MALAYSIA - Can You AFFORD to Live Here? Retiring to Malaysia in a Luxury Condo
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Can you afford to live in Malaysia? We spent the last 30 days living in Kuala Lumpur in the Bukit Bintang district in a luxury condo. Now it's time to break down all our costs from accommodations, groceries, transportation, and eating out, as well as a couple-day visit to Georgetown, Penang.
Whether you're considering relocating to Malaysia or simply curious about the cost of living in this beautiful country, our video will equip you with the information you need to make informed decisions.
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Hi guys, we were in KL in April, stayed in the same complex! But we were in the opposite tower, with views of KL and Petronas Towers. Absolutely loved the city, blown away by how modern and clean it was.
We wish we had been in that tower! Such an amazing view! Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!🍻
Can you please tell me the name of the Condo. Thanks
@@cindymorgan5188 It is Robertson Suites Kuala Lumpur. My friend from Australia always booked there when they travel to KL.
@thomasheng86 thank you. 😊
My husband and I, along with our friend stayed there too back in Feb 2020! I really like that area.
Hi, I’ve started my “nomad life” by moving to Portugal. I’m actually an immigrant rather than a nomad. However, I’ve got the whole of Europe to move about. It sort of counts as being a nomad in a way. I’ll be a nomad in Portugal as I intend to see it all. Malaysia will have to wait! It looks great 😊
We spent two months in the Algarve last spring! Portugal is still our favorite country. We actually considered doing what you are doing in the begging but decided to travel instead. Enjoy Portugal!! Thank you for watching our channel!
Cheers!!❤
can a couple who are pretty modest live in Portugal for a 1000 dollars a month, we don't need anything fancy, nothing big either, a small studio or tiny house to be exact, tired of the rat race in America just watched two of my bosses getting canned for doing there jobs with no complaints.
@@chrisschmitt1931 1500 max
Brian looks either drunk or hangover.
Neither, that's just the way I look. 😁
I agree ….I had the best Chinese food in SE Asia in KL. I ate the same meal 3 days in 9 days in Chinatown and I loved Lot10’s food court! Thanks for the great video😊you definitely hit the jackpot with the $39 transportation cost 🚆
Haha - we did the same thing, same meal at the same place 3 different times ☺. Yes, transportation was so affordable, considering the majority of that cost was our bus ride from Penang. Thanks so much for watching!! Cheers
I did not know much about KL Malaysia until this video, learned a lot. The beauty, cleanliness, organization, etc. So with all the places you have been so far, which country would you consider retire in? I have to say, you guys are not only budget travelers but very well planners. It takes a lot of organizational skills, like a backup plan, health treatments, lodging location, etc. You kick in high gear for planB if planA does not work. This is commendable and thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much for all the kind words, we very much appreciate the support. We really love Portugal and everything it has to offer. The climate and cost of living are something that we really like. We have so many places yet to explore so we will see if that changes. 😆
Nice Info tqsm
You’ve discovered a gem to retire here in Malaysia for affordable living with English language widely used. It might surprised you professional healthcare is more expensive in Thailand and Singapore than Malaysia 😊
We have heard about how great the healthcare in Malaysia is and very affordable. A very well-developed country!! Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie just one last tip. You could always get away to Thailand by train, bus, flight and even ferry whenever you feel like holidaying
i am a cancer survivor so i have several costly yearly tests done, where can i go to find costs for insurance or just out of pocket costs for medical procedures in Malaysia.
@@chrisschmitt1931 there are several options of private hospitals e.g. SJMC, Pantai Hospital, etc with cost of treatment in Malaysia Ringgit as opposed to $USD in most Western countries. There are a few more local hospitals around Kuala Lumpur that treats cancer patients that you may be keen to check it out. Hope this tiny info helps.
We have a lot of medical tourism in Malaysia...among the top private medical centres are KPJ group of Hospitals, Sunway group, Pantai Hospitals, SJMC, Gleneagles etc. Private lab - BP Healthcare, Pantai etc Google them
Malaysia is truly incredible!! Great video.
