Hello from South Florida! My wife and I will be back in Thailand in November. We have a 5 year plan to move there so I can retire at 45 years old. I love that you review the gyms at each condo! Thank you for helping me gather more info so I can make more informed decisions.
Visiting Thailand in the next few months after recently retiring at 55 in Michigan. You escaped the shackles 10 years earlier than me. Congratulations!
Jake you make me want to move. The American dream feels like fools gold now. I am considering selling my house and land and leaving the states. The culture in Thailand and cheap prices really make it appealing. Good channel you have going! I hope you are happy there!
Retired in Florida helping an aging parent. I used to frequent Thailand in the 1970's when I was in the Navy. You have me thinking about what's next after my responsibilities end here.
Gig and I are currently in Foley, AL, 35 minutes from Pensacola, checking on my rental properties. The US will always be the land of opportunity for me, but I love living in Thailand.
I went through the same thing with my Dad in Michigan. What's next? Hopefully, going to a part of the world where you can make the most of your hard earned US dollars!
Your videos are awesome, and I watch a LOT of videos about Thailand. Amazing set up, great tips on clothing, gear, bikes and condos. You even have a great setup in the US too
I can't wait to get there. My Dad is 86 and I've tried to convince him to go, but he wants to stay in the U.S. I can't leave until he passes or agrees to go to SE Asia.
@toddp.226 - there are convalescent homes in Thailand that are like 5-star resorts with loving and caring Thai staff that are very affordable to Westerners. Retirement homes in the US are scary and staffed with abusive caregivers. In Thai culture, seniors are treated like living Gods because of their old-age wisdom. Here is an assisted living home for seniors near Pattaya...ruclips.net/video/fF3g-_DGS70/видео.htmlsi=bN2Lk7cl55G1oGWm
God i miss Thailand, my soul yearns to go back unfortunatley a bad motor accident changed everything for me but im very happy to see you living the dream. Love the content my guy keep up the great work.
Hi Jake. I’ve enjoyed your videos especially your Honda Adv reviews I was about to purchase on Adv 160 based on your review but I just found the GPX DZ3. It seems to be the best of both worlds of an Adv 160 & 350 combined. Great opportunity for you to do a review as there are none on RUclips in English. Cheers, Rob. Newly retired in Pattaya
Jake, awesome video of your's and Gig's lifestyle in beautiful Thailand. You appear to have picked up a real gem in Gig, who as you state lives a simple life, non-materialistic and has the values of looking after you and family. Gold. You both appear healthy & fit, curious to know if you are Crossfitters or what fitness regime you each do. I really enjoyed your Scooter info videos. Thank you for sharing how you achieved your lifestyle by buying land back home in the US and renting to other RVs permanently, thus also storing your RV there, whilst you travel and live abroad. Very inspiring. I watch many Vloggers who are Farangs living in Thailand & the Phillipines, whom throw up regular, some daily vlogs, but the content aint anywhere near the quality of your's, even though you only have a low volume of videos. Thanks again.
Thanks, Troy! I'm happy you enjoyed the videos and appreciate your positive feedback; it's motivating. Gig mostly does bodyweight exercises and functional training. I lift weights and also do some functional training to maintain mobility. On average, we work out three times per week. Our diet is what really keeps us feeling young. We don't drink sugary drinks or alcohol. We eat one or two meals per day: meat, vegetables, and fruit. We rarely eat rice and avoid processed foods. Gig uses less oil and sauces to make healthier versions of traditional Thai food. I eat a much more diverse diet of fruits and vegetables when I'm in Thailand.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple thank you again for giving detailed info re your health & fitness. I stopped drinking alcohol 1 year ago, train 4 or 5 times a week Crossfit, some jogging and walking the dog. Having read you response, I'm lacking with the discipline in the food area. I'm encouraged by your sahring 2 meals a day and less processed foods. Unfortunately I do love my sauces, which upon ingredient inspection are full of sugar. Keep up the great lifestyle Jake and Gig.
