In this article, I want to give you step-by-step instructions on how to absolutely maximize your Thailand trip. If getting the most out of the time, and money spent is your priority, then you’re at the right place here.
At the end, I will show you even more advanced strategies that go beyond what this video covers, so stick around!
This is not a mainstream Thailand guide. What I will cover here are intricate details you won’t find mentioned anywhere else.
From apps, to using anonymous phone numbers, custom fit condoms, picking a place to stay that allows you to bring girls without reception stopping you, to buying certain bedroom enhancements at pharmacies; I will cover it all.
But, to start with, I will make certain assumptions about you. If visiting temples and beaches is your main priority, then you can stop watching right away. This Thailand setup assumes that you are all about having fun, meeting girls, meeting freelancers, exploring Thailand’s adult nightlife.
Alright, let’s get started, step-by-step.
[1] Unlocked phone. Absolutely essential. Make sure your smartphone is NOT locked to your carrier, or else you won’t be able to use it with a Thai SIM card. Check beforehand with your carrier!
[2] Setup LINE messenger app. This is the Thailand version of WhatsApp. You can register an account while you are still at home. BUT avoid doing so with your real phone number as that will sometimes lead to restricted functions, such as not being able to add someone – or, more specifically a Thai account – as a friend.
I prefer using smspool.net, select Thailand for country, and LINE for service. This will give you the real Thailand LINE version with all the features, and it’s anonymous. It is a paid service but there are no legit alternatives.
Any free online phone number you can google and might be able to use, someone else will reuse within a short period of time, essentially locking you out of whichever app you registered it to.
[3] Setup a WhatsApp account with a fake number. You can use the same service I mentioned (smspool.net), or textverified.com Both work. I wouldn’t feel comfortable using my real WhatsApp account to add random girls, etc. but your phone, your choice. You can delete that account after your Thailand trip. In the security setting, enable 2 factor authentication, so nobody can use your fake number to setup another account.
Keep in mind, even if you get a Thai phone number when you arrive at the airport, that is most likely a reused one anyway. I’ve gotten SIM cards at the airport and registered my LINE account, only to have random Thai people add me as a friend via my phone number.
The only way that makes sense is if the phone number has been reused. Back to installing WhatsApp with a fake number. How do you install a 2nd WhatsApp since you most likely have a main WhatsApp account already?
Depends on your phone, for Samsung there is dual messenger in the settings, there are apps such as Parallel Space that allow you to create dual accounts for various apps including messengers.
[4] For extra privacy, install iVPN or any VPN app you are already using. I often get asked if visiting certain websites while you are in Thailand is an issue … and in my experience it is not, but a VPN can still be useful to enhance your privacy.
Also, your banking app might not work while you are abroad in Thailand. I’ve encountered this issue while logging in on my laptop, and the only solution was a VPN. Similar issues can happen with PayPal, etc. if you need access while in Thailand.
[5] Credit or debit cards, whichever you prefer. The best I can recommend is Revolut app. You can then use that app/card to pay pretty much anywhere in Thailand: 7-Eleven, GrabTaxi, ordering food or items online, etc.
And it allows you to generate one-time-use card details that nobody can steal, and reuse. You can use that card with Google Wallet, and Apple Pay; in stores or online on sites such as Lazada, or Shopee which are sort of the Thai versions of Amazon.
[6] Speaking of apps, GrabTaxi is the one to use in Thailand, specifically, in Bangkok. Install, attach your debit or credit card and you are ready to rock-and-roll.
Sure, you can save money by hailing a taxi, but depending on where you wish to go, it’s often a hassle having to explain that in detail, and overall not worth saving a few pennies. After all, this video is about maximizing fun, and enjoyment.
[7] Order and test custom fit condoms. That’s for maximum safety and pleasure. The standard ones in Thailand are poor quality, and in general, the standard ones in most countries are never an exact, or even comfortable fit. Just google ‘custom fit condoms’, you see exactly what I mean, and the different brand.
