RETIRE SOUTH EAST ASIA: First things you have to consider 

Eddy one of my best friends waited and waited now he's over 70 and in ill health and couldn't risk it now. His time thinking about retiring is over him. My target is before I'm 50 and still very much achievable for me. Do it eddy don't make the mistake that my mate did and Live to regret. Wishing you all the best eddy. It would be fantastic seeing you retire in Thailand mate. 🎉😊😊😊

Glad to hear you're going to make the move to retire. Ive been retired in Thailand for 10 years. The first few years I used to drink far too many beers to cool down and saw it as normal. I got gout and some indicators I was on rocky road. But now I rent a nice apartment and its totally under control. I drink a few glasses of cold wine a few times a week with dinner. Ive cut out beers which causes gout and fill my days with interesting things that dont need me perching on a bar stool with beers. Enjoy your great healthy retirement in Thailand! Lastly I find renting a monthly apartment makes you feel more at home and keeps you out of too many bars.

I’am over 3 years ahead of you Eddie, living the good life here in Thailand. Won’t repeat myself, but your on the right track about avoiding alcohol, I still have a beer every now and then, when I’am in the mood. I have a friend here in Jomtien from Texas, he’s 79 been living here for over 20 years, he still travels, just come back from Ao Nang, he went on his big 1200cc motorbike. We have a weekly 3K run along Dongtan Beach early in the morning, can’t be beat. Good luck Eddie, choose who you meet, certainly not the party crowd. Enjoy your next phase in life, take it slow try not to overthink it, keep yourself active and spontaneous 😊. Oh and it hasn’t really rained here in the Pattaya area for the last few weeks!

I agree with the idea of keeping a place in England and just going to Pattaya for a 2 month trip say every 2 years early jan to early march would suit me. I find it easy to enjoy my days with reading, films, sport, music, computer games, walks, gym, coffee shops, a few drinks in the evening, i enjoy in moderation

Hi Eddy, good to see you, well done with booze thats brilliant, I was in Pattaya all July, I went out total 8 nights, 2 of them non alcohol, Coco gym, out walking, swimming pool, nice coffee shops and restaurants lots to do and lots to vlog about without getting hammered every night where ever you are, good luck Eddy wherever you go I am sure plenty of us will be watching you (64 by the way), like many others family keeps me in the Uk , holidays are getting longer and more frequent, thats the way for me

Good luck with your plans. I am 60, but decided on long holidays rather than a permanent move. I think it is important to keep a UK base to escape to if things don't work out. I think not drinking is a good plan, it will help you avoid the trappings of ex pat life. Try not to get too "Daily Mail" about the UK.

I retired to Thailand as an expat at age 67. Now 9 years later loving it here in Jomtien 50 metres from the beach. Every facility a person could want exists here. Living here will help you live longer guaranteed.

That’s marvellous news Eddie, finally given up alcohol and planning well deserved retirement in the Far East.. At the age of 62 you’re going to be snapped up by those lovely Thai ladies.. you’ve got my support Eddie go for it.💯👍🏼

Amen Eddy. Love your videos. Go for it. From USA. Retired to philipines this year April. 65 retired and loving foreign country adventure...

Hey Eddie. Great to hear from you. I am also planning to retire in Malaysia in another 6 years time although I did think about retiring in either Thailand or Indonesia - in fact I have come back from Malaysia after my 6th visit there and did my 3rd Indonesia visit just before that. I have never drank any alcohol in my life so I am totally teetotal. Honestly Eddie, it is better to keep away from booze altogether and have a healthy lifestyle but also limit the greasy takeaways as well, keep yourself fit, play some sports - this is what I do and kept myself in good shape. And do the country walks like you are doing right now in the video - I go for country walks as well around where I live in the East Midlands. I have been to Med countries myself so many times and I did think about retiring in either Spain, Portugal or Greece. And even in some of the Arab speaking countries like UAE or Qatar but it is South East Asia that appeals me the most. And the weather in England is pretty horrible especially in the winter with short daylight hours - it is depressing. We had pretty crap summer this year. The NHS is a shambles and let's not start about our dodgy government so I totally get you.

