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 :)
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.
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.
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.
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👏🏾👏🏾😂😂
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.
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!
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!
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.
@@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?
@@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.
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 🤗
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
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.
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
Many retirees, globetrotters, digital nomads, and RU-vidrs 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! 🙏🙏
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
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!
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.
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
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 , 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.
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.
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😊😊
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! 🤣🥰
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 😂
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.
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
@@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.
@@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 😄
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….
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.
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
@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!
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
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?
Great video! On average, what would you say that your total monthly costs are when you visit Thailand for 30 days? (minus flights) $1500-2000? (Food, accommodation, phone SIM, insurance, visa, etc.)
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
@@RetireandGo I found polyester material offers clothings that hold their shapes well and dry quickly, which is ideal for travel. When I'm at home I prefer natural fibers (cotton, linen) but when travel I often pack polyester shirts & pants. I just wash them in the bathroom sink and they easily dry overnight. I also pack a couple of odor-resistant merino wool shirts for the days that I am too lazy to wash; you can wear merino wools for days without having to wash them.
@@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.
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 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.
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
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?
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 !
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
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
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
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
