I’m 60 and going to do the same things but I’m waiting till April because the rent is cheaper and more choices on a condo, do you have a thought on your budget? I’m thinking 2500 dollars a month to just to be safe probably won’t need that much but who knows
Good for you !! Im 62 and in 2020 (Covid) I was fit and working a great well paid job, i had had for 15 years, then i lost the job due to covid, since then I’ve had and lost 3 other jobs, been diagnosed with diabetes, Kidney failure, osteo arthiritis, interstitial lung disease, and had two strokes… always fit before 2020… so now my retirement is forced on me, with low income, poor health and no opportunity to do the things i thought i would at 67 (Retirement age)…. So make the most of it… crack on and enjoy. 😊
Friend...a mirror of what happened to me. Covid reduced our income from €140m to €4m. And it killed my brother. I was well paid, ill (5 heart operations) and 60. I respect Darren's choice and dislike people who think he is going there for young girls. Get a life haters🙏🏽
Darren I’m very happy for you to see you making this decision, I really don’t think you’ll regret it at all. I’m only 31 but I’m jealous to see anybody getting to move there I really want to do the same and live a different life from the norm here in the UK, it’s very quickly becoming a terrible place to live. I really wish you the best of luck I’ve been watching you for at least 3 or 4 years and I think your channel will get bigger and better in Thailand! Definitely document the whole process it’ll be great content 🇹🇭
Hi Darren,what exciting times ahead for u! Big decision but you'll be happy,I'm the same age as you and wanting to know what to do ,your brave and you've no idea how much you've inspired me! Loving your vlogs x your a genuine man,an absolute gentleman x your new apartment is stunning! Having breakfast on the balcony looking at those views! Your meant to be there ! Enjoy every minute x can't wait for all the vlogs x I see you meeting a partner too xx happiness
All the best Darren! Myself and my partner are just back from Croatia, and we’ve been depressed ever since we got back and with good reason - Croatia is such a lovely place with great people, everyone has respect, low crime, no beggars/idiots/rubbish on the streets, and other stuff we all hear about on social media. It’s clear to see the UK is in such a terrible mess, and getting worse! We’re seriously now considering living elsewhere ❤
@@Karen-n4h Hi Karen, we went to Dubrovnik (aka King’s Landing if you’re a Game of Thrones fan!) Really nice for first visit, and it was also our first visit too 😊. We’re def going back at some point!
Well done Darren, you look so much more relaxed, go live your life and if you find after a while it’s not for you, then just come back like you said, looking forward to the vlogs ❤️
I fell in love with Thailand in the early Noughties and I can fully appreciate your wish to settle there. The pace is different and the people, very kind and friendly and the dentists are 100 years ahead of the UK. I wish you well and admit to being quite envious x
Good on you Daren. From the UK myself and my 8th year in Thailand. Left at the same age as yourself. Best move I ever made. The way I look at it is UK is 11 hours away on a plane, I visit my brothers and sisters once every 2 years. I still love the UK but from a past perspective. Thailand is my second home and a place I currently feel most happier now. Good luck with everything you do in your move and the second part of your new life that begins 🤝😉
Vacation in Thailand different then actual living there. I am now in Thailand for 17th vacation in 19yrs time. Would live here but mostly for 6month a year rest in Holland.
YES!!!! What a great move. Well done Darren. Not sure if you saw my message on a previous video before you left for Thailand, but I anticipated this world happen. Wishing you all the best!!!!
Just came across your video. I’m 63 and have been talking about moving to Thaliand for a few years. I am single and freelance in my work (graphic design)and it’s been up and down for a couple of years. I also don’t have the desire or energy to chase it as much as I did plus I’m 63 and considered pretty old now. I have a trip booked to Thailand for Christmas but think I really will just do this trip and then come back and get myself organised and go back again, at least for a year then see how it goes. I’m in Sydney and it’s almost as expensive as London these days and rents are going up and up, etc…If it doesn’t work just go home and get another job. Congrats I have subscribed to your channel.
