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Most women, globally, despise “try hard” with guys. I see so many dudes in Asia who try way too hard to impress the ladies.

It is safe to say I have disappointed a SE Asian female or two. Whether I've "broken their hearts" would be impossible for me to say. Only they would know to what extent their hearts were in it to begin with.

It's basically the Philippines but with better Western food.

On 8/17/2023 at 10:34 PM, Trippy said:

The only thing good about PI is the girls, everything else is pretty bad compared to Thailand.

Many expats in Thailand, who are seeking a long-term relationship, find a partner in the Philippines and bring her back to LOS.  Some might say the best of both worlds.

If you live in a tourist haven, plan a trip to an Isaan city. Go online a few days in advance and line up dates. Show up and enjoy yourself.

7 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

There's always someone better, or more clever than us. We may not have met them yet, is all.

 Growing up, mom and dad taught me that virtually everyone I meet is superior to me in some way.

On 8/8/2023 at 1:58 PM, fredwiggy said:

It makes a difference now and in your future, and possibly your children's thinking, and their children. Although in a hundred years, and maybe half that, we might not have any more food to feed the population anyway.

So, my great grandkids will have the details on how (and with whom) I spent my time?

100 years from now, will it make any difference with whom you spent your time and what her occupation was at the time you first met her?

On 4/9/2023 at 7:45 AM, GinBoy2 said:

 

 

Renting may well suit many here.

 

The term "rent" and "renting" is used quite often in these forums. Are we talking about the girlfriend who receives a monthly allowance?  If so, is it still considered renting when they get married and he is still providing her with financial support/salary?

A Filipina is not one of the options. Some expats believe that the secret to relationship success is to find a sweet Filipina and bring her to Thailand. 

On 8/26/2022 at 11:13 AM, BritManToo said:

Two rules in life....... For being a man. 

1. Don't care about anyone else's feelings. 

It’s a fact that my friends who don’t get too wrapped up in a lady’s feelings seem to be infinitely happier and carefree than those who get carried away with her emotional state and are keen on ensuring her feelings don’t get hurt. 

I do 2 or 3 24-hour fasts per week. Just water and coffee. The first 3 or 4 times you do it, you feel hungry and you’ll maybe have a slight headache. After that, it’s smooth sailing.

I’m a bit surprised that no one has mentioned the Honda Jazz as an alternative.

5 hours ago, Neeranam said:

The main thing to worry about if you are thinking of marrying a younger woman - choose one with no son, this nearly always ends in disaster.

Yes, I tend to think that daughters are much easier. They don’t feel like they are competing with you.

For those who have direct experience with the Suzuki line, what are the pros and cons for each?

Also, is it just me or are these cars geared towards the female market? (I don’t think I know a male farang who owns either model.)

2 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

Pros-
1. The women can be lovely. And many of them speak english. And if you are older guy, that is a plus in the PI. Plus they are way less demanding, and the bar is set much lower, in terms of their expectations. Older guys can get with far younger women, without an issue. The parents actually encourage it! Generally, it is possible to have a real conversation with many women there. Not the case here. It is rare here. Unlike most Thai women, the women there can have a real sense of curiousity, and will ask genuine questions about you, and your life, beyond where do you come from, how much do you earn, and what do you own? The PI seems to have a higher level of intellectual development. Also, many would argue that PI women are better lovers, and far more into sex than the average Thai woman. Although that is subjective. 

 

Pre-COVID, some guys found a lady there and brought her back to Thailand. Best of both worlds.

Quality health care is a factor for older dudes like us. Some expats who have experiences in both countries, feel that Thailand is a better bet in that regard.

On 5/7/2022 at 9:57 AM, 2009 said:

You are best off staying single here.

 

Thailand must be one of the best places on Earth to be single, why do we make the mistake of getting hooked up? 

We are all a long way from home. Many of us try the “relationship thing” because we like the idea of someone on the ground here who seemingly cares about us and complements our lives. Of course, whether she really cares (or not) could be the subject of another thread.

3 minutes ago, gregk0543 said:

Yes but its a good question because in malaysia it is now 3 shots.

So, travelers to Malaysia need at least 1 booster?

On 5/5/2022 at 5:21 PM, jerrymahoney said:

Well OK but, if she is an all around hot number, if you take  too much time, maybe she'll just find someone else.

Some become fearful she will get away so they take the plunge. They forget they live in SE Asia where finding another one is a piece of cake.

in 2019, they x-rayed one of my bags.  Interestingly, it was not the big duffle bag but the smaller suitcase.

On 4/9/2022 at 12:16 PM, BritManToo said:

2. The women are instantly replaceable, usually with one younger and prettier.

I don't lose much sleep over it but it amazes me that so many Western guys here in Thailand don't seem to realize this. I understand having a scarcity mindset back home but here?

On 10/1/2021 at 7:23 PM, spidermike007 said:

 

The trick is, being prepared, saying no, and pushing back. Some guys can, and many guys can't. Time is a man's ally. Not theirs. 

"If you love me, you will buy me a house so that I will be ok after you are gone." Seen this a time or two with buddies.

Most of us make decisions based purely on fear.