An American acquaintance, I once knew who had previously worked at the international school in Kuala Lumpur, comes to mind when I listen to your conversation with Allen and Paul. He not only adores Malaysia but has also blended in so well that we never even realised he was an outsider. He speaks Malay so effortlessly and with such a regional accent. At first, I was perplexed as to why an American like him would find Malaysia to be so appealing given many Malaysians themselves wish to immigrate to industrialised nations like America or Europe. He had a lot of Malay friends and appeared to be extremely content with the Malaysian way of life before deciding to wed a Malay. After their marriage produced two children, he has since passed away. I never thought of him as a foreigner. Many people were astounded to hear him speak to us in Malay because his proficiency in the language was ten times greater than some of the locals here. That's my old friend, an American who cherished Malaysia to the point that he ended his life here.
I wish more expats would learn to speak Malay and mingle with the average locals more... Not just the urbanites. And also for the locals to accommodate and encourage foreigners when they try to speak the local language, not simply diss their efforts and speak English right away.
@@Aeybiseediy -True. We never give foreigners the option to learn Malay or any other native language since the majority of us want to make communication easy in English especially for English-educated senior urbanites. For instance, English is not a language that the majority of people in Thailand can speak. If you were an expat, you would need to learn Thai to be able to speak with them and make sure your communications were understood.
As a Malaysian, I'm really happy that Ellen and Paul are living their lives to the best in Malaysia if compared to the US ! Yes, don't forget too, the many other fabulous beaches and mesmerizing islands, world-class dive sites, huge rainforests, three main different cultures with endless shopping malls in the country all for a steal if compared to Europe and the US. Oh, also the crazy gridlock in Kuala Lumpur city and its outskirts ! God bless you both.
Thanks for interviewing Ellen and Paul - such an interesting story they have! I hope Malaysia relaxes the MM2H rules because I'm ready to retire to Penang.
I wonder if the loopholes can be closed pertaining to abuse from a particular country. Thats what I read anyway which was why the rules became strict. A difficult situation yes especially when we are a small nation with little leverage. But with some brains, it could be solved i think. I have a friend who married a local and he was from Eastern Europe. He was complaining to me recently when he shared his experiences with our immigration. He was extremely upset relating to what he went through to get a PR status. I did some research, one of the reason why it was difficult is to protect locals especially ladies. There were many instances as soon as the foreigner got PR status, they divorced the local and brought in thier actual wives and families from abroad. I really hope so not.
@douglastan7084; I am in Selangor, Shah Alam, right now and I encountered here a LOT of hateful and Prejudice and Racists MEN. I've been Targeted; Discriminated, and Verbally Abused by SECURTIY Guards here at the D'Sara Condominiums. A lot of Hate Looks and they have told me to "SHUT UP" and they told me "GO BACK TO YOUR ROOM" or "You Cannot be Here" And they told me to "GET OUT" of the Gym and the Pool. They follow Me Around and tell me to Go to My Room, but don't target Men and other people that they Can tell are from HERE; but Me the Target and the Discrimination is VERY EVIDENT. Much Hate Here.
Thank you, Andrew, for making Malaysia famous again and trending like she was before. I hope Malaysia relaxes and gives a little leeway for the MM2H rules. #DSAI #KDN #imigresenmalaysia
I am a Malaysian living out of Malaysia for the past 20+ years. *I came back as a tourist every other months....for food and 🍻. Thank you for the positives about Malaysia. Both of you are most welcome in Malaysia. God Bless U both abundantly.
I know of some Malaysians whose citizenship lapsed or was lostbecause they took another passport. Malaysia doesn't recognize dual citizenship so the only way to come back and live was generally either a long-term social visit pass sponsored by a relative or the MM2H pass. Some opted for the less expensive SMM2H.
@@gerrelldrawhorn8975 Yes... I fly back to Malaysia bimonthly...Thank you AirAsia for the dirt cheap air tickets. By the way it was then before COVID sets in...now the air ticket is ....
Hello from CA & many thanks 4 amazing interview with expats(American retired teachers) loving their life in Malaysia and what's not 2love? More interviews, please! Living without a car reminds me of living in Tokyo, walk out of apt, ride and go! Wish i was there, until then, Selemat Hari Raya! Year of the rabbit, Chinese New Year, 2023!🐰
Ha! Yes, I was listening, Andy, and yes I’m really coming to Malaysia this year! As you know, unlike you, I’m NOT retired yet. But I’m gearing down and taking more time off. I can’t wait to see you and experience Malaysia, your beautiful new home! Love Liz 😊
Thank you Andrew for this video. This was a shock to see since I also was a Peace Corps volunteer in Malaysia from 1976 through 1979 and may have actually known both Paul and Ellen at that time. We may have been in the same group of teachers who trained in Malacca in 1976. Since you did not give Paul's surname and since the years have intervened to fog the memory I can not be sure if I know them or not. I do remember knowing an Ellen and a Paul. I actually traveled with Paul to Bali and Bangkok during my Peace Corps days. After the Peace Corps we lost touch. Since I am planning a upcoming trip to Malaysia during May and June I was wondering if is it possible to share some means for me to contact Paul if my visit takes me Penang way.
