I visited Bangkok for 1 week in early December 2009 (I do apologise for my tardiness in posting this!)... This thread had made me worry that the "magic" had gone. I have noticed a trend of an increasing proportion of caucasians (I visit on average every 9 months to a year) and that did seem to be the case on my first visit which was a Wednesday.

Yet I did have a great time nonetheless and I am very pleased to say that all 3 of my visits this time were all extremely enjoyable, probably my most enjoyable ever here! I connected with many lovely Thai guys and I do especially appreciate the restaurant, particularly if with company :-)

My Sunday there was the most "frustrating" for me - I had to leave at 7pm and the place was heaving with highly desirable guys. I'm not really complaining as I had already had a very good time! Long may Babylon continue.

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You don't miss much - I find that my hit rate drops severely after dark around 7pm. Seems like the vibe switches - the guys become more posey. A lot more attitude. The emphasis becomes getting laid instead of having a drink or enjoying the music.

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Exactly. Once the parade starts, everything becomes a lot more difficult. I have had the best luck in the early afternoon when it's dead.

I don't understand the parade. What are these guys looking for that they need to walk around forever? Aren't there guys of their type they can connect with by walking around maybe two or three times?

I don't understand your post: if the emphasis shifts to getting laid, then isn't that the opposite of guys becoming more posey with a lot more attitude? It seems to me that the emphasis shifts to becoming posey (but then suddenly going in with other guys--but NOT me). By the way, it seems that there's a lot of unprotected fucking going on. And I never understood all the conspicuous noise made by Asians getting fucked. It seems they do it on purpose to put on a show.

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I forgot to mention, Babylon has always advertised in the American Travel "Guide" publication. I noticed that Babylon lists a location in Chiang Mai, too.

If Babylon advertises in Europe, Russia, etc., then that helps explain why all the farangs go directly to Babylon and no other places.

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Here is Babylon ad in the American gay travel "Guide" publication that comes out each month, and is distributed free in saunas, etc.:

THAILAND
BANGKOK
Babylon . . . [address, phone number, web site] . . .
Sauna and Spa, bed & sumptuous breakfast. Queendom where deepest desires are fulfilled. Male resort, world class & barracks rooms, penthouses, garden suites. Gymnasium, Jacussi, private cabins, massage. Large pool in landscaped garden. Internet/Wi-fi. Three restaurants & nightly entertainment. Also in Chiang Mai: Babyblizz.com

Also listed under Bangkok are similarly-long ads for "Beyond Hotel . . . stay with LUXX" and Tarntawan Place Hotel.

For Pattaya, there are similar long ads for: Le Cafe Royale Hotel, Sansuk Sauna & Guesthouse, and The Ambiance Hotel.

For Phuket, there are similar ads for: CC Bloom's Hotel and Sundowners Bar & Guesthouse.

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I've just returned from 6 weeks in South East Asia......with a decent number of "Babylon" visits under my belt. I'm 46 years of age.....so the beauty of youth has long since departed....if ever it was there to begin with! My visits to Babylon were extraordinary. To suggest it's lost its gloss is (in my recent experience) far from reality. The first time I arrived there (this trip at least) was way back in December. I showered, visited the gym for maybe 30 minutes, showered again.....and went walkies. Within seconds of entering the upstairs area where the "resting rooms" are located, I was 'encouraged' by a very cute young man to join him in a room. This was around 3pm (midweek) and the place was not very busy. We had a wonderful time.......and when I asked him his age he told me he was 20. I thought he looked a tad younger....maybe a year or two younger but anyway......

On successive visits to Babylon I had lots of fun ~ with both western guys and Asian guys. I remember Babylon when it was in the old premises on the corner of the soi.....and even though I may have been 15 years or so younger back then.....I'd argue I have more fun at Babylon now....than I did when it was in its original location.

Now I'm back in my home country.....and I miss Thailand. I miss Bangkok. I MISS BABYLON!

Babylon rocks!

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Babylon now 100baht entry for u25.Hotel rates reduced for season.

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