OLD SCHOOL Farang Tells Two EXTREME Travel Stories (Thailand Tales with Paul Wallis)
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- Опубліковано 6 тра 2022
- I interview Paul Wallis who has spent 36 years in Thailand. In this interview Paul tells us two extreme travel stories from his backpacking days around the world.
Links to Pauls Books:
The Essential Expat's Guide To Living in Thailand: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00T1VJKLY
A Wanderer's Words: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09YRT5F59
#thairishtimes #extremetravelstories #interview
“I should explain a little about my mentality during my travelling years …. As mentioned, I began to explore going out on a limb and sometimes, if things were not interesting, I would go and party for a few days to spend ALL my money. Then the adventure would begin! Every time I did this, I had amazing experiences and hitching across Europe with no money was a breeze for me. I felt totally invincible and had great relationships along the way. These two experiences I recall in this video ended my lust for extreme adventure. If you would like to know all the details, including the downs, order “A Wanderer’s Words on Amazon (link) and you will be taken on an amazing ride! Peace and love”(Paul Wallis)
Links to Paul's Books:
A Wanderer's Words: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09YRT5F59
The Essential Expat's Guide To Living in Thailand: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00T1VJKLY
Great guy, stories, life & world 🌍
I am interested in "A Wanderer's Words" but only the Kindle version is available. No book, eh?
@@ptanisaro Sorry, that's the only copy available. Send me your email and I'll send you the word doc
I once spent 4 days getting from one side of Austalia to the other. But it does not compare to this story.
I am 63. I took off OS from Oz in 77, and did a working holiday for 6 mths. Hitchhiked everywhere with a backpack.
It was the best thing I did. Turned me from a naive school boy into something less naive.
I learned how to read people, how to find work wherever.... shoe factory, farms, orchards, builder's laboring, gardener.
But what I learned most was the commonality between people, and that there are not that many different personalities among mankind.
I felt that invincibility Paul talks about. But I came to understand it as a higher power intervening....and that as long as I made choices that were generally positive and good willed, then I would land on my feet.
I also learned that when life serves lemons, one should make lemonade, and not whine and hide in a hole.
I also learned that luck favors action. You don't have to go meditate or find the meaning of life for years..... You are always better learning while doing....keep engaging the world and people. You will be so much richer for it. No man is an island.
But a few years later I realized I had to stop living a wanderer's life, and build myself up to being a person who could help others aimless and wandering.
That's when my life changed dramatically. The people I met then were more remarkable than 10 life time's of wandering. And the experiences I have had cannot be conveyed, because no one would believe them.
All I can say is when you seek with all your mind and heart and will, you will without a shadow of doubt, find the meaning and purpose and contentment that so often seems missing. So never stop questing. Never give up and join the Madding Crowd.
So true Helicart. I salute you for your wisdom.
@@PaulWalliswriter
Thanks for sharing your life Paul.
I think younger gens could benefit a lot from your accumulated experience.
Many of them have been overly sheltered and deprived of the freedoms we had 40+ years ago. There's so many kids being brought up in broken homes, or with both parents slaves to debt, or just oppressed by an ever more dubious education system.
Whatever kick start they can get from those prepared, as you were, to seek something better and more authentic, it's all for greater good.
I hope you find ways to spread greater light into the darkness.
You are an elder of the tribe now, with much to pass on, even if how to live a life honest with one's Self.
Your mind is still outstanding compared to most over 60.
Your life and views are still very very relevant.
Onwards and Upwards Paul.
Fascinating stuff. What you say about people is so true. I’ve found that people are much the same no matter where you go
In my case, I am still wandering that is where I have found my bliss. I have settled a bit now that I have a family. Thankfully they understand that part of me likely won,t end until I die. No matter what happens I can say I have overall had a wonderful life.
