Share
Retire in Thailand vs. PH vs. Indonesia
ReportQuestion
Please briefly explain why you feel this question should be reported.
Which is the best place to retire, Thailand, Philippines, or Indonesia?
pillai7
Lost your password? Please enter your email address. You will receive a link and will create a new password via email.
Which is the best place to retire, Thailand, Philippines, or Indonesia?
Answers ( 2 )
Please briefly explain why you feel this answer should be reported.
Looking for the best places to retire in Asia and Oceania? Retire in Thailand. Of all of the countries in Asia, Thailand has garnered the most interest from retiring baby boomers. Thailand offers the best of what retirees seek, including a low cost of living, a high standard of living, exceptional weather, a beautiful landscape, decent healthcare, and friendly people. Their economy is sound with a thriving technology sector, varied industries, tourism, and unemployment under 4.5%. Although political strife has been in the news lately, the situation is not unusual, and for the average Thai living outside of Bangkok, life goes on as usual. Retire in the Philippines. The second most popular retirement destination in Asia and Oceania is the Philippines. The area has three primary draws for retirees. First is the very low cost of living. Rental costs (owning land is not permitted for foreigners) run about 20% of a comparable U.S. property. The second attraction is one that appeals to single men: the Filipino women. There is rampant poverty in this country and Filipino women see American, Canadian, and European men as an opportunity for security and a better life. Although this may sound desperate, there are thousands of expats living in the Philippines, and many are happily married to Filipino women. In many cases, marrying a foreigner will lift a woman’s entire family out of poverty, as their families are tight-knit and financial support of her family is expected. Retire in Indonesia. Indonesia is now the world’s third most populous democracy, the world’s largest archipelagic state, and home to the world’s largest Muslim population. Nonetheless, it has attracted the attention of U.S., Canadian, European, and especially Australian retirees. By far, the most desired of its many islands is Bali. Unlike the rest of Indonesia, its 3 million plus residents adhere mostly to the Balinese Hindu religion. Also unique is its history of Dutch Indonesian colonization. After Japanese occupation during World War II, the Dutch reclaimed Bali, but not long after, in 1949, they recognized Indonesian independence, including Bali.[1] But for me I choose to retire in the Philippines because it is my home although retirement is not easy here but I choose here because my family is here to stay with me Footnotes[1] Retire in Asia or Oceania | Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia
Please briefly explain why you feel this answer should be reported.
Well I can't give an objective opinion- I've never been to the Philippines and I'm not quite retired in Thailand- although I've lived here 20yrs. Indonesia is often hectic and is a Muslim country, which is beautiful with nice people but undeveloped. There's restrictions on western past times and it can be difficult to express an opinion which could be construed as any way critical of Islam. Thailand's people are much less sensitive about religion- although critics of the Monarchy, country or Buddhism aren't wanted. The people are generally friendlier and more tolerant. Nobody cares if youre a Christian or an athiest- nor would they worry if youre a Wicken. The country is beautiful in large parts. Enjoying oneself is encouraged. Many cities are western in part's- personally I prefer Thai food, but an Italian is nice now and again. As is western style shops and supermarkets. Its easy to get a visa if ones over 50. Its relatively inexpensive- one can live OK on 1000bucks a month and Like a rock star on a 1000bucks a week. There's lots of foriegn retirees, we aren't gawked at or considered unwelcome interlopers- Thais make good friends and neighbours. And so long as one behaves one is quietly welcomed and well treated. There's no typhoons- or other really extreme weather. And earthquakes, natural disasters are also thankfully very rare too. Niether of which could be said about Indonesia or the Philippines.