Trip Report June 24 – July 6

[LuckyB]

Trip Report June 24 – July 6
Part 1 of 3 part report.
I feel I should contribute something to this board as it has been so helpful. Maybe this trip report will be of interest to some. This was my third trip to Thailand. Previously, over two trips, I have been to BKK (8 days), Pattaya (10 days). Koh Samet (2 days), Phuket (6 days). This year’s trip was 5 days in Phuket, then 3 days in Chang Mai, then 5 days in Pattaya.

My friend and I flew from Los Angeles non-stop to BKK on Thai airlines; 18 hours, then onto Phuket. We didn’t have flight reservations to Phuket, so just bought them at the counter when we arrived in BKK. From door to door 25 hours….ouch. Two scotches, two ambiens and 4 movies helped the time go by.

We checked into The Expat Hotel, where I have stayed before. I love the pool there and the location is great. I was disappointed this time however as there is significant construction going on. At 7:30 am the power saws start screaming as they cut tile. I bit much, so after three nights we moved to the C&N hotel. The construction project is extensive, so if any BMs are planning on going there, beware.

The first day we arrived around 11 am using the Expat driving service, showered, ate, walked around and made a path to Christen’s. It was early in the afternoon but there were plenty of beauties available. I was not disappointed. Being clean and refreshed, and with the edge off, we chilled at Shipwrecked waiting for MTB to start up around 10 pm.

We met Nicke, Ead, and the charming ladies there. Nicke was a great host throughout our stay in Phuket. Thank you, Nicke. Around midnight my friend mumbled something about being drunk, having a headache and not sleeping for the last 52 hours- what a wimp. After walking him to the Expat, I went hunting for my first night’s companion, without success. I just couldn’t seem to see anything that caught my eye. So back to MTB.

I had noticed her before, of course, but thought she was with someone else. Smaller than petite, a smile that would light up any room, anywhere. She is beyond cute, beyond beautiful, eyes you can fall into. Twenty-seven (I later checked the ID) but looked eighteen. I am withholding her name, but if you are at MTB you will know whom I mean. A few smiles and a wink later she was mine, and off to the Expat. I spent all five days in Phuket with her, and wished it were forever.

During our stay in Phuket we took her and my friend’s companion to FantaSea. I was more fun watching the girls enjoy the show than watching it. We went to James Bond Island – bats, swimming monkeys, and a great lunch on board the boat. One day chilling at the beach. The time seemed to go by so quickly.

Next, part two, Chang Mai.

[Spector]

Nice report...looking forward to parts 2 and 3

[LuckyB]

Part 2 of 3: Chang Mai
You may ask why travel to Chang Mai when I had found everything I wanted in Phuket. Well, my friend really wanted to go, so off we went. As I said we had no reservations anywhere after Phuket. We met “Joy” the owner of Black Dog bar across from C&N. She was from Chang Mai and gave us many helpful ideas, including the name and address of two hotels (written in Thai for the taxi). We bought tickets at the airport. We arrived at Tapai hotel (not able to read Thai, it was a surprise), which is near the night bazaar and the bar area.

After checking in we asked directions to the nearest bar, and got completely lost. Really lost. We then stopped at an auto parts store to asked directions to the nearest bar. After much confusion and finding a woman that spoke English, she told us to take a tuk-tuk and ask for a “bar-bar”, or something like that. We did so, and ended up at an umbrella factory!

The “tuk-tuk” driver, Dea, was cool, and understood then what we wanted and took us to a bar 2 blocks away from our hotel! He suggested that his brother had a taxi and would take us anywhere we wanted to go the next day. Why not? Sam (what we called him) showed us around for the next two days. We saw five temples (including the one on the mountain that purportedly has the bone relics of Buddha), elephant show (got waked in the ribs by the trunk of a baby), snake show (nightmares), orchid farm (really we are not gay), several truly great Thai restaurants (Thais in three provinces were impressed with my ability to eat chilies), the hot springs (talked with a monk), and two trips to a soapy.

The soapy was very much like Christen’s. Fish bowl, 1 ½ hours, 2,000 Bt. The first time I chose a 22-year old beauty. She was great. For those threads that have asked about busty TGs, she was a solid and real C cup. The second girl was a real D cup. Really. She was mechanical, but OK. Maybe I was just missing my beauty from MTB?

We hit the bar scene one night. It is one small street with about 15 open air bars. We did a ST with a couple of BGs to a “hotel” across the street. The “hotel” was 200 Bt, and overpriced. Something out of a bad movie, and scary. It is frightening what I will do at 2 am when drunk and horny.

