Lets face it and I have statistics on it and probably will compile graphs on it....but 99% of you guys who moved to issan done so because of a partner ,your not moving there to live by yourself in a Condo as a single expat

Although I would be interested if anyone has done this 

 

I would be also interested in those who did move to the isaan area whether that be with a partner or even by themselves and it didn't work out because you didn't find it exciting sitting in a village everyday 

 

Maybe the timing wasn't right , the family type of life with the family didn't suit you 

And to be honest it wouldn't suit many of the Pattaya guys waking up in the village where Ma Pa and the brother in law are coming to see you everyday !

Who has left the village and more so went back to places  like Pattaya or Phuket ,?

Maybe the partner that you went to be with left with you ?

Village life doesn't suit everyone 

It could be you getting sick of the family life 

The travel between shops etc 

Maybe just lonilesnes 

 

Maybe you love it village life 

 

What about any single guys who live in the city of Udon Thani in a condo?

 

Some guys like it up there.

Some guys had no choice because of their spouse, but may not admit it.

 

Met a Thai woman. Her British husband refused to move to Isaan and she didn't push too much because she thought he would divorce her.

 

1 hour ago, georgegeorgia said:

Lets face it and I have statistics on it and probably will compile graphs on it....but 99% of you guys who moved to issan done so because of a partner ,your not moving there to live by yourself in a Condo as a single expat

Although I would be interested if anyone has done this 

 

I would be also interested in those who did move to the isaan area whether that be with a partner or even by themselves and it didn't work out because you didn't find it exciting sitting in a village everyday 

 

Maybe the timing wasn't right , the family type of life with the family didn't suit you 

And to be honest it wouldn't suit many of the Pattaya guys waking up in the village where Ma Pa and the brother in law are coming to see you everyday !

Who has left the village and more so went back to places  like Pattaya or Phuket ,?

Maybe the partner that you went to be with left with you ?

Village life doesn't suit everyone 

It could be you getting sick of the family life 

The travel between shops etc 

Maybe just lonilesnes 

 

Maybe you love it village life 

 

What about any single guys who live in the city of Udon Thani in a condo?

 

There is no recipe, it finely comes down to you and your choices and economic no matter how you spin this around. 

 

You will be bored any place in Thailand, and you will be feeling like a misfit any place you go if you have no social skills, or just sit and expect the world to entertain you for free. 

 

You got all kinds of people on this forum feeding and breathing negativity day in and day out, and never get to experience real quality life with ups and downs and ups again. 

 

After your abilities to adopt to new environment and your econimy and your common sense for your future economy. 

 

Nr 1 is a good girl who have at least a few things in common with you and good communication 

Nr2 is her family 

Nr 3 is location and your neighbours

Nr 4 is the pollution and heat

 

and of course both of you can handle future crisis and solve them together. But still everything starts with you being a decent polite understanding and reflected man who finds a good decent girl. 

 

Live like a single in Thailand leads to quite a different life and lifestyle for most and also for some starts to think negative about women in general. Some gets corrupted about how they feel and think about women. 

 

What do you think, and what do you really want to do about your life? What do you truly desire 

 

 

 

24 minutes ago, Hummin said:

There is no recipe, it finely comes down to you and your choices and economic no matter how you spin this around. 

 

You will be bored any place in Thailand, and you will be feeling like a misfit any place you go if you have no social skills, or just sit and expect the world to entertain you for free. 

 

You got all kinds of people on this forum feeding and breathing negativity day in and day out, and never get to experience real quality life with ups and downs and ups again. 

 

After your abilities to adopt to new environment and your econimy and your common sense for your future economy. 

 

Nr 1 is a good girl who have at least a few things in common with you and good communication 

Nr2 is her family 

Nr 3 is location and your neighbours

Nr 4 is the pollution and heat

 

and of course both of you can handle future crisis and solve them together. But still everything starts with you being a decent polite understanding and reflected man who finds a good decent girl. 

 

Live like a single in Thailand leads to quite a different life and lifestyle for most and also for some starts to think negative about women in general. Some gets corrupted about how they feel and think about women. 

 

What do you think, and what do you really want to do about your life? What do you truly desire 

 

 

 

Absolutely beautiful post .

Thankyou for your service Sir 

 

 

Living the "dream' at the moment........but it's not enough.

 

I might enjoy a single life over here for a few months, but I imagine the novelty wears off.

 

I think a regular change of scenery is called for....even if you come back, you'll comeback refreshed.

Just now, Will B Good said:

 

 

Living the "dream' at the moment........but it's not enough.

 

I might enjoy a single life over here for a few months, but I imagine the novelty wears off.

