Hey Darren, congrats! I lived in Thailand for 8 years, and if you eat mostly Thai food (with some British treats) and start swimming and going to the gym, you’ll totally transform. The first thing you’ll notice is the weight loss. But don’t get involved with any Thai women or buy property. (You know all that already.) This country will change your physical and mental health for the better. You’ll always get people in the comments section giving you advice but don’t listen to them all. Just do it your way and learn from your experiences. Good luck, mate! It really is “The Land of Smiles.”Just a friendly reminder to be cautious when interacting with people from Thailand, regardless of gender. It’s important to remember that they may perceive you as a source of financial resources, and it’s crucial to approach these interactions with caution and respect.
Hi Darren, please don't take this message as being from a troll, I'm definitely not. Obviously I have no idea regarding your wealth & it's not my business.I do however consider it a bit naïve to use a property agent to source your Condo & now you are looking at another agent to sort out your Visa....a normal Expat, who fulfills the financial requirements pays less than £40 a year. I realise you are very new to the Kingdom, your Condo looks lovely & I'm happy for you that Jometian was your choice. Take care, use this next twelve months to research Thai Visa requirements, acclimitise & sort your own stuff out without needing an agency. I'm not a troll & we as a family wish you nothing but success & a happy new chapter in your life. Andy, Nud & Tianchai x
Yeah, I was curious about the visa option he was going for. One of the reasons I left Thailand was the visa hassles and lack of residency, but to be honest it is probably a LOT easier now than it was in some respects.
I guess Andrew isn't a "normal" broke-ass expat just trying to survive on 70k Baht or less a month. Isn't it nice that he can afford to hire people to sort out his problems and have more time to enjoy himself?
@andrewsanderson6036 Hi Andrew, I used to live in Thailand for 8 years. Darren’s the kind of guy who likes to do things his own way I think and learn on his own. If he makes a mistake, so what? As long as he rents and doesn’t get financially or emotionally involved with any Thai birds or buy property, he’ll be fine. The visa situation is much better now, especially for TH-camrs and digital nomads. Thailand will do his health great if he sticks to mostly Thai food and gets himself to the gym regularly.
Don’t talk nonsense. Nothing wrong with using a proper agent to find a condo. As for the visa, he can get one through an agent for about £450 without having thousands of pounds sat in a Thai bank account getting virtually zero interest. Instead he can have that money in a fixed interest bank account in the UK, earning more interest than the cost of the visa. He’s not an expat worrying about how much his small Chang beer is gonna cost.
Just caught your Vlog… Congratulations on your new home… It looks fantastic… What a view… Life is short enjoy yourself and don’t listen to the Debbie Downers…. Best of luck to you and keep smiling… We are all watching and wishing we could be there to…. Happy Holidays….
Just want to add the the positive messages and love. This is so exciting, us people who care about you are so excited for you Darren, very inspiring move
Good choice, the beautiful coastline & hot weather & Thai culture will be medicinal & better option/ value for money than what’s on offer in London/UK in my opinion. Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas! 🎉
Congrats Darren and thanks for taking us with you. Some have commented that Darren made his choice a bit quickly. But he has said on previous Vlogs that he had been researching the move for 8 months prior to leaving the UK. So I guess he had already narrowed it down before he left.
Good for you!! Life’s to be lived and enjoyed…. No one can do that for you, only you. I fly for a living and have been to Thailand numerous times, beautiful country, beautiful people! Totally jealous ❤❤❤
Mad exciting. New to the chan (just saw the interview on Thairish Times), always love seeing a fellow Londoner getting up off their arse and finding something better. Enjoy!
Truly delighted for you, Darren, a brilliant move on your part, you have so much to be very proud of. A great way of life awaits. Best wishes from Udon. GK. 🇹🇭♥️
Well done I love Pattaya too been goi g there for more than 30 years. I'm a retired Expat living in Indonesia and still visit Thailand every year. Great people and great place to stay enjoy it
Nice one Darren the Steady Eddy approach is paying dividends.Also lovely condo and that view WOW.Great video with excellent content.Best Wishes for the future Frank 🇬🇧
Good for you dj. I love pattaya and jomtien myself. I've been 40 times since I first went in 89. I'll be making the big move to pattaya myself in two year's and I cant wait. Choc dee khap as the thais say
Think the best part of this video is the look on your face at the end. You looked pleased as punch...absolutely ecstatic at getting the apartment.....Great to see 👌👊
Can feel your excitement Darren! Very happy for you....& can see that YOU are happy! Life's good eh!!! Your new place is lovely & I bet you'll make great memories with your family, when they visit you there. Im smiling with you. Lizzie 🙂👌🥰 memories
Supermarkets are very good in Thailand. Places like TOPS have a great range for the everyday stuff and prices are reasonable. You even get food courts and places to eat, but eating out is very cheap in Thailand.
