Why These Couples Retired In Thailand

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  • Опубліковано 20 лют 2022
  • In this video we talk to Kei, Charles, Nicole and Mike about why they made the decision to retire in Thailand. Listen to them as they explain their reasoning for choosing Thailand.
    Thank you for watching. Follow us on Instagram at snow.gift and email us at joegreenwtf@gmail.com.
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  • @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774
    @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774  2 роки тому +41

    During this interview I misspoke and said tropical island. What I meant to say was tropical climate. Lol 😂
    Link to Journey’s with M&N
    ua-cam.com/channels/-Xmk6-rw16qqNFLMZg2w1g.html
    Link to Life After Kids with Kei Williams
    ua-cam.com/users/LifeAfterKidswithKeiWilliams

    • @Wanna.Wander
      @Wanna.Wander 2 роки тому +1

      🌴🥥💜💜💜

    • @rickbold9337
      @rickbold9337 2 роки тому

      It’s all good Joe!

    • @johnobrien4029
      @johnobrien4029 2 роки тому +2

      Excellent video & couples ! Very happy to watch & see ! So much useful information! Many thanks

    • @jiraarin1744
      @jiraarin1744 2 роки тому

      subscribed ^^ and welcome to Thailand hope you guys starting to like spicy food too :)

  • @elmoelbow
    @elmoelbow 2 роки тому +111

    Joe … you are my hero … as a Black man, I have only had two negative incidents in all the years of traveling to Thailand, and both were White men who imported their racism and prejudice with them. One man was from England and the other, … who I ended up punching his lights out for calling me the N word, … was German. Thai people are most excepting, with few exceptions. I recommend, whether you are Black, White or Brown … leave your racist, prejudice predispositions in the country you are leaving.
    My only fear … is driving …

    • @acewongsawad6910
      @acewongsawad6910 2 роки тому +2

      You are right about the driving or even being on the road in TH in some places. It's outright scary!

    • @travelingman9763
      @travelingman9763 2 роки тому

      Right!

    • @janaynmelis5250
      @janaynmelis5250 2 роки тому +6

      I agree with you. The only racism i faced on Thailand were from white expats. However, i did deal with colorism.

    • @markmorgan8763
      @markmorgan8763 2 роки тому +4

      You're absolutely right bruh... Im African American and German and of light complexity however as you might think I've gotten called racial names depicting latin people,or even one time"sand n#### " in Europe before I spoke and educated the idiots who ran anyway once I approached them ! Look bruh we've seen and been through it but Thailand among other places I've been is one of the most understanding and pleasant places to be and live. Joe and Gift know this and I'm certainly glad they throw a little life expectancy and experience for many ethnicities going there in their videos so as to show others the real Thai people and culture ! Definitely a class act !

    • @thekeith-donovanexperience
      @thekeith-donovanexperience 2 роки тому +1

      Went right before lockdowns and it was transformative for me.

  • @chijavier1869
    @chijavier1869 2 роки тому +66

    You can just tell this couple have a great enjoyable relaxing retirement May they go on with a blessed life.

  • @dhgemein2
    @dhgemein2 2 роки тому +31

    "He can go, but they can't take him." Those are words of golden wisdom, ma'am.

  • @malikahonthemove
    @malikahonthemove 2 роки тому +39

    I can second everything they say that brought them here! I arrived almost 2 weeks ago and have been in Bangkok for a few days trying to get settled into a condo. I am also retired and am here solo . I'm looking forward to experiencing this wonderful country, its culture and people! I am a Vet as well and the VA will reimburse for treatment related to service connected conditions through the Foreign Medical program. I hope to meet all of you guys one day!

