I'M LEAVING ENGLAND AND I'M NEVER COMING BACK: HERE ARE MY REASONS
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ม.ค. 2024
- I'm making the big move. From London to Bangkok, no plans to return. In this video I'll give you my reasons.
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It always feels better to be a foreigner in a foreign land, than being a foreigner in your own land.
Live and let live
Thais probably feel that way to it with alll the foreigners invading their land too. Two way street isn't it
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You voted for sunak lol
I will never vote for Rickshaw Sunak again.@@tanthaman
I’m 82 years old and I left England 60 years ago promising never to return, and I’ve kept my promise.
where did you go to
@@chocolatejellybean2820 Australia
@@chocolatejellybean2820 Australia
60 years ago the country was actually functional.
@@matthewhammond859 it would seem my exit was a bit premature but I’m happy with my decision especially for my children.
I retired at 60 and moved over here with my (then) partner. I've been here just about 8 years and have no plans to move back, I went back over 5 years ago for a wedding but, that was the last time. I look at the state of the country now and see nothing that would entice me. Having spent 44 years in the Army and the police I think I've done my bit and deserve to spend my retirement in the sun. Good luck on your retirement and your future travels.
Thank you for your service 👍
so you never had a real job having ` worked ` in the Army and Polis for 44 years you probably knew a real working honest job would have killed you many years ago..I bet you not many real friends will be at your funeral
Yes thank you for your service. 👍
I take my hat off to you, enjoy your time now you deserve it away from the woke left wing that has ruined our country
Thank you for protecting the country for all them years...
'I'm not a drinker... Only 3 pints with my meal' 🤣
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@@Reidar911😆😆🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺
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That’s just disinfectant and anti-freeze.
this isnt porridge @@thomaspick4123
Good for you Eddy, I’ve been on my retirement Visa for only 4 months and have settled well in Jomtien , it’s so much different than being on holiday now that I have a routine and got my fav places to go.The costs come down dramatically after a few months if you can keep out of a relationship and the want of horizontal Olympics does get less which saves a load also,I’ll see you around👍
Well done Eddy...you speak for the majority of us Brits born in the ‘50s and ‘60s who understand that our country is completely failing as we speak whilst politicians merely highlight the issues whilst doing sod all.
Good luck with your move here. I have lived here for around seven years...the light levels are great, the service industry is superb, its easy to see a doctor and dentist, you won’t see any scumbags hanging around the shopping centres, you won’t pay £50 a day to park your car at an airport, you will have change out of £20 when the plumber comes round and, finally, you have status here, you are not a sad, middle aged loser as we are thought of back home.
Good luck with the visa!
Yes, sad the US declined so much I left. The US government receives a Fail. The US needs to be run by top quality business people for at least 4 years. Healthcare, Social Security, Military Spending, Foreign Aid, National Debt, Taxes for Wealthy and some Corporations need to pay their fair share
You guys are old. I was born in the 90s. Nothing much changes except people get older and less content with life. Nothing is wrong with Uk I lived there for several years and loved every moment. Stop complaining and watching the news. Do what younger people do. Exercise, get hobbies, etc to stay relevant in society.
@@jacked6
If the younger generation are more content, why is the suicide rate so high among that generation?
Wow! You literally took the words right out of my mouth! Only put it into words a lot better than I could have! The UK Politics & NHS is so broken now I don't think it will ever be fixed. We do have some magnificent countryside - and there's no denying that, but the other issue for me as well is people just arnt social here anymore, just miserable and introverted , UK Women have lost their femininity . Im planning to get out this dump when I hit 55.
@@nelliedownsouth2316 suicides happen in any generation. Most of us young bucks are much more humble and don't even have cable or give a rip about news junk we can't control.
Just be careful mate. I spent the 90s and 00s in Asia, working in Manila, Jakarta and Bangkok. I was in my 40s and 50s. I met a lot of “retiree expats”. They were doing ok and having fun at 60, although most of the ones I met had been ripped off, sometimes multiple times.
