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Third Thai’s a Charm
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Welcome to "Third Thai's a Charm" Tracy, Ray, Fiona and Mango! Retired and living in the Land of Smiles! 🇹🇭
The meaning behind our channel name~
We were living in Mysore, India in 2009 and we had to do a Visa Run and a few dear friends suggested we fly to Bangkok and check out Thailand as they had a feeling we would love it there..
the rest is history so to speak.
In 2016 we sold everything we owned (including our house in southern California) packed up our two dogs and we moved to Hua Hin, Thailand. We had the most wonderful time there, but our Chihuahua, Bindi was having some issues with the heat and humidity so we came back to the US to finish up another 5-6 years so Ray could collect his pension with UPS.
Flash forward to January 2023..Ray retired on January 20th, 2023 and we arrived in Bangkok, Thailand on February 2nd with our beloved street dog from Mysore, India, Princess Fiona!
We're so happy you're here to see our everyday life in the Kingdom 🇹🇭🙏🏼
The meaning behind our channel name~
We were living in Mysore, India in 2009 and we had to do a Visa Run and a few dear friends suggested we fly to Bangkok and check out Thailand as they had a feeling we would love it there..
the rest is history so to speak.
In 2016 we sold everything we owned (including our house in southern California) packed up our two dogs and we moved to Hua Hin, Thailand. We had the most wonderful time there, but our Chihuahua, Bindi was having some issues with the heat and humidity so we came back to the US to finish up another 5-6 years so Ray could collect his pension with UPS.
Flash forward to January 2023..Ray retired on January 20th, 2023 and we arrived in Bangkok, Thailand on February 2nd with our beloved street dog from Mysore, India, Princess Fiona!
We're so happy you're here to see our everyday life in the Kingdom 🇹🇭🙏🏼
Going to Bangkok Immigration on our own!! Not for the faint of heart..How did that work out for us?
Come along with us for our 90 Day Report at Bangkok's Immigration Building. We took the BTS Green Line to the Pink Line and rode it all the way out.
How did things turn out in the end??
We were rejected when trying to report online, so we had No Choice but to show up and do it there.
How did things turn out in the end??
We were rejected when trying to report online, so we had No Choice but to show up and do it there.
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A GREAT Place to go for an ALL DAY Bike Ride!! Bangkoks...GREEN LUNG!
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What a Find for us today here in Bangkok! If you love riding bikes or even scooters..This is YOUR Place to be!! It's a 40 baht baht ride and if you bring your own bike over add an extra 40 baht (80 baht total). You have an option to rent a bike over there as well. WE had the BEST day over at The Green Lung today. Hope you enjoy the video!!
A Q&A with our TIBETAN MONK Bikshu Tenzin Celon after 20 years...
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What a VERY Special visit with our Tibetan Monk who we have known for 20 years now. We hope you enjoy this insightful chat we had here in Bangkok together. The interview was done at "Tibet Gate" Tibetan Restaurant here in Bangkok, Thailand. Please subscribe to Bikshu Tenzin Celons UA-cam Channel 🙏🏽 @tenzincelon Thank You for watching and subscribing We appreciate all of you so Very Much!
This Could be TROUBLE!!
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We wanted something New and Exciting to do...today was the day!
Our New BANGKOK Budget Video!!
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Here it is...Let's see how much we spend per month living in the Big City of Bangkok, Thailand in 2024!
Makro Shopping Haul in Bangkok! How much did we spend compared to where we're from in California???
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This is a REAL Eye Opener for us having shopped every week at Costco in California.. Makro is similar to Costco, except for the prices here in Bangkok. We definitely had a reality check on this shopping trip. We will only be going to Gourmet and Villa Market (the places we used to go daily) for quick little "fill in" items now having seen the price deference we have been paying compared to what...
Our Life in Bangkok one month in..How's it going for us??
