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BB: I think that was greg's point and that you actually both agree. I agree also that it's probably better to start first trip in center of action (easier to get familiar and find what you like via walking out occasionally) and then later if preferred go to RG, so that when you leave RG you have your goals targetted and the trip into town is not a big deal. Hub

This post begs the question on where to get the best imatation golf shirts. they are a little cheesy in Mike's, and not good quality... any other suggestions out there?? Hub

This place is beat. View is good, except for big ugly windy Inn sign and rusted metal everywhere. On Walking Street but actually do more walking than say RG due to baht bus routes. No phones/alarm clocks (which some may like, not me I like naps and play golf), nine inch crap tv. Walk downstairs 2 or more flights to order room service or anything else. Rooms old, overpriced by 2x compared to better rooms, treatment, amenties, you get at places like Flipper, Eastinny, Welcome Pattaya. Initially I was given room where shower sprayed evrywhere from leaks and tolet didn't flush (kind of embarrasin

Liver wasters - mixed drinks Thai Rotgut - Thai whickey (e.g., mekong)

Ray: I'm not, but wouldn't mind trying so can't vouch for any of the places above. Not even enough time for golf in pattaya on short trips ( 2weeks or less). For prices try: http://www.mermaiddive.com/news.htm http://www.a1-diving-thailand-seafari.com/...cuba-diving.htm

http://www.pattayasports.org/

I hear what you're saying Ray, and also should add that haven has the best Bfast deal I found and open very early (around 6:30-7) with eggs, coffee, toast and I think pototoes for 50 baht and also 50 baht omelletes. But the rooms are just too small and I don't need the attitude when I'm a client. I also had some missing cash one night after coming home drunk and passing out ( I was alone and friend checked how much baht i had when he poured me off at my room specifically because he wanted to make sure security guard didn't nab it.) Some other places (eg Cafe Kronburg)will also store your clu

Ed: Here's some info, discounts are for PSC mebers (which would be worth your while if you are diving daily): AQUArelax DIVING CENTER 183/27 Soi Post Office + 66 (038) 710-900 Email: aquarelax@hotmail.com An international PADI 5 Star IDC Center with braches in Germany, Brazil and Thailand. Thai, English, German, and French speaking staff. Provide any kind of dive training and trips with high standard, privately owned and built 26 meter dive boat for relaxing and safe diving. Sales and service for dive equipment. Discount: 20% on beginner course 10% on trips and othe

pattaya-golfer: I stayed at haven on my first trip for the reasons ray emtnioned. Not a bad idea, but somteimes steven is unappraochable and cops an attitude (accused me of not paying for my rental clubs after staying with hm several days). Rooms are also small and tatty here compared to what you can get for the sameprice at several other hotel (flipper, eastinny, sabai, etc). Another option, which I recommend, is to join pattaya sports club, pays for itself in one to two rounds via discounts: http://www.pattayasports.org/golf/Golf%20Home.htm See their schedule, also in local

Guys: Thanks for all the helpful posts. I checked out Tequilla Reef and really liked the place. AC, nice setting, the owner is very friendly (hey, SFDude, he's also from sanfran), food good, and great shaken margaritas. TG deal is buffet for 450 including turkey, ham, duck breast, and all trimmings. I think it will be very good. The owner asked that if we have six or more we make reservation as he is expecting good turnout. I was thinking about maybe fivish, with maybe a crawl on Soi 6/Yodak before around 3. Can you guys IM me or respond on this thread if you are interested? So

Hey Phil: Sorry, can't ride in with you, but glad you are still headin' out and was wondering if you are still up for some NFL games and Thanksgiving. My Mom was glad when I told her I'd be celebrating TG with some other people in Thailand. If you're around, I might ask you to slur into the phone Thursday late night so she can hear another boston accent:D. Pats got a tough one tonight. "Love that muddy water, boston your my town." Hope you can also make Banana 2 party. Hub (as in Hub City)

Eltib: You're right, I may try eva deluxe next time, but was able to trade in some FF miles to get $350 RT from NW this time. Cathay pacific was really good last time, good food, cute attendants, left friday 7:00 pm (so could work that day) and arrived BKK at 11:30 am. They even upgraded me to Bus from HK to BKk. Only problem there is my friend travelling with me got a little maow maow and I may be on some list somewhere. I'm within 5-6K FF miles on my AA card from getting free Cathay Pacific flight. Zues, I don't know if you've been on it, but our NW flight can be a little rough. S

Arrive on horrible NW flight late Sunday night (unfortnately I wasn't able to take Cathay Pacific through HK like last time). Anyone want to split a taxi with the obligatory stop for road sodas (beers to go)? Hub