Malaysia is amazing!! Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
The apartment in KL looked fantastic and a bargain given the location. Plus the pool gym and everything else. If it was in Miami it would be $5,000 a month. I am looking forward to the Singapore video. Keep up the good work the videos are great!! 😊
Thank you! It was a bit more than we are used to paying but it was a great location! We did not get much for room in Singapore however! 😂
Greetings from Bucharest 🤗 Don’t underestimate the importance of great comfortable shoes! I left the states with what I thought was a nice pair of Brooks running shoes, which are expensive, but it turned out that they wore out from all the walking we’ve been doing in the past two months, so I needed a new pair of comfortable shoes. In all honesty, I’ve had them for a long time and I thought they still had a long way before they wore out, but I was wrong 😂Anyway, I somehow managed to find a pair of Reebook shoes for only $43, yes, that’s correct, in Belgrade…I think I just got lucky, because all the other shoes everywhere else cost well above $100 if not close to $200. I was prepared to pay that much too because I know good shoes cost a lot. I guess I will find out how long my new shoes will hold up during our full time travel with time. 😉 Looking forward to visiting Malaysia and exploring Kuala Lumpur in the future. Looks exciting and affordable.
Hello in Bucharest ♥ We absolutely agree - a great pair of walking shoes is key! We walk on average 6- 8 miles a day and in cruddy shoes that just would not happen. We now have found, shoes are something we do have to replace more often than we may have first anticipated. But, when you only travel with one or two pairs of shoes, quality is key. Thanks so much for watching! Cheers 🍻
We don't mind spending money on good footwear and doing as much walking as we do. We are also limited on what we carry if you only have one pair of walking shoes you need to make sure they are good ones!! We loved our time in Romania!! Such a beautiful country!! Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie precisely 💯 thank you and safe travels to you as well 🤗
I bought Merrel universal, hiking shoes in Toronto Winners store 10 years ago for $75CAD or $56 USD. Still use them, no sign of wear.
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Nice overview of your costs in Malaysia. We have been to KL several times now in our lengthy exploration of Southeast Asia because we like it. Regarding the food... Although I generally agree that it can be more expensive than other places in Southeast Asia, there is great inexpensive local eats to be found. There are places where the local business people go for lunch for example. There are also great little family run places that can be found. It's one of the things we enjoy about KL. It is this big modern developing city, but you can still get plenty of local Malaysian culture if you seek it out.
Like you, we have found good shoes to be quite expensive by Southeast Asia standards. I paid close to the same as what I would have paid in the U.S. Unfortunately, I don't have access to the same money saving tactics that I used in the U.S. for things like good shoes. However, it's definitely money well spent when you walk as much as we do.
I've definitely noticed prices for rent creeping up over the last year in KL. An apartment we stayed in a year ago is now approximately $400/month more. Airbnb? Post Covid rebound? Inflation? Maybe all if the above.
BTW... I love Brian's dry sense of humor 😂
Hi! We have had some great recommendations of places to eat that are less touristy and more local, where prices were much less. Unfortunately, we didn't get those till after we left, but now have some great ideas for when we return ☺
Airbnb prices and for sure been creeping up, I think this is just a combination of all the things you mentioned above. We just have to search a bit more for ones that fit within our budget. Hopefully, they level out and costs don't continue to climb so quick.
I will let Brian know - he loves all the support for his humor 😂 Thanks so much for watching!! Cheers 🍻
Great video, as usual! My Wife and I are using your videos to help us plan for our retirement travels. Thank you for how thorough you are on your itenerary and we also greatly appreciate the cost breakdowns. Can't wait to see your next travel adventure. Thank you!
Thank you, Steve!!
so the viewers are paying for your travel.
Cheap street foods are available in nearby in Kampong Baru, Chow Kit Road, Jalan TAR-Masjid India, Brickfields..many more ..just check it out 👍
Thank you so much for all the suggestions ☺
@@BrianandCarrie my pleasure 🙏
Of course they said it is expensive, they are in the golden triangle. And most visitors go to high end grocers like jaya grocer, village grocer
@@keangwooichoo6138 yes, there are many cheaper groceries and foods can be found in Pudu market area, Pandan area, Keramat, Ampang etc..
Thank you for watching, Keang Wooi Choo!!
Cheers!!🍻
We are currently in KL City Center in a 2-bedroom condo (90SQM) that we got for $50 night. One-bedroom condos were going for $30-50. I generally agree with your cost assessment and are loving our first time in Malayasia. We spent 9 nights in Langkawi when we first got here. What an awesome Island with such beautiful beaches.
Enjoy your time in Kuala Lumpur ☺
Can you please provide the name of the condo you stayed in KL? Thank you
The link is in the video description.
As always a thorough and detailed account down to the dollar to show actual expenses for a month in Malaysia. I have to admit for the quality of your place in KL I think that is very affordable. This is a major city, and you were well situated. I can agree that a meal cooked in after eating out so often is very welcome. Looked like a really good grocery store. Buying shoes to me is an essential, especially given how much you guys are walking. It is a health expense. Safe travels back home and I look forward to your next post. Cheers!
