Living My BEST Life in Thailand for Under $20 a Day! | Da Nang Vs Bangkok

A budget comparison between Da Nang, Vietnam, and Bangkok, Thailand, aimed at retirees and cost-conscious travelers. The video contrasts daily expenses of around $20, covering hotel costs, street food prices, and transportation. In Bangkok, the S115 Residence Hotel offers clean rooms for $14/night, with street food items like Thai pastries for $0.59 and egg rolls for $0.89. Transportation by BTS/MRT averages $1.48, while tuk-tuks cost $4.45 for short distances. Top Bangkok attractions include the Ancient City open-air museum ($20.74), Ayutthaya day tours ($20.74), and the Grand Palace ($14.83). In Da Nang, the TidyTel Hotel and Apartments provides rooms for $14/night with kitchen and washer. Street food includes fresh sandwiches for $0.98 and fried bananas for $0.30. Da Nang transit costs $1–$3 via taxi or under $1 by motorbike. Day excursions range from Ba Na Hills ($41.24) and Marble Mountains ($26) to Hoi An ($21) and free Dragon Bridge fire shows. The comparison notes that Bangkok feels busier, while Da Nang offers a more relaxed, community-focused pace.