Namrevlis
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Although I miss Thailand a lot, especially my friends, I'm happy in Turkey, in a medium size city on the Mediterranean coast. At 82, I'm older than most expats in Thailand or Turkey, The entire health/medical system here is far superior to the systems in USA and Thailand. Although not free, it costs me about US$50/month for both me and my wife. No deductibles or co-pays. Last month, in need of three prescription drugs, I called the government hot line and the meds were delivered in 15 minutes. Ensconced due to the pandemic, I don't go out, even to the hospital. Last week my doctor told me to come in for examination and to give blood and urine for testing. Instead, I called and a doctor and nurse came to my home. I had the exam and blood was drawn. All at nno cost, though I assume something was paid by my insurance and no form to fill out. Everything smooth as silk. Even the blood, urine and doctor's reports are viewable on the doctor's computer AND even my computer. All way ahead of many countries, including the USA.
As for physical dangers, sure, Turkey borders Iran, Iraq and Syria, and Russia isn't that far, I feel secure. I think China has a short fuse and could conceivably erupt. <removed> I was in Thailand for an all too brief visit recently and hope to go again next year. It is so very different than when I lived there many years ago but I still love it. Dave Silverman
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It appears to me that most, if not all of the above respondents are not American. Americans do not need a tourist visa and they treat you like a VIP at the airport when you arrive. Your US passport is stamped at the airport for a 30 day stay and you may extend that for 15 days at the immigration office nearest you. Most expats use land routes to Laos, Burma, etc. for new visas but I recommend flying to Kuala Lumpur and spending 2 or more days in Malaysia. Other nearby countries are great also. I don't know how many times a year you can do this, so be sure to look into this. Best bet is to connect with some American expats who do not work for a company that takes care of immigration requirements. Regards and good luck.
Dave
Originally from NY but lived in LA for 28 years and 8 years in Jacksonville, FL. Also lived and worked in ten other countries for 2 years or more.
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I've traveled extensively around the world and used to shop at the duty free shops, primarily to get my permitted allotment of alcoholic drinks. Over the years I've seen the prices steadily rise to the point of now being double the prices in American liquor stores. Of course, in some countries taxes are so high that airport prices may seem attractive. I still come out of those stores with the clear feeling that, although the prices may be "duty free" they are very far from "profit free." In addition, a brief conversation with the store manager often shows how rude and arrogant they can be. My feeling now is that nobody should ever buy anything at all from any duty free shop.
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