Expat's Leaving the Philippines/Will We Be Moving To Thailand?
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- Expat's Leaving the Philippines/Will We Be Moving To Thailand?@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 I Discuss what we discovered on our trip to Thailand, and if we should make the move, or stay here in the Philippines
Without a doubt, this may be the best video you have ever done. Your honesty and the way you put things verbally is fantastic and touched me. Baby Mae is lucky to have you and visa versa. And, being 81 I can relate to the aging bit. The last two years has seen a lowering of energy, strength, and endurance. Stay healthy, love alot, and be safe. Much love to you guys.
I like the fact that you spared us the suspense by telling us your eventual decision early on the video. I think more vloggers should follow your lead. Often times I just skip watching a video that just drags the point to the very end as a way to secure a captive audience. I don't have time for that shit so I just end my viewing and move on to the next vlogger. Your style suits me just fine Paul. Thank you for being innovative.
I agree with Eddie
I’m watching your channel no matter what country you’re in buddy. Always enjoy watching.
Likewise Eddie, but always enjoy Paul's and Baby May's vlogs, both are informative and at time's bloody funny.
I skip toward the end on videos with "tense" titles like this one. "Knowing" Paul through this channel, I was pretty sure the answer was "no."
I love Hua Hin Thailand. For myself the visa is not super easy, but I can handle it. The big problem is a visa for my gf that is much younger. I'm not paying for the elite visa.
PAUL , . . . . .
I simply love your presentation / stage presence 🙂
as others have said - they feel that you are talking to JUST - ME !
All of your videos : convey the perfect flow , combined with info as being a great
Teachable ( bunch ) of moments ;)
Thank you sooooo much !
Thanks so much Tim
I have been here 3 years, moved here in March 2020... I have a Filipina Gf I met on line.... .. I visited in December 2019, it seemed great... It was... First thing I did was buy a new car .. about 20k US... I thought about Thailand, but the language... Now it's her family, who I love..That keeps me here...35 family members came to our (yes big) house last Christmas.. Expecting the same this year.. 99% of the filipinos I have met are some of the kindest/ friendliest people ever,,, I have NO regrets.. GOOD CHOICE, IMO !
What website did you find her? I'm looking
I have been in Thailand for 13 years. I think you both have made a very wise decision by staying in the Philippines.
Now I sit hear and listen to you.
Paul, You hit the nail on the head. The People. As for the scooter accident. Doubtful that anyone here would have helped.
I am happy for you both.
Hi Paul, when you move to a different Country or place of stay for your future, expectations should not be the first priority. You have relocated from the USA to the Philippines with one goal in mind: to live your life in better circumstances. Stay put, you are a stone's throw away from Thailand to come and enjoy your holidays whenever you want, and as long as you want, you have that freedom. In my opinion, this option is the better one, considering what awaits is always different. Yes, there will be differences that matter, but is the change really going to be worth it.
My brother just got his cataract surgery done by the VA in Ann Arbor and they did a very good job!!
I'm sure and I have heard the Philippine people are lovely humble and kind. You should also know when you get out of tourist areas like Phuket and patong people are very caring and kind very much like the Philippines. It is the land of smiles, everyone I interact with daily shows me love and respect. The Thai people rock.
You are correct. Phuket, Pattaya and Bangkok are no go zones. Cheaper and less Riff Raff once you get away from those areas
@@freerange6739 not true. I live in Phuket. Its awesome!!
Wise decision Paul. Thailand may be great for you and May for 6 months or so. I could see you high tailing it back to Duma mate. You got the life you want, a lovely lady. What else could you ask for
Thanks for giving your contemporary first-hand lived experience as an expat in the Philipplines and also in Thailand. There is no substitute for that kind of experience for someone that has never been there, looking from the outside.
I rode motorcycles since I was 16, I’m 73 now, I bought a brand new Honda 125 when I came here in March. I saw the driving skills here and never got on the bike, went to Cebu and bought a used Toyota Camry, best money I’ve spent here, our abilities are definitely reduced with age and I figured that any stay in a hospital would probably cost as much as the car, be safe😊
The meaning of life…. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. 👏👏👏👍🚀😂 Reflection… Full circle form. 👏👏👏 Good for you Mr. Paul.
