Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam: Pros and Cons
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Discover the best Southeast Asian destination for you! "Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam: Pros and Cons" offers an insightful comparison of living costs, healthcare, visa requirements, language barriers, and more in these popular expat destinations. Whether you're planning retirement or an extended stay, get a comprehensive view of each country's advantages and drawbacks. From the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil beaches of the Philippines, make an informed decision on where to call your next home. Dive into the details and join the conversation! #SoutheastAsiaLiving #ExpatAdvice #RetirementDestinations
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I was in Vietnam in 2019 also. And every aspect was better than the Philippines, food, infrastructure, etc. However, I had a harder time fitting in with the locals and you rarely saw any age gap relationships, mainly due to a huge language barrier. So it boils down to what you value, so I find myself in The Philippines more.
@@manueljesuspaucar5951Vietnam top much ripoff.
@@manueljesuspaucar5951 Really? Which hotel was that?
Vietnam is ripoff
you say, "Vietnam is ripoff" and then give nothing to back up your claim. doesn't mean much.
@@Lifebeyondthesea I think you got the wrong guy... never said Vietnam is a ripoff. huh? I loved it there.
Thank you Reekay for comparison overview of these three countries. I always enjoy your videos, this one is stands out!
You have an incredible perspective on this subject. Thank you so much for this comparison! Incredible area of earth.
Thanks - especially love the images - you have a great voice and obviously not a huge ego!!! So many others are simply talking heads and you just can’t stand to look at them after a few minutes!!! BRAVO REEKEY 😊
I absolutely enjoyed your presentation... I spent many months in the Philippines, my main drawer being the low language barrier and ease of age gap dating. But I am now gravitating to see and spend time in Vietnam/Thailand... as I become more comfortable with informational videos such as these. I do appreciate. Well done 👏👏
Thank you for this well spoken and informative video. Helps me a lot!
Great information, I was especially surprised about Vietnam. Once I'm set up in the Philippines, I'll visit Vietnam and Thailand. Thanks
Great information. I think you helped me on deciding my long term plans. Thank you.
I liked your experience and perspective of all three countries, very good summary, Thank you.
Thank you for this summary of key factors for the three countries. IMO it was one of your better videos, very well organized with useful content. After spending time in Thailand and the Philippines this year, I agree with your assessment about cost. It seemed the Philippines was more expensive in relation to value and amenities. I am planning 7 months in Asia this winter and I may consider some time in Vietnam. That is great news about their tourist visa stay expansion.
Thanks Reekay! Great overview.
Lovely video to listen to , (apart from some pronunciations 😂 )nicely researched , really enjoyable, thank you.
Thank you for your informative perspective.
Thank You Very much for your time and expertise to educate us about all these Exotics and Beautiful Asian countries.
Well Done research.
In summary…
Best Hospitals: Thailand 🇹🇭
Best Prices: Vietnam 🇻🇳
Best Visa: Philippines 🇵🇭
Best Dating: Philippines 🇵🇭
Best Communication: Philippines 🇵🇭
Best Beaches: Philippines 🇵🇭
Best Level of Safety: Vietnam 🇻🇳
very good summary.
Best pork Shawarma ....Vietnam !
Need to edit this list. -- Best living standards - Thailand ; Best infrastructure - Thailand , Best internet - Thailand, whatever your taste of women may be, Thailand has nothing to envy from PH, nor Vietnam, as far as looks go
@@naldebol Absolutely agree 👍🏻
Best food: Thailand
Excellent Video 😊. Keep the video's comin 👌. Moving to the Philippines 🇵🇭 this year ❤️.
Have fun!
I am planning to retire in Southeast Asia and love what you have told me about the three countries and can't wait to visit thanks!!
Great honest and accurate Post!
This was fantastic. Thank you.
Thanks a lot! Very interesting and practical comparison!
Glad it helped!
Great information.👍🏼
Thanks for sharing your time with us. Cheers from 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico. 🇲🇽✌🏼🥰
This guy is spot on, ive lived in the philippines for roughly 5 years 12 yesrs in Thailand, and have worked in Vietnam for a few years, Thailand is the clear winner since Vietnam visas are the biggest problem, the Phillipines is the easiest, however if you look at crime, poverty, food, and quality of infustructure, healthcare, safety ect. Thailand is the clear winner
why is Thailand winner before Vietnam in this areas is thailand infrastructure and food and crime rate better in Thailkand then in Vietnam ? Thank You
I would recommend using the Philippines as a base and just travel to wherever you want in SE Asia. English language goes a very long way, the beaches are amazing, and women are very warm and bubbly. Vietnam is amazing, especially the food, but I found it really hard to approach beautiful women and have a conversation because of the language barrier.
