Some Advice After TWO YEARS of Living in Pattaya, Thailand

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 146

  • @barryoneill-ec9zz
    @barryoneill-ec9zz 2 місяці тому +12

    This is the best advise ive heard from a youtuber, arrived here to Pattaya 4 months ago, hit a gym right away, got into a routine also, I walk everyday at least for an hour also, Im a non drinker non smoker,
    Im staying well away from negative people, youve got to except Thailand for what it is, its a different world.
    Im also impressed with Thai people.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Thai people (in general) are kind, welcoming and hard working. Thank you for the kind words too. I’ve been a little relaxed on my routines as I’m still adjusting to domestic life and finding the balance between us time and me time.

    • @Rexx1356
      @Rexx1356 2 місяці тому +3

      Same here, moving from US to Pattaya in February to retire. Not much of a drinker & don’t smoke. Met an amazing Thai to spend my time with so that will save me money from mongering. Fitness Instructor, so gym, walking, golf & tennis will be my focus. Planning to teach English online and hope to make this my life for the remainder of my time on this planet.

    • @barryoneill-ec9zz
      @barryoneill-ec9zz 2 місяці тому +1

      @Rexx1356 It's a great place, everything you need is here, and it's cheap.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      @ sounds like a great plan!

  • @robofthenorthadjacent2269
    @robofthenorthadjacent2269 2 місяці тому +6

    Good to see someone living their best life!. I appreciate that you don't shy away from your D&D playing. I have been planning my escape and was a little worried about how I would fill my day. Being able to get back into TTRPGs sounds like an extra slice of paradise. Seeing that there are other nerds in Pattaya really took one worry of my mind. I watch a lot of vloggers and no one else has ever mentioned it. Thanks!

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      I’m really happy to hear that. I’ve had at least a dozen viewers over the years say they play. I know of 3 different play groups in the city right now. That said, we are a very small minority here.
      I’m definitely the public face of D&D in town. A couple of times people have asked about playing in an expat forum and other people point them in my direction.
      I mention playing a lot because I want to help build the gaming community out here. I met a viewer this week who is a huge board gamer and has a past with TTRPG. He might be moving here in the next year or two.
      One of my friends here is tired of D&D but will run or play nearly any other system. He prints his own books and has a 3D printer.

    • @robofthenorthadjacent2269
      @robofthenorthadjacent2269 2 місяці тому +1

      @peteonretreat2023 That sounds great. If all goes to plan, I will be asking you for leads to find a game in about 9 months or so. I think as more people our age start retiring, the number of nerds will rise. Thanks again for all the advice and inspiration.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      @@robofthenorthadjacent2269 my pleasure. 🙏🏼

  • @rickbold9337
    @rickbold9337 2 місяці тому +8

    Finally an upbeat realistic vlogger.. I agree with everything you talked about

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      I think those are two important views to maintain. Positivity and being real about life and expectations.

    • @RawDogTV
      @RawDogTV Місяць тому

      There’s many out there if you look

  • @davewave36
    @davewave36 2 місяці тому +7

    My God! has it been two years already? Damn, it feels like I was watching your first vid's not that long ago. Happy to see how well you're doing. All the best.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +2

      It sure doesn’t feel like 2 years already. Time is going faster and faster every month.

  • @zero24111
    @zero24111 11 днів тому +1

    Great advice, thanks for the video..I have been to Pattaya twice and know exactly what you mean!

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  10 днів тому

      It’s common sense to some but common sense unfortunately isn’t common. It’s also easy to get lost when emotions are involved.

  • @davidbuhlmann9815
    @davidbuhlmann9815 7 днів тому +1

    Great video Peter, thanks...

  • @geoffreyholliday1971
    @geoffreyholliday1971 26 днів тому +1

    Thanks Pete that was very informative !

  • @AutoErotic
    @AutoErotic 2 місяці тому +4

    Great advice and great attitude. Thanks bro!

  • @NickedOff
    @NickedOff 2 місяці тому +4

    Great advice Pete! I'm 17 days away from checking it out for myself! See ya soon buddy!

  • @kiwifella_traveling
    @kiwifella_traveling 21 день тому +1

    Hi mate new sub here, Glad I found your channel .100% honest reviews agree with all of them. love your outlook on life . Been to Thailand more than 30 times since 2012 and on the count down to move there.1 year 6 months lol. Hobbies and been busy is big 1 for me, Seen so many westerners sitting in bars every day drinking ( i like a beer and cool that they have western mates to talk to) . But I see a lot problems with it health, money, negative people..

