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Thank you for the kind words. You will enjoy all the street food and markets. There is a night life but nothing like Pattaya.

Thank you for watching. This is exactly what we found ourselves doing. We would end up visiting Nutcha’s family in Pattaya at least once a month. We found Jomtien to be the right place for us. It’s nestled between the pace of Pattaya and Hua Hin. Hua Hin is a nice place to retire. Lots of Caucasian garbage there over 55.

@@jamesjones2173 for Songkran it’s Pattaya for sure. 👍

Morocco! Cool. We hope you enjoy some of our other videos. Check out our latest one. Similar style.

Fair assessment. Were they locals or farangs or both? We noticed many Thai families there. We were there couple weeks ago and the road did feel like Beach Rd on Pattaya or Jomiten. Fortunately we got there a little earlier and managed to get a spot under the umbrella. Nutcha was saying that although the Thai's don't really celebrate Christmas they still take a week or so off for the New Years celebration.

Your videos have a beautiful natural feel to them. Well done

That's the shocking part. 🤣

Thank you for those kind words. We are super glad you enjoyed it.

Come to Jomtien when you get to Pattaya. Many retirees here. It’s only a few miles up the road from Pattaya.. The pace and feel sits between the craziness of Pattaya and the laid back feel of Hua Hin.

How have you found it so far?

@@ThailandWalkabout It's a bit early to tell. I don't drink, so there's no benefit to living five minutes from Pattaya. And I want to ride a bicycle. I had visited Hua Hin around 5 X. I like it's quieter beach, and the fact its beach road doesn't really have businesses on it, and is hidden from the main drag. But I only prefer the section near the night market and the library. Far less traffic than most of Jomtien. Different demographic and fewer guys sitting in bars in the a.m.

@@bijanbayne3259 Sounds like you are comfortable with your decision. Did you have the chance to visit Bang Saray near Pattaya?

@@ThailandWalkabout Only very briefly.

To me, Jomtien is just the same as Pattaya. I found it to be fun, but not to live in. Hua Hin seems like the answer. What say You?

Thanks for the kind words. If you like the feel of Hua HIn and the pace try out Bang Saray and Rayong. About 15 - 40 minutes respectively to and from Pattaya to Bang Saray. Both in my opinion are equally nice. You might be pleasantly surprised. We have a Bang Saray video going up in the next couple of days.

I was in Pattaya last February and loved it. Thinking of going to Hua Hin only because of this comparison video. I am over 65 and may enjoy the slower vibe of Hua Hin. But there may be "no vibe" from what I heard in this video.

@@9344music5 That's probably the best way to describe it. Hua Hin has a slower vibe and for many that's just fine. We needed a little more and found Jomtien to be our pace. I find Pattaya to hectic. Did you have the opportunity to go to Bang Saray? I'd say that's on par when it comes to the beach.

I agree. Hua Hin is more elderly focused and that's fine. Good place for golfing. The pace is more hectic in Pattaya. If you want more of a Hua Hin I think Bang Saray is a good option. Similar pace. I have a video coming out in the next couple days of us visiting Bang Saray.

That is an observation that is shared by many. Nutcha and I from time to time go to drinking bars for a drink and a couple games of pool. What else can they do? Many live in poverty and come from the province in the hope of making money for the family back home or a new life. The observation you make is more to do with socio-economic issues that challenge many SE countries and is not exclusive to Thailand. Philippines springs to mind. In some of our videos we visit Buddhist temples. We have a playlist of a couple. I am about to upload our visit to the Golden Buddha Mountain in Bang Saray in a couple days. Have a lovely day.

@@thomasfriis8106 living there for 1 year you’d have a good understanding of what I’m talking about. We’ve been in Jomtien for 6 weeks now and were happy with our decision. It has more atmosphere and vibe about it.

Agree totally , also not as far from Bangkok if you fly anywhere .

