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I agree mostly with this approach, but with the caveat that it's not for everyone. i negotiate high-dollar deals for a living, and have done so for over 25 years at this point, so more than 1/2 of my life has been spent studying the other side of the bargaining table for the best win-win and best goods for the best value. It takes a bundle of things to make that work: usually, if the parties get along, it's better (that could be mutual physical attraction, sexual chemistry or just the personalities clicking), or if it is unilateral (which is often more than not), making the other party think that they are getting more than their equal value (even if you were prepared to shell out more). I would agree that nickeling and diming a garoto for a difference in payment for services that basically amounts to only $5-$6 USD, to me, is absurd -- and would probably ruin the experience. Most people are not going to be as experienced in the art of negotiation as I or Tomcal, though -- and a language barrier might make that task seem more daunting of an effort when you are not actually there to experience it. However, I am here to tell you that, once you are there, inside the sauna, it's really not all that challenging. You're not going to be wholesale ripped off in the sauna by garotos. They are mostly friendly, approachable and there to make money -- and if there is a communication gap between you two, trust me -- when it comes to the almighty dollar, they will help you come to an agreement with them or move on if they cannot. I am pretty well-traveled and experienced in this scene in multiple countries. I have often invited some travel buddies who are less experienced (but not shy). All of them were quick learners at the saunas.

Re: what we pay: I look at it this way, if i am not asking you to pay my bill then its none of your business what i pay! Iunderstand Beebies wanting to know but when i started coming to Rio 15 years ago we had to learn on our own and thats still not a bad idea! Everyone is different what they pay, and depending on your experience, and how easily you fall for the sob stories! It's amazing how many garotos grandmothers need heat surgery! Much greater then the national average by at least 10 fold!! LOL! Seriously i have foumd it is so individual! Do what you think is best not someone like me or anybody on here! I have A good friend who makes about 1/5 as much as myself and a couple of other close friends do, yet he pays T least 50% more! Why? 1) his personality doesn't give the boys the idea they will enjoy their time with him as much as with me or the other friends so they ask for more! I never ask a guy how much! I find someone i like i take them up to a room, after we are done i hand him the monney and turn to leave saying "if you would like something to drink i will be in the bar". I have NEVER had a guy come. asking after me asking for more! (caveat here, as badboy has said i am well known and the boys all talk! More then we do so they are probably aware what they are going to get paid!) But my friend on the other hand does this: he says to the boy "is $100r. Enough? What 20 year old is going to say yeah??!! They always go No it is $200. Or whatever the higher amount they are seaking is!

Well, Bobbalino, it's a good account, truncated or not. But if the pay is just peanuts to you, it isn't to the workers. So why not spread the wealth, especially as they both worked so hard?

I wonder if those who have children and grandchildren are laughing.

tasso has valid points. Like I said in a previous post, visiting is quite different from living here. Every week, I look at my work and social schedule and I plan my customary 2-3 dates accordingly. I am thus able to plan in advance, and give the guys some notice. There is another peculiarity about the escort market in Prague: the boys rely mainly on visitors, because local clients are rare (the Czechs hire very, very little according to what my boys tell me). That is why they go to Zurich or Germany. In addition to my pleasant disposition, my bed talents , and my money (how could I forget that? ), the fact that I am local is what makes me such a rare pearl to the boys. I like my regulars and, even if I throw new cards into the lot from time to time, I am very loyal to them. Sort of a steady income which they appreciate. I just came back from a terrific, fantastic, awesome meeting with one of them (sorry, no kiss and tell, because he no longer advertises) which, according to my anally --pun intended-- meticulous records, was our 35th time together in a year and a half. Yes, I am a very happy camper, I am.

Well, I live in Prague and I do not completely disagree. I can understand the frustration. I believe there is a big difference between visting this city and living here. I have built a very nice group of regulars and extras, and I sometimes do not have enough time to play as much as I would like. I am not --and have never been-- into the bar and club scene, so I cannot provide first hand information on it, but I have heard comments similar to the ones expressed by Townsend. Yes, I am a VERY happy camper in Prague. Different strokes....