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HorseTrader
07-19-23, 17:29
I haven't met one who smokes it. That's my limited experience since December 2022.
Now that I think about it, I have never met a bargirl who smoked weed.One of my March favorites wanted it and sometimes had it, but she said it is too expensive to use frequently.
Mr Enternational
07-19-23, 21:07
I was wondering how the girls feel about cannibis now that it is legal.Nobody cares. It is a non-issue. People walk past the places the same as they do 7-Elevens.
One of my March favorites wanted it and sometimes had it, but she said it is too expensive to use frequently.I am glad that you said that. It just goes to show how much value the baht has to Thai people. A Thai stick can be purchased for 100 baht. For 100 baht she can eat 2 times. Imagine what the 3000 baht a lot of guys pay really is to them if the 100 baht for a joint is too expensive to pay often. 3000 baht (30 joints) is nothing to sneeze at.
Nobody cares. It is a non-issue. People walk past the places the same as they do 7-Elevens.
I am glad that you said that. It just goes to show how much value the baht has to Thai people. A Thai stick can be purchased for 100 baht. For 100 baht she can eat 2 times. Imagine what the 3000 baht a lot of guys pay really is to them if the 100 baht for a joint is too expensive to pay often. 3000 baht (30 joints) is nothing to sneeze at.You can still find 30 baht noodles all over Bangkok, so its three meals.
Think about that boys next time you buy a 500 baht preroll down at one of the shops in Satans Playground. Or one of the 750 baht grams in Wonderland, that's 20 meals.
What did you plan to do with your friend that you think you can not do alone?Wanking?
Filler.
What did you plan to do with your friend that you think you can not do alone?IMHO, mongering is always better with a wingman. If for no other reason than to have one buddy with whom you can reminisce.
MrJoker123
07-21-23, 01:42
So, for Christmas of 2022, me and a few friends celebrated in Thailand, on 1 night out, heading back from the club ROUTE 66 there where some checkpoint, but the police only pulled over car with tourist, and literally search us for Cocaine. LOL at first I thought it was because I didn't have a seat belt on, but they asked us to empty our pocket and them flip though our wallet and that when it clicked there looking for drugs.
As anyone else experienced this.
So, for Christmas of 2022, me and a few friends celebrated in Thailand, on 1 night out, heading back from the club ROUTE 66 there where some checkpoint, but the police only pulled over car with tourist, and literally search us for Cocaine. LOL at first I thought it was because I didn't have a seat belt on, but they asked us to empty our pocket and them flip though our wallet and that when it clicked there looking for drugs.
As anyone else experienced this.Yes, pre-pandemic same thing happened to me and the group I was with in Bangkok. In a taxi returning to the hotel from dinner and we turned a corner and the police have a blockade setup and are pulling over cars with foreigners in it. They do a complete search of us and one person in our group had a very small plastic bag with some residue in it so we were all taken to the police station and extorted. Not a fun night.
I know some of the condos in thailand can only be sold to thais and not foreigners. Is it the same for condo rentals? Are some condos reserved to only be rented to thais? Thanks.
Yes, pre-pandemic same thing happened to me and the group I was with in Bangkok. In a taxi returning to the hotel from dinner and we turned a corner and the police have a blockade setup and are pulling over cars with foreigners in it. They do a complete search of us and one person in our group had a very small plastic bag with some residue in it so we were all taken to the police station and extorted. Not a fun night.Could get nasty even if they don't find any illegal drug but find a vaping pen.
Banana Boi
07-21-23, 22:39
Is it the same for condo rentals? Are some condos reserved to only be rented to thais? Farang can rent a Thai owned condo or house. We just can't own them.
Explorer8939
07-22-23, 00:39
I know some of the condos in thailand can only be sold to thais and not foreigners. Is it the same for condo rentals? Are some condos reserved to only be rented to thais? Thanks.A condo building may sell up to 49% of its condos to foreigners. Once that quota is met, the remainder of the units can only be sold to Thais.
Which is why they are half empty.
I'm going back to Thailand in 2 months. I would like to try another country on the way there. Which country would you recommend I fly to for a few days to visit on the way there? I was thinking Germany or the Phillipines. I don't want to spend a lot of money adding this trip, maybe $1000 to $1500 usd and just staying 2 or 3 days. I would like it to be some country where our hobby is easy and straight forward. Are my thoughts on money reasonable? Thank you for any advice. I will be flying from USA.
Only wage slaves and government employees calculating inflation numbers exclude the highest cost items in order to arrive at a number they like. Businessmen (like me) know that you must take into account all of your expenses when calculating your costs.
The cost of air travel, hotel, food and incidentals are all part of the cost of your trip. You then add the cost of the girls. Take the number of nuts you busted and divide it into your total and you get your CPO (Cost Per Orgasm). That is an objective number can use to measure the true cost of busting your nut each time you shoot it off. And you can compare this number across any country you chose to visit.
I'm renting a condo in a building I quite like just across the river (Thon Buri side), and was thinking of maybe buying a unit. Decided against it, as I'm done with Bangkok. But that's another story. Anyway I checked out the "penthouse" units. There are eight of them. Four on the river side, in other words nice view, and four looking over the grimy suburbs of the city. Only four of the eight were up for sale. All four had the same view. No doubt you can guess which. I haven't checked with Juristic, but judging from other signs (parking, lights on in the evening, uncollected mail / notices, etc.), I make the building to be about 55% occupied.
A condo building may sell up to 49% of its condos to foreigners. Once that quota is met, the remainder of the units can only be sold to Thais.
Which is why they are half empty.
Banana Boi
08-09-23, 13:37
A condo building may sell up to 49% of its condos to foreigners. Once that quota is met, the remainder of the units can only be sold to Thais.
Which is why they are half empty.The Thais rent to foreigners. I've never rented a condo that was not Thai owned.
Where else to monger for not a lot of money
Jakarta and Phnom Penh if you prefer bars. Vietnam if you don't mind online shopping.
TherminMermin
08-09-23, 15:57
I'm going back to Thailand in 2 months. I would like to try another country on the way there. Which country would you recommend I fly to for a few days to visit on the way there? I was thinking Germany or the Phillipines. I don't want to spend a lot of money adding this trip, maybe $1000 to $1500 usd and just staying 2 or 3 days. I would like it to be some country where our hobby is easy and straight forward. Are my thoughts on money reasonable? Thank you for any advice. I will be flying from USA.Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Medellin, Cartagena.
Jayagopal50
08-10-23, 01:34
Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Medellin, Cartagena.All are out of the way to Thailand.
A condo building may sell up to 49% of its condos to foreigners. Once that quota is met, the remainder of the units can only be sold to Thais.
Which is why they are half empty.Buying a unit in a building that is only half sold would be kind of worrying to me. I wonder if there are ways to find out how many units in a particular building are sold versus not sold. Somebody told me that for the most part Thai folks are only interested in the brand new buildings making older buildings a bit more of a risk I guess. I wonder if smaller well kept complexes are a better bet than the really huge complexes.
Explorer8939
08-10-23, 04:02
Buying a unit in a building that is only half sold would be kind of worrying to me. I wonder if there are ways to find out how many units in a particular building are sold versus not sold. Somebody told me that for the most part Thai folks are only interested in the brand new buildings making older buildings a bit more of a risk I guess. I wonder if smaller well kept complexes are a better bet than the really huge complexes.You misunderstood me.
A condo building may sell 100% of its units, but cannot sell more than 49% to foreigners.
So the 49% law has nothing to do with how many units have been sold, if you are wondering about how full the building is.
But, if you worry about occupancy, consider that a condo may be sold, but not occupied.
My personal opinion is that few Thais buy condos, I think that the condi owners create dummy Thai companies to take title of 50% of the units, which is why most condo buildings are half empty.
That's really cool man (literally)! LOL!
https://airlinegeeks.com/2023/08/08/really-cool-airlines-expects-to-launch-in-december/
WanderingMan
09-13-23, 19:27
I'm going back to Thailand in 2 months. I would like to try another country on the way there. Which country would you recommend I fly to for a few days to visit on the way there? I was thinking Germany or the Philippines. I don't want to spend a lot of money adding this trip, maybe $1000 to $1500 usd and just staying 2 or 3 days. I would like it to be some country where our hobby is easy and straight forward. Are my thoughts on money reasonable? Thank you for any advice. I will be flying from USA.Germany is not enroute to Thailand from the USA (almost all flights go over the Pacific), and the prices in Germany for female companionship are not inexpensive.
The Philippines offers inexpensive prices for companionship and is about a four to six hour flight from BKK to most airports in the Philippines (Cebu and Clark). Philippine food isn't as good as Thai food, but the Philippine Islands offer a different cultural experience worth experiencing. Flights from the Philippines to Thailand typically cost approximately $150 to $300 if booked in advance. With a budget of $1000 to $1500 for one or two days, you can do whatever you want in the Philippines.
I'm going back to Thailand in 2 months. I would like to try another country on the way there. Which country would you recommend I fly to for a few days to visit on the way there? I was thinking Germany or the Phillipines. I don't want to spend a lot of money adding this trip, maybe $1000 to $1500 usd and just staying 2 or 3 days. I would like it to be some country where our hobby is easy and straight forward. Are my thoughts on money reasonable? Thank you for any advice. I will be flying from USA.I suggest just flying in to CRK Clarks in Philippines. It's the Angeles city airport. Stay on or within a stones throw of fields st for ease. Or stay at ABC if you want the best hotel in the area which is further away. For 3 days there's no need to go anywhere else. $1000 should be plenty for that amount of time including hotel and girls. IIRC you'll be paying something like $80 to bar find a girl for LT (girl and bar fee included) where she will stay overnight with you. Food and environment leaves something to be desired but the girls are all fairly accommodating and higher on GFE scale. Condoms are basically optional for all girls. General hospitality of the Filipino people is also impressive; I loved that about the culture.
Only wage slaves and government employees calculating inflation numbers exclude the highest cost items in order to arrive at a number they like. Businessmen (like me) know that you must take into account all of your expenses when calculating your costs.
The cost of air travel, hotel, food and incidentals are all part of the cost of your trip. You then add the cost of the girls. Take the number of nuts you busted and divide it into your total and you get your CPO (Cost Per Orgasm). That is an objective number can use to measure the true cost of busting your nut each time you shoot it off. And you can compare this number across any country you chose to visit.The outcome will be irrelevant as the girl costs, even if you take two per day will not change much the figure between one country and in the other, even if they are different one from the other. Flight, food, hotels will be more or less the same. So what will change if a country has girls charging 40 $ and another 60?
Only wage slaves and government employees calculating inflation numbers exclude the highest cost items in order to arrive at a number they like. Businessmen (like me) know that you must take into account all of your expenses when calculating your costs.
The cost of air travel, hotel, food and incidentals are all part of the cost of your trip. You then add the cost of the girls. Take the number of nuts you busted and divide it into your total and you get your CPO (Cost Per Orgasm). That is an objective number can use to measure the true cost of busting your nut each time you shoot it off. And you can compare this number across any country you chose to visit.That's what I call it LOL! Two minds thinking alike.
Shining Wit
09-14-23, 17:53
I suggest just flying in to CRK Clarks in Philippines. It's the Angeles city airport. Stay on or within a stones throw of fields st for ease. Or stay at ABC if you want the best hotel in the area which is further away. For 3 days there's no need to go anywhere else. $1000 should be plenty for that amount of time including hotel and girls. IIRC you'll be paying something like $80 to bar find a girl for LT (girl and bar fee included) where she will stay overnight with you. Food and environment leaves something to be desired but the girls are all fairly accommodating and higher on GFE scale. Condoms are basically optional for all girls. General hospitality of the Filipino people is also impressive; I loved that about the culture.People seem to have the idea that Clark is the second coming of JFK in New York. I posted on the Angeles City thread a few days ago a list of operators who fly from the US to Clark. EVA Air (change in Taipei) Asiana and (I later discovered) Starlux (change in Seoul / Incheon).
Incidentally, the original post is a month old, and somebody replied a day or so ago. OP was also travelling next month, so has probably booked by now. I was also underwhelmed by the original response.
MongerHunger
09-14-23, 18:30
I suggest just flying in to CRK Clarks in Philippines. It's the Angeles city airport. Stay on or within a stones throw of fields st for ease. Or stay at ABC if you want the best hotel in the area which is further away. For 3 days there's no need to go anywhere else. $1000 should be plenty for that amount of time including hotel and girls. IIRC you'll be paying something like $80 to bar find a girl for LT (girl and bar fee included) where she will stay overnight with you. Food and environment leaves something to be desired but the girls are all fairly accommodating and higher on GFE scale. Condoms are basically optional for all girls. General hospitality of the Filipino people is also impressive; I loved that about the culture.I flew from BKK directly to CRK for $88 one way on Cebu Airlines. That's a good option. Going through customs was a breeze. Take the blue taxi from the airport. Avoid the white ones.
HorseTrader
09-14-23, 18:33
Germany is not enroute to Thailand from the USA (almost all flights go over the Pacific), and the prices in Germany for female companionship are not inexpensive.
Lufthansa has flights from east coast of USA to Bangkok with plane change in Germany.
Lufthansa has flights from east coast of USA to Bangkok with plane change in Germany.From the east coast you can also take Emirates with a plane change in Dubai and Qatar Airways with a plane change in Doha then onward to Bangkok (did this one myself).
Mr Enternational
09-14-23, 20:40
Germany is not enroute to Thailand from the USA (almost all flights go over the Pacific), No they don't. There are tons of routes to take to Thailand from the USA. England, France, Italy, Qatar, Dubai, India, Sweden, the list goes on. From the east coast of the USA it takes the same time to travel to Thailand across the Atlantic as it does across the Pacific.
Shining Wit
09-15-23, 09:07
No they don't. There are tons of routes to take to Thailand from the USA. England, France, Italy, Qatar, Dubai, India, Sweden, the list goes on. From the east coast of the USA it takes the same time to travel to Thailand across the Atlantic as it does across the Pacific.Especially as there are no direct flights from US to Bangkok, so a transfer is necessary if going trans-Pacific.
From the east coast you can also take Emirates with a plane change in Dubai and Qatar Airways with a plane change in Doha then onward to Bangkok (did this one myself).Singapore airlines flys out of Newark (EWR) daily with a stop in Singapore (18 HR flight) and then on to BKK.
Singapore airlines flys out of Newark (EWR) daily with a stop in Singapore (18 HR flight) and then on to BKK.So, it looks like plenty of folks here have solidly dispelled any assertion that you have to fly across the Pacific to get to Thailand. You can go across the Atlantic too and get there in about the same amount of time, and often for a better price. It's been awhile, so I don't remember the exact cost, but I got a great deal on Qatar Airways, which is one of the world's few 5-star carriers.
Singapore airlines flys out of Newark (EWR) daily with a stop in Singapore (18 HR flight) and then on to BKK.More than 12 hours on a plane is hell.
So, it looks like plenty of folks here have solidly dispelled any assertion that you have to fly across the Pacific to get to Thailand. You can go across the Atlantic too and get there in about the same amount of time, and often for a better price. It's been awhile, so I don't remember the exact cost, but I got a great deal on Qatar Airways, which is one of the world's few 5-star carriers.I live in Houston so flying to Bangkok going East or West is about the same time. The distance is not the same though. It is a longer distance going East, but the earth rotation is to the West and that is why the time is the same. It works against you when you come back. Unless you just keep going East and make it an around the world trip.
Raj Patela
09-16-23, 02:42
This is for new people only: Don't be stupid and think that when buying pussy the amount you pay has anything to do with the appearance of the girl you are hiring to be your prostitute for a long time or a short time. Don't pay twice as much for pussy as the suckers posting up in here. You can save the difference and spend it on yourself or your girlfriend like I do.. 1200 LT and these guys cannot even get under a 1000ST. Why the fuck listen to them? I don't!
The idea that cost is related to performance when you are tricking is an invalid one to me. In the pussy market you are making individuals deals with each girl. It is the girl who decided the work ethic they are going to bring to bed (or wherever you like to fuck). So, you going to take the opinion of one trick who went there one time? I am not. They may or not have your tastes or even your desire in the moment they are making their evaluation. Go and see for yourselves. Fuck what you heard. Met the girl of one of my boys. He is paying her 1000 LT. She is attractive. I have seen her with my own eyes. In her clothes and in her night gown.
The idea that there is not difference between 1200 and 2000 THB. Really? GTF! ROTFLMAO. That is a big difference of money here. I can take 800 - 1000 THB and buy me and my Girlfriend an enough food for three people. We cannot even eat it all. Really good food too. And I am not a foodie. I can take 800 - 1000 THB and buy my girlfriend an outfit in Central or Terminal 21 that will get me a public hug and kiss. For 800 - 1000 THB I can have my laundry, washed, iron and folded for half a month.
Just because you have lot of money, does not mean you should pay a lot of money for goods and services you can get for less, unless you are sure that the payment is getting you better goods or services. That is called looking for value. And I am certain no one pays more than they need to on the same percentage basis for anything in their regular economic life. So, why do you guys overpay when tricking?.
I choose not to roll with the vacation millionaires up in here and focus on value. I keep my eyes on the deal not the girl. If you have a tight window of attractiveness and cannot get you dick hard unless she has some type of fantasy figure pay the big numbers to get what you want. If you like it then I love it.Another one of the Looks don't matter brigade when it comes to pricing.
Newbie Tip. Only thing universal is 1,o00 baht get you bottom 10% as far as looks go.
I still don't know how one judges Service in determining a 1st time encounter.
Banana Boi
09-16-23, 03:03
More than 12 hours on a plane is hell.Yep especially guys like me too cheap to pay for premium or business class. Why I stop over in Korea / Japan or Germany on the way to Bangkok.
I live in Houston so flying to Bangkok going East or West is about the same time. The distance is not the same though. It is a longer distance going East, but the earth rotation is to the West and that is why the time is the same. It works against you when you come back. Unless you just keep going East and make it an around the world trip.The earth rotates counterclockwise or west to east: https://study.com/learn/lesson/rotation--revolution-earth-facts-effect-importance.html.
I keep my eyes on the deal not the girl. If you have a tight window of attractiveness and cannot get you dick hard unless she has some type of fantasy figure pay the big numbers to get what you want.It says it all on the kind of girls you're shagging, no wonder why you pay sub 1 K bahts, plus 100 bahts "out of generosity."
The earth rotates counterclockwise or west to east: https://study.com/learn/lesson/rotation--revolution-earth-facts-effect-importance.html.You are correct. But the point is still valid for other reasons. It is shorter time flying to the East than the West.
Thanks for correcting me.
Singapore airlines flys out of Newark (EWR) daily with a stop in Singapore (18 HR flight) and then on to BKK.Flying out of LAX I normally take Singapore Airlines or EVA Air. In both cases the trip takes more than 24 hours.
HorseTrader
09-16-23, 19:24
Flying out of LAX I normally take Singapore Airlines or EVA Air. In both cases the trip takes more than 24 hours.For me, the travel time depends most on my layover time. Years ago I used to get a Cathay Pacific flight that kept me on the ground in Hong Kong for very short time and my total gate to gate time was about 20 hours. Those flights are now gone and the lower cost flights now give me much longer layovers. My November 2022 trip took 32 hours gate to gate because of huge hours waiting in Europe. Total time in the air wasn't much different.
