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A forum member who is also in Bangkok suggested meeting up in Soi 4 after dinner—for some people-watching and, as he literally put it, to devise a "battle plan" for hitting the bars that evening. He’s certainly taking it seriously... A battle plan. Let’s do this! He mentioned that he’d never been to Tawan or Bigboy before. I was keen to visit both—to see if there really is a German guy working at Tawan (as previously mentioned on this forum) and to check out the current state of Bigboy bar; I’d only been there once before, shortly after it first opened. We sat on the terrace at Unicorn to do some people-watching and discuss our plans for the evening. We started by heading to Tawan—a suggestion I made, though I warned that we’d likely only have one quick drink there, as it was highly probable that it would be disappointing. Still, it was worth a look; you never know. And sure enough, almost all the guys (or rather, men) at Tawan were older and clearly in "out of season" shape. Eventually, one guy appeared who I might have considered spending my money on, but the rest were a definite "no-go." As for the German (or Western) guy who was supposedly in the rotation—he was nowhere to be found. So, we could cross that one off the list. At the very least, the forum member I was with now understands what everyone on the forum is talking about when it comes to Tawan. On to Bigboy. We arrived just in time for the first show at 11 p.m. at Bigboy. Right before the show started, we managed to catch a glimpse of the guys on stage and concluded that—for our taste, at least—they were better than the ones at Tawan, even though there wasn’t much here that really stood out to us either. The show itself was on the risqué side, featuring a lot of nudity, including a "cum show" performed for tips. At several points, the performers moved among the audience, allowing for crowd participation—a "hands-on" approach for those interested. This show reminded me of the seedy performances found in many bars back in the day, a stark contrast to the somewhat tamer shows that seem to have become the norm elsewhere. That said, the team at Bigboy clearly puts in a real effort. The bar itself is a good size—not too big, not too small—and, for some reason, I find it a pleasant space. Unfortunately, there isn’t much variety among the guys in the rotation. And what was going on with the testicles of the (somewhat older) guy performing one of the nude acts? Instead of two separate testicles, it looked like one large, swollen mass. The third and final stop of the evening was Goodboy. The forum member I was with was recognized immediately, and it wasn’t long before someone he knew sat down next to him. I also spotted a few familiar faces. I thought I recognized one of the guys flirting with me from a previous visit, so I invited him for a drink—though it soon turned out he wasn’t someone I’d met before. He was from Vietnam, too; he just happened to look a lot like another guy. I really need to get better at telling these guys apart—though, admittedly, that gets a bit difficult after a few drinks! Anyway, whether I knew him or not, he was a horny bitch. Luckily, we were tucked away in a corner at the back of the bar. Lots of touching, teasing, groping, and kissing—and, naturally, I fell for it and ended up taking him back to my hotel room. All in all, both the other forum member and I concluded that the selection of guys at Goodboy is really good right now. There was plenty that suited our tastes—not too slim or petite, slightly muscular, but not full-blown "muscle boys." All in all, a great second day in Bangkok!

I haven't been called a youngster for many years... You made my day. Lol

There always another time... Maybe in 2032. 😉 Isn't that when you have your next planned trip? Lol

Always a pleasure reading your trip reports @vinapu

Your report was fun to read. But you visit so many bars in a single night! And taking a guy back to your hotel, only to head straight back out to the bars again—wow.

Although I had managed to get a fair amount of sleep on the flight, day 2 was defined by a terrible case of jet lag. Around 9:30 in the morning, I headed down for breakfast—always a treat at Le Méridien. Afterward, I decided to close my eyes for a bit, but that turned into a deep sleep that lasted until the afternoon. Just as I thought, "Okay, time to wake up and go relax by the pool," it started to rain. I made good use of the time by writing the reports above about the journey to Bangkok and day 1. I felt good again after all that sleep. Hopefully, that was just what I needed to get into the Bangkok rhythm from now on. Time to check out some of the bars tonight. But first, in the late afternoon, I went for a quick swim in the hotel pool. The rain had stopped, and it felt great to swim a few laps—though I did get distracted by a very handsome German "daddy." And I don’t mean "daddy" in the gay-slang sense, but an actual, real-life father—only a young, handsome, and muscular one. He was at the pool with his wife and two children. I even managed to sneak a quick snapshot of him from behind... Haha!

