Why Do Foreigners Choose Thailand & Philippines Over Malaysia?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ย. 2024
- Discussing why foreigners choose Thailand & Philippines over Malaysia.
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Maybe you should meet andrew taylor, an expat in Malaysia
youtube.com/@andrewtaylor4558?si=lK5wAQ3rn8rlwIVI
Excellent take Ben! In my mid 20s to late 30s I spent a good deal of that time in Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan and China, and as a single guy back then, I very much agree with your take on why most men overlook Malaysia in favor of Thai and PI, prime being easy relationships and sex, which were the reasons I chose Malaysia as a home away from home and a place I might find a quality life partner.
I dated a number of Thai, Japanese and Chinese women and almost married one Siamese girl from a traditional, well-off Thai family I figured would be a safe bet but she grew up spoiled (a form of parental abuse), and in the end while a warm and fun, being spoiled was insufferably demanding and judgmental. The potential pitfalls of hooking up with ladies who have family pressure to get married, or bring home family support is a real risk in Thailand and P.I., Combine that with the language and cultural challenges with Siamese girls and Filipinas, I backed away from relationships in PI and Thailand.
I felt more comfortable and at ease living in Japan than any place else. I had several lady friends and we got on very well. I do love Japan and have great respect and love for Japanese women I knew, and in general, unless, but I think unless you live in Japan and are pretty familiar with the country and culture, relationships can be challenging (but rewarding) but difficult to find a partner willing to spend her (or his) life outside of Japan, or in Japan with a non-Japanese.
Which brings me to why after dating several ladies in Malaysia and almost marring two several years apart, (both I should have married), I believe a rational, good intention guy would do better to consider Malaysia if looking for a possible life partner. For Americans Aussies and Brits, language is generally not an issue, and Malaysia like Japan is culturally more l American or European in attitudes, culture and laws. I got along better with the ladies I befriended in Malaysia than in America, Europe or Latin America, and in general our friendships were better than I expected.
In Malaysia I made as many good and true friends in one year than I did in my lifetime in America or anywhere else, dear friends who's friendship I will cherish forever. I can't really say the same for Thailand and Japan but a there are a few Japanese friends who will always be near and dear to my heart.
Generally all the reasons people go to Thailand, are just the reasons I would prefer Malaysia for a normal and predictable life.
As for Malaysia being a predominately Muslim country, I see that as a plus in terms of stability, predictability and safety. While doing business as a non-Musim ex-pat or resident can be challenging, I can't say I experienced any real hostility or or animosity as a non-Muslim and I spent time in Malaysia during both gulf wars. In-fact, more than a few random Malays made a special effort to be welcoming and assure me they held no Ill-will against me or Americans. Even among the minority of those who may be inclined to sympathize with radical elements, my impression was hostility you might encounter and revolutionary separatist areas of the Philippines, it's probably rare or nonexistent in Malaysia.
Once during the start of the first gulf war while having late night Roti with my lady friend, a group of young local men who were leaving the next day to fight in Iraq (in violation of the PM's order that no Malaysians were to assume combat roles in Iraq), started toasting to victory for Iraq. They asked where I was from and I confidently said: "U.S.A" and they all rushed over to our table, and to my surprise shook my hand and explained that they had no ill-will towards me and respected Americans. My girlfriend, a Christian Chinese lady was wearing a cross and one young man mentioned it and asked if we were christian, my lady who was a bit enraged by their display sternly told them to go away. To my surprise they apologized and explained that they personally they saw Christians as fellow believers and respected Christ. They paid for our Roti and bid us well.
I thought long and hard about that and other experiences in Malaysia, and the Malay and Indonesian friends I made in Malaysia, and while it's possible to encounter some infrequent friction as I did, I generally found that just taking a moment to listen, and connect with respect that tension or friction more often than not turned into sometime positive, and one of the many reasons what I love and miss most about Malaysia is the people.
Thanks Ben and everyone for according me the chance to share some personal thoughts, and that they might be helpful to others.
Cheers All!
Love reading your comment, sir. My husband is American, I took him to Malaysia and he loves it. He said everyone Malay, Chinese, Indian, and other race are so warm and friendly especially the Malays. They all talked to him especially after knowing that he is American. They said American foreign affairs has nothing to do with American people. One thing that doesn’t surprise me at all, he fell in love with ‘mamak’ food and became a Malaysian legend who sat at the ‘mamak’ stall until 3-4 in the morning. Few times they paid for his food and drink. I purchased some Malaysian snacks, the lady seller asked him and his mother to take one free packet of Malaysian snack and told them ‘welcome to Malaysia’.
@@Idaleasofia24 Thank you for for expressing your kind thoughts.
Reflecting on them and the time I spent in Malaysia it occurs to me how much my time there changed how I see the world and others, and much that became a part of me. At the time I had relatives who went to Malaysia as short-term volunteers doing humanitarian style work and ended up being there for almost three years, and many years later they still express how that time changed them in a positive way. Experiencing how well people in Malaysia spanned differences to make differences positives is an example for the world.
Thinking back, when first arrived in Penang from Singapore before it became the tourist and ex-pat mecca it is today, I was not inspired and as it struck me as dull, boring and backward, and my first thoughts were "I'm outta here in a couple of days". However, I stayed a couple of weeks to visit with relatives and for the next almost three years I spent about half of that time in Malaysia became a 2nd home.
I always sensed that I Malaysia would possibly be the best place to be when I had fewer days ahead than behind, and now that America no longer holds much to hold me here, just as I would opt to return, managing a long term visa has become much more challenging. and I lament feeling trapped into what Ben describes in his previous video 'Quality of life in MALAYSIA vs USA' as to why he left America.