@DarrenJohn Thailand has that effect, loved seeing how much of an impression the country made on you. Planning on retiring out there myself in the next few years. Good luck🇹🇭🌞
Darren,I am SO excited for you….I jumped off the cliff several times in my life and have never been happier than when I did so…I went to Vancouver in 1980,as a young woman…then went to Abu Dhabi in 2000,UK in 2002,back to Toronto in 2006,finally back to my home here in Prince Edward Island in 2011….I have NEVER been afraid to jump and always had the support of family and friends and never once regretted my moves! Those moves have helped make my life a more colourful tapestry…..and I would jump,again to Thailand if given the chance!…..you will not,for one SECOND ,regret your move.I can promise you that.I am looking so forward now to those new vlogs you will post from Thailand….I am getting older now….65 in February….so I will live vicariously through you !…….your new life is going to be OFF THE CHARTS!!!!!!!!
As a fellow subscriber, I couldn't resist saying how much I enjoyed reading your comment ! I've been something of an oyster all my life. Oh, there's a rock, I better settle down ! Could be because I was a migrant at the age of 12. Anyway. Thanks very much & all the best from Sydney, Australia !
Being watching your Thai adventures. I'm 57 and spent a lot of time in Tenerife. Went to Thailand around 5 years ago. Totally loved it. So much so stayed for an extra month. Since being back twice. A Vietnamese island Phu Qjuoc is incredible. I'm retiring in 3 years and it's an absolute no brainer. As much as I love the Reef. Thailand has a lot more. So cheap. So good. I wish you well. And will we watching to see how your journey goes.
Good on you Darren We went to Thailand in May and was the best place we have been lovely people and very safe compared to many western countries Troy Tasmania
Don’t be worried mate , you will love it. Travel to the neighbouring countries, Cambodia, Vietnam , Laos all cheap to get to, and each special in their own way. All the best
Wishing you the very best of luck Darren. Big decision, but with the support of your family I am sure that it will turn out to be the best decision. Looking forward to seeing new content as you move forward and settle in.
Good for you Darren! Live life the way you want to and make the most of it, your smile is infectious 😊. Look forward to more videos of you exploring your new home x
I had a feeling this was coming, good for you. I have so many friends who have recently done exactly the same. You only live once, make the most of it. You can have a great life in Thailand. My wife is Thai and we spend a lot of time out there. It’s so cheap, people are wonderful and the UK is fast declining and will become too expensive to live. Looking forward to the videos to come, really enjoyed the holiday ones. Good luck mate.
Fantastic news, Darren. Talk about contrasts. We watched your vid from way back when you courageously made reference to feeling a bit low and not at one with life (and we have all been there at some point), and then we tracked your movements during the recent Thai visitation. Come the time you reached Krabi, Hell, you appeared completely different. Call it a bodily renaissance, or a renewal, no matter what; we only know of this exquisite phenomenon by its other name, simply, Thailand. Hey, you will NEVER regret the move you will soon make. After twenty years of going back and forward to the UK from sunny Siam, common sense ultimately prevailed in me, wholly based on each of the points you articulately raised in your absorbing commentary. Loneliness? No one is ever lonely in Paradise; I talk from personal experience. Roll on December, and keep in touch, do. Best wishes to you and yours.
Wishing you the best of luck Darren. Had a mate ,sadly passed now, who lived in Thailand for over 20 years. He told me there were some annual issues he had to deal with in order to remain there, mostly financial requirements the Thai authorities expect you to meet . I'm sure expats in Thailand will provide you with all the necessary info on this issue. Despite some minor problems he often said he wouldn't have changed his life in Thailand for any other. Once again best of luck to you, I'll certainly be watching with great interest your future videos from the Land of Smiles
Darren I have been following you for a while now and I have loved sharing all your adventures, you have got me in tears because you have hit the nail on the head, we only get one life and you need to follow your heart, I am few years off retirement have been doing a very physical job for over 20 years it has taken its toll and after a three week holiday in Bali, my eyes were opened to a new world of beautiful people and surroundings, it makes you realise how in this country you are just like a hamster on a wheel going round and round and not getting anywhere, sending my love and best wishes here's to a bright new future Darren xxx
It’s lovely going on holiday but living somewhere full time is totally different all that glitters is not gold but wishing you all the best with your life x
You got to do whats best for you. It was a pleasure meeting you in Tenerife back in April 2022. You are a great bloke. I wish you all the best for the future 👍👍
Fair play to you Darren, I admire your decision and wish you all the very best. The UK sadly is not what it once was and when I get the chance Im moving to Malta. Really looking forward to following your new life buddy. Good on you !!!