Carrie and I were talking about footwear and Carrie said the same thing. Buying good shoes is essential for what we do. It is a need not a want. Thank you Robert for all the continued support on this channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
Thank u for this wonderful video n for also showing your explorations in Malaysia. Hope that u guys have had a good time in Malaysia. Yes, u can afford living luxury in KL.
Hi Yasin! Thank you so much ☺. We loved our time in Malaysia and how you could live in luxury for such an affordable cost. Cheers!!
@@BrianandCarrie Hi there u guys. Good to know that u guys have had a great time. Cheers. 😀
I was just there in mid- January. Absolutely beautiful and I loved it. I will definitely be going back again
Great coverage of KL. Been there half a dozen times as transit passenger enroute to Penang. Malaysia in general is a great country to live in clean, modern, safe and very affordable. Amazing how a smaller country has the infra structure so nice and modern. If the weather there were a bit nicer it would be a Paradise. Unfortunately you don't get everything in one place. Hats off to you guys on how despite all the fun things you get do and enjoy, you keep the cost very manageable. Cameron highlands and Genting are two nicer cooler places where you can beat the heat but wont have all the nicer fun life style of KL. would be worth a visit though. Now the question is where next? Having been in Thailand and Vietnam I thought you would have covered Angkor wat. Cheers and Safe travels!!!
We were a bit surprised with how clean and modern KL was, very nice city. We have a video coming out next week on our Airbnb experiences then, Singapore before arriving back in the US. We will do something here before we head back to central Europe and Italy for the 3 months. Thanks for watching CM!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie - Since you are in Singapore you should perhaps swing by New Delhi India, Visit the Taj Mahal (a day trip... less than $150 per person including ride, tour guide, admission fee, Lunch, pick up from Hotel and drop), may be 2 days in Delhi followed by a 5-6 day tour package from Delhi to Srinagar Kashmir and back to Delhi (including flights can do it for $500-600 per person on the higher end package). Kashmir is the switzerland of Asia and a must see.
We may be doing that next year when we are back in the region. We will start 2024 in the Philippines and Indonesia but after that we really aren't sure yet.
@@-EHC - Thanks for asking. I personally like the Gurney Plaza area since it is a happening place and GTown is not too far from it. There are buses that run from that area to GT frequently. Also near Gurney Plaza is a Hawker stall with a variety of food choices very economical i have heard (me being a vegetarian havent eaten there as no choices for me). Also there are 2 malls Gurney and paragon that will be lively. There are buses that go from there to Batu Ferringhi the beach side and there are night markets on the streets where you can buy cheap fake clothing purses etc. Gurney area is really lively and alive till late hours with some events happening on week ends. GT you can always go during day time and late evenings will be dead in my opinion. Of course Gurney area may be a little pricey, Every time i went it was business trip and was lucky to stay at the G Hotel one of the top ones and if you want you can stay there and they have a an excellent free buffet with certain room choices. Straits quay is a place you should visit may be a mile and half from G plaza on the way to Batu Ferringhi. More...
@@-EHC - As far as sight seeing places, I liked Gurney area. Things you must see Penang Hills (take the cog rail), Kek Lok si temple), An Indian temple (Murugan temple) on top of a hill have to climb about 400 steps- (awesome view from the top), Botanical gardens, Batu Ferringhi are alll easy access from Gurney. Grab ride share is not expensive. The ride to batu Ferringhi ehare the beaches are is very scenic, winding and buses go right from Gurney and the beaches are there and a hard Rock cafe too.. You can do a trip to GT during the day see Little India and the old British style buildings and architecture. be sure to take a ferry ride from GT to Butterworth the mainland Penang will be a nice experience and a half a day event. If you want a taste of Thailand take a van pool service from GT (they pick up at your hotel too) and cross the border to the first town and they will take you up to Hat yai pick, pick you back same or next day. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions.
Keep in mind, if you actually go through a realtor, and are looking to stay long-term, rents for similar places, near Petronas Towers, 1-2 BR in a luxury condo, run from RM2500-3500, or $500-700 USD.
The longer the term, the lower the costs.
You guys might know this already. You can message any Airbnb host prior to booking asking them to consider a monthly lower offer. This might open up cities you felt too expensive (Paris, Rome, Naples…) you guys are great. 🎉
Thank you, Shea. We usually stay in each location for 28 days to get the monthly discount. We have asked for a discount beyond the monthly rate many times with no luck. We are starting to think Airbnb prices are going up. We have a video out next week all about our Airbnb experiences. Thank you for the tip and for supporting us!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie AirBNB has gotten way to expensive for us over the last few years, not an option anymore in our opinion
We agree 100%. We will be looking into other options as well.