Hi guys. Love your videos esp the bike reviews. My girlfriend is in central Thailand and im struggling with the right bike to purchase. You rave about the ADV350 but i worry that its not the bike for long distances. Have you ever ridden the CB500X? Im a dirt bike rider back home but i want something more highway, thats good on the roads and good to head to Laos or Cambodia and also explore the north and get a little off road
Hello, and thank you. I'd get the Honda Transalp for long-tour traveling. The 755cc engine would be much more enjoyable on long rides fully loaded with gear. The CB500X is an excellent ride, and it is easy to find a deal on a used one because there are so many, but I want more power if I upgrade to an adventure motorcycle for long hauls. If my riding is split even between city and highway trips, and I can only own one motorbike, I'd get the ADV350. City riding on motorcycles is miserable in heavy traffic and hot weather. If I could own two motorbikes, I’d get a 160cc scooter for city riding and a 750cc or bigger adventure motorcycle for long trips on open roads. I spent three months riding in Udon Thani province. It's nice to be on the open road away from heavy city traffic.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple thanks for taking the time to reply. Yes I'm beginning to think along the lines of 2 bikes or owning and renting. Be good to catch up one day and maybe enjoy a ride together. My girlfriend is from Kalasin so not to far from Udon Thani.
@@19davidw64 You're welcome. That would be great to meet up in the future. We'll be back in the Udon Thani area again after November 1st. My email is RUclips@jakeSnow.com
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple i prefer the NX500 in thailand, Transalp is not tubeless ! else i did 33K kms on 350 ADV and 120K kms on 250 Rally....next one, waiting 2025 :)
That's some good test mileage on those motorbikes! Thanks for sharing that. Tubeless or tubed has never been a deciding factor for me. I like them both, and I've never had a negative experience.
It would be cool to see what the downsides are. Wearing rose colored glasses about a place, doesn't help in the long run. I don't think it's really accurate to say that Thailand is particularly "Low crime"...Thailand has one of the highest murder rates in SE Asia. And while Thais appear to be "happy" , this is more cultural than anything else, people aren't any more or less happy than anywhere, they just aren't going to express or make their issues a public thing. A smile is not necessarily always genuine, it hides a large range of true emotions. While, it is a lovely place and a country with overall good people, it has flaws like anywhere else.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Rose-colored glasses? It’s 12 things I love most about living in Thailand, nothing more. In the future, I’ll do a US vs. Thailand video. There are many wonderful countries in the world. I love that none are perfect. It makes me appreciate each one's uniqueness. Thailand has low crime compared to all the other developing countries I’ve spent time in and many large U.S. cities. Thai people are absolutely much happier and friendlier than the people where I'm from. I agree; it’s a difference in culture. That’s why I love Thai culture; living here is an antidepressant.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple I am glad that you are happy in Thailand. I am from the US, I don't necessarily see the Thai people as any more or less happy than where I am from. People are people regardless of where you are in the world. it's a great place, don't get me wrong, but after 12 years here, I am very aware that it has dark sides as well.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple yes certainly. There are already many many vloggers who live in Thailand with their Thai 'partners' who are telling us how great Thailand is. Of course it's great when you have a Thai who is helping you with literally everything in your everyday life. Who helps organise your accommodations, who helps pay your bills, orders your food, does your shopping, maybe even cooking for you, interprets for you everywhere you go. Who helps you at immigration, road transport getting your license. Literally every aspect of your life someone is helping you like you are a 'king'! It's ok if it's up to you but for me I don't need to watch yet another one. I don't wish you any ill of course good luck to you.
@AuntyJack123 I disagree. I found this very useful because I am thinking of buying a MC in Thailand. I think with this information and a $150 translator I can probably work my way through it. These new translators can even translate text to some extent. I've had a Thai wife before but the translator is much cheaper and I will have money left over for a casual date.😂
That's true. Being from cool/cold and dry Wyoming, my first visit to Southeast Asia years ago was in May, which was brutal. I was completely unprepared, wearing jeans, boots, and tight-fitting cotton shirts. I never paid much attention to the air pollution until visiting Chiang Mai during the burning season. The smoke was heavy-duty.
