Scotsman84
American expat in Thailand
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Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
Indeed. Great post. Thanks! I will look into some of your suggestions. Quite a few people have mentioned the Russian Market as an area to live now. This made me laugh! :D Also glad to see that you don't have to pay $5 for a local meal. ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To Manila...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Manila (it's between there, Saigon and Phnom Penh) Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, ...
This was more like what I was thinking. Was surprised to see such higher figures being quoted. Guess everyone has different standards of living and what one person thinks is a good deal another thinks is overpriced. I don't need to live like ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Well based on my experience and that of every guy I know under the age of 35 none of us have ever had that experience where girls wanted money or marriage from us. This is 2014 and Thai girls don't want to marry young any more than girls from ... Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues? by Scotsman84
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week?
Thanks for your replies guys. Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I have actually been twice. But not for long enough to really know the city. First time for just a couple of days and next time for around 1 week. I actually didn't like it much BUT I didn't like Bangkok the first time I visited there ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
Thanks for the detailed reply. Appreciate it. What I'm really struggling to understand is why I hear so many people say Cambodia is cheaper than Thailand. A lot of expats who find Thailand getting more expensive move to Cambodia. Yet ... Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues? by Scotsman84
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week?
I'm not over thinking it I just know what I like and don't like. I definitely don't like your typical 'backpacker bar' anymore. Been there and done that and it's not for me anymore. And most of the generic expat / british / ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Yeah Phils is an option still. I think you're right about him getting bored quickly. I think the best thing about Saigon is the food/coffee and exploring the city by motorbike, preferably with a companion. Since he refuses to ride, I think ... Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues? by Scotsman84
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week?
Thanks for the link. Are all these places aimed at tourists and expats or are there some local bars on that list too? I'm sure Apocalypse Now, Q Bar, Underground are places I can remember from my previous 2 visits to Siagon and isn't ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I've been to Saigon twice but really didn't find anywhere exciting. Both times were just short visits (under 7 days) so it's hard for me to judge. I'm an experienced traveler and have lived in different cities so it's not that ... Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues? by Scotsman84
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week?
Thanks for the information. What are the local crowds like at bars, clubs, concerts etc? Similar to the Thai's in that they just sit / stand round their table drinking and talking or do they mingle and dance and jump about to the music? Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Another question.... What's the nightlife like in Saigon? Can you find a good mix of bars, pubs, clubs, live music venues, gigs etc? Lots of different music styles on offer or not? Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues?
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week? Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
Cheers guys. Yeah on the khmer440 forums too Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
Thanks for the info mate. I can spend more I just didn't want to knowing what I got in BKK for my money. :D Safety: Bangkok is one of the safest cities in the world. Walking down the street at 4 am along certain areas of Sukhumvit can feel ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I might be willing to go to 35 max but no further. :D Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Mia noi would usually be a mistress with financial support and I guess some older guys with young girls as 'giks' may support them but to me this isn't really gik-ship and more sponsorship. But yeah many people use it in different ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
When people say gik in Thailand they just mean a regular f*ck buddy. Nothing serious. Casual sex when it suits each other with no commitments. Many Thai girls aged 21-35 are open to it in my experience. I guess some may be hoping it leads to ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I don't really like people messing around with my stuff or moving my apartment around either so might bug me a bit too. The cooking bit is OK though. Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Well that indeed does say a lot. Your advice is appreciated sorry if it didn't seem that way. Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Can't wait to meet the buffalo. ;) Everyone says the same about Thailand though that Thai girls always turn up on dates with several friends in tow. I have dated a lot of Thai girls and can only think of once when a girl turned up with a ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I don't want a girlfriend. I'm young, free and single and plan to stay that way. I do plan to date and have casual relationships however (that doesn't mean pay for play btw). So sure I imagine I'll probably pick up the tab on ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Thanks for the info Jason. Maybe I've been spoiled in BKK by just how budget friendly everything is even when you're out drinking, eating out etc all the time. Yeah the backpacker area likely isn't my cup of tea either. In 1 year in ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Have not been to the Phils. It's the only country out of my 3 potential options (Vietnam, Cambodia, Phils) that I've not been to. How long have you been living in Vietnam? I could be wrong but it seems like you are still in the honey moon ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Many people who live even in the poorest of countries that have endless problems (war etc) love their country and don't want to move. You see refugees from Syria who have had to flee because of war who pray they can just go home even though ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Sure the weather, food, and women might be nicer but I don't like the UK prices so I don't want to pay UK prices in a developing country where things should in theory be cheaper. Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
No one can answer any of my questions? Would be appreciated. Thanks. Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
I wouldn't pay $600-$800 a month to live in Saigon. I can rent an apartment in the UK cheaper than that. The beauty for me of living in SE Asia is I can have a better standard of living for much less (at least I could in BKK) but if I have to ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Wouldn't be looking to get a car or bike so Q1 seems to be the place to stay then. And how did you find your apartment? And how much are you paying p/m? Read More
Thinking Of Moving To Manila...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Manila (it's between there, Saigon and Phnom Penh) Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, ...
Thanks for the replies so far. Interesting stuff. That high, really? I wouldn't come to Manila if that's what I need to spend a month just to have an OK lifestyle. $500 to $1,000 a month rent furnished you sound more $1,000 a monthWow. ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Thanks for the advice. Surprised by the apartment rental costs. That's about double what I was paying in BKK and I was led to believe Saigon was cheaper for rent. My place in BKK was far from luxurious but not a dump either. Central, close to ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To Manila...Few Questions First Please?
So I'm seriously considering a move to Manila (it's between there, Saigon and Phnom Penh) Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please?
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ... Read More