While the article suggests that Thailand is no longer cheap (due to popularity?), it is still quite cheap. For $1-2k/mo you can live comfortably, including bea

While the article suggests that Thailand is no longer cheap (due to popularity?), it is still quite cheap. For $1-2k/mo you can live comfortably, including beach areas. Things work pretty well, and the people tend to be generally friendly and positive (despite their relative poverty). Honestly though, one doesn't have to settle for any single place. Try several, spending a few months in each. And before you decide to live long term in a place, be sure to stay during whichever is considered to be their worst season.