EXERCISE...!!! I moved to Thailand at the age of 57, 19 years ago. In the US I had been active, so was in good overall health, but did have minor bursitis, arthritis and sciatica. Coming to Asia made me more active, and I started a program of daily exercise with weights - light duty, no Arnold's level.. Today, yes, I still have the occasional pain, but much less than when I wa 57. I walk a couple of kilometers every day and exercise for a half hour every morning. Nothing special, just trying to keep up with my teenage daughters.
I’m 57 now. I have some medical issues, but still quite athletic. Thanks for sharing. I believe exercise is the key.
@@tonyv2023 yep. Must be inculcated from a young age.
Absolutely right. I am a cyclist, and in Philippines I keep a bike and cycle up the mountain a few days a week, just like I do in the US. Exercise really helps with cardio fitness, brain health and balance.
Always remember in reality, you are in a big trouble in your situation because you do not have enough retirement money in your very old age... IN YOUR VERY OLD AGE YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO STAY IN SECURED, STABLE AND VERY RETIREMENT PLACE... BUT, YOU CAN NOT DO IT IN YOUR OWN BORN THE U.S.A... The Philippines is the only the place you can retired on your very small SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION MONTHLY PENSION... If you can marry Baby Mae in order of Retirement Visa need... So, you do not need to leave always the Philippines because of VISA REASON. In your very old age you are supposed to stay around the Dumaguete parks and etc. and drive a car not balancing your danger motorcycle.... Your best friend Mark Thorton in "Ever Man Has A b*llsh*t Story"..... Ha has less Retirement Visa problem in the Philippines because of her wife help.............. Got it, Mor - Ron?????????????????
After 19 years, I’m sure you speak Thai and you have a lot of knowledge. Sounds like you got married and had children.
My brother retired from the Navy when was nearly 40 years old. He moved back to the Philippines cause he loved it there. Now that he is 75 years old, he has to move back to the US because as Paul says, the medical system in the Philippines is subpar. Doctors over there are not liable for malpractice so if they screw up, it's not their fault attitude. When my brother was diagnosed with cancer the two doctors in the Philippines told him he only had 6 months to live. He flew back to California and went to the City of Hope for cancer treatment. That was in 2015 and to this day he is still alive. My brother can vouch for what Paul is saying.
Sounds like the VA hospital. They aren't responsible for malpractice either.
Try waiting for an ambulance in the UK, your lucky if one arrives within 4 hours.
Paul, certified crazy here, If it was my decision, I would alternate between each country as needed to prevent roots from growing from my feet. It is just too entertaining to see the Thai women interacting with Mai and vice versa. Yes indeed, Mai likes to expose some skin because it frees her inhibited stifled self from years of mousedom. Variety is the spice of life and if want to change the spice move.
English speaking, friendly compassionate people is the tipping point driving me to pick the Philippines over Thailand. Thailand is great and I will enjoy some adventures there , but the Phils wins. Paul your idea of cutting back at home base to facilitate more travel opportunities is fantatic.
What city did you choose in the PH?
@@tradesetups5269 I'm looking at Dumagette, Davao, Cebu City, but I'm not sure yet. Any suggestions?
Your comparisons are pretty much spot on. I spent 15yrs travelling Thailand and can relate to most of your points.
The biggest differences for me is the food, as you say, PH has such a boring menu taste wise, the culture is more vibrant than PH and I've noticed the service is getting worse in PH. Travel is easier in Thailand due to majority of the country being mainland compared to the islands of PH, plus being from the UK they drive on the correct side of the road haha. But I love the choice of islands in PH. For me having spent time in both, I'd prefer to stay in PH and cook my own Thai food.
I must be in the wrong island....there is more garbage everywhere than I have ever seen in 45 years.. 10x the population and traffic ....10x the rotting trash everywhere ..this is where the Philippines leads the world and it's getting to where you wonder how sane you are to even breathe the air....service is overall worse ...prices up....quality down...workmanship in the trades worse than before ...infrastructure crumbling ...but people criticize Thailand....yet most are pretty positive about Vietnam
😂👍👍👍 PH🤍🇵🇭🤍!
