My Costs In Thailand For 30 Days. Thailand travel, Bangkok, Pattaya. Expat living overseas retired

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Komentáře • 215

  • @JaKi052
    @JaKi052 Před 11 dny +2

    Nice one again. Just goes to show: one doesnt need glitz glamour and name brands to have a good time. Simple things in life add value. Attachements are baggage and life is enjoyable when your free like a butterfly. Most things we think we need or should value are told to us by society/advertising/previous generations. thanks i always look forward to your videos even tho i am far from retirement.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 11 dny +1

      I agree
      A simple life with good food and interesting travel works :-)

  • @ianwhittaker3041
    @ianwhittaker3041 Před 6 dny +1

    Love the 30-day cost of living videos.., soooo useful :). The only important thing I would add is a 2-minute summary, with numbers on the screen, detailing the individual costs (accommodation, food in, food out, transport, and others eg data) plus the total for 30 days. Cheers :)

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 6 dny +1

      Thank you !
      They are getting good feedback for sure
      The suggestions are important as well !

  • @tmclbnk
    @tmclbnk Před 11 dny +2

    Like Button ✅ Appreciate this video. Will be watching many times!

  • @jesseinasia
    @jesseinasia Před 13 dny +2

    I love your channel and say this with much respect and friendly teasing, but I find it hilarious that the three meals you show us from a month in THAILAND are Indian, the Sizzler Steak buffet, and kebabs and falafel. Cheers! 🤣🥰

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 12 dny

      Oh yes true
      I do enjoy the local foods though haha

  • @mst6429
    @mst6429 Před 14 dny +4

    Another border run to a new destination, awesome!

  • @neritzayelena
    @neritzayelena Před 15 dny +5

    You miss the little adorable kitty 🐱 when you was hanging your clothes . 🐱🐱🥰🥰

  • @DanielAdisi-ps6wq
    @DanielAdisi-ps6wq Před 15 dny +8

    We are very grateful for the breakdown 🙏

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +2

      You are most welcome
      Have a great day

    • @jameshall2299
      @jameshall2299 Před 14 dny +1

      I had a $13 pad Thai here in Athens that wasn’t better than most $2 pad Thais in Thailand. If you’re still in Bangkok, I highly suggest you go to pad Thai Narok tek. The owner Alex is a pad Thai master and in my opinion makes the best pad Thai I have ever had. $3-4. It would make a great video showcasing his cooking abilities. He has a hole in the wall sit down seating for about 20 people and he cooks out on the sidewalk. All he makes is pad Thai. His restaurant is on Lat ya rd. I usually take a motorcycle grab. He is only open from around 4 pm until he sells out.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny

      @@jameshall2299 that place sounds interesting!

  • @rosstravels.official
    @rosstravels.official Před 13 dny +2

    Great video yet again!! I just can’t believe how much everything costs because I’m so stuck in the American mindset of “oh Kebabs, $18. Laundry service, $10. Shorts repair, $10.” Etc. and in reality, it’s just not that and I’ve experienced Thailand before and love it! But my American mind goes right to the highest price while guessing and that’s why I moved out of the States to another country and I won’t go back 👏🏾. $1.50 for shorts repair too, that’s absurd! So good! Love these breakdown vids! And the bloopers are always so funny to toss in when we can👏🏾👏🏾😂😂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny +1

      The prices are really good overseas
      Try Thailand for 30 days
      It will be a trip !

    • @ItsGonnaGetBumpy
      @ItsGonnaGetBumpy Před 9 dny +1

      I still keep an apartment in Manhattan NYC and I hate to give it up but stupid wasteful. Coming down to crunch decision time.

  • @nunuvyurbiz123
    @nunuvyurbiz123 Před 15 dny +8

    10:49 Mad kitty of Thailand!

