Thinking of Leaving America? Why Thailand Should Be Your Second Home to Escape the Chaos!
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For a while, I have been thinking about emigrating to Porto, Portugal on the D7 visa but I think that Montevideo, Uruguay is going to be my final decision.
May I know how your kids are managing the school? Are they are doing home schooling.? Or any other options .?
Welcome to Thailand
Single mom of 2 here and I live in Thailand. I've been here about 2 years and it's amazing. It's everything you mentioned and more. Don't forget about the affordable self care and healing modalities. 🙂
Any Bangkok hospital you recommend for medical checkup?
I have kids too and also considering Thailand but never saw a family video until now
I have some health care in Thailand comments. This morning I had a kidney stone attack (not my first). I went to emergency room at a private hospital, spoke to an English speaking doctor, got pain meds, slept a couple of hours, and got some meds to take home. The out of pocket expenses, no insurance, was $52. In Bangkok I’ve made next day appointments myself for an oral surgeon and a dermatologist at a private hospital resulting in bills of about $100. I spent 3 days/2 nights in a private room in a private hospital for $550.
@martypoll Could you say the name of the private hospital you went to please? Thank you
Which hospital you recommend for a medical checkup?
Bumrungrad Hospital
Bangkok Hospital
Samitivej Hospital
Can barely get that in canada
what about if you have preexisting conditions? and I mean serious preexisting conditions
So glad you're here 😃 I've been living in Thailand for over 4 years and without watching this entire video, I can tell you the answer is "Yes!"
I just spent two weeks in Thailand from June 29 to July 14. I went to Bangkok, Krabi, Phuket and Karta. The MASSAGES are amazing, the food is cheap and so good and 90% of the hotels I stayed in were amazing. Bangkok is like NYC there’s crime. You didn’t mention the night life and the ‘ladyboys’ I encountered a brief episode of racism while I was here. Traveling single and a Black female my experience was a little different. I also find some areas of Thailand very polluted with plastic waste everywhere. I had an amazing two week stay in several locations.
Whoever dates their daughters have some big shoes to fill. Having that strong two parent household is one thing, but to watch their dad work with their mom to live a dream sets the standard!
It supposed to be that way - STRONG 2 parent households - American is failing in this area.
What a fantastic standard that all of us should have. Wait, we do! Thanks Christina & Amon for doing the hard work of making yourself visible & sharing FI/FIRE with us 💕You make it look easy.
Thank you 💯🦋
Well stated. That's how its supposed to be. 😊
why are you even bringing up their kids? you weird.
You are correct.
The timing of this video is divine 😂 I was just doing deep research on moving to Thailand. I’ll take this as a good sign. Thank you Amon!
Me too and I thought the same thing when this came up.
Me too and I personally would love as many videos from these two as possible
Def good sign - as a US Expat here in Thailand 10+ yrs do the research and if possible a visit to get a sense of what Thailand can offer. Yesha
Yes, me to. Im single and son in college.. one more year.!
Check South America. Much better
I’m from Thailand and I am living in Portugal. Thailand has more to offer when it comes to entertainment, food, culture and economically. But I prefer to live in Portugal. The number one reason is the Safety the other reasons are; no traffic, no pollution, the weather is much much better, politically more stable, more peaceful and slower-paced. Of course I do love my country, but I would rather go there on vacation than living there.
I thought Bangkok was one of the safest places in the world to live in.
yes
I'm Thai and lived in Milan. The European lifestyle is so good.
Im Portuguese… and i live in Thailand… how is it even possible that you can say the weather is better?? It is def not more peaceful how is it even possible to say that? Portuguese are about to implement the biggest ban on tourists becauuse the locals dont want foreigners due to the housing prices.
There are 2 places on the planet one could die of boredom - New Zealand and Portugal
I’ve lived in Thailand 7 1/2 years and agree with all the observations here. I do think, when choosing a place to live, that culture, local culture, is a big part of the decision. There is a vast difference in culture between the US/Europe and Thailand/SE Asia. If you are going to live somewhere long term it should feel like home or at least no be a daily struggle.