Thank you Paul for your positive comments about our country and its people!
The more that I watch you, the more I enjoy you. As someone
married to a Filipina,and moving to the Philippines,I find your views and observations spot on. We have traveled throughout Mexico,Central America and the Caribbean and it feels like I came home whenever we are in the Philippines. Keep on doing what is good for you and Mae and let the haters hate. Power on brother.
Thanks for the video. I will settle in the country of my girlfriend, period. In my case, the Philippines. Communication is so very important and I feel at home when I'm in the Phils. That's good enough for me. Yes there are many downsides like the brownouts and in some places, water shortages. But when I'm with the woman I love, these inconveniences become minor
I'm not jumping ship, Paul. We don't care where you end up. You and Baby Mae are the key draw.
I just spent a week in Bangkok and that was plenty of time for me to determine that the language barrier is huge, huge, huge. Yes the food and infrastructure and service were better. I just feel after my 3rd day in cebu that the communication is much better here. One thing which surprised me was the number of Thais who were still wearing masks when masks haven't been required there for quite some time.
Great points Paul! I’m 63 with health issues. I stopped driving my motorcycle here in the PI for same reasons you mentioned. I had 2 “warning” falls with wife on back I have lost confidence in myself driving on some of these Province roads.
Never overlook the warning signs before you have the big accident!
Hey Paul, very insightful and practical, now that you two have gotten the issues sorted out with Ms..Mae which alleviates the restrictive part of travel for her you guys are free to go wherever in that part of the world, which is very cool and I'm sure many ex-pats appreciate you being there even if they never talk to you. To me, the Christian values within the Philippines would be the unspoken factor, glad you guys decided to continue to grow where you are.
Hi Paul,
Having watched the entire video, I can understand your decision to remain in the Philippines. Compassionate Philippines wins over Thailand with all its efficiencies & modern conveniences ... nothing wrong with that. But what convinced me was your comment regarding their political stability ... if a country has some undercurrents, that stbility can go up in smoke from one day to another. Good choice Paul.
PS: I would watch you no matter where you resettle ...
Osteopenia (bone loss) and sarcopenia (muscle loss) are common conditions that we face as we age...you can avoid the rapid decline by exercising, especially resistance training and prioritizing your protein intake.
Thanks for your analysis. Great plan, use the Philippines as a home base and travel the world👍
I think you made the right decision. Thailand is always there for you and Mae to hop over for a vacation.
Might be a good idea to get into a good exercise regimen in a gym Paul. I want you healthy for when I retire in Mindanao in a few years and bring my Filipina Fiancee to say hello to you and Baby Mae
I was actually thinking your both were going to move to Thailand. Glad to hear that you will stay in the Philippines. Doesn't stop you from more Thailand adventures in future. Be well Paul and Mai.
Good info Paul...thanks Mike and Arlyn
Woww Paul Lucky guy !!
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So okay after listening to this entire video and hearing you out I'd say you got me on the last 3 minutes about compassion being number one and I could not agree more you held on to that one till the end but I think you are correct .
Paul, you are a good judge of people and things and of yourself. Your sense of observation and your evaluation of the Philippines and its people is spot on. I'm glad you're both staying in the Philippines Paul. I believe its a good decision for you and Baby Mae.
What better why to start the day..hot coffee and an update from the legendary Old Dog
Oh,I'm glad you staying in the Philipines,thank you for loving Philipines,We are proud of you.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is one of your BEST videos.
Great video again Paul! I like your prudent, logical attitude and telling people the result up front was a great idea. When I was 54, I drove left hand traffic for the first time, got used to it to a certain degree, but still found it a bit scary. Good decision you made IMHO. I'm about your age and I can see where you're coming from. Speaking of Thailand, I visited the first time in 1994 with my family and found it very friendly. Now I have the impression that at least officials have become harsher and less friendly there.
Hi Paul. Sounds like a good plan. I appreciate the comparisons and contrasts between the Philippines and Thailand you've provided. I'm getting some good ideas to consider for my future retirement. Thanks!
