CallMeLee

December 19 to January 9 for me. Mostly in Bangkok but may go elsewhere like Phuket or Pattaya.

Angel Salon and Spa has been my go to. Not high end if that's what you're looking for but I never left disappointed. It's a few steps away from King Power Mahanakhon walking towards Silom Rd. This is my go to shop if I arrive too early and want to pass time before going to Arena.

Agree, those abs deserve a standing ovation. Tempted to fly over just for that.

Another errata: After a thorough audit and investigation by @jason1975, it was discovered that my recall of numbers and names is unreliable and hazy at best in the presence of gorgeous eye candies. 1. Vietnamese guy from previous trip has been #16 all along. Number didn't change. 2. After a thorough due diligence, #16's name actually is Bird. He pronounced it as "Bot" which made me assume that it's "Boat" Apologies and rest assured that I will take this time to reflect and ensure accuracy of future trip report 🙂 Btw, didn't change the fact that #16 is hot! And thank you @jason1975!

As far as I can recall, foot massage by itself will not include the scrub. You need to avail of a package with foot scrub/foot spa. While you're at it have a pedi as well!

Correction: guy#37 was incorrect. His number during my last trip was #17. Apologies.

Part 2 It is really a struggle to make an escape from my group at night. A whole day of playing tour guide is enough to get you knackered. So post sunset, even fun feels like a chore. After saying goodnight to my group and telling them I would be out for a massage, I marched my way to Surawong for a proper foot massage. I did not lie. What they do not know is that I went to the bars afterwards (that tiny detail they don't need to know). First stop was Good Boys, where I (and my wallet) were warmly welcomed by the lovely Emma and Tee. Tee looked much healthier this time, which was a relief after his health scare earlier this year. I was genuinely happy to see him looking well since I have no intention of coming back to the news of outliving my favourite papasan. I was guided to my usual seat and quickly noticed the low season mood. It was just me and a South Asian lady who I chatted with briefly before she left. For a while, it was only me until a few more customers arrived. The first show started about an hour late, which is standard low season Bangkok timing if you ask me. Then Boy appeared, my Vietnamese favorite from the last trip. He came over, smiled sleepily, and sat beside me without waiting for an invitation. I did not mind. The roster that night was not exactly inspiring. He looked tired and sleepy, and when I asked why, he mumbled something about being busy during the day. Nam, one of my previous offs, was also there. He approached our table, clearly drunk, and kept chatting endlessly until Emma had to move him elsewhere because he was becoming a nuisance. Boy explained that a customer had come in earlier and drank with Nam. It all made sense. Since Boy looked like he could fall asleep sitting up, I told him straight that I was not offing him tonight. He looked disappointed but agreed and asked if he could sit next to me rather than doing the rotation on stage. He mentioned he really wants to go home but apparently they have to pay a certain amount if they do that. I glanced at the uninspiring roster and agreed. It was actually quite nice sitting next to him, cuddled together, with him occasionally giving me a peck or two while I watched the show. After seeing the gorgeous Mai perform, my longtime crush, and tipping him during his rounds, I decided to move on. I gave Boy a few pink notes and made my way out. Before leaving, I noticed one of the mamasans giving Nam a scolding. Given his drunken state, I doubted it had much effect. As I stepped outside, I saw the handsome Mai, now fully dressed, seated on the couch by the entrance having dinner. Our gaze met, he smiled warmly, and waved goodbye. Do not judge me, but my forty-something heart fluttered. I admit it. Not ready to call it a night, I climbed up to Freshboys. They were also feeling the low season, though the crowd was a bit livelier than downstairs. I quickly scanned the roster and locked eyes with number 37, my unfinished business from last trip. He still looked handsome and jacked, but now wearing number 16. Our eyes met, I smiled, he smiled, and he pointed at himself. I nodded, and he made his way over. “Welcome back,” he said. I asked if he really remembered me, and he replied that I came last Songkran, talked to him, but did not off him. He reminded me that I had promised to off him next time. I chuckled. His memory was sharp. Unlike last time, he was more relaxed and engaging, so I decided to finally keep my word. As we stepped outside, I opened the app to book a taxi. Boat, his name, asked me where my hotel was, and when I showed him, he said we could walk instead. I was surprised but went along. He turned out to be quite chatty, and we talked the whole way. My opinion of him started to change. Maybe last Songkran was just a misunderstanding. At the hotel, we showered together, and I spent a good while in bed just admiring his physique while we chatted. The main event was very enjoyable. He really made an effort, took charge, and was sensual and generous with his body. He took his time, unlike previous offs who rushed to finish so they could leave. It was a big plus that he looked even hotter under my bright hotel lighting than in the bar. If only I were alone on this trip, I would have gone long-time with him. Afterward, we stayed cuddled for a while before he had to leave, making me promise that I would off him again. With his handsome face looking at me intently, I did not have the guts to say no. I promised. And yes, I actually did off him one more time - and I honestly think this will not be the last one.