My February 2022 flight required longer airtime than scheduled due to the situation in Ukraine. The shortest distance would have been right over Ukraine, but my flight stayed several hundred kilometers away. I suspect the flight schedules have now been compensated for that situation.
Jayagopal50
09-17-23, 16:00
No they don't. There are tons of routes to take to Thailand from the USA. England, France, Italy, Qatar, Dubai, India, Sweden, the list goes on. From the east coast of the USA it takes the same time to travel to Thailand across the Atlantic as it does across the Pacific.Post readers, in spite of Google flights lesser known Airlines may give you better rates even in business class with stopovers. Please keep in Mind.
Thank you for actually quoting my post when responded to it. Proof exists that you can actually teach an old dog new tricks.
Another one of the Looks don't matter brigade when it comes to pricing.Don't get it twisted Raj Patela. I never said looks do not matter. This is what I said:
This is for new people only: Don't be stupid and think that when buying pussy the amount you pay has anything to do with the appearance of the girl you are hiring to be your prostitute for a long time or a short time. Don't pay twice as much for pussy as the suckers posting up in here. You can save the difference and spend it on yourself or your girlfriend like I do.. 1200 LT and these guys cannot even get under a 1000ST. Why the fuck listen to them? I don't!Where you are straight fucking up is your constant criticism of me. What you fail to recognize is that beauty and tastes in the prostitutes we all choose to hire are different. Not better, Not worse, Just different. Now if you need to feel a certain kind of way about a prostitute you are hiring to perform certain services, by all means, pick who you like and pay how you like. It is neither my dick nor my money. This where I differ from many posting in this forum is that I mean it. I misspoke in some of my posts. I should have asked why people choose to pay twice as much for ST as I do? Everyone can pay what they choose. My bad!
Man Law 101 remains in full effect: No grown man should be telling another grown man how to spend his hard earned money nor who to fuck.
This has always been a misunderstanding on ISG. If a local person is saying there is no need to pay so much, then they are not saying it because you are hurting them. They are saying it because you could be shooting yourself and other non-local mongers in the foot. Never once have I known someone that lives somewhere to say that weekend millionaires are ruining it for the locals. It just does not happen that way.Damn straight Mr. E! New to Pattaya but you know I got a bit of experience in one of your favorite places to visit. I am familiar with weekend millionaires there and I just laugh at them after they leave and the prices come down again. But sometimes it is just too tough for some to believe others can do something they can't. When it might just be that others choose do to something they could but simply won't.
Newbie Tip. Only thing universal is 1,o00 baht get you bottom 10% as far as looks go.What is a newbie? And how can you make this universal statement without providing any supporting evidence? Have you looked at all profiles in Thai Friendly and then messaged them all offered 1000ST found who accepted and then looked at all the photos and then determined that these girls are at the bottom 10% of all the girls on Thai Friendly? No, you did not. And so far you have been commenting on the prostitutes I hire without seeing them nor their pictures. Fact!
If you cannot provide us with any supporting evidence that supports your claim then that makes it your opinion. And we all got those. I don't even know what you think is attractive. You could at least describe what you think what an attractive Thai girl looks like. Since you are quick to let everyone know you are the consummate judge of beauty up in here. You know just show me one girl off of Thai Friendly that you actually paid 2000ST. Or just point me to a post where you put up a picture. Otherwise you just be talking out the side of your neck and I find that kind of talk very hard to understand.
Are you a member of the inconvenient truth brigade? You know those that cannot accept that quality 1000 THB and lower pussy exists? Even though those who live here know it does? And even visitors (in the know), know it does?
Had a TF chick come over the other night. Usual 1200 LT.Mr. E posted up about 1200 LT. You were silent. Why is that?
I and my brother from another mother that I am hanging with, routinely get girls off of TF to fuck for as low as 800ST and 1000 LT. My brother and I have both gotten girls do 1000 LT. It is not up to me to prove their beauty to you or anyone else. Why do you even care? You are not fucking them! I say they are neither fat nor ugly. If you say otherwise then you are saying that I am lying on my dick. And "where I come from" as Mr. P69 likes to say, that is a serious accusation without proof. By the way, can anyone tell me where I come from since I live in Pattaya? LOL!.
I still don't know how one judges Service in determining a 1st time encounter.Very easy to judge service. I am not a newbie when it comes to being a trick like you may be. Otherwise, in my opinion, you would not have that question in your mind. I interview the girls I want to fuck. I set the price.
Pro Tip from a newbie: I am the man. I set the price. I tell the girl what I am going to pay. And I leave it at that. If they do not accept, I move on..
Then I let them know what my sexual requirements are. I don't need anymore from any girl that I hire as a prostitute than for them to perform the sexual activities agreed to. I have not had bad sex one single time in Pattaya, Thailand. Nor with a single girl who I would consider fat or ugly. And that is the key. My dick, my money, my choice. Fuck what you heard..
Pussy is a commodity. The girl is just the pussy life support system. Some of ya get hung up on the fact that I don't like to pay 2000ST. I won't do it. So, because certain individuals choose to make the personal decision to pay 2000ST, they want to get it twisted and say girls who take money lower than that are ugly and fat. That is a straight lack of knowledge on their part. They just don't know. And off line they will admit it. But up in here they beat their chests and claim they do. I do not see that as manly behavior. Now it is OK for them to have that opinion. To have the opinion that every girl they do not hire to be their prostitute is ugly. But they need to remember that is all it is, their opinion. And all they have to do is walk around Pattaya (like a do) and observe that wide variety of appearances of the girls that men other than them choose to fuck. I find it amazing. It seems like every man in Pattaya can get a girl here and every girl can get a customer. And to think some are calling me lonely. Only in their own minds.
Your experiences do not invalidate mine. My experiences do not invalidate yours. I am ok, you are ok.
Explorer8939
09-18-23, 23:44
Flying out of LAX I normally take Singapore Airlines or EVA Air. In both cases the trip takes more than 24 hours.I often fly Air Nippon out of BKK to LAX, with a quick stopover in Nippon.
I discovered if I buy a ticket with a multi-day stopover in Japan, the ticket price drops by $300. So, for my January trip to the USA, I plan to go with a bargirl, and spend some time with her in Tokyo (at the end of the stopover, she will fly back to Thailand alone, while I press on to LAX).
That means I will have a much easier flight back to the US.
Banana Boi
09-19-23, 15:28
A non bickering post.
Didn't even know this was a thing. Bangkok Air will soon join Korean Air and Air NZ to start weighing passengers.
We have been promised only 20 minute wait times to get through Immigration. Not sure how this is going to happen from December through February.
A non bickering post. Didn't even know this was a thing. Bangkok Air will soon join Korean Air and Air NZ to start weighing passengers.What is the significance of weighing passengers?
I took a Korean Air flight to get to BKK and was not weighed (input of a fact, not bickering). LOL! Here is what I do know, I have ten hours of pilot training. Weight / Balance issues are critical. For those who seek information on the issue I have included the article below:
https://simpleflying.com/aircraft-weight-and-balance/
Gotta love people who demand photos but dont post them.
I am a photographer. I have been paid for my work before. Does that make me a professional? No one is going to hire me to shoot the SI Swimsuit addition. But I have been paid by clients.
I know all the tricks of the trade. A true photo is one that is from head to toe and shows the body shape of a girl. If a girl does not have a photo like that in her profile of Thai Friendly you can expect there will be some figure problems when she shows up. I been sharing photos with my friends during this entire trip. Never get any complaints. Some are even onboard to make that insanely fucking long flight to BKK and then take the 1. 5 hour ride to Pattaya. I will be their guide. I will be passing on the knowledge that was passed on to me by Mr. YyxTravel.
Shout out to one of the realist brothers I know for hooking me up on my first trip to Pattaya Mr YyxTravel You showed me the basics then let me roll on my own. I know they be some people saying you lying on your dick. Critics. Two fingers up (you all know which ones)!
Let me start by saying that however anyone chooses to hire their prostitutes: If you like it, then I love it.
I am admitted speaking from a different angle. It sounds like you may live here whereas I just vacation here. I feel as if you are not looking at the value of time and just to put some things in perspective. Given my current salary it takes me a little less than 12 minutes to make 1000 THB.I do live here. And you are correct I am not looking at the value of time. You see I don't get paid by the minute, hour, day or year, I get paid by the value I provide for others. It is completely up to me how much time I put in to provide value for others so that leaves me with a profit from operations of my businesses and investments.
Personally I don't believe that the amount of money you make should determine the amount of money you pay relative to the value of the item that you are paying for. If you can afford to buy a 2023 Bentley Continental GT Convertible: Estimated at $230,000 starting MSRP. By all means buy it. But rest assured you will not pay 50 to 100% more than it is worth. Pussy is a commodity. It has a certain market value. Most are paying for the pussy life support system, not the pussy itself. They got to feel a certain type of way about the life support system for the pussy. I focus on the pussy itself like this guy:
The experience is great for me. I didn't have to go through hoops just to fuck the girls. I message them "Hi do you want to meet for ST 1000 baht" and they would be in my room in 15-30 minutes. The only down side is won't really know what they look like until they arrive and sometimes they don't look as good as in the photos but for a 1000 baht I'm not complaining just bang them and forget about them.
So how I think about it is if it's going to cost me more than 12 minutes to try and save 1000 while keeping the same quality of girl then it's not really worth the effort.I don't spend my time designated for work trying to hire prostitutes. I do that in my free time. What is my free time worth? It is priceless.
Hiring a prostitute in Pattaya does not take that much time, for me. I have already posted about the script I use to hire prostitutes from Thai Friendly. It does not take me that much time since I rarely negotiate.
How much time does it take you to goto a bar, buy a couple of lady drinks, chat the girl up, bar fine her, take her back to your hotel?
Now if you are engaged in those activities for some other purpose (I. E. You find the whole process to be entertaining) then that is different. And does the time value equation actually come in to play in that situation. For me, no. Entertainment has its own separate costs. The issue for me is I don't find the whole bar scene to be entertaining. So, I actually like contacting my prostitutes on Thai Friendly. Having them accept my offer and then having them deliver the pussy I plan to fuck to my door step. Maybe I am just getting lazy in my old age. But it seems like a very good deal to me. The best way to use my time when it comes to buying pussy.
Mr Enternational
09-20-23, 00:51
Didn't even know this was a thing. Bangkok Air will soon join Korean Air and Air NZ to start weighing passengers.I got weighed on Thai Air out of Seoul last month. They said it was voluntary and you could opt out. It was one of those floor scales. As you board you just stop on the scale and there was a guy about 12 feet away with the readout and a computer taking down all the data. Traditionally a generic weight has always been used for passengers on big planes. Smaller planes you have to input the weight of each person. Maybe they are collecting data in order to establish a new generic weight to be used. It was the topic on an episode of one of my favorite TV shows, Curb Your Enthusiasm.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkP4TJ5jj94
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx194fzQy4o
Banana Boi
09-20-23, 03:49
Mr. E and Sub. You are both correct it's to do with the weight on the plane. I have no issues if it's voluntary. I do have an issue if it's mandatory like it is now for the 3 airlines I mentioned.
I did search in the forum for a dentist for cleaning me teeth during my visit next month. But couldn't find the info I was looking for.
I am looking for a dentist office near Sukhumvit area who does a thorough cleaning that doesn't cost an arm and length.
Appreciate if you had a good experience with any dental clinic that you can recommend.
Thanks.
Franciscass
09-21-23, 16:59
When I woke up this morning, I was feeling bad, what happened last night made me sad. Looking back, I remember how I felt when I first saw her. I knew her long black hair would weave a spell that one day I would rue. I saw the danger yet I passed along that enchanted way and thought if it doesn't work, its but a fallen leaf at the dawning of another day. You can't keep track of all the fallen robins. On Lang Suan on a sunny day we tripped lightly along the way, but now I know how passion plays, how one can love too much and by such is happiness thrown away. Last night on a quite soi where old ghosts meet, I saw her walking hurriedly away from me and I realized I loved not as I should but as a creature made of clay. I had some cornflakes and felt better.
Explorer8939
09-22-23, 02:28
Bargirls guard their customers jealously. So if you barfine a lady one night, and barfing another the next night, the first Lady will not take it well.
But, except for one circumstance, never put up with that sh*t.
The one circumstance is if you pretend you are her boyfriend, in exchange for a discount. Then, she owns you. In that bar. Yes, some customers claim they are in love after a couple nights, as a ploy to get her to charge less.
But if you are paying her adequately and you don't pretend you are the boyfriend, you can switch off ladies in the same bar.
Never be afraid to switch ladies, or to let bargirls know you are going with another.
As an extreme example, I went on a trip with a bargirl for a week, came back to BKK with her, she went back to Pattaya in a taxi, and her twin sister showed up at BKK for a long barfine. They used the same taxi to come and go. That was yesterday and there were no problems.
Why so many people up in arms of over the numbers I report to fuck prostitutes off of Thai Friends? 1000ST? I am cheap? How much money am I supposed to spend on pussy?.
Ok in Pattaya, with my girlfriend I spend (on average) 10,000 THB for the weekend. My weekend is defined as Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The following figures are given per day: Dinner is budgeted at 2000 THB; nightlife entertainment, 1000 to 1500 THB. We economize on lunch because she like Thai food and that is what we consistently eat for our midday meal 100 -300 THB; 1 or 2 hours of massages 600 - 1000 THB. New outfit cause I like to dress her up 1000 THB once or twice per weekend.
These numbers produce great times for us. Keeps our bellies full. Sometimes even buys so much food for us both that she takes it with her for later in the week. I have completely revamped her wardrobe and she looks great in it. At least to me. Why would I buy her things she does not look good in my eyes? I even bought her a 1700 TBH tube of lip stick. Designer label, She was stunned. It's beautiful on her though. And she loves it.
You see I love myself gentlemen. And from the way some replay to my posts, I can see they are angry because they pay a lot for pussy and I don't. Otherwise they would would be happy. How can you not be happy in Pattaya? Pussy for everyone. In all forms. At all prices. Everyone can fuck in Pattaya. All you have to do is think it an you can get it done. Some of those posting over in the Pattaya thread need to take a serious chill pill.
DOWHATCHALIKE fellas.
Newbies to Pattaya UNITE!
I totally agree with you.Farangs are simply walking dollar signs in the view of Thai people, not just the Thai girls you deal with.
Accept it for what it is and be good with it.
There's a reason why the first thing every Thai asks you when they meet you is where are you from, so they can immediately discern if you are from a western country which means more potential money for them.
Banana Boi
09-22-23, 13:24
Bargirls guard their customers jealously. So if you barfine a lady one night, and barfing another the next night, the first Lady will not take it well.
Not once have I worried about taking another girl over a prior girl I went with in Thailand, Germany, Vietnam, Jakarta, PP, Vegas, Japan, etc. Any display of jealousy is only a bar girl whining about your money going to another girl. I have only regretted it once in Jakarta and lost imo one of the best looking girls I met in SEA in the process. C'est la vie. I just moved on to another girl in her bar.
Banana Boi
09-22-23, 13:42
I'm not talking about overall I'm talking about 1 single girl.
1. Las Vegas (Japanese-American mix no contest spent $1200 USD for 3 hours in the VIP at Rhino. Stripper).
2. Osaka (Japanese. Shinchi girl).
3. Pattaya (Thai. Club O Ninety Nine Thai bar. Posted her photo on here years ago).
4. Singapore (Thai. Hostess?).
5. Toronto (Japanese-Filipina mix. Stripper).
6. Jakarta (Indo. brothel).
7. Amsterdam (Viet-Euro mix. RLD).
8. Ho Chi Minh (Viet. bar girl).
9. Montreal (Viet. escort).
10. Bangkok (Thai. Thermae 2016).
Mr Enternational
09-22-23, 14:09
Bargirls guard their customers jealously. So if you barfine a lady one night, and barfing another the next night, the first Lady will not take it well.So what happens if you barfine 2 girls the first night then come the next night and barfine a different one? Do both from the first night not take it well?
Or what if you only barfine one of the two from the first night on the second night? Does the one not chosen not take it well? How does the one that was chosen take it? Is she outraged because her friend is also supposed to go the same as the first night?
I'm not talking about overall I'm talking about 1 single girl.
1. Las Vegas (Japanese-American mix no contest spent $1200 USD for 3 hours in the VIP at Rhino. Stripper).
2. Osaka (Japanese. Shinchi girl).
3. Pattaya (Thai. Club O Ninety Nine Thai bar. Posted her photo on here years ago).
4. Singapore (Thai. Hostess?).
5. Toronto (Japanese-Filipina mix. Stripper).
6. Jakarta (Indo. brothel).
7. Amsterdam (Viet-Euro mix. RLD).
8. Ho Chi Minh (Viet. bar girl).
9. Montreal (Viet. escort).
10. Bangkok (Thai. Thermae 2016).For me it's none of the cities on your list. The single hottest Asian working girl I ever met in my life was found in Phuket. I don't remember the name of the bar, but she was gorgeous, and right up there with the hottest I have met anywhere in the world. Phuket, Thailand. Yes sir! A lot of people skip Phuket and focus on just Bangkok and Pattaya. Glad I didn't do that!
I'm not talking about overall I'm talking about 1 single girl.
1. Las Vegas (Japanese-American mix no contest spent $1200 USD for 3 hours in the VIP at Rhino. Stripper).
2. Osaka (Japanese. Shinchi girl).
3. Pattaya (Thai. Club O Ninety Nine Thai bar. Posted her photo on here years ago).
4. Singapore (Thai. Hostess?).
5. Toronto (Japanese-Filipina mix. Stripper).
6. Jakarta (Indo. brothel).
7. Amsterdam (Viet-Euro mix. RLD).
8. Ho Chi Minh (Viet. bar girl).
9. Montreal (Viet. escort).
10. Bangkok (Thai. Thermae 2016).Most beautiful girl I ever had, in my life, was a girl in Caesars in Khon Kaen 15 years ago.
Not much I agree with you on, so this is not a surprise that I am going to present a different point of view. If you are salesman the first thing you want to do is qualify your prospect to determine if they able to buy what it is you are selling. If the Cali part of your name means what I think it does then you are from a capitalist society that specializes in extracting your money through any means necessary. Everyone from such an environment should "accept it for what it is and be good with it".
I have plenty of Thai people that where there is no money in it for them ask me where I am from. From my point of view as newbie, attitudes such as the one you proffer are why I choose not to pay attention to so called veterans posting up in here. The tourists I see from Korea and Japan can pay. And the last time I looked up where those countries are on the map, they were in Asia. Western Nations do not have a monopoly on money. Those who do not know that need to get out from behind their screens, off their keyboard and see the world with their own eyes a bit. Oh, take the blinders off at the airport before you get on the plane. You will see things a lot better in that case.
Farangs are simply walking dollar signs in the view of Thai people, not just the Thai girls you deal with. Accept it for what it is and be good with it. There's a reason why the first thing every Thai asks you when they meet you is where are you from, so they can immediately discern if you are from a western country which means more potential money for them.
