a little over a year ago. I’m curious about a couple of things. You have a decent size apartment in Thonglor. The article says you are paying $544 USD per month rent. Which is just under $ 20000 baht per month. That rent is very inexpensive for Bangkok. Especially that area. How did you manage that lol? Your gym membership of $93 usd per month is very high. My memberships at gyms in Bangkok averaged $40 per .month. And that was a western style chain of gyms popular in Thailand.

Paul, another great vid! Over the span of 20 years, I visited Thailand many times for business and pleasure. Upon retirement, I sold everything, got my LTR visa and set up my home in Bangkok. I miss the States, and go back 2-3 times a year, but Thailand is my home now. Salute!

0:01 Bencha City Park? I'm pretty sure it's called Benchasiri Park

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Having lived in Kuala Lumpur IMHO it's better then Bangkok. You talk about trying other places very true. Funny you do not mention Singapore. Expats never go there why? Cost it's NYC or Paris prices. KL is great, food, people not traffic jam like Bangkok. Cheap to live like you 300-500 a month for a brand new furnished condo. Great golf and wide open roads. Best kept secret in Asia is KL :)

Paul is a cross between two famous actors.hmm

Your a genius

I wouldn't swap my city Zurich for Bangkok either. My city has many more advantages to offer:-) For example, very clean water and very clean air, food, environment. The infrastructure is very good. The garbage disposal is solved. There is no poverty, it has a good social network. Citizens are quite happy. There is legal security for everyone, regardless of skin color. The people are friendly and fair to everyone, not because you are a tourist or have money. Traffic is not dangerous. The country looks beautiful, amazing nature and. mountains, villages, rivers, lakes. I can list dozens of advantages, but hardly any disadvantages. Nevertheless, I really enjoy traveling. People need variety. If you need money, you must work. This is everywhere in the world the same. Murphes law😜 In Bangkok you do not really see hard working people, because you live in a dreamworld as far as you have money to spend:-) Or you earn much more money as average workers in Thailand, of course then you can live a much more luxury live. The last point is the advantage of Bangkok.

I live in Philadelphia. It's absolutely horrible 😂

Paul... Dig your vids... Can you find a one bedroom apartment in the area you're in shooting this video? If so, what is the cost... my budget is $500 - $800 per month.😮 I'd be looking for three months. Thank you. ❤🎉

I completely agree. Every six months for a 30 day stay has been perfect for me. (I have family there)

If you want to find a good woman, find a working woman or a woman who often goes to the temple. Or your friend's boyfriend recommended it. There will be a better chance of meeting a good woman than a woman in a red zone. Because they meet many men. It is a benefit in return for you using yourself but you spending money. People may find it difficult to be honest with them. If you fall in love or believe their words Then you become disappointed or bankrupt. If you're sad, who do you blame? If it's not then blame ourselves?

I don't care what this guy said....i'm going to get lost in the sauce of women.

Taxes.

Thailand is a great country to visit but it's not an ideal place to live for long.

Hello it's Office Politics 😮😮😮

what is the point of this video? just to make one ?

Hey I used to watch your old videos. Do you still smoke cigarettes?

The title/cover page is pure Clickbait BS. He posts a title like that and then one minute into the video he says that moving to Thailand was one of the best decisions he has ever made and then goes on to give silly speculative hypotheticals of some people that probably should not move to Thailand. For example, you should not sell all your belongings and move to Thailand if you are only taking a quick break from your country. Seems like the video was made just for the sake of making a video. Definitely a thumbs down.

That's why u don't get a girlfriend, just travel around countries & have flings.Why be responsible for someone else lifestyle

Whats the equipment you used to film this video? The selfie video quality improves a lot.

Why people live in a 27sq meter 10k prison cell is beyond me, Surely it's a downgrade to what they are used to and that's not a recipe for success in my book.

Says the guy that sold everything moved to Thailand and never left,don’t listen to these guys do what you want just like they did🤷

Comfort is where average men go to die

It kinda sad that SO MUCH of the Thailand content is geared to men and about male experiences. I rarely see anything considering the female perspective.

It is not that easy to just move to a different country that you have no experience with no doubt. So Paul you must be quite a dare devil.

You are a typical youtuber. Make up a title to get clicks. You seem to contradict yourself in your various videos. You told CNBC that you went to Thailand for vacation in April of 2021. Why would anyone go on vacation there in 2021? Which visa do you have? I live in Thailand. I have spent significant time there for over 13 years. In 2021 the country was in lock down on and off. If you entered in April of 2021, you had to quarantine for two weeks in a hotel, if that is where you initially stayed. Plus all of the requirements to enter. Proof of vaccination, $100,000 worth of insurance coverage in case of needing COVID treatment, proof of negative test for COVID within 72 hours of leaving the US, testing upon arrival and more. You have done fairly well financially, but I would not consider you to be wealthy by any means. Of course, people have different ideas of what wealthy is. In New York, I wouldn't consider a person making $400,000 a year rich. How many years did you make that amount of money? I would guess not many. Good luck to you.

If you need to earn money, this isn’t the place for you. All the crypto bros and YT bros are eventually going to run out of cash. All these gimmick ways of earning money all come to an end at some point. The teachers I’ve met here, they all complain about not having money. Earning a wage in Thai money really sucks.

Man, i needed this video. U got good thinking process. Apply it to all your decision-making & u will be goldened. famous quote: "a man who can overpower others is strong, but if he can overcome his own weakness, he is invincible". bangkok is lucky to have u. my weakness: alcohol + beautiful women. so scary i have it on lockdown mode :(). ⛑

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