Concur, man. Vietnam was not good for girls in my case whatsoever. You see these college girls running around on their expensive electric bikes with pink matching helmets, and their smart phone is better than mine.
I'm doing my thing like I would in the Philippines, yakking up a couple sales ladies. Rather than interrupting me saying "who's with you", they wait till I'm finished talking, then looked down at their expensive cell phones. Haha. Plus they're white as ghosts.
Great insight thank you
Great advice
Nicely put together, appreciate your efforts.
Much appreciated!
Very informative, thank you.
Thanks for watching!
I found this video very helpful. I'm preparing for a 40 day vacation later this year to Cebu, Da Nang then Phuket.
If you want more of a true Thailand experience go somewhere other than Phuket
Curious why you decided on Cebu and Da Nang?
More great information 👍
Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
It depends on which country you are from, if you are a Brit like me, Thailand and Vietnam are not good for retirement, the reason being that you will not receive your annual state pension increase, in the Philippines you do. It's surprising how many Brit's don't realise this....
that is important info. thanks for sharing that.
Excellent point ❤
Good video!! Great info!!
Glad you liked it!!
I liked this comparison and agree with your statements. I wish you listed the comparison monthly visa fee for each location.
Thank you for all that help man
Happy to help
Very good discussion, thanks for share!
Thanks for listening
Mesmerized by these pics...my goodness
Hi, i hope you and your family are well, great video, thank you very much
Thank you! You too!
Very helpful 😊✨👍thank you, Sir.
Excellent, very well expressed, much love from India ❤❤❤
Hello! Thanks for the info. I am from Uruguay and at some point I have thought about going to live in Vietnam with my family after retirement (I have 5 years left). Most costs are lower, of course, in these countries than in Uruguay. For example, the rent for a house or apartment, alone, without electricity, internet, telephone or laundry, would be around $600. Eating in restaurants is expensive, gasoline is almost 20 dollars per liter, for example. And an average salary for a retiree can hopefully reach $1,000 or $1,200. What it does have is that the monthly payment for medical assistance is included in that salary. And, for example, an operation like the one you describe in the video would have no cost for a retiree. In Uruguay there is free, optional medical care and education. A big hug!
Lots of great information! I agree on Vietnam. I felt very safe there. And love the food!
Great to hear!
The Vietnam 3 month Online tourist E-Visa you mention (10:45) technically can be extended, BUT the required paperwork appears to be far too impractical for most people to want to do that. Since it was only re-introduced on 15th August 2023, those of us on the 1st tranche of those visas don't need to extend or do a border run for a new visa yet.
Expectations are that the 3 month E-Visa situation will be the same as the previous 30 day tourist E-Visa = border runs for new visas is easier than the dumpster fire of bureaucratic BS and jumping through hoops to get an extension ..... which can only be done once for each visa.
Had major emergency surgery in Hanoi at the Hanoi French Hospital. An outstanding 5 star hospital with top surgerens.
If all the countries spoke even a little English I'd choose Vietnam. Clean, advanced technology, modern infrastructure and top notch fresh food. 2nd place Thailand. I want to date my age anyway, no more than 10 year difference.
I'm studying Tagalog but it's always a plus to have English right off the bat when I retire there in October
The Sea,thanks you for this awesome video about the three 3⃣ countries they have a lot of interesting things @ a lot of beautiful women,English is very important to socialize,peace ✌
The model in all your photos is very beautiful, smiling, and inviting…bravo.
He has said elsewhere that the models are AI generated.
@@Screw_This hope no one sends her money......
Probably created on MidJourney
Awesome photos!! 😉
Yeah, I find it hard to concentrate.
Glad you like them!
Very helpful
Im in Viêtnam right now and i totally loooove it ! I also agree about everything you said. Its right on point. Just forgot to mention the north... the far north ...these mountains/ sceneries ❤ oufffff
North of which country❓
@@westsan I believe he said north of Vietnam. I heard SAPA area is pretty. Planning to go there.
What are your favorite places in North Vietnam? I will be going soon.
@@rlmint Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, Sapa, Cao Bang, Ha Giang Loop
SAPA incredible!
All great countries, but Philippines is easier to adapt due to its more westernized and english language is being used often. It's more convenient in communications and everyday life.
I love the photos. Thanks
Glad you like them! i create each one using AI.
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Well done...Thank You!!!
Welcome!
