Living In Asia! Overseas Retirement Begins. Expat Living Overseas Asia Travel
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Think of it this way, you are setting a new example for your friends and family. They, too, can make this lifestyle possible. It is now an option for them!
Singapore's Changi airport is the best. Koi ponds, butterfly garden, movie theater, showers, hotel, shopping mall in the airport, and Jewel attached to the terminals. Truly amazing, take time to wander there.
Now I need to find your packing vid. I thought I traveled light?
I agree
Good point
Sometimes we need to be the guiding light
Thank you for words about fatherhood. It is hard to consider following your own happiness when you care for a child so much.
It’s tough
You have to focus on getting your kids into college first
Then, start traveling :-)
That’s what I did
I found your channel a couple of days ago and glad I did. I really like your message on all the various topics you discuss. Keep it up!
Thank you so much
I appreciate the feedback :-)
Thanks for the detailed info on the logistics--safety, preferred airports, places to stay, etc.. It's truly useful content. Keep it coming! Im headed to SEA soon and your videos are not only useful, but inspiring as well. 14:16
This is so nice to read
I appreciate this feedback
Thank you and have a great week
I'm really enjoying your travels... My company may be having layoffs soon. If so, I'm going to declutter and sell much of my belongings, rent my place out, and explore SE Asia for a new place to ExPat. Thailand may be my home base, then fly around to experience the rest.
Thank you for the travel tips and advice 👍
I totally understand
I am talking about AI more this year in my videos
Maybe once a month
The reason is I see more of us having to rethink work and housing costs , survival, the next chapter
All of that
Living cheaper overseas may be very important to workers who get replaced by AI while they are figuring out the next play
The US is so expensive
@@RetireandGo Increasingly expensive for sure. Also, it seems more friendly overseas, great health care, and living at a comfortable pace.
Glad you have decided on South East Asia to retire...hubby and i are contemplating the same too...we have been to most of the countries there except Laos ...will be following you along your journey for the next 12 months as you establish your base (the goods and the bads!) ..all the best from Sydney!
This is wonderful to read and I’m happy you two are planing to move to the Asian areas
There are so many great countries !
And lots of interesting cities in each
Thailand first but I want to jump to a few others this year too
Have a great day
Hi Tom Selek .nice to see you back to Asia. Take care you are the best.
Very kind of you !
Thank you so much for this warm message
Travel light as other countries in SE Asia have everything you ever need it with a faction cost to pay. Just remember, there are always pros and cons no matter where we live as life is short to do the things we don't love doing. Be mindful of your surroundings and be kind whenever possible. It's always possible. Sharing is caring. Peace out from a genocide survivor!
True! Buy little things as you go
I friend of mine asked me how expensive will it be to ship my possession to Thailand. I told him that he can have it all. No need to ship anything.
Haha I totally understand
I sold it all too
You are shedding the weight of “things”
It’s life changing
You are doing exactly what I’m going to do starting at the end of this year. ❤❤ Although I’m only one bad meeting away from running out screaming. 😱
I totally understand!
I was there too
Try to use breathing and the “quiet quitting “ attitude to stay chill ok?
I want you to take it less serious
Stay healthy too ok?
Thumbs up 👍 Bruddah
Thank you ! A big thumbs up to you as well :-)
Thank you. Please keep the videos coming.
Thank you for this
I will for sure
Have a great week
I will be doing a discovery tour this year to these countries.
Outstanding! This is great
Keep us updated ok?
What countries ?
@@RetireandGo Philippines, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. I also used to live on Oahu! In the country then Mililani!
Nice to see you back in Thailand 🇹🇭
Oh yes it’s so nice to be back
I feel more relaxed and healthy here
I needed this :-)
Thanks for showing the airport garden. I spend some lovely times there and a few sad goodbyes.
Oh really?
It has been a nice place to chill while waiting for a flight
Very old school :-)
Have a friend who rents a two bedroom home in Laos. It cost him $125/month. His Social Security income is $900. He lives comfortably , playing golf almost every day , and has a wife and two children.
This is incredible!
What a fantastic set up
He is originally from Laos. Decided to move back to his country. Same reason as myself. America is no longer affordable.@@RetireandGo
@@charlesmcdonald8654 so true
I was priced out of my own state
Sigh …
Well I found a new life overseas
Same here. I am excited about moving to Laos. I love it there. The best part too, is that the older you get, the more respect you get. Even in the public, if a younger person passes you, they will lower their head in respect. I guess it is a Buddhist thing that the parents teach the kids. Your videos hit right to my heart as far as my attitude and really gets me more motivated to move. Will be looking forward to watching your future videos. Thanks.@@RetireandGo
glad you are going back to Asia, my favourite place to travel/live
not a huge fan of Latin travel, but definitely worth a look
safe travels
Yeah I’m glad I went through these countries
I will go back to Costa Rica again perhaps even annually
12:14. Very happy
Absolutely :-)
It’s like coming home
Awesome stuff. You got it figured out ✅ Hard or impossible if you have family dependents to care for under your roof still. Maybe get there soon. Aiming for it 😊
I totally understand
I had to keep working and building that dividend account because of the same reason
Three kids to get into college first !
