Chasing dreams and illusions - report of August 2019 trip

[vinapu]

Day 1

It’s almost 1 year since my last visit and this time I was particularly anxious to go to see all the changes in Bangkok scene and to a lesser degree in Pattaya as well. It’s also first time I went to Thailand in August so now it seems after 19 trips I have only Jan, Feb March and July to cover.

Arrival time was perfect, noon on Sunday. Immigration uncrowded  but still I was made waiting for my feather light suitcase to appear for good half an hour but that’s  immaterial inconvenience for me as very fact of being back made me happy , happy and of all things, happy,

Great exchange rates again at airport’s railway station so money exchanged, train, train and train nad in less than 1 hour I was marching, heart pumping,  from Sala Daeng  BTS through still empty Patpong 2  to see where all new bars are located. No,  soi Twilight it is not  but if I don’t have what I like , I like what I have.

My accommodation for first 2 nights was a bit more upscale than usual at AMARA hotel thanks to some unexpected windfall which I decided to spent on something nicer than I usually utilize. Whether it was worth it it’s debatable but I’m happy I did. I got assigned room on 16^th floor which means  a view covering good chunk of Bangkok  and Russian embassy located just under my window. Of course first step  after    taking possession  of room was to take elevator to top floor to see pool there. Nice indeed with even greater view, after all I paid for it although at end of day I did not use that pool during my stay perhaps because  water seemed too wet for me .

Room , while not very big was well organized and appointed including robes, iron and iron desk , everything shiny, washroom marbled, high quality toiletries ( mini bottle of shampoo I took from there lasted me whole 2 weeks trip ) so all in all , while I considered  staying there waste of money it was so pleasant that I may do it again in the future for 2-3 nights , just to treat myself and my guys. Amara is bit removed from Patpong but not by much and both Sala Daeng and Chong Nonsi are walking distance, even in heat. Red Planet hotel is right beside and has 7/11 store on the ground floor facing Suriwong.

Weather  was nice surprise and it  lasted whole 2 weeks, hot but not overwhelmingly with coll breezes and low humidity as per BKK standards.

Jet lag was a bit biting but not enough to go to the bed so spent some time hanging around in the room before setting off for first exploration. As it was darkening  it looked that it will be raining but before first drops I managed to reach Senso with high hopes M, my favorite  will be there. Opening door provided me with unexpected surprise  , Namu from Bangkok Massage soi Twilight, veteran of at least 10 massage and off sessions  was standing right there and as it happened  he is captain there now. Really nice surprise stamped with warm embraces.

M was upstairs with client so I opted for Jack, another muscular and smooth hunk for  1 hr, 1000 baht for massage , 1200 baht minimum tip session. Great opening  for this  trip and I was happy to reacquaint with him after perhaps 2 years  break. His good English helped to keep our  session  engaging but as we can suspect , talking was NOT our primary activity.  Normally I’m taking 1.5 hrs sessions but I hadn’t that much time at disposal because   bar hopping appointment with Christian PFC. Of course as always , when we were done who was present downstairs? M himself , obviously recalling me but we managed to exchange  smiles , hug , handshake and promise to return tomorrow. Great start to a trip thought I marching toward Foodland Patpong to eat something – my fist meal today   after breakfast in the aircraft.

Met Christian and our first stop was at Dreamboys, it was early  but there were several boys on the stage, partially obstructed  by sizable pole in the middle.  Can’t say I was very impressed by selection available but I spied very recommended # 65, muscular and smooth , fat free semi-god but soon after he was called by somebody who entered bar and spent his time there. Drinks  450.

Before show started  crowds were thickening  but we left for Screwboys. Drinks 300 only , tipped friendly mamasan 50. Twink lovers could be salivating but for me  there was nobody on the stage I’d be willing to take home, couldn’t see Yoyo, my  and not only mine favorite from there. I learned later that he moved to Lucky Boys. After 11 Christian left and I after short deliberation with myself  thinking Monnlight vs. Tawan  opted for the second. When entered (drink 400 ) show was about to finish which means finale  of J/O contest.

Not too many guys  but not surprising either considering it was Sunday , week day at Tawan. Typically there older and bigger guys  but  Tiger , veteran of few offs was there, spied me almost immediately  and it did not took long before his  drink arrived , indecent touches were initiated  and question “ I am going with you?” was asked.  Sure I mentioned Long Time  and he agreed but knowing life and him I did not have high hopes  to that to materialize. Few minutes later , Dam, dark skinned , fantastically smooth guy approached,  but all he could extract was 100 baht tip and my promise that on my next visit in the bar he will go with me. We will learn it happened.