 

I think a regular change of scenery is called for....even if you come back, you'll comeback refreshed.

But what about those once a year tourists who go to Pattaya for their 4 weeks holiday year after year after year 

1 minute ago, georgegeorgia said:

But what about those once a year tourists who go to Pattaya for their 4 weeks holiday year after year after year 

 

What about them?......48 weeks a year of purgatory......then Pattaya would be heaven for anyone.

 

I'm thinking either three or four months in four or three places each year. 

 

Thailand, UK, Turkey.....???

Nothing boring about Isaan, and people like the OP that have never been there assume it's all living in a nowhere village devoid of anything.

If you go to Isaan and live in one of the bigger cities like Khon Kaen/Korat/Ubon/Udon etc, then it is pretty cool without all the morons and tourists you find everywhere else... plus has everything you need like Central/The Mall/niche foreign food outlets, decent restaurants and real Thai-style nightlife, which is a more authentic experience than the Indian and Russian swamped beach nonsense places. Try it before to belittle it in your ignorance.

Would you recommend single life any of those places? 

 

If single you are better off at the bigger tourist places in my opinions even the bar and freelance scene, there is plenty of "normal" girls also. 

14 hours ago, georgegeorgia said:

But what about those once a year tourists who go to Pattaya for their 4 weeks holiday year after year after year 

 

Tourist is different than living in a place long-term.

 

If you need bars to keep you entertained 24/7, like in Pattaya, during retirement, you will end up blowing a ton of money. You better have deep pockets or find other ways to occupy your time. 

 

11 hours ago, Hummin said:

Would you recommend single life any of those places? 

 

If single you are better off at the bigger tourist places in my opinions even the bar and freelance scene, there is plenty of "normal" girls also. 

 

What is Pattaya?

 

Pattaya is : 

1 - 90% of girls work in the sex trade, with 10% in hotels and waitresses

2 - 99% of girls come from Isaan

 

So if you are single in Pattaya, what are your options?

1 - Stay single and indulge in the sex trade

2 - Get married ... but most likely to a sex worker because 90% of girls are sex workers, and then most likely relocate to Isaan because most girls are from Isaan and only moved there for the sex trade. 

 

With some exceptions, but not many. That's the path for most in Pattaya, from what I've gathered.

 

If you are single and live in Isaan, you might intercept a girl BEFORE she heads to Pattaya for the sex trade. 

 

 

 

3 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

 

What is Pattaya?

 

Pattaya is : 

1 - 90% of girls work in the sex trade, with 10% in hotels and waitresses

2 - 99% of girls come from Isaan

 

So if you are single in Pattaya, what are your options?

1 - Stay single and indulge in the sex trade

2 - Get married ... but most likely to a sex worker because 90% of girls are sex workers, and then most likely relocate to Isaan because most girls are from Isaan and only moved there for the sex trade. 

 

With some exceptions, but not many. That's the path for most in Pattaya, from what I've gathered.

 

If you are single and live in Isaan, you might intercept a girl BEFORE she heads to Pattaya for the sex trade. 

 

 

 

 

 

You don't seem to understand much about the demographics of Pattaya.

 

 

Your numbers are WAY out.

4 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

 

What is Pattaya?

 

Pattaya is : 

1 - 90% of girls work in the sex trade, with 10% in hotels and waitresses

2 - 99% of girls come from Isaan

 

So if you are single in Pattaya, what are your options?

1 - Stay single and indulge in the sex trade

2 - Get married ... but most likely to a sex worker because 90% of girls are sex workers, and then most likely relocate to Isaan because most girls are from Isaan and only moved there for the sex trade. 

 

With some exceptions, but not many. That's the path for most in Pattaya, from what I've gathered.

 

If you are single and live in Isaan, you might intercept a girl BEFORE she heads to Pattaya for the sex trade. 

 

 

 

I think your statistics is wrong, and a good place to meet interesting women is early morning walks, at the gym, or where they work. 

4 hours ago, georgegeorgia said:

Absolutely beautiful post .

All the postings on this thread are beautiful. 😂

 

Don't discriminate 

 

 

48 minutes ago, Hummin said:

Would you recommend single life any of those places? 

 

 

Yes, if you are energetic and want to explore/experience/understand Thailand (plus its culture properly) and where all these girls come from, then go see the real Thailand etc., as you never truly understand them if you stay in the touristy places, and unless you experience it from whence they came, and go off grid.

This is a good idea for a single guy, as it orientates him much better than the superficial and intoxicating shallow beach places that are designed to decieve... nothing to lose doing this, as if not attached, and it may well square you away with better decision making later due to experience and knowledge.