Best video ever!!!! Full of solid facts!
Great video Paul. never mind the trolls. Its better they mind there bisnes and not criticize you and Baby Mae..
I remember watching this TH-cam documentary of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown Manila. He said that Filipinos are for reason that he yet to figure out is probably the most giving people in the planet. Anthony is now gone but who knows if he has the answer.
Its easy to find good restaraunts in Philippines but most people dont travel
Street food and markets doesnt compare between the two places. Best in Thailand.
Philippines was a US colony until 1946, hence widespread English language. But it was a Spanish colony for 300 years prior to 1896. Thailand was never colonised and the culture is more Indianised (Buddhism), so it’s more mysterious and exotic to Westerners.
We got it, Paul, you can't have the best of both worlds all the time. All things considered, the PH is still a lot worth living in, notwithstanding its imperfections. As a tourism promo hype put it, IT'S MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES! Welcome back!!!!!
Paul, Amazing Video
Especially the Ending.
You talk About the People, and the Compassion and the Friendly Attitude, etc.
That My Friend, Is Exactly why , On my Very First Visit, and Subsequent Visits, I knew I had Actually Come Home.
It's Maybe Difficult for Others to Understand, Until you Experience it. I'm not Born there,Not Raised there, But I really Have this Feeling I was Meant to Be There.
Yes, The Philippines has Many Drawbacks. The Infrastructure being A Huge Part of that, But From outside Observations, I can See they have Been Working to Modernize This . 1 City just Recently Completed Putting All Their Electric Lines underground. That Alone, Improved the Appearance of the Entire City, while maybe Protecting it a Bit from the Ravages of Rough Weather, Like Typhoons.
I've Experienced their Medical Care, But my Experience was a Good one. Is it A Great Place in that Respect? Not yet, But I hear they Are Working in a 911 System similar to America's.
That Could Take A Long time to Achieve, But would Really Bring the Country into it's Own .
Thanks for the Video 😊🙏 Wishing Great Days Ahead for you And Mae.
Excellent analysis Paul. Right now, I'm in the part of the video where you're discussing driving. I actually think you would acclimate - except in an emergency when it really counts. Then muscle memory is likely to take over - and you will have to readjust your thinking at the very moment when split seconds count.
It has never occurred to me until now that the little bit of difference in our ages (I'm about 3 years older) might determine different points of view on decisions you're now making. For example, the scooter vs a car. I rode motorcycles many different times in my life, loved them. But some years back, I got on one a friend was going to sell me - and felt nothing but exposed on it. The thrill was gone. A beautiful bike, but all I could think about was how my body would take it if I went down. Or my legs if a car didn't see me or I made a mistake. So I was always a bit surprised that you hung onto the scooter this long, but now I get it.
[Later] Language. You covered that right after, that was foremost in my mind, especially when you were talking about living away from the city. Although it's good for your brain to exercise it and learn another language. But...maybe Spanish instead, which is easier and there's lots of cultural (and religious) similarities (thanks Spain) between Latin America and the Philippines. I too, have looked at Ecuador - but I'm slowly looking at each SA country, liking different things about each one.
My wife is Filipina. I concluded like you have, that P.I. could be a home base and visit all over SE Asia. But I'm less sure of that now, and I finally got around to getting VA health care, and am more reluctant to give that up as I continue to age.
Good video Paul. I don't watch you for a quick snack - I come for the full menu, LOL.
Im very pleased you've both decided on the philipeans, there's always gonna plus points as well as minor points about everything in life, its the heartfelt genuine points that really count.
Great Experience & insight you have shared thank you Paul
I’ve never been Thailand but everyone says Filipino people are a lot better. Im in Manila visiting my girlfriend for 3 months and walk past security guards and they always say ‘morning Sir/ma’am’ and are friendly. It’s very refreshing.
If you haven’t heard it before then let me be the first to tell you. Thai people are good people and friendly. There’s a big language barrier but don’t let that confuse you. There are good and bad people everywhere and in all races. I think much of it has to do with where you choose to hang out. My Filipino wife loves Thailand and would live there too. Fortunately it’s just a short trip to visit there from the Philippines.