I’m retiring there in 3 years , good on you Eddie , I’ll be 62 then , I’m happily married to a Thai lady for over 20 years now , she’s been with me in the uk for over 20 years , we’ve talked about the move & it’s the right thing to do , great video Eddie

Well Ed, what a fantastic plan,best of luck with it all,I truly think that moving there will add years to your life,👍,I can't wait to bolt myself 👍

Ed its great to hear you being so positive, Peter on thailand bound, did not go through a insurance company for his health as he found it never cover much, he has put I think about £ 20000 in a savings account. Hats of to you as I would love to retire in Asia but I have kids and a granddaughter and I would miss them to much, I am just going to take long holidays instead, hope to catch up with you maybe one day and I will buy you a bottled water lol 😊

I hv been retired in Thailand for one year now, Eddie. Despite living in the middle East for 13 years and Hong Kong for 25, the constant heat and humidity can be a drag. But it is a lovely place and money goes very far. Good luck with it.

Lived in Thailand for 15 years. I've seen some sad expats. You need hobbies, interests to occupy your time as well as exercise. Just walking has major benefits. Health insurance is a necessity, the Muppets will tell you different. A healthy diet with fruit and fresh veggies will set you up nicely. Good luck.

Eddie, I’m in the same mindset as you, but in the US. One option I thought about. Moving into an over 55 age subdivision. It provides the social aspect of life we need. Then going to SE Asia for three month stays twice a year during the best seasons. Makes the Visa issue and health care easier. Just a thought.

Not seen you for a while mate. I grew up in Asia (Hong Kong) but as my dad worked for the airline we spent a lot of time in Thailand and Philippines I was a young monger at 14. My dad retired to Philippines. After Asia I spent a lot of time in the west, UK, US, Australia and NZ but I guess I just didn't settle and got fed up with all the bureaucracy and lack of freedom not to mention the cost. Asia also comes with its challenges and living here is very different to holidaying here as you well know. There is no perfect place on this planet you have to decide what things are important for you and go find 'em. The subject of alcohol is very close to my heart (and liver), I had the onset of cirrhosis and basically cut right back, I have the will power to do that, some of my friends who are no longer with us, didn't. The main problem lies in the fact that people get bored and it's easy to say f**k it I'll got and see some mates down the boozer. I can tell you from experience managing your time in retirement in Asia is as important as managing your finances! You need hobbies and things to do, booze and crumpet only take you so far. You'll need a long term plan for how you manage your time as well as finances. Finances - I've seen so many people fail to adequately prepare, they forget about inflation, they get caught up in dodgy Asian investments and they forget the exchange rate changes! At one time in Philippines the UKP was over 100, now it's around 70, that's a big hair cut and you must think about emergencies and like you said you don't know how long you're going to live. I know people who have gotten ill, can't afford to go to the good hospitals and have died as such, others didn't have the money for an airline ticket to make it home. There again my old man is 80, smokes 2 packs of fags a day and drink a bottle of booze for years and he's still above ground. It's a minefield, but regardless mate, I wish you the very best, Asia is brilliant if you sort your shit out.

To finally admit your achohol problem is a huge step to you maybe living 10 years longer than you probably would have. Well done to you. Huge respect 🙏

I miss the livestreams with the booze and pork pies but I’m happy you are healthy and motivated to live a better life abroad

My company sent me to South East Asia in 1988. I was 35 years old single and I met my wife 1991 in the Philippines. Working in SEA, 22 years in Indonesia, was not comparable to Germany and enjoyed it very much. 2016 we left Indonesia and I retired in the Philippines. Now 70 years old but I feel like 60 I agree with you that the weather and the smile of the people is what keeps you young. I love beer and if you control the consumption it's not a problem. I think that you have enough knowledge about living in Asia and I am sure you'll enjoy it. A good friend of mine,same age as I, from England told me that the UK is not an option for him. Good luck and looking forward to your adventure.😁

Hi Ed, First of all well done on your sobriety! You should be really proud of your self. Certainly not an easy thing to do! Regarding your retirement to South East Asia I think is an excellent Idea Ed! The only thing I would recommend would be to rent out your house for a year or two just to see how you get on actually living there rather than just visiting!! Which I know from experience can be very different. Anyway all the very best for the future Ed! You have plenty of adventures ahead of you Buddy. Take care, Mike

It’s good you are taking the time to plan the move Eddy. I’ve got a sneaky sneaky feeling, you’re going to enjoy this. Well done in going teetotal.