Terima kasih, dan semua yang terbaik untuk anda dan keluarga anda.
Honestly, reading your comments is an eye-opener to me. The perspective of an American on my country. Much of what being written by you may not even be known by all of us...that a foreigner seems to know more about our country than ourselves...😂
Thank you for your frank opinion.
I travel quite a lot...part of the job...and will always look forward to return to Malaysia from my excursions...
It's the people here that make the difference.
I believe you have made a wise choice in staying here surrounded by a lot of genuine Malaysians. Your wisdom in comparing Asian women in general is a very fair honest opinion. Being a Muslim lady, we welcome people from all over and honestly when l was in America l get told many times l am too nice for a woman and questions were asked about Malaysian women in general. I hope you will meet a beautiful and kind woman wherever you are....
@@aizuraabdul9400 Thank you so much, what you share resonates very deeply with me and speaks to what I uniquely touched me so deeply about Malaysians in general.
Sadly I did not stay in Malaysia (apologies if I did not make that clear), but I did find a very lovely lady from Malaysia. As I was much younger then and had few career options in Malaysia, but we both had options in Australia we considered both immigrating to Australia (me from America). However due to the illness and death of my father and years of tragic events that trapped me for years in America we remained apart.
I believe I understand what you relate about about what people in America said about being 'Too Nice'. My Fiancee who had family in Australia found some aspects of Aussie psyche uncomfortably challenging and mean spirited, and when I explained that in America it can be even more so, she lost desire to live in America. I regret that I was too harsh in what I related about the often harsh realities of life in America, but my intent was to prepare her for what to expect, as I saw a few Japanese who came to America who were unprpaired for the culture shock, were devastated and returned home saddened, but I think Americans might mistake Malaysian civility and appearance for weakness or fragility not understanding the resolve and inner toughness under the surface of Malaysian Ladies.
Thank you for well wishes as well, I always kept the notion of returning to Malaysia when I retired, and if I can somehow manage a way to remain long-term I would likely return as America is no longer a country for many, perhaps it will be, God Willing.
Best to you and everyone there.
I like the fact that you said its kinda anxious being around girls in Malaysia. That shows how women are more respected here, not an easy catch for expats.
Theres no pretty girls in Malaysia.
Most (not all) expats wants temporary women to play with.....gullible ones will be used.
nope. it is just because malay is muslim and 3rd world country.
My experience with muslims is they are the most welcoming and friendly. Especially Malaysia
Yea I’ve had a very welcomed feeling here for sure
I am muslim from Philippines, grew up in Manila sorrounded by night clubs, daily drinking from neighbors, aggressive child beggars, fornicators openly doing their thing in public parks, no way for me! . I chose Malaysia over migrating to western nations, Alhamdulillah, Im living simply, modestly, and morally, no excessive public display of their bedroom afections here for the last 12 years.
Good for you i guess, I wouldn't live in Malaysia for how they treat non muslims.
@@peenoice5176oh shit i forgot about how malay treat non muslim so extremely bad to the extent of 3 richest person in malaysia is all non muslim. How bad is that? Must be because of extreme oppression they get from malaysian muslim. 😢😢😢
Btw, thankyou for not interested in coming to malaysia bcs that is extremely good for us to not having people with such an extremely negative thinking like u. Byebye
@@BosGaurus05Well if you're Jewish you'd better keep it very quiet. If you're traveling on an Israeli passport you will not even be permitted to enter.
The ex Prime minister when asked by a foreign journalist about some overtly anti semitic comments he'd made actually didn't attempt to deny or explain them, instead he confirmed that he was an anti Semite like it was just a personal choice. 😬
@@BosGaurus05 Us guys? I'm not in any team you easily triggered ultra nationalist. Im living in Hong Kong ( I was born here)
But I'm glad Russia was sanctioned now you bring it up since I have great friends in Ukraine ( and in Russia)and I don't believe in poisonous authoritarian thugs invading sovereign countries.
And on the Jewish thing thanks for outing yourself as a neo Nazi. Saves me wasting my time
@@BosGaurus05 I already wrote a long response to you Himmler but it seems to have disappeared and I can't be bothered to write it all again given you've outed yourself as a neo Nazi.
They asked if you are Jewish because of your name. One of my best friend in USA is a Jew. Her last name is Eisenberg. She doesn’t need to tell anyone about her race and religion, everyone knows just by her name. I’m a Muslim and she is Jewish but we are good friend and love and support each other a lot. World is a better place when we prioritize LOVE and RESPECT towards each other over anything!
Could be, When I first went to Japan several times Japanese (often girls) asked if I were Jewish. I later learned that a lot of Japanese girls are attracted to Jewish guys. Perhaps it has something to do with Japanese mothers share things in common with the stereotypical Jewish mom.
We dont hate jew.. they worship one god, what we dont like is Zionism
Malaysians generally, while not particularly rich, are fairly content and not desperate for money. We don't put any race on a pedestal. We are good with everyone. 😊
We like it underrated but KL is not so underrated since it's one of the most visited cities
Malaysia is suitable for a family oriented visitors.
The Philippines is family oriented from the influence of Spain. Ask any Filipinos or mexican households
Both Thailand and Phillippines not a Muslim majority countries and the way of life and culture are totally different with Malaysia. Prostitution, strip bars, akcohol and lgbtq is normal in Thailand and Philippines but not in Makaysia...
The poorer the the country, the more the women entertaine western old men , that's a fact
It's why Philippines is number 1 in that category. The poverty there is striking when you experience it first hand. I love the people but it's a very poor country.