I am happy this couple decides to lives in Penang. Talking about California state where this couple comes from, California is really in sad condition. I won't go any further about this. Glad to meet this couple. Terima Kasih kerana memilih Malaysia as your home.
Nice to meet you Andrew. Just found your channel today and am looking to learn more about Malaysia. I'm not yet at retirement age, but I think it's good to get my thoughts in order and make a trip over. Friend's father worked for many years in Kuala Lumpur and he loved it. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
I used to live in KL, Subang to be exact, for 37 years, but have moved to Ipoh recently, the hometown of the 2023 Oscar nominee Michelle Yeoh. Nevertheless, I still go to KL regularly, ETS for senior citizens is cheap & convenient. I'd visited NYC, LA, Paris, London, Belgium, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Tokyo, Auckland, etc.. but KL is still the best for recycled teenagers 😜.
Excellent video, Taylor. It's really good to get an impression of the expat/retirement lifestyle on the coast in Penang and to hear how happy Ellen and Paul are living there.
Thank you Taylor for sharing Ellen and Paul expats story. The apartment is so beautiful. Thank you for loving my country Malaysia. Hope you have a safe trip. 🙏
@@andrewtaylor4558 I am yr fan. I am a retired housewife. I would like to meet up with you with my husband one day to buy you roti canai if you allow me to. You reminded me of my brother in law. He is an English man from the UK. He also applied MM2H programme since 2008.
Just found your channel Andrew! I’m enjoying it immensely. We are Canadian, but my partner and I are exploring retirement options. Hoping that the visa situation improves by the time I hand in the company keys. Thanks for the lovely informative videos.
One plus point living here I guess is so many countries are nearby to visit. You take a ferry and you are in Malaysia and so many places are nearby and not expensive to visit that’s the charm.
Malaysia had a turning point when we started Visit Malaysia Year in 1990. It was successful event and tourism has been one of Malaysia prime income ever since. From then on, infrastructure for tourism was well planned lead to MM2H program.
Boy, Penang had that impact on me too. I was there for a solid month finishing up the MM2H process and I just loved the island. Add me as a mah jong partner, Taylor!!!!
An honest description of Malaysia and the changes and growing division between the West Coast and East Coast. This not so apparent in Sarawak and Sabah, thankfully. God bless and take care.
Sarawak is majority Christian and with a plurality of Dayaks @40%,with 30% Malay and 30% Chinese. So no one ethnic group can bully the other two. All have to work together to get anything done. Officials and minority politicians are generally averse to the politicization of religion and race to n politics and even have banned certain rabble rousers from entry...and restricted Malayan party politicians from entering during elections. Kids of all races go to the same schools, there is broad religious freedom, and most of dicussions are on topics like inefficiency and whether programs will actually help the people, not hate speech.
Thanks for the interview Andrew. It’s good to be able to see Malaysia from a foreigner’s POV. As a Malaysian who has lived in Seattle since 1998, it helps gives me a better perspective of whether I should go back to Malaysia later. Who knows. I just might, but for now, I prefer to stay in Seattle because I prefer the cold and gray over sun and heat. Maybe I will change my mind as I get older.
TBH, because your skin is yellow, you will have a very tough time in Malaysia. Malaysia has become terribly racist since the time you left. You can always check with your relatives in MY.
i just realize some of the wonder art in this video is by you. Can you do a video of your amazing art. Its wonderful and i think would be so enjoyable!
Hi Taylor, great video. We really liked hearing Ellen and Paul tell their story about coming to Malaysia. We are really enjoying your channel and videos and look forward to your future content. Talk to you later, bye!
Another great video. Would love to see you interview your friend Jill. I'm in my early 50's and hope i can retire to Malaysia in the near future. Great content!
Hi Taylor, it’s good to see you posting again. A very interesting interview, I really enjoyed it. Can I say by way of hopefully constructive feedback, I did however, find the background music rather distracting and in my view not necessary. Keep up the good work, I look forward to the next one.
Veggies on Tour loved Terengganu and Kelantan and so did the Jetlag Warriors etc. In fact, Terengganu is Steve's, of the latter, favourite state. And the Swiss guy from Moonshine and Lemongrass was even treated to some rendang when he and his family went deep into the interior of I think Kuala Krai. Maybe the hostility is perceived?