    • @yaikimboonthae1224
      @yaikimboonthae1224 2 роки тому

      I live in California and I own a condo in Bangkok Sukumvit 50 $250 per month

    • @yaikimboonthae1224
      @yaikimboonthae1224 Рік тому

      Anyone need place to stay DM me 🙏🏼😇

  • @nigiastephens6984
    @nigiastephens6984 2 роки тому +18

    I’m an Afro American woman, NYC born and raised. I’ve been exploring UA-cam for ideas where to go when I retire. I like Mexico and Thailand so far, but mostly I see videos of white guys of all ages traveling alone and not much else. I’ve joined maybe 5 solid channels of women alone that are not traveling just for fun, or Black American couples, or Black American women. Thank you for this both couples were very helpful.

    • @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774
      @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774  2 роки тому

      Our pleasure 🙏

    • @youtubeuserzzzz
      @youtubeuserzzzz 2 роки тому +2

      Hi, check out the Yarbos. They are a very friendly Afro-American couple with great travel exposure and live video. Also check out Stephanie Perry. She is Afro-American and also very savvy with travel info. She also goes live. So you can ask many questions.
      I definitely know I'm retiring outside the US. I'll only miss my kinfolk circle in the US. Nothing else. Can't wait!

    • @hongkonghottie
      @hongkonghottie 2 роки тому +1

      check out The Black experience Japan

    • @KeiWilliams
      @KeiWilliams 2 роки тому +2

      Come on to Thailand Nigia, you won't be disappointed🥰

  • @comaca
    @comaca 2 роки тому +32

    What a lovely couple. And many thanks to you Joe for helping these great people.

  • @pennysalterations8085
    @pennysalterations8085 2 роки тому +15

    Great interviews, I admire these couples. We got 14 months and counting 😇

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee 2 роки тому +10

    Keisha and Charles I WANT TO THANK YOU BOTH OF YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR YOUR TRUST AND KINDEST WORDS FOR US. 🙏🙏 And Joe, for your never ending support on my beloved country. 🇹🇭🇹🇭

    • @KeiWilliams
      @KeiWilliams 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much Jo🥰

  • @JohnLadda
    @JohnLadda 2 роки тому +15

    Great video. Seeing retired couples taking the step to exploring and being brave to try other things makes me happy. Lovely couples. 🙏

  • @comaca
    @comaca 2 роки тому +34

    What a lovely couple. First, thank you for your service. Next is seeing couples that years ahead of us working out their dreams, which also include travels. Looking forward to more! Great job Joe and Gift!

  • @freelancetravels
    @freelancetravels 2 роки тому +30

    This was great. I always enjoy the retired military perspective on healthcare experiences. We've just come for a quick visit to our house in Issan and will be here permanently in a few years. We'd love to meet everyone on a future trip. Cheers, guys.

  • @luancollisson5582
    @luancollisson5582 2 роки тому +7

    I think how candid you are in your interview; talking about the positive things as well as topics such as potential racism, “friendly ladies” etc. Make the discussions more real and helpful.

  • @pragobtunprasert4758
    @pragobtunprasert4758 2 роки тому +3

    🙏 This is such a great video Joe. Love to see you do more of this. Loved it! Thank you 🙏

  • @jameshex1764
    @jameshex1764 2 роки тому +8

    Foreigner Joe you are an excellent interviewer. You dive immediately into asking relevant questions and getting the information!

  • @NickyDunn
    @NickyDunn 2 роки тому +1

    Love this. Kei and Charles. Nicole and Mike. Good vibes. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ralphsamedi8004
    @ralphsamedi8004 2 роки тому +3

    Joe, thank you very much for this wonderful video. You have all the right questions, great interviews. I am planning to do the same as these couples and these questions are I always to hear the answers to

  • @knop.6197
    @knop.6197 2 роки тому +8

    Thank you for your service to both of you. Great insight on retirement in Thailand and hope to see more of this type of segment.

  • @gettingslim186
    @gettingslim186 Рік тому +3

    I agree with Key on the friendliness of women here. Can't control other folks flirting with my hubby, but he's old enough to resist temptation. And if he can't, see ya!

  • @karltraveldude7817
    @karltraveldude7817 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your independent sharing with us Joe ! Hello Gift , enjoy and stay safe !