It all sounds fun. Bars, nightclub, pretty girls, cheap food, cheap cigarettes cheap taxis and accommodation.
The reality could be very different. Asia wasn’t the safest of places back then, and it still has its problems.
There were as many coups as democratic elections, I never knew what tomorrow would bring. Tanks of the streets, Generals on the TV news, hurried explanations from strangers. I was in Jakarta in 98 when to quote Lee Kwan Yew “the entire fabric of the nation collapsed”. 10,000 students rioted, 1000 people were trapped in burning buildings, the police shot at the rioters, the army shot at the police. I was trying to do a deal and ignore government pleas to get on the last aircraft out. The deal fell apart.
Natural disasters were a common occurrence. I was in Manila in 95 when Typhoon Angela hit. 96,000 houses were destroyed and 1000 people killed in a few hours. I have seen flooding so bad it was terrifying to watch entire inner-city villages disappear in minutes. Standing helplessly as people wash to their death.
Corruption and crime was ever present. Boys would step out of the shadows waving knives. Your maid would steal your watch and say “bad spirits did it”. You GF would take you to some bar, get you drunk then stand there while a bunch of her brothers friends try to mug you. Everyone shook you down for money. Police saw you as a walking ATM. Mid morning break time? They would pull over a white man and hassle cash off him. Park your car on the street and some junior thug would turn up and tell you hell will “look after it” - for a fee. Don’t pay and the tyres are flat or the window smashed.
Health and safety were a huge issue. Most travellers spent days clutch stomachs in the bathroom - if they were lucky. Don’t drink the water. Don’t eat some foods. Girls with every disease known to man. Typhus. TB. Lice. Bed bugs.
All fun in your 20s and 30s, liveable in you 40s and 50s, but hard going in your 60s and 70s. I regularly met those “retiree expats” who were in mess. Health had gone. They needed surgery and were begging for money to get back to the UK and the NHS. One died alone in a cheap boarding house in Bogor. He suffered from malnutrition, he had given his UK passport as security for loan, he was behind in his rent, and no one even wanted the body.
Be aware of what you re getting into.
Interesting read, Ross....are you back in your home country now?
@@regviewer I dont really have a home country. I livr in Australia, I came from the UK, but lived all over the place. I guess I will die in Australia.
Cheers Ross....good health to you anyway.@@rosshilton
This is what Westerners do not understand. I wouldn't recommend leaving civilization to a strange half-world. The only real decent place to live in the whole world for you westerners is Europe. There are English people in my country who say that they would not want to leave anywhere from here. If you are focused only on money, then you cannot see beyond your nose.
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For me it was just work. Tying up deals across Asia. The girls, the parties, the fun, that was just a bonus. But jeeezus there were some risks.
Left england in 2014, age 27. Live in china since best decision I've ever made. I travel every month, great lifestyle, cheap to live in china and got married to a young lady too. Don't regret leaving england and don't miss it at all . Good luck Eddie.
You’re a smart man. I’ve been there a few times. Felt more safer there than in New York. Plus it’s easier to travel there. Great food. People friendly. No Wokeism there. Enjoy.
Greetings from Changsha. I've been living in both China and Thailand since 2011, and it was the best thing I ever did.
I lived in Beijing for a couple of years before COVID, where are you living?
Niceeee
Hey do you recommended a city in china to re locate please
I haven't seen my doctor in about 4 years , I don't have an NHS dentist , miserable weather for most of the year , cost of living up , cost of heating your house up . Can't see why you want to leave Ed . Good luck on your new life . Your video seemed to be in black and white all the way through ( I know it wasn't) untill those last couple of minutes on the beach 🏖️ , when the world turned to colour 😊
Paying huge health insurance bill for service from non trustable people to non trustable people. Rich children.
And you will wish to God that you were back in UK if you fell sick or serious accident in Thailand if you have no long term health insurance plan!
@@soiraider2201He'll just go back. That's what they all ultimately do. Technically after a certain number of years abroad you don't immediately qualify, but in reality it's not likely the NHS will turn you away.