I'm not talking about overall I'm talking about 1 single girl.
1. Las Vegas (Japanese-American mix no contest spent $1200 USD for 3 hours in the VIP at Rhino. Stripper).
2. Osaka (Japanese. Shinchi girl).
3. Pattaya (Thai. Club O Ninety Nine Thai bar. Posted her photo on here years ago).
4. Singapore (Thai. Hostess?).
5. Toronto (Japanese-Filipina mix. Stripper).
6. Jakarta (Indo. brothel).
7. Amsterdam (Viet-Euro mix. RLD).
8. Ho Chi Minh (Viet. bar girl).
9. Montreal (Viet. escort).
10. Bangkok (Thai. Thermae 2016).Viet girl working in Maggies in Beijing in 2011. Absolute knock out.
I'm not talking about overall I'm talking about 1 single girl.
1. Las Vegas (Japanese-American mix no contest spent $1200 USD for 3 hours in the VIP at Rhino. Stripper).
2. Osaka (Japanese. Shinchi girl).
3. Pattaya (Thai. Club O Ninety Nine Thai bar. Posted her photo on here years ago).
4. Singapore (Thai. Hostess?).
5. Toronto (Japanese-Filipina mix. Stripper).
6. Jakarta (Indo. brothel).
7. Amsterdam (Viet-Euro mix. RLD).
8. Ho Chi Minh (Viet. bar girl).
9. Montreal (Viet. escort).
10. Bangkok (Thai. Thermae 2016).Hottest was a girl at Tobita Schinchi in Osaka. Low 20's, slim with big natural boobs. They felt natural, she claimed they were when I asked.
Second hottest is an independent girl in Tokyo I still see when I go there.
It's not just that I have a thing for Japanese girls specifically, it's that my mongering is mostly limited to Asian countries so far.
Explorer8939
09-23-23, 03:01
So what happens if you barfine 2 girls the first night then come the next night and barfine a different one? Do both from the first night not take it well?
Or what if you only barfine one of the two from the first night on the second night? Does the one not chosen not take it well? How does the one that was chosen take it? Is she outraged because her friend is also supposed to go the same as the first night?In Real Life, usually when you barfine 2 ladies, you start with one, and either she suggests that a friend come, or you ask her to pick a friend to come.
Of course, that weakens the claim of the first bargirl that you are "her" customer, but some customers are weak enough to acknowledge her claim.
In Real Life, usually when you barfine 2 ladies, you start with one, and either she suggests that a friend come, or you ask her to pick a friend to come.
Of course, that weakens the claim of the first bargirl that you are "her" customer, but some customers are weak enough to acknowledge her claim.I think you missed Mr. E's point. The point is that it does not matter. You're just a customer of whoever girl you choose that night. Next night you are the customer of some other girl and some other guy is the customer of the girl you choose the night before.
Explorer8939
09-24-23, 03:55
I think you missed Mr. E's point. The point is that it does not matter. You're just a customer of whoever girl you choose that night. Next night you are the customer of some other girl and some other guy is the customer of the girl you choose the night before.Bargirls don't care about the reality of the situation. All they care about is keeping a customer. So, if you go with them, afterwards, you are "their" customer, at least for their bar.
It doesn't matter that they have many customers.
What does it cost to have a cleaning lady come in once a week and give a condo a good cleaning? No funny business just mop the flor, clean the place etc. ?
I guess 500 thb, is that about accurate or more?
Mr Enternational
09-28-23, 18:54
What does it cost to have a cleaning lady come in once a week and give a condo a good cleaning? No funny business just mop the flor, clean the place etc. ?
I guess 500 thb, is that about accurate or more?Yes. 500 baht.
Banana Boi
09-28-23, 20:16
The condo will have cleaning staff clean for you or refer you to a housekeeper. I used to pay my condo 300 baht and they sent multiple people to spotlessly clean my room in an hour. This was in 2019 pre-COVID though so not sure if prices now 500 baht.
What does it cost to have a cleaning lady come in once a week and give a condo a good cleaning? No funny business just mop the flor, clean the place etc. ?
I guess 500 thb, is that about accurate or more?Yes, 500 THB is the number I was quoted for cleaning the apartment I am renting. 500 THB for each clean session.
People who like to bring alcohol or tobacco in their luggages (more than allowed), beware I've had my luggages X-ray checked on arrival on Friday evening.
They did it with every foreigners around me at that time.
It's been the first time I've had my luggage checked, every other times I would see them checking only Thai nationals or people that look like Thais.
Passing the immigration was smooth, around twenty minutes wait, only baggage claim was a bit long.
I was surprised to see the Airport express link was empty too, normally I arrive in early morning, the moment I reach Makasan the train is full, not this time.
Feel good to be in Bkk again.
Passing the immigration was smooth, around twenty minutes wait, only baggage claim was a bit long.Speaking of immigration lines I noticed there is a separate line for seniors to use on my last two trips. It's to the far right as you are approaching all of the immigration entry lines. It may be the same line used for flight crews, I'm not sure. But it is there and it was faster than the other lines.
People who like to bring alcohol or tobacco in their luggages (more than allowed), beware I've had my luggages X-ray checked on arrival on Friday evening.
They did it with every foreigners around me at that time.
It's been the first time I've had my luggage checked, every other times I would see them checking only Thai nationals or people that look like Thais.
Passing the immigration was smooth, around twenty minutes wait, only baggage claim was a bit long.
I was surprised to see the Airport express link was empty too, normally I arrive in early morning, the moment I reach Makasan the train is full, not this time.
Feel good to be in Bkk again.I will be heading to Thailand mid December. I always take the Costco size whiskey bottle with me which is more than one liter that's is allowed, I will make sure to stay within the limit.
Tvataham274
10-03-23, 01:33
Had a flight booked with Fin Air for the middle of February. Two nice 12 hour flights and a very short layover. They canceled one of my flights and moved it forward 3 days, and gave me a 53 hour layover. YEA NO. Rescheduled so that I leave later, have a 9 hour layover in JFK airport instead. Think that might be better as I really dread layovers that are only a little more than an hour long. At least I'm staying stateside for that time.
Still deciding on what hotels to get. 99% sure I'm going to go with On8 in BKK, and then split my stay in Pattaya between something on soi 5, and something on soi 10 or soi diana.
Explorer8939
10-03-23, 03:32
Speaking of immigration lines I noticed there is a separate line for seniors to use on my last two trips. It's to the far right as you are approaching all of the immigration entry lines. It may be the same line used for flight crews, I'm not sure. But it is there and it was faster than the other lines.To be clear, it is labeled "Priority", and you have to go through the Thai passport area first.
I have not read this anywhere, but thought would post the link.
https://apnews.com/article/bangkok-mall-gunshots-reports-thailand-siam-paragon-75683f1cf1df114a81b2834de16993ff
To be clear, it is labeled "Priority", and you have to go through the Thai passport area first.You are correct, thanks for jogging my memory as to its name. It's a fast, nice service for seniors. I don't recall this lane being discussed on this forum.
HorseTrader
10-04-23, 00:12
To be clear, it is labeled "Priority", and you have to go through the Thai passport area first.I've never before noticed a priority section at BKK airport immigration. I've always just gone through the standard immigration lines, which have never taken more than about an hour. What are the qualifications to use the priority section? Over 65? Business class? Pay some sort of extra fee in advance?
Edit: I answered my own question with a little Google search, perhaps others can benefit from this information:
https://bangkokairporttrain.com/fast-track-immigration-pass/#:~:text=Both%20the%20Fast%20Track%20Lane,price%20of%20your%20plane%20ticket.%20)
"This is something thats rarely mentioned online. But there are large signs at the entrance to Premium / Priority Immigration areas. These state that pregnant women, infants, people with disabilities and anyone over 70 years old are among those permitted to use the lanes. No VIP pass or other documentation is required. Whats more if you are part of a family that is travelling with an infant, everyone in the family can use the Priority lane. Likewise if you are accompanying older relatives or a family member who is in a wheelchair, for example."
ThaiGoodTimes
10-04-23, 06:14
I've never before noticed a priority section at BKK airport immigration. I've always just gone through the standard immigration lines, which have never taken more than about an hour. What are the qualifications to use the priority section? Over 65? Business class? Pay some sort of extra fee in advance?
Edit: I answered my own question with a little Google search, perhaps others can benefit from this information:
https://bangkokairporttrain.com/fast-track-immigration-pass/#:~:text=Both%20the%20Fast%20Track%20Lane,price%20of%20your%20plane%20ticket.%20)
"This is something thats rarely mentioned online. But there are large signs at the entrance to Premium / Priority Immigration areas. These state that pregnant women, infants, people with disabilities and anyone over 70 years old are among those permitted to use the lanes. No VIP pass or other documentation is required. Whats more if you are part of a family that is travelling with an infant, everyone in the family can use the Priority lane. Likewise if you are accompanying older relatives or a family member who is in a wheelchair, for example."I seem to recall something about if you were traveling with a Thai you could go through immigration with them in the Thai lanes.
Is that correct?
HorseTrader
10-05-23, 03:53
I seem to recall something about if you were traveling with a Thai you could go through immigration with them in the Thai lanes.
Is that correct?I can't answer with certainty, but my USA friend went through a different immigration section than his Thai wife.
Explorer8939
10-05-23, 05:41
I seem to recall something about if you were traveling with a Thai you could go through immigration with them in the Thai lanes.
Is that correct?Yes.
I do it all the time.
Both outbound and inbound Immigration.
Hello everyone.
After 15 years of scrolling this forum and reading 100's of pages, I have finally signed up. I am always open to learning and bettering my travel experiences. Previously I ventured mostly all over Latin America and a little bit over Europe. Colombia and Tijuana are my Favorite places tbh. But I've finally found an opportunity to get out and explore a new country, THAILAND.
When: Going at the end of the year for about 35 days Total.
Where: One way flight into Thailand. My schedules flexible. I would love to see Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket and Krabi. I'm open to other suggestions and countries. Thailand is my home base.
My Goal: To find a holiday girlfriend (s) and to travel around beautiful Thailand. To make my way to the beautiful beaches and islands, lay on the sand, enjoy feasible beautiful villas, and enjoy friendly company.
What I'm looking for.
1. Help breaking down Thailands P4 p scene. I see so much information online on Myredcat and other sites. But there is so much, its confusing me and its overwhelming me. From Thermae Cafe, Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy, Massages, night clubs, I'm just confused and need some guidance so I can perhaps make a clean guide for myself.
2. p4 p scene cost and such. Holiday girlfriend scene.
3. Connecting with girls. I have read 100+ pages on this forum with regard to Thailand. What I'm hearing is Thai Friendly and Fiwfans is the best. Can someone give me their feedback on these two. Perhaps if you have experiences using other sites or scenes, would love to know more. Bumble? Hinge?
4. Where to go in Thailand. I am open to exploring other parts of SEA as well, just need guidance. For now I am convinced on seeing Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket and Krabi. Any other countries I should visit. I want to spend most of my time on beautiful beaches.
5. What to do in Thailand. I have a list I've made from food tours, elephant sanctuary, muay thai fight, a ping pong show.
6. Where to Stay. I am a bigger guy. I love my sleep and I love my bed. Its important that when I book a place, its spacious and comfortable. I would like to spend NO MORE than $100 a night at a spot. Someone has recommended Centre Point Pratnum Bangkok due to the spacious size and location. I'm open to more perspectives on lodging.
7. About me. I look a little indian because I'm brown, however not darker skin tone. I am a bigger guy from the West Coast. Traveling solo. Almost 30.
In conclusion, I want to enjoy my trip to Thailand. I want to make some connections before landing. I hope by making this post, someone can help me get prepared for my trip. In return I promise I will help the Tijuana forum. The only problem with this site is that it keeps logging me out. If anyone has any fixes to this ID appreciate.
Will be subscribed to ISG in a few days.
Explorer8939
10-15-23, 05:15
You are correct, thanks for jogging my memory as to its name. It's a fast, nice service for seniors. I don't recall this lane being discussed on this forum.I read the sign by the "Priority" lanes at Suvarnabhumi airport. A "senior" is 70 years old+.
https://youtu.be/wV32s1rsry8?si=s8z9TthMjcAYqawI
Some of us need to watch this video, it's too true!
I see a lot of older women working in beer bars, some rather nice looking. What percentage of these do you think have been doing this type of work for less than a couple of years? Do you think most have been doing sex work as their primary income for most of their adult lives? Or do some get divorced later in life and want more money so take it up in their 30's and 40's. Just asking for best guesses. Thanks.
Explorer8939
10-21-23, 04:19
I see a lot of older women working in beer bars, some rather nice looking. What percentage of these do you think have been doing this type of work for less than a couple of years? Do you think most have been doing sex work as their primary income for most of their adult lives? Or do some get divorced later in life and want more money so take it up in their 30's and 40's. Just asking for best guesses. Thanks.Yes.
I know some older ladies who got into the bar business after long marriages failed. Some hooked up with older Farangs when they were young, but got no money when the Farang died. So they found themselves at 40 with no means of support.
On the other hand, some 40 year olds have worked for many years. I know some veterans who have no cash, despite years of working bar, because of an addiction to karaoke boys.
Mr Enternational
10-21-23, 04:23
I see a lot of older women working in beer bars, some rather nice looking. What percentage of these do you think have been doing this type of work for less than a couple of years? Do you think most have been doing sex work as their primary income for most of their adult lives? Or do some get divorced later in life and want more money so take it up in their 30's and 40's. Just asking for best guesses. Thanks.The easiest thing to do would be to ask them. No need to speculate or ask for best guesses from people who are not them.
But who cares if they started selling pussy last month or 18 years ago? The only important question is if she is going to sell you some today. Who goes into a restaurant wondering if the proprietor learned to cook at a culinary university or only with a food cart? All a person wants to know is if the food is good and if they can get some that day.
I see a lot of older women working in beer bars, some rather nice looking. What percentage of these do you think have been doing this type of work for less than a couple of years? Do you think most have been doing sex work as their primary income for most of their adult lives? Or do some get divorced later in life and want more money so take it up in their 30's and 40's. Just asking for best guesses. Thanks.I have run into several who met the love of their life working in the entertainment industry at a young age. They got married and left the business. But years later hubby either got tired of their shit or died. A lot of Thai women do not manage money well, so whatever they got in the divorce or in the will evaporates over time. So back to the massage shops or bars they go looking for another buffalo. I have had good times with these ladies. If you treat them nice they will work hard at making you happy.
The demographics of Thailand show that these are probably good times for mongering.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Thailand_single_age_population_pyramid_2020.png
In 10 years from now there will be less girls and downhill from there.
30% less 24-year-old girls in 20 years from now.
There may be other factors in play such as total number of mongers and percentage girls in P4 P.
Might be a terrible scene in 15-20 years. What do you think?
To get my visa extended is it better to go the the immigration office in Bangkok or Pattaya? Which is usually quicker? I have only been to immigration office in Phuket and that was easy and quick. Also when I got to Thailand they only stamped me for one month. Is that how it works now? When I was here pre covid it was two months visa on arrival. Thanks for any advice.
Mr Enternational
10-24-23, 04:46
To get my visa extended is it better to go the the immigration office in Bangkok or Pattaya? Which is usually quicker? Pattaya. It is in Jomtien Beach Road Soi 5. Don't think it would really matter. Just whichever one you are closer to when your time runs out and you need to extend it.
Explorer8939
10-24-23, 10:43
To get my visa extended is it better to go the the immigration office in Bangkok or Pattaya? Which is usually quicker? I have only been to immigration office in Phuket and that was easy and quick. Also when I got to Thailand they only stamped me for one month. Is that how it works now? When I was here pre covid it was two months visa on arrival. Thanks for any advice.The real answer is to go to the Immigration office located in the province where you registered your residence on the TM-30.
Banana Boi
10-24-23, 22:53
The real answer is to go to the Immigration office located in the province where you registered your residence on the TM-30.Only if he owns property. Always a sucky way to spend 3-6 hours of your time on your first day back in Thailand. Why I often stay at a hotel for a few nights in Bangkok before I go back to my Pattaya condo. At least I can go to Immigration chaos on a day I feel up to it. I really see no reason why this can't be done online.
Oh I hear what you are saying now. Is that really the case? What if my first hotel written on my TM-30 was in Bangkok and on my 28th day I'm in Phuket? Do I really need to go back to Bangkok and return to Phuket for the remainder of my trip? Pretty certain I can just go to the Phuket office.
Raj Patela
10-25-23, 00:21
2 different experience s getting 30 day extension within last 6 months.
1. Laksi. Ez peasy doc checker didn't give a Hoot about tm 30.
2. Jometiem. Doc checker wanted tm 30 filled out by appropriate person. In my case Hotel employee was OK. She wanted the whole form filled out. Not just the receipt ASEAN News usually says to get- the infamous screenshot they say.
Mr Enternational
10-25-23, 02:00
Only if he owns property. Always a sucky way to spend 3-6 hours of your time on your first day back in Thailand. Why I often stay at a hotel for a few nights in Bangkok before I go back to my Pattaya condo. At least I can go to Immigration chaos on a day I feel up to it. I really see no reason why this can't be done online.What you are talking about my landlord does online in 2 minutes. Unfortunately my buddy who owns his condo has to go down to do it himself. It never takes him 3 to 6 hours though, only a couple of minutes.
Banana Boi
10-25-23, 05:37
What you are talking about my landlord does online in 2 minutes. Unfortunately my buddy who owns his condo has to go down to do it himself. It never takes him 3 to 6 hours though, only a couple of minutes.Lost a long post not going to retype it. October 2022 was my last visit to Jomtien Immigration. Arrived 8 am before it opened left just before noon. Line up was winding through the covered area and out on to the street. Only stating my experience. I'm by no means an expert at Jomtien Immigration. Avoid that place like the plague.
Thanks Mr. E. Found the site now to do it online. My girl can do it for me when I arrive since it's her condo. Also says if you're staying less then a month you don't have to worry about a TM30. Only if you want to extend your visa you better make sure someone submitted a TM30 for you.
Explorer8939
10-25-23, 10:23
Only if he owns property. Always a sucky way to spend 3-6 hours of your time on your first day back in Thailand. Why I often stay at a hotel for a few nights in Bangkok before I go back to my Pattaya condo. At least I can go to Immigration chaos on a day I feel up to it. I really see no reason why this can't be done online.
Oh I hear what you are saying now. Is that really the case? What if my first hotel written on my TM-30 was in Bangkok and on my 28th day I'm in Phuket? Do I really need to go back to Bangkok and return to Phuket for the remainder of my trip? Pretty certain I can just go to the Phuket office.If you are talking about a short term visa, you can go to any Immigration office where you are staying.
To avoid the line, there is an app called "QueQ", at least there was last year.
Mr Enternational
10-25-23, 15:31
October 2022 was my last visit to Jomtien Immigration. Arrived 8 am before it opened left just before noon. Line up was winding through the covered area and out on to the street. Only stating my experience. I'm by no means an expert at Jomtien Immigration. Avoid that place like the plague.I always go right before lunch at 11 am or at 1 pm when lunch is over. By then, all the people that thought they were going to go early to beat everyone else are finished. LOL.
