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Will have to be one hell of a pyramid.

If you take boy away from bar, do not be surprised if he has to reimburse bar 500 per day for his absence. Boys who leave FB for more than three days without paying off fee lose their number and have to reapply for job when they return.

From The Thaiger A high-speed tuk tuk race on a Bangkok road ended in a devastating crash, leaving three people seriously injured, including one driver with a severe head injury. The incident, which occurred late last night, March 3, sparked a policeinvestigation, with officers awaiting blood alcohol test results. The collision happened around 10pm on Ratchadaphisek Road in Chong Nonsi, Yannawa district, according to Police Lieutenant Colonel Thiradej Sonklin of Bang Phong Phang Police Station. Eyewitnesses reported that two tuk tuks were speeding side by side, attempting to overtake each other in what appeared to be a dangerous street race. As one driver made a risky lane change, the vehicle was struck by the other tuk tuk, causing it to flip over. https://thethaiger.com/news/bangkok/bangkok-tuk-tuk-race-ends-in-crash-3-injured

From Pattaya News Thailand, March 4th, 2025 — Digital Economy Minister Prasert Chantraruangthong, chair of the National Alcohol Policy Committee, announced proposed amendments to Thailand’s alcohol laws, aligning them with the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025 campaign. While the ban on alcohol sales during five major Buddhist holidays remains—Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha, Asalha Bucha, Buddhist Lent, and End of Buddhist Lent—exceptions will apply to international airport terminals, licensed entertainment venues, hotels, and designated tourist areas approved by the Public Health Ministry. The committee is also studying electronic alcohol sales regulations to assess feasibility and impact. The existing sales restrictions remain in place due to legal constraints under Revolutionary Decree No. 253. A 15-day public consultation will be held online before the final proposal is submitted for approval, with the goal of implementing the changes before Visakha Bucha Day on May 11th, 2025, remarked Minister Prasert. TPN media notes this is only a proposal and it is still unclear where exactly the exceptions will apply. https://thepattayanews.com/2025/03/04/thailand-eases-alcohol-ban-on-buddhist-holidays-in-select-locations/

Have been to this shop three times before it moved to its present location a short distance away, it’s well managed with very clean facilities. What impresses me most, however, is that it has retained six of the guys who were working there during my last visit just prior to Covid: Yod, Zee, Wit, Min, Tum and Pae. I remember Pae as being a skilled and attentive therapist. This is a quite popular local shop in a busy urban area just this side of the Chao Phraya and within easy walking distance of MRT Bang Pho stop. A search for information on “Kasai” massage frequently returns hits for “Karsai.” Typically, a Karsai Nei Tsang session is preceded by a Chi Nei Tsang Abdominal massage treatment, slowly moving in deeper into the genital area. In fact, Mantak Chia, the founder of Karsai Nei Tsang, claimed that one can only become a first-rate Karsai therapist with years of extensive preceding training and practical experience in Chi Nei Tsang. On the whole, one could say that Karsai Nei Tsang aims at resolving health issues associated with the sexual organs and sexuality, such as premature ejaculation, problems having or maintaining an erection, fertility problems, prostate problems, menopause discomforts, ovarian cysts, menstrual disorders, painful sexual intercourse, scar tissue in the genital region, and low sexual libido. https://www.traditionalbodywork.com/health-benefits-of-karsai-nei-tsang-genital-detox-massage/

Will serve you well to keep that in mind. 😏

You, @unicorn, are the essence of arrogance, the king of conceit, the depth of vanity. And I say that with all emotion and rancor.

Because they’re based on a western bias. And I say that without emotion or rancor.

Yet no one has indicated approval of your positions.

