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In this episode of The Cost of Living Abroad Pod with @evan_eh @Willtravelz and @JJthelonelybullinasia we compare the best affordable places to live and retire early in SE Asia, including a full monthly budget breakdown and discussion of the pros and cons of living, dating, retiring and getting visas in Vietnam, Thailand and The Philippines.
0:00 Intro to Will and JJ
10:00 whats it like living in bangkok in 2025
16:00 dating in philippines vs vietnam vs thailand
24:00 healthcare and biggest fears in southeast asia
35:00 Banking Setup and money transfer in SOutheast Asia
43:00 Visa Options for Americans in Thailand, Vietnam and The Philippines
50:00 Where is the best place to live and retire in 2025 - Thailand Vietnam or The Philippines?
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