  • @2GringosOnTheGulf
    @2GringosOnTheGulf Před 15 dny +3

    This is great information sir. Thank you for sharing this bro.
    Cheers from 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico. 🇲🇽✌🏼

  • @Eonwe
    @Eonwe Před 13 dny +2

    That detailed description of how to do laundry might have just opened up the world to me. I'd been wondering about this for a long time because I would prefer to travel with as little as possible, and the laundry question puzzled me.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny +1

      You are good to go
      I will show you all the little tricks haha

    • @Eonwe
      @Eonwe Před 13 dny +1

      ​@@RetireandGomy mouth was agape and my eyes were wide when you broke that down. Very eureka moment.

  • @jameshall2299
    @jameshall2299 Před 14 dny +4

    Thailand is officially my top choice for countries. I’m currently in Greece and I’ll be heading to turkey and Albania for 3 months, but nothing beats Thailand. So far!

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +2

      Oh my I want to travel to Greece

    • @jameshall2299
      @jameshall2299 Před 14 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo I think Greece would agree with you! Probably a $2500/month budget country.

    • @ItsGonnaGetBumpy
      @ItsGonnaGetBumpy Před 9 dny +1

      I'm in Greece for the summer!!! Weekends in Skopje, Tirana, Sofia, etc and looking forward to wintering in SEA!!! So fortunate to have USD as income but really so displeased with what's happening in the States... not in any hurry to return.

    • @jameshall2299
      @jameshall2299 Před 9 dny +1

      @@ItsGonnaGetBumpy yes, America is not what it once was. I met a guy on a cruise that spent some time in sarande Albania and the pictures he took were amazing! Can’t wait for Albania!
      FYI, we have an Airbnb rental in north central Washington state that we rent out while we are traveling. It’s outside a small town and sits on the Methow river. If you’re looking for a break from Seattle, it might be a nice break?

    • @ItsGonnaGetBumpy
      @ItsGonnaGetBumpy Před 9 dny +1

      @@jameshall2299 thanks for the heads up. Next time I'll be in WA state it'll be at beginning or end of a Trans-Pacific cruise. But I've written it down in my notes. Thanks.

  • @sonplusone7059
    @sonplusone7059 Před 14 dny +2

    Love the 30 day expenses videos. I was laughing with the laundry because I asked that question. That’s a great idea with the laundry 🧺 I think I’ll do that myself. Saving every little bit helps. Have a great day 🤗

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +2

      Thank you for the feedback
      Yes I get asked to please continue them
      Please comment on items you want added to them ok?

    • @sonplusone7059
      @sonplusone7059 Před 14 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo will do. Love your content. In my opinion your one of the best doing this. Have a terrific day 🤗

  • @mangostickyrice555
    @mangostickyrice555 Před 13 dny +3

    Thumbs up 👍 Chris & Aloha (do I have your name right)?

  • @StreetSmartMillionaire
    @StreetSmartMillionaire Před 14 dny +3

    Your subscribers base is growing faster than Dolly Parton's cup size in the 80s.

  • @markstubbs6037
    @markstubbs6037 Před 15 dny +4

    Love your videos but the best part is you seem so genuinely happy. Hope to follow your footsteps soon :)

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      Thank you, I really needed this retirement and travel chapter
      It awaits you as well !

    • @markstubbs6037
      @markstubbs6037 Před 15 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo was in Vietnam a month ago. Planning on heading to Thailand this fall for a trial run!

    • @roygoad2870
      @roygoad2870 Před 14 dny +2

      You often stay in hotels and eat in the same restaurants that I have been to in the last 25 years. It’s like seeing my own life when I was younger. I lived the life your living on and off most of my life. Nothing beats the experience of travel. Now I’am 71 taking it at a slower pace. Pattaya is a perfect base to continue shorter trips!

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@roygoad2870 you are living your best life !

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@markstubbs6037 oh this is great ! Keep us updated

  • @rtt1961
    @rtt1961 Před 8 dny +1

    Informative. Thanks.