Congratulations on probably the best decision of life. Watching you in Thailand was a genuinely happy love filled experience, you deserve it. Go for it, all the very best
Darren we're not getting any older and stress is a real killer, whatever makes life easier and more enjoyable is better for you. Really happy for you, get stuck in and I cant wait for the videos to continue.
I spent a month in Thailand 5 years ago right before the pandemic. I planned that solo trip for a year, so I could see as much as possible without needing to come back. I went to Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi, and Phi Phi. I was also happier there than I've been in decades here in the US. When I came home in the winter, and had to go back to my job, it put the rest of my life in perspective. I'm 47, and after my 30 year pension is locked in in 4 years, I'm moving out there. A single man's paradise!
Hats off Darren well said it's your decision I've been to Malaysia & Thailand people are so laid back easy to affable. All the best keep us posted. Steven. Birmingham
Well done! First video of yours Iv watched, looking forward to seeing how you get on 🙏. Thailand is magical, went for a month in 2005, looking to go back next year for 20 year anniversary
Been watching your videos for awhile now Darren - Total respect for doing what your doing, live your life! Want to do same in the future without a doubt. Like everyone else says, keep the videos coming...
Fair play to you mate. I'm 50 and I'm thinking of doing the same at 55. Similar situation to you by the sounds of it. Best of luck and I will be watching your videos with interest. All the best mate !
Hi Darren what great news for you I'm not surprised I've been with you from the start as you know hope everything falls into place and the stars do there stuff I'll be with you every blog take care and be safe 😊
Well in DJ, its a big jump in life but we only get one shot, the seasons and festivals in Thailand will make fantastic footage for your channel. I have travelled all over Thailand for nearly 30 years, it never fails to amaze me. I cannot make the plunge and commit to my final years there sadly....i am 10 years older than yourself. I am feeling good and the doctors are happy with my health but certain conditions would render me pretty much a no go for annual health insurance, i would never travel without that. Best wishes DJ on your life changing adventure. Cheers and thanks.
Well done Darren , it takes a lot of courage to take such a step, and you obviously have it. Life is short and you should enjoy it as much as possible. I can't wait for your new videos from Thailand. I wish you much success in moving to the new place. I wish I had your courage to take the step you did...we are the same age
Well I sort have guessed this Darren & good on you for taking the leap It may be scary but think you will be happier as you love Thailand & as you said it’s only a flight away & go where your heart is & open a new chapter in your life Well done for the courage in making this decision & wish you all the best Find your happiness & go for it …we support you all the way xx❤ 👍👍
Good for you mate! I came to England last year and tried a part time tech job, funny enough in Margate. It doesn't cut it even for me that rent a room in Canterbury. I am out very soon. My only regret is that I applied for a post grad visa and paid almost £3000 for it.
Totally understand. You've made your sacrifices, had a son and daughter, got by... and there's nothing keeping you here but the treadmill of work and the treadmill of finding work. We all have to look at how long we've likely got left and what became of our parents.. So you have to follow what excites you and what is meaningful to you. And more of the same is n't it! Good luck to you!
Hi Darren, i knew this was coming when saw how happy you were on your videos from Thialand. Hope everything goes well for you and hope we can be on the journey with you. All the best X
Gonna miss you're foody vids in London, but Thailand is a paradise on earth, and eager tot see the uploads from there, good luck John, enjoying life over there
Hi Darren,wishing you the very best of luck,hopefully you’re carrying on with your channel as I can’t wait to see your vlogs on your new life over there.anyway safe journey and bon voyage.🇬🇧👍🏻😀
All the best Darren for the move, havent visted Thailand since 2009, but hoping to take the family out tgere, and have loved the recent videos. Have you looked up koh sok national park on the floating bungalows, looks amazing.
👍 Good for you 😊.. We've-been-subscribed for-years.. We-enjoy-your-vlogs, and are-now looking-forward-to sharing your-NEW-life.. Really pleased for you. Thailand, here-you-come😊.. Keep-up-the-great-work, and, we'll-continue-enjoying.. Full-Time-Darren-John.. Your-friends in the High Peak..