I love watching your channel and I love the way you enplane everything you are very through Could you consider making videos on Indonesia as well, I am considering expatriating because the USA just ain't what it use to be, but you can't own land or property in Asia except for Indonesia from what I understand, and I would like to live where I could actually buy a house and land rather than renting keep up the good work thank you
I am married to Indonesian for over 16 years and we owe some properties there. They are in her name since as an Expat you can’t buy the land which means house . You can buy the apartment though.
It's not just more fun in the Philippines but there is no place in this world that you can get such human connections, not to mention the English language spoken and the most beautiful islands and beaches on this planet.
Btw, the mountains, greenery, dive spots, and landscapes are SECOND TO NONE!
Yes, but Philippines where? In wich City? Manila? Cebu?
@@riccardobrandoni3562 Stay away from these cities. Just visit smaller places and islands, avoid the tourist traps...
@@daan7374However we are talking about living here, not simply visiting. Most Westerners when they settle somewhere are going to want fast and stable internet, access to healthy food, hospital facilities, etc. When you break it down like this i don't see anything outside of manila and cebu to fulfill these criteria.
And i'm in my late 30s, early retired with ideal health and mobility.
Oh...you don't mind taking the walk of shame.
@@Re3iRtHYou can't get a perfect place in the world. There are always compromises. If you're cannot adjust, you won’t enjoy life wherever you go.
The 3 month e-visa in Vietnam starts on August 15th. There's no extension. You have to do a border run.
Angeles City in the Phillipines best bang for your buck. For women, food and drinks. The best and most people speak english. PI is way cheaper for women & hotel rooms. Big truss💯
As always another good informative vid
Glad you enjoyed it
I am here in Philliphines and I noticed the price are crazy. And I don’t think I will stay here any longer. Thailand has top notch food, condo and good services in all area. However you will struggle with language barriers.
understandable. had i not decided to marry a Filipina, i'd still be in vietnam.
Prices are good. You are spouting nonsense!
@@Lifebeyondthesea I have seen nothing that has even made me consider going to Vietnam, and never have a single plan of going or returning to Thailand, PH is my only plane ticket.
If top notch food is being carried by spices curries seasonings and msg, "good services" yet you need google translate, lol, the condos have to be good as they are hyped to be to make up for everything else there that is overhyped and trash.
@@LifebeyondtheseaVery interesting. Is that because of the quality of life? Women? Where would you live in Vietnam? Thank you 🙏🏼
For me no need to compare ..every countries has its own beauty ; good and yummy foods and beautiful people
what important is your safe and comfortable and happy where u at❤🎉god bless
Hi
Nice presentation.
Out of the 3 where do you live now?
Thanks
Ciao
Joe
I’m happy if /someone mention/ Vietnamese visa is up to 3 months.
Girl in Vietnam are the most beautiful: white and flat stomach. But for foreigners relationships is hard to be. Only with older with package… Vietnam leaving hotel standard is the best. Transport ok, English language is problematic to communicate, food for westerners very acceptable.
Thailand women are not sick looking for foreigners, but the poor yes . Hotels are ok, food spicy like crazy.Transportation little complicated.
Philippines: they speak English and have some Catholic values. Women skin more darker and mostly fat stomach:-).
Hotels overpriced and the cheaper : mostly no hot water for shower. Food more expensive and not special. Fruit and vegetables expensive and limited choices. Transportation complicated and be aware how to get the bus. Outside big cities no taxi. Flight from Cebu to Manila cost me more than from Manila to Ho Chi Minh/Saigon/ Vietnam.
Okay good luck 🍀
Is just my experience to share my thoughts.
I had emergency hernia surgery in Phuket. I went to their private hospital. Top notch services. Had to use my credit card to pay the $10k bill as they wouldn't accept my NYS health insurance card. I've spent between 1 & 4 months each year in Thailand for the past 10 years and I'm just starting to speak basic Thai
All beautiful 😍
I spent 500 a month in 2022 for a hi rise condo in lapux2, gated, guard at gate, guards in lobby, elevator, all utilities, wifi and aircon included found it on airbnb. Quiet, no problems, everything included, nice only 3 blocks from water or a few minutes to sand, resorts $2 cab ride and day pass was $5 for 2 people all day.
yeah all good but where was that? What country?
@@mamagne800That's Lapu Lapu (Lapu x2) in the Philippines. I'm moving to Cebu later this year.
@@stevier3510 Cebu is ok, but the streets are crazy, no one follows any traffic rules at all and just too many people for me. GenSan has newer condos that were $350/month including all utilities wifi, elec aircon, everything, in a gated community I think it was 6 blocks off water and a short walk to pretty good beach, the complex was listed on Airbnb, but many there were also for sale. GenSan is still pretty cheap compared to the bigger cities to the north. You might even see Manny.