  • @methemonkeyking
    @methemonkeyking Před 15 dny +3

    Bangkok is such a beautiful city. I was there two years ago for a week. My next visit will be for a month. I just had Indian food for dinner last night, but for some reason, your meal in the video looked so much better. Can't wait for your next destination.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      I do like a good curry
      I like finding low cost little family spots

  • @brettpower6508
    @brettpower6508 Před 14 dny +1

    That was great! Food looks so good! Wish phillipines had that quality

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      What area in the Philippines are you traveling to ?
      In Angeles city check out 69 Rock Bar
      A Hawaii resident moved there and opened it
      Rooftop sports bar with incredible food

    • @brettpower6508
      @brettpower6508 Před 13 dny +1

      @RetireandGo hey mate, living in dumaguete travelling once a month to different islands, just got back from siargao it was awsome! Flying to Thailand next month.. definitely have Angeles on the list to go visit!

  • @_jamesbradley__
    @_jamesbradley__ Před 12 dny +2

    Excellent information and really great presentation! Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @joezip6389
    @joezip6389 Před 14 dny +1

    Great Info as always. Crazy now I have read that the average car payment in the states is $860 a month not including Insc. My last car payment was in 2004. I just started buy used cars 5 years old and paying cash, helped me save a good amount over the last 20 years. Safe Travels

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      People pay so much for cars !
      It’s outrageous
      No more !

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      You are smart with the used cars

  • @absolutrudy
    @absolutrudy Před 13 dny +1

    For clothing I’d look into trying merino wool shirts. They don’t smell and u can wear them for days even sweating everyday. A bit more expensive but in a bind and multiple day wear without having to wash is an idea for ya. Unbound merino is a good brand but I’m sure in BKK u can find cheaper brands with 100per merino wool

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 12 dny +1

      Merino wool sounds very comfortable for sure !

  • @joeuwest489
    @joeuwest489 Před 14 dny +2

    Thanks for the info

  • @EmpowerWave-ol2ol
    @EmpowerWave-ol2ol Před 14 dny +2

    Great vibe and informative

  • @bradley_Bradley
    @bradley_Bradley Před 15 dny +3

    Speaking of expenses in the West, well you're goona love this one R&G. My Car insurance just went up a whopping $440 a year. Thats 30% more this year than last year and i have no claims and no tickets. One car is 15 years old, the other 18 years old and both paid for. Not to mention new Roof on my House just cost me $20,000 USD. It doesnt end there either but ill spare you the other gory details. Living in the West just isnt worth it and you really have the right idea. Thx for keeping things sensible and showing us there are better options out there.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +2

      Oh my … these prices are just going up
      The roof is needed for insurance now right? Nothing over 20 years allowed or something
      Ugh …
      Too pricey
      I feel for you on those man , I understand

  • @eelfood
    @eelfood Před 15 dny +1

    Love your channel. Thank you.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Thank you very kind
      I appreciate this

  • @lostboi3974
    @lostboi3974 Před 15 dny +2

    Great work!!!

  • @smileofasia2024
    @smileofasia2024 Před 14 dny +1

    Many retirees, globetrotters, digital nomads, and CZcamsrs often highlight the affordability of living in South America or Southeast Asia. While I agree with this sentiment, there's a significant aspect rarely discussed: the actual costs involved in traveling to these destinations. Flight tickets can be quite expensive. Drawing on my 25 years of experience organizing travel in Asia, I can attest to this firsthand. Based on your videos from the past year, you could have visited 17 different countries and revisited some countries up to 7 times within the last year. Could you provide an overview of what portion of your annual budget is allocated to flight tickets? I recall from your previous videos that you aim to manage within a $24,000 annual budget ($2,000 per month). Does this budget include your flight expenses, or are these costs kept separate? I look forward to your insights on this topic in one of your upcoming videos. Happy Travels! 🙏🙏

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Thank you for this
      Yes it absolutely includes flights
      Round trip from Bangkok to Bali and back was $68
      Bangkok to Malaysia and back with a three weeks hotel stay … $180
      Southeast Asia is low cost
      Flight between countries are crazy cheap

  • @ScruffyNomad
    @ScruffyNomad Před 15 dny +2

    Christopher, another great episode! When you have an opportunity to do so, can you please feature what your strategy is when arriving in a new country and then having to produce an onward ticket requirement for the next country when you don’t have a set itinerary? Much appreciated. Mahalo!