Give it 12 months and see how you go. I'm a regular visitor to Thailand, and it does feel like a second home to me. I'll be semi-retiring over there in about 7 years. IMO the UK has well and truly fallen, and I'm tired of London now. Good luck to you Darren.
Good luck too you mate, my best friends dad moved there a few years back, he’s now married and running his own bar living his best life at 55. Keep the vlogs coming, will be awsome to follow your journey 👍🏼
It rains 6 months of the year and is too hot and humid the other 6 months. He will end up like many others drinking beer at 11am watching the traffic go by.
Thailand had a magical effect on me too. Think carefully if you are planning live permanently in Bangkok, the air pollution can be very poor there certain times of the year.
I hope you have a wonderful life in Thailand Darren. Would love to see you continue on you tube and keep us in touch with your new life. Best wishes. ❤
Hi Darren Recently found yr site. V similar situation with me. 58. Good job. Love Thailand. Been 20 plus times. Planning on moving full time soon too. It ticks all the boxes. Would love to compare notes maybe. Good on you mate
Thats great m8, happy for you, so true we work all our lives and miss out on so much. Im only 45 and think what else is out there and setting my sail. Look forward to your blogs when you go back bud 👍👍👌👌
You've done well for yourself - your kids have strong careers and relationships, you've lived in London, the best city in the world for all your life, now you get to enjoy all of Southeast Asia and feel like a kid again discovering the world around you. That is a storybook life that many would envy. Plus you have at least 20 more years of good health. That is an eternity to enjoy your retirement and work on your channels in Asia.
Good on you mate! You can see just by your face how right this decision is, wishing you all the best!!!
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I’m 60 and going to do the same things but I’m waiting till April because the rent is cheaper and more choices on a condo, do you have a thought on your budget? I’m thinking 2500 dollars a month to just to be safe probably won’t need that much but who knows
@@jefferylord308that’s a big budget I think for over there
Good for you !! Im 62 and in 2020 (Covid) I was fit and working a great well paid job, i had had for 15 years, then i lost the job due to covid, since then I’ve had and lost 3 other jobs, been diagnosed with diabetes, Kidney failure, osteo arthiritis, interstitial lung disease, and had two strokes… always fit before 2020… so now my retirement is forced on me, with low income, poor health and no opportunity to do the things i thought i would at 67 (Retirement age)…. So make the most of it… crack on and enjoy. 😊
Friend...a mirror of what happened to me. Covid reduced our income from €140m to €4m. And it killed my brother. I was well paid, ill (5 heart operations) and 60. I respect Darren's choice and dislike people who think he is going there for young girls. Get a life haters🙏🏽
Darren I’m very happy for you to see you making this decision, I really don’t think you’ll regret it at all. I’m only 31 but I’m jealous to see anybody getting to move there I really want to do the same and live a different life from the norm here in the UK, it’s very quickly becoming a terrible place to live. I really wish you the best of luck I’ve been watching you for at least 3 or 4 years and I think your channel will get bigger and better in Thailand! Definitely document the whole process it’ll be great content 🇹🇭
Right!! that's it. we're all coming with you. don't think your leaving us behind.
Taxi !!! good luck. 👍
Good for you Darren, we’ve only got one life, there’s no dress rehearsal. Go & have the best life wherever makes you happy.
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Hi Darren,what exciting times ahead for u! Big decision but you'll be happy,I'm the same age as you and wanting to know what to do ,your brave and you've no idea how much you've inspired me! Loving your vlogs x your a genuine man,an absolute gentleman x your new apartment is stunning! Having breakfast on the balcony looking at those views! Your meant to be there ! Enjoy every minute x can't wait for all the vlogs x I see you meeting a partner too xx happiness
Fair Play Darren...it takes guts to make that move so wishing you the very best from rainy Dublin. Hoping you keep up the videos ....
All the best Darren! Myself and my partner are just back from Croatia, and we’ve been depressed ever since we got back and with good reason - Croatia is such a lovely place with great people, everyone has respect, low crime, no beggars/idiots/rubbish on the streets, and other stuff we all hear about on social media. It’s clear to see the UK is in such a terrible mess, and getting worse! We’re seriously now considering living elsewhere ❤
They don’t seem to have an issue with the ECHR in Croatia , or being part of the EU
@@adamwynyard4065 let’s see what they say after a few years in it
Marksherman where would u say first visit in Croatia as been on my list for nxt year 😊
@@Karen-n4h Hi Karen, we went to Dubrovnik (aka King’s Landing if you’re a Game of Thrones fan!) Really nice for first visit, and it was also our first visit too 😊. We’re def going back at some point!