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Hello from South Florida! My wife and I will be back in Thailand in November. We have a 5 year plan to move there so I can retire at 45 years old. I love that you review the gyms at each condo! Thank you for helping me gather more info so I can make more informed decisions.
You're welcome! I'm happy the videos are helpful. Good plan, I began living in Thailand at 45.
Visiting Thailand in the next few months after recently retiring at 55 in Michigan. You escaped the shackles 10 years earlier than me. Congratulations!
Jake you make me want to move. The American dream feels like fools gold now. I am considering selling my house and land and leaving the states. The culture in Thailand and cheap prices really make it appealing. Good channel you have going! I hope you are happy there!
I feel very fortunate to live in Thailand. The freedom I experience here reminds me of growing up in the US during the 1980s.
Retired in Florida helping an aging parent. I used to frequent Thailand in the 1970's when I was in the Navy. You have me thinking about what's next after my responsibilities end here.
Gig and I are currently in Foley, AL, 35 minutes from Pensacola, checking on my rental properties. The US will always be the land of opportunity for me, but I love living in Thailand.
I went through the same thing with my Dad in Michigan. What's next? Hopefully, going to a part of the world where you can make the most of your hard earned US dollars!
Excellent Excellent Video. Very Well Done!!
Thank you! 👊🏼
Thank you two so much ❤️I’m escaping the 🇺🇸next month! Starting my new life in Thailand!🇹🇭 🥳
You're welcome!
Your videos are awesome, and I watch a LOT of videos about Thailand. Amazing set up, great tips on clothing, gear, bikes and condos. You even have a great setup in the US too
Thank you! I'm happy you enjoy the videos. 🙏🏼
Thanks...I really like your videos in Thailand!
Thank you!
I just came across your channel.
I love it, I am now a subscriber.
Thank you. 😁🙏
Thank you very much! 🙏🏼
I can't wait to get there. My Dad is 86 and I've tried to convince him to go, but he wants to stay in the U.S. I can't leave until he passes or agrees to go to SE Asia.
You'll love it when you get here. I've visited other places worldwide, but SE Asia is my favorite.
@toddp.226 - there are convalescent homes in Thailand that are like 5-star resorts with loving and caring Thai staff that are very affordable to Westerners. Retirement homes in the US are scary and staffed with abusive caregivers. In Thai culture, seniors are treated like living Gods because of their old-age wisdom. Here is an assisted living home for seniors near Pattaya...ruclips.net/video/fF3g-_DGS70/видео.htmlsi=bN2Lk7cl55G1oGWm
Thanks for sharing, Kevin! 🙏🏼
I'm planning to move to Thailand 💯🙏👍
Awesome!
This is why I will be moving back and retiring in Thailand in March or April. I agree with everything you said in the video.
The more time I spend in Thailand, the more I love it.
great vlog and i agree with all of your points...........
Thanks! 👊🏼
God i miss Thailand, my soul yearns to go back unfortunatley a bad motor accident changed everything for me but im very happy to see you living the dream. Love the content my guy keep up the great work.
Thank you. 🙏🏼
Hi Jake. I’ve enjoyed your videos especially your Honda Adv reviews I was about to purchase on Adv 160 based on your review but I just found the GPX DZ3. It seems to be the best of both worlds of an Adv 160 & 350 combined. Great opportunity for you to do a review as there are none on RUclips in English.
Cheers, Rob.
Newly retired in Pattaya
Hello, Rob. Thanks for the idea. I'm curious how that GPX compares.
I'm also interested in the GPZ DZ3, can't beat the price 100,000 B
What a great informational video! I'm going to Thailand 😊
Thanks, Randy! I'm glad you liked it.
I totally agree with everything! ❤
Right on! 👌🏼
Happy for you both!
Thanks for sharing Jake.
Thanks, Austin! 👊🏼
Second video watch on your channel 👌 stay happy
Thanks!
Excellent rundown. I agree with everything you say.