Mr Enternational
10-25-23, 15:39
My girl can do it for me when I arrive since it's her condo. Also says if you're staying less then a month you don't have to worry about a TM30. Only if you want to extend your visa you better make sure someone submitted a TM30 for you.I do not know how any of that BS works. Do people in any other country have to go through this crazy process? In any other place, what you do at the airport is sufficient. Once my landlord said the immigration people came to the apartment looking for me. Since then he has been copying my entry stamp and doing whatever it is to get me registered.
Nana Plaza was a bunch of gogo bars. Just peaking in as I went by all seemed to be bikini bars except one topless. It was same on soi cowboy except I did step into a few bars. Maybe the topless are more hidden then just a cursory look. The sidewalks are jam packed with people. I like a bit slower pace. I like the pace of beer bars in Nakula and sois 7 and 8 in Pattaya. The ones I saw here were packed and didn't look, conducive to getting to know a girl. I'm staying in On Nut so the freelancers I saw walking weren't really going to work. Or maybe they would but I just don't understand the logistics. I don't have thai friendly so that might help if I had. I might get a closer hotel next week, or maybe a further one as I'd like to be close to a big market.
I'm going back to pattaya this weekend for a couple days if any regular would like to meet up, I'll buy the first round.
WanderingMan
10-26-23, 03:43
I have not traveled to BKK since prior to the pandemic. In the past, it seems like a lot of aircraft arrived between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM which led to long immigration lines. Is this still the case? A friend mentioned using a "Fast Track" vendor to bypass all the long immigration / customs lines. Have any of you used this service? Do you think it's helpful or necessary when arriving late at night / early in the morning? Thank you.
I have not traveled to BKK since prior to the pandemic. In the past, it seems like a lot of aircraft arrived between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM which led to long immigration lines. Is this still the case? A friend mentioned using a "Fast Track" vendor to bypass all the long immigration / customs lines. Have any of you used this service? Do you think it's helpful or necessary when arriving late at night / early in the morning? Thank you.You still have to get in line for a taxi and a 30+ min. Ride into town. Another 30 of 40 min. Check in, clean up etc. With jet lag are you really ready for what? Get a good night's (half night's) sleep and hit the deck arunning when you get up. Don't waste a $100 or so in that condition only to find maybe 4 balls in your bed because you were too anxious / horny.
Explorer8939
10-26-23, 10:23
I have not traveled to BKK since prior to the pandemic. In the past, it seems like a lot of aircraft arrived between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM which led to long immigration lines. Is this still the case? A friend mentioned using a "Fast Track" vendor to bypass all the long immigration / customs lines. Have any of you used this service? Do you think it's helpful or necessary when arriving late at night / early in the morning? Thank you.I arrived at 3 pm yesterday, and Immigration was jammed.
I have not used "Fast Track" since Covid. What I do is:
If Immigration is packed, I try the second hall. Sometimes its empty.
If I go with a Thai lady, I go through the Thai passport lanes.
Explorer8939
10-26-23, 12:05
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2672031/thai-europe-and-australia-routes-fully-booked
Looks like a big High Season coming.
I arrived at 3 pm yesterday, and Immigration was jammed.
I have not used "Fast Track" since Covid. What I do is:
If Immigration is packed, I try the second hall. Sometimes its empty.
If I go with a Thai lady, I go through the Thai passport lanes.This has never worked for me. How long was the taxi wait? Last time it was 25 min. Time before less than 10 min. A real crap shoot.
Mr Enternational
10-27-23, 00:23
How long was the taxi wait? Last time it was 25 min. Time before less than 10 min. A real crap shoot.Why not just go upstairs to the 4th floor where you can hop right in a taxi as soon as you walk outside and pay less?
Explorer8939
10-27-23, 03:32
This has never worked for me. How long was the taxi wait? Last time it was 25 min. Time before less than 10 min. A real crap shoot.For me, the long pole in the tent at Suvarnabhumi is waiting for my luggage.
I had to wait 5 minutes for a taxi to Bangkok.
This last time, from getting off the plane to getting into the taxi was 30 minutes.
Banana Boi
10-27-23, 04:16
Now that the Thailand Elite packages have increased over 50% to 900k baht for 5 years, I guess I'll move to an OA Retirement Visa.
Just starting to read through this crap before I apply but already have some questions.
1. re-entry permit. If I have this straight I can get a multi re-entry permit for 3800 baht per year at a Pattaya / BKK Immigration office. This allows me to come and go from Thailand as many times as I want during the 12 month Visa?
2. As I understand it, the 800 k in my Thai bank account doesn't have to be in the bank until 2 months prior to the end of my 12 month Visa?
3. We have to report every time we go stay at a location (new TM-30?) other than our residence. Does that means if I check in at a Bangkok hotel for a weekend I need to complete a new TM-30 within 24 hours of returning to my rented condo in Pattaya? So if I am renting a condo do I get the landlord to do this online or does the real estate office do it? If they don't do it will I get rejected from renewing my OA Visa?
Related question. Anyone know how much it costs me to hire an agency to go stand in the Immigration line for me?
Raj Patela
10-27-23, 04:29
Now that the Thailand Elite packages have increased over 50% to 900k baht for 5 years, I guess I'll move to an OA Retirement Visa.
Just starting to read through this crap before I apply but already have some questions.
1. re-entry permit. If I have this straight I can get a multi re-entry permit for 3800 baht per year at a Pattaya / BKK Immigration office. This allows me to come and go from Thailand as many times as I want during the 12 month Visa?
2. As I understand it, the 800 k in my Thai bank account doesn't have to be in the bank until 2 months prior to the end of my 12 month Visa?
3. We have to report every time we go stay at a location (new TM-30?) other than our residence. Does that means if I check in at a Bangkok hotel for a weekend I need to complete a new TM-30 within 24 hours of returning to my rented condo in Pattaya? So if I am renting a condo do I get the landlord to do this online or does the real estate office do it? If they don't do it will I get rejected from renewing my OA Visa?
Related question. Anyone know how much it costs me to hire an agency to go stand in the Immigration line for me?ASEAN News is the go to site for Visa Info.
They got guys who knows their Stuff. Kind of like Explorer here.
Once question is posted you get answers Fast.
Mr Enternational
10-27-23, 05:01
Anyone know how much it costs me to hire an agency to go stand in the Immigration line for me?Manarat Visa on Soi 13/2 across from the post office will do everything for 13,000 baht. I think most people have used them in the past when they did not have the 800 K to leave in the bank.
Now that the Thailand Elite packages have increased over 50% to 900k baht for 5 years, I guess I'll move to an OA Retirement Visa.
Just starting to read through this crap before I apply but already have some questions.
1. re-entry permit. If I have this straight I can get a multi re-entry permit for 3800 baht per year at a Pattaya / BKK Immigration office. This allows me to come and go from Thailand as many times as I want during the 12 month Visa?
2. As I understand it, the 800 k in my Thai bank account doesn't have to be in the bank until 2 months prior to the end of my 12 month Visa?
3. We have to report every time we go stay at a location (new TM-30?) other than our residence. Does that means if I check in at a Bangkok hotel for a weekend I need to complete a new TM-30 within 24 hours of returning to my rented condo in Pattaya? So if I am renting a condo do I get the landlord to do this online or does the real estate office do it? If they don't do it will I get rejected from renewing my OA Visa?
Related question. Anyone know how much it costs me to hire an agency to go stand in the Immigration line for me?When you are required to have health INS.
When you are required to have health INS.Yes, there is a health insurance requirement for the Thailand OA Visa. As per the new requirements announced by the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) on October 1, 2021, people applying or renewing (or rather re-applying for) a Non-Immigrant Visa "O-A" now need to have a Thai health insurance policy for the duration of their stay1. The policy must cover a minimum of 3 million Baht2341, or the equivalent if the policy is issued outside of Thailand2. The total must cover inpatient services2341. The policy can be obtained from a Thai or foreign insurance company2. If you use a foreign insurance company, you will need to provide the original policy and two copies2. Please note that these requirements are subject to change and it's always best to check with the relevant Thai embassy or consulate for the most current information.
I have a one way ticket to BKK and arriving this weekend. Will I be asked for an onward journey ticket.
The reason I ask is everytime this needs to be provided when I travel to Colombia.
I just got to Thailand a week ago with a 1 way ticket and no one asked me about an onward ticket. I did get asked for one several years ago when I was doing a visa run type trip. But even then they let me in.
I have a one way ticket to BKK and arriving this weekend. Will I be asked for an onward journey ticket.
The reason I ask is everytime this needs to be provided when I travel to Colombia.
Explorer8939
10-28-23, 05:01
I have a one way ticket to BKK and arriving this weekend. Will I be asked for an onward journey ticket.
The reason I ask is everytime this needs to be provided when I travel to Colombia.It depends on the whims of the Immigration officer.
Yes, there is a health insurance requirement for the Thailand OA Visa. As per the new requirements announced by the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) on October 1, 2021, people applying or renewing (or rather re-applying for) a Non-Immigrant Visa "O-A" now need to have a Thai health insurance policy for the duration of their stay1. The policy must cover a minimum of 3 million Baht2341, or the equivalent if the policy is issued outside of Thailand2. The total must cover inpatient services2341. The policy can be obtained from a Thai or foreign insurance company2. If you use a foreign insurance company, you will need to provide the original policy and two copies2. Please note that these requirements are subject to change and it's always best to check with the relevant Thai embassy or consulate for the most current information.Also, from what I have heard, if you can't get insured up to the required 3,000,000 baht coverage level for whatever reason or choose not to buy health insurance, you must park the difference or the full 3,000,000 baht in a Thai bank account for that purpose under the same conditions some non O-A visa retirees choose to park 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account rather than show a minimum of 65,000 baht per month in Foreign Transfers to prove an ongoing income stream solvency.
Raj Patela
10-28-23, 16:01
It depends on the whims of the Immigration officer.This is so True.
My last entry immigration dude told me I come Thailand too MUT.
I had 60 day tourist visa. He made me buy onward ticket on the Spot.
Banana Boi
10-28-23, 16:20
It depends on the whims of the Immigration officer.One guy had a stick up his arse and demanded to see a ticket out of Thailand. He went as far as making me buy a ticket on the spot holding up his line. Luckily one way tickets out of BKK are very cheap so I bought one to Phnom Penh on the spot. Once I showed it to him he let me through. I never ended up using it only because I decided to go to Korea on my next border run instead.
Not having a ticket out of Thailand could give the Immigration officer ammunition to deny entry so if this is a concern buy a ticket with some flexibility on date / destination or a cheap throwaway ticket.
insured up to the required 3,000,000 baht coverage
Which company are you OA Visa guys buying your required insurance from? Is AXA Thailand sufficient? I bought insurance through them during COVID. You can PM me if you prefer.
One guy had a stick up his arse and demanded to see a ticket out of Thailand. He went as far as making me buy a ticket on the spot holding up his line. Luckily one way tickets out of BKK are very cheap so I bought one to Phnom Penh on the spot. Once I showed it to him he let me through. I never ended up using it only because I decided to go to Korea on my next border run instead.
Not having a ticket out of Thailand could give the Immigration officer ammunition to deny entry so if this is a concern buy a ticket with some flexibility on date / destination or a cheap throwaway ticket..I had AXA for a few years but switched to Pacific Cross about 5 years ago. At the time, the reason I switched was because AXA would stop insuring someone at age 75 but Pacific Cross would insure someone up to age 95 then assess it on a case by case basis after that. In other words, if you have kept up with your premiums and never filed a claim for anything they will probably be ok with continuing to insure you. LOL.
I purchased a health insurance policy here in Thailand with AXA very soon after I retired and moved here, years before it was required in order to get an O-A Non Immigrant Long Stay Visa. I switched to Pacific Cross five years ago just before I turned 65. I had 1,100,000 baht in-patient coverage before and after the switch, which was already more coverage than was first required. My monthly premium for the 1,100,000 baht in-patient coverage from age 65 to 70 was about 3500 baht. I forget how much the, as I recall, required 40,000 baht out-patient coverage was per month then. Maybe another 1500 baht per month.
Now there is no requirement to have out-patient coverage so I dropped it. As has been stated, the new requirement is for 3,000,000 baht in-patient coverage. My monthly premium for that at age 70 is about 7900 baht or about $225 USD at today's exchange rate.
Mr Enternational
10-28-23, 20:06
I just got to Thailand a week ago with a 1 way ticket and no one asked me about an onward ticket. I did get asked for one several years ago when I was doing a visa run type trip. But even then they let me in.They always ask me at the gate in Korea. I just tell them I live there and show them my Thai drivers license. Never been asked by immigration.
.... I decided to go to Korea on my next border run instead.
Not having a ticket out of Thailand could give the Immigration officer ammunition to deny entry so if this is a concern buy a ticket with some flexibility on date / destination or a cheap throwaway ticket.
.Could you write a bit about how visa runs work please? Are they the same as pre covid? I would just get on a bus to malaysia, cross over and cross back. If was all arraigned by a place that did visa runs. Is it still that simple? I have read that they aren't a thing anymore. Any bit of advice would be appreciated.
Banana Boi
10-29-23, 02:38
My information is not going to help you cause it's pre-COVID. Back then I used to have to leave Thailand every 60 days so I flew to another country for 1-4 weeks every 60 days or less.
Currently I know for sure you can not do more than 2 land border runs like you were doing in a year. I also believe the general rule of thumb is you can not stay in Thailand more than 180 days total each year, unless you have a Visa such as an OA Retirement Visa. Whether these rules are calendar year or a 12 month clock I have no idea.
I have a question for those on an OA Visa. 90 day reporting. Does leaving the country and retuning every 90 days or less remove my requirement to do 90 day reporting as the Kingdom would know my whereabouts on when I left and returned?
Explorer8939
10-29-23, 02:45
My information is not going to help you cause it's pre-COVID. Back then I used to have to leave Thailand every 60 days so I flew to another country for 1-4 weeks every 60 days or less.
Currently I know for sure you can not do more than 2 land border runs like you were doing in a year. I also believe the general rule of thumb is you can not stay in Thailand more than 180 days total each year, unless you have a Visa such as an OA Retirement Visa. Whether these rules are calendar year or a 12 month clock I have no idea.
I have a question for those on an OA Visa. 90 day reporting. Does leaving the country and retuning every 90 days or less remove my requirement to do 90 day reporting as the Kingdom would know my whereabouts on when I left and returned?On the 90 day report, I have never done one, since I leave Thailand too much. In past years, I paid a small penalty, this year, they didn't ask for one. Yet.
I have a one way ticket to BKK and arriving this weekend. Will I be asked for an onward journey ticket.
The reason I ask is everytime this needs to be provided when I travel to Colombia.
This is so True.
My last entry immigration dude told me I come Thailand too MUT.
I had 60 day tourist visa. He made me buy onward ticket on the Spot.I have never been asked for an onward ticket by Thai immigration, only by airlines.
I did not have one this time, and nobody asked me for one. The Immigration girl didn't even ask me anything.
Since January I have been in and out five times, never a hassle.
I have a one way ticket to BKK and arriving this weekend. Will I be asked for an onward journey ticket.
The reason I ask is everytime this needs to be provided when I travel to Colombia.Just an update immigration was easy. Long lines in the counter but once I reached there it took me less than a minute.
Provided my boarding pass and US passport and the officer ten printed and took my photo then it was done.
No verbal communication.
What is the proper reply from the guy who asked the question? Posting "thanks" seems to clutter up the board and a pm saying thanks seems more bothersome to the answerer than no reply. If no one answers me I try to find out otherwise and post the answer to my own question when I find it out.
Anyway thanks to those who answer my questions.
What is the proper reply from the guy who asked the question? Posting "thanks" seems to clutter up the board and a pm saying thanks seems more bothersome to the answerer than no reply. If no one answers me I try to find out otherwise and post the answer to my own question when I find it out.
Anyway thanks to those who answer my questions.A report contribution is the best thanks. It helps everyone.
WanderingMan
11-03-23, 08:44
A group of three of us will travel to Thailand in a couple of weeks. I need to keep my SIM and use it via Internet while overseas. Is it easier to purchase a cell phone (used and unlocked) while in the USA and take it to Thailand or purchase one for use in Thailand? Knowing what type of phone is needed for service in Thailand is also appreciated. Thanks.
I'd get a cheapie in America. I'd ask friends or family is any has an old phone they don't use anymore and buy that cheap.
A group of three of us will travel to Thailand in a couple of weeks. I need to keep my SIM and use it via Internet while overseas. Is it easier to purchase a cell phone (used and unlocked) while in the USA and take it to Thailand or purchase one for use in Thailand? Knowing what type of phone is needed for service in Thailand is also appreciated. Thanks.
Mr Enternational
11-03-23, 17:07
I need to keep my SIM and use it via Internet while overseas. Is it easier to purchase a cell phone (used and unlocked) while in the USA and take it to Thailand or purchase one for use in Thailand? Knowing what type of phone is needed for service in Thailand is also appreciated. Thanks.You did not say in what part of Thailand you will be in. Does your carrier not have service in Thailand? If so, why would you need another phone. If not, then you could just switch SIMs when you leave the room. You did not give enough information of what you are trying to accomplish.
WanderingMan
11-04-23, 01:31
I'd get a cheapie in America. I'd ask friends or family is any has an old phone they don't use anymore and buy that cheap.Thanks for the idea. I did just what you said. A friend is dropping off his old phone for us to use for a month tomorrow for the cost of a lunch.
WanderingMan
11-04-23, 01:32
Does anyone have suggestions for decent Thai food near the Nana area? One thing I love about traveling to Thailand is their delicious food.
Does anyone have suggestions for decent Thai food near the Nana area? One thing I love about traveling to Thailand is their delicious food.You going to get some arguments, but in my humble opinion, there is no super great Thai food in the Nana area. The seafood is overpriced by the way. I tend to eat on Soi Arab, Scherezade is good, so is Bamboo. Margarita storm for Mexican. Believe it or not, Thermae have some decent Thai food as does Nana. I prefer to go down to Phra Kanong, Phrom Pong or Silom or Yaowarat.
Banana Boi
11-04-23, 05:52
Believe it or not, Thermae have some decent Thai food Haven't had it since pre COVID but Thermae has good pad ka prao. Sometimes I ordered fries there too and they are always crispy. The fries are fun cause the girls would come to me and steal some.
For Thai food just see where all the Thai girls are lining up. Then you know it'll be good.
Does anyone have suggestions for decent Thai food near the Nana area? One thing I love about traveling to Thailand is their delicious food.Not exactly Nana but just a 5 to 10 minutes walk from there.
Located just below the Asok bts station, at the entrance of soi 14.
Nothing fancy, just a typical Thai restaurant.
They serve good food, but it can be crowded at times.
FarmerBoy45
11-04-23, 19:52
I've been to Thailand several times. I've noticed that many Thai ladies have something the shape of chapstick that they put up to their nose and sniff. For some it seems like it is an addiction. What exactly is that stuff?
I've been to Thailand several times. I've noticed that many Thai ladies have something the shape of chapstick that they put up to their nose and sniff. For some it seems like it is an addiction. What exactly is that stuff?Herbal inhalers. Wakes you up. Nice smell. A neccisity in public toilets. One in each nostril.