Loved this video... so well organized. Language (% of English spoken) would be key factor for me, glad you covered that. I think your 'solution' is optimal, Philippines as home base and travel to other places. So look forward to video about your trips to other places, your car purchase, your new home, etc. And finally thanks for being so honest about age. Sometimes i think, maybe the 'slowing down' is unique to me, so hearing you discuss that is comforting...
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for taking the time to share. Very insightful.
Great decision making, Paul. You're a sound thinker! Enjoy your life, man! Just let the haters hate and eat their hearts out. You've got it good!
Another major factor for a SINGLE man who may want to decide between the Philippines and Thailand, is with that culture gap, it’s much harder to find a real romantic connection in Thailand, which is often determined only by the size of your bank account. In the Philippines, where most people speak English, it’s much easier to gauge the true motives of a woman your dating.
Well age also becomes a factor. The younger you are the more easier it is to adapt to culture and more options with women.
Nicholas what city in the PH did you choose to live in?
Always remember in reality, you are in a big trouble in your situation because you do not have enough retirement money in your very old age... IN YOUR VERY OLD AGE YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO STAY IN SECURED, STABLE AND VERY RETIREMENT PLACE... BUT, YOU CAN NOT DO IT IN YOUR OWN BORN THE U.S.A... The Philippines is the only the place you can retired on your very small SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION MONTHLY PENSION... If you can marry Baby Mae in order of Retirement Visa need... So, you do not need to leave always the Philippines because of VISA REASON. In your very old age you are supposed to stay around the Dumaguete parks and etc. and drive a car not balancing your danger motorcycle.... Your best friend Mark Thorton in "Ever Man Has A b*llsh*t Story"..... Ha has less Retirement Visa problem in the Philippines because of her wife help.............. Got it, Mor - Ron?????????????????
Not accurate. Both are great.
Well I have no intention of moving to Thailand or the Philippines, I watch because you're a great story teller and I love to hear about your day to day lives. So doesn't matter where you would live, I watch because you make the ordinary interesting. Subscribed to Mae's channel also.
Wow, thank you
I plan on staying in my hometown tigertown USA Massillon Ohio
City of champions. My permanent home.
Kudos to your family for living as you guys do.
Abroad as expat that is so cool . I can go to Mexico do like you do now but I just plan to stay in good old USA.
Great Information, realy interresting. Thanks alot!
Hi Paul. Thank you for this honest and heartfelt discussion. You're right, the culture and character of people in different locations makes all the difference. And it really depends what's important to you "at the time". Our needs and expectations also change over time, as you mentioned in the video. There's no single or "right" answer.
Looking forward to more from you and Baby Mae ... wherever you end up. No need to hurry, amigo, take your time and enjoy your life in the now, day by day.
Best of luck to you and Mae. I really appreciate you sharing the part about aging and its effects as we get older, and I wholeheartedly agree with every point you made!
The nice thing about being where you are located is that travel to Southeast Asia is a short hop for you. So, it's just a matter of time for you and Mae to visit other countries! You've got the best of all worlds!
Very true, Paul has an enviable lifestyle in so many ways
Paul:
Thanks for the insight and the pros and cons of Thailand and the Philippines. It was very informative.
Personally the idea of the community aspect of the people would have me sold as well, everyone cares about everyone, that just doesn't happen here in Canada. Too many entitled people over here and I'm really hoping for a change in my financial future so that I can pull the trigger on going to the Philippines myself. Thanks to your channel, Pea's channel and a few other channels that I watch regularly, I have a decent understanding about what I could be in for once I get to pull the trigger, hopefully sooner than later.
As far as you making PH your home base, and traveling around for a while, I had already figured that would be what you would end up doing anyway. Even though I have only been subscribed a short time on your channel, I am pretty good at reading people and figuring out where they are coming from and going to in their conversations with pretty accurate conclusions. Like you, I don't like giving "advise" but if someone asks my opinion, I will give them a few options to chose from, and let them make the decision on their own.
