First Trip Report: Bangkok September 2023

[CallMeLee]

I have been a reader of this forum for many years and have benefited greatly from such rich information from active posters - My holidays to Europe, South America and Asia particularly Thailand have been fun and extra spicy because of info generously shared here. Now I feel compelled to share my recent Thailand experience to hopefully help out and keep the info following.

Please note that English is my second language and I would like to apologise in advance for any grammatical and other errors. Please be kind to me ❤️

I spent 12 glorious days in Bangkok but I will only be writing about days with spicy bits so as not to bore you people with my other vanilla shenanigans.

Day 1

Arrived at Suvarnabhumi mid morning and immigration lines are flowing smoothly. Quite pleased that they no longer require those arrival cards. I always feel paranoid losing that other half  you need to show upon departure. 

After sorting out Sim card and mobile, I marched straight to the designated airport pick up spot as per email sent by the klook app. Pick-up was efficient and after a couple of minutes, I am already in the middle of Bangkok traffic giddily planning what and where to go next.

Check-in with air bnb was straightforward. Maybe because its low season, they allowed early check-in. I'm a bit wary with air bnb's legal status in Thailand. However, I am working remotely and hotel wifi is highly unreliable from experience.

After checking-in, I decided to give the classics a try so off to Arena I go. My trifecta used to be Arena, Prince and Hero - still wishing Hero will be back!

While walking towards Silom Plaza, I can't help but notice how much  cannabis shops have setup and mushroomed everywhere! Not my scene but it was surprising how the number quickly grew since I visited last year.

As I enter Arena, things flow like clockwork, The Uncle will ask you to sit by the couch, show you that Dogeared rate sheet and will try to sell you the most expensive package. Why do I have to pay 300thb more just for a different type of oil? I would rather use that to tip my man of the day and get better outcome later. While this is happening, them masseurs will assemble in front trying to get your attention. I always tell myself to calm down and take my time but I always feel low-key flustered with the attention which forces me to hastily make my selection.

I chose this cute guy with a toned built. He introduced himself as Tom. He then asked me to shower and he stepped out of the room. I was quite disappointed that he didn't join. He returned with his massage stuff and took a shower before starting the massage.

The massage itself was uneventful. It's that usual routine where they seem to focus on your leg area. I was starting to get bored and started yawning (so tired from my 13hr flight) and I think Tom took it as a cue to start the more interesting phase. He compensated well on his lack of massage skills and was quite surprised when he initiated a kiss. His body to body massage is quite good together with other things that comes with it. He then asked if I can make him cum  which I gladly obliged. I must say it must be his first one for the day!

I left Arena quite satisfied and decided to walk through Surawong to plan what tonight will hold. Had a quick bite at Foodland and took a taxi back to my place for a quick nap.

Waking up refreshed, I made my way to Hotmale. I must've arrived too early and the selection that night looks not that promising. I made a mental note to give it another chance and visit it again later. I then went inside screwboys purely out of curiosity. The place was smaller and that night seemed to attract a lot of smokers. I'm not a delicate person but I really struggle with cigarette smoke. There's quite a number of potential offs but I am not in the mood tonight for reason I don't know. I made my way out and had a good yarn with one cute  waiter from Laos. We exchanged Line which led to a number of proposals later to meet and be his boyfriend!

Decided to call it a night and grab a coffee from Starbucks while waiting for my taxi. Starbucks is now open 24 hours compared to closing at around 8pm last year. Sign that things are indeed normalising?

Overall, first night feels like a success even if i am going home alone. My session in Arena I guess is enough to cap off my night.

[TotallyOz]

1 hour ago, CallMeLee said:

I spent 12 glorious days in Bangkok but I will only be writing about days with spicy bits so as not to bore you people with my other vanilla shenanigans.

 

Great report. However, you can share the vanilla too. We like it all here.

[scott456]

1 hour ago, TotallyOz said:

Great report. However, you can share the vanilla too. We like it all here.