Good on you D J , you only live once. This will probably be one of the best decisions you will ever make moving to the land of smiles. Enjoy my friend 😊
oh my gosh!!!! darren i have to admit you have made the right choice my friend love that apartment makes me wanna go there next year my pal is in thailand at the moment i wish you the best of luck and have a lovely xmas over there mate loving your channel best on you tube by MILES :)
Hi Darren, Wow 🎉🎉🎉 Looks Fantastic, your New Apartment 🎉 really Pleased for you Darren. The view from your balcony, like you said, is Breathtaking 🎉🎉 😍😍 The Beach and Sea is Stunning
Hi, your apartment is amazing, very modern and stylish, each room is perfect. Well done! So posh to live so near the sea. The view from your apartment is breathtaking 😊🥹
So lovely. Just perfect. I was smiling so much when I saw the balcony for your morning coffees and nightcaps :) I'm sure you'll be out and about enjoying the festivities on New Year, but a great view if there are fireworks. SO happy for you :)
I know you won't but you live your dream which you're doing l wish you nothing but greatness with your new life!!!! I know cus I've been following u for a few years now.
Looked like a fantastic appartment. Kitchinette might have made me hesitate cos, like many Asian homes, it doesn't seem to have an oven. Enjoy it Darren and thanks for sharing your adventure❤
Hey Darren, congrats! I lived in Thailand for 8 years, and if you eat mostly Thai food (with some British treats) and start swimming and going to the gym, you’ll totally transform. The first thing you’ll notice is the weight loss. But don’t get involved with any Thai women or buy property. (You know all that already.) This country will change your physical and mental health for the better. You’ll always get people in the comments section giving you advice but don’t listen to them all. Just do it your way and learn from your experiences. Good luck, mate! It really is “The Land of Smiles.”Just a friendly reminder to be cautious when interacting with people from Thailand, regardless of gender. It’s important to remember that they may perceive you as a source of financial resources, and it’s crucial to approach these interactions with caution and respect.
Your vids are getting better but please cheer up!
Not a good sign if you are miserable after a couple of days in the land of smiles.
Hi Darren, please don't take this message as being from a troll, I'm definitely not. Obviously I have no idea regarding your wealth & it's not my business.I do however consider it a bit naïve to use a property agent to source your Condo & now you are looking at another agent to sort out your Visa....a normal Expat, who fulfills the financial requirements pays less than £40 a year. I realise you are very new to the Kingdom, your Condo looks lovely & I'm happy for you that Jometian was your choice. Take care, use this next twelve months to research Thai Visa requirements, acclimitise & sort your own stuff out without needing an agency. I'm not a troll & we as a family wish you nothing but success & a happy new chapter in your life. Andy, Nud & Tianchai x
Yeah, I was curious about the visa option he was going for. One of the reasons I left Thailand was the visa hassles and lack of residency, but to be honest it is probably a LOT easier now than it was in some respects.
I guess Andrew isn't a "normal" broke-ass expat just trying to survive on 70k Baht or less a month. Isn't it nice that he can afford to hire people to sort out his problems and have more time to enjoy himself?
@andrewsanderson6036 Hi Andrew, I used to live in Thailand for 8 years. Darren’s the kind of guy who likes to do things his own way I think and learn on his own. If he makes a mistake, so what? As long as he rents and doesn’t get financially or emotionally involved with any Thai birds or buy property, he’ll be fine. The visa situation is much better now, especially for TH-camrs and digital nomads. Thailand will do his health great if he sticks to mostly Thai food and gets himself to the gym regularly.
Don’t talk nonsense.
Nothing wrong with using a proper agent to find a condo.
As for the visa, he can get one through an agent for about £450 without having thousands of pounds sat in a Thai bank account getting virtually zero interest.
Instead he can have that money in a fixed interest bank account in the UK, earning more interest than the cost of the visa.
He’s not an expat worrying about how much his small Chang beer is gonna cost.
Life’s short ….. enjoy . If it does last brilliant but if it don’t ……hey you’ve lived 🤩
Totally agree
So can any of us book that spare room for a few days? :)
Just caught your Vlog… Congratulations on your new home… It looks fantastic… What a view… Life is short enjoy yourself and don’t listen to the Debbie Downers…. Best of luck to you and keep smiling… We are all watching and wishing we could be there to…. Happy Holidays….
So pleased for you Darren. I hope it all works out for you. Your looking relaxed. Look forward to watching more.
You done good there DJ, What a beautiful view! I would be sat out on the balcony every evening watching the sunsets.😀 Good job.