A world of a difference once you find your perfect fit! I say custom fit even though they are not actually custom fit. What I really mean is that say major brands such as Durex have a few standard sizes, and those that I call custom fit have 10, 20, or even 30 sizes, and you can pretty much almost get a custom fit that way.
[8] Bring at minimum 2 bank cards, either debit and credit, or multiple debit/credit cards. The app I’ve mentioned before (Revolut), plus your standard bank card, or credit card would be a good combination. Check with your bank if you have geo-restrictions when traveling and using your card abroad. You don’t want your ATM withdrawals locked, so for that reason a backup option is essential.
[9] Setup a ThaiFriendly account. Lots of freelancers there. You can copy and paste messages to meet up without having to spend much time chatting.
Again, don’t waste your time, if you are just looking for fun, you simply ask if she works freelance and how much, and what her contact details are. Or add your contact details in that first message right away.
The paid ThaiFriendly version allows you to send messages in bulk, totally worth it. Enable the filters and filter by weight, and age. Plus, you can also hide any of the girls you don’t like so they aren’t shown again.
[10] Stay 2-6 BTS or MRT stops from Asok. This is generally a good guideline. When booking a hotel on Agoda, book for 2 people (which is the standard setting anyway).
For filters, use “Guest-rating: 9+ Exceptional”. This high-level filter has never failed me. Any additional filters as per your preferences, based on the amenities you need, pool, gym, etc. Having a pool is a good excuse to invite girls over.
Open the map on Agoda and you see both the BTS (green) and MRT (blue) line. Now make sure you stay close to a station and overall not to far from Asok, which is the epicenter of fun; both Soi Cowboy and Nana Plaza are within walking distance.
As for the hotel’s reception seeing you bring girls/freelancers, you have to decide what kind of guy you are. Some guys want privacy and not be seen. Others want safety, and want the girl to deposit her ID at reception when walking in.
In general, large hotels (think the ones with rooftop restaurants, pool areas, etc.) will never stop you or ask because there’s just so many people walking in and out. And people who aren’t even staying at the hotel walking past reception to go to the rooftop bar, or restaurant, etc.
If you want that reception ”safety net“, stay at a smaller place that is well aware of who their guests are. And lastly, having to pay a guest-fee for bringing girls isn’t really common unless you stay directly in the Red Light areas. Otherwise, it is not something to worry about.
[11] Bring cash, exchange once you arrive at the airport. Best exchange rates you will usually find in Thailand, rather than exchanging in your home country. Any of the booths of major exchange companies are fine, right after you go through immigration.
Exchange rates vary only minimally. Just look for the green, or purple, or orange exchange booths. The first two are major Thai banks, the orange one is an exchange place I can recommend.
You will also find these at some train stations, in most malls, so there are plenty of options to exchange more foreign currency throughout your trip.
Keep in mind, most ATMs have 220 Thai Baht (that’s roughly $7 USD) withdrawal fee for foreign cards, and unless your bank refunds those fees, it’s best to limit ATM withdrawals, or at the very least max out the withdrawal limit.
[12] SIM cards booths upon arrival are in the same area as the exchange booths. Any major carrier is fine, prices are about the same, and so are Internet speeds. Your choice which package you choose depending on the length of your stay.
[13] Talking about arrival, start in Bangkok if you’ve never been to Thailand. I know, Pattaya is Sin City, and a lot of the nightlife videos you see on YouTube were filmed there … but trust me, there’s enough sensory overload & fun waiting in Bangkok if you are a first-timer.
If you decide that you want more action, just order a private taxi to take you to Pattaya.
[14] If you need a haircut after you’ve arrived and prior to your first night out, I recommend you walk around a bit in your area, or a market area nearby. I know this sounds odd, why not look up a place online?
Well, what you find online are the actual barber shops or hair salons. But walking around, especially at market areas, you find those tiny booths with awesome barbers.
Mostly younger guys who can give you an awesome haircut and trim for usually less than 300 Baht, and most importantly, no appointment required, you’ll get it done instantly, or only have to wait a few minutes.
[15] If you require or simply want some additional enhancement for your first night – not medical advice – but I think you know what enhancement I am referring to, you can walk into any pharmacy and get it without a prescription.