Friend of mine who was in HK for 30 years went back to UK for cancer treatment and they took him straight away and it was free as usual
@@soiraider2201 with the state of the NHS I'm not sure I agree with you.
@@Super8Rescue So you would rather die in Thailand not being able to afford medical care, than having some fall back on NHS? Well if your not. I'm sure of that.
I'll be in Pattaya for 3 months starting March 1 to get some dental work done. I was in Thailand in 2011, and just loved it. I'm coming from crime-ridden, cold Chicago, and we have problems with migrants like England does too. I'm 69 and I'm testing this out to see if I'm going to get a retirement visa for Thailand.
Not only the girls in asia but weather is great
Good for you Eddie, I retired at 58 and am now 78 . 20y in Malaysia.
Glad to see you doing what you LOVE to do,Eddy! Thank you as always for taking us on this journey with you as you start your retirement! I'm around your age (I'm 60) so I know about the whole "life" equation thing and I can relate! Looking to eventually do what you are doing in the near future. Looking forward to more videos!
If he's having 3 pints of beer at the airport on day 1, you could say he's back on the booze
He is in denial of alcohol dependency
@@Michelle-wk4ek yep AA is on soi skaw beach eddy
Beers don’t count, you can drive with beer. Taking away the daily bottle of whisky and vodka is what matters 😂
The King of Thai vlogging departs via The Queens Terminal. So fitting. I'm genuinely pleased for all you've achieved in the past and excited for what your future holds. Keep positive and keep vlogging. You're an inspiration to us all.
Eddie the king of Thai vloggers😂you're right there 😎bon voyage Eddie!!
Looking forward to living vicariously through your videos, Eddie. The easiest thing to sink back into though, is the drinking life, particularly there. As you know, there are lots of bored ex-pats who do nothing else but hit the pubs every day. If you're truly serious about staying off the grog, you're going to have to resist this temptation, Eddie. After watching you pound those 3 back at the airport, I wish I could say I'm optimistic for you but... All the best with your new life, Eddie.
Nothing wrong with moderation.
Wish you the best of luck in your new life Eddy! Looking forward to seeing your adventures too! Awesome start with that trip, but well worth it once you landed. All the best Eddy, take care, cheers!
Good luck Eddy. I did the same in 2006
Had good and bad times in Thailand but after all this time, i still think i made the right decision (@ 48years old).
My advice to you....
1) Dont fall in love & build a house you can never own. (RENT Propery &woman only).
2) Dont become a miserable expat (there are many). Dont worry about things, you cannot change (Thai laws/ways of thinking).
good advice .
He will be back in England within a couple years, when his eventual health fails or the money runs out
@tanthaman Exactly, he will regret not getting any proactive medical checkups.
Ed, I can't say enough to convey how many good wishes I want to convey to you for this move. When you say 'never coming back to the UK', I hope you just mean to live.... I have heard that the reason 'a year' seems so long when you are young, is because everyday is different. Ongoing change and new things is all part of it. Anyway, enough said, Some talk about it. Some do it. You are opening doors for yourself. You choose where, it's never cold, girls are an option, it's less expensive... You can develop the YT channel to tell people like me who are still 'thinking' about it..... You are totally doing the right thing. I really look forward to seeing how the 'big move' goes by watching your channel. I think watching the last 30 seconds of the video with 30c and blue sky says it all with nicely chosen music. Onwards and upwards Ed. 'Happy New Year'. Happy New Future. 👍
Hey, Ed. Congratulations on your retirement and your defection to Thailand! I enjoy the documentation of your journey. I made the same move in 2022. It may sound obvious, but living in Thailand is very different than visiting. You will discover things about yourself, and Thailand, that you never expected. Good luck and welcome.
30+hour journey. Wow. I saw flights on Ana for £550, but i much prefer the fastest possible route. We're of similar age, Ed. I couldnt do the hanging around etc.
From leaving the Midlands on train, direct flight from LHR, taxi to Pattaya, 20hrs total travel time, I paid £890 total for train, flight, taxi. Just my opinion, well worth the extra for shorter journey time.
