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Thanks for all of the replies guys. Just regarding tip expectations, my last trip in 2019 I didn't discuss the tip beforehand with any of the guys and they were all happy with 2000 baht, which is why I didn't bother discussing the tip beforehand. I understand that inflation happens, and not being able to work for a while during the pandemic so I'm happy to go a little higher if required. I was in Freshboys last night and the mamasan actually told me to tip my guy 2000 baht. I think in future I will discreetly discuss the tip with the guy just so we are all on the same page. Will report on Freshboys later, and also wherever I decide to go tonight - I'm thinking hotmale as I haven't been there before, the new twilight or even dreamboys again as I liked the look of many of the guys there. On another note, I will be going to Chiang Mai on Monday and the flight has already been booked. Pretty excited as I have not been there yet. Agreed. Not every experience will be perfect (well in my case anyway) but on the plus side, it is always nice to spend some sexy times with these handsome young men. Agree - the better they make my experience, the more money I will give. They could be faking it for all I care but as long as it is believable and memorable, I don't mind too much! Will email you if I find myself at a loose end!

I've been in Bangkok for a couple of days now, and can I just say that it is so surreal being back after not being here for about 2.5 years. This report will be a little disjointed, reporting on various aspects rather than a day-to-day account of events. Hotel: I'm staying at the Tarntawan in one of the corner suites and it is quite roomy with a separate living area and bedroom. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, or should I say, a step-up shower as you need to step up quite high into the shower. The hotel is definitely showing it's age, but is still functional and located well. It is a little dark, even though I have 2 windows, and the view is not super amazing (but I'm not really here for the view). Arrived to a scene of a family of tourists that were going off at the receptionist, no idea why, but apart from that it has been pretty non-eventful here and the staff seem friendly enough. Massage: I've been to Prime twice so far, and it is top quality. Both times I had a 1 hour foot/1 hour Thai massage, which were great, but today I think I may not go back as the guy yesterday went pretty hard and I am still a little sore and need some time to recover. It is 500 baht for the 1 hour foot/1 hour Thai and I've been tipping the guys the same amount as the massage cost. The place runs like a well-oiled machine and smells really nice. Tawan: I went here on my first night, and to be honest, the guys at Tawan aren't necissarily my type (apart from that one 'smaller' guy) but I was curious and wanted to expand my horizons so to speak. I caught the 10:30 show and it was pretty standard stuff - lip syncing drag queens/lady boys, big cock show, fucking show etc. Some nice dicks, but it was a shame that they covered their faces during the big cock show. Anyway a guy came and sat with me near the beginning of the night and was angling for an off, and I decided to off him for short time after the show. A little older (which I don't mind at all), he said he would take care of me and can kiss, suck, fuck etc. Anyway, back in the room, it was all pretty average to be honest, yeah he kissed, but very minimally and same with sucking. The fucking was okay though, but nothing to write home about. Anyway, I left 2000 baht for him on the bed while he was having a shower, and he wanted 3000. If the whole experience had been amazing then yeah I probably would have paid up but it was pretty average at best. I countered with 2500 as I didn't want to argue which he accepted. Anyway, just chalking it all up to experience and I understand that I'm not going to connect with everyone. I walked down the Tawan street a couple of times going to Prime and he was sitting out the front, so I just waved politely. Dreamboys: My best off in 2019 was from dreamboys and the guy was attractive, a little muscly but not overly big, had tattoos, and was passionate. We've been in contact intermittently on Line, just short things like he would send me a happy valentines day message and I would send him a happy songkran message, stuff like that. Anyhow, I went to dreamboys and immediately recognised him. When he saw me he had this big goofy grin, but later said he wasn't sure if it was me or not. After his rotation, he went and sat near the bar area (later he said to see if it was me) and I waved him over and he remembered me vividly, the good time we had and where I stayed last time. Anyway, he seemed genuinely happy to see me and was really affectionate in the bar (even kissing as well) and wasn't shy either. I watched the first 2 shows (there was one more but I was getting tired), and it was the usual stuff. The highlights included the part where so many guys had their dicks out, I was in heaven, and the fucking show was so hilarious - they just got into these really weird and ridiculous positions. I laughed out loud. There were so so many guys in the rotation that I could have easily offed though, and I possibly will. After the second show, we went back to my hotel (hand in hand) and if last time was passionate, then this time was even more. He loved to kiss which was great, and we even had a cuddle afterwards. I gave him 3000 baht for short time as he deserved it, plus he was sitting with me the whole time in the bar (apart from his section in the show), and I may see him again at some point. This is what I am after - experiences and connections like these. Made me forget all about the Tawan guy! I check out of here on Sunday or Monday (I forget now) and haven't decided where to go next - I'm thinking possibly Chiang Mai. It is good though to see that the bars are slowly returning to normal and I look forward to more experiences.