Well done Darren, you look so much more relaxed, go live your life and if you find after a while it’s not for you, then just come back like you said, looking forward to the vlogs ❤️
You're making perfect sense. Very well timed with the state of play in the UK right now. I'm a new subscriber.
I fell in love with Thailand in the early Noughties and I can fully appreciate your wish to settle there. The pace is different and the people, very kind and friendly and the dentists are 100 years ahead of the UK. I wish you well and admit to being quite envious x
Good on you Daren. From the UK myself and my 8th year in Thailand. Left at the same age as yourself. Best move I ever made. The way I look at it is UK is 11 hours away on a plane, I visit my brothers and sisters once every 2 years. I still love the UK but from a past perspective. Thailand is my second home and a place I currently feel most happier now. Good luck with everything you do in your move and the second part of your new life that begins 🤝😉
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Everyone falls in love in Thailand. Be very careful moving there, I've seen this story a 1000s times. A lot of very different outcomes. All the best.
Vacation in Thailand different then actual living there. I am now in Thailand for 17th vacation in 19yrs time. Would live here but mostly for 6month a year rest in Holland.
Cannot be stressed enough .
Me too. I don't hear any economics in this story.
Yes be careful, no rushing in to anything
Good advice. Lots of casualties out there
YES!!!! What a great move. Well done Darren. Not sure if you saw my message on a previous video before you left for Thailand, but I anticipated this world happen. Wishing you all the best!!!!
Just came across your video. I’m 63 and have been talking about moving to Thaliand for a few years. I am single and freelance in my work (graphic design)and it’s been up and down for a couple of years. I also don’t have the desire or energy to chase it as much as I did plus I’m 63 and considered pretty old now. I have a trip booked to Thailand for Christmas but think I really will just do this trip and then come back and get myself organised and go back again, at least for a year then see how it goes. I’m in Sydney and it’s almost as expensive as London these days and rents are going up and up, etc…If it doesn’t work just go home and get another job. Congrats I have subscribed to your channel.
Thank you - welcome aboard
@DarrenJohn Thailand has that effect, loved seeing how much of an impression the country made on you. Planning on retiring out there myself in the next few years. Good luck🇹🇭🌞
Darren,I am SO excited for you….I jumped off the cliff several times in my life and have never been happier than when I did so…I went to Vancouver in 1980,as a young woman…then went to Abu Dhabi in 2000,UK in 2002,back to Toronto in 2006,finally back to my home here in Prince Edward Island in 2011….I have NEVER been afraid to jump and always had the support of family and friends and never once regretted my moves! Those moves have helped make my life a more colourful tapestry…..and I would jump,again to Thailand if given the chance!…..you will not,for one SECOND ,regret your move.I can promise you that.I am looking so forward now to those new vlogs you will post from Thailand….I am getting older now….65 in February….so I will live vicariously through you !…….your new life is going to be OFF THE CHARTS!!!!!!!!
As a fellow subscriber, I couldn't resist saying how much I enjoyed reading your comment ! I've been something of an oyster all my life. Oh, there's a rock, I better settle down ! Could be because I was a migrant at the age of 12. Anyway. Thanks very much & all the best from Sydney, Australia !
@@michaelfelsinger-k2i so glad you liked my comment!
Thank you so much
Being watching your Thai adventures. I'm 57 and spent a lot of time in Tenerife. Went to Thailand around 5 years ago. Totally loved it. So much so stayed for an extra month. Since being back twice. A Vietnamese island Phu Qjuoc is incredible. I'm retiring in 3 years and it's an absolute no brainer. As much as I love the Reef. Thailand has a lot more. So cheap. So good. I wish you well. And will we watching to see how your journey goes.
Cool, thanks
Congratulations D.J. Enjoy the new life. I’ll keep watching. Looking forward to watching your new experiences and journeys ahead.
