Keithambrose

I often give it physically to the cleaner, if we coincide, so to speak. Establishes a slight bond.

Thanks! I'm only there 3 days, so condo not really on.

I received the same advice!

True. I just enjoy wandering around the streets having a beer etc. not so easy in Brazil, but I was ok in Copacabana, if I stayed on the beach road.

But are there any 4 star hotels, or better, within walking distance of the gay areas? I like a bit of comfort!

Shame to miss out on the sights, sounds and smells of Thailand.

Agreed, I always do that. Sometimes give money at beginning, which helps!

I have a cash card, which I can load in local currency, so no foreign currency surcharge. Reduces cash needed. Can withdraw bshtveadily from ATM. Saves quite a bit.

I agree, but Government already backtracking!

Indeed!

One of the great exchanges!

Indeed!

If you look at the Blowing Wind website, recommended by PeterRS, a Singaporean based website, there are some graphic descriptions of encounters in these hostels. Interestingly, bearing in mind the comments on here about ageing farang, most of the posters on BW are young, and come to Bangkok for sex!

I agree, but some of the guides, such as Mac, are good, and can do with the business.

Fun reading little children pretending to be adults!

I think it may vary!

Tip of the iceberg, I fear!

In UK, 5 days became the norm. Problem with fever, or symptoms, is you may have neither. I tested positive after two friends tested positive, but I had no fever or symptoms!

Indeed!

Hanoi version just looked a bit dull, to me at least!

Nor mine!

First of many?

Thanks. I intend to try this in January. I tried the yellow line a few months ago, and was impressed!

Thanks! That one looks more appetising! I may yet try it in Foodland 7 stars with vinapu!

Thanks. Good tip!