Mate....... you speak my language..... 64 yrs young Aussie here .... worked in the iron ore mines for 3 yrs after school..... took that money and went OS for the next 2 years.... Indonesia Malaysia Thailand Sri Lanka India Nepal... back to Oz,,, ended up working in Desert Aboriginal Communities, circumnavigated Oz by car, went back to Uni, finally got a degree, woman 2 kids, woman died, single parent for 13 yrs (still am) worked nightclub/ pub/ leagues club security for years.... kids left home... ended up in South Korea teaching English for two years, taught in the Middle East for 3 yrs, thru that fell into a job working for the UAE 🇦🇪 Military teaching English for the next 5 yrs, taught in Thailand for 2 yrs.... and so the adventures continue....... isn’t life grand.. mission ain’t yet complete.... your words prompted memory recall for me.... thank you 🙏
Gee his real life is much more thrilling than 10 Marvel movies.
He is such a marvelous story teller.
Thrilling is one way to describe it, especially when I look back on it all as an old man.
@@PaulWalliswriter any plans for more story telling? Gonna order the book but would love to hear more from you in an interview style like this
I'm not a religious man, but if someone wanted to try and convince me there's a god up there watching over us, explaining that Paul is still alive would be the best way to do it ;)
Paul: Five videos is plenty. Thank you *so much* for sharing your stories!
We left the best til last Peter. Coming this evening
very sad there will be no more Paul on here, he could have his own channel and easily get thousands of subscribers. Maybe the most amazing individual I've ever seen. For SURE the movie industry ought to pay the guy BOATLOADS of money to make many movies of his travels. It's a good thing to share the stories, it is warming many hearts and giving hope to countless numbers of people wondering where the next step will take them. I hope hearing his story will inspire people to live his way. Would increase the number of interesting and worthwhile people on the planet. Not to be lost in all this is how MUCH it matters that Paul delivers the story, with genuine humility, insights and humor :)
Flattered you think so TomYum Gai (favourite dish)
Amazing stories. I can relate to the last story so much. A similar thing happened to me when I first went backpacking alone to Turkey in 1990. Hitch hiked through Turkey then Greece running out of money, didn't find work. Had 20 pounds left in Patra so decided to pay the equivalent of 15 pounds on a ferry ticket to Ancona in Italy. Arrived in Ancona with 5 pounds in my pocket. Hitched all the way to France sleeping under pallet shelters I made in service stations along the way. I got to Frejus and spent the last of my francs on some chocolate and a drink. I was in a truckstop, it was about 6pm, massive storm coming over the Alps. Some English trucker from Stevenage with a massive painted Woody Woodpecker on his wagon took me all the way to England on the ferry to Dover and bought me food all the way and bought me beers in a petrol station somewhere in France while we watched England lose against West Germany on penalties in the semi final of the 1990 World Cup. I was with him for nearly 3 days. What a legend. Madness. I don't know if stories like Pauls will ever happen again what with smart phones, the Internet and easy quick money transfers. I love hearing Pauls stories. THE most epic guest you have had on your channel Pete. Well done lad🙏
Thanks Scott, sounds like you had a ball!
great story Scott, lorry drivers are the best
I was lucky enough to backpack 22 years ago. The days of no smart phones or social media. Brilliant times and still in touch with some people I met. I can totally relate to your story. Brilliant tales Paul.
Fantastic, I took my first big adventure in 2010. Didn’t have a smart phone then and so glad I didn’t
Why I believe this guy, is because I have done things like this at the age of 15 and for many years, that I have amazing stories like him. I thought it was only me who had stories like these. Faith is real. Blind faith and taking risks without FEAR.
Very true been on the road myself at the same age.
I like his carefree philosophy and attitude to life. My kind of guy.
We saved the best til last Francis. Coming Sunday
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@@ThairishTimes
As a Malaysian, learning more about Thai culture and other people's experience in Thailand sure is a fresh breath of air from the stereotypes I've seen about Thailand
I can share a similar stories about angels on the road - once , walking through Zeebruge port - about to bivi up for the night - I heard an English voice - 'Are you in trouble ? '
I wasn't but nonetheless she invited me home with her family in Bruge - They were English christians and they'd just circum navigated the globe and had made friends with Native Americans along the way ...