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +2

      Oh yes ok I’ll cover this thank you so much
      I appreciate suggestions

  • @ThailandOrBust1111
    @ThailandOrBust1111 Před 15 dny +2

    Your so happy ! Great video wow Bangkok is beautiful love all the raised areas fountains and sights, ps Sizzlers...whaat Wonder if its the same restaurant chain from USA? The milk coffee holy cow the cup even had a little carry strap that is cool. You are so awesome and different, thank you so much this is one of my favorites. 13:39 😮lol.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      Yes true
      The salad bar price there is great !

  • @rooshaa6274
    @rooshaa6274 Před 14 dny +3

    Hi bro! I love your shirts, where did you get them from?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Alfi in Bali
      Little local shop
      They are like $15 or something
      Legian area

  • @MrH2O1984
    @MrH2O1984 Před 14 dny +1

    Great video 🤙🏼

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Thank you and big aloha right back at ya

  • @charlieosburn1232
    @charlieosburn1232 Před 13 dny +3

    You are great bro!

  • @georgeschahoud7160
    @georgeschahoud7160 Před 15 dny +3

    My friend, you've shocked me with these prices, we've been robbed here in Canada.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      I totally understand
      I’m from Hawaii and we are crazy expensive

  • @MayfairCarpenter
    @MayfairCarpenter Před 3 dny +1

    🎉

  • @charlesmcdonald8654
    @charlesmcdonald8654 Před 15 dny +1

    Surprisingly cheap for a big city. All very good information. Looking forward to your next country and adventure.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Great prices for sure
      Thank you
      Have a good week

  • @glenmore100
    @glenmore100 Před 15 dny +1

    I am glad to see you again...I have been busy few days... I need to catch up.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      I totally understand
      Are you enjoying the summer ?
      Traveling ? Family ?

    • @glenmore100
      @glenmore100 Před 14 dny +2

      Not in Texas...But pretty soon I will be going to Thailand, Malaysia, and Angkor Wat after a visit to Korea.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      @@glenmore100 oh my that’s a great trip you have planned !

  • @josephschickler5192
    @josephschickler5192 Před 14 dny +1

    Aloha fellow Kama'aina. What my wife and I are doing is when we book a hotel, we usually opt for the breakfast included. Usually only $2-5 more. Then eat a nice dinner later in the evening. Gotten used to eat only twice a day. Keep up the good work. Bye the way, been in Phenom Pehn for the past 10 days. Unless you in into late-night partying, you should give it a pass. Very pedestrian unfriendly Probably the worst in all of S.E. Asia. Off to Kuching Maylasia next week.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I appreciate this information very much thank you
      Please keep us updated

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I’m heading to Penang Malaysia this year !
      Update us on your trip

    • @josephschickler5192
      @josephschickler5192 Před 13 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo , we're off to Kuching Maylasia in a couple of days. It's kind of off the tourist spotlight. It's in Borneo, Malaysia, and it's supposed to be the best time of year to visit.

  • @kevinthailand2567
    @kevinthailand2567 Před 15 dny +2

    I had a good chuckle when I saw the tops of your feet in the massage... Tiger stripes. Proof positive of Teeva sandals. I have the same permanent tan marks 😂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      Yes true haha !
      So comfortable and light

  • @kevinstrong7520
    @kevinstrong7520 Před 15 dny +9

    bro.. I am not washing my dayum clothes in the bathroom to save money. C'MON MAN LOLOL

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +11

      Hey you can use a laundry place in Asia as well they are everywhere :-)
      Remember, I only own one backpack of things … that’s it
      So it’s just fast haha

    • @kevinstrong7520
      @kevinstrong7520 Před 15 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo I hear ya and I love your channel and your freedom. However, I am not retiring to wash ANY clothes in a bathroom. I am a fan (luv)

    • @nunuvyurbiz123
      @nunuvyurbiz123 Před 14 dny +1

      @@kevinstrong7520 I understand where you're coming from. I also appreciate his content/philosophy, but have no intention of testing how little I can spend. I think he's just showing what's possible, not that everyone should do it his way. Spending more is way easier than spending less.

