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Yes, Bohol is beautiful so that’s a great suggestion. I went quite some time ago. Have you been recently? If so, what was the vibe in the area around the hotel like?

Thanks for the suggestion. I’ve stayed there before and it was full of Russian tourists. Wasn’t the most pleasant vacation. But I’ll use google maps to look for other options in that area. 10 minute grab ride would be fine, considering there don’t appear to be many options that meet all of the criteria 🫠

I want to spend a few days by the beach in a 5 star hotel where there are restaurants and nightlife within walking distance. Does such a place exist in Thailand? Looking at Phuket and Koh Samui, it looks like all the nice hotels are far from anny action. Am I missing something? Not specifically looking for gay venues, as I know that outside of Bangkok and Pattaya they are few and far between, but at least a young, fun, and open minded crowd. I am thinking of the kind of vibes one would get in Boracay, Cartagena, Puerto Vallarta, Seminyak…

You can see several of the guys at breakfast in the morning at Le Meridien. Sometimes in the executive lounge as well.

Can anyone please provide a comparison of Dickmans vs Gomez Place? Is the experience with the staff, masseurs, etc relatively the same? Any suggestions for 10-14 day itinerary without constantly being on the move? Reading the comments in this thread and general travel information on Google is making me feel overwhelmed because it sounds like there are a ton of stunning places to see in Sri Lanka.

What’s interesting is the first one happened 15 minutes before the end while the second one happened 25-30 minutes before the end. So if it was to check social media, they were able to hold it in for quite some time. And I agree with you, I hope they used soap.

No, they were non-sexual spas and not even the slightest hint of that being possible.

Apologies in advance for the topic (and to Oldaddy for stepping into his area of expertise), but I need to know if this is normal or if I somehow trigger an uncontrollable need to take a dump. Twice in the past week, during completely clean, non-sexual massages, the masseurs have paused midway to do their business. I’m certain of it because they took long enough for it to be more than a quick rinse, I heard the bidet hose in action, and the toilet seat, which had been up when the massage started, was down when they returned. I’m not angry or anything, but I do feel a bit unsettled. That toilet is meant for my use during the session, yet they marked their territory without hesitation. And let’s be real, those minutes spent on their personal matters were not added to my massage time. So now I have questions. Has anyone else had this happen? Do I give off some kind of bowel-relaxing energy? Is there an acupressure point on my back that doubles as a laxative? Or do I just need to start requesting masseurs with stronger self-control?

What’s a normal and an above average tip for someone in Dragon & Koi?

We could always go Sunday night!

Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s a shame that there isn’t something similar to PV available given that Thai guys like to party and are generally fun and easy going. I didn’t find that kind of scene in Phuket either. On another note, beware of the female infiltrators. They are also invading the bars in Bangkok .

It seems like a lot of members are in Bangkok at the moment. Is anyone planning on visiting the relatively new Dragon and Koi that has been discussed in this forum over the past few days? Perhaps some of us will run into each other tonight or tomorrow night.

How’s the beach in Pattaya? Is it at all like Puerto Vallarta where guys come around to party and drink on the beach? Or totally different vibe?

Just fyi you can buy an eSIM from AIS through their website and activate it yourself without ever needing to speak to anyone.

It seems that most massage parlors close relatively early. For example, if you go out for drinks and want a massage after midnight, there doesn’t appear to be a whole lot of options available in the Silom area. Are there any good massage parlors that stay open until 2-3 am, or even 24 hours, that I may not be aware of? I’m aware that in many cases outcall service can be arranged 24/7, but I’m specifically interested in massage parlors that you can walk into. Thanks.

Definitely Prime Massage Edit: sorry I just re-read and noticed that you want sex too. Prime is primarily very good massage technique by men, occasionally you get offered extra service but it’s not the norm.

Everything is allowed, go on and tell us 😉

Thanks for sharing your experience, that’s someone reassuring!

Night has come and you have not reported back. Have you suffocated?

I’ve been seeing a lot of posts on different forums about how bad the air pollution in Bangkok is right now. Some people are saying it’s the worst they’ve experienced in all the years they’ve lived there. I’ve also read that schools have been closed because of it. For those of you currently in Bangkok, is it really that bad? Is it messing with any outdoor plans you had? I’ve got a trip coming up soon, and I want to be able to walk around and enjoy the city. I’m definitely not planning to wear a mask, so I’m wondering how manageable it is.

Interesting. Was that over the weekend? I suspect all the bars will be busy next week given it’s Chinese new year and a lot of people will be visiting the city.

Any recent experiences at Dragon & Koi Bar? Sounds like a fun place and the description reminds me a bit of Space Hair bar in Phnom Penh.

I just came across this interesting gay guide to India which seems to have some updated bar recommendations in some of the main cities. In case anyone finds this useful: https://nomadicboys.com/gay-india/

I’m planning my New Year’s Eve trip and, after reading Floridarob’s recent thread about his experience in Kolkata, I thought, “Why not India?” I’d love suggestions for a destination in India where I can enjoy the festivities as a solo traveler and connect with fun, easy-going young locals who are friendly and open to hanging out. I’m looking for a place with nice hotels and a lively but relaxed vibe—ideally, somewhere with a great bar or rooftop where I can celebrate, enjoy the evening, and maybe watch fireworks, without it being a hardcore, all-night clubbing scene. Any ideas or recommendations from the group?

How’s the gay scene in Goa? Has anyone been? Would it be a good place to spend New Year’s Eve?