I didn't know that places like this existed anymore. Thank you for the wonderful video, I learned a great deal and look forward to visiting, Bravo Philip !!
This video does not give you an accurate picture of what to expect for cost of living on KP. Philip left a lot of costs out. The chef at Orion does not live on 15,000 baht a month. Philip did not talk about visa costs , especially if you want to stay longer than 3mo, or the cost of leaving the country and returning after 3 mo or paying high amounts for more long term visa options. If you would continue to eat at the more high end places he went to in the video and were eating 2 or 3 meals a day, and then doing classes, massage, etc a few days a week and paying 8-10,000 baht a month (or more) for rent and another 500--1000 baht (or more if you use AC) for utilities, and pay for Thai phone service, you will be spending a lot more than 15,000 baht. Oh yes then there's renting a motorbike for 3000/mo. Then there is required health insurance costs for some visa options. I pay 4,500/mo for rent and utilities (no AC), eat out usually at cheaper restaurants more like Mama Koi's or Anutta (very good and inexpensive Thai food) or the Phangan Food Court, (a great choice he missed) and make most of my meals at home. I go to classes, and get massage regularly, buy gas and repairs for my motorbike. I live simply but luxuriously for 30-35,000/month. I think that is a more reasonable estimate, particularly as he is showing you more high end places to eat and stay and take classes (Orion). People staying here longer amounts of time often travel to different parts of Thailand, especially during the rainy season ,typically November into January. These are additional costs. To repeat--this video does not give you an accurate picture of what to expect for cost of living on KP.
Despite doesn't cover a whole picture of how much it would be, cause is very hard to stimate, it shows basic information what to expect in certain areas. Also counts if you drink alcohol or take drugs, hobbies, lazada, whatever. Still I think is a fair and brief explanation of what can you find there, it gives information to people that certainly have no freaking idea what's going on in Thailand, and that's something to appreciate!
How do you get to 30-35k if you spend 4500 for you accomodation and eat at the local restaurants? I guess a class/massage daily and maybe some party/alcohol? I lived very comfortable for 25k per month incl. travel insurance (see above)
Chef Cooper doesn't live on 15,000 baht per month right now, BUT he did for many months. Including accommodation, food, even weekly massage. For this of course you can eat only local food or cook for yourself and you won't have a luxurious life, but a nice one ;-)
@@CooProCinematographyyes, but Many years ago, and without going out anywhere especially with 300bht tickets that includes 1 cup of cocoa and no good food. No bike, no AC, no massage, no girlfriend, no travel, no visa etc etc etc. Should be said that you can Survive on 15,000 baht for a limited time, like the 1 month. Been there, done that.
I absolutely love this island! Thanks for breaking down the budget, many digital nomads are talking about Koh Phangan now. Looking forward to this video🤙
Absolutely a great video, this is so what I want to do and experience. Thank you for showing this and letting those of us that want to drop out of the matrix that it can be done, and that it is affordable.
Thank you Anthony. Yes! Koh Phangan might be the perfect escape from the matrix. The simple life is a good life, and there are so many doing it on Koh Phangan. Hope you can experience it.
you can live in New York with 400 dollars as well.... but the true is not a good life to live in thailand without money, possible as any other place but not good at all....
Everything depends on your lifestyle, who you know, the ambient resources available to you and finally most important of all the level of materialism you grew up with. $500 a month in Southern Thailand (approximately 2x more expensive than Northern Thailand) would be very frugal lifestyle, but doable. Here's a secret, if you're used to living in an ashram, prison or the military, you probably could survive on even less. I know people who lived on under $200 a month in America. No, they weren't homeless or on welfare (as far as I knew). They did trade for things they needed like firewood or transporation into town to buy food. Oh, and this particular person had several dogs that he fed dry kibble to in addition to having skin issues (a symptom of someone not eating well). Everything's possible, right.
What is the best way to find a rental for a first time visitor there. From your prices arbnb seem high. All help is appreciated, I really like your content. Thanks for your efforts
Doubt the trend of coworkers will live long, there is barely a bungalow you can even rent now, let alone at a budget. This while most restaurants etc are empty, so long stayers actually have a negative impact on the island in the current shape. Mainly as everyone is on budget, eats and drinks cheap vegan food and not spend otherwise. Locals were desperate during covid, so they thought this was a good idea. Same with giving the russians 3 year leases they now exploit on airbnb. Unless they gonna build tons of more houses, which it seems to be, that will ruin the island as it is today. It will become another Samui. Most foreigners in the cheap areas also work without thai employees, don't pay tax, don't have a work permit. I know it sounds negative but is is truth, enjoy it while you still can.
Hi all. Is there a website or online group that is recommended to find affordable monthly rental accommodation in Koh Phangan? I am looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom place, ideally close to a beach. Ideally less than or around 12 000 Baht per month. Thankful for any information about finding goof rentals.
Hi Morgan, René from this video is currently in Koh Phangan and has a good pulse on housing and costs. You will find his info in the comments or @rene media
How do you manage to stay so long ? What visa do you use ? Seriously thinking of moving permanently, I will be in Thailand next week for Xmas & NY and will certainly spend time looking into emigrating.
