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Here is a better view.

LOL That is my first long term boyfriend. He was from Brazil and this was in the 1990's. I took this with a 35mm camera on the top of a ladder in our living room. Funny things, years later, I found the photo being used as a flyer in Rio as an ad for a gay disco. I was stunned.

I agree with your sentiment. And, it would be nice if all comments were polite and kind. However, that is also not the real world. I was in a shop last week and someone called me fat. My feelings could have been hurt (but they weren't as I have stayed in Thailand too long) but I knew that was an option when I tried to buy clothes. I love trip reports and I know some get upset with what one person posts or how the post or what they say or show. I am just glad they are contributing and hope others will do the same. Having posted for many years I was berated a few hundred times for posting too much information and talking about expensive hotels, tips, etc. Over the years I just gloss over what I post and try not to tell people how much I tip or pay for hotels. However, I always know that some will be upset with whatever direction I take. And, I am OK with taking the criticism for the good of the community. Sure, it would be nice if everyone loved me, or at least liked me, or even ignored what I post they don't like. But, that doesn't happen in real life or on message boards.

I was a bit sick this week and went to hospital as I was dehydrated. I got 2 bags of fluids and meds and saw doctors and had test run. The bill at the end was less than 2k baht. That is just insane. Back in the USA, a trip to the emergency room would be well over 4k USD. This is the place I want to get sick in. Plus, I think I have a date with the nurse.

Your money, your business. This forum and other gay forums are known for coming down hard to big spenders. Partly, it is to ensure they don't have to pay more IMHO. But, I have never found in Thailand or other places, boys who did not know the difference between someone generous and someone who is a regular or someone who lives here. They know and they act accordingly. Tip any amount you feel and never regret helping a guy with money. They need it. They deserve it and if you have it, I find it admirable you are willing to share. They shared something great with you and to share something back to them I think is an amazing thing.

He is sexy. Thanks for the recommendation. I'll try.

He has a new Netflix movie and it is good. I think called The King.

4AM here and the worm is still sleeping in my bed. Yumm!

Yes, but there are so many guys here that are found by walking down the streets. I have rarely found that a guy someone likes or suggests is what I am looking for when I enter a bar, venue, etc. If I were in Milwaukee and there were professionals there, I'd take recommendations. But, when you have 100 meters of bar after bar with 30-100 guys, it is not hard to find someone who meets exactly what you want. IMHO

A good list of rules. Let me help. Do unto them as you would have them do if you were in their shoes and your income was exponentially greater than most will ever be.

Most guys are desirous of making more money. I do not see this forum as a means for them to accomplish that. For them to read all these longs postings in a language other than their native tongue would take some skills. Perhaps reading a good book would be a better use of their time. There are some posters who share information about boys to others and that gets them business. This is a good thing IMHO. I also see the Moonlight thread (among others) as a way to really promote that bar but not really all the boys. I think (and I may be wrong) but the forum does a good job at helping people find places and not specific people.

Tom, it is nice you got a tour. But, were there ulterior motives? Did you already reserve a room for a few days on opening week or were you just curious to see the place?

1. Depends on the bar. Usually 500 for the off from many bars in Bangkok. 2. You have to do a quick try for them all and see them on stage. Walk in have a drink and if not your type, leave. 3. Weekends are more boys but also more customers. I like them. But, I also find less competition through the week. 4. I hate them so I can't say much. Tawan has a good one as does Lucky Boys. 5. YES. Massage. Prince. Hero. and a tone of others. Massage minimum tip often 1000 or 1500 depending the place and then a fee for the room 500-800 depending as well. IMHO, cheapter and some amazing guys plus some great massages. In all the above, find a mamasan you like and have them give advice. Or, have someone interpret for you. Pattaya is cheaper than all the above for everything. Bangkok is king when it comes to numbers and variety.

Sure. Fill wallet with money. Go to bar. Find cute boy. Invite for drink. Talk and tell him what you want. If he agrees, take him. If not, tip him a few hundred baht and try another guy. Repeat. If he agrees, take him to your hotel. Enjoy pleasure. Tip him 2500 baht for short time. Send him away. Go out the next night. Repeat.

This does tell you how much the people from that area want a better life and different choices. It is heartbreaking for this story to unfold.

I have 5 friends at this event and they are having a blast! Taiwan is great and their gay pride is always amazing.

Great reports! Loved reading of your adventures and also like how you number things. Makes it easy to follow.

There are always ways to alleviate the cost of hotels in the city. You can easily still find good deals on hotels and accommodations. Flights are also reasonable if you plan in advance and keep checking the sites often. I put a Google alert on the flight times I want and it always saves me money.

Vinapu, that is the way I read it. You can't argue with science!

Steven, the comments from Graham are disgusting. But, IMHO, there is something the President has on him to get him to be so subservient.

Friendships are much different that love relationships. IMHO I have many guys I am friends with that are escorts. Too many to count. And, some of them are my best friend. But, I also knew how to separate a friendship from a lover. I find compartmentalizing very easy.

I do remember. And, I like your mantra. I have one right now that is pulling at my heart strings. He speaks perfect English and is fun and kind. But, he has no tattoos. So, not good for me. I need a bit of a bad boy to capture my attention.

Not just Thailand. I know a guy who was moving to Brazil years ago to live with his number 1 and he got down there and the boy wanted to live with him but in a home near his mother in the flavela. Not my style. I mean this guy's style. But, stupidity seems to be rampant around the world. Still, I would have been very happy just waking up to him each day. He was a stunner and I think you would remember him if I found a picture.

I think you will have a hard time getting Whatsapp numbers from anyone. Most do not give that info out as the boys don't post online and unless you are known by the posters personally, it is hard for anyone to place trust in sharing numbers. Plus, none use Whatsapp. Most use Line. And, you will find what you want if you go early and start at Hotmale and then wander around. Also, post on www.gayguides.com as that is the new Gay Thailand and if posters are in town, many are happy to meet up and share info with you in person. The Agree. More do now than before. I have had many boyfriends in Thailand and all speak good English. Most didn't when I met them but they learned fast. I think many still do but they have had foreign boyfriends and thus they can speak English now. You will not get good English from a boy from the country who is new to town and many are looking for that. I much prefer someone experienced and can have a conversation with me.