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We have been in Bangkok for exactly One Month now. This video is about that and how we are adjusting to our new life here in The Kingdom. Watch and see if it's everything we had hoped it would be.. As always, Thank You SO much for watching. We appreciate Everyone of you!
Today we tried something we have never done before here in Bangkok!!
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We went to De Bloom Luxury Bag Workshop studio and we were Blown Away at what we experienced there! We had No idea that people come from all over the world to take their classes to learn how to literally hand make your own luxury handbag from scratch! They are Experts in their field and they all speak perfect english as well. Ray and I learned so much and I didn't think it was possible as we ar...
Going for a Bike Ride today along one of the Beautiful Klongs!!
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Switching gears (pardon the pun) and taking you along with us on this beautiful day here in Bangkok where we explore the Saem Saep Klong near our home here in Bangkok! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!! We got home right before it poured down rain!!
A Very Special Day for us here in Bangkok!
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We were so excited to be invited to this very special even with Bangkok Community Help Foundation and @globaltravelmate Jeroen and Mirella. With funding from Mr. Chung and help from Jeroen and of course Bangkok Community Help Foundation there is a Beautiful Brand New Library for the low income children in the Khlong Toey district here in Bangkok. Please visit their website to learn more on how ...
Our NEW BANGKOK Condo Tour!! Including what we pay for Rent in Bangkok VS Hua Hin..
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Well, you have all been asking for it..and it's Finally here!! A FULL tour of our Gorgeous New Bangkok Condo right in the heart of the most AMAZING area we could have ever imagined living!! SUPER Dog Friendly and the Nicest community ever here. Hope you enjoy the video! Thanks so much for watching and subscribing to our channel! We appreciate you ALL!
Our first week Living in Bangkok...was this the Right Choice for Us?
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One week in Bangkok...how's it going so far? Watch and find out our thoughts, and see what we are up to.
We Left HUA HIN and Moved to BANGKOK!! 🤗🌟🚆
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Yes, it's true! We left the Beach Life in Hua Hin for the Big City life in Bangkok...how are we feeling about our decision... Watch our newest video and find out!!
Winning 2nd Never Tasted so GOOD. Our 10,000 Baht Brunch at the McFarland House Restaurant /HUA HIN!
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WOW!! What a special Treat today turned out to be for Ray and I!! I received a FREE Voucher for Sunday Brunch for 2 at the McFarland House Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency in Hua Hin, Thailand for my Second Place Win at the Hua Hin Marathon for my age group in the Half Marathon category. We had No idea this was going to be so Extra Special!!! www.youtube.com/@UC9v8xFNDKtEcG6x2WBv2UCw Our friend ...
Never expected this at 62!! Winning Second Place for my age group at the Hua Hin Marathon!
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What a surprise this was!! I didn't think I still had it in me. Ray and I had the BEST time Ever today!! Wait until you see what they gave me...and all the Perks of running a race here in Hua Hin!!! Only in Thailand! ☺️🫶🌸
We applied for our ONE YEAR Visa Extension all by ourselves...Did we Screw it up without an Agent?
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We applied for our ONE YEAR Visa Extension all by ourselves...Did we Screw it up without an Agent?
Our Favorite Restaurant in HUA HIN that includes a Boutique Bed & Breakfast above With YOGA!!
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Our Favorite Restaurant in HUA HIN that includes a Boutique Bed & Breakfast above With YOGA!!
Water Shortage in Hua Hin...We have decided to leave.
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Water Shortage in Hua Hin...We have decided to leave.
Do We FIT IN Here? Bangkok,Thailand 2024
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Do We FIT IN Here? Bangkok,Thailand 2024
Do we fit in here? Bangkok, Thailand 2024
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Do we fit in here? Bangkok, Thailand 2024
Taking the HOP on HOP off Boat in Bangkok!
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Taking the HOP on HOP off Boat in Bangkok!
Taking the bus from HUA HIN to Bangkok...How was that??