So last month, I somehow ended up in Bangkok again. Totally unplanned. This time it wasn’t a solo escapade but a five-day work trip with colleagues. Not exactly the setup for fun, since most of my time was spent playing tour guide i.e. temples, markets, rooftop bars, the whole wholesome package. But of course, it’s Bangkok --- ----definitely no way I was leaving without at least a little extracurricular activity and explorations. Between team dinners and pretending to be a responsible employee, I managed to sneak away a few times. Had to be strategic though, when you’re surrounded by coworkers, timing is everything. Since it was a short trip and I only managed a few of “personal errands,” I’ll skip the usual daily diary format of my typical report and just share several places/highlight worth talking about. 1. Arena When time’s limited, you don’t experiment. I went with a safe bet: Arena. Always been reliable for me. On a trip like this, a single bad session would’ve been tragic. This time I picked a masseur named Mark. Good choice, as it turned out. I picked him on instinct. friendly face, confident vibe, and that kind of smile that tells you he knows exactly what he’s doing. We headed to the room and chatted a bit. As he stepped out, I assumed it was the usual “go shower alone” routine, so I started undressing. Before I could turn on the water, he looked back and said, “Wait for me we shower together.” I just grinned ------ things were already off to a good start. He came back and joined me in the shower. What I thought would be a quick rinse turned into something way more enjoyable. He took his time washing , me all over, making it feel both teasing and caring. Not rushed, not mechanical just smooth and natural. When we were done, he even towel-dried me, which honestly was pleasant. Little things like that set the tone. The massage itself was fine, nothing earth-shattering, but solid. But the rest? That’s where he shined. He knew how to pace things, generous with his body and attention, mixing in just the right amount of playfulness. He whispered a few things in my ear that made me laugh and blush at the same time. And yes, he’s a damn good kisser. The whole thing felt easy and unforced, like we’d known each other longer than an hour. A few days later, I went back for round two. We’d been messaging a bit in between, so it already felt like a reunion. Second time was even better ...... smoother, more relaxed, and a lot more chemistry. After the second session, he was very gentlemanly and walked me out of the shop. When the lift doors opened, he suddenly leaned in and gave me a proper kiss on the lips --- like full-on, in broad daylight type. I froze for a second and then rode down in mild shock, grinning like an idiot. Bangkok moments, man. We’ve been chatting almost every day since. He sends me spicy photos and videos from time to time .....strictly for research purposes, of course. Still waiting for the inevitable “help me baby” message, but it hasn’t come yet. Instead, he’s been talking about meeting up outside the shop next time, maybe even going away for a few days together. I’m not saying no to that. We talked about daily rate and its within budget. He’s been sending some sweet, lovey messages lately too. I take it with a grain of salt, but it’s kinda nice, I won’t lie. All in all, Mark was a great find. unexpected, considering how little free time I had this trip. Definitely seeing him again next time I’m in town. Overall, I think I found gold in Arena!

I think 2500 is reasonable, although I was told they still have to pay their off fee to the bar for every night they don't work just to keep their slot or number in the bar. A couple of guys I had a good daily rate setup with actually started with a long time off that stretched until mid day. That gave them a feel of what a full day with me is like before they quoted me a rate. I think part of it depends on the connection you build and how much work they think it'll be on their end.In most, if not all, of my arrangements like this, it was actually the guy who brought up the idea. Some may also have other jobs or side gigs during the day that they’d need to give up, so that probably factors in too. That said, some boys are just greedy or don’t really have the business sense to think long term.

From my trip last year, I never had an issue bringing my boy du jour to my room at Quarter Saladaeng. Just be sure your booking specifies 2 person (just in case)

Note: I started my annual pilgrimage to Bangkok early 2010s Bars-wise, hands down the old Tawan at its original location (same soi, opposite side) was my favourite. It was the venue of my first off and my foray into this slippery slope of bar boys. The friendly atmosphere won me over (there were even a couple of trips where I exclusively visited this bar). For massage, the old Hero in Sukhumvit was reliable and consistent. I don’t know why it closed down — was quite surprised, actually, since it seemed pretty popular back then.

I was so fixated with No.17 that time so didn't even notice 3X back then. Plus it was so crowded that night there's no chance to actually call any of the guys down the stage to chat and negotiate an off.

