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As you both mention about Traffic there, Thai people may not always realize just how challenging driving and traffic conditions in Thailand can be, as we’ve grown accustomed to them over time. However, many foreigners who move here quickly notice the difficulties. It would be wonderful if those who live in Thailand and love it could help by sharing small tips, insights, or guidance with the local community or government through social media. Little by little, these efforts could make a positive impact, helping Thai traffic move in a better direction and making Thailand an even greater place for all of us. Love the interview! well done!
Tips for driving in Thailand. Go live in the Middle East for 5 years before moving there - no problem, driving in Thailand suddenly becomes an absolute delight 😎
as a Thai the sidewalk issue has been discussed for many years among Thais but one point that is quite make sense is that we locals dont walk that much as its too hot to walk we ll use other means to travel which u guys are all know. However, we also have hoped for years to develop the sidewalks b more appropriate. Now we are waiting to get all the wires across the city to get into underground. Yes and the wire memes foreigners will b gone forever i hope lol.
Hey Adam. I just moved to Bangkok from the Philippines after living there for almost 3 years. I'm spending about half on my rent here, so I decided to make this my new home base, since I love Bangkok and Thailand. Hope we can meet soon.
This is the best Asian living interview with fantastic info. Way to go Adam. Also, what a great person to interview. He was a great subject, with sensible, solid information.
Great conversation with a pretty cool fellow American! I can really relate. I look forward to being interviewed when I finally retire there! I like the older building idea. I wonder if there are Thai-Falang driving schools. When I'm in Asia (like Taiwan), I do miss sidewalks. As a New Yorker living in Santa Barbara, Bangkok, likely is where I'd base myself, but beach towns (like SB) would also interest me. Keep up the good work!
I'm Thai but spent about50 yrs in the US and recently decided to retire in Thailand following my husband. I find it fascinating that people want to leave their home country and move to Thailand. Such a big contrast in every aspect.
I've just returned from a month-long trip to Thailand, and I've learned that driving there is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Regardless of who has the right of way, if you're first in the intersection, you go first. If you're making a U-turn and you're at the area first, then opposing traffic will stop until you complete your U-turn. There is an unwritten rule to driving in Thailand which you will eventually understand if you're there long enough. Here is a warning for new travelers to Bangkok...IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE WAY THAI PEOPLE DRIVE THEN STAY OFF THE SIDEWALK! Frequent travelers to Bangkok understand this warning.
A bit of an exaggeration of driving in Bangkok…spending some time over the years as a pedestrian in the city, considering all the chaos I’ve never seen a traffic accident involving vehicles or a pedestrian.
@ the warning is to watch out for motorbikes riding on the sidewalks where pedestrians walk. These are mostly motorbike taxis that take shortcuts to avoid traffic congestion.
@ Not yet. At least not one that would come close to hitting someone. See them use the apron to turn around to take commuters down side sois but not as a traffic lane.
The rule of the road in Thailand is like "I will go first" with no stopping until they cannot pass. This includes when pedestrians walk across the street, so for travelers coming to Thailand for the first time, it is better to keep your eyes on the road when crossing.
The point about having a home base is a good one. I think this is the issue with too much nomadic travel.. you don't feel grounded anywhere. It's what I intend on doing. Think it makes a lot of sense if you can afford it.
If I had a nickel for every time I heard the phrase “I don’t want to go back to the United States” standing at the Suvarnabhumi departure gates I’d be retired living in Thailand 🇹🇭 right now. 😅
When I lived in Bangkok I missed the Canadian sidewalks. When my Thai daughter in law visited, I asked her what she liked about Canada. Her first answer was the sidewalks.
I'm curious how he pays his bills without a bank account. I'm a part time BKK resident with a long-term lease and my rent will be paid in 2 days thru auto-pay. Same with MEA, and AIS for phone and wi-fi. H20 I pay the juristic person sometimes a couple months late but they don't seem to mind. As an American, make sure to keep less than a 10K USD balance and you don't need to be concerned about FATCA or FBAR reporting requirements.
Is he living beyond his means with an 80K baht/mo rent? If he's fatFIRE, then I would understand. But he's still hustling and trying to build a company.
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It's crazy how much you sound like your uncle, just like a younger version. Great content, keep it up!
As you both mention about Traffic there, Thai people may not always realize just how challenging driving and traffic conditions in Thailand can be, as we’ve grown accustomed to them over time. However, many foreigners who move here quickly notice the difficulties. It would be wonderful if those who live in Thailand and love it could help by sharing small tips, insights, or guidance with the local community or government through social media. Little by little, these efforts could make a positive impact, helping Thai traffic move in a better direction and making Thailand an even greater place for all of us.
Love the interview! well done!
Tips for driving in Thailand. Go live in the Middle East for 5 years before moving there - no problem, driving in Thailand suddenly becomes an absolute delight 😎
as a Thai the sidewalk issue has been discussed for many years among Thais but one point that is quite make sense is that we locals dont walk that much as its too hot to walk we ll use other means to travel which u guys are all know. However, we also have hoped for years to develop the sidewalks b more appropriate. Now we are waiting to get all the wires across the city to get into underground. Yes and the wire memes foreigners will b gone forever i hope lol.
