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Isn’t it more likely that the ‘show’ boys are receiving higher payments for performing and attracting the crowds in, which a higher off fee helps to fund.

Not long till Christmas now. Not long till Bangkok too. Any more tips or thoughts around the holiday season? Just two days till arrivals for me. Can't wait. Who else is going/already there? What are your plans? And enjoy the countdown everyone, wherever you are in the world.

Thanks for some great ideas everyone. Will try some of these and report back. Only one week to go. Can't wait Anyone else got some top tips?

Not long now till I hit Bangkok again for a few days. Have done most of the big must do tourist sites and know soi twilight and the Silom massage places get talked about a lot. Would welcome thoughts on a few great things to do and see that are less known about. Both touristy and more naughty. And extending the footprint across the City. All thoughts welcome. Also very keen to do a lively Thai cookery course that's more focused on fun than becoming the next Raymond blanc or Mcdang. Thanks in advance for any advice.

Just ONE month to go!! Thanks for the responses so far. The new year White Party looks superb, is it confirmed yet Numazu? Please keep updating with news, tips and anything relevant to Christmas and New Year in Bangkok and if you are around for this holiday period. Is 3 Jan an additional holiday to 1 Jan now? Jingle bells to all

Indeed it can.

There's no hiding. Just check out the shops. Christmas is looming! So I thought a thread on Christmas and New Year in Bangkok would be a good idea. I'll be there for the fortnight with trips out of town too. All tips and advice for this time welcome. Both general tourism stuff and the more specialist scene. What's good to know and do? What's been good and bad in the past? Is it peak high season? Anyone else around? Hoping for a lively and informative thread and may everyone be Merry.