Netherlands would like a word 😂😂
@@Whamku home to several of europe's top 20 richest companies
@@Whamku European chickens?
It has to do with corruption too. If all the top jobs are taken by your family, relatives etc but none for the people, the normal people are gonna suffer. All public funds are used to enrich themselves instead of helping the poor & fixing, building infrastructure. Philippines has a bigger economy compared to Malaysia but it made me sad there's still extreme poverty there. @@DamienYuen7718
Old man can't date a young girl in Malaysia. I think it's kind of funny 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Surprisingly Spore non-bar girls love old rich whites.
Less you don't ont mind being called OMU Old Man Unconscious....Orang Tua tak Sedar Diri😂
@@khairulanwar5212 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 hilarious
@@khairulanwar5212Insane Old Man.. haha
Malaysia girls have class.😁
That's true, a few of my waitress friends refused to marry white men even though they're professionals and decent looking. One is a struggling single mother but still refusing the multiple offers by this guy. Love is more valued than survival unlike the women from Philippines or Indonesia. Then I was pushing them to take the offers but now I'm proud of my fellow Malaysian.
Indeed...
Right.. simple & easy statement😊
Not in social media
What class?
Malaysia ladies knows all about the passport bros 😂😂 and they stay away from them lol
Malaysia is a country suitable to settle down if you want start a family even though you are a foreigner. It is safer for family and also for women. More and more foreigners are making Malaysia as their home especially from Japan and Korean. Even the Digital Nomads are making Malaysia as their hub. This is because of Malaysian prioritize peace,respect ,calm and really uphold the law. It is the nation value and culture even before its independence
Not just because Malaysia is predominantly a Muslim country but this value has been instilled to all Malaysian regardless their faith and belief.
Right now, Malaysia promoting the country as the second home for foreign professionals, expatriate and investors instead just a plain tourism. If you like lawless, chaotic , adult entertainment, wild nights and easy women, you should go to Thailand , Philiphines or even Indonesia. Malaysia cannot offer you that. Unless you appreciate peace and safety more.
I would agree. I do recall what a friend, a lady who's mother was Catholic Chinese father, a Catholic Indian and the related some accounts of religious and ethnic tension that nearly came to riots in the 60's or 70's, and her father who was an officer in the Malaysian Army sent them to India when due to threats from some radical groups, but today I would think something like that would be very unlikely today would it not?
Me too.... Agreed..
Malaysia is for family oriented.
Its not for wild party and sex...
Very rightly said, not a Malaysian myself, but Malaysia just feels like home, the values play a large part in it.
@@heavenheaven6312. Yup…..especially easy going call girls & prostitution
Boring country and theres no pretty girls in Malaysia.
I'm a Filipino and I lived in Malaysia for 8 years. Coming back to my home country makes me wanna go back to KL again. Seeing all the congestion, over population, poor infrastructure, trash everywhere, it's chaos! I even compared the rental price of condos. The price for a nice 2-bedroom in KL is only for a studio or a small 1-bedroom in BGC and Makati. When it comes to natural disasters, Malaysians call the Philippines as their "typhoon barrier". Philippines is prone to typhoons, earthquakes, flooding, landslides and volcanic eruptions. You can opt to live in the province where it is more peaceful and less crowded but you will experience random power outage almost everyday.
@@wandamaximoff813 Good to know
nampak? mat salleh yg datang malaysia pun selalu dengar azan n nampak org2 berhijab kat mana2. mcm mana la minah indo sorg tu boleh tak nampak semua tu?
Tau takpe. Saje nak provoke Malaysia. Macamlah negara dia tu muslim sangat. Pdhal kawin campur2 agama. Ikut suka2 Islam kawin dgn kapir
Nak claim indo lg islamik.. hambik lah..
Malaysia is a progressive muslim country we have values . We are more family orientated and our facilities are more to that.
So true... In fact we prefer it that way .... Much safer that way.... We don't want any haywire going around our neighborhood...
@@AzlindaRosAbdulAziz
Tell the Singaporean Checkpoint Authority.
Tantangpenn.. neighbourhod that azlina said was about her country only. Not around all southeastasia. There was misundestanding about my people,s view. I m sorry because of that. My people dont understant much other culture including me. But we are trying to be better to understand others.. thx mr.Tantangpenn
And malaysia is not muslim country..stop propaganding wrong news ... muslim majority shj yea..
@@rvd27u By constitution it stated an official religion of the federation is Islam. In that, it gives the authority for the muslims in saying this is an Islamic country. You may argue if you want but the world has accepted that Malaysia is an Islamic country.
U cant compare Msia with Thailand, its a two different world.Msia is for calm living, family orientated to raise family.And Msian people a kind of more western educated thinking, they know much abt western life n not too hastily attracted to foreigners, meaning that they just mind their own biz😊
Only idiot says cannot compare Thai and Malaysia.
Depends on what the person wants. But for a lot of men it's mostly sex. Not my words but their own. Whenever i say I stay in Malaysia guys first say but what about the bar girls. You can't really just buy a Malaysian woman like you could in Thailand and Philippines. Westerners don't know much about Islam or Buddhism. One could say that many don't even correctly practice Christianity.
The are called 'sexpats' 😁
Yes, agree with you
Now commonly as ‘passport bro’.
News flash: there ARE freelancers in KL as well. Women can be bought in every city of the world my friend.
One could say that many don't even correctly practice Christianity. WAH , YOU ARE JUDGEMENTAL , YOU SOUND LIKE A PREACHER , HAVE YOU LOOKED IN THE MIRROR RECENTLY ? Can't buy malaysian women , money talks and bullshit walks !