There are plenty of really authentic experiences to be had away from the touristy places, despite their obvious appeal, but it gives you a deeper understanding of the country and society... but it depends what floats your boat, your call.

Personally, I've travelled and spent time in all corners of Thailand and it has given me a good perspective of the country as a whole... a huge learning curve that has allowed me to live here long term and not screw it up over the last 25 years.

Many guys meet a woman in the touristy places, get involved, and have simply no clue what to do or what they are like... you have to see their origins to understand them, and that's why so many guys screw it up, because they apply their home country values out here, and that's a huge mistake because these girls are running different software to what you think they are.

 

39 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

 

 

 

If you are single and live in Isaan, you might intercept a girl BEFORE she heads to Pattaya for the sex trade. 

 

 

 

  How exactly could someone "intercept" girls heading to Pattaya? Waiting for them at the bus station ? That would be silly. The best approach would be to meet Isaan girls who have just recently arrived in Pattaya. Not all of them come here planning to sell their bodies. Many hope for more respectable options, like work in massage shops (without sexual services) or similar jobs. I also know that many girls eventually leave Pattaya when they realize there are no other opportunities for them except sex work.

  I personally met my young and attractive woman two months after she came to Pattaya for the first time. She completed massage training courses and was planning to go to China for work. Fate brought her together with me, and I believe I helped her avoid some of the unpleasant consequences such a journey might have led to. She’s a home-loving girl who has never worked in the sex industry. The only problem is her alcoholic mother. Greedy and envious of her daughter having a truly good and caring partner. But this is another topic already.

22 minutes ago, Sir Dude said:

Yes, if you are energetic and want to explore/experience/understand Thailand (plus its culture properly) and where all these girls come from, then go see the real Thailand etc., as you never truly understand them if you stay in the touristy places, and unless you experience it from whence they came, and go off grid.

This is a good idea for a single guy, as it orientates him much better than the superficial and intoxicating shallow beach places that are designed to decieve... nothing to lose doing this, as if not attached, and it may well square you away with better decision making later due to experience and knowledge.

There are plenty of really authentic experiences to be had away from the touristy places, despite their obvious appeal, but it gives you a deeper understanding of the country and society... but it depends what floats your boat, your call.

Personally, I've travelled and spent time in all corners of Thailand and it has given me a good perspective of the country as a whole... a huge learning curve that has allowed me to live here long term and not screw it up over the last 25 years.

Many guys meet a woman in the touristy places, get involved, and have simply no clue what to do or what they are like... you have to see their origins to understand them, and that's why so many guys screw it up, because they apply their home country values out here, and that's a huge mistake because these girls are running different software to what you think they are.

 

I do have many of the same experiences, but never lived rural places not connected to beaches or Islands as single. Travelled Thailands corners with and without partner, and spent years doing activities in Thailand, but my Isaan experience is through my wife only. Enjoy Isaan, but to be honest, I wouldn't lived here alone. Not even in a Isaan city, not for me. 

7 minutes ago, Hummin said:

I do have many of the same experiences, but never lived rural places not connected to beaches or Islands as single. Travelled Thailands corners with and without partner, and spent years doing activities in Thailand, but my Isaan experience is through my wife only. Enjoy Isaan, but to be honest, I wouldn't lived here alone. Not even in a Isaan city, not for me. 

Yeah... okay, fair enough. I don't do "rural" at all either... but the big cities are okay, as I don't do moron tourists etc. because they are draining. However. I enjoy spending some time in BBK... but better to visit than live there

5 minutes ago, Sir Dude said:

Yeah... okay, fair enough. I don't do "rural" at all either... but the big cities are okay, as I don't do moron tourists etc. because they are draining. However. I enjoy spending some time in BBK... but better to visit than live there

Same for me, we live rural village with no close neighbors, and travel when we feel for it. Lately more in my origin country due to work and family. 

 

Isaan is a great place to live, cheap lifestyle, but even better if you are a little bit flexible a d have options and interest in travelling when getting bored, or to hot or to much pollution.

3 minutes ago, Hummin said:

Same for me, we live rural village with no close neighbors, and travel when we feel for it. Lately more in my origin country due to work and family. 

 

Isaan is a great place to live, cheap lifestyle, but even better if you are a little bit flexible a d have options and interest in travelling when getting bored, or to hot or to much pollution.

Yeah, agree... I live in one of the big cities and it's actually really cool and no moron tourists to ruin your day.

2 hours ago, Hummin said:

Would you recommend single life any of those places? 