You are doing the right thing ok? Enjoy this time :-)
Thanks bro! Love these vids. Great explanations, and the videos of surrounding areas are fantastic. 😃
Very kind of you thank you
I hope you have a great week
Awesome to hear congratulations!
Thank you so much
It’s good to get back to the countries I love so much
Thailand Vietnam Indonesia Malaysia
Go for it!🎉
Yes! This is the year! Time to make it happen
Declutter and minimise. Travel while you're healthy and mentally strong. Life is a lot shorter than you imagine. Too late to regret for things you haven't done.
Well said !
We move to Bangkok full time in August … can’t wait. Enjoy your trip.
This is fabulous!
Please keep us updated and I’m very happy for you
A new chapter begins!
Looking forward to this.
Absolutely! Asia awaits !
Lots to see
I`m actually a fan of your travels in diff. countries, and good content with always nice spots when you talk, but no time to watch them all, have to work lol 😆
Good to see you back in SEA 👍🙏❤i had two month holiday in TH and Cambodia, was awesome ! Thy !
I totally understand
Yes, I try to put some positive thoughts on the internet
There is so much negativity and anger
I want to bring some happy messages
I order to fully appreciate South East Asia
you need to serve time in the West for years.
Enjoy your adventure.
Your biggest Danish supporter😎
I agree haha
I could not appreciate Asia without the pain of the west
The crime, inequality of punishment for crime, political unrest, no more warmth towards relationships
I’m over it
Another great vlog with plenty of scenery and honest information.
Being an expat for many years now, you are right about family, they become more independent and if there is a serious issue, they are only a plane ride away so could come to you if need be.
One question that you mentioned that you will bring up in future vlogs, is healthcare insurance. We are a lot older than you so travel insurance is high, and with each passing decade, getting more expensive. Whilst we do have insurance, and ensure we have enough emergency cash to cover us, this could be a problem for some.
Other viewers may have the answer??
Thank you so much
I’m working on talking a bit during the scenery as well if it’s too long
I’m getting great feedback from
Viewers on editing suggestions
Yes I agree, once the kids go to college they have about 10 years of independence as they check the world out
That was my window of opportunity haha
I love Asia. Take care you are the best.
So sweet thank you for this
I wish you a wonderful day
Great Job my Icon & Welcome home & back home again! lol
A big thank you to you for this kind comment :-)
Yes, it’s good to get back to Thailand
I feel more comfortable there
More at peace
I have been following you for a while and so happy you have decided where you want to go. Buy why Asia over some of the other areas, for example South America
Good question
Cost of housing is half
That’s huge
Also safer environment
But, I will return to south America to see a few more countries maybe next year
There are some conflicts right now I’m waiting to see what happens
@@RetireandGo I look forward to seeing your next adventures and to seeing how much it is costing you in each country. All the best with your travels!
Hi just came across your videos. Great information. If you have not done so it would be great to see what and how you pack for a month in thailand.
Yes for sure
There is a pack video coming
I try to do one every six months or so as it changes
Glad to see you back in SEA. I can definitely tell that you are comfortable and very happy there. I'm guessing South and Central America wasn't your vibe. Are you still entertaining Eastern Europe in the future? Enjoy your Time!
I will return to Costa Rica every year I think
I liked it and it was an interesting place to visit
You get around!!
True haha
I’m traveling retired full time now
After 35 years of working and investing to prepare
Aloha Tom, I love following your travels. (fellow recent Hawaii retiree in Asia) My wife and I are doing the same. We're off to Okinawa in a couple of days. You might want to consider Taiwan. I love it here. There's so much to offer. Keep up the good work. A hui hou
I would like to see both Okinawa and Taiwan for sure
I will try to get to South Korea later this year I think
@@RetireandGo If you get to Korea, highly recommend Busan. Lay back beach town. Seoul Vs Busan is like comparing New York to Los Angeles. Two totally different places
@@josephschickler5192 thank you for this information
I do want to go to Korea and maybe Japan later this year
I will look more into this ( if I go to Busan, I won’t take the train ;-) haha
Hey R&G .... Glad to see you are heading back to Thailand! Ive been on the lower Level there at HNL International. Did you go to the Cafeteria on that Lower Level? On my most recent trip from LAX-ICN-BKK i flew on Asiana as well. I was on the A380 for all my flights. You are right the ICN Airport is very nice. I never knew about the Showers though. Coming back i had over a 5 Hour layover and i found a great place to sleep on some comfy couches in the Terminal. I was wiped out cuz my first leg from BKK-ICN left about midnight. Lookin fwd to more footage from Thailand! Safe travels! Now i have to get back to my Taxes lol
I heard about that cafeteria!
Is it open daily?
I have never been
I do like to go get a subway sandwich then go eat it down in the garden
@@RetireandGo The Cafeteria has some strange Hours and i think it is closed on Sundays. Its been a while since I have ate there. Great food and the prices are good too.