I wouldn't go way out in the province any more, I'm getting old, but it's cheaper in the province of course, or small islands or fishing villages out away from everything. The best weather is in Baguio, loved it there and so many young Filipina college girls, but it's not cheap, it's a little more than Cebu most of the time but fluctuates with seasons and inflow of kano tourists and flips from Manila in warmer months, so be warned about that...
If short time, stay in condo from Airbnb, with gated community and guards at gate and lobby, and you want a high floor with elevator so you don't hear all the roosters, karaoke, dogs, fights, traffic, etc. it's cheaper in the native areas but you pay for it in noise and drama. You do you tho, good luck...
I was in Vietnam I love it
i can't wait to return. amazing place.
I would be interested in a comparison of any ambulance service that might be available.
I has been dating a Filipina here in the states for about three years, and recently came from visit the Philippines.
Wow, has Vietnam changed. In 2002, everyone was trying to scam you or rob you. I've heard it had changed a lot, but to hear someone say it's the safest place they know.
had i not met my wife during a visa-run to davao, i'd still be in vietnam. great place.
The US Department of State gives Vietnam a #1 rating; same as Canada.
Good video buddy 😊😊. Only concern I'd have is Healthcare costs?? Any more info?? Cost examples?? Take care 👍💯
depends, what kinda healthcare? plastic surgery & sex changes, Thailand is the best AND cheapest in the world.
@@RPhTom
What about dental implants ? Which one would you choose ?
I was stationed in Japan for ten years and have traveled to many countries in that part of the world. The one place I am very curious about is Vietnam. I plan to relocate to the Philippines but plan to visit Vietnam at some point.
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I married a Thai, live in a small farming community in Sisaket, Thailand. There is virtually no English speakers there. My wife translates for me. I tried the Philippines but the infrastructure is not there yet and housing was more expensive.
that is small town indeed! I stay in Ubon Ratchithani
All of as mentioned! I have visited all 3 countries! However, I love the Philippines more! When I land in ph, I usually stay in Cebu City for a few days! So Apart from staying in the business hotel in Cebu City on colon street! I then fly to Tacliban, bus it to Baybay, Ormoc, in Leyte, because I have my condo in Southern Leyte! I love the Ph Culture! Ph. However I Could not live in Manila.
unless you can afford Makati.. Manila is just plain nasty. i'll take the greenery of the other islands any day instead.
@@Lifebeyondtheseaor BGC in Taguig.
I really do enjoy the way you find a way to stick extra wordage.
Into your videos. Word count means so much to me. I don't know your technique. But I am sure that you can stretch the video out to twice the length of its original. At first, I was wondering if you would ever get to the point and just say what you need to say.
But what the hell, It makes Is a man feel good to hear his own voice. I am sure you're really feeling good.
Thank you for the information Sir! Question is their a V.A. HOSPITAL IN Vietnam?
We lost the war… of course there isnt a VA hospital hahah
Yes
8:47 speaking of appendix removal surgery...I just had that done 5 days ago here in a small coastal city called Phan Rang, Vietnam. I have been living in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam for the last 6.5 years. As this was emergency surgery I had no choice but to get it done where I was briefly staying at the time. Everything went smoothly. No one spoke English but I was able to get by. The total cost of the surgery + medication + a two night stay in a private recovery room was $220.
Never had any problems in GenSan ph, but it gets sketchy quick south of there...
My advice is the type of "property" on display here needs intense, ongoing, precision inspection. It is highly unlikely one could ever "own" such magnificent examples either. 🤔🤭🤩😍
December 2023 I was in Ko Samui Thailand For one month it was as expensive as California prices. I also spent a month in Da Nang Vietnam which was Three times less than Ko Samui.
Unless you are a time traveler you may have meant December 2022
Both places are heavily overhyped
Ko Samui is nice but you went to a tourist area and prices are high there. Next time try non tourist Thailand
Koh Samui and Phuket have been expensive for the best part of two decades. The movie The Beach and just general increases to tourism made it the way it is.
That's funny, in Europe the beach areas are significantly reasonable compare to capital and major cities
Philippines hands down Sir……
Having lived in a few different countries with a limited command of the spoken language for me language is most important you can feel secluded and remote very quickly without being able to communicate easily.
Its definitely something to think about if you haven't experienced it especially if you are moving there on your own.
The cheap and expensive is depend on the current currency. its cheap because the value of money to dollar is super high and others are not much high.
@LifeBeyondThe Sea. Nice Asian intro. I've been all over Asia. Stayed in a very mice place in Nha Trang with huge rooftop pool and nice work out room, amenities hard to find there, but it is what I need. The two-bedroom cost me $800.00 a month.