Omg, we are going to Thailand next week. My husband love Huahin because it is quiet. Our plan is to live in Thailand for 2-3 months when it cold here in the US and traveling the world some month. We won’t wait 20 to enjoy life. I will be so delighted if I ran in to you both somewhere in Thailand.
Excited for the food there.
Hi Guys, please talk about the following: 50+ visa process and benefits, crime, safety, government stability, buying property (apartments/houses), quality of life re: weather, pollution and cleanliness of Bangkok, cultural activities and of course the Black Expat community. Thank you for this video. It's a good introduction to Bangkok for me. 🥰
After living here for 6 months, We LOVED thailand! Everything you mentioned is 100% true
So glad you are selecting Thailand as one of your home. Thailand is my homeland while I am now living in USA. Hoping to visit very often and perhaps buying a house there. Very excited for you and I’m very jealous that I have to wait 2 years to do that. Enjoy. Keep the videos coming. Thanks for sharing.
I saw a video of an expat in Thailand that went to the dentist. His dentist office looked like a spa resort!! The prices for major dental work was so cheap that you can easily pay out of pocket with no issues on a $1000-$2500 monthly budget!! You are so right Amond.
Wow that’s amazing! English speaking I assume… Bangkok? Could you pls. share a referral for us to check out? It would probably still be affordable even with a flight!
We were in Thailand a few years ago and every time we left our hotel in Bangkok about 30 minutes later I would feel ill. We figured out it was due to the pollution and I have asthma so I guess not for me.
Im miving to Thailand in December 😊😊 but Chiang Mai is much more my vibe than Bangkok. Beautiful place. The new DTV visa is unbelievable. Incredible opportunity. Heres to our new home!!! 🍻🥂
Was just in Thailand met the brother there Bernard who spoke very highly of your family and gave me a short version of your family journey and stated you guys had just left much respect,he himself and family just moved from Portugal. I was there primarily getting my teeth done 10/10. By the way he had just enrolled his 2 small children in school in Bangkok. May you continue to inspire and bless.
Love your channel. I live/work in Thailand for past 20 years. Happy to meet up to chat about life here.
Let me tell you something, that melanin is glistening in a healthy way with all that Thailand sunshine. Enjoy, fam!
Amon, you and Christina could make friends anywhere in the world. You guys are awesome! Tfs❤
THAILAND any time any day!!!
🎉 The timing of this video is everything! My wife and 8 y/o son are currently in Bangkok trying to answer the key points you’ve outlined in this video. We’ve been here since mid-June!
We’d love to see more videos on the school options, neighborhoods and/or house tours in Bangkok.
I am a single mother thinking of moving either to Portugal or Thailand. It would be great to do a comparison video of both countries. My son is in primary school so it would be great to have a video showing the options for the international schools in Thailand. I enjoy watching your videos and will aim to join FIRE very soon!
I agree! That would be a great video. I’d love a comparison as well.
International schools in Thailand start at 100,000 baht
Welcome to Thailand 😊🇹🇭 ❤
Hi Amon and Christina,
Thank you for the awesome content and inspiration you provide! One of the challenges I’ve had a hard time finding a solution to for financial independence and moving abroad is the how to keep a US based stock market brokerage account without the brokerage closing or restricting the account if I’m no longer a US resident. I’ve read that this can be a common problem for investors who move abroad, but I’ve seen successful investors like you live abroad full time and maintain your US brokerage accounts. I’ve read a lot of financial articles about this and lots of comments on expat forums, but having a hard time figuring out how I can accomplish this. If you would consider making a video about how to overcome this challenge I would be so grateful! Thank you both for helping so many of us on our journeys!
That is not a problem, except for the hour differences.
What will be a problem for sure in all coming years is the USD's decline in purchasing power.
I doubt it will be worth even half of what it is today.
I have heard from others that Interactive Brokers still allows this.
I moved to Cebu, Philippines. That’s the move and so many people who look like us here 🤚🏾
Cebu suck ! Not well developed, except IT Park. I know because I stayed for 3 months.
Philippines not well developed.
Sorry !👎🏾
Tell him about the poverty, and those scamming women!