The last morning we went to the airport, again without reservations. The next Thai Air flight was full and the following flight had only business class and was five hours off. The Thai Air agent suggested Nok Air. That would never happen in the US. The next flight was 45 minutes away and half the price of Thai Air economy. Off to BKK.

Part 3 of 3 to follow; Pattaya

[TexBC]

I like it...sounds like you had a blast well done mate. Now for part 3.

[georgelondon]

nice to read...sounds like you had a great trip.

[Iltis]

Nice report mate did you get any pics? looking forward to the next part...

[Saleom]

Lucky B,

Good to see you had a great trip and looking forward to the Pattaya side of things.

We met “Joy” the owner of Black Dog bar across from C&N.

I had many drinks with Dave (Joy's partner). Really enjoyed it as its quite different to the usual bars that are around.

Cheers

[IJ]

nice reports buddy......ij

[Nanook]

Good to read you had a lot of fun. Keep on going and I am looking forward to the next chapter.

[aussie45]

Can't wait for the Patts low down

[Nautilus]

Nice report. Waiting for part 3

[nacha]

great report LuckyB!
sounds like a good time

waiting for part 3

[omgMiami]

Very nice report, thanks for writing!

[Sham69]

good report, i like reading about people taking their chances with no plans, you know it won't all be smooth.

[JayBee]

LuckyB, sounds like you were quite taken with the MTB girl. I know how that can happen! Didn't it ever occur to you to take her on the plane with you for the trip to Chiang Mai and Pattaya? I'm sure she would have loved it!

[Mr.Pompoi]

Good reading... im ready for part 3...
Soapy and bars in chang mai? damn... all i could find was some dead bard with a few not too goodlooking ladies. And offcourse Dave at the bd is a great guy.

[noman]

Good reading. Waiting for part 3

[edje123]

nice reports, bring on part 3!!!

As i'm planning somewhat to visit the same destinations on my next trip in november (BKK-Pattaya-Chiang Mai-Patong), here's my question : what did you pay for the domestic flights, would it be cheaper to book them in advance?

[JayBee]

nice reports, bring on part 3!!!

As i'm planning somewhat to visit the same destinations on my next trip in november (BKK-Pattaya-Chiang Mai-Patong), here's my question : what did you pay for the domestic flights, would it be cheaper to book them in advance?

If you want to save $$, then fly with Nok Air, Orient Thai, or Air Asia. I prefer either of Nok or Orient, because the baggage limit is only 15 kg on Air Asia, but if your travelling light, then no big difference. With Nok Air you may need to book in advance, however, unless you by your ticket at the airport, as they wanted me to fax info to them(passport copy, credit card info), before they would sell me a ticket online or on the phone. With Orient Thai, it's a snap, and no problems with Air Asia for booking, either, except you may have to do it over the phone, instead of online(20 Baht extra for phone assistance). Air Asia is more for some flights, however, when you don't book a few days in advance. Overall, I guess I liked Orient Thai the best. They are the easiest to book online, and no extra cost for last minute booking!!

Phuket to BKK on Orient Thai is 1750 Baht, all fees, surcharges included. Phuket to BKK on Air Asia prices vary a good bit, from 1400 Baht to 2250 Baht, depending on the day of the week and the time of day the flight departs.

To check other prices, go to their websites:

Nok Air: www.nokair.com

Orient Thai: One-Two-Go by Orient Thai Airlines

Air Asia: Welcome to AirAsia.com...now everyone can fly...

[keith67]

Great report waiting for part 3 now............

[LuckyB]

Trip Report June 24 – July 6
Part 3 of 3 part report.
We arrived at the old airport and grabbed a taxi. The fixed price was 1,400 Bt. Plus tolls. The road south is under a great deal of construction and with the rain and traffic it took about 3 hours to get to Pattaya. The driver spoke no English and had obviously never been to Pattaya before. It was funny pointing when I wanted him to turn having no idea where I was either. Anyway, he finally got a woman on the phone that spoke English and I explained where we wanted to go.

