Archive for July, 2008
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

SOI COWBOY – LITTLE LAS VEGAS
There is no doubt that Soi Cowboy has emerged as an extremely exciting go-go bar area. In terms of Bangkok’s red-light areas, Soi Cowboy has become the preferred choice for many farang residents. Furthermore, the inexpensive Happy Hours are certainly not the only reason why expats tend to visit Soi Cowboy more often these days. There always seems to be something new happening. Soi Cowboy never appears stagnant like it used to several years ago. More and more neon signs are being erected. Also, the majority of bars have been renovated to some degree. OK, most of these improvements are superficial, but Soi Cowboy’s overall image just keeps getting better. (more…)
Tags: Baccara Go-Go Bar, BANGKOK, Nana Plaza, Shark Go-Go Bar, Soi Cowboy
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Monday, July 28th, 2008

Hi Guys, I was unable to put Thailand Night Fever online last week. True ADSL cut off my internet access and that was that. But, never mind I am back online and Thailand Night Fever will return this Wednesday. Sorry for any inconvience. On this occasion, you can blame True for being anything but True!
DAVES RAVES - This is an additional “news & views” section. Check back throughout the week for more updates.
GO-GO GURU UPDATES - EARLY CLOSING HITS NANA PLAZA
Recently, the Nana Plaza and Soi Cowboy Review Pages have been updated. Check them out for the latest updates.
As always, thanks for visiting…
Dave The Rave - Go-Go Guru
Tags: DAVE THE RAVE, Nana Plaza, Soi Cowboy, Thailand
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Sunday, July 27th, 2008
Friday, July 18th was Buddhist lent and therefore, Nana Plaza was closed. So, I decided to go out with Sanook Shaun to survey the nightlife scene in Bangkok. I soon discovered that most of the bars were indeed closed for Buddhist lent. I took a motorbike taxi from Ratchada to Soi Cowboy. The roads were very quiet for a Friday, so this gave me an indication of what to expect. I arrived outside Soi Cowboy in no time at all. There I was standing alone in the darkness, which was a strange feeling. But, the Go-Go Guru had no fear of the “pee lok” or Thai ghosts. Sanook Shaun was hoping to sit outside Tilac Bar, but the stools were sitting on top of the tables. Shaun had not arrived yet, so I thought I had better check what was open. I heard some noise, but alas it was only builders busily renovating a bar. The photo shows the only bright light in Soi Cowboy, amid the eerie darkness. The vast majority of Soi Cowboy looked like Little Las Vegas had suffered a blackout. Some bars had their doors open, but it was usually just a case of cleaners lurking in the shadows. A couple of bargirls invited me into Jungle Jim’s, but I declined. I didn’t fancy entering the jungle, because there was nothing going on inside this dark and dingy place. (more…)
Tags: bars, Buddhist, Gulliver's Traveller's Tavern, Nana Plaza, nightlife, Ratchada, Soi 33, Soi Cowboy, Thai, Tilac Bar
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Friday, July 18th, 2008

FRIDAY NIGHT UPDATE - BUDDHIST LENT
Asanha Bucha Day (July 17th) is deemed as a very important Buddhist holiday right across Thailand. In fact, some Thais tell me it is the most important Buddha Day. Today, Friday, July 18th it is Buddhist lent. All devout Buddhists should “tham boon” (make merit) at their local “wat” (temple). Devout Buddhists should also pray and give offerings to monks, while abstaining from consuming alcohol. I wish you good luck. Chok dee kap!
BANGKOK BARS - Some bars will be closed tonight, but others are serving as normal. Nana Plaza and the surrounding area is closed. For example, Bully’s Pub is open and they are serving booze. Woodstock Bar in Tonglor are also open. Therefore, I suggest that you try Soi Cowboy, Patpong and Bangkok pubs.
PATTAYA BARS - The beer bars and go-go bars across Pattaya will try to open tonight. However, I am not sure how many will be allowed to open. Have a look around, because some bars will definitely be serving alcohol. Cheers!
Tags: bars, Buddhist, Bullys Pub, Nana Plaza, Patpong, pubs, Soi Cowboy, Thailand, Woodstock Bar
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Thursday, July 17th, 2008