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Taking the bus from HUA HIN to Bangkok...How was that??
Everyone said "You'll NEVER see this in Hua Hin"...they were Wrong!!
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Everyone said "You'll NEVER see this in Hua Hin"...they were Wrong!!
The Three Days that Changed our Lives...Bangkok, Thailand
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The Three Days that Changed our Lives...Bangkok, Thailand
Hidden Bangkok Boat Ride...You won't Believe this!!
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Hidden Bangkok Boat Ride...You won't Believe this!!
The View from HIGH Above, here in Bangkok, Thailand
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The View from HIGH Above, here in Bangkok, Thailand
Taking the Special Express Train from Hua Hin to Bangkok!!
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Taking the Special Express Train from Hua Hin to Bangkok!!
12 Year Expat in Thailand...Is he ready to leave?
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12 Year Expat in Thailand...Is he ready to leave?
Pet Time Pet Hotel and Hospital in Hua Hin, Thailand
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Pet Time Pet Hotel and Hospital in Hua Hin, Thailand
Hello! New subscribers here! Love your channel! We will need to travel from Hua Hin to Bangkok. Can you provide any information about the train? I have been unable to find any information online. Thanks so much!
Hi there! Welcome and thank you 🙏🏼 🤗 We actually did a video on taking the train from the Hua Hin Train Station to Bangkok 😃 The Video is titled “Taking the Special Express Train from Hua Hin to Bangkok” 🚂💫Enjoy 🌸⭐️
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Hello guys, if I have calculated correctly, each of you drinks 5.33 liters of water a day is that right
🤣😂🤣 Not quite..we also use water for various other purposes like our dogs drinking water, coffee, cooking, ice making..etc. But we also do drink our fair share 🤭😉
Awesome pad ❤
Thanks so much 💜
I’m curious as to why someone needs a phone interview. Is this something that everyone has to get if they apply after moving overseas? What exactly is the interview for if the online application has already been approved?
Yes, as far as I know and per google…The SSA might interview SSI and SSDI benefits applicants, but a call is especially common if you're applying for SSI. Determining what counts as income for SSI can get complicated, so the SSA uses a phone call to make sure they understand your current income and assets.
You guys are living ! Enjoy your adventures Jill from subirds of philly
We are SO living 🙏🏼🤗💫 Thanks Jill ☺️🌸🌈
Thailand, Wellcome to you.
Thank You so very much 🙏🏼💜
Such GREAT information! Thank You! 🙏🏽☺️
Makes me almost miss the Hua Hin 90 days check in 😅
It sure was a breeze in Hua Hin and we used to live across the street from where we could do it 😅
Seeing my old workplace almost made me cry. Two years have passed since I resigned. Government Complex Chaengwattana in the past, before there was a skytrain. Especially during the rainy season, there was heavy traffic. If anyone goes to renew their visa at the government complex, they will understand. Especially after work in the evening, it was very difficult for office workers and foreigners to travel. But now there is a skytrain, it is much more convenient. Every day, I still think of a Swedish or Swiss girl who could speak Thai. We almost dated, what a shame. In the end, she asked for a Line, but I gave her my old Line number. Every day, I really want to see her.
🥹 I’m so sorry you lost the connection with the Swedish girl..but perhaps she might see this message one day! You never know 🙏🏼 I’m happy we were able to bring back some memories for you ☺️💖🌈🙏🏼 Thank You so much for watching and take care ☺️
I have always done my 90 day reporting in person (both in Pattaya and in Bangkok)...over 10 years and never a problem....Cheers
Awesome 👍⭐️😊
It only takes only a few minutes to file an extension request on the internet, followed by the receipt of a 90-day extension form by internet on either the same or following day.
True, unless you’ve just moved to a new place. Then it MUST be done in person. Or you’ll be rejected online as we were.
Thank you for the video, it reminds me of the train ride when I was here, I had fun.