If everyone cared about everyone else in the Philippines the country wouldn't be so corrupt at all levels. Have you ever wondered why so many Filipinos want to escape and live in the United States and Canada? You want to give up your Canadian health care system for what passes for health care in the Philippines? Have you ever been to the Philippines?
Excellent dissertation, thanks again paul.
Excellent video sir. Thank you.
Good decision Paul, been through all this myself and hope to revisit Thailand in late March.After all Thailand isn't that far away and if l may make a suggestion it probably would of been easier for you and Mae to go Cebu Singapore and onto Phuket,you and Mae made some great videos and l enjoyed watching ,take care buddy and take care.
Being from Australia and driving on the left side of the road maybe I should go to Thailand instead of Philippines lol but your right the filipino people go the extra mile for strangers they are awesome but I am different to you I hate seafood and love filipino food so for me Philippines is the place to go
Thanks for the great information. Each country has positive points.
Thanks for sharing your opinion Paul. I have also stayed in both countries. There are pros and cons to both countries for sure. We can visit these other places..
Hey Paul I thought for sure you both would settle in Thailand. It's a big surprise, but your reasons are rock solid.
Language being the most difficult but if you find a Thai friend who can translate.. problem solved. Medical is way better in Thailand including emergency vehicles. Prices and food better and cheaper in Thailand.
The most important thing you said was Connection. That's the big huge plus for the Philippines. The people are always friendly, children respectful and they will share whatever little they have with expats. Infact having been all over the World, Philippines will always be that special Country.
Getting a car, best decision ever. In any accident, right or wrong vs motorcycle, the car always wins. In a car, you walk away. On a motorcycle they carry you to a waiting emergency vehicle.
It's always More Fun In The Philippines 💘
Great blog👍
“Man’s got to know his limitations “- Dirty Harry. It’s always wise to know when it’s time to understand you have to change and adapt and look out for your own well being. I’m so thrilled Baby Mae had a wonderful time in Thailand and got to feel more freedom. Well deserved!
Excellent, well stated, and from the heart!!! Thank you!
Another awesome video 😀
Great video! I'm interested to hear about your thoughts if you visit Kuala Lumpur at some point. International Gateway city, former British Colony. I come across videos of ex-pats living there and they really love it (for big-city folks). The residency visas are a bit tougher / expensive maybe, but it sounds amazing. The same type of things as you explained of Thailand, food, shopping, medical all excellent...
Paul, I'm happy that you and Mae had a nice time in Thailand, but THANK GOD... that you decided to stay in the Duma. The Philippines has become a better place. I say become, because since you've been gone, I felt an emptiness that something was missing in the Philippines. Dude, you make a difference here.
I hope so too!
Thanks for sharing the experience and comparing the positives and negatives of both countries.
Excellent Video Paul = Super informative 👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎
I was glad hear your take on the experience in Thailand while you were there. I drew the same conclusion that when you visit as a tourist, it is not the same as when you get down to living your daily lives. The fairytale will solidify into reality and decisions should be based on facts vs feelings alone.
I'll be interested to see your vid on getting a car as the wife and I are still planning to retire in Cebu city. Practically speaking the Toyota Hylux seems like a good choice due to the road infrastructure and the ability for it carry whatever you need in the cab or bed of the truck. Finding parking might be the only thing that might a chore.
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you hit the nail on the head when you said the Philippine people are a culture of caring..... I have been many places in the world but never felt the ease of acceptance which i did from those i met in the Philippines , I been to Thailand and toured around as you do but when it came time to leave i was missing the Philippines and all the faults it has, making it your home base is wise as they say there is no place like the place you call home ..take care .stay safe .....
Wow, Interesting last name! What country are you from? Amazing that we are both travelers. I've been to 86 countries, all seven continents, with over 5 million air miles,
@@billslaven28 UK and we are about 350+ direct connections....lol
@@billslaven28 give yourself a pat on the back 🤔
What city did you choose in the PH ?