Now Tiger and I are marching to hotel, not long trek from Tawan catching on  news  and complementing each other, he my haircut (what else? ) and I his muscles . Undisturbed by reception   we retired to a room for very energetic and pleasant session and of course after   2 hours some story was invented that he can’t stay till morning but I was expecting it first and jet lagged second, not to mention I have weak spot for Tiger so I let him to have his way and kissed him good bye. Walked him downstairs , asked reception to wake me up at 8.30 and returned  to bed to finish day 1.

[martinsen]

Most interesting report.  Why did you wait so long to post it?

You are a smart guy.  Just visit here for a while and return home.  Very wise.

[ggobkk]

Thanks for the report!

[jason1975]

Happy to finally read your report! Eagerly waiting the other installments!

[spoon]

Two guys right of the bat. I envy you and your stamina hehe

[jason1975]

So is Tiger considered one of the 11 LTs? Lol

[vinapu]

7 hours ago, martinsen said:

Most interesting report.  Why did you wait so long to post it?

You are a smart guy.  Just visit here for a while and return home.  Very wise.

So long ?

I just returned late Sunday so needed some time to convert my notes made there to regular report. It will take a while before I finish it so be patient.

As for second part , while I love Thailand and it's people, I love my 4 season and I doubt I'd like to live permanently in country with constant heat. 

To be fair during my whole trip weather was excellent with only 2 major disruptive  rains and only few  days when after day of wandering I returned to the hotel with sweaty shirt.

[vinapu]

5 hours ago, jason1975 said:

So is Tiger considered one of the 11 LTs? Lol

answer is NO

[vinapu]

6 hours ago, spoon said:

Two guys right of the bat. I envy you and your stamina hehe

as you know I'm just grumpy old men who is afraid to be alone in the room when  midnight strikes

[anddy]

14 hours ago, spoon said:

Two guys right of the bat. I envy you and your stamina hehe

standard vinapu performance   - but I do envy it too haha

[vinapu]

Day 2

Before reception called me I was up already admiring my view from 16^th floor. Went for breakfast, very opulent affair with multitude of Asian and Western  treats including pastries and plenty of fresh fruit. It was included in my rate  but even when purchased for 350 if I recall it would be worth expense. Next step  was short walk to Maha Nakhon to see Bangkok from above and step on that newly famous glass floor.

Till end of Sept that have very attractive rate for over 60, 250 baht only which I abused  mercilessly going there six times during my trip.  I was at 10 am. on the dot, no crowds , few of us in elevator and when we reached 74 floor it was that WOW!!! Factor with excellent view as weather was pretty good and visibility even better. Bit excited I wrapped my sandals in show covers they provide , took deep breath and went for that glass. OMG , it is something being there and looking at all those high rises deep below.

I spent good 2 hours there identifying  known and unknown objects and was shaken to see that such landmark as Wat Arun from there is barely visible point on river bank. For good while couldn’t  even locate Golden Mount. As Christian said before in his blog , not a boring moment there.

Words of advice: morning hours are much , much , much less crowded than afternoon and evenings so be there early when they open at 10. If you afraid of heights there are two levels a bit below,  fully glassed  from where vista are as exciting as from top . If it’s raining, with first drop whole top level , not only glass is closed so if that’s important for you wait for sun to return. For those complaining about drink prices in the bars, draft beer on the top cost 330 so have your drink at 7/11 before venturing up . No , you can’t take any liquid with you . And if worst , God forbid , happens , it will be only 8 seconds before you hit ground 314 meters below.

Before you go down , a must is a visit to the toilet  on the same levels elevator down are. That the toilet with a VIEW. Multitasking lovers  can pee and admire vista from 300 m above at the same time.

Upon  exit you are taken to 3 levels of maze of duty free stores, which by the way can be reached without buying ticket if you decide to buy something after all. Prices are high  but refrigerator magnet is only 20 baht and you have 4 or 5 different to choose from. Lowest level  of shops is very nice Thai souvenir section.

Warning, right after passing security upon entry  you are invited to have your picture taken. It’s not mandatory  but if you opt for it , when taken down  you will be invited to purchase bit tacky but still nice set of three pictures of you above for 500 baht .

to be continued , in meantime few pictures of what we are talking about

yes, that's me , surveying that 8 seconds chasm

intriguing picture is of evacuation staircase , all 74 floors down

[vinapu]

acting on question from member here is some additional information:

If you over 60, admission now till end of Sept is 250  , regular is posted as 765 but during my stay they were giving 10 %  off so it was 690. It looks that those prices are dynamic and they change them according to demand, perhaps that 10% is weekdays only I have impression I heard that but not sure. Anyways it's worth even 1000 in my opinion and I'd fork it , may be not so many times as I did this trip . There's no limit to stay  , whole day is fine.

