URGENT UPDATE – Due to local elections some of the go-go bars, beer bars and nightclubs will be closed in Bangkok on Saturday (28/08/10). Pubs have been told not to serve alcohol, so Saturday is likely to be a dry day in most Bangkok bars. The good news is that Pattaya is open and serving alcohol as usual, so you can plan accordingly. I know that a number of guys have headed down to Pattaya for the weekend.
SOI COWBOY & NANA PLAZA UPDATE - Some go-go bars will be open in Soi Cowboy and Nana Plaza tonight (28/08/10). Several bar bosses have decided to open, but not serve alcohol. It is never easy to give accurate updates, because the situation often changes so quickly. A number of bars will close and others will open, but it will probably be a dry day. Several sources are saying that the MIB or Men In Brown will be out checking the bars in Bangkok tonight. Thai Elections and Buddha Days are sometimes taken very seriously. Tonight in Nana Plaza the four Rainbow Bars, Mercury, Mandarin, Spankys and Angelwitch will be open tonight. It will be interesting to see what happens.
Despite what some people may say about Thailand, there is an increase in tourist traffic. Both the roads and the pavements in Bangkok now have busier traffic. The number of foreign arrivals into Bangkok is on the rise. (more…)
Who are Rammstein? It was Matt, the co-owner of the two Angelwitch Go-Go Bars, who introduced the German rock band Rammstein to Thailand. Rammstein are a world famous heavy rock band and their inimitable musical style is played religiously in Angelwitch Go-Go Bar in Nana Plaza on a nightly basis.
Below is an HD YouTube video of Rammstein performing the song ‘Rammstein’ live (Volkerball Concert). Incidentally, an exciting new Angelwitch Showgirl (Nana Plaza, Bangkok), performs an acrobatic solo show to this song. If you were unsure about the inspiration and origins of the rock music in Angelwitch, now you know. Enjoy!
BANGKOK UPDATE – Tonight is a Buddha Day and therefore, supposedly a dry day. Also, with the curfew still enforced tonight at midnight until 4:00am, there is no doubt that some bars will not open. Other bars will open, but it is stated as a strict ‘NO ALCOHOL’ policy. However, there’s always some bars that serve alcohol. It might be served in plastic cups, or out of the coffee pot. Ask around and you will probably get lucky. (more…)
Out of the three main go-go bar areas in Bangkok, Soi Cowboy remains the busiest overall. This will probably become more evident, as the rainy season approaches. The main reason is simple; the clientele in Nana Plaza and Patpong consists of an increasing number of tourists and infrequent visitors. Therefore, the number of foreign visitors drops in the rainy season, as you well know. In addition to a general decline in foreign visitors, Patpong has recently suffered further from the anti-government violence in Silom. Furthermore, Patpong and Nana Plaza have more restrictions on ‘showing’ than in Soi Cowboy. It is unfortunate for Patpong, but with Soi Cowboy being relatively unaffected by the anti-government protests, Cowboy will inevitably benefit from this situation. Soi Cowboy has become popular with resident expats for several reasons, which includes the numerous Happy Hours on offer. (more…)
Despite the Thai capital being quieter due to the ongoing political problems, it is still business as usual in Bangkok’s bars, pubs and clubs. In fact, some bars and clubs have recently been granted later closing times. This is good news for the nocturnal revellers who want to party on until the wee hours. (more…)
This week I have some exciting nightlife news for you. The disco formerly known as Angels inside Nana Hotel in Soi Nana, has reopened with the new name Nana Liquid. The new owner has certainly pumped loads of cash into the project. (more…)
Nowadays, taking a late night stroll down lower Sukhumvit Road is very different to what it used to be years ago. A continuous row of makeshift mobile bars set up shop after midnight along lower Sukhumvit, right on the roadside. The pavement pubs stretch from Sukhumvit Soi 3/1, right along towards Sukhumvit Soi 19. Some of the pavement pubs sell booze from around midnight until cockcrow. Most of the pavement pubs charge 80 baht for a standard drink, which is reasonable enough. However, this concrete jungle is a dodgy place, with various creatures of the night on the prowl. (more…)
Today I continue with my Soi Cowboy sojourn. I said I was going to visit some different bars to my regular haunts and that is what I did. This is the final part in this particular Thailand nightlife trilogy… (more…)
I don’t know about you, but every time I look at BBC World News, it is full of doom and gloom. I seriously wonder what is happening to this world. Therefore, at some stage, you just have to escape the insanity by switching off the media machine. How do we do this? The answer is simple, you get your glad rags on and hit the Thailand nightlife… (more…)
NANA PLAZA UPDATE – The temporary crackdown on ‘showing’ in Nana Plaza has been lifted on January 20th. At least 10 go-go bars in Nana Plaza have reverted back to mono bikinis. Furthermore, even a few go-go bars have gone from swim suits to birthday suits. Hooray!