 

If single you are better off at the bigger tourist places in my opinions even the bar and freelance scene, there is plenty of "normal" girls also. 

Do single expats actually live in the isaan areas ?

I'm yet to read anyone single living in say Sisaket but maybe Udon Thani on a condo who knows ?

 

17 minutes ago, georgegeorgia said:

Do single expats actually live in the isaan areas ?

I'm yet to read anyone single living in say Sisaket but maybe Udon Thani on a condo who knows ?

 

 

Give different parts of Issan a try. The people are very warm and friendly. It will make you want to improve your Thai language skills to be able to talk to them.  Having transportation is important up there or you will go nuts. 

 

I'm heading up for a motorbike trip in a couple of days. There's a lot to see and hotels are dirt cheap. 

38 minutes ago, georgegeorgia said:

Do single expats actually live in the isaan areas ?

I'm yet to read anyone single living in say Sisaket but maybe Udon Thani on a condo who knows ?

 

Meet one or another, and last in Korat City, he lived at a hotel there by month. He also travelled to different places in Thailand by the season. 30k for a month included breakfast.

 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/aRP4Cq6bRr4vLuz69

I think Issan people are friendlier to farangs than Thais generally speaking.

And the Issan women like having farang lovers.

Ive lived in a small village in Sakon Nakhon province for the past 16 years,  just me ,wifey, daughter and the dog.   Fresh air , no crime, peace and quiet, it wouldnt suit a lot of you guys , but after 45 years of London its bliss. We do visit Bangkok and pattaya for a little holiday but after 3 or 4 days we cant wait to get home.

12 hours ago, save the frogs said:

Some guys like it up there.

Some guys had no choice because of their spouse, but may not admit it.

 

Met a Thai woman. Her British husband refused to move to Isaan and she didn't push too much because she thought he would divorce her.

 

 

And...?

7 hours ago, Hellfire said:

How exactly could someone "intercept" girls heading to Pattaya? Waiting for them at the bus station ?

 

Yes. That's what I did. Worked for me.

 

YMMV

TiT

Arrive to Isan via 'partner', but divorced about 1 yr later.   Remained in Isan for 16 more years by choice.  Even though visited the whole country more than a few times, and still remained in Isan.  

 

Last 8 years at Prachuap Khiri Khan (not Hua Hin) 

 

Was I bored, not really.  Too busy to be bored; exploring Isan & the rest of the country.  It was a good base till it wasn't.   Got really congested over those 17 years, so time to move on, to greener, less polluted (air) pastures, pineapple fields & coconut groves, closer to the surf.

 

Living a Better Dream now 😎

 

Unlike others, who are so bored in their home country, they come to TH, every year, to experience complain about something new.   Apparently never happy at home, or when on holiday.

 

Misery loves company ... just not welcome in my world.

3 hours ago, KhunLA said:

Arrive to Isan via 'partner', but divorced about 1 yr later.   Remained in Isan for 16 more years by choice.  Even though visited the whole country more than a few times, and still remained in Isan.  

 

Last 8 years at Prachuap Khiri Khan (not Hua Hin) 

 

Was I bored, not really.  Too busy to be bored; exploring Isan & the rest of the country.  It was a good base till it wasn't.   Got really congested over those 17 years, so time to move on, to greener, less polluted (air) pastures, pineapple fields & coconut groves, closer to the surf.

 

Living a Better Dream now 😎

 

Unlike others, who are so bored in their home country, they come to TH, every year, to experience complain about something new.   Apparently never happy at home, or when on holiday.

 

Misery loves company ... just not welcome in my world.

Sounds like your stuck in a rut

 

18 minutes ago, georgegeorgia said:

Sounds like your stuck in a rut

 

How you figure, since I already stated, at Isan & PKK by choice.  

 

Love the dog, the wife, the kid, though kid lives in Krung Thep.   Love our house, Solar, BEVs, live <10 mins from the surf, <10 mins from the rolling hills, before getting to Myanmar.

 

Air is good 9-10 months a year, and not that bad when it isn't in the green.   Easy to hop up north to see daughter, more than a few times a year.   Hua Hin is only 1.5 hrs away, if wanting 'city' shopping.    Loving living semi rural, as main town only has 26k people living here, and is only 1/2 square km.

 

Much closer to where we holiday now ... Southern provinces.  Actually live now where we use to holiday the most, when living in Isan.

 

For us .... BLISS

 

Try trolling someone else, you might get a rise out of them.  Reading your post, your seem to be the one stuck, and simply tolerating your life till you crap out.

 

Your so bored, you're asking other people if they are bored.   Let that one sink in 

 

Live with your choice ... choose wisely