Also stayed in a nice place in Siem Reap, that had both, at the cost of $600.00 a month.
For me, the most important thing besides the women is the food and a quiet place that's centrally located.
I just love Thai street food so finding a nice place close by that has the amenities I need, is not a problem. I can spend more on a solid place and enjoy cheaper food. Pattaya and Phuket have a lot to choose from and Koh Samui a little less, because of building height restrictions.
Bangkok is just too busy for me.
I have a good visa agent in Thailand, so that's not an issue.
Philippines definitely have the visa and language edge and pretty non-hustling ( regular job) Phillippinas are easily accessible, especially for longer term.
Cebu, near Ayala Mall and IT Park have a few places that are in my stay price range and a lot of women to chose from, that don't mind the age gap.
The Japanese and Korean women do mind the age gap, just like Vietnamese,
That pretty much leaves Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia and China. Not a good time for an American to go to China. Malaysia is pretty conservative and takes a while.
I think that the prettiest Asian girls I have seen are Thai-Chinese in Chang Mai, unfortunately a very polluted city.
I'm thinking of trying Mauritius. Anybody been there?
I’ve been to Mauritius. Gorgeous island. But extremely remote and I would be surprised if the dating scene is sufficient to justify the effort to relo there (but I didn’t date there so perhaps it’s ok).
I'm retiring in the Philippines next year and that's final.
The models on your video are top class.
all the images in the vids, i create with AI for illustrative purposes.
but in the PH.. i'd say about 6% are a 7 thru a 10. with maybe 1% being a 10. but, they are very approachable.
Nice pics
Thanks! amazing what technology can do these days with AI. and it's getting better exponentially by the month.
Vietnam has great hotel rates, an incredibly beautiful country too. Love all three countries. Siem Reap in Cambodia too, Sihanoukville used to be a great place back in the day, unfortunately it has become a Chinese gambling city by the sea. Koh Rong island is always worth a visit though, easily accessible from Sihanoukville. The less said about Phnom Penh the better 😂
Agreed to all you said, and yes, phnom Penh is a hidden gem
Excellent video. Very informative. Are those girls you have dated? Very nice.
All
Fake girls. Ai generation. Not real
Vietnam doesnt sound like a dating paradise like the PI, or Thailand.
No they are not prostitutes country and not need anyone with the wrong mindset there. Thanks but no thanks!
women there want you to marry them after the 3rd date.
same in the phillipines @@danwelterweight4137
Too much materialism in their culture
@@bakerdow9884💯
Phillipines for family and marriage minded men.
We love to stay in the Philippines ❤❤❤
Da Nang Vietnam is amazing. Both beaches and mountains, and great places along the river. Cheap living too.
But you didn't say anything about the women.
Not to mention it is close to Hoi An, another great place.
Rains 85 inches a year in Da Nang....
What about comparing with Indonesia women to get married to 35 to 38 yr older women
I’ve stayed in both Manila and bkk before. I feels that bkk is more expensive than Manila and it’s getting more expensive.
Philippines - English and favorable Visa arrangement.
That’s it and all the rest you can think about is 👎👎 compared to the others
Does Koi Samui have nice beaches?
I’m a little partial because I was born in Thailand, but since food is my thing I’m gonna say Thailand
thank you
You're welcome
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I moved to Chiang Mai 14 months ago, I’m on a Non-0 retirement visa, my monthly expenses are 900-1000 per month, cook mostly at home, rent a scooter and 3 bed/2bath home in a Thai neighborhood. I’ll be going back to the US once my visa expires to get a perspective and to decide where to go next. Maybe back to Thailand or Cambodia or the Philippines or maybe just stay in the US
After you're visa expires, maybe just stay in the US?
I don’t understand how staying in USA is even an option unless you have grandchildren there. It’s a dumpster fire of a country right now. IMO
I would say safety in Vietnam is linked to the cheaper accommodation. Philippines does have as cheap accommodation but westerners should not live there for safety reasons. In Vietnam every where is safe so you can live amongst the locals at a cheaper price. Having said that for me language trumps all and the Philippines wins hands down.
Reekay went to Vietnam few years ago...in just two days his new motorbike parked outside his hotel was stolen.😂😂😂
two days? more like a month. but even so, my car got stolen in calif. i said that you'll find crime anywhere there are people. i never said there was no crime.
@@royzky007there's a reason they all lock their bikes behind gates past 9pm. My girlfriends dog was stolen for human consumption! Theft is high there, even if things like assault are low