I first came to Thailand backpacking when I was 24 years old for a 2 month trip then returned to Thailand when I was 32 to work and that turned into 25 years! I retired in Thailand when I was 55, as you can in Thailand. I'm also a NZer so have a similar view of Thailand as Steve.
Thanks for sharing Steve! My parents immigrated from Thailand to New Zealand when I was 3 years old. They sacrificed so much for me and my brother. We both have our degrees and good jobs. Now I am 25 years old and I want to move to Thailand. This video has made me even more keen.
Running, Cold Plunge, Sauna, Breathwork, etc... is SO MUCH better than nightlife ! It's great to see that more and more people are thinking about their health and protecting their brains and bodies from aging, breaking down.
This is my first time joining a TH-cam channel and supporting a TH-camr financially. I didn't hesitate to click submit because I know it's a way to support your channel and promote my country. Of course, I've also subscribed to Steve's channel. Keep up the great work of highlighting the positive side of Bangkok and Thailand.🤩
It is so awesome to see Hal Walker randomly! I haven't seen him in person in years and years but worked with him on a couple projects back in the day. He is just an authentic, kind, and amazing guy.
Thanks for this video. My situation is similar to Paul Lee's in some ways. I didn't live in NYC, but in San Diego. I did the hustle and bustle, made my wealth, and now want to "chill". That's how I came across videos like this about Thailand. I'm planning to explore Bangkok and Koh Samui before deciding if Thailand is right for me. I'll probably sign up for Steve's running group since I like to stay fit.
Been to Bangkok many times and back soon but one of the most refreshingly honest, down to earth and charming interviews on expat life...and great to see such enthusiasm versus the usual retiree whining! Followed Steve and hope channel a big success
Love your relax interview:) Sam. SoGlad to hear..... NZ isn't home now. Thailand is ... ❤Steve❤ And more health-oriented than alcoholic one is awesome way to us all.🎉😊😊
Woooo Very in depth chill perspective and selective elements on bangkok session this one...and all your mates have different energy ..as always love love love ❤
Thanks. Interview painted a "home away from home". For pom pom & commons, would you do 10d hotel there, then move to other hotels or would u do 30d in one hotel there? Goal: 1st timer seeking little sin-city, mostly quality-city. So helpful guys.
I've a problem. Bangkok is my favorite city for sure I but as a French living in Alps, I love skiing ... I think you understand that it will be complicated to do both
I finished my Year 12 in Melbourne and moved to Auckland, almost 11 years now and I'm also thinking of jumping back across the ditch or somewhere else 😂 NZ is not the same as it was in many aspects, but I suppose opportunity was never one too many hence the younger generations usually migrate overseas
I like your content. 😊 I would recommend you to visit Dinso Rd. My favorite is “Nan Fah” restaurant and order noodle with roasted duck (60-70thb) this the best one 👌 or Rice topped with stir-fried duck and Thai basil (ข้าวกะเพราเป็ด)
I agree with your advice to visit, perhaps more than once, instead of going all in and saying I am moving to Thailand. People go through phases here and you have no idea how you will cope with the changes you go through living here. I am a little surprised by you guys being such homebodies at your age. When I was in my 20s and 30s in Bangkok I only went home to sleep or change clothes. Gyms, squash courts, hotels lobbies, clubs and coffee shops, where I was a regular and known, were preferable to being alone at home. I second the idea of group activities and classes as a way of staying healthy and meeting like minded people. I do spend a lot of time at home these days but I am 70 now and live surrounded by rice paddies in Chiang Rai.
I really enjoy your videos, thank you. I would love to check Thailand out on the 60 day extended visa to live as I have never been but I work online is that okay to do?
With a surname spelt LIM, no mention of more in depth interaction with certain section of locals in certain language? Or visiting the temple next to The Cursed Mosque?
Great interview, always confusing how to achieve a longer term visa.. is the education visa that easy to obtain / guaranteed. And of course coming from the West / UK we still need a sustainable remote income
i'm wondering about these young people and their finance. How do they have the fun to support them long term? No family responsibilities? No bills? How do they find jobs in foreign countries?