Another super interesting video, very informative. Malaysia seems very modern and clean, and the food once again looks deeeeeeelicious... Miammm!!! Thanks for the info.
Hi! Thank you so much. Yes, Kuala Lumpur is so modern and clean, we loved it there. Thank you for watching!! Cheers 😊
I have been watching lots of videos about Malaysia as I’m planning to visit and later on retire. Brian and Carrie had explained it very thoroughly very detailed way just what I was looking for.
I had subscribed your channel and gave a thumbs up. Thanks again for your good work ❤👍
Thank you so much, we appreciate the kind words. Thank you for subscribing and following along. Cheers!!
Penang Malaysia or Algarve Portugal which is better for a retiree couple with about $3K per month income. What is your honest opinion. Nice and quiet stress free. Please let me know. Greatly appreciated.
We didn't really care for Penang and love the Algarve. Your money will go further in Malaysia, but we would still pick Portugal.
Hi Brian and Carrie! I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work. It's incredible you gave up beer! That's easier said than done. I love the feeling a good new pair of shoes give you. Have a great week. I look forward to your next destination.
Thank you, Kathy! Giving up beer wasn't easy but it was short-lived.😆 We will be heading back to Europe in July so we will be plenty of affordable beer options to be had.
Cheers!!🍻
Thanks for sharing such valuable information, I appreciate that you are realistic about budgeting. Looking forward to discovering your next destination, happy travels!
Hi Dominique! Thank you so much, so happy to hear you found it helpful. Cheers!!
Fantastic video yet again, loved it BUT ….The Seattle Kraken!!! Lol….Edmonton Oilers here! You’re living the dream! Cheers 🍻
You should jump on the Kraken bandwagon now while there's still room El Ricko!! It's filling up fast! 😆
Cheers!!🍻
really good video guys!! Enjoying your channell, my wife and I have been all over SE Asia, but not been to Malaysia, after watching your video we are definitely going to KL and Penang!!
Thank you, Klee. We really enjoyed our time there as well as Singapore. We only had 2 days there, but it is amazing! Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!
Jalan Alor is one of the most expensive street food area.
I went to KISL back in the days 1980s. Dad was an oil executive. Miss all my international friends back in KL, JKT, SING, BKK....Go IASAS! Expat kids...
Thanks guys I really appreciate these cost of living videos helps me heaps with our planning. Happy travels
Thank you, Carol for watching our channel!! ❤
Put this on the cost of living playlist... Amaz balls!
Thank you!! 😊
With the exception of the heat, this city does look 👀 very inviting on many fronts 👍🏾
KL is an interesting city. It's a melting pot of just about every country in the region.
I like the shoes well enough, but am a little disappointed you didn’t pull out those negotiating skills you displayed when you scored that shirt!
I should have at least tried!! 😂 Thanks for watching Thomas!
Right at $2400 seems very reasonable for a month! Just got the notification for your air bnb video so headed there now!
Thank you so much!!
Wow. Another place that I really never considered going that I've now added to my list along with Montenegro. Thank you! I'm really looking forward to next week's Airbnb video. I'm very curious to know if you've run into any bug issues. Roaches? Spiders?
We have had a few experiences but only one that was an absolute NO! Roaches or spiders? We weren't there long enough to find out. 😆 Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
Well done! Great videography and very informative. Thank you!
Thank you so much, Deb, we really appreciate the kind words. Cheers!!
Thank you so much for this wonderful video.
Thank you for watching, George!
Another great video.
Haven't been to Malaysia,maybe next year. Going to Vietnam jjuly- August for three weeks, then Danang for the month of November.
We loved Vietnam! Our time in Da Nang was so great that we are coming back to Vietnam next spring. This time we will be down in Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang. Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
Cheers!!🍻
@Brian and Carrie if you get up north try the Hai Giang Loop motorcycle tour. Three days. Did last year, doing again in July. We did the one by Cheers Hostel. It was great!! There's videos if you want to check out.
Stay safe and keep up the great work.
We live in Trang, Thailand. If you're ever in the area we can show you some sights.
We made it to Hanoi and did the Ha Long Bay cruise but didn't get to the Hai Giang Loop. The 30-day vise makes it difficult. Hopefully that changes soon. It would be great to connect someday for a beer! Thank you for the support!
Great video guys, thank you. Awesome shoes Brian!
I love when you give the prices in the grocery stores. It’s so good to complain to our prices back here in Australia. Love the view from your apartment, looks amazing! Where are you off to next? You didn’t say 😊
Hi, Annette. I love my new shoes!! Our next video will be about our Airbnb experiences, how we try to avoid getting poor accommodations, and what we do when it happened recently in Penang. We will be heading to Singapore after that, home for a couple of weeks then back to Europe! Thank you so much for following us, we very much appreciate the support!