Always remember in reality, you are in a big trouble in your situation because you do not have enough retirement money in your very old age... IN YOUR VERY OLD AGE YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO STAY IN SECURED, STABLE AND VERY RETIREMENT PLACE... BUT, YOU CAN NOT DO IT IN YOUR OWN BORN THE U.S.A... The Philippines is the only the place you can retired on your very small SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION MONTHLY PENSION... If you can marry Baby Mae in order of Retirement Visa need... So, you do not need to leave always the Philippines because of VISA REASON. In your very old age you are supposed to stay around the Dumaguete parks and etc. and drive a car not balancing your danger motorcycle.... Your best friend Mark Thorton in "Ever Man Has A b*llsh*t Story"..... Ha has less Retirement Visa problem in the Philippines because of her wife help.............. Got it, Mor - Ron?????????????????
Great you explained to us all about your life in phillippnes so glad u stopping it all makes sence dosent it. thanks Paul x
My pleasure
Paul,,, Thank you. You always give your heart felt honest opinion. I don't always agree with you, but you always tell the truth from your perspective and that is invaluable. Thanks
Happy Trails from sunny & stormy Florida. That was an excellent show! I am 68 now and still work 5 days a week. I may retire to the Philippines in the next year. Your comment about driving in Thailand, Myanmar and Japan being they drive on the other side of the road hits home with me. Imagine shifting a manual with your left hand. Just feels odd to me because of how I grew up driving. There is no reason for the Philippines to be behind in infrastructure. It is a shame. Maybe it will improve. I will come there, base myself on the Island and roam from there. Lets have a Magical Day.
I think there's a very good reason for the Philippines to be behind in infrastructure. Typhoons, earthquakes, tsunamis, they get it all! Plus the occasional volcano. They have to spend too much effort rebuilding. Thailand very rarely gets earthquakes and by the time the typhoons reach Thailand they have been downgraded to a tropical storm. Only a small slice of Thailand is vulnerable to Tsunamis.
Excellent decision. I spent 3 years in Thailand and in the end, the fun runs out. At least here the roots will not be upended. Tough decision for sure, but the medicine in the Philippines is challenged at best unless you do St. Luke’s, Asian Medical and handful of others. But my take is you made the right call. You can always jump on a plane at anytime to visit and have fun.
Thanks VegasGuy
"Welcome back to the little channel" 😅❤ hehe
Paul you're so humble! A great mentor to many of us... not only in PH lifestyle, but also as a TH-camr!
I totally agree with everything you are saying about the warmth and generosity of the Filipino people.
WOW! Paul, you said the same thing I feel about Filipino people. They are truly responsive and caring to there fellow human beings. I whole heartidly agree with you. It sometimes irritates me that for 1 thing the Filipinos can't be on time for anything. The second thing is, Filipinos sometimes take their pretty time doing something that you consider important. I will leave it at that and I am happy that you made the decision to stay in the Philippines.
Great video Paul. The caring spirit of the Filipino people is one of my attractions to the Philippines along with the ability to converse with them. I think that’s why we have so many nurses in the USA from the Philippines.
Another fabulous video. Wise, informative, interesting, gracious, honest, down to earth. I live in the US but if I lived near you, I'd visit you today. Thank you, Wise Sage.
Watched the whole thing, Paul. Fascinating perspective. Thanks for another great video, :)
I feel you on the age thing. I turned 68 in August and can't do half the things I did 5 years ago. This is the first time I've ever felt my age. I can still drive but it's gotten harder to drive at night especially since half the vehicles these days have super bright lights.
id like to shove those lights up there arses
How's your diet? Probably terrible.
@@buyerofsorts How's your mental health? Probably terrible.
@@gregg5940 No, its very good because I have a great, healthy diet. The truth is the truth no matter how much it hurts.
I've been to the Philippines and Thailand and totally agree with all your points. I intend to make Philippines my base and then fly to other countries around Asia. I'm also budgeting where I save 25% of my social security to either do like you say and travel or simply save it because I think at some point Social Security is going to be cut back maybe by 25% or so.
Ya, thats what we do. We love this as a central location to go anywhere else
I will never move to P.H. but I love listening to your chats and love hearing about the PH. People and places . The people seem very nice.