Another time - with a few quid left in my pocket - a Hungarian trucker , who was once a military helicopter pilot , drove me from a suburb near Budapest to Dunkirk - for free - he fed me and asked for nothing .
See ? Kind people are all around . Thank you .
Yes that was my experience too!
Fantastic!
very heartwarming, been there and am happy to reciprocate except I don't have a lorry and live in a remote place. But we are all angels of the road I hope
I can't get enough of this guy.
My God Paul, I could listen to you all day long, God Bless you, you are my hero
Got to love Paul. He has some amazing stories. Some of my best experiences in life is when I just go for it and live on the edge. Great video Pete. Looking forward to more videos.
Love Paul. You are youtube addicted Pete, almost to 20k
I am indeed Thomas 😂😂😂
Pete
I believe Paul should have a movie done on his life .What an adventurous person.
I'd watch that movie for sure
There are more good people out there than bad people. At 23, I had a job in Nantucket, but coming up from Florida, I just had the ferry money from Hyannis to Nantucket, then missed the last ferry of the day. I could only walk the streets of Hyannis all night while waiting for the next day's ferry. Around 2 or 3 a.m., I found an all night donut shop. I told the waitress my sad tale and she gave me free donuts and coffee for the rest of the night. Not as exciting as Paul's tales, but there are people, maybe they are angels, who watch over our welfare.
I am convinced of that!
This gentleman is impressive, that's the only word I can think of for the moment.
I think that sums him up perfectly
Impressive I'll take Tom!
Paul - I bet you could tell some great stories about the Thai bar/nightlife from 3 decades ago.
I know you said that episode 5 would be your last, but would be great to hear them if you ever change your mind.
Paul's SCHTORRYs are incredible. What a bloody legend.
Yes, there were times when it got bloody sir!
i am dumbstruck by this guy could listen to him forever
Great stories from this man, could listen to him all day long, just bought his book 👍👍🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪
Where did you get his book from? I found only the Kindle version on Amazon, no book. I would like to buy one.
@@ptanisaro I say book but its the kindle version
Paul will see this comment and answer soon
@@ptanisaro Sorry, that's the only way to get it.
@@PaulWalliswriter Thank you for the reply, Paul. That's very nice of you. What a pity, I am not used to reading books from an electronic device. I have neither the Kindle nor any app for reading except for PDF viewer on my computer since I have a problem with my eyesight, that's why. I love how you reflect on your daily life that you can say you are happy every day. What a wonderful and satisfying life you have.
Wow , Paul’s generation were real pioneers , backpacking around south east Asia, sailing the Indian Ocean, exploring Africa. There was an innocence and sense of adventure and fun that will never be repeated. A real moment in time . Thanks for sharing Paul and great work Pete 👍👍
It is sad that xtreme travelling is dying a death!
Paul’s generation was the last to travel without conveniences we have today
Paul , is an incredible man with interesting stories. Very genuine man, I wish him well.
Nature loves courage. Paul made the commitment and nature responded to that commitment by removing the impossible obstacles. Hurling into the abyss, the magical alchemical gold was found. 🙏
That is a great description Parrish
Fantastic description
I am heartbroken there is only one more!!!!! What an amazing human and amazing life. With the time I have left- I want to go out and grab my own adventures- even at my age. Thank you- and hoping more to eventually come with the story telling
What do his children think of their father's life
They think I was crazy! Neither of them have my lust for adventure.
Nooooo Linda, don't be heartbroken! Age is just a number, if you have the feeling, do it.
Have an adventure Linda! Do it!!
Wonderful interview Pete. Have just bought the Kindle version of Paul's book on Amazon, looking forward to reading that.
Thanks I hope you enjoy
@@PaulWalliswriter @Paul Wallis You're very welcome Paul, your stories in these interviews have been incredible, so I'm more than happy to help out a bit by picking up a copy of the book. Honestly really looking forward to giving it a whirl :)
Fair play to you Alan 🙏🙏
Another beauty Pete & Paul! That is life highs & lows. It's the little things that matter. Conversations, moments of kindness and always learning from people & experiences.