Well said Eddie, my parents were stationed in India during the British Raj ( as in The Jewel in the Crown ) period and I was born there. I was fortunate to have had a privileged upbringing with servants and a different lifestyle, in this respect I am bonded with India, I am not the same having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world. India: As far as I can judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on its rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked...Stop every now and then..Just stop and enjoy..Take a deep breath..Relax and take in the abundance of life. You are watching a spectacular spectacular in 3D and full stereophonic sound. It is such a diverse country with the highest mountains in the world: deserts: jungles: beaches: varied cultures and languages and most important of all its "cheap n cheerful" It has, of course, ease of access to Nepal (even cheaper than India) Sri Lanka: Burma: Bhutan: short flights to Cambodia: Thailand and Bali, In the 60s I backpacked across Europe and have crossed America but I am drawn back to India and the amazing adventures I have had to revisit these last 40 years. At age 65, I bought a motorbike and did a solo trip up the Himalayas to Sikkim and then onto Nepal a journey of 3 months blowing with the wind. Three years ago at the age of 8o, I was white water rafting in the Himalayas and then my life was put on hold with the onset of Covid. Now more than ever I realize that I will never be content with a sedentary life and that I will always be haunted by thoughts of a sun-drenched elsewhere, “The Wanderlust has got me... by the belly-aching fire” Your travel life is a dream's essence. It is peopled with characters you have never seen before and probably never see again, you are like the Vikings or Master Mariners of the Elizabethan age, who have gone into a world of adventure, and home is not home until you return…Once you have travelled the voyage never ends, but is played out over and over again in the quietest chambers..the mind can never break off from the journey. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. Turn up your fantasy dials and let your imagination run riot. I still have a full deck; I just shuffle slower now. I'm really a Recycled Teenager. It's Never Too Late To Have A Happy Childhood.

Thank you Eddie for a great video. I'm in a similar place in my life, 60 years old and considering retirement in Thailand. Alcohol has also been a problem for me these past 10 years. You gave me hope.

I’ve lived overseas for many years and one question I would pose is when you do require medical treatment in old age. Who will be around to help you regardless of the amount of insurance you have? I bet the percentage of old age returnees is really high. I would keep travelling there, doing your stuff and when you can’t stay home where you know the score. Another point I would make is do not sell up because you do not need to. Keep your money in your home country and rent a home so you can up sticks and move on/return as needed. You’ll be a much poorer person if you sell up and take your money with you.

My step mom passed away 3 weeks ago at 62, my dad just had a massive coronary at almost 72, they both smoked like chimney's, good on you giving up the booze and never smoking and thinking about your health and future Eddie, you are right you may last another 30 years indeed, more power to you mate! Thailand has a yearly retirement visa for those over 50 no? May be the best bet for those who qualify.

Great decision Ed. Love your positive attitude. I,ve been retired here in Thailand for 7 years from Uk and now 64 yrs old and it.s been a great move1

Fairplay to you Eddie still off the booze and retiring in S.E.A. I am 37 and plan to retire age 50 out there fella. Great video Damien

I agree the UK is boring and expensive now. I've been retired in Thailand for 10 years. Great weather, cheaper to live, good food. I chose to self insure with health. Health insurance premiums get more expensive as you get older, and many companies wont insure you over 70.

Enjoy your vids Eddy as most viewers do going by the comments! Although no word of "Inflation" is mentioned especially if talking about 25yrs, it's the main concern for all @ the moment particularly Thailand. I spent 80/90's in Thailand but due to the lack of wealth creation moved on to Australia, a very rich country so easy to set up for retirement so much so it's cheaper to live as senior citizen than Thailand. I always need a base so a house is a must if your going to spend 20+yrs for health & safety& cost.

I had to give up alcohol at 41 for health reasons . My big tip is non alcohol beer . I’m pretty sure you can get Heineken zero in Thailand . It’s much better when you can go too a bar and have a beer instead of soft drink or water .

