Poll on Where to Retire

This poll is set to run for thirty days with single unchangeable options.

[gra46]

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

You're all free to retire anywhere you like, as long as it is as far away from me as possible. Possibly, the feeling is mutual -- which suits me just fine.

[Irish1972]

You're all free to retire anywhere you like, as long as it is as far away from me as possible. Possibly, the feeling is mutual -- which suits me just fine.

Damn, and I was going to come stay with you next time I am in BKK

[Wesley]

You're all free to retire anywhere you like, as long as it is as far away from me as possible. Possibly, the feeling is mutual -- which suits me just fine.

Damn, and I was going to come stay with you next time I am in BKK

Indeed on both points stay away and not stay with you,

Wes

You're all free to retire anywhere you like, as long as it is as far away from me as possible. Possibly, the feeling is mutual -- which suits me just fine.

I'll be pleased to accommodate this. Please post your address.

PS Elmer Fudd is also interested.

[PeterUK]

I'm so pleased that this poll includes both Pattaya and Jomtien. Those of us who live in Jomtien can indulge in the excesses of Pattaya like pigs in a trough while informing anyone who asks (smiling with knowing superiority as we do so) that we actually live in Jomtien, don't you know - a place that they have quite possibly never heard of and that might make them think that we are here for the bracing sea air and cultural excursions. Jomtien's the place to be!

[PeterUK]

Instead of bring branded a sex tourist and carrying around the stigma of living in Pattaya.

Precisely. You're so quick on the uptake.

[mahjongguy]

Unless you've got the funds to live decently well here, please choose "Your own country but with extended visits".

You may think that's it's better to be poor here than poor in Farangland, but it's not.

Unless you've got the funds to live decently well here, please choose "Your own country but with extended visits".

You may think that's it's better to be poor here than poor in Farangland, but it's not.

Agreed, one might be able to better survive here on basicly nothing (which might suit guys in their early to late twenties) as do most of the unlicensed language teachers but if any mishaps or sickness befall you then to get treated will cost you the earth.......

:cheers:

[Wesley]

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

There is the option other in Thailand, I guess you could click that one.

Wes

Unless you've got the funds to live decently well here, please choose "Your own country but with extended visits".

You may think that's it's better to be poor here than poor in Farangland, but it's not.

Agreed, one might be able to better survive here on basicly nothing (which might suit guys in their early to late twenties) as do most of the unlicensed language teachers but if any mishaps or sickness befall you then to get treated will cost you the earth.......
:cheers:
Especially in the overpriced, second rate hospitals of Pattaya.
If you need urgent, competent treatment in Thailand at any cost then Bangkok is the only place to live.
Take note of recent threads on Allen Briggs & Mick of Cafe Royale.

[cdnmatt]

Asking where is the best place to retire is a bit like asking what are the best physical attributes for your sex partner. Everyone is looking for something different!

[sjaak327]

I'm so pleased that this poll includes both Pattaya and Jomtien. Those of us who live in Jomtien can indulge in the excesses of Pattaya like pigs in a trough while informing anyone who asks (smiling with knowing superiority as we do so) that we actually live in Jomtien, don't you know - a place that they have quite possibly never heard of and that might make them think that we are here for the bracing sea air and cultural excursions. Jomtien's the place to be!

I always thought that Jomtien was part of Pattaya.

[rincondog]

Another useless poll.

[PeterUK]

I always thought that Jomtien was part of Pattaya.

Don't be so tediously factual.

Another useless poll.

Another useless comment.

[gra46]

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

There is the option other in Thailand, I guess you could click that one.

Wes
Yes I can now BUT it wasnt there before but i sure will tell Smiles where i retire he can update my pic on his pc ...

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

There is the option other in Thailand, I guess you could click that one.

Wes

He is a bit thick Wes he's from the Outback spent too much time with the Abos

[gra46]

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

There is the option other in Thailand, I guess you could click that one.

Wes

He is a bit thick Wes he's from the Outback spent too much time with the Abos
Another useless comment or should i say handle

None of the above there a lot more places in thailand than the ones named ...

There is the option other in Thailand, I guess you could click that one.

Wes

In fairness, Wes, I should confess that was added after gra46's observation.

So this is running as a majority of people recommending to retire in Thailand, with only 27% recommending frequent trips from the country of origin.

[joe552]

How many of those voting have already made the move and retired in Thailand? After my first few trips it seemed like the ideal place, but medical concerns (among others) mean I'll probably stay in Europe, though not Ireland.

A "permanent" home means somewhere you don't want or expect to leave, doesn't it? But Thailand only gives out annual visas which can be renewed - or not - at the whim of a Thai bureaucrat?

A "permanent" home means somewhere you don't want or expect to leave, doesn't it? But Thailand only gives out annual visas which can be renewed - or not - at the whim of a Thai bureaucrat?

What are you doing up at 4:00am, pet? Pacing your Texas linoleum floor fretting about finding a job?

A "permanent" home means somewhere you don't want or expect to leave, doesn't it? But Thailand only gives out annual visas which can be renewed - or not - at the whim of a Thai bureaucrat?What are you doing up at 4:00am, pet? Pacing your Texas linoleum floor fretting about finding a job?My rich Texan sugar daddy is SO demanding!