Hey Adam. I just moved to Bangkok from the Philippines after living there for almost 3 years. I'm spending about half on my rent here, so I decided to make this my new home base, since I love Bangkok and Thailand. Hope we can meet soon.
Thumbs up 👍 Adam & Gavin
This is the best Asian living interview with fantastic info. Way to go Adam. Also, what a great person to interview. He was a great subject, with sensible, solid information.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Leaving November 12th to Bangkok to get my LTR visa 🇹🇭
Nice one!
Great conversation with a pretty cool fellow American! I can really relate. I look forward to being interviewed when I finally retire there!
I like the older building idea.
I wonder if there are Thai-Falang driving schools.
When I'm in Asia (like Taiwan), I do miss sidewalks.
As a New Yorker living in Santa Barbara, Bangkok, likely is where I'd base myself, but beach towns (like SB) would also interest me.
Keep up the good work!
Adam, great video and interview. Like the older building as well. Thanks you !!
I'm Thai but spent about50 yrs in the US and recently decided to retire in Thailand following my husband.
I find it fascinating that people want to leave their home country and move to Thailand. Such a big contrast in every aspect.
Thank you Mr.Gavin for sharing your work and life. I would say good job again, Adam.
I've just returned from a month-long trip to Thailand, and I've learned that driving there is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Regardless of who has the right of way, if you're first in the intersection, you go first. If you're making a U-turn and you're at the area first, then opposing traffic will stop until you complete your U-turn. There is an unwritten rule to driving in Thailand which you will eventually understand if you're there long enough. Here is a warning for new travelers to Bangkok...IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE WAY THAI PEOPLE DRIVE THEN STAY OFF THE SIDEWALK! Frequent travelers to Bangkok understand this warning.
A bit of an exaggeration of driving in Bangkok…spending some time over the years as a pedestrian in the city, considering all the chaos I’ve never seen a traffic accident involving vehicles or a pedestrian.
@ the warning is to watch out for motorbikes riding on the sidewalks where pedestrians walk. These are mostly motorbike taxis that take shortcuts to avoid traffic congestion.
@ Never witnessed that in Bangkok either. Or any other city in Thailand that I’ve spent time in.
@ you’ve never seen motorbikes driving on the sidewalk in Bangkok??? You must be kidding, right?
@ Not yet. At least not one that would come close to hitting someone. See them use the apron to turn around to take commuters down side sois but not as a traffic lane.
The rule of the road in Thailand is like "I will go first" with no stopping until they cannot pass. This includes when pedestrians walk across the street, so for travelers coming to Thailand for the first time, it is better to keep your eyes on the road when crossing.
Even on the train, They need to wait for the car and bike to stop firstat the intersection. 😅
Bangkok definitely feels more developed and refined nowadays than many cities in the West. Of course it lags in some developmental metrics.
Welcome to Thailand, brother. 🇹🇭🇺🇸❤️🤘
Hey Adam, hope you are well, great informative interview, keep up the good work, hope to see you soon again.
Thanks Theo
Nice interview 😊
The point about having a home base is a good one. I think this is the issue with too much nomadic travel.. you don't feel grounded anywhere. It's what I intend on doing. Think it makes a lot of sense if you can afford it.
Nice interview Adam 👌
Yes 🙌
Great video but I need to ask what's going on with the building at 16:19, is it falling over, is it stock photo?
Another banger Adam!
You should interview this guy called Chris Parker. He seems pretty interesting 😂
If I had a nickel for every time I heard the phrase “I don’t want to go back to the United States” standing at the Suvarnabhumi departure gates I’d be retired living in Thailand 🇹🇭 right now. 😅
If Gavin applied for the DTV visa online, what difference does it make whether he applies thru the LA or NY consulates? Isn’t it all online?
When I lived in Bangkok I missed the Canadian sidewalks. When my Thai daughter in law visited, I asked her what she liked about Canada. Her first answer was the sidewalks.
Nice interview ❤
I'm curious how he pays his bills without a bank account. I'm a part time BKK resident with a long-term lease and my rent will be paid in 2 days thru auto-pay. Same with MEA, and AIS for phone and wi-fi. H20 I pay the juristic person sometimes a couple months late but they don't seem to mind. As an American, make sure to keep less than a 10K USD balance and you don't need to be concerned about FATCA or FBAR reporting requirements.
Wise
Combination of Wise, Credit Card, and Cash
Good. Now please learn some basic Thai and your welcome to stay and remain in The Kingdom of Thailand bro.❤
Hello adam
interesting story but mentally draining listening to him speak so automated almost like Ai
Thai Resident means file taxes bro.
Is he living beyond his means with an 80K baht/mo rent? If he's fatFIRE, then I would understand. But he's still hustling and trying to build a company.
don't talk nonsense unless he renounces his USA citizenship
Adam, just shut up already and let the people you're interviewing talk. I want to hear about them, not you.
Welcome to Thailand everyone 🙏🏻🫶🏻💕🇹🇭🥊💯