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  21 день тому

      Hey there! Welcome to the channel and thanks for commenting 🙏🏼
      Yes, it’s easy to fall into bad routines out here. Luckily, I’ve never been much of a drinker.

  • @michis.2729
    @michis.2729 7 днів тому +1

    I love real talk🤗

  • @christopherraley781
    @christopherraley781 17 днів тому +1

    Thanks for information Also,

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  16 днів тому

      You’re welcome and thank you for commenting 🙏🏼

  • @christopherraley781
    @christopherraley781 17 днів тому +1

    Agree w/ avoid NEGATIVE people ,places, and things
    Also visited 10 times in Thailand, always visit Pattaya

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  16 днів тому

      This city has a lot more to offer than many give it credit for.

  • @foxmulder4560
    @foxmulder4560 2 місяці тому +1

    I got a DTV a few months ago, it was painless and I did it myself online while at home (Australia) I applied for that as It gave me a bigger window if I plan to stay longer than usual. Your video is refreshing, I been looking at condos in Thailand videos and your popped into my feed, I am glad it did, will check out your other videos . Thank you..

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      @@foxmulder4560 I’m pretty proud of my body of work so far. Lots of variety in style, info and some entertainment. Thanks for commenting and welcome to the channel!
      Oh, and the XFiles screen name rocks!

  • @ubiquitousdiabolus
    @ubiquitousdiabolus 2 місяці тому +7

    Rule number 1: Don't get a girlfriend there. Number 2: Find something else to do besides drink.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      Ignoring rule number one has worked for many but I definitely agree with rule number two.

    • @robbatayaki5505
      @robbatayaki5505 10 днів тому

      Exercise takes my full mornings and I stopped drinking 2 years ago right after watching the Huberman video, to preserve my girl chasing capacity in Bkk and Pattaya ... In Pattaya, I walk everymorning from Wongamat to Central Pattaya. Yes be careful of sugar and cooking oils in Thailand, but do eat good fat (nuts, avocado, salmon ...)

  • @richardperritti5916
    @richardperritti5916 2 місяці тому +2

    Great video. Good advise for people moving to Pattaya.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you. The channel is becoming more about helping people decide of this life is for them and giving them the tools to succeed.

  • @ja8304
    @ja8304 29 днів тому +1

    Great all round advice

  • @VJEsper
    @VJEsper 2 місяці тому +1

    Thinking about moving there. I appreciate all the great advice !

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      My pleasure. I’m happy to answer questions of you have them.

  • @derekbrown7892
    @derekbrown7892 2 місяці тому +3

    spend a few hours each day learning the Thai language.and a long walk most mornings before gets hot.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Time well invested for sure. I need to get back into my Thai studies.

    • @robbatayaki5505
      @robbatayaki5505 10 днів тому

      @@peteonretreat2023everyday, 20 mn youtube "learn thai with new"

  • @queencoins9913
    @queencoins9913 5 днів тому +1

    Thx great video

  • @jimmccann3856
    @jimmccann3856 2 місяці тому +2

    A healthy routine: Yes! Including a cost effective way to get your pickle polished outside of the the glitzy clip scene downtown. Every single Thai town of any size has local brothels at a fraction of the cost. After two years, what have you discovered?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      I’ve discovered a wonderful girlfriend 555 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @jimmccann3856
      @jimmccann3856 2 місяці тому

      @@peteonretreat2023 Bob Guccione advises against that sort of thing: "If it floats, flies, or fornicates, Rent do not Buy, You will save money in the long run!"

  • @nncadi1
    @nncadi1 2 місяці тому +1

    Totally agree about your assessment of people constantly complaining.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +2

      It’s maddening at times. I forgot to include complaining about how much better Pattaya used to be and how much fatter the woman are now.

  • @charlessadrin6965
    @charlessadrin6965 2 місяці тому +1

    It’s been almost two years since I was in Thailand,finally moving there this month. I would imagine you are always looking for a new idea for youtube. Have you considered a video explaining Thai street addresses? Definitely something that most expats will have to grasp fairly quickly 😎

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      I have thought about it and I’ve tried to explain it to a couple people. Making a video about Lazada has been on my list for awhile and the wonky address systems was in my outline for that but… it sounds like an easy to bang out video so I’ll add it to my list.

