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I have 2 clients coming over for a week to Bangkok and they want Middle Eastern and Indian girls. Any suggestions?

Thanks guys.

Happy 2016 and safe mongering.

[QUOTE=MickyMouse;1820937]I have 2 clients coming over for a week to Bangkok and they want Middle Eastern and Indian girls. Any suggestions?[/QUOTE]Middle Eastern (or maybe Central Asian ex-Soviet pretending to be Middle Eastern) hookers hang out near Grace Hotel and Soi 4, the Arab soi, including the clubs in the area.

Indian is going to be difficult, you simply won't reliably find Indian hookers in Bangkok on any given night. On a few occasions, I saw Indian streetwalkers in Yaowarat area (near Wong Wian 22 and surrounding streets), including a very pretty 22 year old for just 500 baht. However, apart from being hit-and-miss (for Indians) the experience is very low-end.

If you're entertaining clients, do some recon first. There's no sure-shot venue with a reliable selection of specific women of the rather uncommon profile you're seeking. If I had to do this, I'd make contacts, do some testing, and call up on them as needed, sticking to the nicer venues for drinking.

[QUOTE=Syzygies;1820612]
So I don't find the modern prices too surprising.
[/QUOTE]You're right, prices have not risen by all that much (pretty much in line with Thai inflation). The problem is that we get way worse service than before, and good experiences are few and far between.

I'd be fine with paying 2 k for the service and experience I used to get 10 years ago for 1 k (with roughly the same reliability / flake rate). But that's just not going to happen. Unfortunately, although I could easily pay way more, meh-looking Thai hookers providing perfunctory service (which seems to be the norm these days) is hardly worth much more than 700 baht to me (in a sense that 700 baht worth of eating out would provide a way more pleasurable experience).

My scene were mostly freelancers (mostly from Sukhumwit ain Bangkok, many from Pattaya). About a decade ago, they used to be 20% great, 60% good and 15% underwhelming and 5% bad / unpleasant. Now it's more like 5% great, 30% good, 50% underwhelming and 15% outright bad.

It used to be easy to get decent-looking, fresh woman, to come back to a hotel or apartment 20 min away by taxi for a relaxed 1-2 h session with 2 shots. They mostly appeared to be happy to be with the customer and to enjoy a bit of sex (some of it surely an act, but still, agreeable enough). Now, the norm is that they press for a local short-time hotel, cut the pleasantries and do the job as quickly as they can.

In addition, Thai inflation and wages have gone way faster than Western wages. 1 k baht ($30) was negligible for a western expat or visitor 10-20 years ago, but 2-3 k ($60-$90), while not outrageous, is real money, especially for something of increasingly dubious and uncertain value like short time encoutners these days.

As for long time, in the old days, it used to cost 1. 5 x to 2 x as much as a short time, and women used to prefer it, especially later in the evening. These days, Thai hookers tend to have several ST clients per night, so most cannot be bothered with LT at all. Even when some could be convinced by paying way over the odds, a proper LT requires more chemistry than a ST, which is increasingly lacking, and I don't care to sleep next to someone who'd rather be elsewhere.

I will be soon traveling to Bangkok and would like to know if there is any limit of cash in dollars we can carry at immigration?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=AkashMal;1821152]I will be soon traveling to Bangkok and would like to know if there is any limit of cash in dollars we can carry at immigration?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I do not think any country really has a limit. You just have to declare if you are carrying over a certain amount.

[QUOTE=Crocodilexp;1821102]In addition, Thai inflation and wages have gone way faster than Western wages. 1 k baht ($30) was negligible for a western expat or visitor 10-20 years ago, but 2-3 k ($60-$90), while not outrageous, is real money, especially for something of increasingly dubious and uncertain value like short time encoutners these days.

As for long time, in the old days, it used to cost 1. 5 x to 2 x as much as a short time, and women used to prefer it, especially later in the evening. These days, Thai hookers tend to have several ST clients per night, so most cannot be bothered with LT at all. Even when some could be convinced by paying way over the odds, a proper LT requires more chemistry than a ST, which is increasingly lacking, and I don't care to sleep next to someone who'd rather be elsewhere.[/QUOTE]Very well put, sir!

OK, I am finally fulfilling a dream of mine to come to Bangkok for the first time from the USA And have questions about the travel. Especially since this is my first time traveling internationally. Hopefully someone can give me a few tips. I will be coming in March 7-12. My flight goes from New York to Taipei and then to Bangkok. My main question is what do I do once we land in Taipei and I get off the plane. Do I have to go through customs / immigration while I do my 3 HR layover? Or is that only for when I am at my final stop in Bangkok? What about prescribed medications? Is there special paperwork I need or will the information on the bottles be enough? I have already read a lot of the forums concerning prepaid phones and taxis. However, I couldn't find anything talking about the other questions I had. Possibly the answers are already in other forums here and I am not using the correct keywords to search by.

Thanks for any help / tips!