I agree with them for traveling to USA and to these countries is a hell lot so overwhelming. One needs to take a stopover for some days and than moving further. I did this mistake flying straight to Singapore and I was sick for I was 2 nights on the plane, on my way back I stayed in Dubai for 4 or 5 days and literally enjoyed my Dubai visit too.
As a Malaysian, I hope ur gudself Mr. Andrew Taylor to initiate a club or association for those American's that already make Malaysia as their 2nd home. Thru the association American's who lived here can voice out ur opinion to the current government. Just my 2 cent.
Mr Taylor, could you recommend which parts of Penang where one can live without having a car yet able to take care all daily necessities,such as grocery shopping, eating out?
@@sueannetan4492 There are a few places. Near Straights Quay, Gurney Drive and around Queensbay Mall. I’m sure there are more like the historic parts of Georgetown but those are the main ones. 😊
Thanks for the great video. I plan to spend March 2024 in Penang to check out long-term possibilities. Would you mind sharing the name of the condo complex? Thanks!
Just don't be the expats that take advantage of local Penangite, that wanted to punch me the other day, for addressing his error for jumping queue in front of me. Just because we are Asians and you are white, does not make us pushovers. That is when our hospitality and welcome will end. Be courteous and uphold Malaysian culture and way of life.
That's inexcusable and he should be deported. Similar for some americans in my condo who were flaunting & breaking the SOP for 2 years even after I scolded them for it (because they make all visitors look bad with their misbehavior). As a visitor, I followed the masking rules even outside even if I disagreed with it. I say comply or go home, and also don't be rude as a foreign guest by jumping queue or threatening a local in his own country! Does one act like this in a friend's home? NO!
Ues, following the local laws and customs make for good relations. Often the violators are simply ignorant as they are newbies. But those that are willfully provocative should probably find another culture to live in. The pandemic situation was one where a lot of foreigners simply showed their worst behavior because they were swept up in idealogy. Queue jumping might be because other Asian cultures don't abide with that - same with knowing when one can haggle -appropriate dress (which can vary even within Malaysia) etc.
Thanks Andrew for this interview! Sharing the same concerns about living in Malaysia as a foreigner, why not to communicate these concerns directly through your channel that I believe is known and likable by many Malaysians before expats! Malaysia has a new government now that't more likely to be open to changes that can ease the processes needed to live in the country. Despite the growing xenophobia in Malaysia since the start of COVID-19 and previous governments blaming foreigners for it, I still believe that most Malaysians are welcoming and nice. I am sure that they also value our contribution to the country's economy and progress given that many of the expats here are talented, leaders or highly experienced. I hope for the best.. but when we've no saying in it as Ellen said it's really difficult to be optimistic! Thanks again..
Actually I stayed here throughout the entirety of the pandemic, after already living here for many years and having bought a brand new completed condo just weeks before the pandemic. I cannot recall "the previous government blaming foreigners" for covid. But I do remember Thailand clearly blaming foreigners for it. Is it possible you're thinking of that? I have no insight about the new gov't or policies except that it's a minority gov't coalition, and the last one fell after 18 months. I suspect the conservative majority Malays who outnumber the other voters and are growing fastest in numbers might take it back before long? But I don't know and it's their country so full respect to them and whatever they decide. I have no objection to the new MM2H rules. They prefer to reduce the numbers and want what they call "tycoons". Like Andrew Henderson of Nomad Capitalist, who supports the new MM2H rules. Both My and TL don't really want foreign middle class or western retirees anymore. I'm no tycoon lol, and I'm on the old mm2h and just renewing, and my understanding from them now is that we're "grandfathered" for just one renewal, then the next time in 5 more years, we must qualify under the rules in effect at that time. That's their prerogative. Malaysia has a popular new residency visa program where you pay $300,000 per couple for a 20-year visa with no restrictions and no residency requirements. That's in line or cheaper than some other comparable nations' golden visas today. It reportedly got 1100 applicants in the first month. This might be the way of the future.
It's okay without a beer 😆.. all matters is about you both to have a great time staying in Malaysia a peaceful and beautiful country .. enjoy your every moment here.. 👍🇲🇾✌️☺️
Informative, fun interview. Question for Paul: Is there everyday outdoor chess in Penang's parks and cafes? Any particular location where players hang out regularly? The reason I ask: I am an American chess master and chess teacher from the SF Bay Area, and I am planning a trip to Penang in May to scout it out as a retirement destination. I like to hang out and play blitz -- found it's a good way to make new friends. Would appreciate any insight Paul has. Thanks.