@@charlesmassaquoi6717Lol
Great video as always. In a future video can you talk about what the requirements are to get into Thailand (and Portugal) perhaps a comparison. Income needs/requirements, required vaccines if any, best ways to locate apartments or homes either buying or renting, length of time allowed to stay before needing to pursue some form of citizenship etc. Best banks to use for ease of accessing funds if you have a US based bank
Nice video. But as someone who deals with the oppressive humidity for three months every year in Japan, I couldn't handle six months of the same in Thailand. Plus when we were there, we saw too many rats and cockroaches for our liking in Bangkok. Finally, I would worry about the protection of human rights in that country. Especially for women and minorities.
I'm from Portugal and have been living in the USA for 24 years.
But I don't blame u for wanting to move to Thailand because it's a beautiful place, I love Thai food, the cost of living is extremely cheap and the women from Thailand are insanely beautiful. I can say that as I'm single LOL but yeah I would definitely pick Thailand myself as there's soo much about Thailand that I like.
They actually PRACTICE medicine in Thailand, Cuba, Iran…
We took our family throughout Asia for 6 months last year and you're right. Thai folks are super friendly and we felt very safe there. We're actually returning this fall again and will be there for the Chiang mai lantern festival
This video is SO helpful! I am strongly considering leaving everything in my US life behind and relocating to Thailand so that I can save and take better care of my health.
Could you please do a video on approximate overall cost to make a complete relocation to Thailand from the US? Including visa/immigration costs, flights, and simple accommodation?
TYIA! I’m such a fan of you all and your beautiful family 😊
Hey Amon. I'm also an early retiree. I left the workforce last year in early October 2023. I was also a Federal Employee, but in San Diego. I did purchase one of your programs around 4 years ago, and used it as a guide. Thailand and Portugal were places I was looking at. In fact, I thought about doing what you talked about. Have a place in Thailand and Portugal. I'm still living in CA at the moment because I'm fixing up a property. I'm almost done though and soon it'll be on the market.
You studied at Thammasat University, one of the best universities in Thailand. You probably know the area. I recommend an area for living on Sai Mai Road, convenient travel, easy connection to City ( BTS Green Line ). The cost of living is cheaper than in the city. There is a large hospital. There is a night market called save one go. The food is diverse. And a fresh market called AC Saimai, consider it.
I started following your family during Covid and made a decision that I was going to visit Portugal if I survived 😂. Well in Jan 2023, I manifested a paid trip to Portugal. Visited several cities in Portugal and have been going out of the country at least 2-3 times a year since then. I was already thinking about Thailand and here comes this video 😊 Its a sign❤
Love this video!❤️ Thailand is on my list as one of the places to visit. I heard it's really nice and the fact that you guys are considering moving there reinforces that opinion. As you spend time there, I would like to see housing tours, interviews with expats, and more information about health care costs. Thanks again Our Rich Journey! You always inspire me. Enjoy your time in Thailand. 😊
I went to Phuket in April which was my first time in Thailand. I LOVED it! The people, the food, everything. To the point where I started researching moving there. I may even still research living there full time. I've mentioned I write comics. I even found a studio to work with in Bangkok so that would be a plus.
I meant to ask you this. I know you said your dad has been in Tokyo for 15 years. Has he ever learned the language? I took it in high school for 2 years
Leaving 6 months Portugal and 6 months Thailand is exciting !!. Do it!.
I've been doing that for a few years now. I live in Portugal and spend the fall and winters in Southeast Asia. I've narrowed my choices down to Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. It'll depend on the best immigration policies.
Thailand is influenced by Buddhism culture, any countries with this culture the people are humble as you know Buddhism practice is being compassionate, kind, etc.
They might practice Buddhism at morning, but at night it is the largest ladyboys gathering in Asia. 😂
No it's not the Buddhism culture.. But rather oriental culture who are all very friendly and patient unlike the secular capitalist nations
China is traditionally a Buddhist country...
I appreciate you sharing all this information. I was just doing research last night about living in Thailand.
We are trying to answer that question at this time. Our kids are grown with their own lives. My husband retired last year and now we are thinking about spending time in South America and NYC. I enjoyed spending time outside of NY but I do miss home. The cost of living is pretty low in South America we can live on about 1500 to 2500 very lavishly. Going out to eat, buying groceries and keeping the housing expense.