Thanks for your honest insights. Curious to hear a foreigners perspective on us. Also, admiring how you are talking non-stop while crossing streets, you must already be comfortable with the setting.
Stay safe ✌️
Thailand and Philippines has always been a great tourist destination. No doubt because you have alot to explore in those both countries because of their rich history. Malaysia is more like a long term destination, if you like it you will suit right into the people and culture, if you dont like it, then you will find it hard to blend in and enjoy what Malaysia can bring to you. Thats my take
if you choose free wild and easy definitely Thailand is the place. But if your choose for peace, harmony, cheer then you will love Malaysia.
3:07 Let me tell you something secret, some Malays thought that they were the lost tribe of Israel. This is not the position that hold by many but it's somehow growing especially when I saw someone that is quite influential within our community that taught this. So the one that asked you whether you're Jew possibly just want to know their long lost brother, nothing hateful 😆
I remember I saw a comment of yours when you first arrived in Penang, you said, "It seems like Malaysians aren't so fond of Jewish people at the moment."
Something that need to be clarified is that, nowhere in the Quran tells that Muslims need to hate Jews. In fact, Quran teach that Jews are People of the Book, both believe in the same God (God of Abraham), Muslims can eat Jews kosher meat if they can't find halal meat, Muslim man can marry Jewish woman etc.
So Muslims don't hate Jews. Muslims only against Zionists. Not all Jews are Zionists. And we can see nowadays that many Jews are protesting against Zionists. "Not in my name," that is what they say.
you gaslighting yourself so hard here its funny
@@mord696is that the best you can come up with???
@@hazarddavid6987 malay hate jews simple
"We love Jews but we hate those who want to live in their traditional homeland, Israel.", is what you're saying.
It's good that men are anxious around Malaysian girls.
To obtain a higher value gain, one must put a sincerely extra effort.
Yes that’s true, it really shouldn’t feel 'easy'
People ask if you are Jewish because your name is stereotypically Jewish - first and last name. Ignore these people - if they really follow your Chanel they know all they need to know - you’re cool and you like mutton curry - just like me!😊
KL is the sixth visited city in this world. We do not care if others do not come. They can continue to stay in thailand and philippines , after they are dried up financially, they can return to UK and america.
Yes, we do care if tourist do not come to Malaysia but if their intention is to visit sex tourism countries, then they should go to Thailand. Malaysia is a family friendly place for kids to grow up in nice environment without adult entertainment, vice and other shady businesses. Been to Phuket once and the red-light district is in public space. Women wearing skimpy clothing with their underwear sticking out and half of their chest showing, waiting for customers at the side of the road. No wonder STI rate is high in Thailand, who knows how girls serving the customers are HIV positive. Good thing we don't have that here
Because of the people from Bangladesh India Pakistan Indonesia Myanmar Vietnam come to Malaysia to work
@jihanjittu3125 unfortunately 50% are illegals
@@jihanjittu3125That's actually a good thing. Employing people so that they could support their families.
Because thailand and philipine have many 'chickens' for rent as young as teenager, malaysia doesn't.
Only fool says this
@siamnft-dg1tl even though its painful you have to accept it..😅
You don't say that, please show respect.
Thanks for sharing your insight. Appreciated.
Fyi : Southern Thailand and Southern Phillipines are similar concepts in cultures, race, religion, language etc with Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore. Basically we are MELAYU peoples.
I’m looking forward to visiting the deep south of Thailand and Philippines too, I hear it feels like you’re in a town in Malaysia
@@benfishermin yup true that.. u can take a train from KL to Hatyai simply cross the border in between.. Southern Thailand custom is more devoted to Malay than Siam for sure..
i think both part are muslim majority, that's why
I travel to Thailand 2 - 3 times a year. The land is blessed with kind and welcoming people, wonderful islands and beaches, amazing culture and architecture. In terms of price, for us Malaysians, its no more cheap considering the exchange rate. But its the best option to travel.
In some countries, access to alcohol, drugs, and companionship may be more readily available compared to other countries where such access is restricted or limited.
There are not too many counties left really care for their own citizen, especially in the west. If you want to drug yourself and change your kid's gender, go for it they will say. But, when you say drug and alcohol are bad for your body and mind, you want more spiritual and healthy life style and you cover up your body from evil eyes, they say you are too conservative or extreme,and there are money unthinkable craziness in the west today So, thumbs up for Malaysian!
Your points are so true. All are correct and point no 2 is very well put.
Westeners just only looking for cheap booze,easy girl and smoke legal weed😂
Saudis are like that too when they visit Thailand
All westerners? Or just rich and/or handsome?
I think Malaysian women are not attracted to western men unlike Thailand, Philippines and Indonesia. most women in Malaysia prefer their own race over foreigners…
Malaysian women as in Malay, Chinese or Indian?
Nuh. They are attracted to western men too, if they have a chance they will date them. However they are not desperate to get one. When u are poor u become more desperate to fish for western men. To Thailand's credit though, their economy is growing pretty quickly & Thailand wasn't as poor as they used to be. The Philippines are still as poor as they used to be.
@@secrets.295 This is why many are leaving Thailand for the Philippines now. They can't get the Thai women as easily as in the past so they move on to their next country where people are still poor and desperate.
Not true
I am a Malaysian woman and a Muslim. As a Muslim, I take relationships very seriously, valuing long-term commitments leading to marriage over short-term relationships or casual dating.
You are wrong to assume that I prefer my own race over foreigners. I prefer Muslim men regardless of their race or nationality. While it is true that men of my own race are typically Muslim, if given a choice between a White Muslim and someone from my own race, I would choose the White Muslim.