Appreciate it, thank you
I admire you. You clearly love your life, and your family, very much. Wishing you all the best and looking forward to your new adventures.
Good shout 👍 I like to spend winters in Thailand 🇹🇭.
I’m flying out 30th Dec for 3 months back UK for Spring
Good on you Darren
We went to Thailand in May and was the best place we have been lovely people and very safe compared to many western countries
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Brilliant Darren all the best and enjoy your twilight years. The land of smiles will make you younger. Enjoy
Twilight years? He's 55 not 80. I'm 54. We're middle aged I'll have you know! 😉
Fair play.. onwards and upwards.. u have so much happiness ahead of u in Thailand. i might bump into u
Firstime viewer here. You seem like a top bloke and I hope the move goes well. I look forward to following your experience. Good luck!
Don’t be worried mate , you will love it. Travel to the neighbouring countries, Cambodia, Vietnam , Laos all cheap to get to, and each special in their own way. All the best
Wishing you the very best of luck Darren. Big decision, but with the support of your family I am sure that it will turn out to be the best decision. Looking forward to seeing new content as you move forward and settle in.
Good for you Darren! Live life the way you want to and make the most of it, your smile is infectious 😊. Look forward to more videos of you exploring your new home x
So happy for you Darren 🇹🇭
Hope one day to do the same
Good luck Darren new life mate I’m moved there when I’m was 59 I’m been in Bangkok now 3 years love it here good luck mate
I had a feeling this was coming, good for you. I have so many friends who have recently done exactly the same. You only live once, make the most of it.
You can have a great life in Thailand. My wife is Thai and we spend a lot of time out there. It’s so cheap, people are wonderful and the UK is fast declining and will become too expensive to live.
Looking forward to the videos to come, really enjoyed the holiday ones.
Good luck mate.
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Fantastic news, Darren. Talk about contrasts. We watched your vid from way back when you courageously made reference to feeling a bit low and not at one with life (and we have all been there at some point), and then we tracked your movements during the recent Thai visitation. Come the time you reached Krabi, Hell, you appeared completely different. Call it a bodily renaissance, or a renewal, no matter what; we only know of this exquisite phenomenon by its other name, simply, Thailand. Hey, you will NEVER regret the move you will soon make. After twenty years of going back and forward to the UK from sunny Siam, common sense ultimately prevailed in me, wholly based on each of the points you articulately raised in your absorbing commentary. Loneliness? No one is ever lonely in Paradise; I talk from personal experience. Roll on December, and keep in touch, do. Best wishes to you and yours.
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Good luck to you mate, looking forward to watching it all pan out!
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Wishing you the best of luck Darren. Had a mate ,sadly passed now, who lived in Thailand for over 20 years. He told me there were some annual issues he had to deal with in order to remain there, mostly financial requirements the Thai authorities expect you to meet . I'm sure expats in Thailand will provide you with all the necessary info on this issue. Despite some minor problems he often said he wouldn't have changed his life in Thailand for any other.
Once again best of luck to you, I'll certainly be watching with great interest your future videos from the Land of Smiles
Please carry on making the videos, Don't disappear off the charts Darren. All the very best in your new life.
Interesting. Well it’s v nice to be in touch. Will follow yr vids. I was in Bangkok last week and it’s grim being back in cold grey London!
Darren I have been following you for a while now and I have loved sharing all your adventures, you have got me in tears because you have hit the nail on the head, we only get one life and you need to follow your heart, I am few years off retirement have been doing a very physical job for over 20 years it has taken its toll and after a three week holiday in Bali, my eyes were opened to a new world of beautiful people and surroundings, it makes you realise how in this country you are just like a hamster on a wheel going round and round and not getting anywhere, sending my love and best wishes here's to a bright new future Darren xxx
It’s lovely going on holiday but living somewhere full time is totally different all that glitters is not gold but wishing you all the best with your life x
Good luck Darren for your new life in Thailand look forward to watching ya vlogs from there 👍
Well done DJ and I hope you still send back great love and videos for us all to enjoy ❤
Best of luck with the move and the start of a new chapter in your life!
Best of luck Darren, life is far too short so do what makes you happy. Wishing you the best in your new adventure. Linda x
Goodluck Darren hope all goes well life is for living and is short too make the most of it enjoy fair play to setting the sail best wishes.
