# THAILAND Expat Family Spent HOW MUCH in 2026?! || MATT MUSSON (E171)

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Podcast: [Fruiting Body Podcast (Thailand)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fruiting-body-podcast-thailand-4272786)
Published: 2026-01-14T08:21:40+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2ceeded6
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Duration seconds: 3347

## Resource

🌴 Canadian Family Life in Hua Hin, Thailand – The Real Story with Matt Musson 🌴 In this heartfelt and super honest podcast episode, I sit down with Matt Musson, a Canadian expat who packed up his wife and kids and moved from Canada to the beautiful coastal town of Hua Hin, Thailand! 🇨🇦➡️🇹🇭 Matt shares the full journey — the exciting dreams, the tough realities, and everything in between about raising a family in one of Thailand’s most relaxed and family-friendly beach destinations. We dive deep into: 🏠 The surprisingly high rent prices in popular Hua Hin areas (yes, it’s not all super cheap!) 🏫 How his kids are settling into Thai schools vs international schools, plus the real costs of international education in Thailand 💰 Honest side-by-side comparison: Cost of living Canada vs Thailand (food, housing, taxis, dining out & more!) 🍽️ Everyday life — from delicious street food & restaurant variety (including the famous Soy 94 scene!) to golfing almost every week ⛳ 🌙 Nightlife, daily routines, and the laid-back Hua Hin vibe that keeps families happy 🤝 How the expat community keeps everyone connected — events, friends, and support 🚗 Navigating traffic, cheap taxis, and choosing the right neighborhood for families 🇹🇭 The cultural adjustments, learning to love Thai ways, and even the unique caddy tipping culture on the golf course 😄 😅 The real challenges — what’s hard, what surprised them, and why they still say it’s been worth it If you’re dreaming about moving to Thailand with your family, thinking about retirement in Hua Hin, curious about golf life by the beach, or just love real expat stories — this episode is packed with practical insights, laughs, and no-filter truth. Matt’s family is living proof that it’s possible to build a happy, affordable, sunny life in…

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