Cheers!!🍻
What a nice condo....super nice
The condo in KL looks great! and the pool, gym, etc. are a nice touch. And from what I saw, their grocery stores have all the essential stuff... Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for watching!!
Go Kraken! What a run! I'm so happy to hear that you have been following them.
It was so exciting!! Love the Kraken!!
It sounds as if you visited Jalan Alor during the day, because I have been there many times during my 15 holidays (so far) in Malaysia, and at night it is almost, if not totally, closed to traffic, because the restaurants spill out onto the street on both sides, and it is so busy with pedestrians, either going there to eat or just to enjoy the atmosphere.
Great vid! Definitely more expensive than I thought so good to get an objective review of that
Thank you so much! We were a bit surprised by the pricing, especially coming from Thailand where everything was so inexpensive. Cheers 🍻
It's so obvious Bryan cut back with beer, that Boy is looking tight, I'd knock the dust off dat shelf!
HAHA!!! Down almost 20 lbs. my man!! 😂😂
@@BrianandCarrie Holy crap! Good on you for losing that much weight! Other than walking I am not seeing a work out routine. Eating out makes that very difficult at times. High five! Well done.
I had put on a few pounds in the Balkens last fall and then too much eggnog over the holidays. 😆
It's a stunning view, but I am too scared to live that high up. A good "nap sofa" is worth it's weight in gold 100%. When you guys make it to Mexico, they are few and far between so just a heads up. Lucky to even find a sofa with arms lol
Hi! Yes, the 43rd floor was a ways up, that's for sure. We tried not to think about it much as then it could make me nervous (that's a lot of stairs to go down in the case of an emergency). It's so appreciated when we can find a real sofa, and have it actually be big enough to lay on - a rarity for sure! Thanks for the heads up for Mexico, better to just prepare yourself ahead....no naps for Brian 😂 Cheers!
I always thought about retiring to either Thailand or Philippines, but now Malaysia has gate crashed the party!
I was just curious since you were in Penang island why skip Langkawi island? Btw there's nice foodcourt at the Lot 10 shopping mall which opposite of Pavilion mall serve varieties of food too. Also if you wanna get cheaper groceries take the subway to Aeon mall, Taman Maluri which you will find lots of local products too. And maybe next time can visit Borneo Sarawak or Sabah. Thank you for the videos, I am just another Malaysian who reside at the Baltic state EU for almost 4yrs now. Havent been back to my home country since. Really appreciate your vlogs. Take care & enjoy 🎉😊
Thank you so much for all the great suggestions - that is so helpful for when we return or other people visit. Cheers 😊
Love your videos they are so. Informative. Sorry Brian Krakken couldn't pull it off. Go Knights Go!
HA!! That's ok, next year!! Thank you for watching our channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
Grab the grab! Really like the color of the "Air Brian" shoes. Love starting my weekend traveling vicariously. Another great, informative video.
Thank you, Doug! I like how "Air Brian" sounds, now if we could get a similar sponsorship! 😆 Thank you again for all your support!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I can see it, Brian running from street food vendor to street food vendor in is Air Brians. 😀
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Hey Brian time is money. If you are faster now with the new shoes then you are basically saving money! Sound investment, I reckon.
That is a valid point, Dominic! Those shoes are basically free!!! 😆
Love you Brian and Carrie❤
Thank you so much!!! ❤
Glad you enjoyed yourselves. And now onward!
Yes, loved our time in Kuala Lumpur! Yes, onward to Singapore next ☺
Thanks so much, we enjoy your episodes each week! Mo & Don Sarasota FL
Thank you, we very much appreciate your support!! ❤
Cheers!!🍻
Ooo thanks for mentioning safety for single travellers 👍
You are very welcome - we thought that was such a great feature to have and added a great element of safety in the park. Thanks so much for watching!
Hi Guys! The month flew by so fast again! We are planning our Asia trip for January-April 2024. Were there any previous episodes of yours that talked about visas and vaccines for these Asian countries you have traveled to?
The months sure do fly by! We actually did a video not long ago about traveling to Thailand and Vietnam and all you need to do before you go. It would also be similar for the other areas as far as vaccines. Here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/29-w_C_sZ9Q/v-deo.html
Thanks so much for watching! Cheers 🍻
Another great one guys! Thank you!
Thank you so much ❤️
Yah, just amazing what you get for the price. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much for watching our channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
Wow! 2k a month for a couple is amazing!