Same thing for me ( same age ). The last time I took a long haul flight ( Madrid - Guatemala city before COVID ) it was a premium seat . Worth it.
I loved the fast pace of your trip! (Haven’t we all seen enough airline meals and terminal stores? ) You were spot on everything you said ! I just want you to know that you’re quite the inspiration, and I really needed to hear it today. Cheers.! 👍 (content 5/5)
Thank for sharing your travels and experiences with us. You inspire me to do the same and leave Australia behind for a better life elsewhere!
Better than Australia - don't
make me laugh
Totally agree
Australia is a great place to get an education, then to get a well paying job. Once you retire, Australia doesn’t offer a lot, unless you require welfare of some sort (Job Seeker (previously called unemployment benefits), disability benefits (which they have recently over hauled and now pay exceptionally well), as well as a myriad of other government provided services. It is truly a welfare state for those left behind in life, but if you have been diligent throughout your life and benefitted from their extremely generous Superannuation system (something akin to Social Security), then you should definitely leave and have a better life in South East Asia, living like a king.
it's better than any Westernised country, I have lots of Aussie mates and they can't stand it there because its going full libtard@@andalan321sound's like you're lecturing but have never been to Thailand
Man the cost of living in Aus is out of control.Growing up in the 80's Australia was the best country in the world to be a kid I really feel sorry for the people that never experienced Australia pre 2000's its a completely different country now.The easy going nature of Thailand sometimes reminds of how Australia used to be.
I am envious and wish you well Eddy. Hope to get over myself and have a plan for the future. Travel safe and ......" Live the life you love." Will be watching your story!
That was one of the best, most genuine, real and intersting volgs i have watched mate. Brilliant. And thank you.
Good on you for sharing your life. I areive for a few days in march and would love nothing more than to have a beer with you mate.
I could almost feel your euphoria as you got into your hotel room. BUT I can also understand that the euphoria is very much suppressed by the fatigue of the journey. Well Ed, here you are in your WONDERFUL new life in a WONDERFUL part of the world. Looking forward in following your story via your evolving channel. 🙂👍
All the very best Eddie ! I think you've defintely made the best the decision for you at this stage of your life and I'm sure it will be a success.
I never regretted leaving the UK. All the best Eddie.
Where did you go mate?
@@no_soy_rubio Thailand.
The problem with travelling is the more you travel, the more you realise how crap your home country is.
That's how I feel now and I just don't understand why people want to move to England at all.
I'm sure England is better for some people but if I could give any young people a tip, it would be to broaden your horizons.
I hope to do the same in 5 years time. Can’t wait to retire early.
What about your family? You will miss them.
Nice one Eddy, You made the right choice. I agree 100 percent about airports and planes. They are the necessary evil to get you to your dream. I'm 55, and maybe the same future awaits. Nothing for me here after a few inevitable events take place. Parents are not getting any younger. I'm going to need an antidote to my deep sorrow.
I left the UK 4 months ago, weather & the cost of living were the main factors on leaving. I hate the cold with a passion. Now I start to feel cold when the temperature drops below 20c. Same age as yourself Eddy, now retired. Living in Bangkok, which I now consider home. Do I miss the UK? not one bit
Great stuff Eddie. All the best, and we are all looking forward to lots more videos!
Ive been in Pattaya for month now. Hope I run into you while I'm still out here. Congrats on making the move Eddy! You deserve it!
he's back on the gargle folks
the big gulp but its all under control 😀
As many here have already said - good on you Eddie and all the very best. I can only imagine how life has deteriorated in the UK over the last couple decades - for some obvious reasons- and living somewhere like Thailand has got so much more going for it.
It's heading that way here in Australia...and that's why I'll be out of here in approximately 6 years. Yes we do have lovely beaches and sunshine. But the infrastructure is definitely on the decline. And it's getting bloody expensive here too. So it will be Thailand or the Philippines here I come in a few years.
Enjoy Eddie! You deserve it mate.