Hi Darren. Love watching your journey. Your apartment looks amazing. Wishing you all the best on your new adventures 😊
Thanks so much! 😊
Lovely apartment Darren with a stunning view. Hope you have a fantastic time there. Looking forward to the vlogs. Love the music to this vlog.
You can’t put a price on home comforts plus great facilities and a view to die for…..love it!
Just want to add the the positive messages and love. This is so exciting, us people who care about you are so excited for you Darren, very inspiring move
Enjoy your new home in Thailand. Hope it’s a positive life there pal. 💪
Good luck Darren with your adventure. You are living the dream ! Exciting 🎉😅
What a view! Looks like you are pretty high up. Beach looks amazing, living the dream!
I really am not jealous in the slightest, the fact that my eyes have changed from blue to green is purely coincidental.😅😅
Good choice, the beautiful coastline & hot weather & Thai culture will be medicinal & better option/ value for money than what’s on offer in London/UK in my opinion.
Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas! 🎉
London is a hell hole.
Just wanted to say I've followed you from the beginning D j. And I wish you all the happiness in your new home and life take care ❤️❤️❤️
Congrats Darren and thanks for taking us with you. Some have commented that Darren made his choice a bit quickly. But he has said on previous Vlogs that he had been researching the move for 8 months prior to leaving the UK. So I guess he had already narrowed it down before he left.
Good for you!! Life’s to be lived and enjoyed…. No one can do that for you, only you. I fly for a living and have been to Thailand numerous times, beautiful country, beautiful people! Totally jealous ❤❤❤
Apartment looks amazing DJ. Hope you have many happy times in your new home. Hope all is going well in your new life
Nice one Alan, thank you so much
Congratulations on your new home
Hope you settle in ok. Also hope you don't get too lonely. All the best to you. DJ 😘
Mad exciting. New to the chan (just saw the interview on Thairish Times), always love seeing a fellow Londoner getting up off their arse and finding something better. Enjoy!
Congratulations on your new home, Darren - may it bring you lots of happiness 🎉
Thanks so much!
DJ love the place mate, can't wait to follow your adventures. Wish you everything fella. Go for it!
You're looking a lot better, your skin looks more radiant. That Thai sunshine and food is doing you well :)
amazing place youve got there darren clean modern and a great view what more could you want
It's lovely Darren. After a year, if you like it stay. If you don't come back or move on. Simples. Good luck x
Truly delighted for you, Darren, a brilliant move on your part, you have so much to be very proud of. A great way of life awaits. Best wishes from Udon. GK. 🇹🇭♥️
Well done mate.Beautiful apartment and facilities,enjoy your new home.
Absolutely beautiful Darren I'm so pleased for you I look forward to seeing your future videos of your new life take care
So pleased for you Darren , you’ve only got one life and you are certainly living it . 👏👍
Wow, congratulations DJ, wow that apartment looks absolutely OTC 💯
Looks Fab DJ! Beautiful view! Hope u r happy in your new home!x
Superb Daz!! Love that view!! You'll be settled just right for Santa. All the very best my friend. Dr Paul
Well done I love Pattaya too been goi g there for more than 30 years. I'm a retired Expat living in Indonesia and still visit Thailand every year. Great people and great place to stay enjoy it
You did it, looks tremendous, so proud of you making a lifestyle change for the better. Wishing you a great future.
Nice one Darren the Steady Eddy approach is paying dividends.Also lovely condo and that view WOW.Great video with excellent content.Best Wishes for the future Frank 🇬🇧
Fantastic Darrin best of luck take care.
Good stuff fella--i left the UK 7 months ago to BC Canada-took me company, family, money with me-all the best to you.
Terrible choice moving to Canada
@@tanthamanI’d have to agree!
I have a family member that did the reverse after living in BC for over 40 years!!!
@@tanthaman 20 years ago maybe was a good choice, but not now.
The view is stunning.
Glad for you Darren enjoy your new life and by the way HAPPY CHRISTMAS 😂
Only been watching for a month or so but keep the videos coming Darren. Good luck on your journey 👌
Awesome, thank you!
YOU DIDNT MENTION WHAT YOU'RE PAYING PER MONTH
THATS HELPFUL EITHER WAY
Wow that view is sensational and you've got yourself a lovely, clean, modern apartment. I just hope the lift is reliable too!! 👍 🤞
good luck Darren mate your doing the right thing thailand is amazing
Beautiful apartment .Well deserved 🎉
Good for you dj. I love pattaya and jomtien myself. I've been 40 times since I first went in 89. I'll be making the big move to pattaya myself in two year's and I cant wait. Choc dee khap as the thais say
What a lovely apartment. So proud of you. Hope everything works out and all your dreams come true. All the best.