Thanks Martin
Absolutely Martin that’s what life’s all about
Love your stories paul.u got god on your side .with your angels around u.lucky & a good man.chok dee.keep it rollin
He certainly does have someone watching over him
An amazing character, I love to listen to him...thank you both for this video...stay healthy...
A true seasoned traveler
Love these stories... Book Paul in for one every week.
I wouldn't want to subject anyone to that Andy! 5 is it!
@@PaulWalliswriter credit where it’s due. I’ve got myself in a few situations over the years but you’re on another level. You’ve done what we all talk about doing! Absolute fearless adventurer. I salute you. 👍
Simply brilliant! Simply brilliant! Listening to this reminds me of my 11 month adventure around the world from August 2001-July 2002 living out of my backpack. His stories reminded me of so many of mine that I’ve forgotten about (or thought I did!). This was so fun listening to Paul… brought so many smiles and laughs to me as I inch closer to 50! This is testimonial to get getting out there and traveling when you can. It’s what makes people intelligent!
Me and my sister once set off from Jersey with threppence halfpenny in Half pennies. We hitchhiked to Bishop Auckland, arriving the next morning. The last lorry driver dropped us off at the top of our road. Adventures, we had them those days.
So nice to hear these stories i wish i could meet someone like him. I wish anyone could meet someone like him and listen to him
His stories are interesting but I’m amazed at his age he can seat in a chair and touch his chin with his knee now that’s amazing
I saw a video of him hitting the punching bag too. He can crack
Wow! Those travel journals really came in handy.
They saved my life sir!
Man, a true legend. Eagerly awaiting the next one!
Coming tomorrow 🙏🙏
Thanks Dalton Once you lose your fear of death, its easy!
Another great video pete and Paul cheers 🍻 👍 xxx all the best
Loved listening to Paul's stories, watched 4 episodes today. Great guy. Glad I found this channel👍🏻
Thanks mate, I hope you enjoyed them
I’ve been going to Thailand for 25 years and I love listening to these interviews and this guy especially i love to have a few beers with him 👍
Amazing Story, Great Interview again Pete. 🙏
Glad you enjoyed it Gert
I have watched from the beginning what a incredible life story.
I thought mine was different from the normal which I believe it is but this is out there.
Hats off to you stray safe
I always strayed safe Andy
I can listen to Paul all day, what a story teller. Amazing!
🎶 music to my hears
Paul keep it up we want more ☆
The best is yet to come
Excellent stories from Paul's life. Would love to hear more if Paul would agree to doing them. I don't think Paul would run out of stories anytime soon.
Oh I just absolutely Love watching and listening to Paul's adventures! But only one more..... I understand but still a lil sad! Keep up the great work Pete! Safe travels to you🙏 Angie in Kentucky, USA 🥰
Thanks Angie Never made it to the US. Peace and love
I actually think i met paul in greece in the early 90s ,ios island i think it was,awesome guy,i was backpacking euroupe myself
Amazing that we may have ran into each other, I did visit the party island a few times. Peace and love
Oh my goodness. Wow the stories , the places this guy has been. They are great. When he talks he is making me think of Humphrey Bogart in African Queen the movie. Love his free spirit . When he has bad enough he moves on. He is a doer .
Tremendous video Gentlemen thank you:)
Glad you liked it
Great VLOG. Great interview.
Amazing stories!!!
Great, love it
Please ask Paul to narrate his book and put it on youtube so we can all enjoy it . x . Loved this episode so much !
That's a good idea Paul
Absolutely Paul! Read it all out loud for us!!
pedro another great interview ... its noticeable that you stay back and go with the storyteller .... a skill that you honed.. well done ! ...and Paul you and i will well remember 'Poste Restante' from those days ...you have a superb memory for all the detail ...so enjoyable to listen to....much respect
Great Stories, Mate!
Really enjoyed these ones,respect to Paul, what a life,and great interview technique Pete.
He's such a great story teller with a fantastic attitude. I can relate to him as I've been travelling for many years too. Look forward to speaking with you soon Pete. Cheers, Willy
Thanks Wanderlust Bet you have some stories to tell.