Chiang Mai is amazing cultural city you should try. Half the price of BKK too. The food is amazing in Thailand! If you can eat spicy food that's 75pc of their cuisine
Love to have you in Thailand. I am a Thai American living in California. We plan to semi retire in Thailand back-and-forth.
With the easing of visa restrictions, we are also considering a move to Thailand. An idea for a future video from Thailand: Pros and Cons of living in Bangkok or Chiang Mai? Thank you.
Please share some healthcare information. I left Bangkok last week and am now in Pattaya. Getting to know all the regions and where best to settle.
I’ve been watching and learning from your channel a lot and knowing that you’re considering my home country as your second home makes me so happy. I’ve live in the US for 10 years and there isn’t a day goes by I don’t miss my country and I would move back in a heartbeat when I am able to…and you are so right when you mentioned that they’ll never understand until they visit Thailand….tho the cost of living in Bangkok is still high comparing to other parts of Thailand, but still very cheap and affordable when you have US dollar to spend. I don’t need to sell you as to why you should move to Thailand, you just hit the nail on the head on everything.
Slow down Amon, I’m still trying to get to Portugal 😀 will add Thailand onto the list! Hello from North East of England, we love your Channel, I’ll carry on investing 👍
I achieved FIRE and moved to Thailand from US this spring. I too debated between Portugal and Thailand and ended up choosing Thailand for many reasons. The biggest turn off about Portugal was a rising housing cost. I totally recommend Thailand for anyone in a heartbeat!
I hope you move to Thailand, as you're opening my eyes to all of the positives. I didn't know and would like a much deeper dive on:
1) Safety - it's hard to imagine in such a big, chaotic city, that there isn't a safety concern. How do you make sure you're safe against any harm whatsoever?
2) Neighborhoods and cost of living for $400/mo. housing.
3) Health Care and how to apply for it -- what's the premium, is there health insurance?
4) Visa -- if you're working remotely or NOT working
5) How easy is it to up and move from U.S. to Bangkok?
6) How do we meet other FIRE people and expats?
Enjoyed the video could you provide more information on the housing and what people do for fun in Bangkok. Thanks and best wishes to you and Christina and your beautiful family. 😊
I stay in Bangkok city Centre Sukhumvit 26 and my office is next to the cooking school. And I am a member of your course. Hope you move to Bangkok
Welcome to Thailand! Safe , Cheap , Affordable , Kindness !
I’ve had 2 friends move to Thailand. One passed away in a suspected murder while living in a wealthy neighborhood and the other was robbed/beaten in his first month.
I would be very skeptical of what you hear about Thailand from ppl that are currently there. Thailand at face value seems amazing, but is built on a house of cards. The instability in that country is alarming but not obvious to the naked eye. Be careful.
True I was out there a couple years ago. Some Thai guys tried to beat me & my homie up. They were hating b/c we had some very attractive women in our section, but after they seen 2 guys weren’t scared of the 6 of them & was down for whatever they let it go but they were following us for a little while after we left the club but the chicks helped us lose them on the way back to the hotel. Other than that Thailand was a cool spot.
US is much more dangerous than most places to the US.
Millions of people settle/travel in Thailand and the cases you mentioned are rare indeed. It's one of the safest countries around. Visit before judging.
Stay away from another foreigners
Thank you for the good tip! 👍
I love the freedom that financial independence provides. Thank you for inspiring so many of us! I always knew FIRE was possible, people thought I was crazy..lol. What about the tsunamis? Is that a concern that you all have considered.
I am retiring at 45 and I will be spending time in Thailand. 🇹🇭 I visited 3 times and still want to spend time there. 👍🏼
I already have your kind of 2nd home in Vietnam and my 2nd home in Portugal. 😂 Thanks to you, I made my move very swiftly at the beginning of covid.
Awesome ! We went to Thailand for our honeymoon and loved it. Any other countries you have found with similarities I'm regards to cost of living/affordability, housing, Healthcare, food, etc ?
