Hello - I am getting of an age where I'd like to just relax and take things a bit easy, and was thinking seriously about relocation to Thailand. I visited about 10 years ago - stayed a month - mostly in Chang Rai, and fell in love with the country. I would prefer to live near the water - being a California native - I love the sun and sea.
Before I get too immersed into this pipedream of mine - would someone open my eyes? Is this a practical venture? I would have a fairly substantial 'nestegg' and would be collecting retirement - but I really want to know whether or not someone can actually make it there? I don't mind working - no real degrees - but an extensive Telecom background - proficient in wireless - but mainly the service end, although I plan on 'using' the company I work for to enhance my technical skills.
Please - truth only? No matter how tough it is to absorb, I would rather bite the bullet and either bust my rear to make it happen, or just retire the idea along with my body. I DO have some health concerns - mostly related to chronic pain - so any info on medical resources would also be appreciated!
Thanks a bunch!
Jimmy