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From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon To the delight of British tourists and expats, the UK pound touched 46 on the early morning of Thursday March 21. This translates to a tourist rate of slightly above 45 and a half baht in most Thai currency exchange shops. The pound’s improvement – it is now at its highest level against the baht for several years – is mostly attributed to the weakness of the Thai economy according to financial commentators. Kasikorn Research Center points to sluggish exports, public investment and domestic consumption. Revenue from international tourism still lags behind pre-covid levels. The public disagreement between the Thai premier and the Bank of Thailand about whether to reduce interest rates is a further worry to financial markets. The central bank authorities are concerned about the effects on inflation if interest rates are reduced to improve domestic consumption. The British economy, meanwhile, is viewed as broadly neutral present. The March 2024 budget contained no surprises, whilst the cut in national insurance contributions and the freezing of duty on alcohol and fuel had been anticipated by international markets. Kasikorn also points out that the Thai currency is falling against the US dollar as the Federal Reserve declines to reduce borrowing rates for the time being.

From Bloomberg News A son of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has secured a government-issued identification card and a Thai passport, and now intends to move back to the Southeast Asian country after living abroad for nearly three decades, according to the Bangkok Post. Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse used the new passport for his third visit to the country in seven months, the Post reported Thursday. Vacharaesorn told the newspaper in an interview that his trips were personal and that he had no particular agenda.

Good luck!

The division of labor can be a cruel master. 🤔

From Thai News Service Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Wednesday signed an order to transfer national police chief Pol. Gen. Torsak Sukvimol and his deputy Pol.Gen. Surachate Hakparn to inactive posts attached to the Prime Minister’s Office. The prime minister appointed deputy national police chief Pol. Gen Kitrat Phanphet to serve as the acting national police chief. The order came after Pol Gen Torsak and Pol Gen Surachate met the prime minister at Government House this morning. The prime minister said that the transfer order is temporary, effective for 60 days and not punitive. After the probes are finished and they are cleared of all allegations, they can return to their posts at the Royal Thai Police headquarters gracefully. After a meeting with the prime minister, Pol.Gen. Torsak and Pol.Gen. Surachate jointly held a press briefing to clarify speculation over internal conflicts within the National Police Office. Pol. Gen. Torsak expressed concern that his role as the police chief may have led to misunderstandings regarding online gambling cases involving Pol. Gen. Surachate and other police officers. He mentioned contacting Pol. Gen. Surachet by phone to arrange the morning meeting with the Prime Minister. Furthermore, he proposed all online gambling-related cases be handed over to the National Anti-Corruption Commission for fair judgment and to prevent misperception about conflicts. Pol. Gen. Torsak emphasized that his remaining term in office is 194 days, and he intends to fulfill his duties to the best of his abilities every day. He reiterated that Pol. Gen. Surachate can still be a candidate for a new police chief to be appointed by the end of this year.

From Thai PBS World / Korat Daily A billboard promoting a dating app, recently erected in Muang district of Nakhon Ratchasima, known locally as Korat, has drawn mixed reactions from Thai netizens. The three-line message on the billboard reads, “Delicious dishes of Korat; Fried Korat noodle, Korat Ladies”. The name “Tinder”, one of the world’s most popular online dating apps with 55 billion matches to date, was written at the end of the message. The presence of the billboard came to light after Korat Daily Facebook posted its photo. It is reported that some people who saw the billboard are not happy, claiming that the advertisement looks down on Korat women. Nonetheless, many of those who comment on the Korat Daily Facebook page expressed their interest in trying the dating app to find love. In responding to negative comments, some wrote advising people to “please relax and enjoy your life; it is an ad from Tinder, which is a dating app.” Some persons suggested that the billboard should be taken down, asking which authorities granted permission for its erection.

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Not out of the question that the two parties have reached an agreement of sorts where the outsider pays a "franchise" type fee to operate within certain geographic limits. The newcomer takes the risks and the locals share in the profits.

Both of the shops mentioned in the OP appear to be on the high end side, something akin to Prince and some of the shops in the Sukhumvit area. With the exception of Jey Spa, we've had few reports on these locations. After visiting their websites I wouldn't be surprised if both shared the same owner. Hopefully a member or two will visit these places and put an end to the suspense. 🙂

From Thai PBS World A Russian woman surrenders to police on Pha-ngan Island today, after a Thai woman, who is eight months pregnant, had reported that the Russian kicked and injured her. The Russian reportedly confessed to the assault. The Thai woman claimed that the Russian came to the shop she owns and refused to remove her shoes before entering, as requested. The Russian then allegedly yelled and used abusive language. When informed that she was not welcome and on being asked to leave, she allegedly kicked the pregnant owner and departed. The pregnant woman sought medical attention before filing a complaint. Several social media platforms reported the incident, with many commentators criticising the Russian. In the past few weeks, there have been a number of incidents reported involving foreign tourists assaulting Thais in various provinces, especially in Phuket.