Amazing interview.
Well done guys looking forward to the nxt one..what a legend Paul 👏 🙌
Thanks Mark Peace and love
Thanks Mark, the final saga is yet to come
Paul … THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU … from the bottom of my heart for you bearing yours and more. I have loved every video that you have shared your stories in and i will have to find your book. Pete - THANKYOU TOO! You’re a great person bringing Paul to us.
Thanks Narelle. Peace and love
OMG... Paul is the best story teller I've ever heard.. Such an interesting guy!!!!
A great storyteller, thanks for making it possible to hear them. 😀
AMAZING ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wow!!! Great stuff man! Thanks for sharing Paul!!
You're welcome Sir
Insane stories. Paul you've definitely 'lived' a life!
I have indeed and all things are important
@@PaulWalliswriter hahahaha absolutely. I'm in Thailand in June, my gf is from Surin and I've also fallen in love with Thailand since coming here a few years ago. If you're about, I'd take you for a pint?
@@ATIWatchReviews Sure thing sir!
This Chanel is the best. Keep up the great work. Love the stories from Paul. Nearly 20k subs well done.
Thanks😊😊 nearly there!!
Thairihs, Howdy?~bravo~breathtaking ! 🤩
What’s the shhhhtory?
Great stories. Love this guy.
That's an incredible interview. Life is beyond a 9 to 5. Pub and 3 o clock Saturday and a package holiday.
The sign says stay off the grass...ignore these fools and live..
I always liked grass .......
Love it John. Well said
What an amazing guy could listen to his stories all day long 🙏
Good job👍
This man is so good at reliving a moment through a story
Paul is such a great guy. I love listening to him.
Amazing stories and life. Makes me want to pack my job in and give traveling a go, see more of the world
Great with all this story’s 😀❤️👍thanks for share Pete
You’re very welcome Dorte 👍🏼
This is incredible
Awesome stories, so fascinating, thanks for sharing 🙏
Our pleasure!
Another very enjoyable video. I have especially enjoyed the video series with Paul. What an interesting guy. Thanks to you for a really great channel with fantastic content and to Paul for sharing his stories with us.
You're welcome Monica
Wow. I thought that I would listen to his story while I was cleaning the kitchen but I`ended up in a chair leaning forward, watching and listening as though hew as telling me the story in a pub. Thank you from London
Absolutely spellbinding content! Seems like fiction but yet too amazing not to be true!
Thanks so much Paul for sharing your life on here. So much garbage out in the world today. It’s a treat to listen to these true tales of adventure.
Sorry to hear you’ll be signing off but it’s been a pleasure a journey and an inspiration!
I've got half way through his book,this man has lived the most amazing life,many a time I've heard life is for living,Paul you have lived it, absolutely blown away by your adventures and obstacles you have overcome, you've inspired me to try and live life a little bit more, thank you 😇🙏
I said before I will say again "the alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. Amazing stories. the jest of the book and Pauls story is life is a journey and depending on if you are willing to get on or off the bus (leave the house) willing to cross the boarders, willingness to venture into the un-known will determine the depth and breath of your life journey. Great life Paul....cant wait hear the final story. ..... oh and for me I do not think it would have been great to have the i-phone and to have been able to make the call home....The getting lost, the mystery, and the unknown is the Magic....Love it......Super Inspiring.
Thanks Parrish Peace and love
@@PaulWalliswriter Thank you Paul for sharing!! Much blessings!!!
Bought it 🤣😎👍! Nice one thanks fellas, Paul's an absolute gent and well done Pete for getting him on your channel
Great stuff I hope you enjoy reading it mate
One doesn't see many series on UA-cam. But the Joe Rogan of Bangkok UA-cam delivered to us the Paul Wallis series. Great stuff Pete:)
Yeas Pete is the next Joe Rogan
Wow such a lovely stories please make sure u have part 6,7,8,9 and 10 we love this guy greetings from Amsterdam and I'm also coming to Thailand since 2004 back and forth great contant mate
Cheers mate, it would be great if Paul did another
16.54! True. Wise words. Make the most out of life. Nice personality Paul is. Interesting real life stories. No net, no showoff, just real life. I will track the book down. Now for part 4. Thx Pete.