What an inspiring interview! Im a retired college math teacher from Chicago myself. Opened my eyes about Penang. A life without a car is one big stress less. Btw, is there a drivable highway that connects Penang to Kuala Lumpur or Singapore?
I cannot imagine living in Penang with no car. Yikes! Everyone I know here has one car, and usually two. Some even have a motorcycle. And seems that every local over the age of 16 in Penang has wheels! Even so, I prefer the bus or train to KL over a return trip driving. Highway drivers are frightful. I've seen some gruesome accidents on the highway to/from KL.
Yes there's a drivable highway, other than peak season or weekends 4 hours to Penang 4 hours to Singapore from KL. Time can vary with accidents or festive seasons which can triple the time spent on the highway. Bring bottles hahahaha
An American acquaintance, I once knew who had previously worked at the international school in Kuala Lumpur, comes to mind when I listen to your conversation with Allen and Paul. He not only adores Malaysia but has also blended in so well that we never even realised he was an outsider. He speaks Malay so effortlessly and with such a regional accent. At first, I was perplexed as to why an American like him would find Malaysia to be so appealing given many Malaysians themselves wish to immigrate to industrialised nations like America or Europe. He had a lot of Malay friends and appeared to be extremely content with the Malaysian way of life before deciding to wed a Malay. After their marriage produced two children, he has since passed away. I never thought of him as a foreigner. Many people were astounded to hear him speak to us in Malay because his proficiency in the language was ten times greater than some of the locals here. That's my old friend, an American who cherished Malaysia to the point that he ended his life here.
Thank you for sharing that story! 😊
I wish more expats would learn to speak Malay and mingle with the average locals more... Not just the urbanites. And also for the locals to accommodate and encourage foreigners when they try to speak the local language, not simply diss their efforts and speak English right away.
@@Aeybiseediy -True. We never give foreigners the option to learn Malay or any other native language since the majority of us want to make communication easy in English especially for English-educated senior urbanites. For instance, English is not a language that the majority of people in Thailand can speak. If you were an expat, you would need to learn Thai to be able to speak with them and make sure your communications were understood.
Beauty story
@@noordinbeldenlex1620 Ate there institutions where an English speaker can learn Malay in a formal setting, like most other languages?
We just retire from the USA too..pretty much the same reasons are Ellen and Paul. Maybe we will run into them in Penang
As a Malaysian, I'm really happy that Ellen and Paul are living their lives to the best in Malaysia if compared to the US ! Yes, don't forget too, the many other fabulous beaches and mesmerizing islands, world-class dive sites, huge rainforests, three main different cultures with endless shopping malls in the country all for a steal if compared to Europe and the US. Oh, also the crazy gridlock in Kuala Lumpur city and its outskirts ! God bless you both.
Thanks for interviewing Ellen and Paul - such an interesting story they have! I hope Malaysia relaxes the MM2H rules because I'm ready to retire to Penang.
Thanks Linda! 😊
I wonder if the loopholes can be closed pertaining to abuse from a particular country. Thats what I read anyway which was why the rules became strict. A difficult situation yes especially when we are a small nation with little leverage. But with some brains, it could be solved i think.
I have a friend who married a local and he was from Eastern Europe. He was complaining to me recently when he shared his experiences with our immigration. He was extremely upset relating to what he went through to get a PR status.
I did some research, one of the reason why it was difficult is to protect locals especially ladies. There were many instances as soon as the foreigner got PR status, they divorced the local and brought in thier actual wives and families from abroad. I really hope so not.
Get in thru via MM2H Kucing Sarawak. And you can still live anywhere outside sarawak once you r already in malaysia. Thts what i heard
Apparently the Sarawak MM2H is also changing its requirements?
Be careful of quayside. It is not what it appears from the video. I lived there for 4 years. Glad to be gone.
I am from Selangor and your video makes us feel proud that Malaysia is one of the top few choices for people around the world to live and even retire.
Thanks 😊
@douglastan7084; I am in Selangor, Shah Alam, right now and I encountered here a LOT of hateful and Prejudice and Racists MEN. I've been Targeted; Discriminated, and Verbally Abused by SECURTIY Guards here at the D'Sara Condominiums. A lot of Hate Looks and they have told me to "SHUT UP" and they told me "GO BACK TO YOUR ROOM" or "You Cannot be Here" And they told me to "GET OUT" of the Gym and the Pool. They follow Me Around and tell me to Go to My Room, but don't target Men and other people that they Can tell are from HERE; but Me the Target and the Discrimination is VERY EVIDENT. Much Hate Here.