Nana Plaza has gone through several fazes of change over the past decade, or so. Even today, the changes in Nana Plaza continue. Currently, there is an issue regarding ‘showing’ in the go-go bars that has not been resolved. The majority of go-go bars are left in limbo and are waiting on a decision from the mysterious MIB (Men In Brown). Last night the go-go girls in the majority of bars were dancing in bikinis. However, the permission to ‘show’ again from the MIB will be granted very soon. Nobody seems to know the actual reason for this, except that it is an MIB (Men In Brown) issue of some kind. If you think ‘teatime’ and power play, you are most probably heading in the right direction. It is all rather confusing, but it is part of the ‘Amazing Thailand’ landscape, where there is always something happening. (more…)
I am your mate with ideas for your date! Just for a change, instead of dragging your Thai girlfriend around the bars at night, go to the movies instead. Thailand has some fantastic cinema complexes and this especially applies to the luxurious shopping malls in Bangkok. (more…)
AFTER DARK ASIA COVER GIRLS - SA (SPANKYS) & VUN (ANGELWITCH)
AFTER DARK ASIA – The latest edition of After Dark Asia Volume 13 is out now. After Dark now features 52 pages and costs 195 baht. This special Bangkok edition features ‘The Girls Of Nana Plaza’ which makes a refreshing change. Combined with more ‘showing’ emerging in Nana Plaza, the timing is perfect. At least 10 go-go bars in Nana Plaza have implemented either mono bikinis, or birthday suits tailored by Mother Nature. Rainbow 4 and Hollywood Carousel have abandoned all shyness and gone the Full Monty!
WHERE CAN I BUY A COPY? After Dark Asia Magazine is available in numerous go-go bars and book shops in Pattaya. Here in Bangkok the following go-go bars have them in stock – Angelwitch, Hollywood Carousel, Mandarin, Pretty Lady and Spankys. Copies are also available from the Big Mango Bar (Soi Nana), Nana Hotel Book Shop and the small pharmacy next to Nana Petrol Station.
SUPER SAVER – Buy one or more After Dark Asia 2010 Calendars from Angelwitch Go-Go Bar in Nana Plaza, and you will receive a FREE copy of After Dark Asia Volume 13. The After Dark Asia 2010 Calendars cost 300 Baht.
The After Dark Asia 2010 Calendar, which features some stunning Thai girls is available now. It features Thai models from numerous go-go bars in Bangkok and Pattaya. This superb calendar is available from certain go-go bars and book shops in Pattaya. In Bangkok, it is available from Angelwitch Go-Go Bar and Spankys Go-Go Bar in Nana Plaza. Also, the small pharmacy next to Nana Petrol Station have them in stock. The photo quality is excellent and they cost 300 baht.
Below is a photo of the stunning ‘Vun’ from Angelwitch Go-Go Bar in Nana Plaza. A lot of guys are already saying that ‘Vun’ (Miss October) is the prettiest go-go girl by far, but it boils down to personal preference. If you don’t find these Thai girls attractive, you need a check up from the neck up!
We Proudly Present Miss Vun… Happy New Year!
AFTER DARK 2010 CALENDAR - VUN - ANGELWITCH GO-GO BAR
DAVES RAVES – Don’t forget to check ‘DAVES RAVES’ on the Side Bar for regular updates. This is a new feature which allows you to be kept updated frequently.
OK, you can stop staring at Vun! Now look to the right of Vun and there you will find the updates. As always, thanks for visiting and may you have a very Happy New Year, Cheers!
DAVES RAVES – This Christmas Thailand did not have the tourist troops marching in as expected. None of the beach resorts in Thailand were particularly busy for the time of year. Hopefully New Year’s Eve will be busier.
BIRTHDAY BOY – My website celebrates its 3rd Anniversary. Thanks for your loyal support over the years, it is always appreciated. Cheers!(more…)
Tonight the Halloween Weekend commences in Angelwitch Go-Go Bars in Nana Plaza, Bangkok and Soi 15 Walking Street, Pattaya. Both Angelwitch Go-Go Bars are decorated and there will be special shows for Halloween on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It promises to be a lot of scary fun.
Halloween weekend will be a scream!
Wishing you all a Happy Halloween. Hope you have a great weekend. Cheers!
Compared to Thailand the nightlife scene in Farangland is not as exciting, or enjoyable by light years. But, in Farangland you at least know what time the bars, pubs and clubs will close. (more…)
At the Sukhumvit Soi 23 end of Soi Cowboy, the @ Corner Bar located directly opposite The Old Dutch Restaurant run drink specials that change daily. One example is Beer Lao @ 70 Baht, which I thought some of you might want to check out. (more…)
