Ethiopia

[Ethioanon]

I ended up getting the numbers of about 5 gorgeous girls who were willing to come to the hotel with me. I called a couple who were very happy to hear from me. But alas I couldn't change my booking and had to fly off early the next morning.

Can I get at least one number?

[Mad Dog65]

Greetings all. Have read the forum extensively, like a good senior member, and have two questions:

1. Are there any hotels with pool and gym which allow visitors (I am happy to pay a visitor fee to use the pool and facilities) to partake in the vicinity of the Piazza? (I will likely be staying at the Z Guesthouse)

2. What is the state of wireless internet in Addis? Am wondering whether to bring my computer. Very much enjoyed the option of 3G modem when I was in Kenya.

Thanks in advance.

S9

1. I don't think there is a hotel with pool in Piazza area but I might be mistaken.

2. Wireless internet is getting more common and several cafe; s have it as a service not so sure in Piazza area but many in Bole. I use the wireless modem and it is great but not sure if a visitor can get one perhaps you can rent it? You will see the electronic stores advertising for CDMA and EVDO so it might be worth checking out.

Cheers.

MD

[Member #4148]

Greetings all. Have read the forum extensively, like a good senior member, and have two questions:

1. Are there any hotels with pool and gym which allow visitors (I am happy to pay a visitor fee to use the pool and facilities) to partake in the vicinity of the Piazza? (I will likely be staying at the Z Guesthouse)

2. What is the state of wireless internet in Addis? Am wondering whether to bring my computer. Very much enjoyed the option of 3G modem when I was in Kenya.

Thanks in advance.

S9

[Mad Dog65]

greetings all.

arriving early in the morning and departing late at night.

recommendations for daytime wandering / mongering action?

if you have a day room it would be helpful for daytime action. you can wonder up to piaza. take a taxi cruise the cafes and chat up the ladies where many are semi-pro (read the board for more information). you could also check out the area around addis ababa university as well for interested students, lots of cafes and you can check out the museum there if interested. other options include massage spa's that are rep001tered about bole road and meskel flower area. read the board for details but don't expect too much interms of extras. hope this helps.

[Member #4148]

If I intend to leave the airport just for the day and returning for my night flight?

[Member #4148]

Greetings all.

Arriving early in the morning and departing late at night.

Recommendations for daytime wandering/mongering action?

[WhizzKid]

Any further news? I am back in Addis and was going to visit there tonight.

I plan on heading over on thursday but will not be surprised if they are closed as the owner had mentioned that they might be closing to me last time. There is another copycat place nearby according to reports but have not been.

Do let the board know if you make it over that way.

MD

[Wonder World]

Hi Norweez,

I went to Addis a couple of time last year. I had the exact similar experience. A guy near my hotel asked for time etc etc. And they college fest - once a year story. Went to this one storied house with a big gate. And there were around 8-10 girls.... all decently good (not wow). I remember one dark but pretty looking girl was brewing coffee (Their typical strong coffee) on the floor. 3-4 girls came and greeted blah blah blah. After a while they asked for drink. As I agreed, I saw I gota bill of 6000 birr :-O I was furious. I first slapped the guy who brought me here. Then the owner got a bit scared too seeing me slapping. anyway negotiated to 1500 birr as the total bill. Then they said as I boyught them drink, I can take any girl I want for the night. I was pretty pissed off. Anyway, allowed my head to work and took one girl from there. ANyway, the money is gone, better atleast enjoy the girl.. Such girl I could pick at max max max 400 birr.

My advice:the moment someone says once-a-year student, immediately kick his butt hard or preferrably at his groin.

Have fun.

Hi guys,

I was in ethopia a short while ago and need some advice on an experience i had.

On

[Norweez]

It seems a fun place as long as u keep an eye on your spending. But where exactly is this place? Norweez or Biffa, can you give us the specific direction or any name for the place or nearby? Thank you for the great reports!

Yes I still believe if this is a hooker joint its too good to be true. I read up on some of the reports on this site and tried to follow the advice.

Massage places for a handjob is not really my thing, especially since it seems like a hit and miss thing here.

I went to the bars and frankly I didn't really like the girls or the scene that much, girls were about 4-6's at most.

I looked at the street hookers and they looked like they were unclean and std infested. Too much of a risk for me to take and a hassle to deal with the language. Besides, its been reported by more than one that they want to get the deed out the way asap and sometimes don't even take their top off.

So a place full of beautiful young intelligent girls who speak English almost fluently and who are in reality hookers acting like they want to save money for school. In a thread of reports like the ones I've seen here, yes it does sound too good to be true.

Why haven't any of you reported this before?! It would have been the first stop for many of us.

Now that I know its a con and I can pick a girl from there to accompany me, it would be the first place I visit. If only I can find it since I was taken there by a cab. Its somewhere on Bole Road.

[Paul Samson]

It seems a fun place as long as u keep an eye on your spending. But where exactly is this place? Norweez or Biffa, can you give us the specific direction or any name for the place or nearby? Thank you for the great reports!

[QUOTE=Norweez]Hi guys,

I was in ethopia a short while ago and need some advice on an experience i had....

One thing led to another and he told me that there was this celebration that takes place only once a year by college girls who wanted to earn some money for univeristy.

[John Auro]

Biffa, which towns "upcountry" wz christmas bars hv u been?
never moved out of town exept Harar...
john

[Member #4349]

Sorry mate, you woz robbed. But I can't blame them for taking you, you're a mark and you need to push back.

Its all a game. Was you near the crossroads at Olympia up from the getu shopping mall? Same thing happened to me, the tout told me "ethopian dancing and celebrations", and immediately the "Tej" (honey alcohol) came out. I was asked to buy a round for the girls, but I glommed onto the con and told them absolutely not, no uncertain terms.

Eventually I chose a slightly overweight one with vast titties (its ma thing) and we went off to a dumpy motel. 300 and I was overcharged, easy double, but it was hot and I was horny, they had the motel sorted and condoms handy.

Later I had hours (good) massage and HJ all for 100, (about $7). Upcountry the girls in the Christmas light bars go for 60 or less.

[Gesheft]

The only thing was that the drinks were way too expensive, they were a 'special ocasion' mix of alcohol and honey thats been brewed for over a year or something for the purpose of raising money for these students. I think it was over 200 birr per drink or more. I had already bought a few before knowing the price.

come on .... were you born yesterday ?!?!? 200Birr per drink ?!?!?!?!
If I get charged 30 Birr for a beer its expensive !
My friend you were well & truly ripped off ..
"I ended up spending more that 1000 birr for the drinks"
... and not even a blow job?!?!?!?
Phone numbers ... I can give you a dozen for half that price !

take care next time
G

[Mad Dog65]

Hi Mad dog65,

Your freelance masseuse, what kind of massage is she performing, and is she doing extras? At what price?

Kindalupo - She is more the straight massuese. However, like most of the "spas" in the Bole area, there is a hole in the wall place called ABiy Massage. Seble and Salam are there and give a decent massage for 100b and then basic extra for 50b or so depends - YMMV. Nothing outstanding but they are coachable.

To get there go to Brunos ice cream behind the mende Alem Church in Bole/Edna Mall area. Pass Bruno's on your left go to next block turn left go one block 50 meters turn left and it is a few houses up on your left - you will see the sign.

Cheers

MD

[Mad Dog65]

I have a query for the board. Does anyone know of a clean cheap short time hotel/motel/bar/ in the area of bole near the airport/edna mall area? Much appreciated. I have an excellent masseuse who is in between spas and does house calls but that is bit inconvenient. thanks for any information that you can share.

Cheers

MD