From The Thaiger Chaos erupted for Pakistani travellers after they found themselves marooned in Bangkok for two long days after technical issue with a Thai Airways flight. In a maddening turn of events, passengers were left in suspense for six gruelling hours at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, clinging to the hope of an alternative flight. Those hopes were dashed, however, when Thai Airways abruptly pulled the plug and cancelled the flight, leaving passengers in a state of disarray and despair. ARY News reported that the airline sought to patch things up by whisking passengers away to a hotel, albeit a tedious hour-and-a-half jaunt from the airport. Unfortunately, the less-than-ideal hotel facilities only heaped more misery onto the beleaguered travellers. As if that wasn’t enough, the airline’s reported bungling also caused many passengers to miss crucial connecting flights, throwing travel plans into complete disarray. With their patience worn thin, the stranded Pakistanis have raised their voices, appealing to Pakistani authorities for urgently needed assistance. The drama in Bangkok has yet to be resolved with passengers still grounded and frustrated. https://thethaiger.com/news/bangkok/thai-plane-shame-pakistanis-stranded-in-bangkok-bust-up-video

From Channel News Asia KUALA LUMPUR: After a dormant decade, calls for a new naval base in a sleepy town in Sarawak have gathered steam in recent weeks, with Malaysia potentially eyeing a more assertive stance against Chinese pressure in resource-rich areas near the Borneo state. But in building Malaysia’s latest naval base in Bintulu, closer to the disputed waters in the South China Sea, analysts believe Putrajaya will still steer clear of stirring up the hornet’s nest. Malaysia is unlikely to adopt more aggressive responses to Chinese vessel incursions, they told CNA, given its overarching aim to maintain its low-key approach to the maritime territorial claims and preserve its lucrative economic ties with Beijing. China, currently embroiled in its own scuffles with the Philippines in the same strategic waterways farther north, will also be keen to keep its ties with Malaysia on an even keel, hoping to alienate Manila from other Southeast Asian claimant states, the analysts said. Dr Collin Koh, a senior fellow at Singapore’s S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, said the Sarawak naval base would not alter China-Malaysia ties as long as the Malaysian government continues to keep a “non-megaphone” approach to the dispute. “The naval base and potentially increased Malaysian maritime presence in the area may come across as a nuisance to Beijing, but that’s just it,” he told CNA. “End of the day, it’s the political demeanour in Kuala Lumpur, not what’s happening on the ground with Malaysia’s naval buildup in Borneo, that seems to be the key determinant in overall relationship with Beijing.” According to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, a country retains exclusive rights to the exploration and exploitation of natural resources in its EEZ, defined as waters extending up to 200 nautical miles (370km) immediately offshore. Continues at https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-south-china-sea-naval-base-sarawak-eez-luconia-4658451?cid=taboola_traffic-regional_paid_12042024_cnamkt_thepattayanews-thepattayanews&tblci=GiCLRklQkfe4-FMw0mn38WG-OYetLqAIWXwOJNgM3H98GiDsklIo9dCZ4NLX6r-uATCzp1U#tblciGiCLRklQkfe4-FMw0mn38WG-OYetLqAIWXwOJNgM3H98GiDsklIo9dCZ4NLX6r-uATCzp1U

Most of guys at FB are what I’ve come to refer to as “Bangkok straight.” They may prefer girls but know that their income depends on their ability to provide a satisfying experience for male customers. They are my favorite type of guys. I think you’ve already discovered that putting them at ease early on reaps dividends.

And no one ever complains about their accommodations.

From Pattaya News The Thai Cabinet has approved 153 million baht to host the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 at Sanam Luang in Bangkok, aiming to draw 800,000 tourists and boost the economy by 3.2 billion baht. On March 3rd, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, announced that the Cabinet had approved a mid-year emergency budget of 153.03 million baht, as proposed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. The funds will be allocated for organizing the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025, set to take place at Sanam Luang from April 11th to 25th. The budget is divided into 93.26 million baht for activities at Sanam Luang, 48 million baht for parades, and 11.77 million baht for advertising and public relations. This is in addition to the 40-million-baht budget already allocated to TAT for 2025, Mr. Jirayu said. https://thepattayanews.com/2025/03/04/thai-government-approves-153-million-baht-for-songkran-festival-to-attract-800000-tourists/

What a coincidence, DOA. You showed up on the scene here AFTER Covid. 🤗 Wow. That certainly sounds like speculation by any measure. 😅 Thanks for mimicking my conclusion. 🤗

Discuss your expectations with guy in bar before agreeing to off. If he has no English or you otherwise cannot communicate with translator, ask assistance from mamasan. I agree with @Olddaddy that many boys will want to leave without breakfast. But some will be happy to stay. Feel free to discuss that with boy before offing, also.

