Life in Bangkok Thailand as an Expat. Brutally Honest 5 Year Review...
49K views · Jan 27, 2026 · Travel & Events
Comments · 278
@iPaulLee · 8 months ago (edited) · pinned
Hope you guys enjoyed this video! If you're interested in being mentored on creating content, you can dm me: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/impaullee">https://www.instagram.com/impaullee</a>
11
@quintenkamphuis · 8 months ago
Every time he says ''Thailand' he means 'Bangkok'. Just keep that in mind guys.
59
@DBlaze99 · 8 months ago
I feel like you’re blaming the cost of your living entirely on Thailand/Bangkok, instead of lifestyle and personal financial changes in your life. <br>Single 5 years ago versus girlfriend, larger condo, more income from social media… More income in general means more spending. <br><br>Albeit Thailand has gotten a bit more expensive, but not to the extent to frame it entirely on the country and ignore your life changing.
155
@CommanderCodyTK5698 · 8 months ago
Paul your take that Thailand is expensive because your taste is expensive.
72
@joedixon1186 · 8 months ago
I don't recognize the New York City you're describing and I've lived here my whole life. But if I did go to Bangkok I would go as a retiree. Meaning, if I haven't been a club kid while living in Manhattan all these years, I'm certainly not going to become one when I move overseas. So I imagine if you cut partying and eating out every night, Thailand would be very affordable.
21
@thisaintmel · 8 months ago
You missed out on Singapore. One of the most expensive Asian country.
25
@จีโอป๋อง · 8 months ago
การเปรียบเทียบข้อมูลน่าจะผิดพลาดครับ ในความเห็นของคุณ คุณว่า Bkk แพงสุดในอาเซียน แม้แต่สิงคโปร์กับ KL หรือ Bandar seri bagawan งั้นรึ? ผมว่าเข้าใจผิดครับ<br>ผมเคยไปทุกเมืองหลวงของอาเซียนบ่อยๆ ด้วยภารกิจงานประจำ รู้ดีครับที่ใหนแพงสุด<br>และจริงๆแล้ว Bkk กว้างใหญ่มาก มีทั้งโซนแพงและโซนถูก และผมว่าโซนที่คนไทยอาศัยอยู่จริงๆ (ไม่ใช่พื้นที่ธุรกิจและท่องเที่ยว) มากกว่า 70% ครับเป็นโซนถูก😊
22
@WMDG3 · 8 months ago
Cost of living is so relative to each person and their lifestyle. Yes Thailand can be one of the most expensive in SE Asia, but it can also be one of the cheapest.
38
@OnlyPansThailand · 8 months ago
I think Singapore and Hong Kong are far far more expensive that Bangkok.
26
@mccall7122 · 8 months ago
As someone living in Chiang Mai, I was hoping this was more focused on Bangkok specifically, and not just Thailand.
28
@InvestingWithAdamK · 6 months ago
As someone who is only able to speak English Vietnam was pretty difficult and China can be tough as well. I haven’t made it to Thailand yet, but may this summer
4
@DayoMotoX · 8 months ago
You forgot Singapore. They are one of the more expensive Asian countries.
15
Up next

The Reality of Moving to Thailand for an Expat
Sam Tyler · 128K views

6 Months in Thailand: What I Learned
JoeyP · 54K views

My Bangkok Visa Run: 75% Off Hotel Trick, a Pickpocket Attempt & More
Roaming with Kevin · 683 views

American Retiree Tested 3 Countries — Here’s Why He Chose Thailand
Cal · 48K views

I asked DIGITAL NOMADS how they MAKE MONEY living in Thailand 🇹🇭
Sam Tyler · 77K views

Life in THAILAND! — The King You Must Not Insult, Street Girls, and lots of interesting things
Undiscovered Earth · 15K views

Where to live in Bangkok Thailand
Sam Tyler · 84K views

What $500 Rent Gets Me in Central Bangkok (my share of $1000 luxury condo)
Di’s Money Diaries · 140K views

What’s Really Going On in Thailand | AB Explained
Asian Boss · 2.4M views

The 7 Areas Where Expats LIVE IN THAILAND
Sam Tyler · 65K views

My Love–Hate Relationship with Living in Bangkok 🇹🇭 Thailand
Paddy Doyle · 61K views

Ultimate Thailand Moving Guide: Visas, money, housing etc explained.
Paul Lee · 67K views

PROS and CONS of living in Thailand (Lies, Regrets, Costs and Lessons Learned)
Travel With Claire · 256K views

3 Bangkok Areas Most Expats Overlook (From a Local Guide)
Adam Parker · 64K views

How Much I Spend In A Month Living in Bangkok As An Expat
JoeyP · 43K views

7 Reasons Why So Many Expats Are LEAVING Thailand All at Once! Watch this!
Thailand Tales · 368K views

Thailand in 2026 Explained: Your Biggest Questions Answered
Cal · 61K views

Why This Korean-American Left the U.S. for Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭
Sam Tyler · 14K views

🇹🇭 We live in Thailand for $290/month – Take a look inside our apartment
Sam Tyler · 176K views

Moving to Thailand 🇹🇭 Visas, Real Costs & Where to Live
Paddy Doyle · 49K views