Thanks, Paul!
Jake, awesome video of your's and Gig's lifestyle in beautiful Thailand. You appear to have picked up a real gem in Gig, who as you state lives a simple life, non-materialistic and has the values of looking after you and family. Gold. You both appear healthy & fit, curious to know if you are Crossfitters or what fitness regime you each do. I really enjoyed your Scooter info videos. Thank you for sharing how you achieved your lifestyle by buying land back home in the US and renting to other RVs permanently, thus also storing your RV there, whilst you travel and live abroad. Very inspiring. I watch many Vloggers who are Farangs living in Thailand & the Phillipines, whom throw up regular, some daily vlogs, but the content aint anywhere near the quality of your's, even though you only have a low volume of videos. Thanks again.
Thanks, Troy! I'm happy you enjoyed the videos and appreciate your positive feedback; it's motivating.
Gig mostly does bodyweight exercises and functional training. I lift weights and also do some functional training to maintain mobility. On average, we work out three times per week.
Our diet is what really keeps us feeling young. We don't drink sugary drinks or alcohol. We eat one or two meals per day: meat, vegetables, and fruit. We rarely eat rice and avoid processed foods. Gig uses less oil and sauces to make healthier versions of traditional Thai food. I eat a much more diverse diet of fruits and vegetables when I'm in Thailand.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple thank you again for giving detailed info re your health & fitness. I stopped drinking alcohol 1 year ago, train 4 or 5 times a week Crossfit, some jogging and walking the dog. Having read you response, I'm lacking with the discipline in the food area. I'm encouraged by your sahring 2 meals a day and less processed foods. Unfortunately I do love my sauces, which upon ingredient inspection are full of sugar. Keep up the great lifestyle Jake and Gig.
You're on the right track. Nice work cutting out alcohol! 👊🏼
I would love to watch Gig cook Thai food!
Thanks for the idea, Jenn!
Awesome video !
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!
Man, i miss Thailand. I remember when my mother used to take me to harber land or something like that in maybe Pattaya.
That's right, Harbor Land. It's just down the road from Gig's shop in Pattaya. Our daughter loves that place!
Which one was it because I went to three different ones like one that had a fish kinda style or a godzilla style or a jungle style
@@Reign-b6d It's the fish/water-themed one.
Nice that was my favorite
Hi guys. Love your videos esp the bike reviews. My girlfriend is in central Thailand and im struggling with the right bike to purchase.
You rave about the ADV350 but i worry that its not the bike for long distances. Have you ever ridden the CB500X? Im a dirt bike rider back home but i want something more highway, thats good on the roads and good to head to Laos or Cambodia and also explore the north and get a little off road
Hello, and thank you. I'd get the Honda Transalp for long-tour traveling. The 755cc engine would be much more enjoyable on long rides fully loaded with gear.
The CB500X is an excellent ride, and it is easy to find a deal on a used one because there are so many, but I want more power if I upgrade to an adventure motorcycle for long hauls.
If my riding is split even between city and highway trips, and I can only own one motorbike, I'd get the ADV350. City riding on motorcycles is miserable in heavy traffic and hot weather. If I could own two motorbikes, I’d get a 160cc scooter for city riding and a 750cc or bigger adventure motorcycle for long trips on open roads.
I spent three months riding in Udon Thani province. It's nice to be on the open road away from heavy city traffic.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple thanks for taking the time to reply. Yes I'm beginning to think along the lines of 2 bikes or owning and renting.
Be good to catch up one day and maybe enjoy a ride together. My girlfriend is from Kalasin so not to far from Udon Thani.
@@19davidw64 You're welcome. That would be great to meet up in the future. We'll be back in the Udon Thani area again after November 1st. My email is RUclips@jakeSnow.com
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple i prefer the NX500 in thailand, Transalp is not tubeless ! else i did 33K kms on 350 ADV and 120K kms on 250 Rally....next one, waiting 2025 :)
That's some good test mileage on those motorbikes! Thanks for sharing that.