Why must it be luxury? Keep you life simple and minimalist. You will then enjoy your living wherever you are in Malaysia.
We carry 90% of our belongings with us wherever we go. You can't get much more minimalist than that! 😆
Life of KL.. ❤❤❤
Although you prob won't come back due to the cons (more expensive food/beer/housing), you may want to check out Kota Kinabalu. It is my favorite in Malaysia as it is not quite as "city". Things are cheaper there, the vibe is different. The fireflies, not like the American lightening bugs, are just GORGEOUS. And if you like hiking, this area of Borneo, is fabulous (from what my friends have said). I lived in Seoul for over five years and travelled all over. My favorites were Ubud, Ho Chi Minh City, & Chiang Mai. Been to each more than 5 times. If you go to Seoul, it is more expensive but there are some ways to save big money. Have fun!
We will be back in the region in early 2024 and plan on going to the Philippians, Indonesia, Ho Chi Minh City, Cambodia, Seoul, and Tokyo. We spent a month in Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, and Da Nang and loved them all. We really had a great time in SE Asia for the last 5+ months. Thank you for watching and adding all the suggestions!!
Cheers!!🍻
How does the cost in kota Kinabalu compare to KL?
We have not been to Kota Kinabalu.
@@jm-wz8ju Maybe 80% of KL
Love you brian and carrie,enjoy your holiday
Thank you so much ❤️
Nice video guys. We're in the middle of a heatwave that will likely last until August. Even for locals its unbearably hot during the day at the moment.
UHG!! We have arrived back in the US, and where we are now it is 75 with a cool breeze. Despite the heat and humidity, we had a great time in Kuala Lumpur! Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Cheers!!🍻
survey suggestion for long time stay , basic cost of living is ( a couple ) is between 1,800 to 2,500 USD per month
That sounds about right.
Hello. Eating out still is so much less expensive in Asia. We live on the coast of Oregon in a small community. Yesterday we walked a block away to the only restaurant here. For a salad, a fish taco, 1 beer, and a soda it was $30 w/o tip. Needless to say we don't eat there often. But, everywhere around here in bigger towns (Newport, Cannon Beach, Seaside, Florence) are the same. And, these are just average restaurants. Where are you going next? Kathleen
Hi, George. We love the Oregon coast!! We are home for a couple of weeks and just north of you in Bellingham WA. We never eat out anymore, It is just too expensive. Thank you for watching and enjoy this beautiful weather we are having!!
Cheers!!🍻
Suddenly reading your post I miss Newport, OR. I am one of the rare Malaysian Ducks in KL.
Milk and eggs are still cheaper then in Canada!! Gallon here will cost you nearly $6.00, eggs are $7.50.
Malaysia is definitely an affordable place to VISIT but not if you want to live/retire there unless you can afford the hefty MM2H financial thresholds, or stay under the 90-day limit. I enjoyed your video and appreciate the content but it's misleading to claim staying in a country for 30 days as relocating, living or retiring there. If it were, I've "lived" in 40 countries since 1990.
Not misleading at all actually! We don't have a home residence so wherever we are for a month, 3 months or longer that is where we live. As of right now we've lived in many, many countries. Thanks so much for watching!! Cheers 🍻
The Malaysian government may change the MM2H requirements as there was a drop of 90% applications. There is another program known as nomad visa which is a 1 year visa and is renewable. A Japanese couple who are UA-camrs has received this visa. Their channel name is, "IChang". An American expat is currently living in Malaysia under the old MM2H program. His channel name is "Andrew Taylor". He has lived in Malaysia for more than 5 years.
@@kennyng2289 Yes, I'm watching the MM2H program closely as there may be an easing of restrictions later this year. Also considered S-MM2H. For the MDEC De Rantau Digital Nomad pass, there have been a lot of rejections though thankfully, iChang and Kenshoo Quest were approved. Andrew Taylor has been in Malaysia for 9 years and it will be interesting to see how his MM2H renewal goes next year. We are all hopeful the new Malaysian government realizes the incremental revenue and life experience expats bring to their economy and culture.
I lived near KL for 6 years, and have been in Penang now for the last 4 years. I’m on an employment pass, but have my eyes on MM2H as I’d like to stay here after I retire.
Hi guys….wow love your video….think we just missed you as we checked in at The Robertson on 5th June….also on 43rd floor south tower…would have been great to catch up.
We started our travels back in February and are also here for a month before heading of to Bali then Koh Samui.