    • @Scottys_Philippine_Adventure
      @Scottys_Philippine_Adventure Před 14 dny +1

      @@RetireandGoNothing wrong with that, it’s liberating traveling out of a small backpack 🎒. Nothing wrong with hand scrubbing your clothes every now and then too, good for the soul 😄. Dude it’s cool seeing how you and also your channel have grown in just the short time I’ve watched your channel. I’m back in usa saving up to get back out to Se Asia and love watching your vids. It’s also cool for me because your hitting up all the countries I want to visit, your strategies are awesome muh friend. Stay safe brutha 😄

    • @_jamesbradley__
      @_jamesbradley__ Před 12 dny +2

      Kevin, your “Bro” comment…. you don’t know him well enough to criticize his content.
      Nowadays, on social media, everyone can hide behind their keyboard. I think you should reconsider your comment!! You did not say how excellent all the information was in this video. You only criticize his washing….

  • @user-le8kk9od5m
    @user-le8kk9od5m Před 14 dny +1

    Thanks for info about hotels in Bangkok! I always stay on the soi 4 area then eat at the Bus Stop bar and grill. Your brilliant about saving money I did the 25 baht laundry packets a couple times works great! Thank you for the great videos😊😊

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I’ve heard about that bus stop grill
      I’ll try that

  • @MA-pp4pr
    @MA-pp4pr Před 14 dny +1

    I can't wait to get back to Thailand.
    Just last night in Vancouver, WA, I had a Chinese buffet dinner, $20 a person (not including the tip). But truthfully, I mostly stay away from the buffet lines. LOL. I gotta keep watching that waist line, on or off vacation.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I understand completely
      It can get so pricey
      Yes true buffet are danger haha

  • @Silom355
    @Silom355 Před 10 dny +1

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @briansallery1295
    @briansallery1295 Před 15 dny +2

    Thanks again for the great content. Would you consider meet up sessions for mentoring?
    BTW what is the grey pad you carry on your back pack?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      I wish I had the energy to do more like you suggest
      It’s a good idea 100 percent!
      I’m filming and editing 12 to 16 hour days ugh haha :-)
      The pad is for sciatic nerve pain when I’m on a plane or bus sitting
      Also for wood chairs in hotel rooms
      I have bad sciatic pain sitting ouch !
      You can find it on Amazon
      I think I have the link in my description
      It’s a must have for travel for me I love it

    • @btcchg7813
      @btcchg7813 Před 14 dny +1

      ​@@RetireandGoIsn't that just the opposite of retirement? In fact, you still have a full-time job; but now as a CZcamsr.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@btcchg7813 what is retirement anymore haha
      Stay active
      Stay creative

  • @99somerville
    @99somerville Před 14 dny +1

    good one.

  • @BangNguyen-ux4ie
    @BangNguyen-ux4ie Před 15 dny +3

    Could you share info about lightweight, quick dry clothings that you found useful. TIA

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +2

      Yes for sure
      O’Neil shorts TRVLR expedition model
      The best for travel and theft protection
      Also dries very fast
      What do you like to use ?

  • @joemcneal
    @joemcneal Před 14 dny +1

    Thank you for the practical tips. Now I know how to do laundry and use my clothes longer rather than throwing them away. Taking clothes to be repaired by a seamstress if definitely not an American habit but should be.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Yes the seamstress I use will repair backpacks as well

  • @beehive5835
    @beehive5835 Před 14 dny +1

    Excellent information! I'm looking forward to see you review Eastern European countries.