*BUDDHA DAY UPDATE - FRIDAY, JULY 18th*
PATTAYA - The bars in Pattaya will be closed on Thursday, July 17th. However, the good news is that the Pattaya bars will be open on Friday, July 18th. This year everybody I speak to is in a state of confusion. It’s Friday night in and so far few go-go bars are likely to open. Last night some locally connected go-go bars in Soi Diamond were open. We presume those same go-go bars will be open again tonight. Head down to Super Girls, Super Baby and possibly Diamond Go-Go Bar in Soi Diamond. No doubt a few beer bars will be discretely serving alcohol, but most go-go bars are likely to be closed tonight.
BANGKOK - Most of the bars in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok will be closed on July 17th and July 18th. Nana Plaza and bars around that area are definitely closed both Thursday and Friday. However, from the information I have received Patpong should be open this Friday night. Talk about an open and shut case!
FRIDAY NIGHT - A few pubs in Bangkok and Pattaya are open tonight. I know for a fact that Bully’s Pub are serving right now as normal. Cheers!
Tags: BANGKOK, bars, Buddha Day, Bulls Head Pub, Bullys Pub, Diamond Go-Go Bar, Nana Plaza, Patpong, PATTAYA, pubs, Soi Diamond, Sukhumvit, Super Baby, Super Girls
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Wednesday, July 16th, 2008
A GO-GO BAR FOR ALL SEASONS
Opening a successful go-go bar is a lot harder than it looks. Prior to establishing a successful go-go bar, there are inevitably some important factors to consider. Today, we will look at two of the most important aspects. Firstly, acquiring the right location is the first priority. The three L’s of marketing are; location, location, location. As long as you are in the heart of the action, people can find easily you. I always sigh with disappointment, when a go-go bar name card has a detailed map on the back. We don’t want to waste time doing a map orientation exercise! After establishing a prime location, probably the next consideration is the size and design. You might be surprised how many people overlook these things. I dare say some naïve newcomers think that they just have to open the doors and the customers will arrive in droves. It is not that simple, as any go-go bar boss will tell you. Great care and consideration should be taken in deciding on the size of the go-go bar. If it is too tiny, you will never be driving around in a brand new Mercedes Benz in this lifetime! You just cannot generate enough profit to lead that kind of lifestyle. Besides that who enjoys being boxed in? Those poky places are only fun for those who like the hands-on approach. (Call me old fashioned, but I thought hanky-panky was for the privacy of the hotel room). I find that most Westerners like to have their own personal space. Lord forbid if anyone invades that personal space. Small bars usually make small profits. (more…)
Tags: After Dark Asia, Angelwitch Go-Go Bar, Baby Dolls, Baccara, BANGKOK, bars, Beach Club, G-Spot, go-go bar, Go-Go Guru, Hollywood Carousel, Nana Plaza, PATTAYA, Play Skool, Pretty Lady Go-Go Bar, Rainbow 4, Thailand, Tilac, Walking Street, What's Up
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2008

The Bull’s Head Pub has introduced a Ladies Night. Starting this month, there will be a special evening dedicated to the fairer sex. Ladies Night runs from 7:00pm-10:00pm every Thursday. Be there or be square! (more…)
Tags: Angelwitch Go-Go Bars, Bacarra, BANGKOK, Bulls Head Pub, coyote dancers, DAVE THE RAVE, DAVES RAVES, GO-GO BARS, Ladies Night, Long Gun, Nana Plaza, Night Fever, Patpong, PATTAYA, Raw Hide, Soi Cowboy, Thailand, Tilac Go-Go Bar
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Sunday, July 6th, 2008

JOURNALISTIC BLUNDERS - “MISTRESS OF THE UNIVERSE”
Dave The Rave says, “This fine Puerto Rican teen has been crowned Mistress Of The Universe. Wow! I bet she is one hell of a busy girl.”
Tags: DAVES RAVES, girl, Mistress Of The Universe, Puerto Rican teen
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Sunday, July 6th, 2008
The following Pages have recently been updated. Please note that at the top of each Page, I have listed the date and the go-go bars that have been updated. This is for your convenience. Click on these links - Nana Plaza Review Page and Soi Cowboy Review Page for the latest go-go bar updates.
Tags: DAVES RAVES, GO-GO BARS, Nana Plaza, Review Page, Soi Cowboy, Thai
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Saturday, July 5th, 2008
Recently a Thai Cultural Festival was held in London. It proved to be very popular, because of the popularity of Thai food in Britain. It comes as no surprise that there are around 1,700 Thai restaurants in Great Britain. The festival featured a vast array of Thai culture and food. The festival was so well received that Trafalgar Square was transformed into “Thaifalgar Square.” The full story is covered by Thailand’s independent newspaper THE NATION
Tags: DAVES RAVES, London, Thai Cultural Festival, Thailand, The Nation, Trafalgar Square
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Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008
LOW SEASON HIGH TREASON
The frugal folks among us sometimes misinterpret the low season with regards to Thailand’s nightlife scene. They automatically think that the low season is time to come out of social hibernation. With a sigh of relief they will say, “At long last the tourist season is over.” Meanwhile, us party animals enjoy Thailand’s vast nightlife scene all year round. We are so pleased to merrily party 12 months of the year. But alas, the frustratingly frugal folk think that low season becomes their territory. This can and often does backfire on them. Are you sitting comfortably? Then let’s begin… (more…)
Tags: Angelwitch Go-Go Bar, BANGKOK, Bargirls, Big Mango Bar, DAVE THE RAVE, global warming, GO-GO BARS, John Smith's Bitter, nightlife, Strongbow Cider, Thai Baht, Thailand
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