Since I'll be a newbie coming into Bangkok in March, question about about different bars. I don't drink alcohol. I have tried on different occasions from beer to champagne but never acquired the taste of it. Do these bars offer non-alcoholic drinks or will I just have to buy one or two that I nurse until I spot someone I might want to take back to my room for a bit?

[QUOTE=AkashMal;1821152]I will be soon traveling to Bangkok and would like to know if there is any limit of cash in dollars we can carry at immigration?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]Hello,

Thailand has a limit of US $20,000 which has to be declared at customs.

TheTank

[QUOTE=AkashMal;1821152]I will be soon traveling to Bangkok and would like to know if there is any limit of cash in dollars we can carry at immigration?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]I researched this question carefully before going to Thailand. The bottom line is that you don't have to worry about how much cash (foreign or baht) you're taking in, although you will need to declare any amount equivalent to $20,000 American dollars or above. The real question relates to how much money you can take out. You can take out as much foreign currency as you would like, but there are limits on how much baht may be taken out of the country. If you're going to a bordering country (plus Vietnam), then you can take out 500,000 baht. Any place else, including the USA, and you are limited to 50,000 baht. Here are the complete rules taken from the Bank of Thailand's website:

Exchange Control Regulations in Thainland.

A Guide for the General Public.

I. Exchange Control Regulations.

A. Rules and Regulations.

The legal basis for exchange control in Thailand is derived from the Exchange Control Act (B. E. 2485) and Ministerial Regulation No. 13 (B. E. 2497) issued under the Exchange Control Act. These laws set out the principles of controls under which Notifications of the Ministry of Finance and Notices of the Competent Officer are issued.

B. Administration.

The Bank of Thailand has been entrusted by the Ministry of Finance with the responsibility of administering foreign exchange. The governor of the Bank of Thailand shall appoint the officials of the Bank of Thailand as the Competent Officers under the Exchange Control Act (B. E. 2485).

All foreign exchange transactions are to be conducted through commercial banks and through authorized non-banks, namely authorized money changers, authorized money transfer agents, and authorized companies, that are granted foreign exchange licenses by the Minister of Finance. Any transactions not conducted through the above-mentioned licensees require approval from the Competent Officer on a case by case basis.

C. Currency Regulations.

1. Foreign Currency.

Foreign currencies can be transferred or brought into Thailand without limit. Any person receiving foreign currencies from abroad is required to repatriate such funds immediately and sell to an authorized bank or deposit them in a foreign currency account with an authorized bank within 360 days of receipt, except for foreigners temporarily staying in Thailand for not more than three months, foreign embassies, international organizations including their staff with diplomatic privileges and immunities, and Thai emigrants who are permanent residents abroad or working abroad.

Purchase of foreign currency from authorized banks is generally allowed upon submission of documents indicating international trade and investment. Companies in Thailand can engage in derivatives transactions with authorized banks to hedge against foreign exchange risk provided that supporting documents indicating future foreign currency receipts or obligations are submitted.

Any person bringing into or taking out of Thailand foreign currency bank notes in an aggregate amount exceeding USD 20,000 or its equivalent must declare to a customs officer.

2. Local Currency.

There is no restriction on the amount of Thai baht bank notes that may be brought into the country. A person traveling to Thailand's bordering countries including Vietnam is allowed to take out up to THB 500,000 and to other countries up to THB 50,000, respectively, without authorization.

II. Bank deposits.

A. Foreign Currency Account of Thai Residents.

Thai residents are allowed to maintain foreign currency accounts with authorized banks, and deposit or withdraw funds from such accounts under the following conditions:

1. Deposit.

(1) Foreign currencies originating from abroad (foreign-source) can be deposited into foreign currency accounts without limit.

(2) Foreign currencies purchased or borrowed from authorized banks (domestic-source) can be deposited into 2 types of foreign currency accounts:

(I) Foreign currency accounts with future obligations: deposits can be made in an amount not exceeding future obligations to pay in foreign currencies to entities abroad. The total outstanding balance shall not exceed USD 1 million for a natural person and USD 100 million for a juristic person. For amount exceeding such limits, authorized banks may accept such a deposit up to the obligations to pay in foreign currencies abroad within 12 months. Such obligations include loan repayment to authorized banks.

(II) Foreign currency accounts without future obligations: the total outstanding balance shall not exceed USD 500,000 for both a natural person and a juristic person.

(3) Deposit of foreign currency notes and coins must not exceed USD 10,000 per person per day.

2. Withdrawal.

(1) For payment to entities abroad of the account holder's own obligations or its subsidiaries' obligations.

(2) For payment to authorized banks of the account holder's own foreign currency liabilities or its subsidiaries' foreign currency liabilities.

(3) For deposit into another foreign currency account of the same account holder.

(4) For conversion into another foreign currency, prior to depositing into another foreign currency account of the same account holder, or for payment to an entity abroad, or for payment of liabilities to an authorized bank.

(5) For conversion into baht.

Thai companies having export proceeds in foreign currency from overseas are allowed to transfer funds from their foreign-source foreign currency accounts to deposit into foreign currency accounts of their counter parties in Thailand for payment of goods or services.