Glad you enjoyed it Dee Dee! I really loved the whole experience and it went by so quickly. The Pink line was pretty with Pink accents too 💞🌸🎀 which I loved 🤭
Have fun on your new adventure, I'm here in Hua Hin now on vk it is so very hot here.we are from sub birds of Phila Pa, and I'm not looking forward to that long ride back home
Enjoy your time here 😊☀️🌟🌈
I went for my 90 day reporting yesterday too - 1) need Passport, 2) TM 47 filled out, 3) print out of any TM 30 (Informed). I arrived about 8:30 AM, long line to get Queue ticket but the line moved fast - my Queue number was 102 - finished about 11:00 AM. It seems there is a huge crowd first thing in the morning - that going to Immigrayion in late morning might be workable.
You guys look young and healthy. have a good one.
Awe 🤭 Thank You! We do our Very Best 🙏🏽💜
If you came from the Pink Line. There's no need to walk on the ground. There's a Skywalk connected directly from the station to the car park building that has been converted into a Skypark, the Skypark connected directly to the Immigration Office and it's shaded all the way. The signage on the Monorail station might not show that, because the Skywalk and the Skypark is a very recent addition.
Such Good Information!! We didn't know this 🤭
You can find the skywalk connected to Exit no. 3 in the left. You just missed it by choosing exit no.4 in your right hand.
WOW! Thank You so much!!! We will take that on our next visit there!!🤗
Renewal? How many days again?
90 day check in Chaku..every 90 days we have to check in. Hopefully we can do it online in November ☺️
Awesome sunglasses..I like it🎉
My sassy Tom Fords! 🥰💜
Thanks for the video. Very useful for when I have to do this. Love your videos and most important positiveness 💕💕💕💕💕
You are so welcome! Thank You for such a Positive comment 💜 ☺️ 🌟
Great video! Love your vibe! The hubs and I are moving to Koh samui in 23 days. We are debating on whether to try and do our retirement visas ourselves or hire an agent. We’re hearing two sides to the story and I feel like it’s something we should try on our own first what’s your two cents on that? Agent no agent?
Thanks so much! You know, it's honestly a personal choice with everyone as we have found out. But to make life easier, I would say Agent. Especially for your first initial Visa. It's the most tricky to do in our opinion. Happy Travels to The Land of Smiles 🤗 🫶
@@ThirdThaisaCharm thank you! 🙏🏼
Do you ever plan trips out of the country to avoid the 90 day requirement? If you’re going to go somewhere, why not plan it (if possible) to avoid going right after you got your 90 day permit.
We actually do not. It's normally not such a big deal as you do them online after your first initial one after a move. We have 2 dogs which complicates just dropping everything and jumping on a plane..but it's most absolutely an option for people if they don't want to fill out the form.
Great video. Thank you!
Thanks so much Lisa! 🌟🌸🤗
Excellent coverage -thank you for doing a walk thru to immigration. Love the music in all your content. You make it look so friendly and chill. Right up my alley-thank you both, I enjoy following you on your journeys in Bangkok/Thailand🙏🏻❤️
Super informative info and well done to you both for sharing your immigration experience Lots of love to you both ❤❤❤❤🎉😊 best Thai vloggers on UA-cam 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much! We enjoy making these videos for everyone to enjoy~~ 🌈🦋❣️
Thank You Neal! 🥰 ❣️
Thanks for sharing your 90 day renewal experience... love the smiles and Claudia Deville sunnies :)
You are so welcome! Thank You for watching and the nice compliment 🕶️ 😁
Hi you two! Informative and useful.
Hey Girl!!! Hope you having a fabulous time 🌟☀️🌴🤗
great video. Curious I was watching one of Chris Parker's videos and there is now a 5 year retirement visa with multiple exit and entries. Does that visa not work for you? Thanks again for the education.