He works remotely while in Thailand.

[vinapu]

4 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

as not to bore you people with my other vanilla shenanigans.

don't worry about boring anybody. Sometimes vanilla may produce very valuable information, how to get from A to B, that particular restaurant is closed on Wednesdays or that one can't wear short at Grand Palace and so on.

4 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

He then asked me to shower and he stepped out of the room. I was quite disappointed that he didn't join.

You could ask him then if he will  shower with you and wait for his return. Been there , done that

5 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

 

(so tired from my 13hr flight)

What ? !!! Count your blessings

5 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

 I made my way to Hotmale. I must've arrived too early and the selection that night looks not that promising. I made a mental note to give it another chance and visit it again later.

what time you went there? hope you returned some other day  as their selection is quite eye pleasing 

 

thank you for great report, makes me missing my Suriwong / Silom  walks even more

[TMax]

Thanks for your report, enjoyed reading it 

[floridarob]

11 hours ago, vinapu said:

makes me missing my Suriwong / Silom  walks even more

I'm going to BKK for a week from Pattaya today, you still have time to take a flight and meet me there before I leave......

[vinapu]

I got it but it looks is not going to happen. For this fall I put strict price limit on airfare I'm willing to pay and unfortunately nothing is even coming close. 

Rest assured , still trying as one never knows. 

Make sure to visit new SOL bar and yes , report your findings please

[TomNg]

1 hour ago, vinapu said:

I got it but it looks is not going to happen. For this fall I put strict price limit on airfare I'm willing to pay and unfortunately nothing is even coming close. 

Rest assured , still trying as one never knows. 

Make sure to visit new SOL bar and yes , report your findings please

what is the new SOL bar ?  Is that a new boy bar in Silom area?

[Department_Of_Agriculture]

3 hours ago, TomNg said:

what is the new SOL bar ?  Is that a new boy bar in Silom area?

Thank you making my point about the pointlessness of having a separate "Gay Thailand Businesses" section which is missed by most readers, viewers and visitors. It is often overlooked; even by someone like you who has been on this site for eight years...
 

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An excellent thread, but many casual visitors will miss it since most never realise that there is a separate "Gay Thailand Businesses" section. I have never really understood the logic of that. You do, after all, have people posting about visits to massage parlours in the Gay Thailand section as well as massage place reviews here. There is no natural division.

This thread would probably sit more sensibly in the Gay Thailand section, particularly since you have had people adding in what are essentially trip report notes rather than actual Comings and Goings of Bangkok venues. Besides, it would definitely be of broad and general interest.

Nice to see the old Dream Boy site coming back to life. I miss having my view blocked by that giant pillar.

 

SOL is indeed a new bar that has opened in the old Dream Boy location.

 

 

[CallMeLee]

18 hours ago, vinapu said:

what time you went there? hope you returned some other day  as their selection is quite eye pleasing 

9ish on a weekday after a heavy rain. Not a good combo I reckon. I did gave it a second go and that was a good decision!

[CallMeLee]

Day 2

My body clock decided to wake me up at 5am. Not ideal but I decided to make use of the time to go to 7-11 and fill the fridge with provisions for me and my future boy du jour. Received a notification that my two work meetings were cancelled which means I suddenly have the full day to myself without anything planned.

Realised that it will be the best timing to finally try Jay Fai's cooking.  Turned out to be a good decision as I came to know later that they closed down for like two weeks the day after.

There's already a short queue when I arrived. Had a pleasant chat with another travelling lone wolf while waiting for the place to open. Decided that we'll share and split the bill so we can order more. We were so committed to stay in the queue that we had coffee delivered via grabfood while waiting! Overall, the food was worth the wait. It is on the pricier side though - average one gogo bar entry per order and the crab omelette which was so heavenly - equivalent to one boy massage tip not included. 

With my stomach full, I can now craft today's game plan. I checked out S'sense and immediately shortlisted three. Given their availability, I booked a cutie named Knott for a two hour session in the afternoon.