I am so happy for you, it looks beautiful in Thailand. You were so happy over there it was great to watch. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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You got to do whats best for you. It was a pleasure meeting you in Tenerife back in April 2022. You are a great bloke. I wish you all the best for the future 👍👍
Fair play to you Darren, I admire your decision and wish you all the very best. The UK sadly is not what it once was and when I get the chance Im moving to Malta. Really looking forward to following your new life buddy. Good on you !!!
Great News. Myself and my wife made the same decision 12 months ago, and moved to Thailand this August….. best decision we have made!
Congratulations on probably the best decision of life. Watching you in Thailand was a genuinely happy love filled experience, you deserve it. Go for it, all the very best
Wishing you all the best for your future, looking forward to following you and your new venture!
Take care!
Darren we're not getting any older and stress is a real killer, whatever makes life easier and more enjoyable is better for you. Really happy for you, get stuck in and I cant wait for the videos to continue.
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I spent a month in Thailand 5 years ago right before the pandemic. I planned that solo trip for a year, so I could see as much as possible without needing to come back. I went to Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi, and Phi Phi. I was also happier there than I've been in decades here in the US. When I came home in the winter, and had to go back to my job, it put the rest of my life in perspective. I'm 47, and after my 30 year pension is locked in in 4 years, I'm moving out there. A single man's paradise!
Hats off Darren well said it's your decision I've been to Malaysia & Thailand people are so laid back easy to affable. All the best keep us posted. Steven. Birmingham
Well done! First video of yours Iv watched, looking forward to seeing how you get on 🙏. Thailand is magical, went for a month in 2005, looking to go back next year for 20 year anniversary
Been watching your videos for awhile now Darren - Total respect for doing what your doing, live your life! Want to do same in the future without a doubt. Like everyone else says, keep the videos coming...
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Bravo, Darren. I have lived in Thailand for nearly ten years. I think you made the right choice.
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Good on you DJ. Wish I had your courage to follow the dream. Wishing you the very best of luck and happiness in your new life.
Thank you so much Alan
Oh wow! welcome back to Thailand! really enjoy your Thailand videos.
Fair play to you mate. I'm 50 and I'm thinking of doing the same at 55. Similar situation to you by the sounds of it. Best of luck and I will be watching your videos with interest. All the best mate !
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Great news really happy for you can’t wait for December
Hi Darren what great news for you I'm not surprised I've been with you from the start as you know hope everything falls into place and the stars do there stuff I'll be with you every blog take care and be safe 😊
I totally understand my mom and dad retired early to spend time together and she was dead at 61. I wish you all the best and do what makes you happy
The land of smiles can be a dangerous place! Just be careful out there. I'm sure you'll make a good go of it and i wish you all the best.
I wish you all the luck in the world… you’re so right in everything you say. Have a wonderful new start and life 😊💕
Well in DJ, its a big jump in life but we only get one shot, the seasons and festivals in Thailand will make fantastic footage for your channel. I have travelled all over Thailand for nearly 30 years, it never fails to amaze me. I cannot make the plunge and commit to my final years there sadly....i am 10 years older than yourself. I am feeling good and the doctors are happy with my health but certain conditions would render me pretty much a no go for annual health insurance, i would never travel without that. Best wishes DJ on your life changing adventure. Cheers and thanks.
Good luck Darren. Hope you find what you are lòoking for.
Well done Darren , it takes a lot of courage to take such a step, and you obviously have it. Life is short and you should enjoy it as much as possible. I can't wait for your new videos from Thailand. I wish you much success in moving to the new place. I wish I had your courage to take the step you did...we are the same age
Very kind
Good luck Darren! I'm really pleased for you, look forward to more brilliant video. Best wishes.
Sending you my best wishes DJ. Thanks for all you have produced for this channel xx
Thank you - I will continue to do so
Best of luck with your new move! Look forward to the new content !
Good for you Darren. I’m sure you won’t regret it. Judging from the videos that you made there you’ll have the happy life that you deserve ❤
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All the best to you Darren, hats off to you making a brave decision.