Leotex, BigD and Eltib: Thanks for replys, I may not end up at RG, but looks like there be a few boardies tipping them back at fLB, myself included. Leotex, not my first time but haven't been to a wed/sen meeting yet, have to change that this time. Hub

Ranger: Are you the same guy that posted some reports on another board? I don't remember if it was Club Hombre or Nanaplaza, but remember getting some good information, i think on Rio also? I get in to BKK 11/25 at 11:30 and will likely go to Pattaya directly (I'll probably need a day to recover JL so wouldn't be able to enjoy BKK anyways). I'll let you know if a change my mind, if not let's get a beer or two afterwards sometime in pattaya. Hub

Great Pictures!! Thanks Cess, I reiterate earlier poster on feeling like I'm there (i will be anyways in 12 days). The beach road ones especially, I feel like I'm wandering around aimlessly like I did often on my first trip when staying at the Haven on Soi 13. Hub

Just wondering how many guys staying at Residence Garden late Nov./early Dec. We seem like (from the calender) we have a good group in town. I promise not to tell any ex-tilacs, just wondering more for potential to meet up for prowls, etc. as I may need to make a schedule change for my dates/plans. A few I see on the calender are: PistonPilot Dilbert Gman CJ's LBplay Griffo El Tib Zeus The Lizard KJB BigDUSA Garibaldi Powerbob If you are worried about privacy/publishing your whereabouts, just IM me if you get a moment (I'll buy the first round or two at FLB). Hope to

Ray: Kazaa.com. Make sure you get ad-aware from lavasoft to clean up the ad software (adware) audiogalaxy, kazaa and other similar programs put on your computer. I usually clean all adware off my computer, and then just reinstall Kazaa when I want to download something. Hub

Cess: I've got a bunch of songs on my hard drive that I was going to burn on a CD for my friend so he can dream of LOS (he can't make it back until next spring). I recorded from Audiogalaxy site (before it went down) and Kazaa. It's not the stuff I would normally listen to, but when you are jonesing for pattaya they are good to throw on. The songs include: Where Are You (live and studio) A couple Chinadolls songs (Mosquito and ?) A couple Venga Boys songs Bon Jovi It's my Life A couple of Pogues songs about Pattaya An Aqua song And some other songs I can't remember (I'm at

Do a search on this board as well as ofbboard.com and pattayabargirls.com, 4 or 5 of us have talked about meeting for NFL games. Since you have Boston in your nickname, can I assume Pats fan? I was born in Danvers and grew up in NH, so would be good to watch Pats with fellow fan. IM me as we get closer to dates so I'm sure to let you know on plans. Hub

Is there an echo in here or do I not speaka no good engles?? ;D Hub

Sensiar: I think Airbus is coming out with new planes in the next year that fly non-stop anywhere (28 or so hours in the air). I read something on the last CP flight I was on. I assume they will be expensive as hell to fly initially. That would be nice, just put me in business class, recline the seat, and wake me up when we get to BKK. :) Hub

Tony; That's a pretty good deal, I probably would've paid the extra 300 to get 20K FF miles instead of having to use 20K. Same for the EVA deal Emil mentioned, I guess. But probably better financially for me now to save the $300. ::) Emil: Yeah, the dates are actually a little better 11/23-12/8, because I leave on Saturday morning and return Sunday, so less vacation days required. Angel Travel required I leave Friday morning. I'm hoping to get to 46K on AA miles by next year using AA credit card and CP has their 50K offer (I'll get 4K off for booking on-line). At least the ticket is

First of All, Thanks for the info Gammon and Emil. since I only have 32K AA miles I found another deal below. From the Mistys board compliments of Noktang I picked up this deal yesterday AM on Northwest: http://www.nwa.com/features/cashnmiles_pac.html I used 20K FF miles and am paying $360 RT ($426 with all fees and taxes) from NYC. Usually 60K FF miles for free RT ticket, this time only 20K for half price (Angel Travel was $840 with taxes RT). Very good deal, but must book quick as elligible seats go very quickly. Hub

Emil: Thanks, I am a AA member, and have about 31K FF, so one more trip means free trip next time. I'm in the same boat with NW (about 42K miles) so angel travel deal of $750 RT sounded pretty tempting. I like CP better, especially since they upgraded me last time from HK to Bsusiness! ;D I get the CP emails, but all cheap trips seemed to be w/out FF miles. I did see the 5K bonus though. Thanks again and let me check the CP site for the deal you are speaking of. HUb