Paul, that is absolutely one of the best things of maturing. Knowing yourself, your abilities, and your limits. Nothing wrong with that
Paul you are wise beyond your years. Even just five of them! My wife was born and raised in Malate and even as a college student, her uncle who was a policeman, would raise hell with her if he found out she even took a trike to get someplace in a hurry. His reason: "You get bumped (Like your friend on his scooter who could have easily lost his wife and child), and chances are, you're GONE. In a car or truck, you've at least got some protection and a chance." This is one of the most insightful and important vlogs you've ever done and you should put it in your Greatest Hits section if you ever get around to making one. It's so tempting to hop on a scooter or take a trike or even a rented people mover, but at 60, I'm just not quick enough these days to respond appropriately in an emergency situation, which is why I gave up my beloved Yamaha Venture Royale 1200cc, which had more than enough power to get me out of a situation, but that was back in the day. At this age, the situation has already happened before I even know about it, so we'll be getting a car AND a driver when we retire to BGC or wherever. Thanks again for reminding me that my wife is always right when it comes to her homeland. Cheers to you and Mae!
It’s the 10% that gets you….90% ya….pretty safe….slow traffic….uncontrolled crossing….but it’s the unexpected….no lights on a vehicle….road debris….a guy lost both legs in a trike accident here…a Jeepney in Subic I was in racing from Iba to Olongapo…had the axle come loose and the wheel fall off when we slowed in Castillios ….met many a used own a Motorbike in the Philippines Expats.
I 100% agree with your conclusions. I was planning to retire in Thailand but after visiting the Philippines to attend a mates wedding, I discovered the major advantage of the Philippines over Thailand, to some degree English is spoken everywhere. Whereas in Thailand it is mainly in the cities and tourist areas that English is spoken. I spent 6 weeks in a village in Lampang Province in central Thailand and there were only 4 people in the village who spoke English including myself and I don't include the English teacher at the local school because his English was unintelligible, and he knew it, so he avoided me. Those were the loneliest 6 weeks of my life.
Also, the cities and tourist areas are the most expensive places to live in Thailand.
Don't kid yourself about Mae not being stared at and gossiped about in Thailand. Once you get out of the Cities and Tourist areas, the Thai people are just as bad as the Philippines with regards to being judgmental and gossiping about others.
Exactly! wherever you go all over the world, people are gona talk, they're gonna stare, they're gonna judge..that's life
Martin I relate to what you say. I live in Vietnam and I feel lonely as hell. Where in the PH do you live?
Bravo! Bravo!
We are sticking with Paul and Baby Mae. Never going anywhere.
You know what? I am not interested in living in the Philippines but your life and insights are great to hear and I really enjoy following you! STOP SMOKING NOW! YOU HAVE A LOT TO LIVE FOR!
Pretty much every place you go on vacation is the place you wanna be. Conclusion: in my humble opinion you made the right decision. Yet I’m certain you two will have fun traveling together and experience the various places and countries.
Your last statement had me. My workmates from the Philippines tell me the same thing. Carlos Bulosan wrote, America is in the Heart. His experience of immigrating from the Philippines to America is full of soul. It seems my next trip will have to be to the Philippines
Excellent presentation
Absolutely excellent, as always. I think your final point is definitely the most poignant for me. Thank you for this. And, for your candor. Your willingness to delve into personal things really do make me consider things I wouldn’t have, as someone 20 years younger. It’s all critical.
My thought process as a late 50 yr old is to slow travel as tourist visa allows between SE Asia countries and after a few years know exactly all the pros and cons, then settle in to the country that makes me the most comfortable and happy.
Same boat. Make sense to me.
thanks for sharing Paul. God bless
Thanks for getting to the point without a click bait title and then waiting until the end to answer it.
Paul, you never cease to amaze me. You touched on the very things that I am considering right now (including the loss of balance thing, believe it or not).
Although I only intend to visit southeast Asia for some months each year, I have the same considerations and have been going back and forth for some time now trying to whittle down which to go to first and how much time to spend in each. The issue of food keeps pushing me towards Thailand but everything else says the Philippines.
Because of the weather I have also pushed back the idea of a future departure time from the states from September to November. I imagine that after I spend some time in each things will begin to sort themselves out.