  • @MurrayWards
    @MurrayWards 2 місяці тому +6

    Good sound practicle advise for expats.
    I've been living in Pattaya 8+ years. I don't go to bars in the daytime, where expats hang out, so I haven't really experienced much of the moaning disgruntled type of expats.
    I find it seriously amazing, the desperate guys who come here, purely to find a Thai wife.. Then they complain about getting ripped off..

  • @danielthomas-x1j
    @danielthomas-x1j 12 днів тому +1

    Excellent advice Pete IF you get caught up into the sex/drugs/bad food scene, it can go south for you quick!! Same like Las Vegas, they don't call it (Sin City) for nothing!!!!

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  12 днів тому

      Some folks aren’t tempted and some are too tempted. I lean towards the prior (luckily! Lol)

  • @ParTravels
    @ParTravels 2 місяці тому +2

    Love you super happy positive vibe. Now you are living.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Thank you 🙏🏼
      I don’t know why so many choose to be miserable.

  • @Grimreapervlogs
    @Grimreapervlogs 2 місяці тому +2

    Great advice brother

  • @greythebrown6493
    @greythebrown6493 2 місяці тому +1

    Cograts on making it 2 years. I think 1 year is a great effort considering i lasted only 9 months

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Oh my! What happened??

    • @greythebrown6493
      @greythebrown6493 2 місяці тому +1

      @peteonretreat2023 almost killed myself overloading on girls. A move to bang saray sorted me out though

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +2

      @@greythebrown6493 sounds like the right decision. Glad you’re sorted out now 👍🏼

  • @diamondwolfpack6
    @diamondwolfpack6 16 днів тому +1

    How early should I buy a plane ticket going from Louisiana to Thailand

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  16 днів тому

      in my experience, the earlier the better for low fares but I think the general guideline is 60 to 90 days ahead is best.

  • @tiaraakrissti3651
    @tiaraakrissti3651 Місяць тому +1

    what's a more calm healthy area of Southern thailand to live? healthy walkable village area? its sad to see how partying is consuming all the beautiful natural spaces in the world.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому

      Unfortunately I have no idea. I haven’t been south of Trat and I’ve only spent a little time on n a couple of the islands down there.
      The main issue I hear about village walking are the soi dogs. They’ve really become a problem in most areas the last few years.

  • @JasonGieser
    @JasonGieser 2 місяці тому +1

    I curious what it would be like to live there having to use a wheelchair all the time. I’m paralyzed but very active and am totally independent with the exception of going up steps or whatever. If you know of any areas they would be good to live that would be very helpful.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      I really want to look into this more. I see people who n various wheel chairs all around town so I imagine it’s manageable but I also know how bad a lot of the pedestrian areas sn be here. I’ve got to reach out in some of the expat groups and ask around.

  • @CoreyZinberg
    @CoreyZinberg Місяць тому +1

    Any recommendations for insurance?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому +2

      not yet but stay tuned. I am still on Safety Wing travel insurance. I have been looking into different companies but I'm going to talk to a broker in January. Too many options for me to navigate.

  • @charliefarley9658
    @charliefarley9658 2 місяці тому +3

    Interesting place to visit for some holiday fun but anyone who retires to Pattaya needs their head examined.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Doc said my head looks good 🤷🏻‍♂️
      Honestly, I didn’t think I’d stay here more than 6 months but know I’m a founder in an amazing charity and I’m here improving the lives of hundreds of people.
      Trust me, you can have a safe, happy and healthy life here and not partake in all the craziness and sin.

    • @charliefarley9658
      @charliefarley9658 2 місяці тому +2

      @@peteonretreat2023 But why Pattaya, there are lots of other places in Thailand.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      @ I did a whole video on why I started here. ua-cam.com/video/0ayqzffNlio/v-deo.html
      I plan on doing a video about why I’m still here but it’s mostly because of my friends and our charity foundation. My girlfriend and I talked about living away but we want to continue building the foundation we’re happy here.