  • @chrisoutdoors
    @chrisoutdoors 2 роки тому +18

    That was really great info from the two couples. And great questions that anyone thinking of moving to Thailand would want to ask.

  • @rameyer30
    @rameyer30 2 роки тому +11

    Really enjoyed this video Joe. The perspective from two different couples is really helpful and the questions asked provided great insight. Thanks for conducting this interview.

  • @mallya9424
    @mallya9424 2 роки тому +3

    Nice interview Joe this really help us to decide to retire there even more we have already talking about it for awhile our daughter is still in college we’re waiting for her to graduate first but we are planning on going back there again for a visit probably within sometime next year thank for this great video

  • @user-iu6bv8vu8o
    @user-iu6bv8vu8o 2 роки тому +5

    Awesome! I went to Bangkok, Thailand, Phuket & Dubai & I loved them all…. You guys have given me the courage to consider the most adventurous retirement! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @pannachawangkul585
    @pannachawangkul585 2 роки тому +6

    Great indept interviews. I'm Thai by birth, but have been living in the USA for so long, and didn't know much about rules and requirements about Thailand a whole lot. Always good to learn something new every day. Thank you. 🙏

  • @williambrazis9113
    @williambrazis9113 2 роки тому +2

    Joe,
    Great Video.
    Thanks so much for all the info.
    Your questions were right on point.
    Thanks again !

  • @tangiessubtleluxuries
    @tangiessubtleluxuries Рік тому +1

    Great interview Joe! I love hearing others' opinions and experiences living in Thailand. I will definitely check out the couples channel and subscribe.

  • @blakekeane5507
    @blakekeane5507 Рік тому +2

    Joe you have a gift at interviewing. That was terrific.

  • @davidpattison5860
    @davidpattison5860 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Joe
    Great video, probably one of your best , two lovely couples enjoying life, thanks and regards Davy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @marlecmarine5393
    @marlecmarine5393 2 роки тому +8

    Very good interview, Joe asked all the right questions. interesting to see Western couples living in Thailand and here their experiences are positive.

  • @kitty4k9
    @kitty4k9 2 роки тому +5

    Great interview - very informative, relaxing, and entertaining.

  • @Koolsommie
    @Koolsommie 2 роки тому +2

    Good interview and answered a lot of questions that I had about retiring to Thailand. Thank you.

  • @PaulD-Australia
    @PaulD-Australia 2 роки тому +4

    A couple of brilliant interviews Joe. Thank you very much. 👍🙂

  • @mlrussell1
    @mlrussell1 2 роки тому +4

    New sub here. This was a first rate interview of both couples. Good to hear first hand experiences from these two couples.

  • @jamiepitts6235
    @jamiepitts6235 2 роки тому +2

    this was a very helpful video, thank you - both couples were great!

  • @markmorgan8763
    @markmorgan8763 2 роки тому +7

    Joe ... my man you definitely stepped up your game on interviewing these two couples . Obviously being from NYC I'm slightly favorable towards " Kesha and Charles but I also admire Nicole and Mike's attitude and incite on their life experience in Thailand. What immediately drew my attention was your understanding and indepth inquisition about Kesha and Charles's experience as a black (African American couple) in Thailand. That my friend was ethical,civil, and smart on your part. It definitely defined you and Gifts social state of mind and humility towards all people around the world. Hence your propensity for peace and success in a tranquil life ! Thank you and Gift for this video " I'm sure its going to be one of your best" and definitely we're ( Ta and I) looking forward to meeting you two ! Excellent video dude 😎👍🔥🙏🙏

  • @30AndAWakeUp
    @30AndAWakeUp 2 роки тому +3

    Love these interviews - thanks for sharing their stories.

  • @paulrodriguez1282
    @paulrodriguez1282 Рік тому +2

    Great video, Thanks for sharing. Love these interviews. Very honest and informative.

  • @charlesfutcher8560
    @charlesfutcher8560 2 роки тому +3

    Good video Joe, enjoyed both couples stories. Finally I’m in Koa Samui. Love it!!!

