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Rising Middle Class Thailand and Expat Living

by Joe Mobley
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JC is one of the Thailand guys I follow.


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  • Profile picture of the author derekwong28
    I think he was waffling a bit. I think the hidden message is that things are going to get more expensive and this could cause problems for retirees in the long term.
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      I think what may come across as waffling is actually JC's concern for the listener to get the correct message. I'm sure he has seen more than a few people move to Thailand thinking that they are going to live well on $39.95 per month and things be the same as they are "back home."

      My opinion of course.

      I wonder as I watch these types of videos, if this is similar to the US in the late 60's?

      Interesting.

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      I think he was waffling a bit. I think the hidden message is that things are going to get more expensive and this could cause problems for retirees in the long term.
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      • Profile picture of the author derekwong28
        Originally Posted by Joe Mobley View Post

        I think what may come across as waffling is actually JC's concern for the listener to get the correct message. I'm sure he has seen more than a few people move to Thailand thinking that they are going to live well on $39.95 per month and things be the same as they are "back home."

        My opinion of course.

        I wonder as I watch these types of videos, if this is similar to the US in the late 60's?

        Interesting.

        Joe Mobley
        The biggest unknown is the exchange rate which tends to go up with the economy. But his message about "looking up to foreigners" is quite valid. I have seen a deterioration in service over the years. In fact, I had my rudest restaurant experience in Thailand. I find that the people in the Philippines are friendlier.
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          • Profile picture of the author msdobe
            I always enjoy the videos you post with this guy. Having worked in Laos in the 70's I still picture the place as it was at that time. I know, I know.... it's only been 40 years, what could possibly change in that time?

            Talking about shopping centers and big chain grocery stores is weird. My favorite trip to the 'grocery store' in Vientiane was to the morning market, where the little Lao ladies would have pots of 'beetle soup' simmering. Never could get myself to try that one!

            And he talks about motorcycles... I had a little Honda 60cc, along with the majority of Lao (if they could afford it).

            But the thing he said that really hit home is 'paradise is between your ears'. That is so true. I loved Laos and Thailand and would go back in a heartbeat.

            They're wonderful countries with beautiful people.
            Jenny
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  • Profile picture of the author jakeking
    I've a cousin who was in Thailand recently and had nothing but nice things to say about it. Said she'd go back every year if she could. Great video.
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