The main reason is dating. Lots easier to find a girlfriend in Thailand 🇹🇭 or Philippines 🇵🇭
FACTS!!! i like to live in malaysia but i don't want to be lonely.
Malaysia hits different. Wayy more developed and exciting.
Come now,its durian season
@@jesusnotgod5635 Durian berlambak wehhh
Vietnam is also mainly Buddhist. South Korea is very diverse.
I really can't wait to check out both of these countries
We welcome tourists..but feel unconfort when too many outsiders ..
I feel uncomfortable when I see foreigners in non tourist places. I already expect foreigners in places like kl, langkawi, penang, sabah, sarawak, cameron and genting but when I see them in the corner of selangor, kelantan etc. I feel uncomfortable like ‘umm why are you here?’
I watched your recent Langkawi video and wanted to share some thoughts. Exploring a new place for the first time can be both exciting and overwhelming, right? I get that you might have found Langkawi a bit boring at first, but trust me, there's so much more to it than meets the eye. From stunning hotels to hidden spots waiting to be discovered, Langkawi has a lot to offer. Maybe take some time to explore beyond the usual tourist spots next time. You'll be surprised by what you find! Keep up the great work, and looking forward to seeing more adventures from you
You need $$$$ to explore and he does not have much of them.
He is more on low budget. My opinion, the key is to research first before exploring. Even with low budget one will find Langkawi is heaven.
I loved being in Malaysia and planned to retire there. Then they changed the MM2H visa program so I no longer qualify. Thailand and Philippines programs are much more reasonable, especially for people who can't afford huge fixed deposits or property purchases. I waited years for Malaysia to finalize their program, and the fact they keep changing the rules is enough to make me choose another place to live. Malaysia made it clear they only welcome wealthy foreigners.
Yea it’s not feasible to get this visa for me as well. It’s nice to see Thailand adding the new DTV visa, I’m curious to see how that unfolds. Thailand was pretty similar with pushing for wealthy expats but it seems like the new changes are a step in the right direction. I’m lucky I’m traveling so frequently so I can come in and out of Malaysia, I’ll have to see if it becomes an issue down the line
Our top visitors here are asians(koreans, japanese, Chinese, singaporeans). Same as thailand(chinese, malaysians)
Bro, when the scooter passed you and driver barking, you were so appropriate. Despite you were the one on the sidewalk and the avenue was empty, this tells me how Malaysia fits your chill factor.
In America or US specifically, there are many Thai Food outlets and restaurants. So this might be one factor. Wanna taste authentic Tom Yam soup😅
It's hard for any country to compete against Thai food, IMO.
Having wifes that are much younger than their husbands is quite a common thing in Muslim culture though.
its not a bad thing when the condition are met , you can see everyday 25 years old girls in say LA act shamefull than a 15 year old girl in rural china , thats a fact
i second that, buddy :-) especially in some states here.
Not true at all, Malaysians Muslims tend to marry within the same age groups, ones that have huge age gaps in Muslims marriages are very rare.
That is a bare allegation. I know it is not a common thing because I live in Malaysia.
Where is your source come from ?
Again, I enjoyed your vlog. Interesting view and honest about ‘you can probably bribe yourself’ out of situation in Malaysia which may probably be true. Thank you
Ben, love watching u talk. U r so honest n very neutral in ur opinion. Keep it up 👍🏻
I think your last name might be why people ask if you're Jewish. Don't think people ask because they would have any bias, probably other jews just wanting to connect with a piasano.
I am guessing currently, the high cost of the MM2H visa is something that is a barrier for many expats. I'm from the US and I would love to move to Malaysia but can't afford the visa costs (currently around $125,000 USD for the bottom tier). But, the rest of your reasons are probably also spot on. Keep the content coming! 🙂
For me it makes no sense even if I had $125k to tie up. I've been considering S-MM2H (Sarawak) as it's more reasonable at about $30K fixed deposit and income levels at the level most on U.S. Social Security get, but sooner or later people on S-MM2H may be restricted from residing in peninsular Malaysia (K.L., Penang and etc.) rather than just 30 days a year in Sarawak.
Also, the MM2H programs have limits on how long you can spend outside of Malaysia, so extended holidays or trips back to a home country can become problematic. Health insurance requirements and costs can be an issue or impossible if you are in the 60+ age group and/or have pre-exsisting conditions.
For all the many pluses in Malaysia over the U.S. and that I'd rather go back and retire in Malaysia over remaining in the U.S. but with MM2H changes and other downgrades and challenges, Malaysia is all but off my list.
Turkey and the old former soviet republic of Georgia seemed a better option, and a friend from Denmark who's partically disabled and could no longer afford to live in Denmark moved to Vietnam and when kicked out during Covid went Tbilisi Georgia and loved it. I had considered taking over his 360-mo penthouse ( th-cam.com/video/H4MYxU1w_R0/w-d-xo.html ) when he got a subsidized flat back to Denmark but the war in Ukraine changed the landscape and cost of living in Georgia, but Turkey currently seems still a better option then Malaysia primarily due to visa and more moderate climate.
Cost of Living in Japan would be much less than the U.S. and in my opinion better on many levels but Visa is a problem as well.
France is what I'm currently looking at for long term retirement, Visa requirements are lower than Malaysia's old MM2H program, Health insurance is less and there's a path to citizenship.
There's nothing wrong with age gap relationships. I feel for you, buddy. You're 32 and broke. Most Asian women want financial security. They stay away from guys your age because young dudes are not serious about long-term relationships. They just want to have fun and move on to the next country.
And they know better, single white mens in Asian countries are usually sex tourists, majority of them.