Thanks Sam for interviewing fellow expats ..good to hear their experiences too! @imstevelim dont be ashamed of your power bill, for a studio in a newer condo i touch 2k thb...my parents are shocked cos we never paid that much for a huge bangalow in India so far! 😅 And a year in the same condo I havnt stepped into the gym or used the fancy pools(3 of em)!! Aah i saw some runners on a sunday few weeks go at the park ..must be the sabai run..will try to come say hi next time 🙏
"I don't go to the gym." " You are so lucky. You must have a high metabolism. I wish I was like that." I love it !!😂😂😂 It's got nothing to do with - " I normally go boxing every morning." ( if he isn't skipping there every morning - I will eat my hat) or '" The running club I started, because I like to run meets twice a week." " I drink alchohol every 3mths or so." 😂😂😂
Sam!! Thanks for having me on my friend! Always a pleasure seeing ya ☀️☀️
Likewise! See you at the Sabai run club soon 👀
Could I make friend with you😊😊❤❤
You are so cute, bro 🥰
Nice to have come across this video on life in Thailand. Thanks 🙏🏻😊 🌿 Greetings from Reykjavik, Iceland 🇮🇸
cute Steve Lim.
Steve’s smile is so attractive ❤
Yim suay 555
Steve is such a cutie! 😍
I first came to Thailand backpacking when I was 24 years old for a 2 month trip then returned to Thailand when I was 32 to work and that turned into 25 years! I retired in Thailand when I was 55, as you can in Thailand. I'm also a NZer so have a similar view of Thailand as Steve.
Thanks for sharing
you both guys are so handsome, Steve looks like Thai already.
Thank you content creators! I'm 61 and am moving to Thailand now. Never would have done it without social media. Enjoy your content Sam
Thanks for sharing Steve! My parents immigrated from Thailand to New Zealand when I was 3 years old. They sacrificed so much for me and my brother. We both have our degrees and good jobs. Now I am 25 years old and I want to move to Thailand. This video has made me even more keen.
I enjoy listening to your interview with Steve. It is interesting to hear Steve's points of view about Thailand. Have a wonderful time in Thailand.
Glad you enjoyed it
You guys are gorgeous 👍👍 beautiful smiles 🍺 thanks for choosing Thailand to be your (second) home 🙏🙏
Thanks 🙏🏻
His Thai shocked me. His English with a Thai accent shocked me even more.
Running, Cold Plunge, Sauna, Breathwork, etc... is SO MUCH better than nightlife ! It's great to see that more and more people are thinking about their health and protecting their brains and bodies from aging, breaking down.
Health and sleep is always number one 💯
@@Sam_tyler_ Absolutely. Sleep hygiene is essential !
I love Steve’s beautiful accent and melodious voice. I hear NZese in that 🥰
Nice chat and very informative. Thank you🙏
Oh boy! He is super cute and has a nice smile. 😊
This is my first time joining a TH-cam channel and supporting a TH-camr financially. I didn't hesitate to click submit because I know it's a way to support your channel and promote my country. Of course, I've also subscribed to Steve's channel. Keep up the great work of highlighting the positive side of Bangkok and Thailand.🤩
Appreciate you! :) what’s your name ?
@@Sam_tyler_ you can call me Bick 👍🤣🤣
Steve very cute smile 😊
Love your smile Steve. I love the way you laugh.
Great interview. Your friends seem awesome.
💙
It is so awesome to see Hal Walker randomly! I haven't seen him in person in years and years but worked with him on a couple projects back in the day. He is just an authentic, kind, and amazing guy.
So cool !
Steve is sooooo cute 🥰
Thanks for this video. My situation is similar to Paul Lee's in some ways. I didn't live in NYC, but in San Diego. I did the hustle and bustle, made my wealth, and now want to "chill". That's how I came across videos like this about Thailand. I'm planning to explore Bangkok and Koh Samui before deciding if Thailand is right for me. I'll probably sign up for Steve's running group since I like to stay fit.