The elite visa for now. Will possibly switch to one of the new entrepreneur visas. A slight caution about your upcoming trip; everywhere (Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Phangan, Chiang Mai) is overcrowded this month. It is still enjoyable, though. Hope you can make a move full-time! smart-visa.boi.go.th/smart/
@The Borderless Office Thanks for the reply I'll look into them and yes I've noticed how quickly the last month or so it has picked up over there, I've reserved a few hotels for this reason. Much appreciated :)
@@rickycannons9022 a friend is on Samui and says it’s not so crowded compared to Phuket. Maybe things get even more crowded in general, especially with Russian and Chinese arrivals.
This is a glossed over version of Koh Phangan. I lived there for 5 years, bought land and built a successful property business. Make sure you visit first and get a real feel for the place. This is not realistic.
The main subject in this video is Cooper, you might know him? He is immersed in the island, its people and local community. He has lived there some years now. He is one of the realist people you’ll meet - not glossed over.
Why tf do I live in the US. 😭 Idk but I'm officially saving up in the next year to move to Thailand. I'm visiting for 10 day in April for my birthday and I will definitely be apartment searching. Goodbye expensive us
It’s true. Compared to the U.S. cost of living is best in Thailand - and for me - I feel quality of life is better here. Plus it’s peaceful, less debate and friction, and more kindness. I think you won’t regret it. Happy early birthday.
I didn't know that places like this existed anymore. Thank you for the wonderful video, I learned a great deal and look forward to visiting, Bravo Philip !!
Jason, you must come! You will love it. Waiting for you brother.
This video does not give you an accurate picture of what to expect for cost of living on KP. Philip left a lot of costs out. The chef at Orion does not live on 15,000 baht a month.
Philip did not talk about visa costs , especially if you want to stay longer than 3mo, or the cost of leaving the country and returning after 3 mo or paying high amounts for more long term visa options.
If you would continue to eat at the more high end places he went to in the video and were eating 2 or 3 meals a day, and then doing classes, massage, etc a few days a week and paying 8-10,000 baht a month (or more) for rent and another 500--1000 baht (or more if you use AC) for utilities, and pay for Thai phone service, you will be spending a lot more than 15,000 baht. Oh yes then there's renting a motorbike for 3000/mo. Then there is required health insurance costs for some visa options.
I pay 4,500/mo for rent and utilities (no AC), eat out usually at cheaper restaurants more like Mama Koi's or Anutta (very good and inexpensive Thai food) or the Phangan Food Court, (a great choice he missed) and make most of my meals at home. I go to classes, and get massage regularly, buy gas and repairs for my motorbike. I live simply but luxuriously for 30-35,000/month. I think that is a more reasonable estimate, particularly as he is showing you more high end places to eat and stay and take classes (Orion).
People staying here longer amounts of time often travel to different parts of Thailand, especially during the rainy season ,typically November into January. These are additional costs.
To repeat--this video does not give you an accurate picture of what to expect for cost of living on KP.
Despite doesn't cover a whole picture of how much it would be, cause is very hard to stimate, it shows basic information what to expect in certain areas. Also counts if you drink alcohol or take drugs, hobbies, lazada, whatever. Still I think is a fair and brief explanation of what can you find there, it gives information to people that certainly have no freaking idea what's going on in Thailand, and that's something to appreciate!
How do you get to 30-35k if you spend 4500 for you accomodation and eat at the local restaurants? I guess a class/massage daily and maybe some party/alcohol?
I lived very comfortable for 25k per month incl. travel insurance (see above)
Chef Cooper doesn't live on 15,000 baht per month right now, BUT he did for many months. Including accommodation, food, even weekly massage. For this of course you can eat only local food or cook for yourself and you won't have a luxurious life, but a nice one ;-)
@@CooProCinematographyyes, but Many years ago, and without going out anywhere especially with 300bht tickets that includes 1 cup of cocoa and no good food. No bike, no AC, no massage, no girlfriend, no travel, no visa etc etc etc. Should be said that you can Survive on 15,000 baht for a limited time, like the 1 month. Been there, done that.
this is such a helpful video. absolutely applying to my situation starting a remote work life. thank you for your effort putting this together
Thank you. I am happy you enjoyed this video. Exciting to hear you are starting your remote work life 💯
I absolutely love this island! Thanks for breaking down the budget, many digital nomads are talking about Koh Phangan now. Looking forward to this video🤙
Absolutely a great video, this is so what I want to do and experience. Thank you for showing this and letting those of us that want to drop out of the matrix that it can be done, and that it is affordable.
Thank you Anthony. Yes! Koh Phangan might be the perfect escape from the matrix. The simple life is a good life, and there are so many doing it on Koh Phangan. Hope you can experience it.
I really enjoy your episodes on Koh Phangan. Thank you...what an interesting place to be ❤️
Without a doubt a special place.
Oh my! The deeper the I dig into Tailandia, the better it gets!
Greetings from Sweden. Thank you for a great and awesome video !
Thank you Malin
Hey man great video but the music is so loud it's hard to understand what you're saying often
Thumping bass and loud music made audio quality a challenge.... thank you for watching.