Tubeless or tubed has never been a deciding factor for me. I like them both, and I've never had a negative experience.
I was going to move to Phillipines , japan or thialand ...but after this video thialand !
I always enjoy visiting those other countries, but am very thankful Thailand is my home outside of the US. 👊🏼
Long time no see 😂 lol
Time runs too fast. lol
Are there dog friendly areas in Thialand
Yes, I see dogs everywhere. Just make sure to pick up the dog's poo.
It's funny there are so many strays but somehow 90% well fed 😊
But they don't want dog's 😊😊
Can you tell me please what was the name where you leave 😊thanks 😊
@@kathyhirsch379 I'm north of Bangkok
If you retired with 20 bitcoins, you can live like a king in Thailand.
Absolutely.
You two are so cute ❤
Thanks, Chris!
Warm climate😂😂😂 its boiling now😂😂😂!
No doubt, it's a good time of year to visit cooler climates.
It would be cool to see what the downsides are. Wearing rose colored glasses about a place, doesn't help in the long run. I don't think it's really accurate to say that Thailand is particularly "Low crime"...Thailand has one of the highest murder rates in SE Asia. And while Thais appear to be "happy" , this is more cultural than anything else, people aren't any more or less happy than anywhere, they just aren't going to express or make their issues a public thing. A smile is not necessarily always genuine, it hides a large range of true emotions. While, it is a lovely place and a country with overall good people, it has flaws like anywhere else.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Rose-colored glasses? It’s 12 things I love most about living in Thailand, nothing more. In the future, I’ll do a US vs. Thailand video.
There are many wonderful countries in the world. I love that none are perfect. It makes me appreciate each one's uniqueness.
Thailand has low crime compared to all the other developing countries I’ve spent time in and many large U.S. cities.
Thai people are absolutely much happier and friendlier than the people where I'm from. I agree; it’s a difference in culture. That’s why I love Thai culture; living here is an antidepressant.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple I am glad that you are happy in Thailand. I am from the US, I don't necessarily see the Thai people as any more or less happy than where I am from. People are people regardless of where you are in the world. it's a great place, don't get me wrong, but after 12 years here, I am very aware that it has dark sides as well.
Dude you don't want a cashless society...
I do; I don't like carrying around bundles of cash.
The US will have soon
You dead or something?🙄
Not yet. I've been traveling outside of Thailand for business. I'll be back soon.
All this blah blah because you have a carer/interpreter. Like we've heard thousands of times
Can you clarify? What are you trying to communicate?
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple yes certainly. There are already many many vloggers who live in Thailand with their Thai 'partners' who are telling us how great Thailand is. Of course it's great when you have a Thai who is helping you with literally everything in your everyday life. Who helps organise your accommodations, who helps pay your bills, orders your food, does your shopping, maybe even cooking for you, interprets for you everywhere you go. Who helps you at immigration, road transport getting your license.
Literally every aspect of your life someone is helping you like you are a 'king'!
It's ok if it's up to you but for me I don't need to watch yet another one.
I don't wish you any ill of course good luck to you.
Thanks for clarifying; I understand what you're saying. 👊🏼
@AuntyJack123 I disagree. I found this very useful because I am thinking of buying a MC in Thailand. I think with this information and a $150 translator I can probably work my way through it. These new translators can even translate text to some extent. I've had a Thai wife before but the translator is much cheaper and I will have money left over for a casual date.😂
You dead or what?
Not yet. I've been traveling. I'll be back in Thailand soon.
Don't forget the pollution during burning season and the heat and humidity can get pretty tough at times.
That's true. Being from cool/cold and dry Wyoming, my first visit to Southeast Asia years ago was in May, which was brutal. I was completely unprepared, wearing jeans, boots, and tight-fitting cotton shirts.
I never paid much attention to the air pollution until visiting Chiang Mai during the burning season. The smoke was heavy-duty.
no botox lips. lol i agree, good call!
Botox lips freak me out. 🤢 lol
All the same reason's why I plan to retire in Thailand. Minus #1 because i don't have found a wife yet 🥲
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