    • @charliefarley9658
      @charliefarley9658 2 місяці тому +1

      @peteonretreat2023
      That's great, wishing much success and happiness 😊

    • @greythebrown6493
      @greythebrown6493 2 місяці тому

      So everyone who doesn't have the same mindset as you is a mental case hey. What a stupid way to think

  • @eurotrash2915
    @eurotrash2915 2 місяці тому +1

    New sub here, I think, but a lot of people mysteriously lacking it, common sense and open eyed is the mantra. You do need to start with good habits so they stay incorporated, the danger hides in personalities that lack good self-confidence and discipline, as a favorite author, Jocko Willink states: discipline equals freedom, if you lack it you'll get lost.....down the drain, so treat your path carefully, disciplined and eyes wide open, care less about what other people say or do and enjoy that much aspired freedom of choice 😊

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for the sub 🙏🏼
      I think it’s easier to make lasting changes when everything in your life is changing. Moving is a great opportunity to develop positive habits.

    • @eurotrash2915
      @eurotrash2915 2 місяці тому

      @peteonretreat2023 I agree, to a degree, the hardest part is letting go of the past and negativity associated with it, that's where the new habits need to become a focus so indeed, the positive greatly overshadows the negativity and youvare right to say that you need to surround yourself with positive people, and/or environment 👍

  • @PS-gm7vg
    @PS-gm7vg 2 місяці тому +1

    Well said...good info for sure.....What insurance do u suggest for people here who have been here awhile....? Nice to see a video........I will say one thing...Your videos come with respect for the culture, and respect for the viewer whomever it is....That cannot be said for everyone......Are there any positive people on Pattaya? Maybe make a voideo on that? That wouldbe worth watching....I have alot of people here in my village that seem positive in Buriram, but how would i really know? How can we know when people are being positive in Thailand....? Most people who move here as expats are crazy, or senile, or old, or looking to cause demise.......maybe they have affliction? can u investigate that?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Since, we talked directly about insurance, I’ll just say here for anyone else that I’m still on travel insurance and that’s not a good thing. I really need to sign up.
      Respect means a lot to me. I give it to everyone and everything until I’m shown a reason not to. Even at that point, I’m more likely to avoid or ignore something than show disrespect to it.
      I believe I know some positive people here. Most of the members in our foundation are pretty positive. They’ve mostly come here for a better life and are very appreciative of what they have. They’re so thankful it drives them to give back and spread love.
      I’ll start drafting some ideas about a video just on attitudes. If I can get at least 8 minutes out of it, I’ll do it. It might morph into something else too, that happens a lot. Take care 🙏🏼

  • @oceanearth2243
    @oceanearth2243 2 місяці тому +2

    Health insurance companies won’t cover motorcycle accidents unless you have a Thai drivers license for a motorcycle. Critical detail

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      I’m adding that to my lists. Very good and important point. Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @tufif
    @tufif 2 місяці тому +1

    Can you still sign up for classes on a retirement visa?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Absolutely! On a retirement visa you are technically not allowed to work or volunteer but going to school isn’t barred.

  • @barryoneill-ec9zz
    @barryoneill-ec9zz 2 місяці тому +2

    Can you recommend a good Tennis club, Somewhere Expats play,? Thanks

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +2

      The only one I’m aware of is connected to the Royal Cliff Hotel. It’s a separate business and people seem to play they regularly but that’s all I know unfortunately.

  • @neripinch8240
    @neripinch8240 2 місяці тому +1

    A better quality of life, by far.

  • @ericpeterson9090
    @ericpeterson9090 2 місяці тому +1

    Before moving I need to meet you
    I am looking forward to d&d

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      I’m always happy to meet viewers when I can. I met a couple just this week.

  • @greg13816
    @greg13816 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi Pete, do you ride a motorbike in Pattaya

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +2

      I do not. I’ll ride them on the islands but that’s about it. It’s been on my video topic list for awhile. For me, it’s just personally not worth the risk. Bolt cars are cheap, we own a car and I’m not in that big a hurry. It’s just a risk too easy for me to avoid.

  • @queencoins9913
    @queencoins9913 5 днів тому +1

    Im hire cook got cancer not eating the street foods.......

  • @sebbster8703
    @sebbster8703 2 місяці тому +2

    Another vlog flogged by thousands of youtubers, but has common sense and well presented.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Thank you. I think it started with just one or two things I wanted to
      Share but then I kept adding to the list over the last few months.