If speaking English is so important to you, better try Philippines. If food, culture and modern conveniences are more important, try Thailand. Even you are in remote area Thailand still offer the good internet and 7/11.
I've been to the Philippines 16 times and Thailand a couple. Both have their pros and cons and I could live in either no worries.
Wishing you all the best ed in your new life .i hope it all works out and you find the happiness you are looking for .good luck .
I have only just seen this, but it was worth the wait.
THANK YOU for sharing this big move with us. It was compelling viewing. I am looking forward to more uploads on your retirement adventures. I agree with all the reasons for you leaving. I was living abroad, but I returned to England to be here for my elderly parents. But I have the same plan as you for when the time comes!
Please stay healthy!! Very inspiring, as are many of the other comments on here.
Eddy, Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are very interesting, in an ordinary why. I sincerely wish you happiness in this new chapter, and you can count on me to be faithful viewer. I got a sneaky feeling you are going enjoy this next chapter.
All the best Eddy looking forward to seeing what the future holds for you. Keep up the top vlogs.
Good luck Eddie, you'll never be short of friends as we all feel like we've gotten to know you over the years mate.
Happy New Year Ed! And what better start to the year than living the dream and escaping to LOS, away from the misery! Lucky you! Best wishes......Bill
Good luck Eddie .I'll be watching along. Happy New year and a new life .
Welcome to your new life in paradise Edwardo. Look forward to the up and coming vlogs on your new life in SEA. Take care of yourself.
Good for you Eddy, wishing you all the best for your new life in South East Asia. 😎
Good on you Eddie. I'm only 42 but I'm leaving blighty in a couple of months. Unfortunately not in a position to retire so I'll be having to work as I go but I can't be doing with this crappy climate and miserable people anymore. Add on the price of everything here (especially housing) compared to wages and it just doesn't make sense to stay here
Good onya Eddy
Ive been in Pattaya 3 weeks and heading back to Perth Australia in the morning, my door door journey is only 15 hours all up and im dreading it, not sure i could do the UK journey, i admire all you guys travelling so far just to be in Thailand.
Nice one Eddie. And I wish you all the luck in the world. Look forward to new vlogs and how you are getting on in your new life abroad. All the best mate .Colin
Good for you Eddie. If you decide to plant roots in Pattaya, check out condos in Jomtien. Central Pattaya gets a bit too much if you stay a long time. I have lived in the same condo for three years in Jomtien and plan on staying right here.
This vlog popped up on my listing, watched it, now subscribed, look forward to your future vlogs. Like yourself, I got totally fed up of life in south west England and made the move 18 months ago after 15yrs visiting. I don't regret a day. Take care and enjoy.
Loved the video Eddy. I live in Australia so you just have to expect long hours travelling to get anywhere from here but it never gets any easier especially as you get on in years.
Good luck to you Dude 👏 I recognise a lot of what you say about the UK and admire you for actually doing something to improve your future life for the better.
Yes, Eddy! Really chuffed for you mate. I'm a couple of days away from pulling the trigger on a 2 week Pattaya trip in April. That's as good as it gets for me for at least 15 more years, haha! I actually don't mind the super long trip on the way out...I'm usually excited enough to not care. It's the super long trip home that is horrific. Luckily, you don't need to worry about that anymore! Did the first morning in Pattaya feel different, knowing that this country is now your home?
Happy new year to you!
Must have just missed you. I was in Pattaya from 20th of Dec till Jan 3rd.
Back in PP now. Hope see you here again soon.
You sound very committed Ed. Congratulations on your move. Im looking forward to following your journey.
It’s heartening to see you make the move. I think many people are happy for you.
I hope things work out for you Eddy , I'm on the same page as you regarding to the UK.
Inspiring stuff. I'm 63 going on 103 but watching this has lifted me up. Thank you.
Well done mate ,I wish I could do the same thing, looking forward to seeing your new experience 🎉
Great to see you again Ed. All the best to you in your new adventures of 2024!
Well you have finally made the break. Best wishes for your new life choice.
I left Australia for good 10 years ago at age 66 never regretted a minute since I left.