Steve พูดเสียงสูงต่ำวรรณยุกต์ไทยได้ชัด ใช้ได้ 😊
Steve geng makk
Thanks for this lovely and informational vid which I chanced upon.
Been to Bangkok many times and back soon but one of the most refreshingly honest, down to earth and charming interviews on expat life...and great to see such enthusiasm versus the usual retiree whining! Followed Steve and hope channel a big success
Glad you enjoyed it!
steve handsome
Lor mak
Thx for the recommendations
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What an interesting video! I thoroughly enjoyed it😊
The instrument called 'CAN' you can say it like the word can. It's kinda like a harmonica with pipe organ mix together.
Love your relax interview:) Sam. SoGlad to hear.....
NZ isn't home now.
Thailand is ... ❤Steve❤
And more health-oriented than alcoholic one is awesome way to us all.🎉😊😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Woooo Very in depth chill perspective and selective elements on bangkok session this one...and all your mates have different energy ..as always love love love ❤
Glad you liked it 😁
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Amazingyoungguywehopemeaningfulourgoldenageandalwaysloveoureachothercloseserfriend❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤， 4:42 😅😅😅😅
8:55 "kan" is a Lao Reed Mouth Organ, also known as the "แคน" and is a traditional instrument from Laos and northeastern Thailand.
👏🏻
You two convinced me to follow you on YT. 😊❤️ I wish I could come to Thailand, but I'm not brave enough....
Go for it!💙
Nong Steve 😊
BKK had a reputation as a crazy place way before the movie " Hangover ". As someone who has been coming to Thailand over 40 yrs.
OMG Steve is so gorgeous 🔥
Love this! Can't wait to meet you guys when I come over. Prefer a cleaner hang out. Very cool
For sure 🙌🏻
Great Interview Sam as allways. Plenty of good content xxxxx❤🎉❤🎉😊
Thanks ❤️
I actually live across the Hudson River from NYC near the George Washington Bridge. But I'd like to try Bangkok!
Will be in BKK in November. Hopefully we can meet up and chat about life in Thailand.
Steve is gorgeous. suay mach mach !
Haha he’s a handsome chap
If Steve were my boyfriend, I would choose Thailand over my country.
You both are most welcome, hope you enjoy living in Thailand :)
Thank you 🙏.
มาเที่ยวเชียงใหม่กันครับ
🥰🤩
Sure 👍🏻
Great interview!
Thanks 🙏🏻
I'm Thai I love both of you. Thailand still welcome positive mindset nomads.
Thanks 🤩
รักเค้า 4:21
Thanks. Interview painted a "home away from home". For pom pom & commons, would you do 10d hotel there, then move to other hotels or would u do 30d in one hotel there? Goal: 1st timer seeking little sin-city, mostly quality-city. So helpful guys.
I would definitely go for the first option and split it into different hotels or airbnb
The music instrument is called Can “แคน“ like you say “Can” not Cayenne 😊 this Can from Esan (Northeastern) region of Thailand
Thanks for the info! 😁
Precursor to church organ, invented by none other than Mother Goddess of the Hua Xia Civilization.
I've a problem. Bangkok is my favorite city for sure I but as a French living in Alps, I love skiing ... I think you understand that it will be complicated to do both
I love Steve
cool and qute interview🎉❤
❤️
ohh i love to hear your laugh Sam.. .U have a soothing voice and handsome too. 😍
Thanks 😁
I finished my Year 12 in Melbourne and moved to Auckland, almost 11 years now and I'm also thinking of jumping back across the ditch or somewhere else 😂 NZ is not the same as it was in many aspects, but I suppose opportunity was never one too many hence the younger generations usually migrate overseas
I like your content. 😊 I would recommend you to visit Dinso Rd. My favorite is “Nan Fah” restaurant and order noodle with roasted duck (60-70thb) this the best one 👌 or Rice topped with stir-fried duck and Thai basil (ข้าวกะเพราเป็ด)
Love that recommendation! Thanks 🤩
Both are very handsome..
Sweet interviews 🙏❤🙏
@@Sam_tyler_ 😎
LOL The "stainless steel" got me
😂😂
his Thai so clear !!!
