rockinjerry

Before I go: I start saving money for my next trip as soon as I get home. Then, I save more money. And then, I save more money. And finally, I save more money. The more US dollars I save, the more baht I can spend on the pleasures of LOS! Seriously, I think women the world over prefer a well groomed man with good hygiene. IMHO, it can enhance your position to score with the lady of your choice. But, on the other hand, I have seen some real crappy looking men with real dolls. So, I am of the opinion that in most cases the deciding factor is baht. Rockin' Jerry

I went in FLB last night and Ben told me the tragic news. I had one drink and left as the desire to party was gone. Om will be greatly missed.

Tangent: Try Cathay-Pacific. They usually have good fares and I have flown with them before. In fact, just booked LA to BKK for $630, taxes included. Booked it last week for flight next week. Yeah!!!! But this deal is only good until April 15. However, they are now running an All Asia Special but not sure of the dates. I suggest you sign up for e-mail promotions from all companies that fly to BKK and watch the promotions they offer as you have plenty of time left before your trip. I disagree that fares are cheaper in the summer, even though it is low season in Thailand it is high s

No Penthouse for me either. I didn't stay there but a friend of mine did last year. Cockroaches running all over the place, rooms, dining area, and even in the bar. I saw some roaches in the outside patio dining area and also in the bar as well. And my friend had a disagreement on billpadding for lady drinks and the owner wouldn't do anything about it. I was present when this happened. He checked out and went to another hotel. Penthouse or the Go-Go won't have my business again. Rockin'

I stayed at the Woodlands on my first visit to PTTY several years ago. It was, and is geared toward family business. I had to pay a 500 baht joiner fee every night when I brought a lady back.I didi't want the hassle of relocating so I put up with it. At the time, the Manager accepted the arrangement but stated that the lady could not stay late and could not be taken to the hotel restaurant or use the pool. I have read where these same rules still apply. If I recall correctly, next door toward the beach is the Sunshine Gardens Hotel? and it appeared really nice as well, and they did not

Tahoe Bill: And, a more subtle way of putting it. Here's to you and here's to me. May we never disagree. But, If we do-to Hell with You, Here's to ME! Rockin'

BIG D USA: Whatcha been drinking? LOL! Look again. This IS posted in the Airline Deals section. Rockin'

I'm with you, Kidd you not! Love to see the Eagles upset the Pats. I will be rooting for them all the way. I was in Pattaya when my Oakland Raiders played Tampa Bay in the Super Bowl. Stayed up all night to watch it live, starting with pre-game at about 5:30 AM. There were two of us die-hard Raider fans still watching and getting drunk by the time the game ended and my beloved Raiders got their ass kicked by Gruder and his team. Will be at home for this game and won't have to stay up all night before the game. Damn, Wish I were in Pattaya so I could stay up all night again for the

BigSmile: Thanks. Got it. Yep, there is no "pool account." I realize that you have to designate what SA partner carrier you want the miles to go to. I thhink that is what I said, or was trying to say originally? Who knows, maybe too many beers?Must have been on a different page at that time? But, what you just stated is how I also understand it. No matter what SA airline I book, I can designate to my "home carrier." And, that is what I have done in the past. Thanks.

BigSmile: If I understand correctly, I can use my FF miles accumulated on all Star Alliance carriers, but with one particular SA carrier? In otherwords, I have FF miles with several SA carriers, but not enough with any one partner carrier to use then on their particular airline. You are saying that, for example, I want to book on Thai Air. I use my miles with them, then inform them that I have X number of FF miles on their partners United, Air New Zealnd, Singapore, etc, and give them my FF number for those carries, and Thai will honor and deduct and use those miles for my Thai flight?

Big Smile: Please enlighten me regard Star Alliance. In the past I have been told by them that you have to desiginate a particular carrier when you are checking in at the counter, the air carrier of your choice, for the miles to go to. At first, I though SA was like a bank, that you could accumulate your air miles for any of their partners then use member carrier of your choice for later on. I had been told by both SA, and whatever member carrier that I was flying with that I had to specify a particular airline. So, if I was misinformed on more than one occassion, of if this i

Almost a impossibility now from the USA as many airlines have consolidated with others to take their passengers. Too many airlines are cutting back and or failing. Since 9/11 I have found each and every flight I have taken full, or close to it. Domestic and International as well. Prior to 9/11 I recall my first flight to New Zealand and return home, Pleanty of extra seats to use. After, United quit flying into NZ and I recall a return trip where there were four airlines respresented on that flight. It was neat in the respect that most United (I think?) passengers were going to The Cook Isl

Yes. Same in USA.