Watching this video warmed my heart for more reasons than words can say. Thank you for always inspiring Fam 🫶🏽
Been in Asia most of the last 16 years. I love Portugal. But Thailand has been our favorite in Asia.
Though I would like some good nature and mountain biking in the states.
Omg! I absolutely LOVE Thailand! I went there for a month for work (military) and loved it so much I had to go back and bring my mom with me 😂. It is a dream of mine to move there! How smooth/easy is it to immigrate there as an American?
did the math, its better to rent in thailand. $100,000 in a T-Bill will yield over 5%, that is enough to pay for rent on a property that would cost you $100,000 to buy.
How is the language barrier is English spoken more than in Portugal in the areas you’ve visited and stay for any length of time. Thank you be blessed and safe in your travels.
English is not widely spoken but you will have no problems communicating in Bangkok and other expat city destinations.
English is not well spoken there due to Thailand mean free land and never been conquered from any country in the history but don’t worry use the translation app or google translate
No, English is spoken more in Portugal, where children also learn the language. Fewer ppl speak English in Thailand, but a person can navigate the city. Thai also is more difficult to learn than Portuguese.
I’m very proud that I’m from Thailand .🇹🇭 ❤❤❤❤
Hello, good to hear that you interested in my country. I have followed your channel for a while. If you have any questions about Bangkok, feel free to ask.
Whatever works for your family. Continue enjoying life 😊
Great video and really appreciate the timely share. Thailand has so many positives going for it. It's #1-2 on my list for retirement. Especially with their affordable VISA programs. Enjoy!!
This is great timing!! Ive been watching several videos..Im black American male, 50s..retired, and at minimum thinking about visiting for few weeks to see if i can live there few months a year , and possibly full time if i love it.. Thanks for straight forward info.
I loved seeing you hanging out with our great friend, B. I’ve been following you and Christina from the start of your TH-cam journey and always felt like you all are the type of people we could hangout with. Seeing you refer to one of our great friends as a good friend of yours just confirms that you all are really great people. Hopefully our paths will soon cross ❤
Check out the Philippines!! Same reasons you mentioned about Thailand but everyone speaks English 😊😊
We are considering Malaysia and Philippines as they speak English. Great video!
But I don't think we have the same variety taste of food, qualified health care, and the humble of people etc.
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AMAZING VIDEO!! thank you so much for sharing all this info, analysis and your strategy! God at the end of the video I wanted to move to Thialand! I hope the next step truly does bring you there!! so I can continue to follow your adventures! I 100% agree about FIRE being about "freedom". TOTALLY! You all are truly living life! how wonderful! Sending you white light from sunny NY! Big hugs. Viv :)
My husband and I lived and worked in Bangkok 20 years ago. It was cheaper then. I highly recommend Bumrangrad hospital. Very modern healthcare and excellent care. Doctors are mostly American or European educated. Very affordable healthcare. Food and restaurants of all prices and cuisines.
Thailand is just a vacation hot spot for me. I've been there twice ( Bangkok, Chang Mai and Chang Dao) and on the second time around I didn't enjoy much at all. The heat and humidity was way too much, combined with the horrendous traffic and pollution. Also we wanted to explore street food and some local restaurants and the hygiene was a bit concerned of mine after my husband got sick eating from one vendor on our first time around in Bangkok's Chinatown.
The culture shock is something that one needs to take in consideration as well.
Chang Dao was lovely though!
Chiang Mai - we stayed in Downtown with a group of friends. I am sure that the quieter areas must be lovely.
Thanks Amon for providing. I am planning to relocate there in September.
❤That is really true. Thank you.
I’ve read that you can’t purchase land/home in Thailand as a foreigner is that true?
You can own a condo, but land, or a house, you can only own 49% as a foreigner.
Correct just condo. Unless you lease, put it under a company name, marry a local or under a girlfriend name.
U can purchase a Condo in Thailand.
Currently you need a Thai Partner or business/business partner, it's not the most simple thing in the world but it's definitely possible. But also you can just rent and incredible place for much cheeper than buying anyway
You can’t own land but you can own a condo.
Are you guys thinking of moving to Thailand?