Yes, just missed each other!! Such amazing views of the city that high up. Sounds like you have some great upcoming destinations - Bali is on our list for next year, can't wait. Safe travels! Cheers 🍻
Hey Brian and Carrie - dude 140 bucks for Salmon sneakers and that too in southeast asia. Don't they have cheap chinese knockoffs for a fraction of that over there :). Hey Brian, since you only use one pair of sneakers a year. You may want to consider buying a pair of Sorbothane Insoles. It will make your shoes more comfy and make em last longer. By the way, just food for thought, this trainer I used to see told me that you should not walk on the same pair of shoes each day. Apparently the sole needs 24 hours to spring back to original state. I know I was surprised too.
Thank you for the tips, Sunman! We very much appreciate the "Buy Me a Beer as well"! 😀
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Anytime, be well.
Please come to Cameron Highlands.
And stay at our place ☺️🙏🏼
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#pmgch
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fresh milk is definitely pricier here in Malaysia, as it's not something we commonly have. alcohol is definitely costlier as it is taxed quite heavily by the govt. the so called "sin" tax. products like alcohol, tobacco, etc. all have higher taxes imposed on them.
Hi Gary, that definitely makes sense. Bring we had been places without fresh milk available we were just happy to have the option. Thanks so much for watching 😊
Hallo brian & Carrie..😊
Enjoy you life in Malaysia
Hi! Thank you so much ♥
Thank you for another great video. Hope the booster shot was fun as anticipated 😊
Always a fun experience ☺. Thank you so much for watching - Cheers 🍻
Visit Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia for its 2023 food festival on 28 July till 20 August, 2023
Thank you so much for the recommendation! Thanks for watching - Cheers ☺
Amazing place. No offense but looks even better than the USA!
Very nice place. If it just had a 5 guys near by! :)
5 Guys and a Trader Joe's
City center is expensive. PJ, Subang or Shah Alam much cheaper. Take LRT
Your new shoes are fast... Love the dad humor 😂
HAHA! Thank you for watching, Joe!!
Cheers!!🍻
Guys, great video and overview of KL. Not sure if missed your condo name, but I dont think saw it. Can you share or you are not supposed to share that info? Thanks and keep it up with the great simple reviewes.
Here is the link: Where we stayed: www.airbnb.com/rooms/40387470?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=fa666623-b057-4125-a919-658cdaf0539c
We always add the link to where we stayed in the video description for future reference unless we don't recommend it. Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!🍻
Carrie...what about the palm oil used in Malaysian cooking? Please avoid it for your health.
Do all cuisines cook with palm oil?
If so, I would have to prepare my meals at home.
Thanks for sharing. Very nice condo. I was wondering if you had trouble finding your shoe size there? When I go to Manila I think I need to visit KL also. Looks clean and a nice city.
I did have some trouble finding the size of the shoe that I wanted. I wear size 11 and I was finding a lot of 10.5. KL is a very nice city with plenty to see. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
Thank you so much ❤️
Thank you for watching!!! ❤
I am curious about your thoughts on Airbnb’s. It seems to be a very hot topic right now with travelers, with some travelers saying that they are now actively avoiding them due to excessive fees and difficulties with hosts. It seems that you guys might be having better luck. It is an interesting and important topic.
Funny that you should ask. We have our Airbnb video coming out next Saturday. We have had better luck but the red flags are up and we feel like the prices are too! Stay tuned for the video, we really appreciate you watching our channel.
Cheers!!🍻
As I understand it, all those extra “fees” are listed so if you don’t like the overall price, don’t rent it. I have a place in Bali on Airbnb and I have no extra fees whatsoever.
However, when I went to Boston last summer, the place we stayed did have some extra fees and that was disappointing, but we knew about them beforehand. So it’s not Airbnb, it’s that some of the owners are greedy.
We may be in Bali next year!!!
Hi. May I know the name of the condominium/Airbnb you’re are staying in this video?
Here you go! For future reference, the link to any Airbnb that we recommend is always in the video description. Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!🍻 Where we stayed: www.airbnb.com/rooms/40387470?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=fa666623-b057-4125-a919-658cdaf0539c
Actually you can get much cheaper if you stay longer and rent a property not in town centre.
Hope u enjoy staying in MALAYSIA…
Thank you so much 😊
Robertson residences. Good location. The condo is good but not exceptional. Have a fun 👍
Thanks 👍
great video✌
Thank you so much! Cheers 🍻
Great video! Hey Brian, what website do you use to watch the Kraken games? I will definitely need that too! 😅 And welcome home! Thanks for bringing the great weather! 😅🍻
It is called NFLBite. I will leave the link for you. I watch M's, Hawks and Husky games as well. We are loving the weather!!!
www.nflbite.com/
@@BrianandCarrie Awesome! Thanks!