Brilliant idea about retiring to SEA, I’m a few years younger than you (4) and it’s been on my radar for 5 years, I’m definitely retiring to SEA IN 2025 , I was amazed looking at this Video Ed, it was like you were talking about me but I’m from Ireland 🇮🇪, I can’t stand this country and longer because of the exact reasons you have said , ie Mass immigration, police state country now , taxes, unfriendliness, big brother stuff, im sick of it, I follow a lot of British people on Twitter and I think a lot of people there are thinking the same way, it’s time to leave, nothing left worth staying for. Regards 🙏👍☘️

👍congratulations on your upcoming retirement! Enjoy!! I think many of us in the West feel as you do and want to leave our country in retirement. I like Malaysia a lot, but their MM2H program got expensive. Hoping they change it in the future. Each state has different requirements, but I like KL and Penang. Housing is very affordable, rent or purchase. It will be easy to travel all over Asia on the low cost airlines, or bus & trains. Maybe I'll see you over there.😁

You are my favourite vlogger Eddy! I've watched every video you've published for many years back.

Congratulations! Showing us your step-by-step process (country selection, visa, financial requirements, insurance and housing) will make great video content! Really excited to see.

First things 1st, that hat looks great, might get one myself. I’ve basically stopped drinking at home and yes it feels better. I will drink socially but that’s not often. However when I was in the Philippines earlier this year I drank a San Miguel Pilsen Grande (1 litre) of an evening and it felt more like a health tonic due to the tropical climate. I barely felt any alcohol effect and if anything it helped me to sleep. Next morning I always felt great.

let's just be honest, it's the end of an era guys

I’m of the same mind as you Eddie, and seriously considering retiring in SE Asia now. I’m not happy in the UK, it’s not the country that I grew up in any more…it’s unrecognisable. I’ve not decided 100%, which out of my two favourite countries I will live in. I could well spend six months in each. I’ve been to both often enough to know I will be happier there, for all the reasons you mentioned. Well done for beating the booze mate, that’s massive.

Health insurance is an issue abroad. Read that self-insuring is a good option. Insurance companies have a way of getting out of paying anything. Luckily, most medical costs in Thailand are a fraction of what it costs in the West. Some of the major ones are heart surgery, prostatectomy, hernia, and hip replacement.

Congratulations on a well thought out decision. You seem to be doing everything right. There are 3 things I think you need to give serious thought. 1) assume a time range you expect to live. 2) Create a budget of future expenses and revenues (if possible, prepare prior year's spending habits to give you an idea of spending patterns), and do this on a spreadsheet preferable comparing actual to budget.. 3) Assume you will eventually go back, this happens often. The seven year itch is true, after several years you might want to move on. Good luck

I think the important thing is to occupy yourself with a purpose during retirement. You have to have something to wake up and look forward to. People think they are going to lay on the beach every day with a foo foo umbrella drink. That's hogwash. Even if it's just teaching a few hours a day. Another reason is to find a woman who appreciates a mature guy. And yes, your retirement dollars will go farther in South East Asia. 🌏 Good luck, mate!

If you're 62 and retired in thailand you will not feel old, in the UK you will feel obsolete. 😊

Its boredom not alcohol that will be your enemy in retirement IMO. Dont obsess too much about having to be teetotal. If you drink in moderation a couple of nights a week that will not severely affect your health. Keep yourself busy with hobbies and interests away from the bars and you will do just fine. All the best with your plans for next year.

Congratulations on 4 months booze free. I just passed my 4th year booze free the other week. Never felt better.

Hi Eddie, I am in my mid 70's now, and retired to Spain when I was 55 years of age. Although I have returned to England now, I don't regret one minute I was living abroad. In fact I would return tomorrow if I could, but currently personal and health reasons are stopping me. This country is not what it once was, and it seems to be getting worse. In fact, I emigrated in 2002 because I was sick with this country and how things were going. So I say go for it my friend, and at least you have already sampled life in South East Asia and know what to expect. Good luck Eddie.

You can get fed up of the heat in SEA , sometimes its nice to be able to pop back to the UK in the summer months , it also gives you an appetite for your return . PS some of the loneliest people I've ever met have also been the biggest drinkers I've come across.

