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Originally Posted by Luvless
I have been to Thailand perhaps no fewer than 60 times over the last 20+ plus years. Shamefully, I have never managed to learn Thai because most of people/ girls I acquainted with all spoke good enough English.
The reason I decided to retire in Thailand is multifactorial. I came across this post and what the author wrote struck me as exactly how I feel - https://www.mrfreeat33.com/early-ret...nd-why-i-stay/
Once settled there, I plan to take up Thai language class, volunteer, and do a lot of traveling. Just want to hear from others who might share some insights or advice. |
i see, taking up the language is good. Normally i don't mind meeting girls who speak english but i am also wary that they are probably always in contact with foreigners. being able to speak the language will open up a whole new world for you.
if you like the urban feel of bkk then i guess its ok. for me it's abit too much, after 1-2 weeks i start to hate the city because it's dirty, traffic jam etc. even in the suburbs traffic jam is bad, which makes it really painful jus to go out, you have to be really efficient with the way you plan your day, or end up rushing from place to place on a motorcycle taxi which messes up your hair and leaves your clothes smelling like exhaust fumes.
if retiring in thailand was an option, i would probably look at the quieter towns or even chiangmai.