Hi Pete,
Congratulations on almost getting your 20 K subscribers, my family and I really love your videos and all the wonderful stories and knowledge that come from them.
Wanted to ask, have you or would you consider doing an interview with a family that moved there from outside of Thailand, and their stories of children going to Thai schools (is that even how it works over there), and things mom dad and the kiddos do on a daily grind, tips and tricks etc on life for a family in Thailand not from Thailand.
I’m not sure if X Pats can move there with their families and live but seems like through your videos many people go over there to live that are not Thai; but our family was wondering how many families go over there and move, and what has there stories been so far.
Anyways that’s my little/big question…. Love from Vancouver Island, Canada and we are really considering splitting half the year away from here to go live on Ko Chang now because of you ;) haha.
Much Respect!
Most people fear the unknown and that can put a halt to emigrating to another country. Embrace the uncertainty and trust the universe and all will be well.
Hey, I’ll keep an eye out for a story like that it could be interesting. Wow half a year on Koh Chang would be wonderful. I really love that island
Oh it getting more and more better as I feel emotional learning about his life. This episode hit more to the vulnerable side of him.
Life's cheap - has so many meaning behind it. Don't just only pushing to the edge also is a good reminding for all of us.
Btw I am Thai living in Australia for 32 years (from 1990) Paul story should promote to Thai people & broader audiences to watch ( ideally subtitle in Thai language- more job for you Pete)
It's a numbers game - also giving me a positive courage & meaningful for someone who lost hope.
I like Thairish Times, Pete you will reach 100k sub soon :) no pressure but I predict you will reach 100k before Dec ( I don't put specific year but i think 2022) I also learnt " What's the story"
When the Irish people meet up, I will us it more from today to my family and friends. Pete style of talking is easy for me to understand, nice English to listen, you are the star!
Thank you mate, glad you enjoyed Paul’s story. What’s the shhhhtory hehe, many more interesting shhhhtories coming. I bet you have sone fantastic stories from your life after 32 years in Oz
Class interview. Paul is amazing. Reminds me of reading gulliver's travels when I was a child. Getting lost in my thoughts 💭💭.
Honoured to be compared to Gulliver Alan
Great stories
Glad you like them🙏🙏🙏
OMG Insane story something i will never do but still its life lessons amazing life u had .
Amazing, I have lived in Asia 20 years myself and am fluent in Mandarin. Paul is a beauty and have met similar guys to him in Bangkok and afar. Best wishes to you guys!
A life of highs and lows amazing mindset even though i fear a bit of extreme low in next vlog should be intresting pete.
Nothing to fear but fear itself ......
Spot on David. We were even going to call the next one the extreme lows
Wow way to go Paul !
Thanks Patrick
Pls link all Paul interviews in description
Pete just before I watch the interview we all don't say what's the story in Ireland we might say what's the craic r something else just wanted people to no that can't wait now to listen to Paul
Wow Paul! Amazing life and you actually swore this time 😁!! Looking forward to hearing the next chapter of your life. Thank you for sharing Paul. Great interview Pete and good luck with hitting target of subscribers.
Sorry about the profanity, it isn't my style
Thank you Nok. I was going to beep out the swear word but felt that doing so would take away from the impact of that sentence
Ok I am hooked ..... Paul has such a great way with words,and stories ,I should listen to him for ever ,we have to have more stories ,so much I would like to say on Paul , but words are not enough , not mine ,as I don't have the gift of the gab .....an Irish saying .........
Until we see you again .
Anmaste 🙏.
What a legend
Yes indeed he is
I met Michael Schumacher when he was f1 racing at Silverstone
I would have loved to have travelled when i was a lot younger on the seat of my pants and not worried about where i would end up .Just enjoy the people and countries .But what a great way to travel as long as you got your head screwed on and have a back up plan 👍👍👍Probably not have done the same route Paul did 😁555 Thanks Pete/Paul 👍