Wow. That will mean endless Steady Eddy videos from Asia in 2024. 🥳

Sounds about right to me Eddie. You've got your head on straight. You have your health prioritized. You're starting to investigate the insurance. And you have a year to plan and execute the whole enchillada. Once again, keep up the good work on the sobriety. Glad you are feeling better. It's great feeling isn't it? Everyone's different, but I personally know that I can have a great time anywhere sipping on an iced tea or a coke as opposed to a beer. And I'm speaking with 38 years experience being sober. Just remember that you made the decision not to drink as a your own personal health decision. Nobody has a right question that decision, so you go right on ahead and plop yourself down on any chair in any country you choose (including Witherspoons) and watch the world go by in peace and tranquility my friend. You earned it. Enjoy every moment!

I stayed drunk until I was 34. Sobered up and raised a family not touching a drop for 28 yes. Was never really happy. Started drinking again at 61. I don't drink like I used to when I was young. 4 or 5 beers in the evening watching RU-vid satisfied me. 68 now but can't pull the trigger on moving abroad. Too much family here now. Congratulations on making your life decisions.

Great to hear you’re doing well Eddie and you gave up the booze. I also gave it up about 5 years ago and have lost about 45 pounds after I did. I feel the same way about America that you feel about the UK. From immigration to law enforcement to the overall corruption. I too need to make a move soon since it’s now or never. Great video!

Hey Eddie……a hell of a lot of folks out here are very proud and happy for you kicking that habit. Congratulations my friend. 🎉 👏🏼 👍🏼 😃

Beautiful weather here in Jomtien atm Eddie. My advice is get out of the UK asap. I moved here in 2020 and will never go back to the rat race. Well done for not boozing mate, much harder to do here in sin city of course. I am off it for a few months now. Just hitting the saunas and the gym. Easy to stay off it if you stay busy. 👍🇹🇭

Just stay on RU-vid and your fans will make sure you don't party too hearty in retirement... we will keep you steady Eddy! 👌

I am 58 age is just a number , personally i would say work as long as you can . Its amazing how many people die soon after retirement. I am a joiner and will work as long as i can i travel to asia every 3 months and stay 1 month . Work keeps you fit and healthy body and mind . I can make more money in the uk even after i retire doing little jobs than i ever will in asia . Plus can spend the money on holidays to asia . I never drink alcohol in the uk but drink socially abroad . Its a balance you still have to enjoy life . Sometimes the best of all worlds gives best rewards . Its my observation that people who continue working after retirement tend to age better . Its easy to let your mind worry as you get old when you retire you have to much time to think this is not a good thing .

Huge numbers of excess deaths in the UK alone that Nobody is talking about…follow your dreams and enjoy it while you can.

Cha am, ticks the boxes for you Eddie. Chok dee khrap, whatever you decide to do.👍

Wise words Eddy. Many Congratulations you’re making a lot of sense and mention very interesting points..! I really hope everything goes well with your future wishes. I believe the WEST is falling apart big time. Not just England the whole Europe is pretty much in the same situation. Everybody is struggling and in survival mode. People just Existing. Certainly very Sad. In my opinion THAILAND 🇹🇭 is Freedom..! And I’m just love so much the Thai aptitude and mentally so cheerful and chill out. Keep well Eddy and please keep us updated with your thoughts .

Great to hear from you again, Eddie! And you are looking very well! Congrats on deciding your move date. My prospective move time is age 61 as well, however it is still a long ways away. I have calculated what I think I need to retire without worries to SEA and 61 was the age where, on current salary, I can make it. If things improve financially in the meantime, all the better. I hope you keep us updated on your plans and I look forward to following your progress. Seriously, congratulations on your achievements in the last few months. People may downplay it, but staying sober for that length of time is HUGE. It shows how serious you are about your future, and how successful you are going to be. EDIT - I also share your views on the UK. I gave up on the UK a few years ago and I'm living my life for the better in North America since then. Following the various crises that have happened during the last few years, the UK has completely gone to the dogs. I can say from personal experience that you won't look back.

I retired 21 years ago and moved from Boston, USA to Greece. I had stopped smoking 15 years earlier, and that was difficult but well worth it. I was heavy and felt old. I was only 62 years old. I did not stop drinking completely but cut way back on the booze and the food. I walked a lot and rode my bicycle. The weather here is great. Mostly warm and dry and you can see what is coming. It took a few years but I lost 60 pounds. No more big stress at work with people and schedules. I did have to get a knee replacement when I became 80. I am a little bit wobbly, but feel good. I feel I could go another 20 years. Be sure you have enough income and health insurance. Inflation is a real killer, and the insurance companies keep raising the rates as you get older.