  • @Chris-dw6cu
    @Chris-dw6cu Před 14 dny +1

    How can i find a seamstress? And where's the store you get your screen redone? Do they do Apple phones as well or just Android?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Check the seamstress out in front of the suttus court hotel
      Screens in Bangkok but there are low cost shops in Pattaya as well
      I think I mentioned the shop name in the video

  • @bradley_Bradley
    @bradley_Bradley Před 15 dny +1

    I think in Florida and other parts of the Hurricane prone South you do need a new roof every 10-12 years to keep your insurance. Here in AZ I don’t believe it’s required. My house is 27 years old and still had the original roof. I wish I could have Sold before the new roof was necessary but I just wasn’t at the place in life to move. I’m still working, but only for a few more years. These next few years prior to retirement I will keep visiting Thailand etc since the job is very flexible. I’m planning on 6 weeks in SEAsia towards the end of this year

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      Oh my every 12 years
      Goodness… that’s like $20,000
      I can’t afford these things any more
      Florida is nice though :-)

  • @moisesdevs
    @moisesdevs Před 14 dny +1

    Hey I just found your channel and can't thank you enough. You have given me inspiration to go for my CCNA and Security+, I have the A+ and Network + already.. I do want to know if it's possible to bring your partner abroad when you work in contracting?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny

      This is great !
      You are in your way !
      Japan and Europe may have positions where you live off base in housing
      That might be a thought

  • @jangeo0724
    @jangeo0724 Před 15 dny +2

    👍🏼

  • @koufax174
    @koufax174 Před 14 dny +1

    🙏🏼

  • @mohammadasifrao4190
    @mohammadasifrao4190 Před 11 dny +1

    nice video. west is way expensive and out of control now

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 11 dny

      Thank you, Yes I can’t afford it anymore

  • @user-do6uy5jb6n
    @user-do6uy5jb6n Před 14 dny +1

    Unbelievably fantastic everything the food, the seamstress, the walking the hotel man how do I do this? Where do I start? I’m in for reals I’m in.❤

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Thank you for this .
      Yes you can for sure
      Give yourself a trip you deserve
      Go spend a few weeks in Thailand ok?

  • @alohastateofmind3565
    @alohastateofmind3565 Před 14 dny +1

    I prefer to use my Chevrolegs for transportation too!

  • @piotrrogalski7611
    @piotrrogalski7611 Před 14 dny +2

    Bangkok the great!❤

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I agree
      A great city to walk and explore

  • @thanhcnguyen6274
    @thanhcnguyen6274 Před 14 dny +1

    it’s hard to survive with $5k/month for a family in Australia 😢😢😢

  • @justbeingme1806
    @justbeingme1806 Před 14 dny +1

    I can live on Falafel wraps! I’m happy to see you are eating some greens and less fried foods. That stuff is killing is. If you haven’t noticed I’m into my veggies ….. how expensive is the produce there. I eat kale every single day! Lol How is the selection for vegan fare?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      True
      I need less fried foods !
      Thank you

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      Oh my
      Thailand is a vegetarian heaven
      Local and Indian dishes cheap
      Fresh veggies fruits cheap

  • @garyzies3486
    @garyzies3486 Před 13 dny +1

    You did not include the cost of "extra services" 🙂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny +1

      Haha yeah that’s available but expensive very expensive

  • @CrisusAttucks
    @CrisusAttucks Před 14 dny +1

    I'm just now getting ready to head out. I'm a little concerned about buying shoes and t-shirts, I have big feet and im 6'2 and 250 pounds. do you get deliveries from Amazon?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      I totally understand
      I recommend you go to the Night Bazzar in Pattaya
      They have many sizes
      Also there is a Taylor that will custom make pants and shirts for big guys like you !

  • @trevr1969
    @trevr1969 Před 15 dny +2

    Thanks for the summary! what is the 30 day grand total roughly?
    Also, can you share roughly what your total has been since you left Hawaii last time... 2 or 3 months ago I guess it was... You don't have to include the flight out of Hawaii.
    Thanks a bunch

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      Yes for sure
      I keep every month under $2000 including airfare
      Annual under $24,000
      Latin America was about the same but hotels we’re priced higher

    • @trevr1969
      @trevr1969 Před 14 dny +1

      ​@@RetireandGo really? Yeah I think that's a good amount to budget $2,000 US dollars a month. Thanks for sharing!