Malaysian women are educated and independent.
keep it that way, we dont want t be crowded with tourists.
Really ? shows how much you know of economics , the more tourist the more foreign exchange , maybe you can learn from a Singaporean down south !
Philippines has a great Visa for US citizens, you can stay there for up to 2 years (making regular immigration visits). English is fairly common there too, and it's the only country outside of the US with a VA hospital system, so lots of veterans can get free healthcare while they retire there.
Malaysian visa requirements are not very attractive to foreigners.
Well done ..don't drink alcohol... remember your lovely family
Thanks 🙏😀
About the food price there is a different between big city and the small towns. To live cheap it is better in a small towns or at the kampung.
Which country do you prefer
You will be alright Ben. You know what's up and
are good peeps. Keep searching and follow the true path with your heart!
To sum it up it's about the three S's (Sun, Sex, and San Miguel) if you choose the PH and to certain extent Thai over Malaysia.
Yea for a lot of western tourists this is the case
@@benfishermin and for the record in 2023 Malaysia hit 29 million tourist against PH 4m only.
Don't downplay the load speaker it's the reason I left Penang
Bro, in Thailand, you can waste a lot of money just using the ATM. The cost in Thailand is US$6 per transaction if using a foreign card.
Manila expensive yes. Thailand is cheaper. Not sure about rent, need to go back in Thailand to compare. So far, Balkan seems like best place in the world price to quality of life. Havent been to that many places, but curious to find better placed than what I see in Balkan.
Do you realize you are walking around inside the general hospital of kuala lumpur compound in most of this video?
Nope I had no idea 😅
@@benfisherminmy showroom was nearby that area
Thailand comes across as more welcoming and accessible to english speaking tourists.
But Malaysia is an English speaking country and in Thailand they speak Thai, so I think it’s the opposite. Both are very accessible and welcoming I’d say though
@@benfishermin interesting, turns out I don't know much about Malaysia
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What you say about the Philippines is correct . It's expensive there. I have family there and I visit a couple of times a year and yes, I find things expensive.
Foreigners do not choose Malaysia, Malaysia chooses people who can visit & stay here 😎
Nope, we don’t choose whom should be visiting us. The choice is always theirs. What we offer is different that what our neighbors are offering.
Ummm,,,, can u swear to god that KL doesn’t have bars and prostitutions 🤣 i beg you pardon.
I realy thank God coz as long as I live in Malaysia, it's seen there're less drunkards, less immoral people, less crime, less fighting and the Slum problem was completely overcome in the early 80s. In fact, Street Beggars can be counted on the fingers when u walk down in the city.. so, continue to enjoy here❤
less immoral people, less crime, , YOU CANNOT SAY THAT OF THE TOP MALAYS IN POWER , ONE EX PM IS HOLIDAYING IN KAJANG ! THE IMORAL UMNO !!!!
Im sooo happy they choose somewhere else....i love relatively free from alcohol environment of my country...
Ben I've been curious why you don't record videos like this at your apartment or condo? 😅
I’m a Brit and personally I like Malaysia great food culture and people as a non drinker that bar culture puts me off big time but I am aware that British state pension only increases with inflation in the Philippines any other south east Asia country and it’s frozen, I would think that this is a big consideration for some people from the UK
Ah wow I didn’t know about this thanks for info 🙌
@@benfishermin British that retired in Thailand 20 years ago are now stuck on £720 a month state pension while today it would be over £1200 a month in the Philippines, some of them are feeling the squeeze
I am fascinated with the seemingly unending covered sidewalks where you are walking. Is this standard on major roads? Also, how long did it take you to get used to walking on the left or is that still something you have something to think about?
im filipino i dont travel alot in philippines but i really love to travel in thailand few times and im planing to travel this year.
Hey, there are a lot of Catholic Churches in the east side. Thank be to God!
Just watched your video on Malaysia, the problem is so many TH-camrs like your self come to Malaysia and stay a few weeks and got it figured out. Malaysia seems to be the hot topic these days for Passport Bros and other gringo's to find a new place to bail to. I"m an American from Seattle Washington been in Malaysia for the past 30 years and I'm on the MM2H visa. For one most of what you say is pretty accurate but and a big but is moving here to live ar your age is pretty much impossible. unless you have some sort of super smart talent they need. In order to get the visa to live here your gotta have lots of USD$$$ and I mean a lot in cash! I know the peanut gallery out there gonna tell me otherwise , I 'm telling your the fact of the matter. Whats printed and what's reality are two different things. I know I've done it twice and just got my renewal. For eg you have to show immigrations all least USD$700,000 cash money in your acct in the US. You must show an income of at least USD$6,000 per MONTH! you mentioned your only 32 that basically counts you out for the MM2H plan. Soon next month the govt will be announcing their new MM2H requirements and its even more dough to get in . End of the day you will have to have lots of dough brother to make it happen. By the way doing visa runs from Malaysia to wherever and coming back you can only do it 3 times per year and if you come into kLIA terminal 2 Air Asia terminal you will be questioned and possibly denied entry. This is a fact from other of my American friends who make visa runs to Chang Mai Thailand. So good luck buddy, I know I'll get a lot flame for telling ya the facts but like I've said I got a lot of combat time here in Malaysia and by the way you better learn the language it helps .
Passport bros have no interest in being here. It's not that kind of a society. You should know that if you have been here for 30 years. We're not Thailand, Philippines, Brazil, Colombia where the local women are for sale.