30 k per month
Dudes smoking his socks!!😡
you can live in New York with 400 dollars as well.... but the true is not a good life to live in thailand without money, possible as any other place but not good at all....
I live in Koh Samui don't visit Koh Phangan often at all but it's always just a 45-minute boat ride away if I wanna go. 🏝️
I think this would be my pick also if not living in Phuket. Samui would be my choice, with occasional trips to Koh Phangan.
@@PhilipJames360given the choice to start over, would you live in Phuket, Samui or BKK?
Can’t wait!
G, we must catch up soon! Miss you
Love to have a vacation there🎉
Everything depends on your lifestyle, who you know, the ambient resources available to you and finally most important of all the level of materialism you grew up with.
$500 a month in Southern Thailand (approximately 2x more expensive than Northern Thailand) would be very frugal lifestyle, but doable.
Here's a secret, if you're used to living in an ashram, prison or the military, you probably could survive on even less.
I know people who lived on under $200 a month in America. No, they weren't homeless or on welfare (as far as I knew). They did trade for things they needed like firewood or transporation into town to buy food. Oh, and this particular person had several dogs that he fed dry kibble to in addition to having skin issues (a symptom of someone not eating well). Everything's possible, right.
Gonna be there soon! So excited 🎉 but where do you rent those 3 wheel scooters??
3 wheel scooter is a great idea! Much safer with all the sand on the roads. Possibly available at one of the scooter rentals by the pier.
Thanks for good video
Damn 30k per month thats insane 😅
There are Thais living off minimum wage 10.000 baht a month ($265) so you could live even cheaper if you want.
What is the best way to find a rental for a first time visitor there.
From your prices arbnb seem high. All help is appreciated, I really like your content. Thanks for your efforts
Doubt the trend of coworkers will live long, there is barely a bungalow you can even rent now, let alone at a budget. This while most restaurants etc are empty, so long stayers actually have a negative impact on the island in the current shape. Mainly as everyone is on budget, eats and drinks cheap vegan food and not spend otherwise.
Locals were desperate during covid, so they thought this was a good idea. Same with giving the russians 3 year leases they now exploit on airbnb. Unless they gonna build tons of more houses, which it seems to be, that will ruin the island as it is today. It will become another Samui.
Most foreigners in the cheap areas also work without thai employees, don't pay tax, don't have a work permit. I know it sounds negative but is is truth, enjoy it while you still can.
In which exact place you stayed?
Hi all. Is there a website or online group that is recommended to find affordable monthly rental accommodation in Koh Phangan? I am looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom place, ideally close to a beach. Ideally less than or around 12 000 Baht per month. Thankful for any information about finding goof rentals.
Hi Morgan, René from this video is currently in Koh Phangan and has a good pulse on housing and costs.
You will find his info in the comments or @rene media
12k is impossible nowadays. 20-25k seems to be the new standard
How do you manage to stay so long ? What visa do you use ?
Seriously thinking of moving permanently, I will be in Thailand next week for Xmas & NY and will certainly spend time looking into emigrating.
The elite visa for now. Will possibly switch to one of the new entrepreneur visas.
A slight caution about your upcoming trip; everywhere (Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Phangan, Chiang Mai) is overcrowded this month. It is still enjoyable, though. Hope you can make a move full-time!
smart-visa.boi.go.th/smart/
@The Borderless Office Thanks for the reply I'll look into them and yes I've noticed how quickly the last month or so it has picked up over there, I've reserved a few hotels for this reason. Much appreciated :)
@@PhilipJames360 Is Samui currently overcrowded? Why are they all so busy and when do you expect it to end?
@@rickycannons9022 a friend is on Samui and says it’s not so crowded compared to Phuket. Maybe things get even more crowded in general, especially with Russian and Chinese arrivals.
This is a glossed over version of Koh Phangan. I lived there for 5 years, bought land and built a successful property business. Make sure you visit first and get a real feel for the place. This is not realistic.
The main subject in this video is Cooper, you might know him? He is immersed in the island, its people and local community. He has lived there some years now. He is one of the realist people you’ll meet - not glossed over.
No one cares that you’re ruining the place with greed and profit
感覺很像是你的秘密花園～很棒的風景、你現在長住在泰國嗎？
你好。 是的，我住在普吉島。 但我希望在沒有隔離的情況下再次訪問台灣。
@@PhilipJames360 非常期待您的到來！
sensei cooper
Wheres thr 8500 accommodation?
Jungle Huts. But they might have raised the prices...
Why tf do I live in the US. 😭 Idk but I'm officially saving up in the next year to move to Thailand. I'm visiting for 10 day in April for my birthday and I will definitely be apartment searching. Goodbye expensive us
It’s true. Compared to the U.S. cost of living is best in Thailand - and for me - I feel quality of life is better here. Plus it’s peaceful, less debate and friction, and more kindness. I think you won’t regret it. Happy early birthday.
@@PhilipJames360 thank you😊
ppl should stop making those video calling Mass torist i. Koh phangan to make It like. bali Will be so sad!!!