Could not agree more!

I have been waiting for the day where I could visit Thailand again, and in a week's time will be that day! I'm super excited. Leaving and entering my country has become quite straight forward, as has Thailand and I finally have some time. Applying for the Thai Pass was pretty straight forward, and even though I know it won't be required anymore from July 1, I will be arriving a few days beforehand. Starting and ending in Bangkok, I'll be keeping it flexible for 3 weeks and probably will visit Chiang Mai and Phuket too. The last time I was there was in December 2019, just before the pandemic, and I have been itching to go back for so long. Anyway, trip report to come at some point, just wanted to share my excitement!

I stayed at the Raya back in 2019 and quite liked it. The rooms were spacious, and the location is convenient. The only drawback (for me) was crossing Surawong Road.. there just seemed to be an endless stream of traffic and it was difficult to cross. I can't remember what sort of room I booked but I had a window, and a balcony. Not sure if it was meant to be used as a balcony as I had to climb out the window to use it, but it was there nonetheless.

Some which I enjoyed (and are in the vicinity) include: Northeast Lon Lon I was going to say Tonkotsu Kazan Ramen but it's permanently closed on google maps Mango Tree is always nice, albeit a little pricey

Yes!! This makes me happy! Also my favourite! Krating's smile just lights up the whole room!

Sounds exactly like the guy that I offed! Small world!

(accidentally posted twice oops)

Did this guy used to work at lucky boys a couple of years ago? I remember offing a Cambodian with the same name..

I loved the Raya when I last stayed there, however I absolutely hated crossing Surawong road! When I eventually get to Bangkok again, I will stay on the other side of the road! 😅

4 Massage is great! I went there a couple of years ago and had a lot of fun with a couple of the guys there. Glad to hear they are still open. Agree about the transport. There was a 'smart bus' last time I was there that ran the length of the west coast from the airport, not sure if it is still running but from memory I think it was under 200 baht, and I think it also accepted rabbit cards. The bus stops were limited though and I ended up walking about 10-15 minutes with my suitcase to my hotel. Fun times though and I hope to return at some point in the future.

I was just about to post this video that I came across on YouTube, but you beat me to it! Though I don't understand much chinese, it was lovely to see all of the familiar sites and can't wait to be back.

also west australian here very patiently waiting!

Agree! and omg Duean is hilarious. His character really is something else!

sigh

I've come across these videos on YouTube as well and I love seeing all of the lovely Thai men, but it makes me sad that I cannot be there in amongst the action.. soon hopefully!

I'm planning to get the new iPad Pro and am pretty excited - I'm still using an iPad 2 which I bought in 2011! Apple devices last for ages if you look after them, and my iPad 2 is still going strong but it's just very slow (plus I need a bigger screen).

I'm hoping early 2022. Even if Thailand is open, it really depends on the travel restrictions in my own country whether I can leave for short-term tourism purposes or not.

Aww, that's a shame

I enjoyed the food at Super Isan, right at the entrance of the complex. Really tasty Thai food at decent prices and super long opening hours. Not sure if they still exist though as the last time I was there was at the end of 2019.

If it is of any use, there are many many videos on YouTube with people documenting the whole process so you can see first hand what their experience is like from the airport to their hotel, what the room and food looks like etc.

That roof on Jomtien complex is new right? or have I just been completely oblivious??

I would love it if there were go-go bars in Jomtien complex. It already has much going for it - it's walking distance from the bus station (the cheap bus from Suvarnabhumi), plenty of good food around, walking distance to Dongtan gay beach, a few massage places, and it's just kinda nice around there.. having go-go bars there would be the icing on the cake! I feel more comfortable in go-go bars anyway as opposed to host bars (and I'm sure there would be some who would be the opposite). Anyway, just dreaming!

ahh yes, good idea! thanks!