@@DamienYuen7718 Mr Yuen you are very naïve , go down to Jalan Ceylon or beach club and any of the massage joints Bukit Bingtang and the tons of executive health spas in Kl and PJ tons of Chinese Vietnamese Thai girls for hire. Any way you don’t even know what passport bro is. The kachang gallery again! So don’t kachow lah
@@Photojouralist123 I know who the passport bros are. You are way to angry for some reason.
Agree that Malaysian long term visa requirements are not attractive to expats, especially considering nearby countries are much cheaper.
FYI,the number of expats and foreign tourists visiting Malaysia are waaaaay higher than the number of foreigners visiting Philippines.. Im talking based on the fact and actual figures released by the tourism authority of each country.. duh! U seriously need to make more research before producing a rubbish content like this dude!
You are wrong though. The chinese and asians are the one who dominated your visitors since its more easy to access with your border. China is the closest border to Thailand its so easy to go. They go to Thailand first, next destination is Malaysia and then Singapore. US and western people only visits in Malaysia but US and western countries stay much longer in the Philippines since it has so many provinces to stay and its cheaper than living in a modern Kuala Lumpur.
@@bertronix182 u thought people blind?? Every one with eyes can see that not many western tourists in the philippines.. i went to philippines last year and hardly seeing any caucasian around.. anyway, malaysia not only receiving many chinese tourist, we also received many tourists from india, middle east, australia,new zealand and of course europe too...
@@ardentblue7493 were talking abount staying and living not visiting. You must be a clown for saying that. Philippines is one the top countries in the world for expats to retire and live. If there will be foreigners livin in Malaysia it's chinese or bangladesh. PH has 82 provinces the most in the world. Even if you went to PH you don't have superpowers to see all the western foreigners living there. Cebu, Dumaguete, Siargao, Bohol alone are huge and I'm just mention 4 provinces. You can clearly see in youtube who got the most foreigners living on SEA. This is staying and living not visitors. Lower your ego and search in youtube.
@@bertronix182 seriously? With high crime rates and poverty?? Philippines is not Dubai.. wake up from your day dream
@@ardentblue7493 Did i say its better than Dubai? Where? You arae hurt about Philippines dude? Muslims are really funny thats why Malaysia is the most boring country in the world. Don't get hurt. 🤣
We fought the Egyptian Pharaoh, the Roman emperors, the Spanish Inquisition, the Russian tsars. They 'defeated' us. But where are they today?😅
You must be very old. 🤔
You're a very rational and generally fair person Ben. Longer stay in several different countries and mixing with right minded + educated locals could perhaps provide broader perspectives and more accurate overview pertaining to the pros & cons of those countries, the communities & their respective appeals to larger based of visitors/tourists. Nevertheless, I still respect your opinions 😊
Yes, i like to watch Ben insights on country like Msia, a genuine feelings frm his understanding n dont like to offend anybody.
TH-camr like to be in 🇲🇾 to find sub and clouts. As most of them are English speakers and 🇲🇾 mostly can speak and understand English. Once the YT increase then they will move, it is easy for them cause they are expatre(living temporary) not immigrant(living permenanly). Phillipne and Thailand are 'fun' countries suitable for all people that looking for fun. Only few % will really consider for settling down there. No doubt, basic necessities like currency, hospital, education, housing, food and others facilites will be in to consideration if you are bring your children too. Unless if you are single.
You speak for yourself .
Those who hv families and kids prefer Malaysia .
If the intention is going after prostitutes , Malaysia is not the place . We Malaysians still hv the moral values
I don't think he said that Malaysia is a place to look for prostitutes, he is saying the exact opposite of that. Maybe understand the video first before commenting defensively like that.
Moral values does not define by your job. The way you are talking and looking down somebody because of their profession is not very moral either. Do you understand what I am saying.
That is exactly what he said about malaysia in his video. Listen to the video thoroughly next time.
@@henryyeoh8610 Do drug dealers have morals? Ones job can have direct implications of ones morals.
For those who like to have wild party, drunk as much as they want and having sex everywhere and easy ...they will choose Thailand and Philippines dear. But Malaysia is more towards Islamic country but others can do their religion practice too...and we are more towards family type of 'community' 😊
Yes that’s true!
I heard that some people (mainly foreigners) say that young people go to Thailand and Singapore. Families go to Malaysia. Honestly, I have no problem with that.
I enjoyed your video , it sounds "grown up" , so many of these type of videos are made with a very young point of view.
I have a business in Guatemala but Guatemala doesn't have a postal system , also veterinary care is kind of just a scam on the "rich" (poor people just kill the pet and get another). I really need a place where I can receive packages for my business and take my pets for surgery if necessary. I am considering Japan and Malaysia , I am worried about people who say people in Malaysians are a hour late all the time. I really would love to hear your thoughts.
Because of their night life bro..
as far as immigration, i heard the gov over there is sympathic to digital nomads. How about specifically to traders? As in, those who work for themselves on the financial markets trading various instruments such as stocks, crypto, options, futures, etc? And how is the internet for these types of work that requires extremely fast internet to the financial markets in the US? Where is the fastest internet in relation to the US financial markets (NYSE, NASDAQ, etc) in SE Asia? Is there a specific area in KL or other cities in SE Asia that is known to have that kind of technical specificities in terms of their internet ping rates to and from US financial markets? Now, it's useful for scalp trading only, other types of trading like swing trades are not impacted with this technical need. Thanks, buddy! Your videos are awesome, great work! Keep it up! Let's gooooooooooo!
This must be an earlier video coz you are suddenly back in KL and walking towards HKL.
Ben, this is only my second video of your vlogs. I may jump the gun but here's just some of my thoughts.