  • @craiglocke2401
    @craiglocke2401 2 роки тому +4

    Very nice easy going couple , loved the fact that they arrived on a wing and a prayer. Can’t wait to get up there in April 👍

  • @mia.m..
    @mia.m.. 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, thanks. It is our dream to retire to Thailand from the UK, so all information is gratefully received.

  • @jc6556
    @jc6556 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much Joe this has been one of the best information I have got on moving to Thailand

  • @stevenjohnson3077
    @stevenjohnson3077 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for putting this up this is answering a lot of questions that I have.

  • @chrisalexander6278
    @chrisalexander6278 2 роки тому +4

    Proud of you both wishing you the best 🙏🏾🙏🏾👊🏾💪🏾‼️

  • @countryman3428
    @countryman3428 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the video 📹 I was follow up your guy's video with my friend , no time to get sad .
    you was there too. Lovely people .

  • @uzistar7
    @uzistar7 2 роки тому +2

    joe & gift great great video nice nice couples retiring to thailand with great information joe this is super great content interview !!! thanks for another great video !!!

  • @Juan_Hernandez_Jr.
    @Juan_Hernandez_Jr. 2 роки тому +4

    Thanks for the video. It's good to hear from people who have made the transition and are happy. Three more years before I can retire. Thailand is #1 on my list.

  • @budmartin3344
    @budmartin3344 2 роки тому +4

    Great interview with great couples, good job Joe.

  • @cherylkelly8009
    @cherylkelly8009 2 роки тому +7

    Bangkok is such a fabulous city !

  • @joem5716
    @joem5716 2 роки тому +4

    joe.....this would be one of the best and informative videos i have seen. Great work. I am looking to retire there in april this year and this has been great. I hope to also catchup with you when i am there.
    cheers...joe from australia!!!!\

  • @justinmcintosh6554
    @justinmcintosh6554 Рік тому +2

    You're a great interviewer! More of these would be great. Very informative. And if the future goes the way I think it will I see a growing number migrating to places like Thailand.

  • @poppypoppy7366
    @poppypoppy7366 Рік тому +2

    Thailand is a land of SMILE .
    When Thai people smile means “ Welcome to Thailand “.

  • @paulrichard8137
    @paulrichard8137 2 роки тому +3

    Love your channel and I get a happy feeling bubbling up every time Gift dances and you play the same music at the end of the video ;-) Blessing's and keep up the good work.
    p.s. Found your channel from notimetobesad

  • @blacksheepthe2nd648
    @blacksheepthe2nd648 2 роки тому +1

    Joe, that was some interview and the editing for the beginning, first class. Like the way you conducted the interview, may I suggest (if equipment and surroundings permit) to have a camera recording you as well, then, you can edit it so there's a bit of a view of the interviewer. Overall a fantastic interview process. 👏👏👏

  • @paulcousins6538
    @paulcousins6538 2 роки тому +2

    Good evening Gift and Joe,thank you for sharing such an enlightening vid,you have a special talent of listening and empathising with your subjects,Kei and Charles made the point how big Bangkok can be and intense with heat and humidity,nice to say how real you fellow expats are! Nicole and Mike are so relaxed and are not skimping on their quality of life. Many of us get to an age and stage in life when we weigh up things and come to the conclusion,to travel,holiday home or emigrate due to the costs and pressures in the west.I really,really enjoyed this interview,thank you! and have a nice day!

