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Priced out of Austin, he bought a one-way ticket out of the US. Now, he lives on a Thai island for a fraction of the cost.

Summary by Business Insider
Mike Holp left the US because of the high cost of living. Now, he's living in Koh Samui, Thailand, and has no regrets.Amanda Goh.Mike Holp, now 38, left Austin in 2019 due to the high cost of living.He bought a one-way ticket to Asia and eventually settled in Koh Samui, Thailand.Island life is slower and much more affordable; his monthly expenses rarely exceed $1,800.Seven years ago, Mike Holp was riding through the streets of Austin as a food d…

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Business Insider broke the news in United States on Monday, June 2, 2025.
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