Thailand a great destination to retire. Your choices of Siem Reap and Pattaya were exactly my favoured choices too, so have ended up in Jomtien beach because of the better resources especially medical. As for ladies, totally aligned to not having a relationship at my age, despite the constant efforts of the ladies trying to hook a meal ticket 555.
Your my number 1 Ed, im so glad i found your youtube channel when i did dont ever change mate.❤
Good luck with your relocation and enjoy your new life.
A couple of things to bear in mind is a Good health insurance policy.
Also the relentless heat if you are staying in the hot, humid climate 12 months a year.
Believe me it is different to just having a 1 month holiday. (I’m from UK too)
I spent 5 years living in a similar country but most years visited the U.S. for a road trip and this really helped.
Trouble is now with the vast rise in costs those road trips would be too expensive
Anyway all the best and enjoy
Good luck Steady we are all with you and looking forward to following your new life and i dont blame you mate
Well Eddy the time has come…. Wishing you lots of happiness in your new life. Look forward to seeing the vlogs.
I was 65 at Christmas (2023) 17 years in the Philippines and no intention returning to the UK (Devon) With the wonders of the I/net UK is just a click away, best wishes for the future Eddy 👍
Congratulations and good luck on your big move. I'm 55 and hope to make the big move this year. You're right about how the years creep up on us. I say this is the best time as any to make the move (even more so because the U.S. elections are coming up and I don't want to be here for any of that BS).
ml.....over 93% of AMERICAN BLAX vote democRAT.
You're doing the right thing Edd. Don't look back. The UK has turned into something I simply do not recognise anymore. I'm currently in Thailand on a three month reconnaissance to see if I'm able to do the same as you. Twenty years back and forwards it's time to travel out here one-way for me!!
Like the USA.
I think you’re unwise Ed but nevertheless wish you all the very best. I look forward to your updates.
You have established a healthy routine and look very well, I hope this move works out for you.
I’m 61 and live in the south west too. I have a 12 month ER visa for Cambodia where my fiancée lives and I think having a foot in both country’s is the best option - both for the state pension and easy access to the NHS.
Good luck Ed but don’t close the door on the UK.
Well said ..doubt he'll listen ..he'll find his comfy bar stool and that will be that.. well done for you for being sensible..
We don't know that Eddy has closed the door on the UK. Not sure if he owned a house in the UK, but if so, has he kept it? Rented it out? Sold it? We don't know, because Eddy keeps his cards close, so it's not at all easy to reach any conclusions. AFAIK as a foreign national in Thailand on a Retirement Visa one needs to permanently keep at least £20k in a Thai Bank account (and prove this every year to Thai Immigration), so - again - one assumes Eddy meets the financial requirements to live a reasonably comfortable retirement in Thailand year-to-year. He might choose Cambodia, though, and I don't know what the Visa requirements are there - others here will know about that stuff.
Much as I do enjoy Eddy's channel, like every other SE Asia 'retirement' YT vlogger much is opaque - not at all clear - and goes by unexplained. I'm talking about the practicalities, particularly those of a financial nature regarding retirement and a long-stay situation. Long is the list of prior expat Thailand YT vloggers I have followed over the years who have either come a cropper or had to bail. We'll see how Eddy's adventure goes.
@@philipford6183 Cambodia is a good option, we rent an apartment with two balcony’s on the 11th floor with rooftop pool and wifi, $600 per month in the centre of Phnom Penh. Enter on an ‘Ordinary’ visa on arrival (not a tourist visa) and if you’re over 55 you can get an extension of stay for 3, 6, 12 months in what’s known as an ER visa. Stay as long as you want and it’s also multiple entry.
