Expat Life in Thailand: Always Extra Costs!

Join me in a surprisingly quiet Santitham/Chang Phueak area of Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand! The day kicks off perfectly with my absolute favorite 65-baht Massaman curry from Kinphak Vegetarian, but things quickly take a stressful turn. After my iPhone screen died and a cheap repair severely drained my battery, I was forced into an unexpected phone hunt. This chaotic 24 hours highlights a crucial lesson for anyone traveling or living as an expat in Thailand: always have an emergency fund! Relying on a strict monthly budget isn't enough when sudden expenses—like broken tech, motorbike mishaps, or general wear and tear—inevitably pop up. Don't get caught out—watch to find out why backup money is your best friend when living overseas! ---------------------------------------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL? ? Buy me a Green Tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/walkaboutwayne ?️ PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/walkaboutwayne ---------------------------------------- LOCATIONS: ?Kinphak Vegetarian: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ikKfW66br9Kv4e4c7 ?Tanin Market (Siri Wattana): https://maps.app.goo.gl/dbhviUzW3nK7oroMA ?Santitham Road: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7iRiGVj9zwBjQAEh6 ---------------------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/WalkAboutWayne ---------------------------------------- FOLLOW ME: https://www.instagram.com/walkaboutwayne/ https://www.facebook.com/walkaboutwayne1 ----------------------------------------