Thanks Gary! Yes, we watched Chris’s video too! We were tempted, but we also know how things change here so often in Thailand and we didn’t want to get that one only to possibly have them discontinue it after a five years and then have to go through reapplying for our Retirement Visa we have now. But it’s a great option for sure! 👍 😃
@@ThirdThaisaCharm Oh ok. Thanks for the advice.
Another great vlog! Thank you for the info and the smiles! Yall are a 'Ray' of sunshine!❤
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Thanks for a beautiful ride! You guys are great!
Thank You so much for watching 💖🤗🙏🏼
Nice place to ride a bike/scooter or walk. Watch those yellow flags.🇻🇦They flap your face in no time! Ha.ha.
Dan!!! It was such a beautiful place to ride our bikes 😀🕶️🚲🌈 That flag tho 🤭😂
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Hi Ms Tracy I am one of your subscribers. I love all your videos ❤. You’re in Bangkok already! Who or what moving company did you use to all your things move from HuaHin to Bangkok. Can you share to us the contact because we are thinking moving to Bangkok also😍🙏🏼. Have a safe weekend and More beautiful videos to come❤❤❤
Hello 🦋 Thanks so much for watching 🙏🏼 We used our mover Dee and you can reach her on WhatsApp 66867670061 and her ID there is maxdeepbkk She’s such a sweet lady 🩵💫🤗
@@ThirdThaisaCharm Thank you so much appreciate it ❤️❤️❤️
What a wonderful place to ride and got to love you guys helmets 😊 super video once again ❤️
Thanks Neal! It was such a beautiful place and soooo relaxing out there! ✨🦋
As always, enjoy your vlogs so much! I always look forward to them! Thank you!❤
You are so welcome! We Thank You for watching!! ❣️🌸🤗
Loved this!! On my list when I retire there!! Yall look great and I love to see how you make people smile wherever you go!❤
Thank you so much!! We LOVED it out there! We will most definitely be going back again 💜
You guys are always having fun. We return in Oct. Hoping to see Pattaya, Jomtien, Koh Samui and back to my favorite town Hua Hin. Take care maybe see you in Bangkok.
Sounds great! You have a good line up ready and waiting in the wings 🦋🫶🌈 We Love our lives here so much..it's been good to us!!
Glad to see both of you are enjoying living in Bangkok,My wife and I will be coming in February to plan on living perm in April or May in 2025. We both love our bikes but I am sure that it would not be cost effective to bring them. We really like the cruiser type ,Electra Townie brand. Where did you pick your bikes ? in Hua Hin or Bangkok? Are they priced comparable between the two cities or should we get them in Bangkok? I am leaning towards Hua Hin in finding a place to rent but I know you guys really like the vibrancy of the city. Just wondering also enjoy your channel so much. Thanks, Larry in FRlorida
Thank You! We had those same bikes in the states and Loved them!! But you will find good bikes here and we did buy these in Bangkok, but had other fun ones in Hua Hin. You will pay the same in either place we found. There is a Great bike shop in Hua Hin that is run by 2 brothers and they are cool and very fair on their prices for great quality!! See You Here! ✨🌟✨
I love the view from your balcony Tracy and Ray so lucky to live in a nice apartment in Bangkok also been waiting to see you guys going to the green lung so lovely 🌺🌲🌳🌴🦜🐦🦮🐕🦺🚲 really enjoyed this video i hope Fiona and little Mango are well ❤
Joel! We did this one for YOU!! So happy you enjoyed it~~~ ☺️ Fiona and Mango are doing Great and we Loved The Green Lung VERY Much! Thank You for the recommendation 🙏🏽💜 So glad you enjoyed the video!!
@@ThirdThaisaCharm thank you so much guys glad you enjoyed it take care Tracy and Ray glad your Fiona and Mango are well looking forward to many more adventures you guys are doing 😄 only best wishes sincerely Joel 💞🙏
Who would have believed this place existed in Bangkok, not me. Love the bit at the end with the flag 😊
Haha!! It was a funny moment 🤭 Chris, that place is SO peaceful and relaxing!! Its just an oasis sitting here in Bangkok 🌸🦋🌈🥰
@@ThirdThaisaCharmYes Tracy it looks great there.