Hallo Eddy, please advise on the title of your book and publishers. I have enjoyed everyone of your past vlogs, looking forward to the new chapter in your life and travels. Thank you for inviting us along. Best regards Ashley 🇿🇦
Good luck Eddy, lying in bed watching this in a condo in Bangsaray just down from Pattaya, the sun is shining and life is good really hope it works out for you I’m pretty sure it will , back to Pattaya tomorrow for me for 3 weeks 👍
Well done mate for making the big but right move. Ive been here since 2020 and loved pretty much every moment of it. Keep your friendship circle here selective and small. Lots of scammers and wronguns here in Patts Eddy. Other than that you have definately 1000% made the correct decision. Good luck brother 😁👍🇹🇭
That is a very good point. Everybody goes on about BG’s scamming Dudes but how many Vloggers ever make a Vlog about this & I am not surprised they stay clear. Andrew Drummond the investigator journalist did some good work on exposing this & just look how they went after him. That said it is what you expect just like you got all the Expat scammers in Spain doing the time share, property scams etc.
I have always enjoyed your straightforward vlogs well suited for the not overly rich crowd like me. Being from NYC I love living in this part of the world… Vietnam in my case living in Saigon. I am now retired and only a few months from turning 70 years old and I am never bored and have not been out of Vietnam in nearly five years. No disdain for New York but I am simply happier here with my wife and pets and anyway it’s not like the days of the pilgrims… we have FaceTime etc to keep in touch with family and friends. And so yes… time can build up without going to the home country. I have been to Thailand, Cambodia and Laos many times in the past and would be happy in any of them as the basic elements are all shared being warm weather, warm smiles, great food and many beautiful people not to mention beautiful scenery. No not a paradise but certainly the preferred place to be. Ps. I met my wife who was a Vietnamese refugee in NYC in 1976. We married in 1977. Came here first time together in 1988 and moved here full time in 1995. Regrettably… Vietnam does not yet have a retirement visa and so not as easy to stay long term without border runs if not married. But Thailand really is a great place too. Anyway … wishing you all the best Eddy!
Best of luck to you Eddie. Go live your best life buddy. Be as free as the wind and tread where your spirit takes you.
God bless with your new venture.
Good for you Eddy, I'm glad you made the move. I made the move in November, I'm here in the Philippines and enjoying every warm minute of it. Take good care and safe and happy travels!
Eddy, my husband and I left Britain in 2007 and never even returned for a visit . We live in Italy. My husband passed away suddenly on the second of January and I have never known such kindness from people in my life. Do I miss Britain? No. It has lost it's identity and it's heart. Be happy my love. Have a great time in your new home and surround yourself with pretty girls! ❤❤❤❤
That's very kind, Christine. Best of luck to you.
@@MikeLickorishyup... That's what it's all about. The moron calls being in a poor country 'good value' too hahahah not to the people that work there.
You're either alcohol free, or you're not. And, you're not.
😂brutal
Good luck Eddie, I'm sure you'll be fine with your experience and positive attitude.
Congratulations Eddie!🎉
All the best to you mate!🎉
@22:40, that fish, chips and peas looks like s**t! You got well ripped off fella. I plan on doing the same as you. I'll be in touch when my journey starts. Best of luck, Scott.
Hua Hin is a good mix of everything, Pattaya last 2 years seems like its changed for the worse got too many Middle Eastern and Indians. And i am not against them generally and theres lots of good people from these areas but they made me and my girlfriend feel uncomfortable. Shes not thai but is asian and she felt very uncomfortable by unwelcomed advances and stares.
I can understand you wanting to make the move permanently, that journey would do my head in. You tell things like it is which is refreshing. We are still considering a move over but family etc make it difficult. The flights are good as you can leave at a reasonable time in the morning and be in a Bar around 11 in Bangkok. Possibly going over for half a year at a time but what to do with property at home etc. Anyway keep us informed and all the best.
Congratulations on your move and new life. I'm insure you will thoroughly enjoy every moment. Travel safe.
I made that decision 38 years ago ,I went to nz as a 23 year old with my mate.we both ended up staying.it’s fecking expensive here now worse than uk.but still better than the u.k. is now to live I think,went back 6 months ago and it wasn’t great.the village I grew up in has pretty much been joined up to the town now with all the building going on.the town centre looks like a refugee social club.I didn’t leave England back then because I didn’t like it but I can understand your reasons now.