S'sense turned out to be a contrast with my experience in Arena. While both enjoyable, S'sense gives out a more spa like vibe compared to Arena's more rough and Spartan atmosphere.

Prior to starting, Knott asked what extra I will avail. From the line message, there are minimum tips for extras you will require. I was surprised at first but looking back, I realised talking about it upfront made things flow smoothly. Of course I chose the body to body extra 900 minimum tip.

And Knott turned out to be a gem! His massage skills is top notch and you can judge by his long massage strokes that he knows his stuff.  The way he used his elbows, arms, palm and knuckles was so skillful I started to relax and actually enjoy the session. He was so attentive as well. He asked me if I was cold - however I was so lazy to request for the vent to be turned the other way so I just said I'm ok. When he touched my skin, he chuckled and said "No you lie, you cold!" and adjusted the air-conditioning.

The extras were so good as well. He's a well built guy so the extras was more than enjoyable. He's very generous with his body and initiated kissing amongst other things. When we both finished, there's still half an hour left so we got cleaned up and he continued the massage. I don't know why but I felt a bit shy when he kissed me on the forehead to signal the end of the massage. Needless to say he received more than the minimum tip from me!

I stepped out of S'sense feeling rejuvenated and my jetlag melted. Made my way back to the apartment planning what the night will look like.

[vinapu]

38 minutes ago, CallMeLee said:

I stepped out of S'sense feeling rejuvenated and my jetlag melted. Made my way back to the apartment planning what the night will look like.

we are waiting patiently  to find out fruit of that planning

[moistmango]

1 hour ago, CallMeLee said:

There's already a short queue when I arrived. Had a pleasant chat with another travelling lone wolf while waiting for the place to open. Decided that we'll share and split the bill so we can order more. We were so committed to stay in the queue that we had coffee delivered via grabfood while waiting! Overall, the food was worth the wait. 

 

What time did you get to JF, and how long did you have to wait before being seated? They've stopped taking reservations, I hear.

[vinapu]

2 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

9ish on a weekday after a heavy rain. Not a good combo I reckon. I did gave it a second go and that was a good decision!

9ish  is bit too early for any bar if one wants to assess of what's available. Fun still can be had though

[CallMeLee]

36 minutes ago, moistmango said:

What time did you get to JF, and how long did you have to wait before being seated? They've stopped taking reservations, I hear.

Half past seven if I remember correctly. 

[scott456]

10 hours ago, vinapu said:

I got it but it looks is not going to happen. For this fall I put strict price limit on airfare I'm willing to pay and unfortunately nothing is even coming close. 

Rest assured , still trying as one never knows. 

Make sure to visit new SOL bar and yes , report your findings please

What's your price limit on the airfare?

And price limit on boy tip as well?

[vinapu]

25 minutes ago, scott456 said:

What's your price limit on the airfare?

And price limit on boy tip as well?

1150 USD, applicable till mid Nov 2023  

as for boy it depends of him but theoretically it would be whatever I have on me on that  day I meet him.

Practically so far never more than 5000.

 

[scott456]

3 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

 

 

Look good.  I will book him on my next trip.

[CallMeLee]

Day 2.5

To resist the urge of showing up in the bar early, I tried to distract myself by focusing on work and when that proved to be futile, decided to switch to the apps.

Grindr got a reasonable buffet of guys with varying rates quoted with the most common ranging from 1500 to 2000. This can be argued as reasonable if you account for savings from not having to pay entrance, drinks and off fee. But where is the fun in that? What caught my fancy was a good drizzling of gorgeous African guys. This reminded me of how much I miss and want to go back to Brazil but plane fare remains laughably high from where I came from (even my SA friends are unable to visit home).

I exchanged message with one of them who said he's from Ghana. He quoted 4000 and I responded with a non committal reply as I have plans to be out and about that night. We traded WhatsApp details just in case.