Not exactly Nana but just a 5 to 10 minutes walk from there.
Located just below the Asok bts station, at the entrance of soi 14.
Nothing fancy, just a typical Thai restaurant.
They serve good food, but it can be crowded at times.Ok place, bit overpriced, but location, location.
Explorer8939
11-06-23, 03:18
I've been to Thailand several times. I've noticed that many Thai ladies have something the shape of chapstick that they put up to their nose and sniff. For some it seems like it is an addiction. What exactly is that stuff?Yep.
They think it has medicinal properties, and they are always fighting colds.
I've been to Thailand several times. I've noticed that many Thai ladies have something the shape of chapstick that they put up to their nose and sniff. For some it seems like it is an addiction. What exactly is that stuff?
Herbal inhalers. Wakes you up. Nice smell. A neccisity in public toilets. One in each nostril.I bought one in the stick form and the herbal inhaler in a small squat bottle. Says on the bottle: "To USE: Relief and ease the nasal congestion of flu". Some strong smells can hit you here. And you can use them to refresh from that shock. Air pollution is bad at times here.
I think they are great!
Banana Boi
11-06-23, 03:55
Herbal inhalers. Wakes you up. Nice smell. A neccisity in public toilets. One in each nostril.
Too funny about the toilets. Thai call it Ya Dom.
Too funny about the toilets. Thai call it Ya Dom.It's Rule 97.5, Section 2 of Travelers Rules for Life: There is a distinct correlation between the time of sudden attack of diarrhea and the filthiness / stench of the nearest toilet.
I have never gone anywhere without Ya Dom for as long as I can remember. Siang Pure usually because it's more pocket size, but since I have been carrying a murse, I usually have one of the little jars or bottles with me.
Back in the day, we used Vicks Vaporub. Try being around a 6 day floater in the summer without it.
I always carry some toilet paper in my pocket when in Thailand. LOL My Thai buddy says the secret to getting around Thailand without sudden toilet emergencies is to never drink the broth from your noodle bowl. LOL.
Does anyone have suggestions for decent Thai food near the Nana area? One thing I love about traveling to Thailand is their delicious food.Terminal 21 food court is cheap and gets pretty good reviews.
I used to like Det5 on Soi 8. Has a nice outdoor seating area with trees strung with lights and swamp cooler misters like they use by the benches in football. When you sit down they give you a nice refrigerated wash cloth. Their Larb Moo & Green Curry were good and plentiful, not really cheap though. Don't know if Det5 is still in operation or not, haven't been back since a few years before the Chyna virus.
Terminal 21 food court is cheap and gets pretty good reviews.Called Pier 21 and I absolute concur with this. You give them cash and they give you a card that you can load up to 500 THB. Hard to spend 200 THB even if you are really hungry. Great movie theater next to Pier 21. There is also a gourmet Thai Food restaurant that has won awards. But I have not eaten there. Terminal 21 is like my second home. I like the place!
There is a giant Christmas tree up outside. I was like, WTF?
I always carry some toilet paper in my pocket when in Thailand. LOL My Thai buddy says the secret to getting around Thailand without sudden toilet emergencies is to never drink the broth from your noodle bowl. LOL.Even better is one of those teeny tiny foldable towels like you got from a camping supply store. Fit perfectly in your fashionable murse. At times I've considered carrying a spare pair of under shorts.
Banana Boi
11-07-23, 13:29
I used to like Det5 on Soi 8. Has a nice outdoor seating area with trees strung with lights and swamp cooler misters like they use by the benches in football. When you sit down they give you a nice refrigerated wash cloth. Their Larb Moo & Green Curry were good and plentiful, not really cheap though.Agree Det 5 across from the Adelphi Suites is a fantastic restaurant and so is Kinnaree beside it. Not positive they're open either since when I last walked by the trees and shrubs were very overgrown. Det 5 used to have everything meticulously maintained.
My Thai buddy says the secret to getting around Thailand without sudden toilet emergencies is to never drink the broth from your noodle bowl. LOL.
Broth should be fine if it was properly boiled. What people get sick from is ice in your drinks.
Mr Enternational
11-07-23, 18:54
My Thai buddy says the secret to getting around Thailand without sudden toilet emergencies is to never drink the broth from your noodle bowl.There was a huge ball of hair in mine once. How Sway, how?
I will be visiting Bangkok in December for 1 week, what is the budget you guys recommend? I was thinking maybe 30 or 40 k baht?
Explorer8939
11-08-23, 19:36
I will be visiting Bangkok in December for 1 week, what is the budget you guys recommend? I was thinking maybe 30 or 40 k baht?For 3 days, you will be okay.
Mr Enternational
11-09-23, 00:38
Wingman told me a crazy ass story today. He has a kid in Pattaya. So the school set up a savings account for the kids. He sends money when he is not in Thailand so his kid's mom can send it to school for the account. The teacher called and asked his kid's mom if she could borrow some of the money and the mom said no. 3 weeks later when the new semester began, the school called a meeting with the parents and asked if the teacher called anyone asking to borrow money. They advised them that the teacher had been stealing the kids' money. So all the parents had to give a number of how much money they had sent. His kid's mom told him a number that it did not sound like he had sent in total. So his kid's mom had been skimming off the money that was supposed to go to the kid's savings. Did not matter anyway because the teacher stole whatever was left to actually go to the savings. This kind shit does not shock me at all anymore. I already know what we are dealing with. Thailand is truly fucking amazing.
Explorer8939
11-09-23, 07:51
Wingman told me a crazy ass story today. He has a kid in Pattaya. So the school set up a savings account for the kids. He sends money when he is not in Thailand so his kid's mom can send it to school for the account. The teacher called and asked his kid's mom if she could borrow some of the money and the mom said no. 3 weeks later when the new semester began, the school called a meeting with the parents and asked if the teacher called anyone asking to borrow money. They advised them that the teacher had been stealing the kids' money. So all the parents had to give a number of how much money they had sent. His kid's mom told him a number that it did not sound like he had sent in total. So his kid's mom had been skimming off the money that was supposed to go to the kid's savings. Did not matter anyway because the teacher stole whatever was left to actually go to the savings. This kind shit does not shock me at all anymore. I already know what we are dealing with. Thailand is truly fucking amazing.If you send money to a Thai lady, she is going to use it for whatever she wants, drinking, slots, a Thai man. That is the norm in Thailand.
Banana Boi
11-09-23, 19:13
I will be visiting Bangkok in December for 1 week, what is the budget you guys recommend? I was thinking maybe 30 or 40 k baht?30-40 k only for girls only I assume. Gogo girls for 7 days 35 k ST to 49 k LT. Thermae for 7 days 17,500. Massage joints around Phrom Phong less than or nearly the same as Thermae. FL's even cheaper. So yes 30-40 k for a week for girls only should suffice if you mix things up.
Houston Player
11-10-23, 04:16
I will be visiting Bangkok in December for 1 week, what is the budget you guys recommend? I was thinking maybe 30 or 40 k baht?It depends on if you want to have any fun or not. If you just want to sit in a hotel room and then go fuck girls it's enough. If you actually want to go out and enjoy Bangkok it's not enough.
Franciscass
11-10-23, 08:26
Wingman told me a crazy ass story today. He has a kid in Pattaya. So the school set up a savings account for the kids. He sends money when he is not in Thailand so his kid's mom can send it to school for the account. The teacher called and asked his kid's mom if she could borrow some of the money and the mom said no. 3 weeks later when the new semester began, the school called a meeting with the parents and asked if the teacher called anyone asking to borrow money. They advised them that the teacher had been stealing the kids' money. So all the parents had to give a number of how much money they had sent. His kid's mom told him a number that it did not sound like he had sent in total. So his kid's mom had been skimming off the money that was supposed to go to the kid's savings. Did not matter anyway because the teacher stole whatever was left to actually go to the savings. This kind shit does not shock me at all anymore. I already know what we are dealing with. Thailand is truly fucking amazing.With respect, not that unusual and certainly not specific to Thailand. Taking something off the top for oneself happens everywhere and in many scenarios. Sometimes its pure greed, sometimes its expediency, but yes agreed raiding the kid's piggy bank is not on and if he was being told it was all going to the school then no doubt she's guilty as charged. You mention "it did not sound like what he had sent" so possibility a lost in translation episode? Also I presume quite apart from the savings account at the school he was also supporting her and the kid in some other way. Possible the two got mixed up? If there was no confusion about the actual amount in question what surprised me about the tale was the girl giving a number that was less than what he had sent. If she was being dishonest you would imagine she would have given the same amount he had sent as he was unlikely to be in touch with the school.
To finish may I suggest another rather more cynical explanation. There was no savings account to begin with.
I always find it interesting that individuals expect others to live at standards that are not even held up in their own country of origin. My understanding is that child care payments mandated by court order in the (Dis) United States of America are paid by one parent to the other parent but the use of those funds are not monitored in anyway by the courts. The individual can do whatever they want with the payments at their sole discretion.
Those that come from privilege often do not understand the cultures of those that do not. Especially when visiting.
With respect, not that unusual and certainly not specific to Thailand. Taking something off the top for oneself happens everywhere and in many scenarios. Sometimes its pure greed, sometimes its expediency, but yes agreed raiding the kid's piggy bank is not on and if he was being told it was all going to the school then no doubt she's guilty as charged. You mention "it did not sound like what he had sent" so possibility a lost in translation episode? Also I presume quite apart from the savings account at the school he was also supporting her and the kid in some other way. Possible the two got mixed up? If there was no confusion about the actual amount in question what surprised me about the tale was the girl giving a number that was less than what he had sent. If she was being dishonest you would imagine she would have given the same amount he had sent as he was unlikely to be in touch with the school.
To finish may I suggest another rather more cynical explanation. There was no savings account to begin with.
Broth should be fine if it was properly boiled. What people get sick from is ice in your drinks.I think his comment about the broth was more about the amount of spice in the broth especially after you get done doctoring it up. I know I have a, uh problem, with too much chipotle seasoning so it stands to reason. I have considered that ice might not be something you want in your drink. I'm almost afraid to drink anything in Colombia, but ice isn't the worst concern. LOL.
Mr Enternational
11-12-23, 01:06
I always find it interesting that individuals expect others to live at standards that are not even held up in their own country of origin. My understanding is that child care payments mandated by court order in the (Dis) United States of America are paid by one parent to the other parent but the use of those funds are not monitored in anyway by the courts. The individual can do whatever they want with the payments at their sole discretion.
Those that come from privilege often do not understand the cultures of those that do not. Especially when visiting.But we are not talking about child care payments. My friend supports his child without any court order and even lets the child's mother live in his condo. He had these particular funds marked for a specific thing.
It is like you signing your kid up for baseball and you sending the money to the mom to buy his top of the line new equipment. She takes some of that money for herself and buys him equipment from the thrift store. Stealing is stealing. Even worse when you steal from your own kid.
Raj Patela
11-12-23, 01:07
Ice Woes. There really isn't any.
Many places have Ice Delivery by an outside vendor. Can there be contamination. Sure.
But I'm sure that places that buy ice aren't having customers die en masse because of dirty ice.
Even the dirty street Vendor has Clean ice.
What you should be worried about is high rate of STDs in Pattaya. Hahaha. Buzzin even did a Video the other day.
Ice Woes. There really isn't any.
Many places have Ice Delivery by an outside vendor. Can there be contamination. Sure.
But I'm sure that places that buy ice aren't having customers die en masse because of dirty ice.
Even the dirty street Vendor has Clean ice.
What you should be worried about is high rate of STDs in Pattaya. Hahaha. Buzzin even did a Video the other day.Exactly. Thai people get the shits too. Dirty ice for you is dirty ice for them.
Are you really going to make the intellectually dishonest argument that if a man is sending money to the mother of his child (without court order) that it is not child support?
Stealing is Stealing. You are not going to get any argument with me over that.
My point is that some (and you can include yourself in this statement if you want but it is not directed at you) from the Western world hold others to standards that are not met in their own country. In my country of origin there is not requirement that court ordered child support is spend on a child. Are you going to make the argument that because individual amounts are not dictated by the court that the court does not intend for the fund to be used in their entirety for the benefit of the child?
A Mother is held to the same standards as trustee. If your are the court ordered guardian of a child you have a fiduciary responsibility to use the funds designated for that child in that manner or face legal repercussions. Child support (court ordered or not) is not held to the same standards.
It is the principle of the matter and you are playing your usual semantic games that you play in your replies to my posts. Different is I'll point them out when you reply to me directly.
Checkmate
But we are not talking about child care payments. My friend supports his child without any court order and even lets the child's mother live in his condo. He had these particular funds marked for a specific thing.
It is like you signing your kid up for baseball and you sending the money to the mom to buy his top of the line new equipment. She takes some of that money for herself and buys him equipment from the thrift store. Stealing is stealing. Even worse when you steal from your own kid.
Always read the warning label.
What you should be worried about is high rate of STDs in Pattaya.Why exactly should people be worried about that Raj Raj?.
You suggesting that everyone does like you and raw dog in Bangkok but not Pattaya. Or do you raw dog in both places? I would have thought you have no worries since you pay more for your "attractive" prostitutes. You mean you are saying that you can pay the money that you do and still get "burnt while you are up in it"?
Exactly. Thai people get the shits too. Dirty ice for you is dirty ice for them.Maybe they know how to distinguish risky ice and non risky ice.
A few weeks ago a member suggested it's the ice that comes in small pieces that is dangerous compared to the one that comes in bigger blocks (with the hole inside, like the ones we are being served in Agogos or soi 6 for example). I think there is some truth in it.
I can count at least 2 times in recent years I have been badly intoxicated because of the ice. The first time I'm sure the ice was the small pieces, second time I don't know which ice she used to make the Watermelon smootie.
Maybe they know how to distinguish risky ice and non risky ice.
A few weeks ago a member suggested it's the ice that comes in small pieces that is dangerous compared to the one that comes in bigger blocks (with the hole inside, like the ones we are being served in Agogos or soi 6 for example). I think there is some truth in it.
I can count at least 2 times in recent years I have been badly intoxicated because of the ice. The first time I'm sure the ice was the small pieces, second time I don't know which ice she used to make the Watermelon smootie.I was always told the Ice with the Hole is the "safe" ice. But I reckon alot has to do with how the ice is handled.
Knock on wood, I haven't been laid up with the squirts this year, except after plane travel.
Does a body to body massage have a happy ending? Is a happy ending extra? Thanks for any info.
Mr Enternational
11-14-23, 15:06
Does a body to body massage have a happy ending? Is a happy ending extra? Thanks for any info.Body to body massage ends in fucking.
Explorer8939
11-15-23, 00:24
Does a body to body massage have a happy ending? Is a happy ending extra? Thanks for any info.Fucking is included in the package price.
Explorer8939
11-15-23, 00:26
Exactly. Thai people get the shits too. Dirty ice for you is dirty ice for them.This extends to bargirls, as well.
I could tell you stories, but better I don't.
This extends to bargirls, as well.
I could tell you stories, but better I don't.Yes, its better, otherwise I have to one up you with a story about my 1st wife.
Yep, if you're regularly eating western food in LOS, then hey that's your preference. But Thai food is tastier and three meals and coffee can easily be done for $10 a day. T21 food court or any food courts at malls or Lotus's etc work wonders.You can learn a lot as a tourist. I know I sure have.
I regularly dine on cuisine from all over the world. I think those who come to Pattaya and just eat Thai food are being a little myopic. I like my breakfast and their are plenty of restaurants that serve a good one. Nest on Soi Diana and I-Rover on LK metro are some of my favorites. Both are close to 169. Seems like that price is play on something. Very close to Terminal 21 is a great German restaurant that has 295 special with more food than you should eat in one sitting for 295. Korean BBQ, Thai BBQ, Chinese Noodles, Japanese Ramen place with an hour wait on the weekend now that it is high season. So much for the people who say high season is not ramping up. Used to always be able to just walk in a get a table.
There are great hamburgers here and French Fry's. In fact, there is a place that serves a great hamburger with chips. They serve three different versions (chicken, vegetable and beef). One of which is Australian beef. Australian beef is far superior to beef from the (Dis) United States of America. If you go on Tuesday their burgers are on special. The place is right on a baht bus line in Jomtien.
At Terminal 21 there is Pier 1. Nothing wrong with that food court. My girlfriend and I eat there all the time. It is are fall back place when she does not want to cook. But her preparation of Thai food is far superior to any Thai restaurant I have eaten in since I have been here. She makes a soup that I like with WAY more flavor in it than the same type I order from Pier 1.
There is a Japanese Beef Bowl place right next to Pier 1 that if off the mother fucking chain good. They also prepare their bowls with Australian beef and pork. The meat melts in your mouth.
I do not skimp on food (even though I know where I can by a meal for 99). I stay where I am comfortable. I take the Bhat Bus and Bolt not because of economics, it is because I don't like to drive. I prefer to pay 1000 for pussy and save the money others pay 2000,3000, 4000,5000 to spend on myself and my girlfriend. Full set of bedding for a King Size bed is 1500 and it will last for 10 years if you care for it correctly. I barely even touched on all the different types of food I enjoy in Pattaya.
To each their own.
Explorer8939
11-16-23, 02:38
Yes, its better, otherwise I have to one up you with a story about my 1st wife.Please don't.
I am traveling with a Thai lady now who stops at a toilet every 60 minutes on the dot.
Raj Patela
11-16-23, 04:21
This extends to bargirls, as well.
I could tell you stories, but better I don't.Do tell. It's not like you give any identifiable info about your Girls.
Raj Patela
11-16-23, 04:28
You can learn a lot as a tourist. I know I sure have.
I regularly dine on cuisine from all over the world. I think those who come to Pattaya and just eat Thai food are being a little myopic. I like my breakfast and their are plenty of restaurants that serve a good one. Nest on Soi Diana and I-Rover on LK metro are some of my favorites. Both are close to 169. Seems like that price is play on something. Very close to Terminal 21 is a great German restaurant that has 295 special with more food than you should eat in one sitting for 295. Korean BBQ, Thai BBQ, Chinese Noodles, Japanese Ramen place with an hour wait on the weekend now that it is high season. So much for the people who say high season is not ramping up. Used to always be able to just walk in a get a table.
There are great hamburgers here and French Fry's. In fact, there is a place that serves a great hamburger with chips. They serve three different versions (chicken, vegetable and beef). One of which is Australian beef. Australian beef is far superior to beef from the (Dis) United States of America. If you go on Tuesday their burgers are on special. The place is right on a baht bus line in Jomtien.
At Terminal 21 there is Pier 1. Nothing wrong with that food court. My girlfriend and I eat there all the time. It is are fall back place when she does not want to cook. But her preparation of Thai food is far superior to any Thai restaurant I have eaten in since I have been here. She makes a soup that I like with WAY more flavor in it than the same type I order from Pier 1.
There is a Japanese Beef Bowl place right next to Pier 1 that if off the mother fucking chain good. They also prepare their bowls with Australian beef and pork. The meat melts in your mouth.
