A homeless nomad who spends most of the year wandering overseas has won the right to keep his welfare payment after arguing his pension goes further in South-East Asia than in Australia.
Continue ReadingA Fun Thing to Do as a RIPper (Retiree In Paradise)
If you are thinking of becoming a RIPper (Retiree In Paradise), you might be wondering what you would do with all your free time.
Continue ReadingThailand — Eating Foreign Snacks at Thai Prices
Let’s face it. We all have certain things that make us feel… well, comfortable. This includes our favorite snack foods.
Continue ReadingRetireCheap.Asia Member Talks about the Costs of Beach Living in Thailand
I interview a member and frequent visitor to Thailand.
Continue ReadingLiving in Asian or Latin Countries. Take Responsibility or Get Hurt
If you are thinking to become a RIPper (Retiree In Paradise), there are some things to watch out for.
Continue ReadingHappy New Year 2013 — JC Reflects on the Past and Looks to the Future
Just thought I ‘d give some thoughts about making the move to become a RIPper (Retiree In Paradise) a reality.
Continue ReadingCost of One Bedroom Apartment Rentals Chiang Mai
Say you have a monthly income of between $750 – $1000 a month. I call you all Cat 2 RIPpers (Retirees In Paradise). What could a Cat 2 RIPper look forward to living in?
Continue ReadingRetireCheap.Asia Members Talk about Moving to Thailand
I interview a married couple who are members who made the leap to pack up and move to Thailand having never been here.
Continue ReadingThailand- Candles Lighting the Way for Goodness
It seems like there is a festival or holiday almost every week in Thailand. But this is one of the special ones.
Continue ReadingHappy Holidays 2012 from JC and RetireCheap.Asia
I just want to say to all my loyal viewers thank you for your support and I wish all of you a lot of happiness and cheer for the holidays and the new year.
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