Steve has great pronunciation👌🏻
Steve doesn’t have Kiwi accent at all. 😅 enjoy living in Thailand, Steve.
I agree with your advice to visit, perhaps more than once, instead of going all in and saying I am moving to Thailand. People go through phases here and you have no idea how you will cope with the changes you go through living here. I am a little surprised by you guys being such homebodies at your age. When I was in my 20s and 30s in Bangkok I only went home to sleep or change clothes. Gyms, squash courts, hotels lobbies, clubs and coffee shops, where I was a regular and known, were preferable to being alone at home. I second the idea of group activities and classes as a way of staying healthy and meeting like minded people. I do spend a lot of time at home these days but I am 70 now and live surrounded by rice paddies in Chiang Rai.
Wow interesting insights there, thanks for sharing :)
I really enjoy your videos, thank you. I would love to check Thailand out on the 60 day extended visa to live as I have never been but I work online is that okay to do?
Nice🎉
Thanks!
Met each other on Grindr huh? Good score tho ;)
With a surname spelt LIM, no mention of more in depth interaction with certain section of locals in certain language?
Or visiting the temple next to The Cursed Mosque?
Great interview, always confusing how to achieve a longer term visa.. is the education visa that easy to obtain / guaranteed. And of course coming from the West / UK we still need a sustainable remote income
I practice my english from your channel
Glad to hear that :)
หล่อมากสตีฟ
I think Steve's face look like Thai man and Chinese who was born in Thailand . If Steve can speak Thai well nobody know he's from aborad
So handsome boy❤❤❤ I love him
Steve is a Stud😉
I hope you'll visit here in the Philippines
November / December time 😃
@@Sam_tyler_ I wish we make a video
"So for me, New Zealand isn't home, Thailand is home" 💘💘
👏🏻👏🏻
BIGGEST FAN RH !! 😂 IM ALWAYS WAVING A FLAG
I see you 👏🏻 👀 😂
Nearly 4k 🎉🎉 woooo woo getting my groove on for ya
how many times did you hear "for sure" from video? :))
😅😅 Two cute guys with Thai hearts😅😅
😂💙
i'm wondering about these young people and their finance. How do they have the fun to support them long term? No family responsibilities? No bills? How do they find jobs in foreign countries?
We just talked. His legs felt great. ♥
❤
Steve is extremely handsome
Another kiwi flies away ...
As a rule, we do make good folk.
👏🏻
love
💙
Are you guys doing it?
I wish you both were couple, so sweet 🥰
😂
hope your"s two is couple
Awwwww
what does Sam's accent sound like? coz it's not like an American accent. sam has mastered the Thai-English accent. are they both from New Zealand?
Read the title again.
for the digital nomad visa, do you have to prove you make $13,600 USD a month ?!!
Thanks Sam for interviewing fellow expats ..good to hear their experiences too!
@imstevelim dont be ashamed of your power bill, for a studio in a newer condo i touch 2k thb...my parents are shocked cos we never paid that much for a huge bangalow in India so far! 😅 And a year in the same condo I havnt stepped into the gym or used the fancy pools(3 of em)!!
Aah i saw some runners on a sunday few weeks go at the park ..must be the sabai run..will try to come say hi next time 🙏
but he still retains his new zealand passport does not he
touche guys
Not Sa Traw Bear Ry It's more like Sa Tor Ber Ry though 🍓🍓🍓
😄😄
The living cost in New Zealand is just ridiculous.
I try to learn English from your vedio.😁
That's great!
Both cute guy
"I don't go to the gym."
" You are so lucky.
You must have a high metabolism. I wish I was like that."
I love it !!😂😂😂
It's got nothing to do with -
" I normally go boxing every morning." ( if he isn't skipping there every morning - I will eat my hat)
or
'" The running club I started, because I like to run meets twice a week."
" I drink alchohol every 3mths or so."
😂😂😂
I thought Steve would recommend DJ station or GOD😮
Obviously that guy is going to like Thailand because he totally blends in naturally with the locals and gets mistaken as one of them.😂
cute 👬❤️😍