I was sucking their cock at the time. Puts me in a wee bit better position to judge whether they had hard on or actually ejaculated than somebody sitting behind his pc on the other side of the Pacific, no? =============== From the National Library of Medicine / National Institutes of Health Abstract Background: The scientific literature on multiple orgasm in males is small. There is little consensus on a definition, and significant controversy about whether multiple orgasm is a unitary experience. Aims: This study has 2 goals: (i) describing the experience of male multiple orgasm; (ii) investigating whether there are different profiles of multiple orgasm in men. Methods: Data from a culturally diverse online convenience sample of 122 men reporting multiple orgasm were collected. Data reduction analyses were conducted using principal components analysis (PCA) on 13 variables of interest derived from theory and the existing literature. A K-means cluster analysis followed, from which a 4-cluster solution was retained. Results: While the range of reported orgasms varied from 2 to 30, the majority (79.5%, N = 97) of participants experienced between 2 and 4 orgasms separated by a specific time interval during which further stimulation was required to achieve another orgasm. Most participants reported maintaining their erections throughout and ejaculating with every orgasm. Age was not a significant correlate of the multiple orgasm experience which occurred more frequently in a dyadic context. Four different profiles of multiorgasmic men were described. Strengths & limitations: This study constitutes a rare attempt to collect systematic self-report data concerning the experience of multiple orgasm in a relatively large sample. Limitations include the lack of validated measures, memory bias associated with self-reported data and retrospective designs, the lack of a control group and of physiological measurement. Conclusion: Our study suggests that multiple orgasm in men is not a unitary phenomenon and sets the stage for future self-report and laboratory study. Griffin-Mathieu G, Berry M, Shtarkshall RA, Amsel R, Binik YM, Gérard M. Exploring Male Multiple Orgasm in a Large Online Sample: Refining Our Understanding. J Sex Med 2021;XX:XXX-XXX.

Pattaya seems to extract a strong pull on troubled individuals. 😟

Hey, speaking of bs, aren't you the horsey poo who was looking for a wedding planner a few days ago? But best wishes with that wedding. Looking forward to the invitation. 😃

It was not anal but oral. It was over a dozen years ago in bkk. The four orgasms occurred over the course of about 20 minutes. No more than five minutes between each, as I recall. Did not occur during a massage setting but in a cabin at Babylon. During a one hour session. The orgasms occurred over about a 10-minute period. Again, oral not anal. The ability to produce rapid, multiple orgasms is in IMO fairly rare. It's not something evenly distributed across the population. I find it one of the most erotic and exceptional of sexual experiences. I believe it's even less common than those who can produce copious amounts of sperm delivered in 10-12 strong pulses.

No knowledge or personal experience. TCS Spa located in Chinatown off Charoen Krung Rd. You can view TCS therapists at this link: https://www.tcsspa.com/th/c/works/Therapist Prestige Massage is located on Silom Soi 7 (closest BTS station: Chong Nonsi). You can view their therapists here: https://prestigemassageofficial.com/therapists/

From The Star (photo credit: Laotian Times) VIENTIANE (Xinhua): The Lao government's efforts to submit its Hin Nam No National Protected Area to UNESCO's list of world heritage sites are one step closer to fulfillment following the agency's acceptance of the application dossier. In the near future, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Center will conduct an on-site verification of the facts contained in the dossier and confirm the authenticity of the statements made in support of a world heritage listing, according to a report issued on Monday from Hin Nam No National Park's website. Hin Nam No National Protected Area is a natural marvel that spans an area of 94,121 hectares in southeastern Laos. This biodiverse and stunningly beautiful protected zone shelters some of the planet's most spectacular and mysterious biodiversity, and harbors an array of ecosystems, including pristine forests, majestic waterfalls, and intricate cave systems. The park is home to an incredible range of species, including rare and exotic birds, mammals, reptiles, and plants, and is home to several ethnic minority groups, with their unique traditions, customs, and ways of life. Laos currently has three world heritage sites, including the Plain of Jars in northern Laos' Xieng Khuang province, the Vat Phou temple complex in southern Laos' Champasak province, and the town of Luang Prabang in northern Laos' Luang Prabang province.

There's a handful of guys I'll provide return date info to because I make it a point to see them every trip. With others I'm always non committal. I heartened to see that the shops covered in this thread appear to be regularly acquiring new staff. My short list for next trip gets a bit longer by the week. Most recent addition at One Spa was assigned number 0289.