Be. Foreign Currency Account of Nonresidents.

Nonresidents may maintain foreign currency accounts with authorized banks in Thailand without limit. The accounts can be freely credited with funds originating from abroad. Payments from Thai residents or borrowing from authorized banks can be deposited subject to supporting evidences. Balances on such accounts may be freely withdrawn.

See. Nonresident Baht Account.

Nonresidents may open Thai Baht accounts with authorized banks in Thailand as follows:

(1) Non-resident Baht Account for Securities (NRBS): The account may be debited or credited for the purpose of investment in securities and other financial instruments such as equity instruments, debt instruments, unit trusts, derivatives transactions traded on the Thailand Futures Exchange and the Agricultural Futures Exchange of Thailand.

(2) Non-resident Baht Account (NRBA): The account may be debited or credited for general purposes (I. E. Other than investment in securities) such as trade, services, foreign direct investment, investment in immovable assets, and loans.

The total daily outstanding balances for each type of account shall not exceed THB 300 million per nonresident. Transfers between different types of accounts are not allowed.

III. Trade and Services.

A. Exports.

Export proceeds in an amount equivalent to USD 50,000 or above shall be repatriated immediately after payment is received and within 360 days from the export date. The proceeds must be sold to or deposited in a foreign currency account with an authorized bank in Thailand within 360 days of receipt.

B. Imports.

Importers may purchase or withdraw foreign currencies from their own foreign currency accounts for import payments upon submission of supporting documents. Letters of credits may also be opened without authorization.

C. Services.

All proceeds from services in an amount equivalent to USD 50,000 or above shall be repatriated immediately after payment is received and within 360 days from the transaction date. The proceeds must be sold to or deposited in a foreign currency account with an authorized bank in Thailand within 360 days of receipt.

Outward remittances of amounts properly due to nonresidents are permitted for items of a non-capital nature such as service fees, interest, dividends, profits, or royalties provided that supporting documents are submitted to an authorized bank. Traveling expenses or educational expenses of residents are also freely permitted upon submission of supporting documents.

[QUOTE=MrEnternational;1821202]I do not think any country really has a limit. You just have to declare if you are carrying over a certain amount.[/QUOTE]And the amount is 10,000 US $.

[QUOTE=MickyMouse;1820937]I have 2 clients coming over for a week to Bangkok and they want Middle Eastern and Indian girls. Any suggestions?

Thanks guys.

Happy 2016 and safe mongering.[/QUOTE]Difficult to find those in high end clubs or massage joints, where I believe you have to bring your customers.

I doubt that you can pick up a hooker from the street for them.

[QUOTE=BionicMan;1821247]And the amount is 10,000 US $.[/QUOTE]The amount you need to declare depends on the country. For the US it's $10,000, but for Thailand I believe it's $20,000 based on what I found on the Bank of Thailand site (see my previous post in this thread). Unless they happened to change the rules. Doesn't impact me either way because I never travel with enough cash to cross either limit. I did make sure, though, that on the way out I had less than 50,000 baht on me. I would easily have that much cash when traveling and absolutely didn't want any problems or extra questions coming my way from Thai authorities as I departed for home, perhaps suspecting that I was moving ill-gotten gains or something. No drama Obama here! That's how I like it when it comes to customs and immigration matters. No drama!

[QUOTE=Syzygies;1820299]At one time in the past a soldier tried to stop me going from Arrivals level up to Departures. He claimed Farangs had been reported trying to con people at the airport in some way, or steal luggage or some other bullshit. Hard to believe and hard to see relevance on movement between levels. I had to meet someone on Departures so I merely found another way to get there (the lift). Yes I believe there are no restrictions from going from Departures level to Arrivals. Up to taxi whether he wants to deliver to Arrivals level directly or not.[/QUOTE]There is a guard at the ramp down to arrivals who stops taxis from going down to arrival. Probably some other way from hotel driveway or something.

[QUOTE=Wanderer9577;1821224]OK, I am finally fulfilling a dream of mine to come to Bangkok for the first time from the USA And have questions about the travel. Especially since this is my first time traveling internationally. Hopefully someone can give me a few tips. I will be coming in March 7-12. My flight goes from New York to Taipei and then to Bangkok. My main question is what do I do once we land in Taipei and I get off the plane. Do I have to go through customs / immigration while I do my 3 HR layover? Or is that only for when I am at my final stop in Bangkok? What about prescribed medications? Is there special paperwork I need or will the information on the bottles be enough? I have already read a lot of the forums concerning prepaid phones and taxis. However, I couldn't find anything talking about the other questions I had. Possibly the answers are already in other forums here and I am not using the correct keywords to search by.

Thanks for any help / tips![/QUOTE]1. You will be in transit in Taipei. So you won't be going out, but may change gates.

2. In BKK you will be clearing immigration and then collect your bags and go through customs.

3. Have your prescription with you for the medication. Customs may ask you if they want to check your bags. Normally you would go through the green channel if you have nothing to declare. But Customs have a right to check you.