Nice video but it's a little misleading. If you are intending on retiring or moving to KL for the medium-to-long term, you can get a similar quality apartment to the one you stayed in for 2500-3000RM fully furnished on a 12-month lease. You paid over 5000RM because it was a short-term holiday let effectively. Any branded products in the malls are about the same or more expensive than in the West (I don't know how the locals and their 3000RM per month salary can afford it) and good quality food can be costly, too, but not excessively so. All this is based on my experience of living and working in KL for 3 years.
Thank you for the comment. We did notice that the pricing for name-brand products is the same as Western pricing and wondered how locals can afford to buy. The longer you lease the better rate you can get for sure. It is nice to get knowledge from someone that has your experience. Thank you again for adding to the channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I should have also added utility bills, which you don’t get with holiday lets but you do with medium-to-long term rentals. I think I was paying a couple of hundred ringgit a month but it’ll vary depending on aircon usage.
Great points all around!! Thank you!!!
Just wondering if the grocery stores carry ORGANIC options for produce and meats? I read that Malaysia uses heavy glyphosate even though there has been a push to ty to ban it-it hasn't happened. Also, they raise chickens in close cramped conditions similar to the US. I keep hearing heavy praise of the food in Malaysia but it sounds like they are mostly talking about the choice of options/cultural foods but not the QUALITY of food. One of the main reasons I want to move from the US is because the foods/soil are so polluted it's like literal slow poison. Unfortunately its very hard to find countries that havent polluted the food supplies.
Hi! We did see quite a bit of organic options in the grocery store, especially the very large store we found. I'm always very happy to see organic options in stores, so this was a very nice find. Cheers!!
There is many hyper market what u in this market pls find it at NSK , GIANT, SEGI, LOTUS
HYPER MARKETS
How is the noise there? I've been living in India with my wife and I absolutely hate it here. It's so loud, neighbors are from hell they blast music and tv so loud you can hear it through our wells, and floor and ceiling.
We've been looking to move to Malaysia while waiting for my wife's visa, and maybe try to get a permanent place there as well.
I'm just really concerned about noise now
Hi! We had no issue with noise at all. Sorry to hear where you are currently is so loud, that must be miserable 😣
@@BrianandCarrie thank you for the update 🙂 I appreciate it!
It's been a struggle. But looking for the best route to go because US is taking too long for the wife's visa.
You guys are awesome and we hope to do the same as y'all some day 😊 blessings to you! Safe travels
Thanks for sharing your honest opinion of kuala lumpur and penang, malaysia. U guys didn’t go to malacca and Cameron highlands?
You're very welcome 🤗. We did not make it to those areas unfortunately, we just enjoyed exploring the area around us in KL. Thank so much for watching!! Cheers 🍻
they are kool shoes!
Welcome to Malaysia 😊
Thank you 😊 💓
Do becareful, I know people who got their purses n bags snatched by thieves on motorcycles in Malaysia!
First make sure you fit in the conditions ($) to get a retirement visa. Quiet different than just 1 month holidays.
Absolutely, that would be an additional cost for anyone looking to settle in Malaysia. Thanks for watching 😊
Just amazing
The place you stay is Robertson ❤
Yes it was, thank you for watching ♥
Am currently researching travelling around SEA for 1-2 years.
Finds that for a single, staying in a 1BR apartment within 600M of Lot 10, USD 1500 for 30 days is possible.
Assumes RM 60 daily for eat-outs on street food, RM 40 for 3-4 cans of beer and RM 120 daily for AirBnB.
I mean, if I want to eat western food in expensive restaurants I wouldn't be travelling to SEA!
So I really try not to eat western food in SEA countries.
Phones and transport etc not included.
And who wants to eat Western food in SE Asia? The food is one of the best parts. Your pricing seems right and phone service is cheap. Check out our Vietnam Cost of Living video. It is very inexpensive!! Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I'm just saying that dining on Western food in SEA is definitely going to blow my budget since meat like beef and lamb are almost all imported, thus expensive.
Could I get a steak, side veges and a drink for RM 20? I doubt it. I don't eat Western food when I visit.
Now local street foods are a different matter.
BTW I read that getting a visa to Vietnam is a bit complicated...ie, need photos etc.
Seems odd Vietnam doesn't have visa on arrival, Like Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia or Sin.
im local.. it is more cheaper than you thought..
We applied for our visa for Vietnam online and had it back in 3 days. Very simple process actually. As for the picture needed we just used a simple head shot taken against a white wall with my cell phone. We look forward to visiting Vietnam again next year as well ☺️
Have you done a video just about vaccines?
No, bit we did cover that in our video about a year ago about going to Vietnam and Thailand. Cheers!!