Well I sort have guessed this Darren & good on you for taking the leap It may be scary but think you will be happier as you love Thailand & as you said it’s only a flight away & go where your heart is & open a new chapter in your life Well done for the courage in making this decision & wish you all the best Find your happiness & go for it …we support you all the way xx❤ 👍👍
Good for you mate! I came to England last year and tried a part time tech job, funny enough in Margate. It doesn't cut it even for me that rent a room in Canterbury. I am out very soon. My only regret is that I applied for a post grad visa and paid almost £3000 for it.
All the best Darren!! Definitely wont regret it. Do love that part of the world.
I wish you well I haven't been able to work for 3 years due to a back injury struggle to even walk an only 61 I hope all goes well take care
Totally understand. You've made your sacrifices, had a son and daughter, got by... and there's nothing keeping you here but the treadmill of work and the treadmill of finding work. We all have to look at how long we've likely got left and what became of our parents.. So you have to follow what excites you and what is meaningful to you. And more of the same is n't it! Good luck to you!
Hi Darren, i knew this was coming when saw how happy you were on your videos from Thialand. Hope everything goes well for you and hope we can be on the journey with you. All the best X
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All the best fella keep doing what your doing you put out good content loved your restaurant review videos 👏
Gonna miss you're foody vids in London, but Thailand is a paradise on earth, and eager tot see the uploads from there, good luck John, enjoying life over there
Go for it Darren,and complete your dream.. it's yours to live,no one elses..much admiration to you.
Hi Darren,wishing you the very best of luck,hopefully you’re carrying on with your channel as I can’t wait to see your vlogs on your new life over there.anyway safe journey and bon voyage.🇬🇧👍🏻😀
Fair wind and calm sea's on your new journey 😊
All the best Darren for the move, havent visted Thailand since 2009, but hoping to take the family out tgere, and have loved the recent videos.
Have you looked up koh sok national park on the floating bungalows, looks amazing.
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I reckon that’s a great move hope you have a great life there , and look forward to the next chapter 👍🏻
Subbed and coming along on your adventure. Got three boys and once they fly the nest we will be off too.
Welcome aboard
@ welcome abroad! 🤣
The grass ids always greener over the septic tank. Good luck
Give it 12 months and see how you go. I'm a regular visitor to Thailand, and it does feel like a second home to me. I'll be semi-retiring over there in about 7 years. IMO the UK has well and truly fallen, and I'm tired of London now. Good luck to you Darren.
Good luck too you mate, my best friends dad moved there a few years back, he’s now married and running his own bar living his best life at 55.
Keep the vlogs coming, will be awsome to follow your journey 👍🏼
That's awesome
Go for it DJ. Cost of living so much cheaper and awesome weather. Life is too short. Live the dream!
It rains 6 months of the year and is too hot and humid the other 6 months.
He will end up like many others drinking beer at 11am watching the traffic go by.
@galdessa1 Doubt DJ will move to Pattaya
Thailand had a magical effect on me too. Think carefully if you are planning live permanently in Bangkok, the air pollution can be very poor there certain times of the year.
Good on you Darren. Best of luck with your new adventures mate
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I hope you have a wonderful life in Thailand Darren. Would love to see you continue on you tube and keep us in touch with your new life. Best wishes. ❤
I hope so too
Hi Darren
Recently found yr site. V similar situation with me. 58. Good job. Love Thailand. Been 20 plus times. Planning on moving full time soon too. It ticks all the boxes. Would love to compare notes maybe. Good on you mate
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The very very best of luck to you John - I got to retire at 52 and it’s a life changing experience for the better
Fantastic Darren !! I wish you all the best ..
Thats great m8, happy for you, so true we work all our lives and miss out on so much. Im only 45 and think what else is out there and setting my sail.
Look forward to your blogs when you go back bud 👍👍👌👌
You've done well for yourself - your kids have strong careers and relationships, you've lived in London, the best city in the world for all your life, now you get to enjoy all of Southeast Asia and feel like a kid again discovering the world around you. That is a storybook life that many would envy. Plus you have at least 20 more years of good health. That is an eternity to enjoy your retirement and work on your channels in Asia.
Just wish I could do the same. Good luck, Darren😊
Good luck to you darren, I’m out there on the 20th December for a month…
Will buy you a beer if I see you out there
Brave decision mate, hope it all goes well. Look forward to your moving vlog.