Eddie mate, your doing the right thing mate the UK is dead in the water way to expensive, I'm living in Pattaya now, been there for 6 months, I've just came back for medical treatment, I have to stay for 3 months everyday here is like a week, my advice now you have made your mind up, just go don't wait, as for the beer, the problem as you know only to well its easy not to drink in the UK, but once you get over Asia you will start drinking again 100%

It's exciting Eddy, enjoy your planning and your journey, you certainly do have a full library tucked away up top to draw upon for your planning and inspiration so you certainly won't be flying blind. Hope to catch up some time.

Totally agree with you la..I'm 60 now and plan the move in a couple of years back to Thailand..my missus is from Chiang Mai..she's been here 22 years now...she's also had enough...good vid mate

Wel done! Happy Monay! Have a great new week!

Hi Eddie good to hear from you and understand what you are saying about growing old in the UK I think you are making the right decision going to retire to Asia in 2024 good on you I am still only 55 originally from the UK now living in New Zealand but I think about my retirement creeping up only 10 more years I think southeast Asia is an awesome place to retire, all the best Mate 🙏🖐️

I totally understand you. I am 59 and frequently travel to Thailand..... When you poised with Asia is no way back.. You wrigh Edie... do it... You are still young for farang to start a new quality life in Asia👍

great video with lots to think about, I've retired in Thailand for 18 months. it's been a journey and a learning curve. it is easy to get lost in the bars and the girls but that's not good in the long run. I found it's best to get that out of your system and then calm down, Budgeting got a lot easier not drinking etc. I found a cheaper condo and got my driving license and am looking for an old scooter to do up, I like to bash golf balls down the driving ranges and am looking at learning to sail I think having hobbies is the best way to live. I have made a few mates and go to the bar on Saturday to watch football. It's a quiet life and takes getting used to but that's the clue, it's not easy to change our ways, we have to repeat and repeat every day to get the new ways embedded. Best decision I ever made to leave the UK, I felt old and invisible over there, on the scrap heap. There's no magic wand, plan, take it a day at time.

Hi Eddie loads of comments on this one already so highly doubt you'll end up seeing this but others will of course and its something I feel strongly about. I just turned 55 and I got one those memories for you things that your phone creepily puts together. Most of the pics were from my big 4Oth bash. Far from making me happy they actually had the opposite effect. I had 50 friends at my 40th and 10 percent, so 5 of them, have since passed away. They weren't coal miners or salvage divers, they were all just regular white collar workers. One made it to 52 but the other 4 all died in their late 40"s, 2 from cancer, 1 from a heart attack and one from a grand mal seizure. The 52 year old died from of all things ALS. He was supremely fit so when the numbness started he initially was terrified it was MS. Turned out if was something far far worse and a particularly agressive type of the disease. From diagnosis to death was 9 months. And these 5 were all extremely close friends. If I included school friends, more casual acquaintances and ex work colleagues its more like 10 peoplem. Now I'll finally get to the bleedin point - sorry its taken so long. And its simply this - we all live life like it's forever, or certainly not about to end imminently. The number of times in the comments section on retirement vlogs I'll read something like "only 8 more years and 6 months to go until the pension kicks in and I'll be in sunny Phuket!" So many times I read people saying this stuff like its a given. Even if you are still above ground 8 years later your circumstances may have changed to the point you no longer are able to go or have just lost your confidence. Its such a cliche but life is now, not 8 years from now. None of my 5 friends will ever get to live their retirement dreams because they're dead. And their death at first triggered a deep depression in me to be honest. I shamefully didn't even go to the last funeral. I lied and said I had covid. I still feel horribly guilty about it but I honestly just couldn't do another one after 4 in such short order. I just wasn't up to it mentally. But on the positive side, if you can say that about something so horrible, it completely reshaped my world view and my retirement plans which had been 65 but I just did it 2 months ago at 55. I will be retiring to Malaysia, specifically Penang. I've only been once and that was 30 years ago now, so its all RU-vid and other retirement blogs of people who did it there. I'll also try KL for a bit Anyway I'm sorry this was so long and quite morose but it wasn't meant to be honestly, it was meant to be quite the opposite.