  • @shazpimlott7374
    @shazpimlott7374 2 роки тому +5

    That was a great vlog Joe, great questions we too are in the process of retiring and going through the process with our elite visa, cannot wait to come back on a one way ticket to the land of smiles 🇹🇭

  • @11111goldie
    @11111goldie 2 роки тому +1

    Good interview, Joe...Keep 'em coming

  • @KV-rs6de
    @KV-rs6de 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, Joe & Gift! What another great video! Hello from BKK. Stay safe guys :)

  • @brettweary8491
    @brettweary8491 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely Awesome Video Joe and Gift

  • @wilfredho4320
    @wilfredho4320 Рік тому +2

    Great interviews. Very informative. Thanks 😊👍

  • @robertjean659
    @robertjean659 2 роки тому +4

    Great interview Joe with two nice couples. Always good to listen to other peoples stories. 🇦🇺🇦🇺👍👍

  • @acewongsawad6910
    @acewongsawad6910 2 роки тому +9

    Great job with the interviews, Joe. It’s great to hear some fresh perspectives from retired folks living in TH. It amazes me that these folks had never even been to TH before yet here they are giving it a go. I wonder though how living in TH compares to some other SE Asian countries might be from the retiree’s perspectives. Good luck Keisha and Charles and Nicole and Mike (Semper Fi). 😊

    • @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774
      @thaigirlgiftforeignerjoe7774  2 роки тому

      Thank you 🙏

    • @KeiWilliams
      @KeiWilliams 2 роки тому +2

      Thank you Ace! It was definitely a leap of faith, but that's the good thing about retirement, if it didn't work out, we would just go somewhere else🤣🤣🤣

  • @ronjon5241
    @ronjon5241 2 роки тому +1

    WELL DONE JOE: Really nice introduction to Mike and Nicole and Kei and Charles. I’ve already subbed to Kei ‘ s channel and she and Charles have some really fun content. And really appreciate what Mike had to say about retiring….” Didn’t want to work the rest of my life to pay bills “…. Amen to that and I will sub them also…ok Foreigner Joe…. Thanks for sharing and I’ll c u on the next one …..:-))

  • @georgekreigsman8795
    @georgekreigsman8795 2 роки тому +2

    Joe, Great interview with these two couples.

  • @hellaiffy5419
    @hellaiffy5419 Рік тому +2

    thank you, this was a great interview.

  • @noyesv1
    @noyesv1 2 роки тому +1

    Great questions Joe! Lovely people

  • @floraamor1230
    @floraamor1230 2 роки тому +5

    Wish I could see their condo in Thailand. Sounds amazing.

  • @larry-notthecableguy
    @larry-notthecableguy 2 роки тому +5

    So nice to have a female perspective in this Thailand retirement topic! Thx Joe!

  • @curaeus007
    @curaeus007 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video Joe. Really interesting.

  • @b.robins7305
    @b.robins7305 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you!!! Love the interviews 😊

  • @robertrudolph1167
    @robertrudolph1167 2 роки тому +6

    Joe,
    Thanks for the clip. The wife and I are looking to retire here for good in a couple of years. I’ve been coming off and on since 89’. Look forward to visit with you and your wife in the future. Retired U.S. Military currently working in Okinawa, Japan.

  • @jaylonbrownmusic
    @jaylonbrownmusic Рік тому +1

    You asked all the right questions. Thank you

  • @jimluparello2724
    @jimluparello2724 2 роки тому +1

    Really good interview enjoyed it alot.

  • @All-THAIed-Up
    @All-THAIed-Up Рік тому +1

    Don't know how I missed this video in your chain...but. I LOVE your interviews with people immigrating to Thailand and all the brilliant questions you ask them. I'm on the brink of moving to Thailand to live from Australia with my Thai fiance, and these interviews are a really great help. I'm going to have to be really ruthless and get rid of all my STUFF 555. Thanks again Joe. I plan to call by and say hello to you, Gift, Chuck and Paige and many others.

  • @poggmahon1052
    @poggmahon1052 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely Great Insight vlog...Real People and Great Questions!!!

  • @Bigsky1886
    @Bigsky1886 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your service Mike 🇺🇸

  • @teesong6801
    @teesong6801 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and questions! Subscribed!