Thank you, Andrew, for making Malaysia famous again and trending like she was before. I hope Malaysia relaxes and gives a little leeway for the MM2H rules. #DSAI #KDN #imigresenmalaysia
I hope so too! 😊
We have plans to move to Malaysia, but the MM2H rules need to go back to what they were before or they need to do a new level for retirees.
I am a Malaysian living out of Malaysia for the past 20+ years. *I came back as a tourist every other months....for food and 🍻. Thank you for the positives about Malaysia. Both of you are most welcome in Malaysia. God Bless U both abundantly.
Sort of same here.
For food, I would go Msia every week.
I know of some Malaysians whose citizenship lapsed or was lostbecause they took another passport. Malaysia doesn't recognize dual citizenship so the only way to come back and live was generally either a long-term social visit pass sponsored by a relative or the MM2H pass. Some opted for the less expensive SMM2H.
@@gerrelldrawhorn8975 Yes... I fly back to Malaysia bimonthly...Thank you AirAsia for the dirt cheap air tickets. By the way it was then before COVID sets in...now the air ticket is ....
Hello from CA & many thanks 4 amazing interview with expats(American retired teachers) loving their life in Malaysia and what's not 2love? More interviews, please! Living without a car reminds me of living in Tokyo, walk out of apt, ride and go! Wish i was there, until then, Selemat Hari Raya! Year of the rabbit, Chinese New Year, 2023!🐰
Ha! Yes, I was listening, Andy, and yes I’m really coming to Malaysia this year! As you know, unlike you, I’m NOT retired yet. But I’m gearing down and taking more time off. I can’t wait to see you and experience Malaysia, your beautiful new home! Love Liz 😊
aha! the sister. welcome to malaysia. looking forward to seeing you in one of his video
Haha, this is such a fun raspberry!
Thank you Andrew for this video. This was a shock to see since I also was a Peace Corps volunteer in Malaysia from 1976 through 1979 and may have actually known both Paul and Ellen at that time. We may have been in the same group of teachers who trained in Malacca in 1976. Since you did not give Paul's surname and since the years have intervened to fog the memory I can not be sure if I know them or not. I do remember knowing an Ellen and a Paul. I actually traveled with Paul to Bali and Bangkok during my Peace Corps days. After the Peace Corps we lost touch. Since I am planning a upcoming trip to Malaysia during May and June I was wondering if is it possible to share some means for me to contact Paul if my visit takes me Penang way.
I’ll pass this on to them!
Send me an email and I will give you their contact info. Taylorboz96@gmail.com
I knew some retired Peace Corps people in Bangkok in 2005, absolutely fantastic and wonderful people
I was a PCB (peace corp brat) also in Malaysia from 71 - 73. I'm now retired in Bali... but wishing I was in Malaysia! Cheers!
Thank you for loving Penang.
Thank you for loving Malaysia.
TERIMA KASIH for loving the dogs ❤❤❤
Come to Kuching Sarawak, you will meet the most diverse and welcoming people of Malaysia. Cheaper, wonderful nature and culture to experience.
I’ve been to Kuching a few years ago. Loved it! 😊
I am happy this couple decides to lives in Penang. Talking about California state where this couple comes from, California is really in sad condition. I won't go any further about this. Glad to meet this couple. Terima Kasih kerana memilih Malaysia as your home.
Such an amazing interview. Your videos and story telling is getting better and better!!
Thanks Ray Mak! ❤️
Nice to meet you Andrew. Just found your channel today and am looking to learn more about Malaysia. I'm not yet at retirement age, but I think it's good to get my thoughts in order and make a trip over. Friend's father worked for many years in Kuala Lumpur and he loved it. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Welcome! 😊
I used to live in KL, Subang to be exact, for 37 years, but have moved to Ipoh recently, the hometown of the 2023 Oscar nominee Michelle Yeoh. Nevertheless, I still go to KL regularly, ETS for senior citizens is cheap & convenient. I'd visited NYC, LA, Paris, London, Belgium, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Tokyo, Auckland, etc.. but KL is still the best for recycled teenagers 😜.
Thanks for your thoughts. 😊
Excellent video, Taylor. It's really good to get an impression of the expat/retirement lifestyle on the coast in Penang and to hear how happy Ellen and Paul are living there.
Thank you Taylor for sharing Ellen and Paul expats story. The apartment is so beautiful. Thank you for loving my country Malaysia. Hope you have a safe trip. 🙏
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@andrewtaylor4558 I am yr fan. I am a retired housewife. I would like to meet up with you with my husband one day to buy you roti canai if you allow me to. You reminded me of my brother in law. He is an English man from the UK. He also applied MM2H programme since 2008.
@@seetyokechung2957 email me at Taylorboz96@gmail.com. 😊
Welcome to our lovely country Malaysia 🇲🇾 and you will definitely love our foods, culture and atmosphere.