Im very interested is seeing this transition next year mate. Ill be doing the same thing in 2 years and your transition will be a massive help for me to learn from. Stoked your doing it mate😊👍

You know Eddie the grass always seems greener on the other side. The weather!! Well you’ll get sick of that soon enough. It’s one thing being on holiday. A complete other ball game when your living there. You’ll get sick of it.

I think southeast Asia is the best place to retire. Low-cost, delicious food, fantastic tropical climate and scenery. I was in Thailand in 2011 and have to return to get some dental work done. I'm 68 and thinking about retiring there. I can't wait to hear your plans also.

Hello Eddy nice to see you again!Good to hear all the news and your new plans I'm in the same frame of mind like you I live in Switzerland and I will call it quits next year I'm 71 and need to get away I will you all the best Bruno from Switzerland

Great film Eddie. I retired and moved to Thailand 🇹🇭 with my Thai wife from The UK 19 month's ago. Best thing I ever did and now loving life here on phuket. Well done on kicking the booze👍👍

Loved the video as usual

I watched 1 of your videos about the Philippines 🇵🇭 in the video you drank about 6 pints lol it was then when I thought that guy's a heavy drinker, Thanks for sharing 👍

I am 59 and have retired over a year here in the Philippines done some considerable travel here and do alot of Building projects Videos as well. I love the climate here too. My ailments seem less with the weather. The beachs and ocean is never to far away to go to . yes we have rain season but it's not like that always and usually the rain doesn't last all day . So I'm glad your gonna do it and so happy for you beating the beers . Salamat Po for this video.🎉😊😅😅

SAWADEE Eddy. As someone who came out here (Thailand) @ 48, you speak a lot of sense. At about 80p a bottle, it's easy to get caught into the booze trap. Health Insurance is a very big concern. The medical facilities in bigger cities are great, at a price. I'm 65 and retired AGAIN last week but still feel young. RECOMMENDED!

Next year makes sense, we're quickly coming to the end of 2023. Plenty of things for you to organise. All the best Ed.

Great video Eddie. Just watching from Heathrow Terminal 4. Off to Philippines via Bangkok. Take care mate

Congrats on no booze. I'm from US and retired December 2022 at 72. Jumped on a flight to SEA 1st week of January and now been to 7 countries in SEA. I had planned on returning early May, but still in SEA, (I'll go back to US for short visit but plan on living in SEA). Living in a really nice western style condo in Siem Reap and using it as a hub for SEA travel. Bangkok, Pattaya, Saigon, Nha Trang, and Da Lat are just a quick flight away and Siem Reap has a beautiful new international airport. You have been all over SEA Eddy and suggest you live 3 or 4 months in different cities for a year or two to keep it exciting and post good videos. Good luck and keep looking forward.

Great to hear you’re “pulling the pin” as they say. All the luck in the world to you Ed.

Great choice Eddy, I’m going for long trips as many of the other guys on here, we’ve got kids and grand kids and would miss them too much but , 3 to 4 months in SEA every winter the Greece in the summer time will suit us fine 👍, looking forward to your videos on preparations for the retirement 🙏

Great video Eddie - you hit the spot on so many points. Your bang on UK isn’t an inviting place for a retiree anymore. My plan is to move to Thailand in 2026 and live rather than just survive

Great decision Eddie We only have one life, so make the most of it. Have a great day Jeff.

living in the US ...same same...i can't wait ...retirement soon.

Yes Eddie, I'm 62 and in similar dilemma. I worry about serious illness abroad 😢

Whatever you do please make sure that you don't burn your bridges..what I mean is have somewhere in the UK to return to..living in the tropics is very different to having a few weeks or months out there.. It didn't work for me and others who I know mostly due to the weather ..day in and day out of oppresive heat & humidity...that's not a life is it ? maybe you'll be different.. Other things to consider are: Health...despite all the other nonsense spouted by 'expert' you tubers you will need health insurance and it's not cheap. Food...expat food is expensive.Thai food is ok but same as the weather...day after day? Transport: how will you get around ? People...Yes they'll smile at you in the hope that you have a stuffed wallet..try walking round showing then an empty wallet..you'll get different looks for sure.. Where will you live? Hopefully it's not the cess pit of humanity called Pattaya..if it is chances are you'll get bored, start drinking again and have your wallet raided by the females and everybugger else including some expats who for a large part tend to look miserable and forlorn.. Please go and try it..I hope it works for you but please keep a base in the UK..it was the best piece of advice I was given when I tried to live in Thailand... Like anywhere living in the UK is what you make it and not listening to all the swill & nonsence out there... Many Thai people would willingly swop places with you and move the other way... Good luck and hope it works for you..