The flight went well. Thanks to the business class seats, I managed to get some sleep. That said, in my view, Qatar Airways offers a better business class product than Etihad—both in terms of seat quality and the food. Etihad is good, too, but Qatar is just a bit better. Incidentally, when I tried to recline my seat into a fully flat position for sleeping, it wouldn’t work. Two female flight attendants tried as well, but to no avail. In a rather stereotypical turn of events, a male flight attendant had to step in; using his technical know-how, he managed to get the seat to lie flat. Arrival in Bangkok was smooth. I suspect there weren't many flights landing around the time I arrived. The digital display indicated an expected wait time of 6 minutes for both the regular immigration counters and the self-service gates. When I filled out the digital immigration card a few days ago, a notification appeared stating that I couldn't use the e-gates because my details weren't yet in the system—which is strange, as I’ve traveled to Thailand several times using this same passport. Forum members had encouraged me to try the e-gates anyway, but when I presented my business class boarding card at the entrance to the immigration area, I was directed elsewhere. Before I knew it, I was at a manned counter with no queue—so I didn't get the chance to test the e-gates after all. I was asked to provide my fingerprints, which suggests that, for some reason, my data wasn't actually on file in Thailand... Usually, for the sake of convenience, I take a taxi from the airport to my hotel. However, seeing that traffic was completely gridlocked along much of the route, I decided to take the ARL and the Skytrain instead. The Airport Rail Link was very crowded, but fortunately, I managed to get a seat at the second station when someone else got off the train. It turned out to be a great experience—ultimately faster and much cheaper, too. Since I was hungry, I decided to quickly freshen up in my room at the Le Méridien hotel and head straight to the well-known Sarika. As has already been described in other posts here, this restaurant has been renovated and now looks beautifully trendy and new. Regarding the food, I agree with @vinapu : The cashew chicken still tastes good, but not as good as it used to... In the meantime, I had shifted from being "hungry" to being "horny." After a short stroll around Silom to help me feel completely at home again, I decided—partly because I was feeling a bit tired—to go for an easy option this evening. I invited one of the massage guys—whom I’d started chatting with on Grindr during dinner—to my hotel room. He was a guy from Vietnam who regularly spends a month at a time in Bangkok for work. He also shared the familiar story that, while he used to be able to stay for three months, he’s now limited to just one. As for the massage part... I had no idea what he was doing, and I’m afraid he didn’t either. Fortunately, things quickly moved on to the sexual side of things—and he had much better skills there. How did I feel afterward? Mixed feelings. But at least my first night in Bangkok wasn’t a total waste; I managed to get some action, haha. As you’ve come to expect from my previous trip reports, here’s a photo so you can get an idea of the guy in question. It’s been anonymized—which, in this case, means his head has been cropped out.

It’s a real shame to read in your later post that your first outcall massage turned out to be a disappointment. As another forum member already mentioned, that mechanical approach... Unfortunately, many guys go about it that way. But fortunately, there are also some real gems to be found—people who are much better at what they do and who truly make you feel like you’re having an enjoyable little adventure.