  • @brucesnyder690
    @brucesnyder690 Před 15 dny +2

    Another great video. Off to Phuket tomorrow. We have a great budget hotel. We know plenty of good inexpensive restaurants. Great beaches, plenty of walkjng. Gonna be awesome.
    Take care.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      Oh fantastic! It’s nice there
      I like to walk the beach and up the road to the nice views

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      Oh fantastic! It’s nice there
      I like to walk the beach and up the road to the nice views

    • @brucesnyder690
      @brucesnyder690 Před 15 dny +2

      @RetireandGo yes, plenty of good walking places. And to Danang jn August. Low cost, great place and grest walking by the Beach.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@brucesnyder690 keep us updated !
      Very nice

  • @ynasra1065
    @ynasra1065 Před 14 dny +1

    The turkish sauces are not good with the shawerma or falafel ....they r adding like a ketchup to both ,thats not good

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I’m more of a yogurt sauce guy in those
      Thoughts?

  • @winnerwinnerchickendinner8809

    I heard Philippines has changed their immigration law and now offer permanent residency for US citizens

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      Indonesia has a new one year visa , I think Laos too !
      So many new visas !
      I say choose one and go
      Thoughts ?
      Philippines is a great idea !

    • @winnerwinnerchickendinner8809
      @winnerwinnerchickendinner8809 Před 15 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo Philippines is great since majority of the people speak English and many nice beaches. However, when come to foods compared to other Southeast Asian countries are not quite as good but they many western restaurants there since last time I was there 3 yrs ago.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809 very true !

  • @genericchannel5899
    @genericchannel5899 Před 14 dny +1

    I must be getting old and senile. Did I miss when you said what your total 30 day budget was?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I probably am haha !
      Well, I keep every month under $2000
      My annual is under $24,000

    • @genericchannel5899
      @genericchannel5899 Před 14 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo That seems to be a good middle-ground for most vloggers in SEA. Some of the guys on 1k in the phils live in a way I personally think of as camping. Some of the 3k+ folks are staying in 4 star hotels and only eat western food.
      2k seems like a good life.

  • @CJINPARADISE
    @CJINPARADISE Před 13 dny +1

    Lived or live in Hawaii? Was there myself for many years.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 13 dny

      Oh yes, I moved there in 89
      In the navy back then
      Have a good day !

  • @vanhalen45
    @vanhalen45 Před 14 dny +1

    Looks like you are losing weight. How, with all those great and abundant foods? What was the approximate monthly grand total?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      I am trying to
      Thank you
      Total monthly is under $2000 every month

  • @themarketingplace
    @themarketingplace Před 14 dny +1

    the most expensive thing are Thai bar girls

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      Expensive! Haha
      Even alcohol can get too expensive
      Too much for me

  • @thumperyz69
    @thumperyz69 Před 15 dny +1

    Please remind us what City, ST you came from...Thanks

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      I live in Honolulu Hawaii
      Too expensive though so I sold everything and took one backpack to Asia and beyond
      Are you a light traveler as well ?

    • @thumperyz69
      @thumperyz69 Před 15 dny +2

      @@RetireandGo Ha... I am 60 yrs old. Still working the grind in the States. Watching videos like this reminds me that there has to be more to life....

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@thumperyz69 the world awaits you
      Go while your body can get you there I say

  • @portlandGTR
    @portlandGTR Před 15 dny +1

    Genuine question, what, as a single man would make your rent $2,600 a month? I have payments on a $115,000 car as well as rent and insurance and gas and i live alone. For all of those in at 2,500ish a month. I live in a major metro area, Portland Oregon in the middle of downtown as well. 995 a month for a 1 bedroom, 1100 car payment, 400 a month insurance and I don’t drive much so maybe 80-100 gas for the car. Just wondering why rent is so much

    • @nornill6885
      @nornill6885 Před 15 dny +3

      He lived in Hawaii. Here in Texas a 1 Bedroom in DFW area is $1500 average.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      Hawaii … that’s the deal
      And get this .. that’s average
      You would not believe the costs
      Food ? Insane
      Gas? Highest in USA
      Everything else … highest haha

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      @@nornill6885 I like the Arlington area
      My dad and brother both live there
      :-)
      Mesquite BBQ in mesquite Texas is my favorite!

