Why This American Couple Retired In Bangkok

What do you think of retirement in the big city?

I grew up as an expat kid in Bangkok, Jakarta, and Singapore in the 90s, where my father worked for the State Department. Returning to the US for college, I found it amusing how different the culture was—less friendly and welcoming compared to Southeast Asia. Experiencing diverse cultures early on shaped my perspective, and I'm grateful for it. Shout out to Bangkok International School!

This couple has great energy like their outlook is the glass is half full instead of half empty!

Can't believe it, I met this couple a week ago in a pub named Bangkok Mojo when I traveled to Thailand, and had short talks with them. What a coincidence.

The title of this video caught my eyes! Love this couple, their energy and attitude. Although I am Thai and younger than they are, I can no longer deal with the chaos and the heat in BKK. I can say that Thais love them because of their attitude, not just because of their ability to pay. Welcome to Thailand 💕

What a great interview! Bob and Paula are a great couple fitting so well one with the other. That changes a lot from the usual "living in Thailand with 500 US$ a month" stories that you find so often on YouTube. Another very interesting perspective on a retirement life in Thailand. They are definitely "Retired Working For Themselves"... and that's perfect!

What an inspirational couple. Fantastic interview. I wish them all the best, aging gracefully as the alternative sucks. 😅😊

I couldn’t agree more 🙏🏻 I hope to retire in Thailand and return to Bangkok with my Thai wife in about 20 years or less.

I once read that Thailand's medical care is the only country in the region that is certified by Europe. Therefore, it is no surprise that their medical services are world class.

Thank you Adam, one of the most informative expat episodes I’ve seen that explores a higher budget range not widely covered on YouTube. Keep them coming!

Great Video! Bangkok one of the best Healthcare systems in Southeast Asia.

I have been living in Bangkok since June ‘ 23. This is hands down the most informative video I’ve seen recently expats in Bangkok. Terrific.

Well done Adam , this fabulous couple come across so well on camera thanks to your style and the structure of your questions . Whats more one only has to read the comments not only to see how impressed viewers are but also how viewers have warmed to Bob and Paula who, i for one , am grateful to for them for their very valuable insights and willingness to share useful and informed content with an honesty that's simply refreshing ( Thank you Bob , thank you Paula :)

People today are looking for a peaceful, spiritual country and a low cost of living. You're on the right track.

This interview was great!! A couple that actually reminds me of ME (except I retired to Chiang Mai)!! I see comments about the fact WHY they choose to live in BKK if they can afford to spend $10K plus a month. Having worked in Saudi (oil industry) all my life I am also lucky enough to afford a good lifestyle anywhere in the world - BUT chose Thailand (specifically CM). I had initially considered Amsterdam - but after a few winters there PLUS the homogeneity of things I was glad to leave for Thailand. (Don't get me wrong the Dutch and the country are wonderful - but for me now I prefer just a yearly visit.) I know that if I wake up tomorrow and want to move elsewhere, I can do so very easily but the MAGIC of this place is a hard drug to fight!! Just for the record - I am living in one of the more expensive condo's in CM and definately do not deny myself frequent trips and all the latest electronics (hello Apple Vision Pro!!) and etc. but I have yet to have a month when I have come close to pending $10,000 per month while in CM!! It only when I visit the USA that I will spend that much per month. (But then again I am single).

$10-12K per month? This is the Thai edition of lifestyles of the rich and famous To be fair, with this kind of mega budget you can have an amazing life pretty much any city in the world

As a Viet American who's married to a Thai wife, I really appreciate this couple being honest with their assessments on both Bangkok and Sai Gon as their retirement destination. I have traveled extensively to both cities and still have extended family in Sai Gon and know the city very well when I stayed there. It's a vibrant and exciting city, and the local people are amazing!! But I absolutely agree on their decision on BKK. Don't get me wrong, Sai Gon is well under way in becoming the most dynamic city in the region in terms of business, commerce, entertainment, and way of life. A new airport is under construction and will be the best airport comparable to Changi. But at the moment, BKK has easy access to mass transportation, making traveling around easy and cheap. They can't go wrong with either choice.

Thumbs up 👍 Adam, Bob & Paula…..living the American dream of hard work will be rewarded as my wife and I split time between San Francisco and Phuket, not quite retired yet though 😎

Brilliant Adam, fantastic job. Good luck with the new channel 😊👍

I am American Thai and spent all my life in the USA. I am planning a a solo trip fall 2024, starting from the north all the way down south. I am beyond excited but know I need to do my homework before leaving. Cheers to many more yrs of retirement in Thailand 🇹🇭 ❤