Rants, Stupid Shit and Coronavirus in Thailand

[QUOTE=SinfullyKorean;2675127]FFS, stop with this bullshit of "the golden days" or "back in '00". Who the fuck cares what it used to be 100 years ago? Fucking annoying as hell! Covid is the best thing that happened to mongers in a long time. It has actually set the prices back. Thermae girls are reducing prices to 4 k for LT and 2 k ST. You're still complaining? GTFO. Sick of this shit.

With enough research, 2 pops during 90 minutes can be had for 1800B with some of the hottest ladies on fiwfans. 1200-1500B for some hot young MP AND soi 6 ladies in Pattaya, too.

Just please stop complaining about how good it used to be.[/QUOTE]If you'll notice I did at the end of one of my posts praise the online scene, which I do find good, but as Croc said in the preceding post, the entire scene is just not fun anymore. Best analogy I can come up with is going to Disneyland and only 10% of the rides are operating and all of those at one quarter of the speed they were be operating at. Another would be skiing on a mountain that used to have fluffy powdery snow and now only has one run open and it's icy with bare spots. So no, it's not just about the cost, it is somewhat about availability as there is only a fraction of what there was, but it is about how the scene has changed over the last 10 years and most of that is not related to covid but to the changing nature of punters in Thailand.

[QUOTE=Rodwint2;2675157]I was looking at the requirement for returning to the US from Thailand. The requirement is full vaccination and a covid test taken the day before the flight. My question is which covid test is being required .[/QUOTE]Full vaccination is only required for non US citizens. Antigen test is required.

This is your experience but there are many don't have the same experience as you and are free to think without the comparison.

[QUOTE=Crocodilexp;2675194].Hearing a ton of upbeat bullshit about the current scene sometimes makes me doubt my own sanity...[/QUOTE]I am saying the above based on your statement below.

[QUOTE=Crocodilexp;2675194]...When dealing with changes, it helps to see how others perceive them....[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Crocodilexp;2675194]I do. You don't. Don't tell me (and others) what to talk about.

When dealing with changes, it helps to see how others perceive them. Hearing a ton of upbeat bullshit about the current scene sometimes makes me doubt my own sanity.

In a different world, maybe this forum should be all about specific tips on girls and venues (go here, pay this much), but clearly that's not the case. People talk about various mongering-related topics, and comparing the current situation to previous times is a legit one. Deal with it. Use the ignore function if you must.



Prices are not the main issue. Problem is the reduced selection of working girls, which is outright depressing, often bordering on disgusting, as well as the complete lack of fun in the Bangkok scene. For a brief period in 2020, there actually was a mini-revival with a few interesting girls at low prices, but that's long gone now.

Of course, if you still love it, great for you, enjoy while you can.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Goatscrot;2675214]If you'll notice I did at the end of one of my posts praise the online scene, which I do find good, but as Croc said in the preceding post, the entire scene is just not fun anymore. Best analogy I can come up with is going to Disneyland and only 10% of the rides are operating and all of those at one quarter of the speed they were be operating at. Another would be skiing on a mountain that used to have fluffy powdery snow and now only has one run open and it's icy with bare spots. So no, it's not just about the cost, it is somewhat about availability as there is only a fraction of what there was, but it is about how the scene has changed over the last 10 years and most of that is not related to covid but to the changing nature of punters in Thailand.[/QUOTE]My apologies. I was drunk out of my mind when I wrote that post. I don't take back what I said, but I would normally exercise more restraint. I suppose that's what alcohol does.

I do find it annoying. But that's because I'm coming from the US where talents have dried up much more than here. I hope you understand that for most of us coming from abroad, this is still paradise. Where we're able to drop a nut for $36-$45 per pop easily. There are massage parlors nearby where I'm staying currently in Pattaya where their standard rate is 1200-1500 be for CFS. If you're comparing it to when you used to pay $21 back in 2000, then it seems in line with inflation, if not less.

I don't like stirring up drama and I'm sorry if I caused any butts to be hurt =).

I'll write a fiw (pun intended) FRs as recompense (in the Pattaya thread).

[QUOTE=Goatscrot;2675214]If you'll notice I did at the end of one of my posts praise the online scene, which I do find good, but as Croc said in the preceding post, the entire scene is just not fun anymore. Best analogy I can come up with is going to Disneyland and only 10% of the rides are operating and all of those at one quarter of the speed they were be operating at. Another would be skiing on a mountain that used to have fluffy powdery snow and now only has one run open and it's icy with bare spots. So no, it's not just about the cost, it is somewhat about availability as there is only a fraction of what there was, but it is about how the scene has changed over the last 10 years and most of that is not related to covid but to the changing nature of punters in Thailand.[/QUOTE]I don't think you need to soften or back down from what you wrote. I think if we can read their post they need to take the time to bare with others regardless of how old or young they are! I remember those days clearly as it happen yesterday but today is today one thing for sure everyone comes to a point in their life thinking about the old days no one is so above that it doesn't happen sadly some of us won't be around when they start doing it and someone tells them the same!