@@nineseven420empire3 yes personally the beach in Hua Hin didn’t do it for me. I actually preferred the beaches in Pran Buri it’s about 20 minutes ride south of Hua Hin. I think a place like Bangsaray is a good balance of beach, resto bars and if you want more action you have jomtien and Pattaya up the road.

@@stevotropics yes Nutcha and I intend to stay long term. I’d look at Jomtien if you want to life in a condo. About 5-6km away from Pattaya but still close enough if you want to go there. Bangsaray is about 15km down the road equally nice. You can see Jomtien and Pattaya beach from Bangsaray beach so it’s a nice aspect. Has resto bars, great seafood and it’s not as built up as Jomtien/Pattaya. You got some housing estates and subdivisions that are nice there. Not to far from the famous golden Buddha carved in side of mountain. I have a friend 61 been living there for 15 years loves it. I can see why.

@ThailandWalkabout thank you 🙏

@@ThailandWalkabout I lived in Jomtien a year. Now I'm in Hua Hin. I don't drink or club, and I want to ride a bicycle

I'm 70 and found Pattaya to be a great party town, but maybe a bit much for my speed. Great for fun but not too sure about regular living long term. Will try Hua Hin.

@@9344music5 I think Hua Hin will be right up your alley. From memory the bars in Hua Hin recently had trading hours restricted. It may have changed since I last heard due to an incident in the area. I know bars in and around Bintabaht had their trading hours cut back from 2-3am to midnight with a lot of negotiations going on with bar owners and police. Soi 80 and 94 is akin to lets say Soi 7 and 8 but 3/4 the pace. The women there are a little older than what you would find in Pattaya. But attractive nonetheless.

Thanks for the positive feedback. Hua Hin is a nice place but you have hidden gems like Pran Buri which is only 20-30 mins ride/drive from Hua Hin.

Oh Geez you are sounding like my Brother. lol Good advice. Got scabbing removed from the bridge of my nose 2 months ago. (Early skin cancer).

@@oliviagilmore8125 appreciate the kind words. Here is a link to time table for Koh Larn. www.barefootpattaya.com/?p=212 There are many other options. Speed boat will get you there in 20 mins. Bumpy ride but fun. Price range is 1500-2000. Otherwise it’s 40 mins by ferry. Done both prefer the smoother ferry ride tvh.

@@ThailandWalkabout wow! Thank you so much!!

@ you are most welcome.

Pattaya women are the best. Thailand heat is beneficial for my health. I prefer hot to cold. If I wanted cold I'd stay in Sydney and get my four seasons. Don't know much about the democratically run NYC. I know that DJT won.

@@nathalieduran7355 lol. I think Jomtien would be your niche.

If you mean renting a golf cart and driving it I am not sure about that to be honest. I didn’t see anything like that. I did see a shop near the beach advertising prices per head but you have a Thai driver taking you around.

@@ThailandWalkabout Thank you so much

@@John-redc fortunately I haven’t had surgery here in Thailand other than freezing off skin cancer on my nose. The after care was put some sunscreen on. The hospitals do feel transactional. I am surprised there is no after care for surgeries. If I could I’d probably fly back to Australia if the surgery was non-urgent.

@ThailandWalkabout i have had some skin cancers frozen off my body here in BKK at Samitivej hospital Sukhumvit. She was very good and did give some advice. But not as thorough as I have had done in Oz. Over the years, I have done some myself using dry ice. But it is not as cold as nitrogen. Still, it works on small ones.

@@jesselivermore4318 what is the waiting time though? I hear it can take hours before you are seen.

@ThailandWalkabout it is, could arrive 6.30 am and leave noon.

@@TheWelwyn21 it was kind of crowded. We’re going back low season for sure.

@@hl3369 I did see some locals fishing off the pier however I am not sure if there is a designated area for tourists or even if it is allowed. Nutcha and I will be going back soon to stay for a couple days when my daughter goes back home and proper explore the island. I’ll make sure to cover that question.

@ThailandWalkabout Yeah I will be in Pat from Jan13 to mid Feb, thinking of spending some lazy days fishing.

@@hl3369 need to get back into fishing. Used to love fishing with my step sons in the Gold Coast Australia.