The ongoing unrest in the Middle East made me hesitant to book new flight tickets to Thailand. I’ve always flown with a layover in Qatar, and occasionally via Dubai, simply because I prefer not to spend 12 hours straight on a plane; I like having the journey broken up halfway through. Plus, being a bit of a luxury-seeker, I enjoy flying business class, which is often significantly cheaper when routed through the Middle East compared to direct flights and the quality of business class offered by airlines from the Arab states is exceptionally high. However, in August, I spotted a great deal I couldn’t pass up, this time with Etihad Airways. For the past few years, I’ve consistently flown with Qatar Airways, as I’ve been very happy with them; their "Qsuite" business class (featuring private, enclosed cabins) is particularly excellent. But Etihad was considerably more affordable, and I’d read in various reviews that their business class product is also top-notch. So, I went ahead and booked it! In the last year, Thai Airways has also started offering direct flights from the Netherlands (Amsterdam), where I live. But who on earth came up with that terrible flight schedule? On the outbound leg, you arrive in Bangkok at 6:30 AM, and the return flight departs at 5:30 AM... Absolutely awful. For me, Qatar Airways still offers the best flight times; on the outbound journey, I arrive in Bangkok in the early afternoon. Perfect timing to check into the hotel, catch a quick nap, and then head straight out to the bars that same evening! With the flight I’ve booked to Bangkok this time, I won’t arrive until around 8:00 PM. I wonder if I’ll still have the energy to hit the bars, or if my first night in Bangkok will just be about relaxing in the hotel room and heading to bed "early."

In my opinion you made the right decision!

After entering my details for the digital arrival card, I received this notification: Which is strange. I have entered Thailand several times with my current passport, so you would think my details are on file and that I would be able to use the e-gates. My home country is on the list of countries permitted to use the e-gates. I’m flying business class, so it’s not a major issue—I can just use the priority immigration lane—but I still find it odd.

That is indeed strange. But I can guarantee you that I’ve figured out how to find private messages by now... haha

Is it new that S"Sense is now using clear marks on their staff pictures to show who is gay or straight...? See the example. Very useful.

For some reason—and for quite a long time now—one particular masseur has consistently caught my eye: Singha from S'Sense. I’ve seen photos, and he’s exactly my type. Yet, something has always held me back. There’s a bit of a contradiction here: while you often read that S'Sense management enforces a strict "massage only" policy (allowing handjobs, but nothing more), several reviews on this forum mention that Singha engages in sensual and sexual acts that go beyond just a handjob. It makes me wonder: are "extra services" a standard part of what Singha offers, or is it hit-or-miss—does he perhaps go further depending on the occasion or the specific client? On top of that, I generally prefer having a masseur come to my hotel room rather than visiting a massage shop, where the facilities sometimes leave something to be desired—though I’ve heard that S'Sense is actually quite well-appointed. Maybe I’ll just take the plunge and try to book an appointment with Singha at S'Sense. Or... does anyone on the forum happen to have his Line ID and could share it with me discreetly? That way, I might be able to arrange for him to come to my hotel instead—which is how I’d prefer it! ;) lol

I found this to be very interesting information. Has anyone else seen this "farang moneyboy" at Tawan since then? Yeah, sure... I can—and will—check for myself when I’m in Bangkok next weekend, but still... It’s always nice to get some information beforehand.

After reading in the post about Jey Spa Masseurs that some of the masseurs there also offer their services on RentMen, I decided to take a look at that site. I recall having visited it once before, but that was a long time ago, and I never actually reached out to anyone there. I see quite a few guys who really suit my personal taste... See the list below. Does anyone have any experience with any of them? Or do you happen to know if they also work through a massage shop (and if so, which one)? https://rent.men/Jeffbkkk https://rent.men/Bbee_bkk https://rent.men/kenijiiij https://rent.men/zaizaibkk https://rent.men/Larsno https://rent.men/AhpoGymman

Over the years, I’ve stayed at MEN's a few times, and every massage there ended in "hanky-panky"—to be more specific: erotic touching and handjobs. It never went any further than that, though. This is in contrast to A&P, where, in fact, anything is possible with the (massage) staff. I’ve had some very pleasant experiences at A&P; for instance, back in March of this year, when I arrived and was escorted to my room by one of the massage guys (who, it turns out, also double as bellboys). As soon as we entered the room, there was immediate cuddling, fondling, and kissing. Now that’s what I call a warm welcome!

Was having some catching up to do at the forum, and was very nice to read about your adventures in Cambodia again @jimmie50 . Thanks for all your posts!

That’s always a bit of an issue, isn’t it? Naturally, many of these guys aren’t exactly thrilled about having to go to bed with farangs—who are often much older. It’s then up to their experience and professional demeanor to at least give us the impression that they’re enjoying it too—or, well, at least to make it look like they are! Haha. That’s one reason why I’m very selective when I’m in the bars. I also always stick to a rule shared by a few forum members here: only take a guy home if he shows some interest or flirts from the stage on his own accord.