From The Thaiger A commando police officer fell to his death from the seventh floor of a condominium in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. His girlfriend insisted there were no suspicious actions or signs of visible stress before the incident. A vendor running a grocery shop near the condominium in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi province reported the fatal fall of an officer to Pak Kret Police Station at 8am today, March 18. The officer was later identified as 26 year old Police Lance Corporal Pornthep. The vendor informed police that he heard a loud noise like something falling to the ground and went to investigate. He was shocked to discover it was the body of Pornthep. Police officers and rescuers from the Por Teck Tung Foundation arrived at the scene and found Pornthep with a serious injury to his head. The rescue team provided Pornthep CPR for over 25 minutes but could not save him. His body was transferred to Central Institute of Forensic Science for an autopsy.

UPDATE from Pattaya News / TPN: General Surachet has informed the press that he has instructed Major General Songprod Sirisukkha, the Immigration Region 6 Commander, to cancel the visas of the two New Zealand men in question and prohibit their entry into Thailand in the future. The Chalong Police Chief, Colonel Eakkarat Plaiduang, revealed that these two individuals are currently being taken to the Phuket Provincial Court today (March 18th). The two suspects are facing charges related to robbery, assaulting or resisting an officer on duty, and driving without a valid license. Despite allegedly attempting to bribe the police to avoid further charges, their efforts were unsuccessful. Additionally, the New Zealand embassy has been notified of the situation. TPN media notes that even if the two suspect’s visas are cancelled and they are blacklisted, they would still face the court process and their legal charges under a so-called suspect visa, which only allows them to conduct court hearings and legal matters. Thai police are reportedly recommending to the court that the suspects are not granted bail, as based on their high-profile incident they would be a potential flight risk. Meanwhile, the millionaire parents of the two suspects, who are brothers, have spoken to the New Zealand press about the situation, which you can read here. In brief, they stated they were shocked by the situation, had obtained the services of a lawyer, and described the suspects as “Just two kids on vacation”, stressing that both men had families and children of their own who were deeply concerned about them.

From Pattaya Mail Dr. Siwat Boonkerd, Permanent-Secretary of Pattaya City, and other distinguished guests attend the official launch ceremony of the ‘Seedlings Project for Sustainable English Language Education for Youth” at Wat Boonkanjanaram Meditation Centre. An English language education programme was initiated at the Wat Boonkanjanaram Temple Meditation Centre in Jomtien on March 16. Aptly named the “Seedlings Project for Sustainable English Language Education for Youth” the initiative aims to empower local youth through comprehensive English language instruction, fostering both educational development and cross-cultural understanding. At the heart of the project lies a commitment to provide local youth with valuable English language skills, enabling them to communicate effectively and participate in diverse cultural exchanges. By offering English instruction as a productive leisure activity, the initiative seeks to enrich the educational landscape and open doors to future opportunities for the youth. Central to the project’s implementation are volunteer foreign teachers who will conduct lessons every Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Periodic evaluations will be conducted to gauge progress and explore avenues for expansion. Plans are underway to extend teaching sessions to Sundays in the future, contingent upon the success of the initiative. The initial education session equipped 43 students with learning materials to support their educational journey, marking the beginning of a promising chapter in their language acquisition.

Manna from heaven? One biblical reference says it rapidly dries due to evaporation of its water content, becoming a sticky solid. Works for me.

Distinctly recall one guy who did four consecutive without losing erection. It's rare but oh so memorable. On previous trip had one who managed two during session at One Spa.

Start planning escape now 🙂

From Pattaya News At 3:50 PM, on March 16th, 2024, Chalong police officers captured two New Zealand nationals who allegedly refused to pull over for a traffic offense, evaded police arrest, and were later accused of assaulting an officer who pursued them in Mueang, Phuket. According to the police report, Chalong patrol police were performing their regular duty on Chaofa East Road, in front of the Chalong police station. Two foreigners on motorbikes did not follow the traffic laws, not riding close to the left side of the road and riding at high speed in a community area, according to Chalong police. The police on duty asked for cooperation from them to stop their motorbikes. However, the two violators then allegedly attempted to flee from the police. After the police pursuit, the two foreigners were infuriated and allegedly attacked the police while having the incident recorded by the police. The situation escalated as the foreigners allegedly attempted to snatch the officers’ firearm causing the gun to fire once, nobody was injured, according to the police. The police were able to forcibly apprehend them shortly after and escorted them to Chalong police station for further legal processing. The two suspects were publicly identified as Mr. Hamish Day, a 36-year-old New Zealand national, and Mr. Oscar Mattson Day, a 38-year-old New Zealand national. They were facing harsh legal charges for conspiring to physically assault police officers and other related charges. As of press time both men remain in police custody and have not released any statements to explain the incident.

Flames engulf the 11th floor of the 31 storey EDGE Central Pattaya Condo on Second Road, triggering a rapid evacuation as residents flee (photo: The Nation).