I do not skimp on food (even though I know where I can by a meal for 99). I stay where I am comfortable. I take the Bhat Bus and Bolt not because of economics, it is because I don't like to drive. I prefer to pay 1000 for pussy and save the money others pay 2000,3000, 4000,5000 to spend on myself and my girlfriend. Full set of bedding for a King Size bed is 1500 and it will last for 10 years if you care for it correctly. I barely even touched on all the different types of food I enjoy in Pattaya.
To each their own.Great Post. No Anger. No offense Bro. Haha. LOL. Hehe. Need Emojis on this site.
Even a Bedding Post. Well done Sir.
Looking for recommendations on where to watch the games in Bangkok and Pattaya. I also have Spectrum cable but their app blocked me from ESPN and other networks.
I can't find much information about clubs in Bangkok, is there a reason why? Does anyone have any info on good clubs?
You can learn a lot as a tourist. I know I sure have.
I regularly dine on cuisine from all over the world. I think those who come to Pattaya and just eat Thai food are being a little myopic. I like my breakfast and their are plenty of restaurants that serve a good one. Nest on Soi Diana and I-Rover on LK metro are some of my favorites. Both are close to 169. Seems like that price is play on something. Very close to Terminal 21 is a great German restaurant that has 295 special with more food than you should eat in one sitting for 295. Korean BBQ, Thai BBQ, Chinese Noodles, Japanese Ramen place with an hour wait on the weekend now that it is high season. So much for the people who say high season is not ramping up. Used to always be able to just walk in a get a table.
There are great hamburgers here and French Fry's. In fact, there is a place that serves a great hamburger with chips. They serve three different versions (chicken, vegetable and beef). One of which is Australian beef. Australian beef is far superior to beef from the (Dis) United States of America. If you go on Tuesday their burgers are on special. The place is right on a baht bus line in Jomtien.
At Terminal 21 there is Pier 1. Nothing wrong with that food court. My girlfriend and I eat there all the time. It is are fall back place when she does not want to cook. But her preparation of Thai food is far superior to any Thai restaurant I have eaten in since I have been here. She makes a soup that I like with WAY more flavor in it than the same type I order from Pier 1.
There is a Japanese Beef Bowl place right next to Pier 1 that if off the mother fucking chain good. They also prepare their bowls with Australian beef and pork. The meat melts in your mouth.
I do not skimp on food (even though I know where I can by a meal for 99). I stay where I am comfortable. I take the Bhat Bus and Bolt not because of economics, it is because I don't like to drive. I prefer to pay 1000 for pussy and save the money others pay 2000,3000, 4000,5000 to spend on myself and my girlfriend. Full set of bedding for a King Size bed is 1500 and it will last for 10 years if you care for it correctly. I barely even touched on all the different types of food I enjoy in Pattaya.
To each their own.I'll make a note of some of these eateries.
For western food I usually go to the Tops dining area at CF, nestled in between the food court and the Tops grocery store. I like eating at those bar stools and you can have a nice meal for around $10, and good view for people watching. The beef lasagna, mashed potatoes and grilled veg make for a nice meal.
As far as burgers, I just stick to Prime, always good and consistent quality.
Right by the Prime Burger a new eatery called Santa Monica Diner had opened just a week before I left Pattaya, it was always dead, I'm guessing it doesn't last long.
Looking for recommendations on where to watch the games in Bangkok and Pattaya. I also have Spectrum cable but their app blocked me from ESPN and other networks.Spectrum sucks.
Livetv it's an sx rather than. Com.
Looking for recommendations on where to watch the games in Bangkok and Pattaya. I also have Spectrum cable but their app blocked me from ESPN and other networks.Metro Apartments and Bar on LK Metro in Pattaya is a great place for USA football. They have a great satellite system that can pick up any game. The problem with USA sports are that they are often played at an ungodly hour Thailand time.
$10 a day? Really? 350 baht?Is there a problem with that? As I have said before ISG is the only place I have every seen anyone bragging about how much they paid for anything. A serious consumer mentality that either assumes everyone is a two week millionaire or just has money they are willing to throw into the toilet. Now that being said, I only know about Pattaya. You define me as a Tourist. Correct? So how much exactly should I be spending on food on a trip you have defined as my "vacation"?
Breakfast: Pad Krapow Moo or fried rice with a Cola 100 B. Lunch: Gai Yang and SomTum with a Cole 100 B. Dinner: Pad Thai with a Coke 100 B. You have 50 baht letf for dessert.In Pattaya there are any number of places I can have breakfast (the type I like) from 160 - 169. Many of the places included coffee or tea and orange juice. I never drink Coke for breakfast or any other time. I do not even use it a mixer for alcoholic drinks.
Here is an interesting story: Very first breakfast I had was at a place in Pattaya near LK Metro called I-Rover. They have a excellent breakfast for 169. (Bhat or is it Baht?
I met a retired military man. We were sharing notes. We both started out living in the Dominican Republic. Then we both hit other countries before winding up in Thailand. We pretty much had the same opinion of the Dominican Republic in general. Neither one of us was feeling the culture. Now I still like the situation I have set up for myself in the Dominican Republic but I understand that it not for some people.
But the most interesting part is for some reason he shared the amount of money he had available monthly coming to him. Pretty much twice what I had. Yep, I'm just a poor tourist trying to get by (or am I). Yet, were were both in the same place, ordering the same breakfast for 169. Smart people look for value. Can I get a witness my ISG Brothers?
Somehow it boggles my mind that folks come all the way over here to scrimp.It does not boggle mine as I am not myopic in my world view. 1. Not everyone comes here (Thailand) from a long way away. 2. Some people do not need to come onto ISG and run down others on how much money they spend. 3. Most of the people I know in Pattaya or all over the world do not post on ISG.
The sample group you are using to draw your impressions is flawed. People in real life that I meet on the (Bhat or is it Baht) mini bus are quick to start up a conversation no matter where they are from. They are happy. They share with me good things that are going on in their life in Pattaya. I love that about this place. It reminds me of Las Vegas. Where everyone you meet on the strip or downtown is on vacation and happy Cannot say that the same atmosphere exists on ISG. A lot of arguing and attitudes get displayed up in here. But like I said before: To each their own.
I only had two incidences where individuals (Who were original pussy colonizers) took umbrage with where I was from. I dispatched them with with haste. They must have been having a bad day or a tough vacation.
But lets talk about skimping
You are making an assumption that people are trying to spend less money or they are price sensitive. Perhaps they are just eating what it is they want. Did that thought ever cross your mind?
Head over to Yaowarat, you will pay $30 plus for a fab seafood dinner, do you want to miss that on your vacation? Hotel Buffets: get the Eatigo app, cost you 2000 baht to gorge on fabulous food. I hope you don't think 2000 is a lot of money. It is not for me. I don't really like hotel buffets. I prefer the ones where you order what you like as you go and the food comes to your table to have it cooked or your order it as you go and it is brought out to you.
Why limit yourself? You want to live like a poor Thai?Damn, that is an elitist attitude shared by some of the most popular posters here in the Pattaya thread. I have been compared to a "poor Thai" more than once. What is the point of spending money just because you can spend it. Now if you can only get what you want by spending a lot of money by all means do it. My girlfriend (I guess she is a poor Thai) has taught me how to get off the "Tourist" economy. The statement is laughable to me! How can someone who lives here no know that there are "two economies" in each and every country that is popular with tourists?
Yes, I do want to limit myself. Why? Because there are health issues involved with "gorging" myself on fabulous food. Personally I find myself with a desire to focus on non vice items (tourist mentality right?) Food is one of those vices to avoid. Limits involve eating healthy during the week and enjoying the weekends. No problem dropping 10000 over the weekend with my girlfriend (defined as Friday and Saturday because we chill on Sunday as she has to goto work on Monday) to do what I / we like to do. We goto our favorite restaurants and do our favorite activities to our hearts content. I got a half dozen places that I like that will cost us 2000 to get out the door. But it is good food.
Hell MK Restaurant in a mall will cost you $10.1000 for us (my girlfriend and I). I like that place. But there is another in that style that gives much better value and comes in at 700 - 800. Why? Because my girlfriend has an "affinity" card and gets us a discount when we eat there. It is one of our favorite places.
I am at an advantage. When I ask my girlfriend "What do you want to eat?" she says: "Thai Food". So, I do not have to ask her anymore. She says: "I will eat anywhere with you". So when it is time to eat she asks me: "What do you want to eat?
One of the big advantages is that many restaurants here also serve Thai food. It has to meet both of our requirements to get a repeat. We have two restaurants we agree on completely that do not serve Thai food. One is a Japanese steak house where the Wagau is of high quality (2000) and the other is a Lebanese restaurant that serves us enough food that we always have to take it home and give one more meal (1500). Only 1500. What a bargain!
Don't get me wrong, I'm not a food snob, Ill eat everywhere and anywhere, and give me a plastic bag full of grilled chicken bones and sticky rice as a snack and Ill nomnom away, but don't you want to have stuff like Fried Fish or Chicken, Crab Fried Rice, Crab, River Shrimp, Shrimp Baked in Glass Noodle, Tom Yum. And all the Japanese food everywhere; do you want to avoid that for a $10 rice limit like a backpacker?I am a foodie. I'll skip the chicken bones (but I'm good with my sticky rice as it is one of my favorites). Got no use for seafood. Fried foods are bad for my health.
If you want to save money, go to Thai food Courts. Avoid the ones in T21 or Siam or Central World or Emquartier, avoid places like Foodland that are essentially tourist taste food and overpriced, find the ones where the Thais are at. If you have to go to a Food Court and don't mind the $$ hit, I like the one in Siam.Once again, I disagree with this perspective, but my reference point is Pattaya. Foodland is one of the best supermarkets in Pattaya. I make a special trip there to Terminal 21 to re-up on the things I like. Especially the meat counter.
Oh yeah, did I mention that as a tourist (or am I) I cook for myself and my girl friend cooks for me too. LOL!
Now Tops is expensive as fuck food wise and so is their Food Court compared to Pier 21. But they have excellent values on bottles. Still Foodland has a WAY better selection of Bourbon (John Wick style). In fact, that is what I am sipping on while writing this, Jim Beam Black Extra Aged. 1250/700 ML 43% ABV; with Schweppes Dry Ginger Ale (in the red can), 330 ML 16 - 18/ can depending on where you buy it. You see high ABVs hold up better in mixed drinks allowing the flavor to come through in a bold fashion. On ice of course. Everyone likes what they like.
I save money by buying bottles and and drinking in the room. Mix up my drinks myself. I was taught that by my girlfriend and we would do that with her girlfriends and then she would let me pick the one I wanted for the threesome for the night. What fun. I guess there are some advantages to living a s poor Thai after all.
This all occurred by accident. Not really fan of the bar scene and not into bar fining girls. In fact I never have. Surprised why people are always talking about their bar experiences and then asking if the Commander would like the girls they do.
Not a matter of wanting to save money. I eat what I want. Not one of those to judge someone over how much they paid for something. I am actually more impressed by those who can get what they want for less. Almost all problems can be solved by throwing money at them. I'm more interested in the solution that involve thinking outside the box and getting value.
Met a guy that told me that he rented a perfectly serviceable room for 3500/ month. I was impressed. He lived up in north Pattaya and I am not interested in living there. Met a bolt driver that told me he lived in a room that cost him 100/ night. Fascinating!
The best value on fresh produce are the "markets". I live within walking distance of one. It is where all the Thais shop and the smart "tourists?" such as myself. There is also fresh meat and seafood available. And various sundries and household items. DIY is also excellent for things you need around the house. You can find them in many locations in Pattaya.
Terminal 21 the food court is Pier 1. Huge number of food choices and my girlfriend and I can both have "two foods" as her expression goes and get out of there for 200 - 300 with soft drink fro her water for me and dessert. So much for it being over priced (are you kidding me). It is our goto place when we are on the street.
Here in Pattaya it is packed with Thai people fueling up to keep shopping until they drop and all us are enjoying the food. She also takes me to Thai food courts outside of Terminal 21.
She takes me to Thai clubs where you can buy a bottle at the club or bring your own bottle. We drink to our hearts content and get out of there at the end of the night for 1000 - 1100 and that is with ordering food. Try that on Walking Street. The Thai food so hot it leaves my stomach churning and blowing fire out my ass when I get on the toilet to shit! Most unbecoming for a gentlemen such as myself.
There is a food court right next to Soi 6. I have been there two times and have gotten sick after eating there both times. I will not be returning to eat there anytime soon. Jomtien Night Market is excellent. Never gotten sick on the food I have purchased there. There is a market right down the street from where I live that my girlfriend hits when she is coming over and does not want to cook. She does not even have to ask me. She knows all my favorite foods.
I do not skimp on food (even though I know where I can by a meal for 99). I stay where I am comfortable. I take the Bhat Bus and Bolt not because of economics, it is because I don't like to drive. I prefer to pay 1000 for pussy and save the money others pay 2000,3000, 4000,5000 to spend on myself and my girlfriend. Full set of bedding for a King Size bed is 1500 and it will last for 10 years if you care for it correctly. I barely even touched on all the different types of food I enjoy in Pattaya.Not bad for a tourist, eh?
This pretty much sums up my philosophy on spending in general. My entire life (since I left my parents house) I have lived on the "wrong side of the tracks". I live with working people. I do not flaunt what I have. I share what I have and they share with me. It has given me a much more interesting life than the sterile one that can be bought with those that have money money like that. Do not get it twisted. If I had money like that I would live the exact same why they do. I have been asked why I live as I do by my friends and family. They say that they know I can afford better. I'm just one of the those people who prefer to have friends in high places but live with my friends in low places.
As I have said in many a post, I have no problem with someone that has it and is willing to spend it to get what makes them happy. But I choose not to (because I do not have it, I'm poor) and I am still happy.
Why does anyone have a problem with that?
Explorer8939
11-17-23, 01:03
Do tell. It's not like you give any identifiable info about your Girls.With 25,000+ ladies in Pattaya, why are you interested in specific ladies? Even if I report about a lady who does X and why, it's no guarantee that she will do X and why with you. Or me, the next time I see her.
Metro Apartments and Bar on LK Metro in Pattaya is a great place for USA football. They have a great satellite system that can pick up any game. The problem with USA sports are that they are often played at an ungodly hour Thailand time.Margarita Storm is open 24 hours and they show USA football.
But for a 9 am start time, I'm flipping it on the computer while still in bed, and I only care about the Buffal Bills anyway.
With 25,000+ ladies in Pattaya, why are you interested in specific ladies? Even if I report about a lady who does X and why, it's no guarantee that she will do X and why with you. Or me, the next time I see her.Thank you. Should be pinned.
I-rovers
Arrived just a little after 8;00 AM. Breakfast is served 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Mine was 129 THB. Ten screens inside; 1 outside on patio. Playing: NFL (Live), NBA, USA College Football, Dog Racing, The Fight Game, Pool Table, Golf Group, Free Wi-Fi. Thai and Non-Thai food. Attentive wait staff. I would fuck each and every one of them in the their cute referee shirts worn like a mini dress and black booty shorts. That is if they were available for 1000 THB.
Looking for recommendations on where to watch the games in Bangkok and Pattaya. I also have Spectrum cable but their app blocked me from ESPN and other networks.
Breakfast: I-rovers and Nest.
General: Taco Place in Tree Town Food Court, Prime Burger, Pier 21, MK, Sizzler, A la Turca, Bar-be-Q Plaza, Hops Brewhouse, Yakinku SAWA, Grillicious Lebanese, Sukiya, 1919 Lanzhou Beef Noodles, Ozawa Ramen, OHKAJHU. The BigC Supercenter food court.
Jomtien: Jomtien Night Market, Frasers, Hemingways, Friendly Burgers.
These are not the best restaurants in each category. These are my favorite restaurants that are go my goto places when I am not interested in eating Thai food. For me saying that you should only eat Thai Food while in Thailand is like saying visitors from India shout not eat Indian Food while they are here. Not even Thai people eat Thai food all the time. LOL!
With 25,000+ ladies in Pattaya, why are you interested in specific ladies? Even if I report about a lady who does X and why, it's no guarantee that she will do X and why with you. Or me, the next time I see her.Yes, I find the same girls will do the same things at different times with me also. Even though I am still giving them the same 1000 THB.
Thank you. Should be pinned.Well look here, full agreement on this from with my two favorite posters. LOL!
If I gotta 1000 THB I will fuck. SubCmdr still in the house!
Mr Enternational
11-27-23, 03:45
Breakfast: I-rovers and Nest.Missing out on Tigglebitties eh.
WanderingMan
11-29-23, 19:43
On the way to Thailand, we traveled Korean Air through Incheon, Korea. The flight arrived early afternoon and we had a three-hour layover. We barely made our connection after going through customs. It's the only time I have seen the huge backlog in customs. Of course we arrived at the furthest gate and had to leave at another gate far away. These airports are a hike these days.
On the return flight to the USA, we were through customs in Incheon in about three minutes. I suppose it's hit or miss.
I have no complaints about the looks of the flight attendants on Korean Air.
Mr Enternational
11-29-23, 20:20
On the way to Thailand, we traveled Korean Air through Incheon, Korea. The flight arrived early afternoon and we had a three-hour layover. We barely made our connection after going through customs. It's the only time I have seen the huge backlog in customs. Of course we arrived at the furthest gate and had to leave at another gate far away. These airports are a hike these days.
On the return flight to the USA, we were through customs in Incheon in about three minutes. I suppose it's hit or miss.
I have no complaints about the looks of the flight attendants on Korean Air.Why would you go through Customs for a connection? All you have to do is go to the transfer desk and go through security. Or if you need to go to the other concouse, go through the gate and take the train.
Why would you go through Customs for a connection? All you have to do is go to the transfer desk and go through security. Or if you need to go to the other concouse, go through the gate and take the train.He probably means security.
BeachDrone
11-30-23, 06:18
On the way to Thailand, we traveled Korean Air through Incheon, Korea. The flight arrived early afternoon and we had a three-hour layover. We barely made our connection after going through customs. It's the only time I have seen the huge backlog in customs. Of course we arrived at the furthest gate and had to leave at another gate far away. These airports are a hike these days.
On the return flight to the USA, we were through customs in Incheon in about three minutes. I suppose it's hit or miss.
I have no complaints about the looks of the flight attendants on Korean Air.I have travelled from the United States to Thailand on Korean Air via Incheon many times over the past 10 years. I do not understand your going through "customs. " Are you referring to the International Transfer Security, basically a security check for all transferring passengers? As far as I know, the only reason to go through customs would be if one were leaving the airport to be in S. Korea.
And I agree about the Korean Air flight attendants. Easy on the eyes, and very friendly, too.
On the way to Thailand, we traveled Korean Air through Incheon, Korea. The flight arrived early afternoon and we had a three-hour layover. We barely made our connection after going through customs. It's the only time I have seen the huge backlog in customs. Of course we arrived at the furthest gate and had to leave at another gate far away. These airports are a hike these days.
On the return flight to the USA, we were through customs in Incheon in about three minutes. I suppose it's hit or miss.