Great video eddie. I've got 8 to 10 years left. Currently in golden handcuffs chained to a decent job instead of living. Only 1 place for me.....Bangkok, it has absolutely everything you need, as you're fully aware. Great transport network, convenient for everything and if you stay somewhere like on nut or udom suk where there is a great expat community in hunters garden you're far away enough from the party resorts to go off the rails. Good luck

GOOD FOR YOU EDDY YOUR LOOKING GREAT ALREADY WITHOUT THE BOOZE. I DONE THE SAME A FEW YEARS AGO BEST MOVE I EVER MADE.

Proud of u ... and u look so much better..!!!..??? Keep going .....!..

Hi Eddie, great vlog mate. I already have made my plans for SEA off to Cambodia in the next two months. Hope we can meet up one day, take care keep up the good work.

Great move stopping drinking alcohol Eddie. I quit drinking alcohol in 2015 and my health improved greatly. Good luck with your retirement in SEA

Hi Eddie, good to see you again.. I’m 61 and also looking to semi-retire and be permanently in SE Asia.(need a little income for now). I’m also off the booze and increased my protein and good fats.. feeling fitter than I ever have in adulthood. Good luck and look forward to watching your journey into retirement.

I'm sure you've thought of this but consider getting a complete health checkup before expatriating. Thailand has excellent health care but ofc won't have the financial coverage available in your home country should something pop up. - WW

Great video I’m feeling exaythe same way about the uk now and I will be doing the same as you Eddie ,south east Asia is beautiful and safe good luck in which ever country you choose

Nice to see you on here again.chris and Kitty Liverpool England.

Well done knocking drink on the head. I'm going retire to south east Asia this year. Cant do another winter in UK. Like you say people are more friendly over there. Food is fantastic. I'm going to leave it to a visa agent to sort . Cheers Eddie

Well said friend. Awesome about kicking the booze. Your not the only one who has struggled with it. NZ weather sounds same as England. Been with a Thai girl here now in NZ for 8 years. We are over the wests BS and are making plans to go back to her homeland. Keep the vlogs coming. You make sense.

Cheers Ed, lots to think about and a lots of planning health insurance is priority , when i go i will just get insured for the big stuff that will keep the price down you know what you are doing, take your time, i not far behind you maybe 2 years, i will do 6 months out there next year just to make sure. take care mate.

Great video, Eddie. If you give up sugar (white death) and cut down on carbs, you can definitely make it to your 80's. Plus, only the good die young, so you will probably live into your 100's 🙂

That was great Eddie. Really enjoyed it! You managed to cover quite a few issues/considerations here in 15 minutes! I feel like I've gotta 'pipe up' with my story though! I left England end of August 2015 feeling pretty much the same way you outline in your video... plus watching you walk down an Olde English, remote looking country lane with continous rapid passing traffic only a main road should support... definitely peaked my empathy! Having no idea myself regarding any expectations I was just happy to have the wind behind me at last... freedom to become your own version of happy is priceless! I waited too long like everyone else of course... I'm also 61 by the way! My overall experience would lead me to advise anyone to 'leg it' as soon as you are able... throw caution to the wind... yet I do also respect a meticulously planned escape too! I just ran like Forrest... couldn't stop myself! Luckily, it has worked out fine for me... getting an online Teaching qualification/s being the only real pre-requiste before leaving! I even got rid of everything I had accumulated over my dreary life in England, packing it down into a large backpack... proper Diogenese style freedom... I've never looked back! Is it also fraught with nightmares too? Of course it is... its exactly what makes it worth the gamble... successfully avoiding them! Gathering all the essential local secrets regarding saving money and immigration related 'admin' can be daunting... but equally liberating! Everyone's paradise is out there waiting for them... you just have to summon up the courage to go find it! Best of luck mate!