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What is it like to retire in Thailand?
We asked retirees what it is like retiring in Thailand. They said...
"Retirees in Thailand have access to an active expat community and can enjoy a variety of cultural attractions such as the temples, world-class cuisine, and night markets. There are also recreational activities such as golf, tennis, and scuba diving. In addition, retirement in Thailand provides retirees with ample opportunities for socializing, as there is plenty of nightlife in the cities and beach towns. The cost of living is relatively low as well, further making retirement in Thailand an attractive prospect," wrote a member who made the move to Thailand.
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"There is not a active retirement community, not even your local Starbucks. Impact Arena Has some live Musicial's but they are not cheap, there are a few parks but not close by. And there is some nightlife but it is not safe," explained one expat living in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
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What is it like to retire in Thailand?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