[QUOTE=Rodwint2;2675157]I was looking at the requirement for returning to the US from Thailand. The requirement is full vaccination and a covid test taken the day before the flight. My question is which covid test is being required and where can I get a test done the day before my flight? Also, how much will it cost to get the test done? Thanks for any info.[/QUOTE]Agree ATG is sufficient, but it must be properly documented. Pain in the ass.

If someone finds a specific place in lower Sukhumvit area, please post. I've found many online, but haven't dug far enough to find details such as specific location, price, and appointment details.

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2675023]Vietnam has fully reopened. No quarantine. No COVID test on arrival. No Thailand Pass headache. No pre-paying for airline tickets. No pre-paying for Test and Go hotel. No insurance requirement. No chance of getting locked up for 10 days and paying out of your own pocket because your insurance won't cover for asymptomatic people.. Back to pre-pandemic entry requirements. Simple 30 day eVisa online, book flight and go. Vietnam here I come![/QUOTE]That is for fully vaccinated (sic) mongers only.

I understand some are tired of hearing about the old days since those days are no longer relevant. It not that hard to scroll past those posts as we do for other topics that don't interest us. My first visit was in 1997 and it was literally heaven on earth. The sheer numbers of good looking girls begging for you to choose them is not something that can be imagined. It was unbelievable. And your age really didn't matter. As Goatscrot has pointed out old men and the hottest young girls was a common sight. I'm so happy to have been there in those times. Ok I'll stop now.

Compared to now any single day pre-COVID was the good old days!

[QUOTE=BananaBoi;2675701]Compared to now any single day pre-COVID was the good old days![/QUOTE]I don't know, I've actually had a pretty good time with online during covid. Great looking girls and excellent prices. I'd say it's the best time I've had in quite a few years. I'm not going to be thrilled to see the hordes return.

[QUOTE=Allover;2675526]I understand some are tired of hearing about the old days since those days are no longer relevant. It not that hard to scroll past those posts as we do for other topics that don't interest us.....[/QUOTE]I have never understood guys complaining about posts. Most of the time I am on ISG I'm scrolling and stop only to read something that has piqued my interest.

Can anyone who's recently arrived in Thailand give their experiences in the process? Specifically, the Test and Go scheme.

I was originally not going to Thailand because of all the required tests and all but wanted to hear first hand experiences first.

So my questions:

1. I see that there is a PCR-RT test given to you on first day of arrival. Where is that done? At the airport or at the hotel?

2. Which leads me to, can you take taxi to hotel in Pattaya and get tested there instead of Bangkok?

3. How long did it take you to get your first test result back?

4. I also see that there is a day 5 test required, but this one can be rapid antigen based and can be done by yourself. How was that process?

5. It appears that you have to spend one night in a specialized hotel after the day 5 test. Did you stay your entire time in Pattaya at the same hotel you took your test? It seems like a pain to me to have to book a separate hotel on day 5 only.

6. How strict are the police about wearing face masks?

Thanks!

[QUOTE=HorseTrader;2675381]Agree ATG is sufficient, but it must be properly documented. Pain in the ass.

If someone finds a specific place in lower Sukhumvit area, please post. I've found many online, but haven't dug far enough to find details such as specific location, price, and appointment details.[/QUOTE]Exactly my question. What is the ATG test? Is that a ATK test or PCR test? The CDC requirement is for an "antigen" test. So what that means is an issue.

Hey folks,

Considering a mongering + tourism trip next month but not able to decide between BKK Thailand or PP Cambodia or AC Philippines.

I have travelled a lot and mongered across the globe, so I am not a newbie. But I have not been to BKK or PP or AC.

I have RTFF on all these cities, but still need advice from someone who has been to all these cities and can provide a first hand insight.

Appreciate your help and as always I will contribute to the forum after I visit one of these destinations based on your suggestion.

Cheers!

[QUOTE=Monger234;2676035]Hey folks,

Considering a mongering + tourism trip next month but not able to decide between BKK Thailand or PP Cambodia or AC Philippines.

I have travelled a lot and mongered across the globe, so I am not a newbie. But I have not been to BKK or PP or AC.

I have RTFF on all these cities, but still need advice from someone who has been to all these cities and can provide a first hand insight.

Appreciate your help and as always I will contribute to the forum after I visit one of these destinations based on your suggestion.[/QUOTE]Depends how important the "tourism" part of your trip is and what you want to do in the non mongering time. Of the 3 BKK is the most interesting from a general tourism perspective and AC is the least. BKK has temples, culture, great dining, clubs etc. AC is a dilapidated third world shit hole with nothing to do outside fucking and drinking. Its ok for 3-4 days at most. PP is not quite as desolate as AC but not as good as BKK. For mongering if you want friendly English speaking girls with BBFS the norm, then its hard to beat AC, even with the higher prices and lower mileage in bars than the good old days. BKK has a large selection of pretty girls, but feels more commercial. Haven't played in PP so can't compare but seems again half way between AC and BKK.