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A warm hello to you
Have a great day
Question for you : Did you have to apply for a visa before you got to Bangkok or did you get the visa when you landed in Bangkok ?
I been going through your videos and shorts a little at a time . Good stuff .The tips that are in the shorts are priceless .
Great question!
No application for US citizens
Show up and get 30 days
Look forward to the upcoming videos/ We have made Laos our choice of country to retire too, from the United States.
It’s a wonderful country
Are you thinking permanently moving there?
If you do please start some form of social media ok?
People need more information on it
Yes Phonhong, Laos is my wifes hometown. She still has a piece of property, that we are going to build a home on.. Our property taxes and general cost of living and crime have driven us out of Washington State. I highly recommend visiting this small town. It is one of the stops on the train. The people here are some of the friendliest in the world. We will be there in Oct and Nov. You have an open invitation to visit. We would have a place for you to stay. Cheers. Happy travels.@@RetireandGo
CHUCK MCDONALD LAO TRAVEL VLOGI have posted a few videos of our travel, but nothing really serious.@@RetireandGo
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My wifes niece , at a wedding reception. 99% of the women of Phonhong are beautiful. Most are Hmong and relatives of Southern Chinese migrants from years before.
I am still debating to bring 1 or 2 suitcases to live in SEA.
I understand
Have you spent a month in SEA yet? I travel very light
You can buy toiletries and even light clothing cheap in Asia
Maybe travel with one
@@RetireandGo : About 16 years ago, I spent a few months in Saigon, and it was okay. I think I like Da Nang and Bangkok better. I want to bring a large 27 inch monitor to edit videos with me. So that is why I wanted to bring 2 large suitcases. Do you edit your videos on a laptop?
Let's go!
Yes I agree ! It’s time to enjoy Asia !
👍👍👍
All the best to you
That taxi!
Haha yes :-)
Please discuss also your visa options in the countries that you visit... As continually changing countries is not for everyone... Thanks in advance... Happy travels 🧳
Yes for sure
I’m using the tourist visas for now
Thailand long term visas are very expensive
But I do like to pop around Asia so it’s fine haha
Hawaii is beautiful as well
True
And the locals are kind
Very nice folks there
It will be part of my life forever
I’m keeping the house there, I just rented it out
@@RetireandGo
Hawai is not a retirement destination for budget retirees
Your utube income could be earned income for 2023
How much u paid for air ticket to bkk??
@@sunilrodrigo9778 oh yes you have to file it for sure
YT even generates end of year docs
Very nice
Could you give some reasons why you choose South East Asia over South America?
Housing cost was a big one
It’s about half in Asia.
I’m paying $16 a night in Thailand Malaysia Vietnam and Indonesia
Incredible!
Looking slim. Do I need a visa to visit cambodia? Or can I get one on arrival? Do I need invitaion letter??
You can stay a month, maybe even longer if you want to
I did 30 days
It was really nice
Yes thank you, I’m dropping some weight
You had a haircut !
Yes haha
I liked the long hair in South America
Now it’s trim for Asia !
I really enjoy watching your life style in retirement but I have a very important question, what happens if you have a medical emergency while overseas? Do you have insurance from a company or something?
This is a very good question!
I have two insurance plans
First is an emergency plan that covers ambulances and ER
The second is a travel healthcare plan
It covers hospitals
Together they are $100 a month
Very affordable!
Where is the video or link that explains what you pack? Thanks
Hold on let me find it
I see a few from my past videos
I try to do a full pack video every six months or so
Another one is coming from Thailand
@@RetireandGo oh ok. I appreciate the reply
Packing video?
I do have a packing video coming up from Thailand
Did I mention it in this video? Haha
🎉
A warm aloha to you :-)
1st
Nice! Have a great week
Seoul Incheon Airport used to be the best airport. But now, they ruined it by allowing pets to walk around the terminal, instead of being carried on containers, resulting in pets urinating and defecating on the floor. Their pet rules don’t allow this but airport staff just don’t enforce their own rules. The airport receives countless amount of complaints from passengers about this problem but don’t do anything about it. Avoid this airport if you can. Also, when you fly on airlines based in Korea, be ready to accept the fact that some pet owners take their pets into toilet on planes and let their pets jump all over washbin, play with toilet paper, urinate and defecate inside these human toilets. The airlines’ pet rules don’t allow this but the cabin crew simply do not enforce the rules. These are all serious health and safety threat to passengers. Who would want to wash their faces, brush teeth, take a dump and wipe their bottom inside these toilets. Korea and Vietnam are the only countries in East Asia and Oceania where their major airlines allow pets in passenger cabin. All other countries in the region do not allow it.
The seats, lounging sofas that you might have used at Incheon Airport probably have been sat on by pets. Good chance some ticks from pets getting into your hair. Same goes for toilets on airplanes.
No doubt Seoul airport is amazing
I love it
I choose it for connecting as much as possible
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All the best to you ! Have a great week
How is central america?
Costa Rica is fantastic
I’ll try to go every year
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A great week rolling along !
I hope you are well :-)