I am thankful for all the positive stuff you've been commenting on our country, of course they're not to the point of sounding totally biased or just to gain likes. Having travelled to many countries (Europe, Middle Europe, UK, East Asia, not the US and probably never - just doesn't appeal to me and my partner at this juncture), I do agree with most of the things you've said and comparisons made.
As you stay on longer in our country, I hope you'll still find it as vibrant and colourful. But the longer you stay here, you'll probably get to see more of the other sides of Malaysia, both good and bad. Stuff like, racial tension escalating, non-friendly pedestrian cities, kind-hearted Malaysians outside of KL/Penang with different vibes in each state, the availability of a nomad visa program etc. I hope that as you continue to vlog and do choose to stay in Malaysia permanently, your positive feelings still outweighs all the negativity that you've come to uncover at the end of the day.
I wish you all the best here and hopefully, you'd be a top TH-camr promoting Malaysia even more (hint: you could start learning some basic Bahasa/Mandarin/Tamil - throw some in your videos).
The second largest tourist arrival in Thailand are from Malaysia, Malaysians loves Thailand too for various reasons (not just the sex part). I used to travel a lot around Thailand by road, it's convenient and they are mostly friendly (even the police who tries to scam your money does it with a smile), plus the rooms are a lot cheaper than in Malaysia. I travelled to Laos thinking the people may be similar to Thais, but they're not. Lao people are nice too, but the thais still has the extra warmth.
Scammers with a smile are even worse. 😂
I'm a Turkish American guy,is it possible to find an open minded cute lady in Malaysia?
Yea definitely, but most likely will be Filipino or Indonesian. Just tonight I went out to eat alone at a japanese bbq place and met a cool Filipino girl, we hung out after and will again. It happens less frequently than Indonesia and Thailand but it still happens, especially if you go out on the weekend.
😂..its not weird..its...ahh..i forgot the english word😅..bijak 😊🎉🎉money🎉🎉🎉well bijak mngambil kesempatan😂
What does the name Fisher mean?
The Fisher surname originates in England and is seen in records from as early as the 1200s. Fisher is most often an occupational name from the Middle English 'fischere', given to those who fished, were fishermen, or sold fish, and their descendants. The surname Fisher is sometimes believed to be topographical, referring to those who live closer to river fishing traps.
Thailand because of easy access to women.
That's definitely one big reason
Malaysia is suitable for family travelers or those who want a quality of life at a reasonable cost... those who are naughty can go to Bangkok...
yes , like the one from Kelantan , where the rate of STDs is the highest , BTW did you know the billions Malaysians have been spending in Thailand ?
Being a Muslim country alcohol not readily available and expensive.
Yep this is true
Lol you were walking around obliviously into a Hospital Walkways , get some expats here to bring you to some party bruv
I dont see anything different with my Muslim friends than my other friends. The only exception is they tend to be touchy/sensitve when it comes to religion. Like I can make fun of my religion (or the one I was in, now I am an atheist) or any other religion without much consequences but Muslims get personal about it. I can only do that with my close Muslims friends but I wouldn't want to try that with Muslims I don't know. That said , I am not saying it doesnt happen in any other religion but its rarer.
Yes. They are nice people, but if you touch religion it will be Dr jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Religion is personal thing between them n their creator.Whether u believe in God or not, belliting their God is a kind of offended thing to them, not to be part of joke😊
@kamrulz659 On one hand the claim is "religion is a personal thing between someone and the creator" but in everything else its public and there is nothing personal at all about it and it effects even those who don't beleive in it. If something is public, then people have the right to talk or critisize it else keep it private and personal. That's only fair.
Why is there a need to make fun of someone else's belief? Any religion for that matter. Why? The Quran tells us don't do that and we try our best not to.
In Quran 6:108 "˹O believers!˺ Do not insult what they invoke besides Allah or they will insult Allah spitefully out of ignorance. This is how We have made each people’s deeds appealing to them. Then to their Lord is their return, and He will inform them of what they used to do."
@@zaharizak You can't quote the source of the claim and then claim that is the evidence. That's a circular argument and I already explained why religions shouldn't be exempt from criticism...and most religious folks criticize other religions all the time so your point is moot.
Great topic. For me personally, Thailand and Philippines embody more of a South America-ish, carpe diem, live in the moment ethos and that life-giving ethos is missing from Malaysia. I don't see it as a Muslim thing because I don't sense this with Indonesia. There's something very stubborn about M'sia that's always chanting, if we work hard and be prudent, if we blah blah...we shall overcome... And that is not very authentic to me. Meanwhile the admittedly aggravating natural chaos and cons in a place like Thailand seems to me to align more truthfully to the universal human experience. Thailand welcomes the part civilization wants us to deny.
The sin city role in Asia belongs to Bangkok and Pattaya (which even the morally uptight Junta ex-government knew and capitalized on by legalizing marijuana) and Malaysia is just such a polar opposite to that mood. I can't drink and I've never done pot, but I like the freedom of having those possibilities in my space. And, even if you're not having sex or pot, Thailand just has much better "finer things in life," full stop. The hotels, the home decor section at Central... I've lived in the US but Thailand is where I meet the world unfurling new and refined experiences for me.
Hi Ben. Glad to know you had fun with touristy areas here. Maybe you should try visiting other areas outside of KL city centre to get a better feel of what Malaysians are like? And have you tried the Chinese food here?
It depends on type of tourists and what they enjoy. Those who travel for self satisfaction, desires and pleasure will of course choose those two countries. The New York type of entertainment. Putting aside the Islamic perspective, Malaysia is more of a relaxing , taking a stroll type of holiday. Yet you can still have that hedonistic lifestyle nightime in KL. In terms of food, licayin and scenery all three is almost similar