All your points are 💯 valid! I've lived here in 🇹🇭 for 7yrs. Thailand is truly Amazing!
The one big negative about Bangkok is the air pollution. The air quality is never great and can get pretty bad at some times of the year. This is the one thing that would make me hesitant about retiring in Bangkok
Travel to Funchal Madeira one time you will not regret, it’s part of portugal but subtropical weather in the capital , in the winter during day time its around 19-21 degree celcius in Funchal. On an island the size of Singapore you can actually find many different climate zones from mediterranen to subtropical to temperate and desert. Enjoying your show
You should always carry a small towel to wipe the sweat. Thailand is not the place to walk around without sweating too much. Buy good morning towels. Theyre everywhere in Asia. If you want this lifestyle. Get out of BKK. I been to Thailand many times and have good Thai friends. Thai folks are friendly and very hospitable.
Yessss❤❤❤❤
We visited Thailand last year in March. Everything you talked about is true and we loved the country, but...we were there at the pick of the smoky season and that was really bad...and so was in Vietnam. I haven't seen the air that bad anywhere else!
I always wonder if you compare the laws, the government systems, the day to day that you want and if that is where you want to be half the time. I personally don't want to limit myself. Maybe a year of slow travel to many places, you can test out many places.
Thank you both for always be inclusive in your content. I am 23 months away from FIRE and have decided to relocate to Panama with my son. I would love to see a video on the education system. Thanks again and continue to enjoy your journey 🎊
Welcome back to Thailand. After almost two years in Portugal, my husband and I moved here to Bangkok and are so happy with our decision. Wishing you and your family all the best!😃
Love it! Our daughter has been there, and we will have to put Thailand on our list. We are headed to Malaysia in September.
1. Sharing a good relocation specialists contact info would be helpful.
2. For US citizens moving there, where could their kids go to English speaking colleges and what's the process like to get it?
3. How are you getting connected with other expats to make friends/develop community (Facebook, etc.)?
Wonderful choice…Malaysia is my choice.
I spent a month in Thailand in 2017. Traveled to the different provinces and ‘land of smiles’ was true! Except the border agent when I first landed. 😂 The only complaint I had was the forang tax. My stepmother is Thai and I had to pay 10 - 20 Baht over the local price for attractions. We also talked to an ex-pat (USA) and the troubles he had trying to buy a house. That was in Chiang Rai. My other suggestion is to ditch the Pad Thai and try the other dishes! My go to was cashew chicken and it was different and flavorful in each province. It was truly a wonderful experience.
Do research the new law about foreign income coming to Thailand that is a burden at the moment for many retired and expat coming to Thailand relaying on money from abroad , they reach 35% in taxes and are just in place since January 2024. I m leaving here in Thailand since 18 years but i m working in real estate and not retired yet . Amazing country once you pass the hurdle of Visas . Best of luck
Please do some videos on healthcare and health insurance.
Please visit the Philippines while you are in Thailand. I’m sure a lot of people would love to hear what you guys think of it. There’s also a growing interest among the youth about investing so you have a huge market for what you teach there. Plus, it’s an English-speaking country so you won’t have a tough time communicating with the locals.
Hi Amon and Christina! What a timely video. Though I currently live in South Korea, I've been thinking about making Thailand a 2nd (or maybe even a 1st) home. I went on my first scouting trip last December/January and I plan to visit again in a couple months. I love living in Asia and I'm feeling a very strong pull to Thailand. Who knows, we may meet again in Thailand some day 🙂
Thanks for this video. I'm also considering living abroad and this has given me food for thought! Keep up the great work guys!!!
OMG!!! You guys are awesome and such an inspiration to me!
Hi Amon! We’ve heard great things about Thailand! My hubby and I are going to relocate back to his hometown in Winnipeg Canada but we are considering a move to Thailand when we are in our advanced age. We hear that they really cater to the elderly
Thank you for sharing your adventures in Thailand
Actually, will be there myself soon. Enjoy your time. Stay blessed.
Very Cool. Such an inspiration story for your family. Loving the dream and it’s amazing to see that dream in action
Thank you for sharing.
Way to go looking forward to more updates