Thank you! 😃
Their apartment is fabulous ! In 2017 I lived in Roanoke, Va, my apartment was 1350, if I had only known !
What a lovely couple and a lovely home! As someone considering moving to Penang, this video was very helpful. Thank you Taylor!
Glad it was helpful!
Just found your channel Andrew! I’m enjoying it immensely. We are Canadian, but my partner and I are exploring retirement options. Hoping that the visa situation improves by the time I hand in the company keys. Thanks for the lovely informative videos.
Welcome aboard!
One plus point living here I guess is so many countries are nearby to visit.
You take a ferry and you are in Malaysia and so many places are nearby and not expensive to visit that’s the charm.
Malaysia had a turning point when we started Visit Malaysia Year in 1990. It was successful event and tourism has been one of Malaysia prime income ever since. From then on, infrastructure for tourism was well planned lead to MM2H program.
Amandesa Retirement Villas in Sanur, Bali just been opened recently 👍
Boy, Penang had that impact on me too. I was there for a solid month finishing up the MM2H process and I just loved the island. Add me as a mah jong partner, Taylor!!!!
Sure! 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 I heard mahjong is addictive. I'm not gonna learn it lol
Hahaha😅
An honest description of Malaysia and the changes and growing division between the West Coast and East Coast. This not so apparent in Sarawak and Sabah, thankfully. God bless and take care.
Sarawak is majority Christian and with a plurality of Dayaks @40%,with 30% Malay and 30% Chinese. So no one ethnic group can bully the other two. All have to work together to get anything done. Officials and minority politicians are generally averse to the politicization of religion and race to n politics and even have banned certain rabble rousers from entry...and restricted Malayan party politicians from entering during elections. Kids of all races go to the same schools, there is broad religious freedom, and most of dicussions are on topics like inefficiency and whether programs will actually help the people, not hate speech.
Thanks for the interview Andrew. It’s good to be able to see Malaysia from a foreigner’s POV. As a Malaysian who has lived in Seattle since 1998, it helps gives me a better perspective of whether I should go back to Malaysia later. Who knows. I just might, but for now, I prefer to stay in Seattle because I prefer the cold and gray over sun and heat. Maybe I will change my mind as I get older.
TBH, because your skin is yellow, you will have a very tough time in Malaysia. Malaysia has become terribly racist since the time you left. You can always check with your relatives in MY.
And with global warming, tropical countries might get even hotter though I hope not too much.
Thanks for your updates. Interesting interviews! Happy retiring in our lovely country 😄😃😀
Very informative, thank you!
Great video!! One day I may consider retiring there too.
you rock my friend! I loved every video of you posted so far! I just love your style which is so sooothing
Thank you so much!! 😊
i just realize some of the wonder art in this video is by you. Can you do a video of your amazing art. Its wonderful and i think would be so enjoyable!
Amazing interview Andrew and you're great interviewer thanks for sharing this keep it up
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Great video Taylor, you will have 10,000 subscribers really soon😊
Thank you!
Im Malaysian from PENANG state ✌😇
very enlightening Andrew...
Thanks 😊
They even have your arts on the wall! That's nice 😊
Yes they do, I gave it to them. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 That's a fitting gift! 🥰
Thank you for this great content. Are there other interviews like this? Keep up the great work 🙏🏼
I have a few. Look in the interviews playlist on my channel. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 🙏🏼
Good Day Andrew..good interview nice to see you visited Penang again..
Glad you enjoyed it
Great video..Thank you Andrew
Olga
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Hi Taylor, great video. We really liked hearing Ellen and Paul tell their story about coming to Malaysia. We are really enjoying your channel and videos and look forward to your future content. Talk to you later, bye!
Thanks guys! And thanks for letting me know you watch to the end. 😂😂😂
TQ andrew for advertising malaysia
Welcome to Malaysia and enjoying with more love and harmony where you stayed. All the best and have wonderful and beautiful live here❤
Another great video. Would love to see you interview your friend Jill. I'm in my early 50's and hope i can retire to Malaysia in the near future. Great content!
Jill is in NZ at the moment. I plan to interview her when she’s back. 😊
Hi Taylor, it’s good to see you posting again. A very interesting interview, I really enjoyed it. Can I say by way of hopefully constructive feedback, I did however, find the background music rather distracting and in my view not necessary. Keep up the good work, I look forward to the next one.
Thanks, some people like the music, some people don’t. I like it but try to keep it soft enough to not disturb anyone.
Nice! Thanks for sharing 👍 😊 😀
Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. It was a lovely interview. D pool area is indeed beautiful.
It really is!