@NeilGlass-h8q it can be like that unscripted. I’ll try pick up the pace next time.

If you speak faster, I would not understand what you are saying because quicker speakers don't think before they speak. Lol

@@boogaloob4638 haha. The shocking truth is everyone knew were I was in the first 30 seconds. My shout at the bar next time to sooth those nerves.

And half of them are in soi 6

@@Pattayaman999 20,001. 🤣

@@philjohnson3829 😂 Nothing wrong with that is it?

Appreciate your comment. We will return to Hua Hin for a stop over in the near future. Do a road trip on route to Phuket and/or Krabi. Soldier on Sir. 😊

@@peterchapman69 😂

@@jangunner yes true. Jomtien is also laid back but more options for me to create content in and around Pattaya. Closer to Bangkok.

Good stuff. Make sure to check out Baan Khun Por Market on Soi 88. Great food there and good prices. They have live entertainment everyday from 7ish onwards. Tamarind and Ciacada Markets is more for tourists little pricey. Also Soi 51 has a great Korean restaurant. In fact all of Soi 51 is great. If there is anything that interests you let me know if I can point you in the right direction.

@@ThailandWalkabout I want to find a condo near the night market, hospital and library. My hotel of choice was there. I love the tone of the city, the quiet beach, and the fact it isn't bar centric

@@bijanbayne3259 Try DusitD2 next to BluPort. I have an agent number if you want to shot me an email. She might still have our condo up for lease.You have San Paulo Hospital and Bangkok Hospital literally minutes away.

Big fan of Prachuap as well. We will definitely stop there again on a motorcycle road trip in the near future.

@@aussiesam01 I know I know. That’s the shocking part. Well at least you can tell I’m a newbie in the area. 😂

Yeah embarrassing but unfortunately Thailand and youtube is full of this BS now

@@ThailandWalkabout Haha no worries mate, we all make mistakes. Hope you are having a good time there at Jomtien. I used to stay at Pratumnak as it's a good spot between Pattaya and Jomtien.Pattaya i too busy for me. I've taken your place at Hua Hin, staying here until Jan 9th.

@@JohnMc1722 😂 Lang may yer lum reek.

@@aussiesam01 I think I know where that is. Is that near Sky Gallery/Chocolate Factory?

@@stefankropff we used to live in DusitD2 next to Bluport. We noticed in the last 6 months an increase in Russian families moving into the relatively small 35m2 condos using downstairs swimming pool/workspace area for their business. They seem to keep to themselves. Not much assimilating.

That’s exactly why I stay Hua hin .

@@jonwilliwob that’s fair enough.

@@overpar9878 good summary of Hua Hin. Not much of a golf player to be honest. But all the points you’ve made I definitely agree with. It’s just that over time it eventually got a little mundane for us. We lived there for 8 months and got a good flavour of the place and its vibe. It is laid back and a great place for a quick 7-day get away. I appreciate your input.

Thinking of retiring in Hua Hin or Pattaya, avid golfer. Which one is cheaper to play golf 3 times a week? Can't seem to find any golf course with memberships.

@ not much of a golfer however if golfing is your thing then Hua Hin might be a better choice for you. When I lived there I saw a lot of golfing advertisements and properties for sale in and around the golf course. I don’t see any adverts or hear much about golfing here in Pattaya/Jomtien.

@@jimsilverdale205 Hi, I didnt really look into memberships at Hua Hin as I was just visiting but I know they have traditional membership deals as I played with some members. Regarding cost I bet they are cheap compared to the UK. For example, we played Black Mountain, recognised as the 63rd best course in the world (or something like that) and it cost £110 inc buggy and caddy. In the UK, as you are probably aware, the cost would be £300 plus..

@@overpar9878 Thanks for the info

@@marcp108 4 months in the year is probably the perfect amount of time you need there to really appreciate all that HH has to offer. Sounds like you got a good routine.

@donleslie3402 I know I know. I should have double checked before I opened my mouth. 😂