⛳ Ever dreamed of teeing off in paradise?

Join us as Matt Richardson, golf pro at Laguna Phuket and competitor on the Thai Senior PGA Tour, pulls back the curtain on Thailand’s vibrant golf scene. 🌴

After falling in love with Thailand during a 1999 holiday, Matt traded Sheffield’s dreary weather for Phuket’s tropical fairways. With over 20 years of experience, he breaks down what makes Thai golf unique — from grainy greens that demand aggressive putting to humid conditions that affect ball flight. 🏌️‍♂️

For anyone planning a golf trip to Thailand, Matt shares insider recommendations:

🌟 Phuket’s top courses like Blue Canyon and Red Mountain

💰 Budget-friendly gems in Hua Hin

🔥 Hidden gem alert: Dragon Hills — two players for just 1,500 THB

The chat also dives into the Thai Senior PGA Tour, where local pros regularly shoot jaw-dropping scores like 59 and 61! Matt’s practical course management tips and teaching philosophy will help golfers of all levels sharpen their game.

Whether you’re planning your first Thai golf getaway or looking to improve your swing, this episode delivers expert guidance to elevate your game.

✨ Ready to experience Thailand’s fairways for yourself?

Connect with Matt 👉 https://www.instagram.com/mattfit4golf

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🌍 What keeps a Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach rooted in Thailand for eight years when he could return to the comforts of England or his native Brazil?

🤼‍♂️ Nando Borralho returns for his third appearance to share the real truth about expatriate life in Phuket. Fresh food that actually spoils 🥬, beaches accessible to everyone 🏖️, and safety levels that let him leave keys in his motorbike 🔑—these simple pleasures form the foundation of Nando's paradise.

The conversation dives into Nando's journey: from training at Gracie Baha to opening Delta BJJ at Boat Avenue 🥋. He also breaks down the visa runs to Laos ✈️, the dance of work permits 📑, and his role as an ADCC referee that keeps him connected to Phuket’s fast-growing jiu-jitsu community 🌐.

👨‍👦 Most touching are Nando’s reflections on raising his two sons in Thailand—structured routines, early bedtimes ⏰, and educational opportunities 📚 that contrast with his freestyle Brazilian childhood, yet give his kids a strong foundation.

As Phuket changes around him—traffic jams 🚦 replacing empty roads and construction popping up overnight 🏗️—Nando stays grounded: “Every change hurts. You’re moving, I’m moving, it hurts—it’s how much you like to hurt.”

✨ This balance of gratitude for Thailand’s gifts and acceptance of its challenges sums up the expat life perfectly.

👉 Reach out to Coach Nando on Instagram to learn about training at Delta BJJ, whether you’re a beginner looking for self-defense skills or an experienced practitioner sharpening your game in paradise.

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🌴 From Hong Kong skyscrapers to the golf courses of Phuket 🏌️‍♂️ — Kelly McKenney shares his inspiring journey of retiring at 55 and starting a new life in Thailand’s tropical paradise 🇹🇭✨

In this episode, we dive deep into:
✅ Early retirement planning 💼➡️🌅
✅ Expat life in Phuket 🌴🌊
✅ Golfing in Thailand ⛳
✅ Daily routines: yoga, meditation, community, and more 🧘‍♂️☕
✅ Real estate in Thailand 🏠🇹🇭
✅ Health insurance costs for retirees 💉💸
✅ The rapid transformation of Phuket into a bustling expat hub 🌆🚧
✅ The rising Russian & Ukrainian community in Phuket 🌍👥
✅ Advice for future retirees looking to relocate to Southeast Asia 🌏🌴

Kelly’s story spans decades of working in Canada, France, London, and Hong Kong in the finance world, before relocating to Phuket in 2016. Now living a structured, healthy, and social lifestyle in retirement, he offers a rare look into what real expat life in Thailand looks like — beyond the brochure ✈️🏝️

He discusses the benefits and challenges of retiring abroad, including soaring private healthcare costs in Thailand, traffic and infrastructure concerns, and the shift from peace to urban growth in Phuket.

But above all, Kelly’s mindset is what makes this story truly inspiring:
💬 “What do I have to be grateful for? So much. There’s no reason to be negative.” 🙏

📌 Whether you’re dreaming of early retirement in Asia, curious about the expat lifestyle in Thailand, or wondering how to make a life abroad after 50, this video is packed with valuable insights and real talk.

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