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…)
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…)
We all keep reading about the doom and gloom in Farangland and there is just no escaping it. Perhaps circumstances make it very difficult for you to experience the Thai go-go bars in Bangkok and Pattaya. Well don’t despair, because if you can’t come to see the sexy Thai go-go girls, then I will bring them to you. Here are hot and sexy go-go dancers from Kitten Club in Pattaya. These Thai go-go girls really dance. Enjoy!
STREET BEAT - Late last night I spontaneously decided to check out the after dark scene in Bangkok. I went to Climax Club on Sukhumvit Soi 11 and it was rocking! This is where Thai girls like to party after dark and there is no cash ‘n’ carry for a Thai takeaway. Don’t be shy give it a try!
STREET BEAT - Formerly known as Spice Club, the renamed Climax Club is located in Ambassador Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 11. It is now open late and gets going from 2am onwards. The Thai DJs stereotypically play techno and hip hop music. Well, that is if you can call that music!
STREET BEAT - I also did a street beat patrol of the ‘pavement pubs’ that are located from Sukhumvit Soi 5 right up towards Asoke. These unlicensed mobile bars are turning over a fair trade. From my intensive research I discovered that a beer will cost you 80 baht at all the pavement pubs. Bloody hell, I’m feeling rough today!
DAVES RAVES - I like to shop and eat at Foodland, but Sukhumvit Soi 5 transcends into ‘Little Africa’ after dark. It makes Caucations feel like you are Tarzan!
PAVEMENT PUBS - The Bangkok Post published an article entitled ‘Bangkok’s sleazy street of shame’ - QUICK CLICK
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…)
JOIN THE Q - Free Entrance to Q Bar (Sukhumvit Soi 11 Bangkok), before midnight on Mondays and Tuesdays. (Note that proper ID is always required). Check it out!
SUPER SAVER - Sunrise Tacos Mexican Grill (Between Sukhumvit Soi 12 & 14 Bangkok) has a drinks deal on Corona Beer (149 Baht each) - buy 2 and get 1 free!
FACEBOOK UPDATE - Join me as a Facebook friend. Here is my Facebook Profile Page - http://bit.ly/7tXtr
WEATHER WATCH - Currently Bangkok is cool and dry. The cool season has arrived and it is the ideal time to visit in terms of the climate.
DAVES RAVES - Thailand’s cool guys! Well, it is ‘cool’ in more ways than one, but it is a relief that the temperature has dropped.
DAVES RAVES - The tourist troops are marching into Bangkok and the increasing number of foreigners is visible on the streets.
There are early indications that the forthcoming high season in Nana Plaza is likely to be better than expected. Well, this at least applies to the most popular go-go bars. Some go-go bars in Nana Plaza are very busy for the beginning of October. For instance, last Friday night was one of the busiest nights in Angelwitch for the entire year. The show ‘n’ go-go bars are continuing to do a brisk trade at weekends. The main show bars in Nana Plaza are, Angelwitch, Spankys and Hollywood Carousel. (more…)
The popular nightspot Spice Club has been renamed Climax. Word is that taxi drivers were taking Spice customers to Spicy instead. I think it was wise to change the name of the club in this case. What with Spice, Spicy and Bossy, it was getting confusing for all concerned. To celebrate the rebirth there is a Climax Party this Tuesday, September 29th. There will be live music, international DJs, coyote showgirls and your first drink is free. Spice it up all you want, but we would sooner have a climax! (more…)
Recently, there is a noticeable increase in visitors to Nana Plaza and this past weekend saw some go-go bars packed to capacity with customers. One reason is due to a five-day national holiday in Japan. The three main Rainbow Bars, or ‘Jap Traps’ in Nana Plaza namely; Rainbow 1, Rainbow 2 and Rainbow 4 were brimming with Japanese customers. I know I have a laugh at their expense, but the Japanese are usually no trouble at all as paying punters. They never seem to complain, never get aggressive and rarely cause trouble. In terms of behaviour and generosity, the Japanese are ideal customers for the go-go bars and not surprisingly, very popular with Thai bar girls. (more…)
There is a Birthday Bash at Pretty Lady Go-Go Bar this Friday, September 18th, for the manager Tukata. Pretty Lady offers a ‘free feeding frenzy’ and beers are only 100 baht all night. If you have lost your bearings, Pretty Lady is located on the ground level on the left-hand side, as you enter Nana Plaza. Apparently, there are also some exciting shows. You will be welcomed with open legs… Oops! I mean open arms. (more…)
As I am typing this, the heavens have opened up and it is hammering it down with silvery bullets. Us Bangkokians are under heavy fire! Currently, here in Bangkok there is frequent heavy rainfall, whereas Pattaya has been very fortunate in terms of the weather. If you compare the climate in Bangkok to Pattaya, you might think you are in another country. This is a blessing in disguise for a seaside town, which has suffered a significant drop in foreign visitors. So far so good, Pattaya is high and dry! (more…)
Regarding the go-go bar scene in Bangkok, I think it is fair to say that a lot of the action is in Soi Cowboy these days. Shark Go-Go Bar was packed this week and we are talking about a Tuesday night. Shark was so busy that they opened the upstairs section. They have got the formula right in a simple, but effective way. Shark Bar operates to a standard format of rotating sets of go-go dancing with no shows during the night. The go-go dancers are so sexy that it could be classed as a show in itself.
Royal City Avenue or ‘RCA’ is a popular little strip for Thais and foreigners alike to party the night away. If you agree to buy a bottle of whisky, you will receive free entrance to the clubs. If you don’t manage to finish the bottle that night, most clubs will reserve your bottle for another time. If you are not into doing the hip-hop bop, some clubs provide live music as an alternative. Live bands perform both Thai and Western songs. (more…)