The legit Thai generic version of the blue pill is called Sidegra. Should be 200 Baht for 4 x 100mg pills. This product is legit, not a fake. No need to buy from the streets.
[16] If you drink alcohol, which I assume you do, prep for the end of your first night. Head to 7-Eleven, buy a 1 liter bottle of water and a sachet of this electrolyte powder.
Put it in your fridge, and drink it at the end of your night. I usually drink the entire 1 liter bottle before going to sleep. No headache, or hangover the next morning.
[17] Okay, so your first night out. Here’s how I would start it. Get ready at around 8PM. Head to the Asok area (that’s where Terminal21 is located). To get into the mood, head to 7-Eleven and grab a beer or any other alcoholic drink. You can drink in the open, yes.
And what you do is simply have your drink, or multiple drinks and walk around to soak up the atmosphere. Start at Soi Cowboy and walk to Nana Plaza, or vice versa. You will naturally have interactions with people, freelancers on the street, etc.
[18] In general, start your night as late as possible and stay out as long as possible. Mornings, noon, and early afternoon are the worst. There isn’t much to do anyway. Most of the interesting stuff starts late afternoon, whether that’s girls getting off work to meet up with you, regular bars, beer bars, people watching, etc.
[19] Back to your night out. So, say, it’s 9PM now. On your way from one Red Light District to the other, you must check out the secret Japanese Underground bar.
It’s right beneath the Ruamchitt hotel. Walk in for a drink. That’s all I’m gonna say, the rest will be a surprise.
[20] Next up, Crazy House outside of Soi Cowboy (not at the main entrance, but on the back entrance side) is a must-visit. Completely nude dancers on stage. Go in for a drink. Any other gogo bar you can walk in to see if it’s to your liking, and just turn around and walk right out if you don’t like what you see. No entrance fee.
[21] At 2AM, you experience your first after hour club. Penny Black at Asok inside Soi Cowboy. Lots of freelancers, gogo girls going there after your shift. Head in, dance, have fun. Lots of positive, receptive girls because many are looking for customers.
You can stay until 4, or 5AM. Once you have an entrance stamp at Penny Black, you can walk outside and buy cheap drinks at the small store next door – and get some fresh air. Then that place will close.
If you want to push even further, you can take a taxi to Lucky Bar. A good percentage of people go there after Penny Black. Similar type of club/bar, only smaller and this is where the night will end.
[22] After Lucky Bar, you take a girl to grab some food. Lots of places/food stalls outside. Or as an alternative, food and drinks at your place/hotel.
[23] After the meal, you take the girl home with you. If it’s a normal girl, you don’t need to say anything. Just get a taxi. It’s implied where both of you are going, you don’t need to spell it out or ask. If you suspect the girl you are with is a freelancer, now it’s time to discuss details.
Otherwise you might think you’ll get it for free, only to have her demand money when leaving after waking up. And then it can be tricky if she states her rate, and it sort of was implied that she is a working girl, and you want to argue against it. So, best to be clear upfront about specifics in such a situation.
[24] If you are super worried about safety when taking a girl to your room, and what the girl might do while you still sleep, then take the ID deposit at reception route. Some guys book a separate room for taking girls home. You can also set up a cheap door alarm so you’ll be notified when the girl leaves. In any case, irrespective of who enters your room, it always makes sense to lock away your valuables. Ideally in your suitcase, locked.
[25] If you wake up together, how do you get her to leave? You can simply say that you will bring her to the taxi, or train station. Optionally, you can suggest that both of you head outside, or to a food court/mall nearby to grab some food. If you liked the girl, you ask for her LINE ID, which is the username for LINE messenger app.
[26] Speaking of food courts, that’s where I recommend you go now that you are on your 2nd day. Street food stalls are not something I’d risk, especially if you have limited time in Thailand only. Restaurants would be an option, but the food courts such as the one at Terminal21, or Siam Paragon allow you to sample a huge variety of Thai foods all at once.
