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This reminds me of the stories about the piles of used towels in the hallways of the Meridien Hotel, where posh gays were having orgies in their rooms and using a lot of towels while enjoying themselves.

Great reports! Thanks.

The pool does indeed look good. As a nice place to chill in the afternoon, in between adventures and nightlife. But I don't see any parasols in any of the photos I've seen of this hotel. Does this mean the only option you have is to lie by the pool in full sun? I would really like some shade.

Good to read the restaurant will be open again when I visit Bangkok last week October / into November.

Judging by the photos on booking platforms, the cheaper rooms have no windows and a shower that makes the entire toilet soaking wet when used. I consider that to be a definite disadvantage. The more expensive rooms look much better (large window, spacious bathroom with a separate shower, and even a bathtub). However, the price of that room is the same as what we find in many hotels in the area. I am curious to hear your findings on whether there is indeed a good reason to book this hotel, besides the fact that it is new and shiny.

Are you traying out all new hotels in the area? Nice! I personally love new hotels. But nowadays, unfortunately, it is often the case that while everything looks very beautiful and modern, there are still major downsides. Such as virtually no sound insulation between the rooms or between the room and the hallway. Or certain designs that are not practical. Like the fact that when you take a shower, the entire toilet gets wet. I am curious to read your experiences in the new hotels alongside the photos.

Always nice to see a good erection...

Only in December? Reading about all the times you have a (quick) visit to Bangkok I would expect you to return earlier than December...

How a lovely thread about a love story between a farang and an Asian boy can once again escalate into a sensitive political discussion...

This is the first time I've heard of this massage shop. It's nice that they clearly show on their website which staff are straight and gay. I assume that the massage prices on their website are for the room and the amounts listed per guy are the extra tip for the guy, and that this includes extra service, given the size of the tips?

I am a bit behind on catching up with this forum, and am only just reading your reports now. I would read a few more of your reports right away, though. Thanks for writing the massage reports described in such detail. I really appreciate that!

It was very entertaining reading all the posts about your trip. I especially like it when people include some photos in their trip reports, like you did. Good job! The funny thing was that I recognized many things in your posts from my previous trip. Your experiences at A&P in Phnom Penh, your stay at Quarter Silom, some restaurants I've been to too, etc., etc., etc. I, too, was lucky enough to meet fellow forum members in person a few times on my previous trips. Although I don't mind exploring Bangkok and the nightlife on my own, I always really enjoy doing that with fellow forum members.

In another topic I've read: Never heard of JoyZone. Is this a new place? Any more information about it?

Good choice! I have stayed at this hotel a few times and can only confirm what you describe. The beds are super comfortable and the staff is very hospitable (on every level... haha). It is indeed a place where you can easily relax by the pool all day. Nude swimming is even allowed there if you wish. If you ever go back, I can recommend taking a tour to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (in old prison) and the Killing Fields. You can also book this via the hotel by Tuk-Tuk. Not exactly a fun outing, but a must-do because of how impressive it is and the stories you hear there about the history of the country. I really don't understand how you can say that about the breakfast at Arthur & Paul. How much do you want to eat for breakfast, for heaven's sake? You get a fresh croissant, a chocolate roll, another roll, an egg of your choice (like the famous Egg Benedict), various toppings, yogurt, tea or coffee, juice... More than enough!

Good to read you finally made it back to Bangkok! Enjoy your time there! I will be going back to Thailand last weekend October / and into November.