@@andrewtaylor4558 😁
beautiful complex... nice artwork andrew
Many thanks!
Amazing images and Taylor I love your painting 🖼 . Very beautiful condo where they live
Thanks so much 😊
Thanks it was a great video and very interesting.
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Veggies on Tour loved Terengganu and Kelantan and so did the Jetlag Warriors etc. In fact, Terengganu is Steve's, of the latter, favourite state. And the Swiss guy from Moonshine and Lemongrass was even treated to some rendang when he and his family went deep into the interior of I think Kuala Krai. Maybe the hostility is perceived?
Nice couple. Good video! 😊
LOVE da music 4 this video! Please do MORE interview ! LOVE this! WHEN r u interviewing me!? LOL
Anytime CK! 😊
Hello Taylor I just find your video.its so interesting living in KL one day I will visit KL. Thanks.
Please do!
Great content!!
Great info..
I just subscribed your channel ✅
Really nice interview n amazing tour
of Luxurious Condo near the beach.
Thanks and welcome
@@andrewtaylor4558 what’s the name of the condo?
@@rickyong1594 Quayside
Interesting sharing😊
Love your Vlog !❤❤❤
Thank you!!
I agree with them for traveling to USA and to these countries is a hell lot so overwhelming.
One needs to take a stopover for some days and than moving further.
I did this mistake flying straight to Singapore and I was sick for I was 2 nights on the plane, on my way back I stayed in Dubai for 4 or 5 days and literally enjoyed my Dubai visit too.
Thank you for this video
My pleasure 😊
Wow…the best story tq
Thank you for posting another video about life in Malaysia. I enjoyed everyone of them. How many years total have Ellen and Paul lived in Malaysia?
Hi! Eight years in total. A little over four years on this round.
I think about 4 years now. Maybe a bit longer. 😊
What a nice couple. Enjoyed hearing their story. Hope the gov't will modify the mm2m program.
Wow your paintings are nice 👍
Thank you so much 😀
Penang is the best.... more tolerable & friendly.
Welcome back to Malaysia......👍👍👍👍👍
Awesome ❤
Welcome to Malaysia, have a blissful happy retirement.
Great video Taylor, you're such a great interviewer! 👍 Looking forward to future videos : )
Thanks so much!!😊
Hi Taylor, Penang always welcome
Love seeing you guys retired. I am 31. Love to retire early but i think i just can dream it.😂
happy enjoy your life in malaysia this beautiful couple mmm
Lovely art pieces 😊
Thank you so much 😀
@@andrewtaylor4558 hope to see a video of your art or artmaking 😊
for retirement Penang sure is the best place in Malaysia. coast and beach is plus point.
Hai uncle and aunty.. enjoy your retired in Malaysia
We’ll be back in Penang in two weeks for a 51/2 week stay and will be eating our way from one end of George Town to the other! 😂
Woww.. Professors 👍👍👍
As a Malaysian, I hope ur gudself Mr. Andrew Taylor to initiate a club or association for those American's that already make Malaysia as their 2nd home. Thru the association American's who lived here can voice out ur opinion to the current government. Just my 2 cent.
Beautiful people!
Very interesting. I'd really be interested to hear more about living without a car in Penang. That sounds very appealing.
Well, Ellen & Paul can walk to grocery stores, shops and restaurants. They use Grab car to get anywhere else. 😊
Mr Taylor, could you recommend which parts of Penang where one can live without having a car yet able to take care all daily necessities,such as grocery shopping, eating out?
@@sueannetan4492 There are a few places. Near Straights Quay, Gurney Drive and around Queensbay Mall. I’m sure there are more like the historic parts of Georgetown but those are the main ones. 😊
Thanks for the great video. I plan to spend March 2024 in Penang to check out long-term possibilities. Would you mind sharing the name of the condo complex? Thanks!
Yes of course! It’s Quayside. 😊
Where I live in the northern California, $1,100.00 a month for rent is a tiny studio or a share 1 bedroom. 😭😭😭
Sad but true. 😔
He is such a cool guy. I'm not in a hurry to visit Malaysia but I want to be friends.
Cool people with good vibes .sir
Yes they are! 😊
Just don't be the expats that take advantage of local Penangite, that wanted to punch me the other day, for addressing his error for jumping queue in front of me. Just because we are Asians and you are white, does not make us pushovers. That is when our hospitality and welcome will end. Be courteous and uphold Malaysian culture and way of life.
There are bad people in all cultures, I’m afraid. I’m sorry that this happened to you. 😞
That's inexcusable and he should be deported. Similar for some americans in my condo who were flaunting & breaking the SOP for 2 years even after I scolded them for it (because they make all visitors look bad with their misbehavior). As a visitor, I followed the masking rules even outside even if I disagreed with it. I say comply or go home, and also don't be rude as a foreign guest by jumping queue or threatening a local in his own country! Does one act like this in a friend's home? NO!