[Boy69]

On line booking is $ 30 ,So it's cheaper if I just arrive there and buy a ticket ( I am not over 60 year old)?

[vinapu]

48 minutes ago, Boy69 said:

On line booking is $ 30 ,So it's cheaper if I just arrive there and buy a ticket ( I am not over 60 year old)?

Yes , 765 baht and  you mat receive that 10% discount.

That 30 $ may be price for October or later , I bought few of my tickets on-line while still at home and price was the same

[DrimVoiz]

Vinapu, I've been waiting 4 ur report, thank you!!! I'm fulfilled u visited New Dreamboys and met my boy there, u-know-who, lol...

I'm also looking 4ward 2 Screwboys on my next trip, twink is a music 2 my ear, just like muscles, haa haa...

As usual, great report!!!   

[Boy69]

I am only into 18 to 24 years old slim twinks besides Lucky Boys and Screw Boys any other recommendations ?

[faranglaw]

On 9/12/2019 at 5:03 AM, vinapu said:

as you know I'm just grumpy old men who is afraid to be alone in the room when  midnight strikes

Oh! You are ABBA! 

[vinapu]

43 minutes ago, Boy69 said:

I am only into 18 to 24 years old slim twinks besides Lucky Boys and Screw Boys any other recommendations ?

Hot Male, Fresh Boys and Banana boys in soi 4 

[DrimVoiz]

Vinapu, I just noticed ur title, should it be 2019??? Maybe ur so excited on ur recent trip    

[vinapu]

1 hour ago, DrimVoiz said:

Vinapu, I just noticed ur title, should it be 2019??? Maybe ur so excited on ur recent trip    

YOU ARE RIGHT !!

 

not as much excitement as I started this report deep in the night and that's miserable result. Perhaps Michael can change it.

[vinapu]

Day 2 continued

Thank you to Drim for pointing out that my trip was very recent , not in 2018 as in tittle so hopefully administration will be able to correct my mistake.

After 2 hours on the top of Bangkok I hit the ground again with first steps to see boarded up, ready to be demolished soi Twilight. Sad picture indeed , specially the banner announcing ‘ this soi will go on for another 6 years ‘ is still hanging above the former  entrance . Bo no amount of tears will return soi to it’s former  glory so  winding my way through Patpongs and Silom  I returned to the hotel to get some jet lag curing rest.

At 4 p.m. second shot at M at Senso but bad luck again, he is not there. But I’m so decided to engage Tim, recommended by few posters. On the website he looks more massive than in reality, he is rather n twinky side  but still great find ! I had some pain in my right calf lingering for couple weeks  and pointed it out to him . He spent there perhaps 20 minutes and it looks removed whatever caused it for good. Now , almost 3 weeks later still all perfect. Not that he is good only in massage . He certainly  knows how to boil  blood while massaging so all in all great and satisfying session , we even find time for 15 minutes of just quiet embraces. That’s advantage of 1.5 hr sessions. 1490 for the house, 2000 tip for the guy, well deserved .

When ready to leave quite heavy rain started so I outwaited it over 200 baht bottle of beer, while heavy it did not last long. From there stroll to Silom, in mouth of soi 4 I noticed that my regular from Nakarat is on duty so for old times sake decided to have another 1 hr massage session.  He remembered me and my antics and result of session was long time engagement for tonight. I promised to pick him up after his shift.

From there you guessed rightly I went straight to Maha Nakhon again , this time to check how Bangkok looks from above in the dark. Let me tell you , looks great with all those lights and screens  on the buildings but for first times I think daytime option would be more rewarding. And of course crowds, it was easily 3-4 times more people than in the morning on all levels. Glass was closed so it looks it’s only open during daylight . Another, third  point for daytime visit. After 45 minutes of enjoyment up in the sky I marched to meet ChristianPFC for our traditional pizza meals at Madrid Tavern in Patpong 1.

Always pleasure and pizza is great, each of us ordered different one and we shared  half each.  Brief visit at only remaining Patpong 1 boy bar Sweet Banana or something but we weren’t that impressed  by what we saw to continued to Lucky Boys. Big bar, quite empty as it was early but closer to the show it become more packed for Monday.   Twinks there are not my specialty but #37 got my customary 100 baht tip for the best guy. Famous mamasan Lucy tried to entertain us   and extract some tips but my message ‘ I like girls “ was received as it should and she departed  our table soon enough.  I  was told that Yoyo from Screwboys moved to this bar but did not see that great guy on the stage which was perhaps blessing as I had already guy arranged. We left just before show,  at mouth of soi 4 my guy was waiting for me so Christian went his  way and buy and me headed for Foodland for last supper before fun.

