Tourism in Thailand isn’t what it used to be. Empty beaches, frustrated visitors, higher prices, ATM fees, and even laws against leaving honest reviews... 🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: https://patreon.com/mrlarishin 
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