Looks like you had nice day out
We did indeed!! 🤗💜
Love your video, love your music.
Thank you so much Dee Dee ❣️☺️
Great video. You two always put a smile on my face. thank you
You are so kind ☺️❤️ That's why we make them 🤗🤭🫶 xx
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Thank You so much for watching 🙏🏼♥️
My husband and I are planning to move Hua Hin. We do have a dog, a Doberman. She is very friendly but scares from stray dogs. Do you think taking her out would be an issue? Have you seen any dog fights or anything like that?
I’d suggest moving to a gated community if possible, or a private Soi with no stray dogs. It’s always a scary situation if you live around a Soi with stray dogs as they do tend to fight and they will absolutely come after you. Be careful 🙏🏼
Love your outfit ❤️
Awe 🥹 Thank You 🙏🏼 ♥️
Good to see you two. This is Lobsang
Lobsang!! Oh MY Goodness!!! What a Long time it's been since we have seen you dear friend 🙏🏽 This message was Such a GOOD Surprise 🤭 We are so happy to hear from you! We hope you are well and the family is doing good. Your little girl must be a young woman now...We absolutely treasure our memories of time spent in your presence. 🥹☺️💜🙏🏽
Thank you. Those hats and sun screen so important. What a great price.. can do anything in Thailand without breaking the bank per say - so nice. Love the videos 🙏
@@briansouza8528 So true!! That’s another reason we love living here so much. It’s home now for us 🪷💖✨🦋🙏🏼
Some Beautiful Thanka I notice in the bed room. there should be a silk drop screen on the face of thanka. Make sure those screens are drop cover the thanka When "magic happens" in the bed. he he!
My kind of video- what a treat to sit with a monk and learn about his background. Thank you🙏🏻 My senior dog passed on Tuesday-my mightiest of companions and now my sojourn to Thailand begins - thank you for sharing the profound beauty of it and this wonderful soul. 🙏🏻❤️
I'm sorry for your loss of your beloved companion~~It truly is one of the hardest good byes I feel. 🥹 I know he must have had the Best life ever with you and now you have all of those wonderful memories to carry with you 🙏🏽🌈
@@ThirdThaisaCharm thank you for your kind words. I agree, the hardest goodbye, and yes, the memories all within me. Headed to Thailand as soon as the house sells now. You are inspiring me, thank you for the wonderful content you create 🙏
What a wonderful man, he exudes happiness and calmness. I liked his attitude about not worrying about things you can't control. With everything going on in the world it's easy to get stressed out but if you can remember this mantra I'm sure it will help.
We truly have learned a lot while being in Chaku's presence over the many years we have known him. He does bring such a calm energy and positivity wherever he goes. A very special Monk most definitely 🙏🏽✨☺️
Hi - I enjoyed your videos when you were in Hua HIn, and I hope it all goes well for you in Bangkok! Question - what soI was your house on and do you know if it’s been re-rented already? Thank you!
Hi! Thank You so much for watching our videos~~🌟💜 Our house was rented to the first person that it was shown to before we moved out. So yes, it was rented. But just to let you know...there are SO many houses available in Hua Hin that would be on a quieter Soi for you to live. You won't have any problem finding the perfect home ☺️❣️
@@ThirdThaisaCharm That’s great that it was rented so quickly - you guys did such a nice job painting and with your decor! And if you don’t mind, can you share what soI it was on, and if I could pick your brain for a minute, what areas (sois) would you recommend for a dog friendly house close to town in Hua HIn? By the way, when we were visiting Hua Hin recently, I went out to Arena Hua Hin a couple of times to play pickleball; very nice group of folks out there.Thanks again!