Oh boy, anyone else want to take a bet that our favorite senior traveler falls off the wagon like a 2 tonne rock. 3 beers before takeoff, Can we imagine what he will be like on one of those daily searing hot Thailand days and how many beers it's going to take to replenish all the sweat that has been lost due to that humid and scorching heat.
The heat is a killer could not live there😅.
How long have you been permanently living in Thailand?
This is my gripe with him , he's so full of 🐂💩 .
The tee-total thing was largely a channel building publicity exercise.
Ain't much fun in life without a bit of booze.
Fact its coming unfortunately
Good Luck Ed I hope the move works out chap & is everything you wished for.
I’ve Always liked your vlogs Ed. Great edge of realism as you make the final step. Sorry if you have said in previous content - do you have any children? I appreciate they might not be young uns now. Great vlog and can’t wait to see more and how you get on - good luck!
Grass isn't always greener on the side, good luck for having a go.😅
'Only had a few beers with friends over Christmas, nothing wrong in that' 😂 well you lasted a few months 😂 The problem is its still in you, its a disease, and will be back if you dont knock it on the head completely.
Thailand with its hot climate wont help, however at 60 theres only 20 years left so might as well enjoy the heat and beer tbh!
Having said this, totally agree with everything you've said about the shocking state of the UK, keep it up and looking forward to more content fella 💪
Incredible news Eddie , watching the vid with interest . You are a thoughtful, intelligent fella so looking forward to hear your reasons .
All the best wishes for you Eddie on you big move and hope you get yourself settled very quickly and into a condo rather than costly hotel. 👍👍
Good luck Eddy. Lets hope it works out for you. I just found your channel and have been enjoying it.
Thanks and welcome
Can you do a vlog Ed on how you wrapped up things in the uk. Have you kept your uk home or sold it? Thanks
Good luck for the future you are doing the right thing.
The UK is finished and we are treated like second class citizens in our own country
Best wishes to you sir
You should leave go to Pakistan
Wishing u Sir all the happiness in life, following u since many years and I 💯 support your decision, just don't quit booze😂
A new life awaits you Eddie, there will be ups and downs, but if you are anything like me, you won’t regret it at all. We only regret the things in life we never try, so wishing you all the best. A side benefit of retiring in South East Asia can be increased fitness. More walking, less sitting, more fun.
Completely agree - if you stay away from the bars and the beer, you can really have a healthy life in SEA. My apartment has a gym that's better than most public gyms in the UK, and a huge pool which I pretty much have to myself. I love to walk the malls too - gets me over 12,000 steps a day. Much better for you than sitting in a depressing pub in UK...
i would think people are leaving the UK in droves, i left there 25 years ago, best thing i ever did.
British people are leaving in droves, and being replace by third world settlers.
Enjoyed your latest video. I have been having similar thoughts for a few years now, turned 60 myself last July. Went to Veitnam and reignited those thoughts. Going back 6 weeks this summer Thailand, Veitnam and Cambodia. I dont want to live with the regret i never tried it. Might start increasing my length of stays to see if i could do it. Your video given me lots to think sbout. Take care
The start of this vlog is getting me thinking about my holiday. I too will be getting a National Express to Heathrow in less than 4 weeks then off to Bali. All the best Eddy moving to South East Asia. Look forward to your vlogs, cheers 🍻
Thanks for this video Eddie, and I know you have made the right decision. You are at the time of life when this move is needed for your benefit, giving you less stress now you are retired, and a much better environment in South East Asia. Good luck to you my friend, relax a bit after that long journey, and get into the swing of things again as you know this area so well. Looking forward to seeing your next videos once you have recovered and settled in. I'll finish by saying you are doing the right thing in leaving damp, miserable and depressing England, and spending the rest of your life in South East Asia. Best wishes pal!
Love this bloke! All the best from the Hunter Valley of Australia.
good luck to you, keeps us all updated
good for you eddy.
when it's time to go the itch get's too much.
you'll be fine, keep on doing the vids and good luck.