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I am not fortunate enough to come more than once a year, but I know there are some who come several times a year, and still others who live in Pattaya. Assuming you can get away from the wife for a night or two, what do you pay in the usual places? I have to pay almost 1700 baht per night for the Areca (or whatever it is these days), but I guess if you live in the city you get a discount? What does Papillion pay? Martin? 1/2 price? lol. I know in the US you can get serious discounts if you know ther desk cler or have certain affiliations. Is it the same in Pattaya? Honey Lodge....Expa

Noluck for me out of east USA east coast. Can NOT find any FFM trips under 120K. I hate Delta (and partners). Star Alliance me ass..

And a nice side door to get into the place after hours!

C'mon! First time in Bangkok? You MUST go to the Nana Plaza and experience all that first! Many say otherwise, but Bangkok has some extroadinary looking ladies. The prices are certainly much higher but what's a few baht more when you're on your first trip to LOS. My suggestion is stay in Bangkok for 2-3 days. Take a trip up the river, floating gardens, etc.. Then trek down to Pattaya for some good slumming!

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No one likes a smartass! Martin, book me a trip from PHL using your miles and I'll pay you $800?

If anyone has miles to sell or book a trip I would be greatful. My dates are extremely flexible and I am looking towards July or August of 2011. Any strategy on finding ff flights from PHL would be appreciated.

Surprised to find the Thai girls really enjoyed the Tiffany show. I have made it each time and Its nice to sit in that air-coniditoning. Nice beer-bar with many pool tables right across the street as well.

Have never heard anything but good things about EVA.

All good answers. Right across from Areca is the one I'm familiar with. Nicely cleaned, folded and bagged for very little money. However, I'm sure wherever you're staying will have it done for you as an extra service.

HI. is that all-in? What are the travel dates? Thanks.

I purchased 100K US airways miles on Ebay for $1,500, enough for a business class ticket on Thai airways from JFK. The regular cost of this ticket was over $4K. Economy alone was about $1,500. Yes, by having the Ebay guy book my ticket using his miles, I did not earn any miles, but in this case the difference between economy and business was worth it. If your dates are relatively flexible, you can put your reservation on "hold" for 48 hours and give the other person the confirmation code. In my case, we were on a 3-way call with the airline. But if you go this route, don't even THINK abo

You didn't ask, but i"ll throw it out there for anyone else who might be interested. Areca is one of the only hotels whose direct, call-ahead price is greater than that offered by Sawadee.com When I informed Areca that sawadee offered a better rate, she responded, "Go Sawadee". lol. Just be sure to check around and don't assume that the hotel offers a better price in all cases (they usually do, but not in this case). Anyway, ENJOY!!

My 2 cents.. Very nice for the price. Only drawback (if any) is no lift and you might be on the 3rd floor. Other than that, had no issues. Main entrance closes around 2, but you will be given a key to the private entrance on the side of the blgd. (Very trustig of Dennis to allow you to walk through his bar unattended). Can order breakfast off menu from place right next door and Metro girls will fech it for you. Also, large supply of free DVDs to watch if you can possibly find the time. Lastly, Lolitas is 50 steps away, money exchange on the corner, 7-11 right there as well as s

just curious so no offense. Is it possible to retire in LOS on 40K baht per month? less than 1500 baht per day?

My 5th trip is coming up and I am thinking about plucking a gal from Nana or Pattaya and head "up country" and back home. Seen a lot of pics and stories about the rural life and it sounds fascinating, if not somewhat boring in comparison. Please let us know how your trip goes

SO? amputees and the deranged are truly dependent upon charity. Why would I give a 100 baht tip for a round of tequila and not drop a baht or two on some genuinely down-and-out folk? Enslave and control a beggar with 2 limbs? If that is true, then at least the mafia has a heart.

In picture #3, is that MrRobj? on television?? lol

This is the cheapest, most decent, place I've stayed to date. 4K baht for a week + 570 baht daily thereafter through September. Previous reviews available via search. Metro Apartments - rates

Wow! and that was a year ago! Wonder what a reasonable monthly baht income would be these days..

Back to the OP for a second. I didn't see anywhere how much this guy was trying to live off of? Just as a refererence point, might be helpful to know. Also, I assume he stopped "mongering" considerably (or perhaps all togehter). That alone is not only costly but has to contribute to bad health in the long run. Did he smoke? Not really relative to his plight currently, but may help some decide what to do and what NOT to do in the long run.

Another quality contribution from an experienced BM monger. Thanks for taking the time.

Go get 'em Owen

Have not been in LOS at the END of a January, but I think that is still high season and finding a good hotel might still be difficult. You might want to reserve for the entire period, if you can. Just a thought...