You get a prepaid card at the counter, and then just go to whichever food booth looks delicious. After you are done, you return your card and receive a cashback for any credit that’s still left on that prepaid card. Let’s be honest, you’ll probably be in the Asok area anyway, so Terminal21 mall with it’s food court is probably the most convenient option.
[27] Now on your 2nd night, you can go out again, rinse & repeat what you did the previous night (never gets old anyway), or you can choose to take a night off, do something completely different by meeting girls from online. Remember how I told you to set up a ThaiFriendly account all the way at the beginning of this article?
Well, now’s the time to use it. Copy & paste, and sending messages in bulk is king. The benefit of ThaiFriendly over Tinder & Bumble is that you see which girls are online right now.
That means, even if it’s late at night and you wanna meet someone, you have options for spontaneous fun. Plus, you can filter by distance, messaging the girls nearby.
If you are looking for a freelancer, then it’s pretty simply. You just ask how much, ask to meet right away, and either send your contact, or ask for yours. Do it all in that very first message, avoid wasting your time writing back and forth too much.
2nd message can be suggesting where to meet and for this I recommend a landmark, such as a mall, or BTS/MRT (basically a metro, or train station). If she ask for your hotel, you can suggest a place close by and meet there.
That way, you don’t need to give up your privacy before meeting and she will only know where you really stay once you meet in person. Anything that is discussed in regards to having fun, prices, etc. you take a screenshot of so there are no issues later on as to what was agreed upon.
[28] If you are looking for a spontaneous meetup with a normal girl, you do the exact same thing but instead suggest something more casual. If it’s not too late at night, that would be going to a night market together, or if you want to make it more straightforward, suggest grabbing something to eat and make it close to where you are staying.
Meetup location with normal girls can always be an MRT/BTS station since 99% of girls will use that form of transportation anyway. Taking the girl home? Same protocol as before, if you have a rooftop at your hotel/place, that’s an option. Or simply saying you know a place where you can go, then you can watch a movie.
[29] Rinse & repeat. Those two version of a night out you can now repeat as often as you wish, in different versions until your trip ends. With different girls, different bars, different normal girls from online.
One more version involves meeting other guys, but doing the same thing, essentially, going out and having fun. It’s extremely easy to link up with other Thailand mongers doing the same thing solo. While you are out and about, or via the King Epic telegram group to arrange a meetup.
[30] Fast forward and your trip is about to end. It has been an absolute blast. Life changing. But perhaps you want peace of mind that there won’t be any regrets afterwards. For that, you can very easily get tested. I am talking STD + any other blood test you wish to do.
Pulse clinic is the one I recommend and they have branches all over Bangkok. If you are unsure which exact tests to take, you can also book a doctor consultation, which is very affordable (often less than $20 USD) prior to taking the tests, as well as afterwards if you need interpretation of the results.
Here are some suggestions, blood tests I’ve gotten in addition to getting STD tested: HbA1c, Free Testosterone, Total Testosterone, Estrogen, Prolactin, Cholesterol Parameters, and Vitamin D. – One thing to keep in mind though, you don’t want to be drinking one night, and go in take these blood tests the next morning as results will definitely be skewed.
So, perhaps if you take a day off drinking, make sure you are well hydrated – those are good fundamentals for getting tested.
And for general health markers, you should be committed to getting tested at somewhat regular intervals (i.e. 1 per year) as it will otherwise be hard to interpret results if you have no baseline, and no idea how lifestyle changes impact changes. I am talking about general blood tests though. For STD testing, none of that matters, you can do that any time without negatively impacting your test results – even if you have been drinking the night prior.
[31] To finish off your trip, you can also get a professional dental checkup + teeth cleaning session done. The place I’ve been to many, many times is Bangkok International Dental Center (BICD). You simply add them in LINE messenger, schedule an appointment, and then book a GrabTaxi that drops you off directly in front of it.
Upon arrival they do a basic checkup, blood pressure, etc. you get escorted to the check-in counter, then you have to go to the upper floor and the check-up/teeth cleaning is done. I recommend you inquire about such an appointment at least 5 days in advance.
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