They Left the U.S. for Thailand & Found Peace - Couple Shares REAL COST to Live in Chiang Mai

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Our Rich Journey – In this video, we interview a couple who left America to live in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and share the real cost of living there. They reveal the unbelievable savings they’ve found, from affordable housing and daily expenses to healthcare and entertainment. We'll discuss their reasons for choosing Thailand, including the vibrant culture, beautiful scenery, and opportunities for a better quality of life. Whether you're considering a move abroad or just curious about living in Thailand, this video will give you valuable insights into the cost of living and the couple's motivating reasons for their big move.

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[AbuShenab]

I’ve been retired in Chiang Mai for 8 years and not one single day goes by that I don’t thank my lucky stars for being in this place!! Note: they mentioned they pay $800/month for their one bedroom. This is astonishingly high!! I live in one of the (arguably) top luxury condos here in Chiang Mai and for my one bedroom I am paying HALF of what they pay. Also - someone else here asked about the bug situation here - and after 8 years I can positively say i have encountered FAR FEWER bugs here than in Texas. Far fewer!!
Let me add this after seeing comments about the safety of the street food. After 8 years of eating street food almost daily we have experienced ZERO problems. NONE. There are a number of reasons as to why street food (in Thailand in general) is so safe - but go online to get this.

[ShinningALight]

When she spoke about healing and rehabilitation after trauma that hit me. She wanted a peaceful place to live and she found it! You all are really going to have me get up out of America!!! It’s just a traumatizing experience seeing what has happened to this country.

[themichaelrosenberg]

😮 this was so fun to share about our experience and spend a bit of time with you all! Thank you for a great day🙏

[lindsey_riane]

🥰 Thank you for your curiosity about our lives in Chiang Mai. We had so much fun connecting and showing you around! ❤🧡💛💚

[ECA]

This is my getaway hangout. I love Chiang Mai, especially the Nimmanhaemin area. Enjoy your stay.

[anacristinahelbling]

I love Thailand, but wouldn't move there. Happy with Zurich, Porto & be travelling around.

[nathalia]

Chiang Mai is my most favorite Thai city of all time. It's such a charming, relaxing place, and it is also the best to explore nature. The cost of living is much cheaper than Bangkok and the food is not far behind. And if you miss Western food, there are a lot of western style restaurants as well and so many great cafes and dessert shops 😊

[ratnatheesan]

Can I ask what is the name of the travel community that Lindsey joined that her traveling to a different country every month?

[paulputin]

A year ago I moved to Portugal and I'm loving it. One of the inpirations for my relocation was this channel. I'm happy to see that there are other great places thay I might love in the future 😇

[randyo]

So happy for them! I love Thailand. Good food, culture and beaches wow! It’s on my list to visit one day behind Lisbon.

[gregor]

you need to mention burning season when talking about Chiang Mai. Don't wanna be the negative guy but for me it is unbearable. Its not a place to be all year long. Other than that spot on.

[somchai]

Saw you guys in the hotel lounge in Bangkok last week but I didn't want to bother you as you looked tired.

Welcome to Chiangmai the best spot in Thailand.

Unfortunately, it's become over commercialized and crowded. However, the areas outside the city are beautiful and peaceful and off the tourist track.

[trailrunningexperience]

Been visiting Chiang Mai for nearly two decades and spent well over a year in total time there. It’s a gem - best trail running in Asia and great local people. Dive deep if you get there folks - it’s epic!

[cann]

Love Love Love this video. Thanks guys. Looks like the VIBE. 💘What Michael said MM 2:45-325 'I JUST wanna live somewhere where I can be KIND to other people AND the locals Welcoming & don't think I came to take over their land & RAISE THEIR RENT. 👏💯🔥👌🏾❤👏🏽💝💝💝💝

[traceurjay]

One downside about Chang Mai is the air pollution from the burning of the fields.

[nikkian]

Thanks for sharing this! super helpful ☺️ It was great to know that his healthcare to see a doctor was $25, I've been curiois about what the cost of seeing a specialist!

[allsmilestray]

Looks amazing! Thanks for the video. In the next one, can you talk about some downsides like insects, humidity, monsoons? Thanks.

[Czarjonz]

We were in Chiang Mai for several days. What a wonderful place to visit. I agree they’re are very welcoming & friendly. We never thought about moving there though 🤔

[jkow]

Chiang Mai is great, and I visit often and stay for 3-4 months, but you have to be careful when dealing with the street food. Also, there are A LOT!!! Of Farang/Falang (tourists). In old town. And power outages, at times.