Indeed, a good choice. Some find the rooms a bit on the small side, but I personally don’t think they’re that small. The rooms are attractive and modern, and several forum members can attest to how fun it can be to have a sexy guy put on a private shower show in your room—made possible by the large glass wall between the shower and the bedroom. I have a few go-to hotels in the area that I frequent, rotating between them based on which one offers the best price at the time. This hotel is one of them. One thing I always make sure of is booking the right room type—specifically one with external-facing windows. Rooms that look out onto the "courtyard" or atrium tend to lack privacy and, in my experience, are also more prone to noise disturbances. It’s worth checking this when you make your booking, and perhaps changing your room selection if possible. What one person considers a pleasant hotel, another might find absolutely terrible. I once booked a room at the Tarntawan because many forum members were staying there (at the time) and were happy with it. I, however, thought it was awful—an old, dark room. I had to hold the showerhead by hand because it could only be mounted too low on the wall... I was glad I was only staying there for two nights. Personally, I prefer a modern, newer hotel, even if the room happens to be a bit smaller. It’s very popular among gay men. And thanks to the distinctive tiles in the bathroom, you can instantly spot on Grindr who else is staying at the hotel—or who has visited it while working as a moneyboy... See my previous post: Just like @Kiwi306 , I’m happy—and also surprised—to hear that BigBoys is still open. I was there shortly after it first opened, and there were very few guests and only a few guys around. So, it’s definitely worth another visit when I head to Bangkok next week! The jerk-off show sounds similar to the one they used to have (or still have) at Tawan. Are the guys—or men—who perform on stage there similar to the ones at Tawan? I’m into muscular guys, though not necessarily bodybuilder-level muscular, and generally a bit younger than the average guy you’d find at Tawan...

Yeah, in that respect things have gotten a bit tamer now, I get the impression. Although there are still a few places where two guys fuck, start on stage but then go through the crowd past the guests to collect a tip while fucking on your lap. Does that count as a fuck-show too? Because if so, they still exist. FreshBoy did/does that, right? Now that I think about it, I believe that is the only bar in Bangkok where I’ve seen that in the past year. I would expect it at GoodBoy too, but I can’t remember that very well anymore.

I was already browsing Grindr a bit in Pattaya, since I’ll be there in a few weeks. I saw a few dark-skinned guys. These days, whenever I see a dark-skinned guy on the apps in Pattaya, I can’t help but think of @Olddaddy and the chance that he might have had this boy... In other threads, he’s made some remarks that I (unfortunately) always remember when seeing a dark boy in Pattaya... something about his old ass and that dark-skinned guy using his tongue on it... well... never mind. Who else is feeling nauseous now? Haha.

My trip to Thailand (Bangkok & Pattaya), including a side trip to Phnom Penh for a few days, is coming up... Oct 29 - Nov 3: Bangkok Nov 3 - Nov 8: Pattaya Nov 8 - Nov 12: Phnom Penh Nov 12 - Nov 18: Bangkok On my previous trips, I’ve always been lucky enough to meet up with other forum members. So... if any of you happen to be in Thailand (or Cambodia) during this time, let me know! I know some forum members prefer not to announce their travel plans publicly on the forum, so feel free to send me a private message instead. I’ll be discreet!

Why does this come as no surprise... Announcing new rules, only to change, postpone, or cancel them again. Typical Thailand. Still, it’s a sensible decision. A 1,000-baht fee would never stop me from visiting Thailand, and I assume most tourists wouldn’t let their holiday plans hinge on whether they have to spend an extra 1,000 baht or not. That said, introducing an additional departure tax does affect Thailand’s image. ThaigerGovernment puts proposed exit levy on hold to protect tou...Thailand's proposed 1,000-baht departure tax is on hold as officials seek to protect tourism, avoid adding costs for airlines and travellers.

@bkkmfj2648 Thanks for keeping us updated.