Ues, following the local laws and customs make for good relations. Often the violators are simply ignorant as they are newbies. But those that are willfully provocative should probably find another culture to live in.
The pandemic situation was one where a lot of foreigners simply showed their worst behavior because they were swept up in idealogy.
Queue jumping might be because other Asian cultures don't abide with that - same with knowing when one can haggle -appropriate dress (which can vary even within Malaysia) etc.
Lovely couple ❤ welcome to Penang
love your video
Thanks 😊
Cool !!! ... 😊
Taylor my brother in law knows them. Ask then if they know fellow PCV Bret Anderson and Tobey Ishii and Sarah. Same year 1976
Thanks Andrew for this interview!
Sharing the same concerns about living in Malaysia as a foreigner, why not to communicate these concerns directly through your channel that I believe is known and likable by many Malaysians before expats!
Malaysia has a new government now that't more likely to be open to changes that can ease the processes needed to live in the country. Despite the growing xenophobia in Malaysia since the start of COVID-19 and previous governments blaming foreigners for it, I still believe that most Malaysians are welcoming and nice. I am sure that they also value our contribution to the country's economy and progress given that many of the expats here are talented, leaders or highly experienced.
I hope for the best.. but when we've no saying in it as Ellen said it's really difficult to be optimistic!
Thanks again..
Actually I stayed here throughout the entirety of the pandemic, after already living here for many years and having bought a brand new completed condo just weeks before the pandemic. I cannot recall "the previous government blaming foreigners" for covid. But I do remember Thailand clearly blaming foreigners for it. Is it possible you're thinking of that?
I have no insight about the new gov't or policies except that it's a minority gov't coalition, and the last one fell after 18 months. I suspect the conservative majority Malays who outnumber the other voters and are growing fastest in numbers might take it back before long? But I don't know and it's their country so full respect to them and whatever they decide.
I have no objection to the new MM2H rules. They prefer to reduce the numbers and want what they call "tycoons". Like Andrew Henderson of Nomad Capitalist, who supports the new MM2H rules. Both My and TL don't really want foreign middle class or western retirees anymore.
I'm no tycoon lol, and I'm on the old mm2h and just renewing, and my understanding from them now is that we're "grandfathered" for just one renewal, then the next time in 5 more years, we must qualify under the rules in effect at that time. That's their prerogative.
Malaysia has a popular new residency visa program where you pay $300,000 per couple for a 20-year visa with no restrictions and no residency requirements. That's in line or cheaper than some other comparable nations' golden visas today. It reportedly got 1100 applicants in the first month. This might be the way of the future.
It's okay without a beer 😆.. all matters is about you both to have a great time staying in Malaysia a peaceful and beautiful country .. enjoy your every moment here.. 👍🇲🇾✌️☺️
Thanks! 😃
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Welcome!!
Informative, fun interview. Question for Paul: Is there everyday outdoor chess in Penang's parks and cafes? Any particular location where players hang out regularly?
The reason I ask: I am an American chess master and chess teacher from the SF Bay Area, and I am planning a trip to Penang in May to scout it out as a retirement destination. I like to hang out and play blitz -- found it's a good way to make new friends.
Would appreciate any insight Paul has. Thanks.
I talked to Paul today. He said there isn’t anything like that that he knows of.
@@andrewtaylor4558 Ok, thanks.
Wonderful couple
What an inspiring interview! Im a retired college math teacher from Chicago myself. Opened my eyes about Penang. A life without a car is one big stress less. Btw, is there a drivable highway that connects Penang to Kuala Lumpur or Singapore?
Thanks so much! Ellen has some Chicago connection! Of course there are highways, just like the interstate in the US ,connecting everything. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 Thanks, you three should be my first good friends if, God willing, Penang becomes my MM2H!
I cannot imagine living in Penang with no car. Yikes! Everyone I know here has one car, and usually two. Some even have a motorcycle. And seems that every local over the age of 16 in Penang has wheels!
Even so, I prefer the bus or train to KL over a return trip driving. Highway drivers are frightful. I've seen some gruesome accidents on the highway to/from KL.
Yes there's a drivable highway, other than peak season or weekends 4 hours to Penang 4 hours to Singapore from KL. Time can vary with accidents or festive seasons which can triple the time spent on the highway. Bring bottles hahahaha
You can even drive from Penang to Thailand if you are here.
Nice conversation. Just not sure the new mm2h policy would affect the expats.
It should not effect the current MM2H participants. 😊