I have no complaints about the looks of the flight attendants on Korean Air.Has to be the security check. Incheon does require one for transit passengers. Have been there MANY times, and customs only applicable when ENTERING a country, NOT airport transit. Yes, the security lines can get backed up, depending on time of day, and arriving flights (and the IDIOTS who can't remember exactly WHERE their tablet is, have a clue people). But Incheon order of magnitude better than Gimpo (that place was, "This is your INTERNATIONAL airport?")
For Incheon, always make sure your departing flight is in same TERMINAL as arriving flight. There is a train between the two, but... As far as hiking, for BKK's Swampy, pack a lunch.
Missing out on Tigglebitties eh.Not missing out on anything. 8 AM - 10 AM breakfast specials compared to I-rover all day and Nest until 4 PM. GTF! Not even in the same league Uncle E!
Breakfast: I-rovers and Nest.Best breakfast is made by Chef SubCmdr!
Not even Thai people eat Thai food all the time. LOL!Weekend of the Fireworks Festival. It was crazy in Central Pattaya. I had gotten a massage close to Central Mall and was hungry. Decided I wanted something different. Hit KFC. 90 percent of the people in the line and at the table were Thai. I got a special for 103 THB. Two good side boxes of nuggets and popcorn chicken. Bought a 1.5 liter bottle of water over in Tops for 20 THB. Yep, Thailand is not cheap any more. ROTFLMAO!.
No Baht Buses (did I get that right or is there a pedantic tourist out there going to correct me?) running along 2nd Street. So, I decide to walk to where I could catch one along Soi Buakhao. It was absolutely deserted. Never seen so few people on Soi Buakhao. Probably could have copped a deal that would have Raj Raj generating another post that would catch him an infraction. At the load point for the Baht Bus never seen it so crazy. They were making a you-Turn on second road after dropping off passengers. So, I just walked across the road, waited for the passengers to unload and hopped on. Jump the entire line. Someone saw me do it and a people started mobbing the Baht Busses as they arrive. It dropped me off a location others choose to argue with me about over. But I got home just fine and without a big charge that others have mentioned that happens when the Baht Busses are crowded. In fact I have never paid more than 20 THB to return to where I reside. No matter how crowded it has been.
The difficulties are often getting a Baht Bus to head into the city. Once time 15 of them passed me (yes I counted). Cause my mind is focused on the mundane. No need to have pussy on your mind in Pattaya unless you are a "tourist" like I am. Right?
Explorer8939
12-06-23, 02:45
Best breakfast is made by Chef SubCmdr!
Weekend of the Fireworks Festival. It was crazy in Central Pattaya. I had gotten a massage close to Central Mall and was hungry. Decided I wanted something different. Hit KFC. 90 percent of the people in the line and at the table were Thai. I got a special for 103 THB. Two good side boxes of nuggets and popcorn chicken. Bought a 1.5 liter bottle of water over in Tops for 20 THB. Yep, Thailand is not cheap any more. ROTFLMAO!.
No Baht Buses (did I get that right or is there a pedantic tourist out there going to correct me?) running along 2nd Street. So, I decide to walk to where I could catch one along Soi Buakhao. It was absolutely deserted. Never seen so few people on Soi Buakhao. Probably could have copped a deal that would have Raj Raj generating another post that would catch him an infraction. At the load point for the Baht Bus never seen it so crazy. They were making a you-Turn on second road after dropping off passengers. So, I just walked across the road, waited for the passengers to unload and hopped on. Jump the entire line. Someone saw me do it and a people started mobbing the Baht Busses as they arrive. It dropped me off a location others choose to argue with me about over. But I got home just fine and without a big charge that others have mentioned that happens when the Baht Busses are crowded. In fact I have never paid more than 20 THB to return to where I reside. No matter how crowded it has been.
The difficulties are often getting a Baht Bus to head into the city. Once time 15 of them passed me (yes I counted). Cause my mind is focused on the mundane. No need to have pussy on your mind in Pattaya unless you are a "tourist" like I am. Right?Since High Season is just starting, you are going to have more problems getting a baht bus from View Talay 5. Bolt is going to charge you 200+ baht, with 30 minute wait times.
One reason I am heading for Brazil next month.
Since this is an information board instead of a chest pounding ego needs place that has turned into recently, do any of you long-term guys have a good dentist you can recommend for a cleaning. I forgot to schedule one, and after they finished mangling me in the States, they said I needed a follow-up cleaning. If you got a good dentist let me know, otherwise I guess it's just go over to a hospital and get it done.
Since this is an information board instead of a chest pounding ego needs place that has turned into recently, do any of you long-term guys have a good dentist you can recommend for a cleaning. I forgot to schedule one, and after they finished mangling me in the States, they said I needed a follow-up cleaning. If you got a good dentist let me know, otherwise I guess it's just go over to a hospital and get it done.For a simple cleaning I just walked into the nearest Mos Dental Clinic without an appointment a few months ago and they took me right in. The one I went to is on the even soi side of Sukhumvit near Soi 12 as I recall. But I don't think it matters which one. The sign outside said 900 baht for teeth cleaning (with "and up" in smaller print). It came to 1,300 baht for me.
I don't know the name of the dentist if there was even a dentist doing the job instead of an ordinary dental assistant. I didn't ask. I have not needed anything more than a cleaning since I moved here so I have not vetted or seriously researched one.
Seemed like they did a fine job. Still breaking hearts and getting 1,000 baht LT BBFS+CIP and all my undies washed and ironed by top-rated Nana Plaza gogo girls with my smile.
Hehe. I had to throw that last part in to keep the new format going.
Since this is an information board instead of a chest pounding ego needs place that has turned into recently, do any of you long-term guys have a good dentist you can recommend for a cleaning. I forgot to schedule one, and after they finished mangling me in the States, they said I needed a follow-up cleaning. If you got a good dentist let me know, otherwise I guess it's just go over to a hospital and get it done.Soi 55, just before Tops market.
Email: dentist@asavanant.com.
Website: www.asavanant.com.
Have used them for all my dental work for a number of years. Top notch, modern office.
Miss MaryHinge
12-07-23, 14:07
I'll be in BKK at the start and end of my spring trip and I was wondering what people's experiences are of bespoke or made-to-measure suits in BKK.
I'll be in BKK at the start and end of my spring trip and I was wondering what people's experiences are of bespoke or made-to-measure suits in BKK.All of my clothes are made by Omar the tentmaker, what size are you?
Since High Season is just starting, you are going to have more problems getting a baht bus from View Talay 5. Bolt is going to charge you 200+ baht, with 30 minute wait times.Made two trips into Central Pattaya and back today. No problem using the Baht buss from View Talay 5 in Jomtien, coming or going.
One reason I am heading for Brazil next month.Giving what I am experiencing during high season using the Baht bus as transportation, seems like a made up reason to me. When I goto Brazil, I'll be going for big butts, curvy bodies, and GFE (or so I have heard).
Enjoy Brazil!l going to be a lotta happy boyfriends and husbands (Thai and otherwise) that no longer have to eat or fuck in your sloppy seconds.
Banana Boi
12-07-23, 21:48
I'll be in BKK at the start and end of my spring trip and I was wondering what people's experiences are of bespoke or made-to-measure suits in BKK.I had tailor made suits in 2015 on my first trip to Thailand. Got Armani and Boss cuts. Whatever..... I owned real Armani and Boss suits so know how they should fit (had to for work). My suits were so bad I left my supposed Boss and Armani tailor made suits for my housekeeper. The dress shirts I kept since they were ok. Total waste of 700 USD.
One of my 2 or 3 biggest mistakes I ever made in Thailand.
Mr Enternational
12-07-23, 22:54
I had tailor made suits in 2015 on my first trip to Thailand. Got Armani and Boss cuts. Whatever..... I owned real Armani and Boss suits so know how they should fit (had to for work). My suits were so bad I left my supposed Boss and Armani tailor made suits for my housekeeper. The dress shirts I kept since they were ok. Total waste of 700 USD.
One of my 2 or 3 biggest mistakes I ever made in Thailand.Learning curve. My first time I had some shirts and pants made. They were not ready until I was about to head to the airport. The shirts were so horrible that I left them at the reception at the Nana Hotel. I wore one pair of the pants on the trip back and they split in the middle on the plane. Then I started dealing with Ricky on Sukhumvit. He always got me great. I no longer go to Bangkok, but if I did and still needed things made, then I would still go there. Hi Five is my place in Pattaya. No matter who you go to, never pay the first price. Say I didn't plan on spending that damn much. These days I would say maybe 1500 baht for pants and 1200 baht for shirts The jacket is what costs, so you can expect to spend 3000 baht for that.
I have had zero problems with the fit or finish of my taylor made clothing here. I fact I introduced my fabric salesman to a shirt design he told me his Thai Taylor was going to keep as a pattern in the future in case someone else wanted the same design. It was the first time anyone had asked for that particular design. I get two or three fittings for each item I am having made for me. My fabric salesman allocates enough fabric and makes them big initially then has the Taylor alter them to bring the fit just right. My fabric salesman has a fine attention to detail and his Thai Taylor does excellent work. I'm sporting linen. Which is an excellent fabric great for the climate (even though you do not catch me walking around in the heat looking for discounts on anything). LOL!
Oh and I have an excellent Dentist also. But he is in Pattaya.
I have had zero problems with the fit or finish of my taylor made clothing here. I fact I introduced my fabric salesman to a shirt design he told me his Thai Taylor was going to keep as a pattern in the future in case someone else wanted the same design. It was the first time anyone had asked for that particular design. I get two or three fittings for each item I am having made for me. My fabric salesman allocates enough fabric and makes them big initially then has the Taylor alter them to bring the fit just right. My fabric salesman has a fine attention to detail and his Thai Taylor does excellent work. I'm sporting linen. Which is an excellent fabric great for the climate (even though you do not catch me walking around in the heat looking for discounts on anything). LOL!
Oh and I have an excellent Dentist also. But he is in Pattaya.On my last visit I spoke to a few tailors about moisture wicking clothes ie Nike dry fit or the material Reebok and Adidas sell. Nobody knew what I was talking about. I haven't worn linen for years but I'm guessing it wouldn't be as good in the heat as dry fit. I bring my moisture wicking stuff from home every trip. Does anybody know a tailor that works with moisture wicking, dry fit type of material?
Miss MaryHinge
12-08-23, 12:32
All of my clothes are made by Omar the tentmaker, what size are you?Tallish and slim. Jackets 48 (euro).
My Goog search threw up someone called Patrick & Co, and several others a site gave decent ratings to. But who knows. ?
Looking for something for a late summer wedding (not mine! So something light. Apparently the place above does bespoke from around 16 k baht. Substantially less than I'd pay in Italy.
I have had zero problems with the fit or finish of my tailor made clothing here. I get two or three fittings for each item I am having made for me. My fabric salesman allocates enough fabric and makes them big initially then has the tailor alter them to bring the fit just right. My fabric salesman has a fine attention to detail and his Thai Tailor does excellent work.
I will add all of this takes time. I had my work performed over a two month period. It takes time to return to the Fabric shop over and over again until the Tailor gets it right. Quality work requires time. Time is something many visitors cannot afford to allocate since their main pursuit is pussy. Just saying.
For the excessively pedantic: yes I spelled tailor wrong initially.
Explorer8939
12-08-23, 13:28
Made two trips into Central Pattaya and back today. No problem using the Baht buss from View Talay 5 in Jomtien, coming or going.
Giving what I am experiencing during high season using the Baht bus as transportation, seems like a made up reason to me. When I goto Brazil, I'll be going for big butts, curvy bodies, and GFE (or so I have heard).
Enjoy Brazil!l going to be a lotta happy boyfriends and husbands (Thai and otherwise) that no longer have to eat or fuck in your sloppy seconds.The baht buses are okay in the daytime, but traveling from Jomtien to Pattaya at night is no fun.
Second Road is a mess right now, jammed with traffic.
Miss MaryHinge
12-08-23, 13:37
I had tailor made suits in 2015 on my first trip to Thailand. Got Armani and Boss cuts. Whatever..... I owned real Armani and Boss suits so know how they should fit (had to for work). My suits were so bad I left my supposed Boss and Armani tailor made suits for my housekeeper. The dress shirts I kept since they were ok. Total waste of 700 USD.
One of my 2 or 3 biggest mistakes I ever made in Thailand.Care to share the name of your sartorial disaster?
To answer my precious rhetorical question.
Bangkok has lost so much the last 10 years it's Unbelievable.
Explorer8939
12-08-23, 15:05
One of the ladies in my rotation is a silicon enhanced junior MILF, but she a problem. Let me give you the symptoms:
Can't hold a job or a boyfriend.
Sleeps all day.
Always asking for money.
Has long stories for her problems.
Can't sit still.
Big clockwatcher.
To sum up, I think she is taking yabba, which is why she is broke all the time.
Mr Enternational
12-08-23, 17:13
Does anybody know a tailor that works with moisture wicking, dry fit type of material?No. They will tell you to just go to Mike's Shopping to buy that. They do not work with stretchy material.
I'll be in BKK at the start and end of my spring trip and I was wondering what people's experiences are of bespoke or made-to-measure suits in BKK.I have purchased multiple business suits and dress shirts from Rajawongse Tailor:
https://dress-for-success.com/
They are located on the south side of Sukhumvit Road, about 350 meters west of the NANA BTS station.
Rajawongse is run by a couple of guys named Jesse and Victor. They cater to men looking for traditional business attire. Diplomats, executives, politicians. Nothing flashy or showy. Just impeccable tailoring using quality materials.
It looks like your time in Bangkok might be limited. Be advised the process takes longer than you'd think. In my case, there was an initial visit. Then a couple of fittings several days apart. Then the final fitting. I don't know where you'll be staying between your visits to Bangkok. If it's Pattaya let me know and I can recommend a good tailor there.
Rajawongse accepted payment in USA Dollars via a personal check, and shipped the clothes to me via Fedex in my home country. Very convenient.
To answer my precious rhetorical question.
Bangkok has lost so much the last 10 years it's Unbelievable.That's true. It's constantly being " upgraded" to the detriment of its charm and uniqueness. For example, I used to always go to the Bang Rak food court to eat cheap food Crafted by owner operators for the benefit of the locals. Now they've changed it into a fancy food court to make it look like terminal 21, ie, a tourist hotspot. That includes corporate ownership of the food stalls. Convent Road has changed from a foodie's heaven to a fenced-in corner with 1/3 of the vendors that used to be there.
The government is always said they wanted to make Bangkok like Singapore and they're well on their way. I liked the old Bangkok better, and indeed, the old Asia so in January I'm off to Siem Reap again to experience the old ways. Hopefully, COVID won't close the border on me so I can roll to Bangkok once every 6 weeks or so to enjoy the flesh pots. Remember boys, in Cambodia, there is very little "yam yam". If you don't know what that is, better look it up before you ever go to Cambodia.
I tried this once before, moved into seam reap, bought a ticket 6 weeks out back into Bangkok, and the borders got closed due to COVID. Hopefully I'm luckier this time.
I had tailor made suits in 2015 on my first trip to Thailand. Got Armani and Boss cuts. Whatever..... I owned real Armani and Boss suits so know how they should fit (had to for work). My suits were so bad I left my supposed Boss and Armani tailor made suits for my housekeeper. The dress shirts I kept since they were ok. Total waste of 700 USD.
One of my 2 or 3 biggest mistakes I ever made in Thailand.In 1995 I had a suit made in Bangkok and it was decent. Cost me $150. I got a lot of compliments on it which is pretty cool because the person inside the suit is pretty ugly. That being said, that was the last suit I ever needed to have made as I haven't put on a tie now in 20 plus years. I always liked the dichotomy of pulling up in a Mercedes looking like something the cat dragged in. Sort of like the duality that Joker referred to.
I can't remember the name of the Tailor. I think it was the one near that ancient Chinese restaurant on the corner of Soi 9?
One of the ladies in my rotation is a silicon enhanced junior MILF, but she a problem. Let me give you the symptoms:
Can't hold a job or a boyfriend.
Sleeps all day.
Always asking for money.
Has long stories for her problems.
Can't sit still.
Big clockwatcher.
To sum up, I think she is taking yabba, which is why she is broke all the time.Sounds like my youngest sister. This will not end well.
The baht buses are okay in the daytime, but traveling from Jomtien to Pattaya at night is no fun.
Second Road is a mess right now, jammed with traffic.I live in Jomtien. I have had no problem traveling from Jomtien to Central Pattaya at night. In fact I did it last night in order to complete some personal errands. I returned to Jomtien on the Baht Bus without problem.
Hey Explorer, where do you actually live in Thailand that allows you to know so much about current conditions on the Baht Bus lines in running to and from Jomtien? I know you do not live in Jomtien. Unless it is a Jomtien in an alternate universe. Some guys do not even know you have to get on the Baht Bus on Second Road in order to take you there if you are in Pattaya proper.
Explorer8939
12-09-23, 06:06
Enjoy Brazil!l going to be a lotta happy boyfriends and husbands (Thai and otherwise) that no longer have to eat or fuck in your sloppy seconds.Except for the boyfriend of the Thai lady I am going to Brazil with next month. And her second boyfriend.
No idea if they will be happy or not when she's gone.
The shops are the front men who have and sell the material. The actual tailoring (my experience) is done off-site.
I haven't needed to have anything made for a LONG time, but I used George's (his old shop, since moved).
www.Georgetailor.com
I had several suits made, but truthfully, never had to wear (I WASN'T management and once I had a job, never needed to do another interview). HOWEVER, he did make me any number of shirts. Quite a number were copied from a shirt I had bought in Italy, with some quite unique pockets. Very useful for work and travel (back when photos were shot on film and you needed ready access to any number of rolls). Copied in both lightweight cotton and heavyweight material, George had a wide selection. I wore those shirts 5 days a week for years, washed every Saturday, line dried. NEVER had a seam come apart, all double stitched, and the pockets, on occasion, were packed. Yes, a FEW buttons eventually came loose, but always caught before lost.
I was always happy, and once when I wasn't, the shirt was redone. 20 years later, I still use on a few (OK, the dress shirts I don't need, and for some reason, they didn't seem to fit after a number of years. NOT the shirts fault). A buddy complained that his prices weren't the cheapest, and so went across the street to one of those "5 shirts, 3 pairs of pants, cheap price place". He confessed that the first time he wore the pants, the seat split, and the shirts were falling apart after one wash. Besides the material, you have to use GOOD thread, with quality stitching from quality tailors, those that actually do the cutting and sewing. George uses quality tailors.
Hi guys,
I'm very interested in visiting Thailand and possibly living here due to the extreme cheap cost of living and great quality of life.Lots of different places to live in Thailand. You chose the amount you want to pay for the lifestyle you want. All costs are relative.
The long time expats like myself who have lived in Pattaya for a long time, stay in areas, such as Jomtien, Pratamnak, or on the dark side. It's away from all the chaos and when you want to go to the bars, it's only a 10 minute bolt away. Pratamanak for example is very quiet.Chances are you are going to pay much to rent or buy in Pratamanak then Central Pattaya. You are going to pay much less in North Pattaya than you will in Central Pattaya.