From The Thaiger Thai Smile Bus, operating primarily in Bangkok, has expanded its payment options, now allowing passengers to pay using QR codes via PromptPay across all routes. Additionally, the service will also support Digital E-Wallet payments, such as True Money Wallet, which came into effect on March 1. Kulpornphat Wongmacharapinya, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Smile Bus Company Limited, announced the expansion following successful trials with electric buses on route 4-13 (75), which received positive feedback from users, reported KhaoSod. This initiative aims to offer a variety of payment methods to enhance convenience for passengers, aligning with the digital lifestyle of the public and supporting contactless travel. Along with QR code payments, the new system also accommodates Digital E-Wallet options like True Money Wallet. Other payment methods remain available, providing passengers with multiple choices. https://thethaiger.com/news/bangkok/thai-smile-bus-now-accepts-qr-code-and-e-wallet-payments

From Pattaya News Pattaya City, in collaboration with the Thai and Traditional Boxing Sports Association and the Father Ray Foundation, will host the 6th World Muay Thai Championship from March 9th to 17th, 2025, at the Central Pattaya Beach event area. The competition will begin with a weigh-in on March 9th, followed by qualification rounds from March 10th to 12nd. The semi-finals will take place on March 13rd and 14th, alongside qualification rounds for traditional Thai boxing (Muay Krading). On March 15th, the event will feature the Wai Kru Muay Thai ceremony and the final round of Muay Krading. The Muay Thai championship final will be held on March 16th, while special matches organized by the Father Ray Foundation will conclude the event on March 17th. https://thepattayanews.com/2025/03/03/pattaya-to-host-the-6th-world-muay-thai-championship-in-march/

@Olddaddy has said many times he likes older guys like he finds at Heaven Sauna. 🙂

Love the big number tags. I have lousy night vision and can hardly make out any numbers in Patpong bars.

@Department_Of_Agriculture (aka, Dead_On_Arrival) said: ”We are further told that “however, a blogger claims that developers have their eyes set on Patpong”, without even being told which blogger it is so that we can evaluate the accuracy of the said blogger’s claims by looking at what other claims he has made on his/its blog.’ From Bangkokseven.com What’s up mingemongers and moneyhoneys, my name’s Seven and this is my weekly confession. On Sunday I slid into G’s German for his signature spare ribs, which were out of this world. Guido broke the news that he’d most likely move permanently to Ptown at the end of the year. ‘Twas another sad reminder that nothing good stays forever. Big G also shared news he’d heard from a group of new investors, who want to move in on the Pong. They will turn it into a modern high-rise similar to Park Silom, with hip restaurants, offices, etc. sometime in the next three to four years. So Patpong’s days are numbered, same as G’s. https://bangkokseven.com/redlight-diary-16-2-25-patpongs-numbered-days/

As I mull over other possible relocation sites, it strikes me that Silom Soi 6 could be in the mix. At the moment, it’s bordering on being over populated with six massage shops. And there’s the adjoining soi (Silom 8?) where the Nantra hotel is located that intersects it.

No matter when this finally occurs, it was inevitable as these two parcels represent the most valuable real estate asset in Bangkok’s business district. A forward thinking developer would most likely make accommodation for the Patpong Night Market. It has become such a tourist magnet that it would be foolhardy not to. And I can see venues like Jupiter, and maybe even Stranger Bar, also being included because they would attract international spenders with high disposable income to the new development, demonstrating Thailand’s much heralded “soft power.” Certainly the restaurant bars could compete for a spot if they can make the rent. Foodland saw this coming and already secured a new foothold in the Park Silom building across the way. But I can also envision it opening another space, along with the Took Lae Dee restaurant. As for the boy bars, they’ll have to find new homes. One promising location mentioned above behind Mango Tree is a bit off the beaten path but it may prove ideal. There’s already four gay venues on the soi. It will prove somewhat tricky timing the moves. If you relocate too soon, you may miss out on another year or two in your current, profitable venue. But wait too long and you forgo the choicest properties. And in any case, you don’t want to be last man standing. Just as the closing of Twilight was not the end of the boy bar scene, neither will this be.