No fuss at Amara lobby , elevator up and as they say we hit the sheets  but while massages by him were always great and fun, tonight  both of us lacked spark. My jet lag perhaps , he could be new to idea of long time  or even going with customer so it was nice and soothing experience but lacking heat a bit with guy spending a lot of time in the toiled just playing on his phone. ( I woke up to empty bed  and went here to see him and his glowing phone in the dark. )

 Bit weird  but not as bad as it sounds, partially as reward  for tonight’s company , partially for excellent memories from the past encounters  I let it go, asked him to come  for breakfast and promised to take him , you guessed it right , to Maha Nakhon. At 6 am he left promising to return at 9 and I got 3 more hours of sleep and this is how day 2 finished.

 

[DrimVoiz]

Ur welcome Vinapu, and its only a minor typo error in the title, what's important is your very interesting report which we all enjoy, thank you!!!

[GoldMember]

I'm thrilled to read this so close to my trip! This report eases the pain of waiting :)

Vinapu, Hope to have overlapping dates sometime in the near future. keep up the good work. 

[ichigo]

Nice report! It was great to read about your visits to Mahanakhon as I'm also planning to go there on my upcoming trip, and good tip about getting there early to avoid the crowds too.

[vinapu]

Day 3

At 9 am I went downstairs  to find my guy  waiting already  so we went for breakfast as planned. He caused a bit of sensation  wearing singlet showing all his impressive biceps heavily tattooed .

I noticed few condemning stares but also few jealous , after all  me, guy past his prime with such a hunk  is nothing to be ashamed thought I.

But this being Bangkok everybody knows what is going on and says nothing. Personnel  just checked if I had room for two and did not create any fuss. From there march to the tower, elevator up and it turned up it will not be as much fun as we both expected. He turned out to be afraid of heights and it was plainly visible with quite a sweating.  So I did not even try to drag him to the glass and went there alone.

At least wit did not leave him , when I commented that such big guy should be more brave , answer was “ I big outside but  small inside”, very shrewd.

Back to the ground, he went to work and I to hotel  to pack my meager possessions  and check out at 12 on the dot. Nobody accuses me I did not utilize my paid time at Amara. It was pleasure to stay  there , not only  because it was sole  hotel that trip with breakfast included.

My next destination was Pattaya and my hotel Classrooms , one above ABomb with their check in at 3 pm policy and it was additional reason I did not rush to leave Amara. My mean to get there recently is an airport bus to Jomtien so back to BTS and airport train. Perfect timing there, next bus in 10 minutes and there are still seats available, barely time to go to the loo and I was on my way.

In Jomtien I caught songtaew  to Central Pattaya and in few minutes I was already on reception. I got room on 2nd floor , just above the bar but it turned noise free. I like Classrooms because rooms are very spacious and well appointed with microwave and cutlery, there’s sitting area and the best – entry is by the side door and card so it’s quite discreet.

Jet lag wise it was my worst day so I took afternoon easy but being hungry I went to Alt Heidelberg on Beach Rd for my customary schnitzel there and took it easy until about 8 p.m. when life came back to me. Shaved and showered I went to Boyztown around the corner to find it depressingly  empty. Parked at Castro over bottle of Chang l felt sorry for massage boys from all three places, more than dozen of them on duty and to customer in sight. 

After 9 it become bit busier , williewillie showed up so we caught with  the news, than I noticed Vessey passing by so I rushed to greet him even if we never met but I had his picture. At 10 p.m I entered BBB to see that stage was crowded with boys , all fully dressed with exception of few showing torsos , jeans galore and no numbers , no name tags even.  But my guys from the past Art and Keow were there with Art recognizing me immediately and even more important  - one of guys without shirt was extremely handsome Cambodian I noticed when I was there in Jun 2018 and commented on in my report here.

Goal for Pattaya part of this trip was hastily established – that guy must be in my room at one point.

Drink 350, second drink 160, off fee 500. Show is rather new formula  with 4 athletic types performing  in the first number, hunks all. BBoys were there and one of them , sizable fatty was hero of the performance, it’s amazing how guy of his size can still fly in the air. After show I motioned Art for  a drink and soon after off we went to my room .

He is hot guy but tonight somehow sparks were lacking so after perhaps 1-1.5 hr together  he left.

Having a rest in the afternoon I did not feel sleepy so wanted to go to Walking Street  but somehow I took wrong turn and landed at XBoys Pattaya right after show finished. Few guys on the stage  , all in smiles trying to bring my attention to their attributes  but I spied # 50 , pretty tall and well built , bit hairy on the legs   , baseball hat capped and most important all in broad smiles . It was late so motion to join me , drink  ordered ( mine 280, his 300), off  fee 500, LT available , deal sealed and soon after  we were marching to my room. Very active and pleasant to be with so day 3 was crowned  with great find.