Wow! What’s not to like 😊 wishing you peace luck and happiness in your new home DJ
SO enthusiastic. So genuine. SO so likeable. Very very very David Brent from the" Office". Good luck fella 🥰🥰
Wish you a great stay .... enjoy
So glad u have found ur new apartment it looks amazing so happy for u Darren ❤❤❤❤
Think the best part of this video is the look on your face at the end. You looked pleased as punch...absolutely ecstatic at getting the apartment.....Great to see 👌👊
Can feel your excitement Darren!
Very happy for you....& can see that YOU are happy! Life's good eh!!!
Your new place is lovely & I bet you'll make great memories with your family, when they visit you there.
Im smiling with you.
Lizzie 🙂👌🥰
memories
Well done DJ - You've struck Gold there mate! It's 100% 'Off The Charts'! 🤜🤛😎
That’s fantastic you’ve got sorted so quickly, good luck Darren & look forward to seeing your life changing adventures,👍
Wow, lovely apartment and that really is a view you could never tire of! 🤩
Wishing you every happiness Darren in your beautiful new home.xx
Could you take us to a supermarket and see what a food shop is like and how much, thank you sir ! Congrats.
Supermarkets are very good in Thailand. Places like TOPS have a great range for the everyday stuff and prices are reasonable. You even get food courts and places to eat, but eating out is very cheap in Thailand.
Big C is cheaper
What a great apartment DJ, love the views, it's clean and has everything you need. Enjoy my friend!
Good luck chap , your apartment looks lovely , what a view ! Live , life , love,
That looks fantastic, congrats mate
Thank you! Cheers!
So happy for you Darren…..your eyes say it all. What an exciting day!
Jomtien good choice, good luck, you will enjoy the morning walks.
Good luck DJ hope all goes well for you 👍🏻
Congratulations Darren John
🙏🏼😉👍🏼
Congrats Darren!! 🎉🎉 Really pleased for you 😁😁
Great stuff Darren - apartment looks glorious.
I salute you Daren good on you living the dream enjoy
Good on you D J , you only live once. This will probably be one of the best decisions you will ever make moving to the land of smiles. Enjoy my friend 😊
Well Done Daz
Your place looks fantastic
Looking forward to following your journey
Good luck mate
A very big Congratulations!! Well done. Lovely accommodation and views!
Very stylish apartment Darren and what an amazing view, so pleased for you, I'm sure you will be very happy there, all the best.
Congratulations DJ. looks lovely. I'm sure you will be very happy there!
Congratulations on your new home!
oh my gosh!!!! darren i have to admit you have made the right choice my friend love that apartment makes me wanna go there next year my pal is in thailand at the moment i wish you the best of luck and have a lovely xmas over there mate loving your channel best on you tube by MILES :)
Very kind, thank you
Hi Darren, Wow 🎉🎉🎉 Looks Fantastic, your New Apartment 🎉 really Pleased for you Darren. The view from your balcony, like you said, is Breathtaking 🎉🎉 😍😍 The Beach and Sea is Stunning
Hi Darren, Congrat’s and enjoy in good health mate.
Accommodation looks great Darren! Good luck to you my friend. Oh wow and an amazing view looking out on the Gulf of Thailand ❤
looks amazing, best of luck in your new home.
Hi, your apartment is amazing, very modern and stylish, each room is perfect. Well done! So posh to live so near the sea. The view from your apartment is breathtaking 😊🥹
Good luck mate hope you enjoy your new house
Thanks 👍
Looks fantastic Darren 😎 really like it, very smart 👍🏽 happy for you Mate 😊🍻
DJ..got yourself a good lookin drum there in a nice part of town..hope all goes well for you...could be your forever place..🤠
Pleased for you.Looks great.
Best of luck Darren in your beautiful new apartment 👍🙂
Great to sit on that bakcony and look out to that amazing view,congrats
Darren, 'it's a tough job, but somebody has got to do it.' 😁 Well done lad, you're 'livin the dream' - good on ya! 👍👍👍
Thanks 👍
So lovely. Just perfect. I was smiling so much when I saw the balcony for your morning coffees and nightcaps :) I'm sure you'll be out and about enjoying the festivities on New Year, but a great view if there are fireworks. SO happy for you :)
Looks great Darren! , can’t wait to see what adventures you have in Thailand!
What a view!!!!!!!!!
That looks perfect buddy
All the best Darren
I know you won't but you live your dream which you're doing l wish you nothing but greatness with your new life!!!! I know cus I've been following u for a few years now.
Good for you Darren
Great seeing it all coming together, love watching your move progress
Looked like a fantastic appartment. Kitchinette might have made me hesitate cos, like many Asian homes, it doesn't seem to have an oven. Enjoy it Darren and thanks for sharing your adventure❤
It’s a lovely condo, I’m really happy for you. Enjoy those breath taking views buddy! 🙂👍🏼