  • @unclerob617
    @unclerob617 2 роки тому +4

    Great job Joe! I've watched your channel since before you were in Thailand and your videos just keep getting better 👍 I guess after a few thousand hours of working at anything you'll get good at it right? This was one of your best... thanks for not dancing at the end. Haha

  • @Time2getgoin
    @Time2getgoin 2 роки тому +1

    That information is great to know, from Keisha about CHAMP VA. Jai Can use that and I can Use VA and stop carrying Blue Cross/Blue Shield. That costs me about $1,300/mo retired. Nice interviews Joe. Looking forward to meeting you guys. Just waiting on Jai right now. I'm so jealous of your trips👍Liked

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee 2 роки тому +1

    The background behind the interviewees, my gosh, so beautiful!

  • @lefthandwave
    @lefthandwave 2 роки тому +1

    Great edit as always 👌🏼

  • @SanDiegoStar
    @SanDiegoStar 2 роки тому +4

    JoeThis is the useful content for thinking of retirement in Thailand. As the US citizen, I need these kinds of info to make decision. Thank you Joe.

  • @brianbaxter3913
    @brianbaxter3913 2 роки тому +3

    Interesting interviews and very nice people. I am still geared to go to the Philippines and hope to find a good place to use as a base to travel from. I still plan to go to other Asian countries and explore and learn about those countries. If I can go to the Philippines the way I want to go it will be cheaper and won't have to put out a large amount of my savings that most retirement visa's require. But never say never cause anything can happen to make you want to change your mind. BTW Joe I tried your New York Onion recipe and put the onions in a wrap with some thin cut steak and cheese and it was awesome. Thanks so much for sharing that recipe. I don't usually have ketchup but just happened to have some packets here from take out food. I usually use Heinz chili sauce so I think I will try that next time I make those onions

  • @natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269
    @natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269 2 роки тому +2

    This was a fantastic video!😁👍🏽🇹🇭🌴

  • @NewarkDevil66
    @NewarkDevil66 Рік тому +4

    Seem like nice people. Been there twice. I love Thailand.

  • @Inchinahill
    @Inchinahill 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent interview. Thanks.

  • @debraroach9376
    @debraroach9376 2 роки тому +2

    Loved the interview!

  • @twlivinginudonthanithailand
    @twlivinginudonthanithailand 2 роки тому +4

    Really good interview, Joe. Great questions.

  • @user-tz6xf9mz4w
    @user-tz6xf9mz4w 5 місяців тому +2

    Great show guy's!

  • @Bigsky1886
    @Bigsky1886 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for your service 🇺🇸 God Bless y’all!

  • @Robertmacmedia
    @Robertmacmedia Рік тому +1

    Great to hear there story wish them the best

  • @pakawanmalayavech101
    @pakawanmalayavech101 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you very much for staying in Thailand. Enjoy your life. 🏖 🍱

  • @franktaylor9799
    @franktaylor9799 2 роки тому +2

    Hi gift and joe and friends interesting blog as always different views on living in Thailand hope you are all well stay safe from frank in the uk London

  • @legambaz
    @legambaz 2 роки тому +1

    Great questions you asked. Great info here

  • @ian-wu2bb
    @ian-wu2bb 2 роки тому +2

    This is very interesting . I am living in Australia with my Thai wife and we plan to retire to Thailand in the future. So i love the info . All information such as this is good despite you all being from America so some things are different. Nice vlog.

  • @The-Perfect1
    @The-Perfect1 2 роки тому +1

    Greetings from Nha Trang. Love your channel. Brilliant info!

  • @andrewloranger
    @andrewloranger 7 місяців тому +1

    Just seeing this video now but thanks nonetheless!! I have been researching my wife and I spending an extended amount of time in Thailand but I very rarely see American couples retiring together there so this was refreshing to see this point of view - Much Appreciated!

  • @harveyrichardson5442
    @harveyrichardson5442 2 роки тому +2

    Very informative. nice seeing a video with couples.

  • @paulbateson7882
    @paulbateson7882 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing stories on two couples. They bought houses in Thailand 🇹🇭 Great one 👍 and one day I would own a house in the Nan region with my 🇹🇭 girlfriend.

  • @wcgillian
    @wcgillian 2 роки тому +1

    Great video with excellent information! Thanks!