When i can no longer contain my excitement, I decided to taxi towards Surawong and treat myself to a foot massage. At least I can enjoy people watching while someone got firm hold of my feet preventing me from marching straight to the bars!

After the massage, I decided to head to Tawan. The nice beret wearing Uncle hastily ushered me inside while trying to explain that it's a "BDSM boy show" I responded with a wink and  he smiled. The interior did not change since I visited last year. I noticed though that there's a set of stairs leading to a second floor/platform/stage. Not sure if it's new or I didn't notice it previously as I was sitting quite far inside away from the stage last time.

One thing I appreciate with Tawan is the fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The guys roam around socialising with guests. I even saw one guest with his hands inside the guy's short for like forever. No judgement but I hope he gets an off or a generous tip! 

Maybe I'm getting old but I swear Tawan's clientele especially the Asians are getting younger and younger. My gaze was low-key fixated to a couple of cute twunk until I reminded myself my intention of being here. 

From my peripheral vision I saw a Tawan guy sat beside me but I tried to play it cool. He then introduced himself as Tun (?) and a couple of minutes later, when he starts getting comfy and cheeky, his hand found its way under my shirt giving me massage and whatnots. We kept on chatting during the show reminiscing how the old site across the street was better and how Tawan is now mainly a "show bar" and how rarely they get boy drinks or offed now. I just shrugged my shoulder saying that maybe its low season and hopefully things will be better for him in a few months. He said most guys in the bar goes for around 3500 to 4000 with a few going as low as 3000. I nodded and just gave him a smile.

I was really enjoying my time with him when my phone starts beeping. I stepped out and it was the Ghanian guy who suddenly had a change of heart and lowered his rate to 2500. You gotta love lean season! With that information, I tipped my Tawan guy and bid Surawong good night.

I was a bit paranoid meeting with this Ghanian guy because I'm in an air bnb outside the Silom area and I'm not sure how the guards will react when I bring a guy to my unit. My fear turned out to be unfounded as we even got a smile and a salute from the one of the security guys when we entered. You gotta love Thailand!

In the apartment, we wasted no time and things escalated and got steamy quite quickly. The session was so intense and tender at the same time. He looks much better in person and well built. I could just look at him the whole day. However, there's still that Brasilian or specifically a Carioca "factor" missing from the experience. I can't explain it.

We had a good chat after and I was getting wary that the post-play chat is taking quite a while he might be thinking of staying the night? It's a personal policy that I don't let people I met first time via app to stay overnight - only those working in the bars or GP Sauna in Brazil once I have done my due diligence.

So I pretended and said that I would like to go out and eat and asked him what his plans are. I think he got my cue and said that he'll be making his way home. I paid as agreed plus a reasonable tip. He's too gorgeous not to be given a tip to be honest.

After sending him on his way, I went back to my room and gave myself a high five for a productive day two!

[Bkkboi]

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anyone keen to join also please approach me with your telegram id..

[vinapu]

8 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

Grindr got a reasonable buffet of guys with varying rates quoted with the most common ranging from 1500 to 2000. This can be argued as reasonable if you account for savings from not having to pay entrance, drinks and off fee. But where is the fun in that?

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I exchanged message with one of them who said he's from Ghana. He quoted 4000

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One thing I appreciate with Tawan is the fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The guys roam around socialising with guests. I even saw one guest with his hands inside the guy's short for like forever. No judgement but I hope he gets an off or a generous tip! 

.........

Maybe I'm getting old but I swear Tawan's clientele especially the Asians are getting younger and younger.

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We kept on chatting during the show reminiscing how the old site across the street was better and how Tawan is now mainly a "show bar" and how rarely they get boy drinks or offed now. I just shrugged my shoulder saying that maybe its low season and hopefully things will be better for him in a few months. He said most guys in the bar goes for around 3500 to 4000 with a few going as low as 3000.

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I was really enjoying my time with him when my phone starts beeping. I stepped out and it was the Ghanian guy who suddenly had a change of heart and lowered his rate to 2500.

..........