However, one big issue for me is that the women aren't thick. I'm going to be completely honest: I'm a guy that loves women with thick backsides and curves (such as Latinas). Is it possible at all for me to find that in Thailand? I would really like to visit here but I wish the women were thick. Please lmk if there are any and how I can go about finding them.Everything has trade offs. If you life is ruled by your dick then you do not even need to ask that question. You know where you need to be: Caribbean, South America or on the African Continent. I you are coming here for the thin waist, curvy hips, big ass look the ONLY place you are going to find it on Thai girls is in the gym. The girls working out in my gym have the best bodies I have seen in Pattaya since I got here. Full Stop!
I have seen then else where, few and far between. Now don't get it twisted, Thai girls can have ass. They can have curves they are just not going to that dramatic look that you and I go for. If you are looking all the factors over all, personally I think Thailand stacks up pretty well against other places. I have outlined my observations below:
But one aspect is safety concerns. In Thailand you are pretty damn safe, period. But in South America you have to keep your head on a swivel.Agreed! I spent a few years the Dominican Republic (the bulk of my posts were about there until I became a "new poster" in the Pattaya Reports thread and a visitor to Thailand.
Couple of nights ago I was hungry. So I walked to 7-11 at 2 AM to buy one of those pre-prepared meals that you just heat up in the microwave. I would not be able to do that anywhere where I lived in the Dominican Republic nor would they have had a colmado open at 2 AM in the morning with the same options. Now, if I wanted to hop in a vehicle there were plenty of restaurants open 20-hours a day that I could have driven to. But that is point to point. Many robberies occur with two individuals on a moto. One time, a pair on a moto parked passed me and pulled in front of me. Second individual pointed a gun at me. I hit my bright lights and sped up. Driver decided to get out of my way. Just another evening in the Dominican Republic. Keep your head on a swivel and your wits about you. I was never robed over the years I lived there at a point of a gun. Many workmen robbed me of the years through shoddy workmanship.
I prefer the culture in Thailand and Cambodia to the culture in South American countries..
That's primarily because I'm from the US, and have grown up and have been constantly exposed to Spanish culture forever. It's not interesting to me, nor particularly unique. And I speak New York Spanglish too.Here is prime example of how different each individual is from each tribe. I too grew up in the (Dis) United States of America less than hour from the USA / Mexico border. Been doing currency conversions in my head since I was a teenager. I like Mexican girls.
For someone to say, "I have had exposure to Spanish Culture" is idiotic. Spanish is a language. Latin America Culture is reality. In fact, I can tell you for a fact that the individual with a background in Latin Culture that Nyezhov was exposed to on the east coast of the (Dis) United States of America are completely different than the individuals with Latin American culture I found myself associated with in the west coast of the (Dis) United States of America.
With so many cultures in Latin American to paint them all with a broad brush as some like to do just show how small minded some people all. Each country in Latin America has it's own unique culture, ways of doing things and cuisine. The exact same way as the countries of Asia. It is ok to have a preferences..
I don't like the culture in the (Dis) United State of America. I prefer both Latin American Culture and Asian Culture. But I am also smart enough to understand that each country and both Latin American and Asia is very different. I am certain as I move around to different countries in Asia I will find ones that I like and other ones that I don't like.
Bringing this back to Thailand. I have spoken to people who have told the following cities are the best places in Thailand: Bangkok, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hua Hin. As individuals, we all have our preferences. The different between me and many other posters ISG is do not feel the need to talk down about the preferences and choices of others. There is no best place in the world. Only ones that have greater pluses or minuses for each of us.
I find the girls of the Dominican Republic to be sexier (in general) to the ones found in Colombia or Thailand. But the girls of Thailand make up for their lack of ass (in general) and curvy bodies with a "drop their panties for you when you want" attitude and the quality of care they give you as a human being. Now, for the record, the girls of the Dominican Republic will also drop their panties whenever you desire, but these days days they do not take care of you like they used to do. Too much influence from the (Dis) United States of America.
Yes, now I am talking like everyone else that the old days were better. They were better in the Dominican Republic. But right now, this very minute there is a guy arriving in the Dominican Republic for the first time and they love it. There are also veterans arriving who have been going there for 20 years and have told me: "There is no place like it".
Now, I am that guy just arriving in Thailand and saying "What the Fuck?" this place is great. Think I can hang out here for a while. So, when someone tells me it used to be so much better back in the day, I just smile. Because it is pretty good for me right here and right now. So far, as I look at all the pluses and minuses of living in Thailand I see a lot more upside than downside. There is still so much room for growth that a lot of upside is possible.
What I like most about Pattaya (I have not been another place in Thailand) is that you are in complete control of how much money you spend or don't. I can live a life that is comfortable to me at a price point that does not require me to budget based on the money I have available to spend. I don't care if pussy cost 1000,1500, 2000 in the local currency, I can pay it. I don't worry about others are paying. I am happy I can find girls who I am attracted to at those prices, all while living a life where I can eat every meal out if I want, get a massage everyday, if I want, never have to drive a vehicle if I don't want and have a comfortable room with insanely low (at least for me) fixed costs. I can eat all I like, drink all I like, smoke all I like, fuck all I like. What exactly there is not to like? I have not been able to figure it out. I am sure I will at some point, I just have not yet.
Miss MaryHinge
12-09-23, 11:14
I remember walking past Raja many times when I stayed by the BTS.
I'll consider the timeline. Am there 3 full days on arrival then 3. 5 days on return. Not visiting Pattaya, though, thanks.
Thanks for links will look into them.
The actual tailoring (my experience) is done off-site.If you're feeling adventurous and / or want to go directly to the source, many of the shops that do the actual sewing are in the alleys west of the Ratchathewi station. Definitely a sich you'll want to bring some Thai language skills to.
Explorer8939
12-09-23, 16:32
I live in Jomtien. I have had no problem traveling from Jomtien to Central Pattaya at night. In fact I did it last night in order to complete some personal errands. I returned to Jomtien on the Baht Bus without problem.
Hey Explorer, where do you actually live in Thailand that allows you to know so much about current conditions on the Baht Bus lines in running to and from Jomtien? I know you do not live in Jomtien. Unless it is a Jomtien in an alternate universe. Some guys do not even know you have to get on the Baht Bus on Second Road in order to take you there if you are in Pattaya proper.I live on Thappraya Road, so I take the baht buses coming from Jomtien.
In LOS Angeles today, and heading for Tijuana tomorrow.
MohdirFan82
12-10-23, 06:43
Was in Bangkok few months ago and met this cutie on pina love. We met in mall and just dinner and off she went.
Doesn't speak any English so that was very annoying, next day I asked her to come to my hotel and she wouldn't I asked why?
She said she is virgin and never been with guy in hotel room.
She invited me to her house, I was just bored and went to her house hopeing to get lucky, she lived in tiny one bedroom apartment with 8 of her siblings.
Her mom thought I am her boyfriend and I am going to marry her.
I felt really bad, and went back to my hotel, but I keep seeing her on pina love very cute pictures and very semi sexy pictures on line.
Anyhow I made her clear I am not looking to marry however don't mine been a boyfriend.
Truth starting to come out, she needs 75000 THB etc.
Anyone experienced something like this?
BigJon8765
12-11-23, 01:02
Hello Gents.
New to the international guide but active state side in the pacific northwest. I'll be visiting Pattaya for a week or so in June 2024.
No issues working out the night scene from doing a bit of digging but I am trying to get a so better info on golfing out there such as courses to play, how is golfing in the rainy season?, logistics from the beach to the courses, etiquette, any hidden costs, etc.
Any info would be appreciated and I thank you for your time.
I live on Thappraya Road, so I take the baht buses coming from Jomtien.So are you reporting on the trouble you are having with the Baht Bus getting on them on Thappraya Road?
Because I catch the Baht buses coming from Jomtien and have absolutely no problems (in the day or at night) and I am in Pattaya right now during high season. Although I do appreciate your candor that you are not speaking from current knowledge but from past experiences. I am speaking about the current situation.
Enjoy your trip to Brazil!
Truth starting to come out, she needs 75000 THB etc.And people in hell need ice water.
I file this under it never hurts to ask. Up to you, but pretty much it won't be JUST 75000 THB. If you want to donate to that charity, go for it. But don't think you'll be the only boyfriend.
And yes, I'm a bit cynical, some people are born in not so fortunate circumstances. That's unfortunate, but I'm not God, so I can't help. If you can and want to, good for you, but seriously ask yourself do you want to start down this road, because more often than not, it doesn't end up being paved.
And yes, Myanmar is hell right now, and I do feel sorry for the people; I have good friends there. And if you can help, and want to make a charitable donation, go for it. But are you being honest with yourself about what you want? Don't promise what you can't deliver because you can really screw up someone's life. In a conservative society, damaged goods don't end up well.
Banana Boi
12-11-23, 06:16
Was in Bangkok few months ago and met this cutie on pina love. We met in mall and just dinner and off she went. Doesn't speak any English so that was very annoying, next day I asked her to come to my hotel and she wouldn't I asked why? She said she is virgin and never been with guy in hotel room. She invited me to her house, I was just bored and went to her house hopeing to get lucky, she lived in tiny one bedroom apartment with 8 of her siblings. Her mom thought I am her boyfriend and I am going to marry her. I felt really bad, and went back to my hotel, but I keep seeing her on pina love very cute pictures and very semi sexy pictures on line. Anyhow I made her clear I am not looking to marry however don't mine been a boyfriend. Truth starting to come out, she needs 75000 THB etc. Anyone experienced something like this?She read you as a sucker the second you didn't question her as a Virgin. Didn't even play the long game for the 75,000 just came right out and asked you. Didn't even show up for sex and make an excuse why she couldn't have sex. Mom is mastermind behind the scam.
So many girls. Avoid unless it feels right.
Golf scene questions
Many bars have weekly golf trips for their customers. In Pattaya a few of the bars are in the LK Metro area and Soi Lengkee. Just Google. Not sure why you'd like to golf in Pattaya if you're from say Washington State. For me too hot to stand 5 hours in the sun with no shade. Went to a driving range on 3rd Road once. That was the end of my golf career in Thailand. Same for tennis. Too hot for me to play in the sun and heat.
BigJon8765
12-11-23, 07:17
Many bars have weekly golf trips for their customers. In Pattaya a few of the bars are in the LK Metro area and Soi Lengkee. Just Google. Not sure why you'd like to golf in Pattaya if you're from say Washington State. For me too hot to stand 5 hours in the sun with no shade. Went to a driving range on 3rd Road once. That was the end of my golf career in Thailand. Same for tennis. Too hot for me to play in the sun and heat.Thank you for your response. I hear ya about the heat. I play in South Carolina and Hawaii in the summer time so it's not too big of a deal if it's hot and muggy. As far as wanting to golf in pattaya goes I'm going to be in Phuket for a few days for a sporting event and will be swinging through pattaya on the way home. I'm not much of a beach guy and I figured this would be a good way to pass a few daylight hours.
Many bars have weekly golf trips for their customers. In Pattaya a few of the bars are in the LK Metro area and Soi Lengkee. Just Google. Not sure why you'd like to golf in Pattaya if you're from say Washington State. For me too hot to stand 5 hours in the sun with no shade. Went to a driving range on 3rd Road once. That was the end of my golf career in Thailand. Same for tennis. Too hot for me to play in the sun and heat.Thank you my ISG Brother for that information. One of my favorite places for breakfast has a program for golfers plus storage of your clubs: I-rover. LK Metro. Also, there are many bars along Soi Buakhao that I see are also advertising similar programs.
Mr Enternational
12-11-23, 12:31
Anyhow I made her clear I am not looking to marry however don't mine been a boyfriend. Truth starting to come out, she needs 75000 THB etc. Anyone experienced something like this?Yes. I always give them the money then I feel really good inside to help out.
Mr Enternational
12-11-23, 12:49
I am trying to get a so better info on golfing out there such as courses to play, how is golfing in the rainy season?, logistics from the beach to the courses, etiquette, any hidden costs, etc.You are in luck. Just so happens that I am fucking this fugly (according to CC, RP, Mr. Simp, or whatever name he is changing to today) bargirl from Chiang Mai who comes over all night for 1200 baht. She is staying at this popular place for golfers and sent me a picture of their card.
Mr Enternational
12-11-23, 12:55
Mom is mastermind behind the scam.So you think 8 siblings living in a one BR apartment is some type of scam and she does not actually need the money?
Banana Boi
12-11-23, 15:40
I am fucking this fugly (according to CC, RP, Mr. Simp, or whatever name he is changing to today) bargirl from Chiang Mai who comes over all night for 1200 baht. Looks good to me.
Explorer8939
12-11-23, 15:47
So are you reporting on the trouble you are having with the Baht Bus getting on them on Thappraya Road?
Because I catch the Baht buses coming from Jomtien and have absolutely no problems (in the day or at night) and I am in Pattaya right now during high season. Although I do appreciate your candor that you are not speaking from current knowledge but from past experiences. I am speaking about the current situation.
Enjoy your trip to Brazil!Just a quick trip to the US and Mexico, I will be back to reporting on the Baht buses next week.
Explorer8939
12-11-23, 16:55
A silicon enhanced MILF is making noises about retiring the bar business to settle down with me. Not overt yet, but she is working up to it. Posting photos of my place on FB and saying she is tired.
I wonder what her English husband and 2 Thai boyfriends think about it.
BigJon8765
12-11-23, 23:58
Thank you my ISG Brother for that information. One of my favorite places for breakfast has a program for golfers plus storage of your clubs: I-rover. LK Metro. Also, there are many bars along Soi Buakhao that I see are also advertising similar programs.Appreciate the info skip. I will fire up the google machine.
BigJon8765
12-12-23, 00:13
You are in luck. Just so happens that I am fucking this fugly (according to CC, RP, Mr. Simp, or whatever name he is changing to today) bargirl from Chiang Mai who comes over all night for 1200 baht. She is staying at this popular place for golfers and sent me a picture of their card.Hey thanks for the tip. I'll do some investigating.
Explorer8939
12-12-23, 07:48
A bargirl I know wants to go on a holiday to Nakhon Pathom. I have no idea how to get there, where to stay, or what to do, but I will figure it out.
The bigger question is who will take care of her kids, I guess her Thai husband is the stuckee.
I am trying to get a so better info on golfing out there.https://www.whitehousecondotel.com/golf
A bargirl I know wants to go on a holiday to Nakhon Pathom. I have no idea how to get there, where to stay, or what to do, but I will figure it out.
The bigger question is who will take care of her kids, I guess her Thai husband is the stuckee.She may be wants to go to Phra Pathom Chedi. The train station is right there comment it takes an hour or so from Bangkok. I think it cost a dollar for the cheap train. If it was me, I'd stay in Bangkok.
Explorer8939
12-17-23, 17:27
She may be wants to go to Phra Pathom Chedi. The train station is right there comment it takes an hour or so from Bangkok. I think it cost a dollar for the cheap train. If it was me, I'd stay in Bangkok.You are probably correct.
This bargirl wants 2 nights in Nakhon Pathom. Maybe she has an ulterior motive.
Newton York
12-18-23, 01:16
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I11Z9udn38Y
Do you really need 200 k a year to retire in Thailand? In that case, I'm shit out of luck. But look at this douchebag. If you can't trust CNBC to report on things like this, then who can you trust? [Deleted by Admin]. I wonder how much he has to pay her or is she really dumb enough to fuck him just because? He's walking around Phrom Phong by the way, my favorite haunt. But this is it though. Imagine being able to live that perfect life from your 40's on. I'm decades older, and I'll be lucky if I have a few years left, much less decades. Maybe if I cash out, and do a Leaving Las Vegas, I can live like this too. But I'm telling you guys, Thailand is heaven on earth, any of you guys complaining about it, obviously you're doing it wrong.
You are probably correct.
This bargirl wants 2 nights in Nakhon Pathom. Maybe she has an ulterior motive.Xen Hotel. I stayed there once a few years ago and it was cool.
Explorer8939
12-22-23, 03:52
Xen Hotel. I stayed there once a few years ago and it was cool.Thanks, I will try it.
Explorer8939
12-22-23, 03:54
Question for the Pattaya oldtimers:
When did Soi 6 emerge in its current form? I don't remember it 20 years ago, when I would hang out on Soi 7.
Question for the Pattaya oldtimers:
When did Soi 6 emerge in its current form? I don't remember it 20 years ago, when I would hang out on Soi 7.Speaking for myself, I can barely remember what I did Wednesday night.
Mr Enternational
12-22-23, 16:25
Question for the Pattaya oldtimers:
When did Soi 6 emerge in its current form? I don't remember it 20 years ago, when I would hang out on Soi 7.I am with Nz. I can not remember yesterday. I had always been a disco guy though. When visiting Pattaya we would go to Lucifer and Mixx at night and take chicks back to the Sunshine or Eastiny Hotels on Soi 8 and they would stay with us until late afternoon the next day. 1000 baht. Rinse and repeat. My first time going to Soi 6 was when board member PanaNYC (rest in peace) told me to meet him down at Red Point on Soi 6. Before that I did not even know it existed. That was only about 15 year ago though.
ThaiGoodTimes
12-23-23, 03:14
I am with Nz. I can not remember yesterday. I had always been a disco guy though. When visiting Pattaya we would go to Lucifer and Mixx at night and take chicks back to the Sunshine or Eastiny Hotels on Soi 8 and they would stay with us until late afternoon the next day. 1000 baht. Rinse and repeat. My first time going to Soi 6 was when board member PanaNYC (rest in peace) told me to meet him down at Red Point on Soi 6. Before that I did not even know it existed. That was only about 15 year ago though.Mr E puts it not there at 15 years ago.
I can put it as there and going strong (pre NightWish format) in April 2016, so 7 years ago.
Anyone can date its emergence better between 7 and 15 years?
My first memories were when I spent a wet and somewhat hilarious Songkran week there.
Those were the days when guys would buy a water tanker load and drive down the soi in the afternoon blasting the contents halfway into the bars.
The bar owners / managers accepted it, the girls loved it, but many a sad punter hated it.
As to me for the first few days I laughed at it, after that I changed plan, and stayed away until dry time around 6 pm each night.
Question for the Pattaya oldtimers:
When did Soi 6 emerge in its current form? I don't remember it 20 years ago, when I would hang out on Soi 7.I haven't been back to Pattaya for many years. But back in the early 2000's I was a regular visitor from my home in Bangkok. So over 20 years ago now. Back then Soi 6 was a well known Soi where action could be had in the many bars that lined the Soi. It was all very relaxed, fun with no pressure. The main difference then was that the bars were all with closed fronts, not open to the street like now, so all the fun and action took place behind closed doors so to speak. It sounds like the bars back then were more like the Gentleman's Clubs of today. You could have a drink at the bar, enjoy the company of the girls inside, or go upstairs to the short time rooms. All the bars then had short time rooms available upstairs. I can't remember prices, it was too long ago, but it was certainly a cheap option for some afternoon / evening entertainment. I have no idea when all the bars became open to the street and started focusing on selling drinks but it was certainly after the early 2000's.
Miss MaryHinge
12-30-23, 18:55
Bangkok Pat put a nice video up 6 days ago https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wb8ZJcX_IP0.
Lots of history on the various sois, old photos and videos and the changes to present day.
Interviews a guy who wrote a novel based around Thermae, and charts its origins too.
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