We were dropped off at Soi 6 on Beach Road. Close enough. We walked to my favorite bar in Pattaya; Nick’s on Soi 7. Nick is a great guy and he has comfortable wicker couches and chairs. The girls at Nicks remembered us, and made us feel welcome. I asked about the girl that I had spent 5 days with last year. That was the real reason I wanted to go back to Pattaya. To my disappointment I was told she was married and was living in Holland. Good for her. After 6 Singha each one of the girls asked where we were staying. We pointed across the street at the Flipper House, but said we didn’t have reservations. She offered to run over and set us up. Great (probably got a commission – which is OK with me) and negotiated 880 Bt. per night. Done. It is the third time I have stayed at the Flipper House, and like it. The staff remembered us, the food is OK, the rooms are good, and the pool on the roof is great.

We took a stroll down Walking Street that first night, and found our companions in a beer bar. They stayed with us for 5 nights. He fell in love with his girl; mine was sweet. One night I tried to get her sister to join us for the night, as I have never had sisters before. Opps, I thought they were going to slit my throat right then and there. A smile and a laugh turned a serious proposal into a bad joke. It is scary what I will do when drunk and horny in Thailand!

They hung out at the pool with us during the day, we took them to dinner – basically treated them like girlfriends. We took a day trip to Koh Larn (sp?). They ferry over takes about 45 minutes. We used the beach on the other side of the island, as it was not at all crowded – just a few others on a long beautiful beach. Great food was available out of a rusted tin shack. The boat ride back was too exciting as it poured rain and was windy. There was no visibility and the waves were getting stronger and the boat was overcrowded. My girl was scared to death. Me too.

I think it is best to find your sweetie in a beer bar. Gogos are not for me – way too aggressive. In a beer bar you can get to know your girl playing games, flirting and talking. Spending 5 nights with one girl is dangerous though. I get attached too easily, and the girls really, really get emotional.

Off to Bangkok by taxi, leaving 5 hours before flight time. Damn it is a long flight home.

Thanks for reading.

[LuckyB]

LuckyB, sounds like you were quite taken with the MTB girl. I know how that can happen! Didn't it ever occur to you to take her on the plane with you for the trip to Chiang Mai and Pattaya? I'm sure she would have loved it!

That is my only regret.

[LuckyB]

what did you pay for the domestic flights, would it be cheaper to book them in advance?

I was told at LAX by Thai Air to book after I arrived, as it would be cheaper. I don't know if that is true or not. I'm sorry I don't remember the fare to Phuket. I paid cash so I have no record. The flight on Nok from Chaing Mai to the old airport in Bangkok was 890 Bt., which is cheaper than the internet price.

Enjoy your trip! I really liked Chaing Mai, and would like to go to Chaing Rai next year.

[TexBC]

Well done LuckyB...another satisfied customer to the LOS.
Just got home from Phuket two weeks ago and just had to book flights back. I'm heading back in three weeks( 6 nights in Patong then Flying up to Pattaya for 5) apart from Nick's bar could you suggest any other beer bars to look out for...not a big fan of the gogo's.

[Nanook]

Nice reports LuckyB. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[Captain]

nice reports, bring on part 3!!!

As i'm planning somewhat to visit the same destinations on my next trip in november (BKK-Pattaya-Chiang Mai-Patong), here's my question : what did you pay for the domestic flights, would it be cheaper to book them in advance?

Take an airpas with Thai International. I used it several times. You fly BKK-CNX (Chiang Mai), CNX-HKT (Phuket)-one daily flight TG129 at 1115, and HKT-BKK. Buy the pass outside Thailand. Check the website from Thai.


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[edje123]

Lucky B, nice part 3, hope your next stay in LOS will at least top this one

Thank you for answering my question Lucky, Jaybee and Captain (are you flemish by the way?). Great info.
I 'll look into all the tips you guys gave me

[JayBee]

I think it is best to find your sweetie in a beer bar. Gogos are not for me – way too aggressive. .

Same same me!

Nice reports, Lucky!

[Saleom]

I think it is best to find your sweetie in a beer bar. Gogos are not for me – way too aggressive. In a beer bar you can get to know your girl playing games, flirting and talking. Spending 5 nights with one girl is dangerous though. I get attached too easily, and the girls really, really get emotional.

LuckyB,

Sounds like you had a great trip and thanks for the great T/R. Loved part three as I will be there for the first time in September for 8 days!!! Iknow how dangerous it can be spending too much time with one girl but you only live once, I spent 10 days with one girl in Patong last trip and am now meeting her on the next round trip to take her to Patts.... ????

[Captain]

Lucky B, nice part 3, hope your next stay in LOS will at least top this one

Thank you for answering my question Lucky, Jaybee and Captain (are you flemish by the way?). Great info.
I 'll look into all the tips you guys gave me

Goede reis.