 I'm not sure how the guards will react when I bring a guy to my unit. My fear turned out to be unfounded as we even got a smile and a salute from the one of the security guys when we entered.

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It's a personal policy that I don't let people I met first time via app to stay overnight - only those working in the bars

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gave myself a high five for a productive day two!

very productive day indeed , congratulation on not wasting precious vacation time.

Even bigger congratulation on excellent trip report, high five from me on both accounts.

While some members swear by apps  I agree with you that monetary savings are not compensating  from fun of chase in the real world be it bar, spa or just a street. But I guess it may depend on price one is willing to pay for his fun.

Few  people mentioned that Africans, being somewhat rarity  are quoting higher than local trade. Not necessarily illogical but as your adventure  proves market still works and yes , if we are too stingy we may lose the boy but if boy is too greedy he may lose his customer. Most likely Ghanaian decided that on this evening it's better to get still handsome 2500 than risk of getting nothing.

Glad you are  supporting what i always say loudly that Tawan is friendliest bar of them all.   It's boys may not be everybody's taste , it goes with every bar but atmosphere is still friendly and engaging in  more than one way.

I also noticed than , at least Asian part of clientele is getting younger to extend that if bar was less friendly my white hair soon would feel out of place.

As for tip for getting intimate , sadly some of customers forget their obligation and tip stingily or nothing. On one of may last visits there was farang sitting with boy for more than hour exploring contents of his briefs in quite a detail and after he left boy sitting with me told me he left his friend with nothing. On another hand If I intend to off boy I don't tip him for sitting with me, logic being he will get his tip soon. Indeed in Tawan if I came with intention of offing particular guy I don't even but him  a drink preferring to entertain his bar friends and he is still content with knowledge his off tonight is secured.

Guys complaining about lack of drinks, offs and tips are part and parcel of whole experience. We all heard it plenty. Then we come three month later and guy in question is  showing his new motorcycle (not motorbike, mind you ) and quite shiny smartphone too.  Truth is though, luck is not distributed evenly and they may go weeks or even months without an off. I tipped one Tawan guy I offed previously just for being there and boy I was sitting with told me he is glad I tipped  his friend because he did not have an off for 2 months.

as for anxiety related to guards don't forget what oils everything and 100 baht tip on day 1 or 2  does the trick. The same goes with cleaning ladies. As matter of policy I never leave those tips until departure, rather prefer to do it up front.

Very smart of you for being careful not to overnight with apps generated guests as if something goes wrong we don't have recourse. Even taking unknown guy from bar for long time we should look deeply into his eyes although usually those novices  generate other type of problem   - promising long time to get an off and then trying very hard to get out on ' you cum,  I go ' principle 

Waiting impatiently for day 3

[CallMeLee]

5 hours ago, vinapu said:

as for anxiety related to guards don't forget what oils everything and 100 baht tip on day 1 or 2  does the trick. The same goes with cleaning ladies. As matter of policy I never leave those tips until departure, rather prefer to do it up front

I did a similar thing but hesitated to give out cash because the airbnb place is not a hospitality establishment (yes, I'm an overthinker!). 

So what I did is order a small extra for the guards when I have food delivered. Usually a cold bottled drinks or packet of snacks. They seem to appreciate it.

[kokopelli3]

On 9/18/2023 at 6:14 PM, CallMeLee said:

Please note that English is my second language and I would like to apologise in advance for any grammatical and other errors. Please be kind to me ❤️

Oh, you must be a Brit? 555  Perfect English!

[scott456]

7 hours ago, vinapu said:

as for anxiety related to guards don't forget what oils everything and 100 baht tip on day 1 or 2  does the trick. The same goes with cleaning ladies. As matter of policy I never leave those tips until departure

That is not tipping, that's bribing.

[EX Navy Dad]

23 hours ago, CallMeLee said:

I went back to my room and gave myself a high five for a productive day two!

I can almost see the smile on your face.  A good day out for sure.

Can't wait to read more.