We help Americans move abroad by breaking down cost of living, healthcare, visa and lifestyle tradeoffs—so you can make smarter decisions about where and how to live.
On this channel, we share honest, practical information about what it actually takes to live abroad long term, including housing costs, healthcare, visas, budgeting, and everyday life in Thailand. We focus on real numbers, real experiences, and real tradeoffs so you can make informed decisions before you move.
Our content is for people who are:
• Thinking about moving abroad
• Comparing the cost of living overseas
• Planning long-term life in Thailand
• Looking for a more affordable, intentional lifestyle
We cover:
• Cost of living in Thailand
• Living in Thailand long term
• Moving abroad step by step
• Healthcare and insurance overseas
• Visas and residency planning
• Housing and neighborhood insights
• Retirement and fixed-income living abroad
Our goal is to help you move abroad with confidence.
Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
Is Thailand overrated, or are people just missing the point? 🇹🇭
We’ve seen a lot of "Why I’m Leaving Thailand" videos lately, so we decided to tackle the 7 biggest complaints head-on. Watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/kLVsmaUy4Mg
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
What's the #1 thing you're checking while on a scouting trip? Let us know in the comments! 👇
Did you check out our latest video Before You Move to Thailand, Wait... This One Trip Could Save You Thousands 🇹🇭 👉 https://youtu.be/A0XNx5XiU6A
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
Thinking of moving to Thailand? Don’t pack your bags just yet!
Most people fail their move before they even start because they fall in love with a vacation, not real life. 🌴
In our latest video, we’re showing you how to turn your next trip into a Scouting Trip so you can avoid costly mistakes and see if you could actually live here. We cover:
Why you should skip the hotel for an Airbnb in a real neighborhood.
~Testing your money systems (ATMs, QR codes, and fees).
~Eating like a local vs. eating like a tourist.
~Navigating public transport (BTS/MRT) instead of just hopping in a Grab.
~Checking healthcare and medications before you arrive.
Watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/A0XNx5XiU6A
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
Hey everyone! 👋 We know so many of you are following our journey from Thailand to Cambodia and have questions about what life is actually like here.
Are you wondering about the cost of living (and if those grocery prices are really that high?), the infrastructure in Phnom Penh, or how safe we feel as Americans moving abroad?
We’re breaking it all down—the good, the bad, and the surprising—in our latest video!
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 8
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
🇰🇭 We spent the day eating our way through Phnom Penh, Cambodia... If you've ever wondered what everyday food in Cambodia is really like, this one's for you!
🍜 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/XwE0RBtBorM?si=cc2zO...
What's one Cambodian food you'd want to try first? 👇🇰🇭
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 1
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
We’re officially 48 hours into our Cambodia stay, and let’s just say… it was NOT what we expected! 🇰🇭🤯
From the "DTV Visa Run" that turned into a full-on vacation to being shocked by supermarket prices (seriously, $7 for toothpaste?!), we’re breaking down the real cost of our first few days in Phnom Penh.
In this video, we’re diving into: ✈️ Our total travel costs & flight tips 🛂 The easiest way to handle the Cambodia visa 🏠 A tour of our $840/month Airbnb 🍜 First impressions of the local food scene (and what it costs!) 🚲 Why the Tuk-Tuk game here is on another level
Is Cambodia a viable alternative for Americans looking to move abroad, or is Thailand still the king? Watch our first 48-hour breakdown and let us know what you think! 👉 https://youtu.be/Qf_E8eD7gy4
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 12
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
Transparency is everything to us, but we know everyone’s "comfort level" is different. If you were moving to Thailand tomorrow, what is the maximum monthly budget you’d want to stay under to feel like you’re living your best life? We just dropped our 6-month budget numbers here 👉 https://youtu.be/O3awGxunF4s
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
We just did the numbers for our 6-month mark in Bangkok, and the numbers are in! 📉 Our monthly spending has swung everywhere from a $10,000 "setup month" to as low as $640. Watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/O3awGxunF4s
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 8
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
What's the biggest monthly expense you think we have living in Bangkok?
🏠 Rent
🍜 Food
🚆 Transportation
🏥 Healthcare
✈️ Something else?
We just finished breaking down our last 6 months of expenses, and I don't think most people will guess the biggest surprise.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 4
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Doc and Bean | Move Abroad Cost of Living Thailand
Think you're ready to move to Thailand? 🇹🇭 You might be packing all the wrong things. Here's what we'd bring again—and what we'd leave at home. Check out our latest video!👉 https://youtu.be/sPoFw11hlW0?si=73baK...
1 month ago | [YT] | 9
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