Min as expected was a quiet win. Solid, low-maintenance, and unexpectedly satisfying. He turned out to be this trip’s slow-burn surprise. Not flashy, not loud, just easy to be around. His brother T is the kind who walks into a room and wants everyone to know he’s there within ten seconds. Min, on the other hand, you barely notice until you realize you’ve been enjoying his company for hours without effort. He’s perfect for when you want company without the obligation to talk. Like a warm blanket that cuddles and kisses you back. He left the next morning, still sweet and a bit shy. I got up and started packing. The room looked like a souvenir stall exploded, but I had things mostly under control. Over the past week, I had built up a carefully curated mess of random shopping----snacks I never touched, toiletries I already owned, and a few items I convinced myself were “necessities.” By midday I had packed most of it, leaving only the usual last-minute chaos for the next day. Then, a message pinged from Ssense. Apologies for the radio silence, they were swamped. I asked if Tongtong was available. Yes, but only late in the afternoon. I confirmed right away and sent Raposa a quick brag message. Mission accomplished.🤣 I still had a few minutes before my appointment, so I decided to swing by Nola Café for one last round of beignets. Unfortunately, they were closed. Next door, though, was a shiny new coffee shop I hadn’t noticed before. Minimalist signage, air-conditioning on blast, and the kind of pastries that practically beg to be photographed. A timber croissant with pistachio knafeh filling caught my eye. One of those viral imports from Dubai that looks like a sugar bomb but promises sophistication. I ordered it with an iced Americano, expecting more style than substance. But it delivered. Buttery, crisp layers, and the knafeh center was sticky, sweet, nutty and just the right kind of rich. Felt like a dessert that understood its assignment. Caffeinated and emotionally stabilized by sugar, I made my way to Ssense. This time there were three of us customers behind the curtain. Never seen that before. It felt like waiting at a clinic but everyone knows what kind of treatment we were in for. A polite silence hung in the air. Tongtong eventually came out with his usual sunny energy. He did the whole spiel about which massage oils were available. Honestly, I didn’t care. I sampled a couple to humour him and picked one just to keep things moving. He was in a great mood. Grinning, cheerful, clearly in a talkative zone. Which was cute but also mildly disarming. We climbed the stairs and I started with the usual pre-massage shower. He ducked out to grab some items and I got myself sorted. When he came back, we got started. He was more chatty this time. Told me about missing Songkran because of work. Said he’d been too busy, always finishing late. I’d heard the same thing from a few other boys and mamasans and it seems Songkran this year was just background noise to some who have to work. The massage itself had noticeably improved. Pressure was more consistent, strokes smoother, transitions more fluid. More importantly, he felt relaxed doing it. Not just going through the motions. He was also more comfortable speaking this time, which made the whole thing feel less like a transaction and more like reconnecting with someone who remembered you. And the cheeky extras? Let’s just say he had a few new tricks. One of them caught me so off guard I had to pause and mentally recalibrate. In a good way. The whole thing was smooth, intense, and well-paced. No rush, no shortcuts. Unlike last time, we actually used the full time I booked. That alone deserves applause. I left Ssense in a noticeably better mood. The kind where your shoulders feel lighter and your standards are temporarily restored. Tongtong had pulled it off. The place is staying on my list. Later that night, the logical part of me wanted to stay in. Order something, watch something, sleep early. But I knew the future me at the airport would be full of regret. So I made the lazy but correct decision to drag myself to Surawong. I had no plan. My strategy was simple: walk until someone grabbed me. Freshboys it was. The vibe was different. Songkran was over and the buzz had worn off. It felt like someone hit the volume knob. Still enough customers to not feel empty, but a noticeable drop. For the first time, you could actually see a few empty seats in the crowd. Low season energy creeping in early. I scanned the stage. There was Number 17, the guy who broke my heart and left me hanging the night before. Still smiling, still gorgeous. Then I saw 3X (let's call him that as I forgot his number). Another cute Vietnamese guy I met on a previous trip, the boy I had tried to off but the mamasan swooped in and blocked it who declared long-time offs are off-limits, as if I had asked for his kidneys. That moment had stuck with me ever since. This time, I wasn’t letting the chance to pass. Then I did something that looking back, I was not very proud of. I walked up to the stage with a pink bill. 17 saw me, smiled like he knew it was coming. I handed it to another boy. Just someone random. Then I turned and walked back to my seat. Might be silly but totally Felt like a power move. Also felt a bit petty. But sometimes petty keeps things interesting. Eventually I gave the signal to 3X and he came over. We chatted, he leaned in, there was some casual cuddling. The vibe was comfortable. Halfway through the show, before the mamasan could ruin it again, I confirmed the off and sent him to get dressed. I told him I’d wait outside. While waiting outside, out of nowhere, 17 approached me. He asked if I was going home. I said yes. He asked if he could come with me. I said I had already offed someone. He nodded and said next time I should choose him. I told him I had tried to off him the night before but he left. He scratched his head, gave me a sheepish look, and asked again if we could go out when I come back. I decided it's really silly to be acting like a disgruntled ex partner so I smiled sincerely and said sure. We ended up talking for a bit longer. He was unexpectedly pleasant. Way more relaxed than the night before. He actually seemed like someone you’d want to spend time with. Somewhere in that convo, I buried the silly melodrama I created in my head. Maybe he had a bad night. Maybe I did. Or maybe nothing brings a bar boy back down to earth faster than a half-empty club and the whiff of low season creeping in. When 3X finally arrived, I hesitated but gave 17 a tip anyway. A gesture. A peace treaty.It felt like a good note to end on. So, I ended my last night with 3X, no drama, no confetti or fireworks. Just the city winding down and me strolling and playing around with someone cute, like I had planned it all along. Because let’s be honest, sometimes the best way to leave Bangkok is quietly, without fanfare, and with a slight smugness knowing you just had the perfect, low-key send-off.

Just to clarify, it wasn’t the barely touched drink that bothered me—it was that he walked off barely five minutes into our conversation. I mean, I’m pretty sure I showered and brushed my teeth before going to the bar. 😆

I was salivating over boy big time 😂