SoCalGuy: Have flown a lot of different airlines and all have been doable for me in Economy. I would have to say that Singapore was my favorite but the additional stop was a bummer. Especially on the return trip. Seem to recall it was a 3-1/2 layover in Singapore for the plane change to Tapei and then another change to LAX. Same going to BKK but a somewhat shorter layover in Singapore. LAX, Tapei, Singapore, BKK, going and coming. Made for a very long, full day of airports and flying. Too much for me to do again. I flew Japan Airline on my summer trip this year. First time with th

Bugs, meaning Cockroaches all over the place. I met a guy at my hotel this summer who had booked The Penthouse but moved out after 2-nights. Why? Cockroaches all over the hotel, his room,dining areas and Kittens Club. He talked me into going in to Kittens as he wanted to see if a lady he had previously met was working. On our way in and walking past the patio dining area, he pointed out several roaches scurrying about the tables. Then, while setting at a stage bar and watching the dancers, at different times we brought to each others attention the fact of roaches scurrying about. I don

Rhino Yes, (spelled by the owner Steve) Lewiinski's is a great place to watch the NFL. It is located on Soi Pattayaland 1. Can't miss it as it has a silhouette of Monica smoking a cigar in the front window. The bar has A/C and friendly staff. It is also a hotel and restaurant so you can eat while you watch. No bar girls though, so bring your own if you so desire. Big screen TV at end of bar. Brings back memories of two years ago; sad memories. I stay at Lew's, as I call it, and after getting done doing my nightly duty and getting refusal of her to come down and watch the Super Bowl with m

What the total cost of your ticket to fly Evergreen Deluxe? I have never flown Eva yet but have heard a lot of good things about it. Enjoyed the report!

Mr Big Tatoo on Soi Pattayland 1, between 2nd & Beach Rd. Had a Hell's Angel check out his equipment and stated it was OK & sterile operation. Don't recall prices but certainly not bad compared USA. Been there twice. Satisfied. Rockin' Jerry

Thanks Pete! I did the delete cookies and the last two attempts to log on worked. However, I did the auto remember me but still have to log on each time. No big deal as long as I continue to be able to get on board. Hopefully, no more problem! Jerry

Just sent Pete an e-mail saying I could not get logged in even after the message showed me as Logged in and as a member being on board. Have had this problem for about a week now but always managed to Log IN after a few attempts. Today, it took about 10-attempts. How to fix/correct? Rockin' Jerry

The Atkins Diet works for me! You can still push away from the table and have a full belly. Only thing is, I have to give up all the junk food that I really like. Bread, french fries, pasta, potatoes, potato chips, gravy, ice creme, etc. But, once I start I don't find it difficult as it is just changing your eating habits. When I sit around on my ass and gain about 15-pounds to 180 or more, I start the diet and Voila! I am back down to my good weight of about 165-pounds. And, most of the beer belly is gone. No longer Pom Pui! A lot of my friends went on it first and I saw the r

Go with Big Dick on this one. Roland, why so cynical? So Terranova is out of the country right now, but soon returning. Why do you make a legitimate question complicated? With the few thousand board members on this board, isn't it possible that those that know and want to help could provide him with several leads and make his hunting a lot easier? Rockin' Jerry

Vanilla: Unfortunately, this was where I first stayed on my first trip to Pattaya several years ago, and first trip to Thailand as well so I was a Real Newbie. While the hotel is nice enough, but it was-probably still is-geared for the family, I soon found out that they didn't want lady friends there. I hadn't unpacked my bags and immediately went across the street to get a cold one and the BG's ask, "Where you stay?" I pointed to the hotel and they said, "No let bar lady in." I went back and spoke to the General Manager. He said that they didn't allow BG's in but in my case the hotel

500 baht was what I paid last August, but it was a first class car, no clunker.

For that time of year, High Season, I think your budget is way to low. I paid 850 baht per night at a nice hotel, close to the beach, and the same room goes for 1450 baht during the time you want to go. I think you will require some very good luck to find a hotel to your liking for the time & price you are looking for. Rockin' Jerry