    • @scottcarter3392
      @scottcarter3392 Před 15 dny +1

      Lol from mesquite Tx , had around 100+ Bbq meals there. Summer 2025 retiring in Thailand small world.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      @@scottcarter3392 it’s a great spot :-)

  • @SlimGlynn1
    @SlimGlynn1 Před 15 dny +1

    How much is your monthly costs?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Under $2000 a month including airfare
      Under $24,000 a year in Asia
      Boom !

    • @SlimGlynn1
      @SlimGlynn1 Před 14 dny

      @@RetireandGo Nice! Thank you

  • @antonr.7776
    @antonr.7776 Před 15 dny +1

    Marine Paradise Hotel has the worst reviews on booking...

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      It was not the best
      I showed video and everything
      You can decide now with more information, that’s why I show the video to help everyone out
      Cheap and the pool area was nice

  • @neritzayelena
    @neritzayelena Před 15 dny +1

    What about food and health care, car maintenance, miscellaneous???? 🙏🙏😎🇵🇦🌎

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +1

      Did I not cover these?
      My bad
      I’ll remember in future monthly reports
      Food : $300 to $400 monthly
      Healthcare: $100 a month travel insurance plan
      :-)

    • @neritzayelena
      @neritzayelena Před 15 dny

      Sorry that was a reply for the guy from Portland Oregon. 😅😂 thanks anyway . 😇🙌

  • @HexFlex-ss9rm
    @HexFlex-ss9rm Před 14 dny +1

    Have you ever been told that you look like Powers Booth ? 😂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      Oh that is a new one haha
      Thank you, have a good week :-)

  • @neritzayelena
    @neritzayelena Před 15 dny +1

    Did you mention how much you pay for cell a month ?? Please and thank you. 🙌🙏😇😎🇵🇦🌎

    • @VittoShulman
      @VittoShulman Před 15 dny

      He doesnt have any. Using wifi in hotels and coffee shops.

    • @damienyuen7718
      @damienyuen7718 Před 14 dny

      @@VittoShulman Sim cards are very cheap. I would think that he has one.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Great question
      I started with a basic plan and used WiFi for data
      It was like $50
      But now I need the data more often so I’m on the international plan
      It’s double that
      But most travelers do not need that much

  • @ynasra1065
    @ynasra1065 Před 14 dny +2

    Falafel is the best food in the world and makes the best sandwich specially when done by a good cook ......i make very good ones at home

  • @LarsAndersen-ig9yt
    @LarsAndersen-ig9yt Před 15 dny +1

    The mad cat in the intro?
    India?

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      That’s a sanctuary in Pattaya
      They do healthcare and sometimes keep injured animals
      The tourism funds the place

    • @LarsAndersen-ig9yt
      @LarsAndersen-ig9yt Před 14 dny

      @@RetireandGo Oh, I see.
      What a beauty💛🧡❤

  • @freddie8518
    @freddie8518 Před 14 dny +1

    Oh boy can you eat lol.

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny

      Haha yeah
      Truth
      It’s mostly for the videos though I make small meals in my room as well

  • @fgafootball
    @fgafootball Před 15 dny +1

    Dude washes his own clothes in a tiny bucket 😂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny +3

      Yep
      Only one backpack of items I own on earth
      Two long sleeve shirts
      Fast and easy :-)

    • @fgafootball
      @fgafootball Před 15 dny +1

      @@RetireandGo it's 40 baht a kilo. Washed and folded. On some things I suggest you take it easy 😂

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 14 dny +1

      @@fgafootball haha
      I understand

    • @fgafootball
      @fgafootball Před 14 dny

      @@RetireandGo it's one of the things I love about Thailand, laundry is easily accessible and very cheap.

  • @neritzayelena
    @neritzayelena Před 15 dny +2

    You miss the little adorable kitty 🐱 when you was hanging your clothes . 🐱🐱🥰🥰

    • @RetireandGo
      @RetireandGo  Před 15 dny

      Oh really ? I love them little cats roaming