    • @Michael-f4d8g
      @Michael-f4d8g 2 місяці тому +1

      I plan on hitting my pool at my hotel
      And local pools
      I plan on eating out lots too. Try different food groups my 45 nights tourist stay I hope to do when I get back over to Thailand in Jan if I get my new passport ok in mail

    • @Michael-f4d8g
      @Michael-f4d8g 2 місяці тому +1

      I do not party much like my navy days . I just plan on renew my visit from my navy days.
      I plan on donating to school for blind where my navy ship docked in 80s..
      My crew painted the full school to help community
      Out . I want to take lots pictures.
      My question brother I get all my medical care at us govt VA hospitals so if I have accident I am covered I think but I still plan to have travel insurance policy to help that very smart to have right

    • @Michael-f4d8g
      @Michael-f4d8g 2 місяці тому

      I was told by my Massillon police officer it's gonna take 6 weeks to get my new us passport book in mail

    • @Michael-f4d8g
      @Michael-f4d8g 2 місяці тому

      I hope to make new expat friends and thai friends I hope my return visit to my favorite Asia nation in navy days

  • @derekwatson7037
    @derekwatson7037 Місяць тому +1

    Sounds like you`re negative about negative people. Try to be positive dude.

  • @queencoins9913
    @queencoins9913 5 днів тому +1

    Moving there pattaya lord trying leave those bad habits in America coming out there see monk got cancer

  • @rvajna
    @rvajna 2 місяці тому +1

    Stay away from alcohol and women. Eat well and exercise.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому +1

      Exactly. See how I stretched that out into a whole video? Lol

  • @AndrewCarter-e8h
    @AndrewCarter-e8h Місяць тому

    If you move to Thailand don't move to Pattaya if you are a single dude. Way too much temptation to live a non-degen and productive life there. Go there for a few days and then have another town that is more wholesome as a base.

    • @ma3stro681
      @ma3stro681 Місяць тому

      Exactly. Only alcoholic mongers live there …

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому +1

      I’d say my life has proved otherwise. I had no intention to do charity work and now I’m the VP of a nonprofit foundation. That only happened because I live in Pattaya.
      I’d say don’t move here if you find degenerative lifestyle tempting or you can’t control your temptations. Neither of those apply to the majority of people I know living here.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому

      @@ma3stro681 That's not true and you must've not watched many of my videos. Most of my friends here don't drink and are in committed relationships. There's a lot more to this city that what you think of it.

  • @Sheeeerkhan
    @Sheeeerkhan 2 місяці тому +1

    Klicking the like button...then starting to watch 😊 cheers

  • @dfilion3
    @dfilion3 Місяць тому

    I find the complainers full of good advices. I think those always positive are the one telling me that this is the "land of smiles". Really! Sure about this? From what horrible place could you possible come from that is worst than the Bangkok smile?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому

      If this country is so horrible, why would you want to stay? That’s basically my point.

    • @dfilion3
      @dfilion3 Місяць тому

      @@peteonretreat2023 Nothing is all good or all bad. Giving a fair assessment is best. There are eternal complainers but I suspect that those that give proper assessments are labeled as complainers.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому

      @ possibly but I’m speaking of people that complain about everything. Folks apparently devoid of happiness.

    • @dfilion3
      @dfilion3 Місяць тому +1

      @@peteonretreat2023 I understand now, I just can't relate as I don't have anybody like this in my life. Cheers.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  Місяць тому

      @ cheers and happy new year

  • @chinesecrested9528
    @chinesecrested9528 2 місяці тому +2

    Great advice. In short, dont be an idiot.

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      Exactly! I’m loving seeing all of these very quick summaries of my 15 minute video 😆

  • @johnmycroft3065
    @johnmycroft3065 2 місяці тому +1

    Even keeled .

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      While calm waters don’t make the best sailors, I still prefer to avoid stormy seas.

  • @surlyman7970
    @surlyman7970 2 місяці тому +1

    Grumpy Farangs?

  • @marcom2248
    @marcom2248 2 місяці тому +1

    Why do you say Pateeyah? Isn't it Pattaya?

    • @peteonretreat2023
      @peteonretreat2023  2 місяці тому

      The pronunciation varies a lot, even among Thais but you are correct. It’s more of an A sound than an E sound. Vowel sounds in Thailand can be weird and are often misheard.

    • @MickeSuspicious
      @MickeSuspicious 2 місяці тому +1

      Regardless, emphasize the last 'a' :)