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[sibaysong4u]

Originally Posted by Hasa Sas

bro joko

care to enlightenment where you got yr 3000baht...are they from the joint?
Believe those 5000baht are from SC heritage....am i rite?

Confirm is SC Heritage,few gems there Bam,Dave,WaWa,Jeang jus to name a few.

[joko]

Originally Posted by Hasa Sas

bro joko

care to enlightenment where you got yr 3000baht...are they from the joint?
Believe those 5000baht are from SC heritage....am i rite?

Well what happened was that me and my friend went KFC shopping as indicated by the various guides I read on the net and also the hatyai guide for dummies. Could not get one that I really like, those prices ranges from 1200 to 2000 baht. In the end, when we were about to give up, we met one of the OKT, he knew these were not the type of girls we are looking for. Tell us go back to hotel and forget about searching anymore. Cos the rest of the KFC is also about the same standard. He will arrange for a very "special" viewing session in our hotel rooms. But we must be prepared to pay.

So we waited in our rooms, and my god...... indeed the standard was a cut above what I would normally see, trust me, (I walked almost all the KFC I could find liao). Almost every single girl was to my liking, hee hee hee. In any case, the price by then ranges from 3500 baht and above (the 5000 bahts one are from there as well), I finally chose one and bargained to 3000 baht. Extremely happy.....

[joko]

Anyone with similar experience???

[sassina2]

Originally Posted by joko

Well what happened was that me and my friend went KFC shopping as indicated by the various guides I read on the net and also the hatyai guide for dummies. Could not get one that I really like, those prices ranges from 1200 to 2000 baht. In the end, when we were about to give up, we met one of the OKT, he knew these were not the type of girls we are looking for. Tell us go back to hotel and forget about searching anymore. Cos the rest of the KFC is also about the same standard. He will arrange for a very "special" viewing session in our hotel rooms. But we must be prepared to pay.

So we waited in our rooms, and my god...... indeed the standard was a cut above what I would normally see, trust me, (I walked almost all the KFC I could find liao). Almost every single girl was to my liking, hee hee hee. In any case, the price by then ranges from 3500 baht and above (the 5000 bahts one are from there as well), I finally chose one and bargained to 3000 baht. Extremely happy.....

Good for you! In the meantime, could you share by private message his contact number and name which I hope you kept for future reference? Thanks brother!

[Hasa Sas]

Originally Posted by joko

Anyone with similar experience???

Errr...till now still have not encountered this similiar experience. As what i know, some of the gals whom the okt bring up for viewing are from other joints as well...no different furthermore they claim to be model category....at the end of the day quality wise not much different as those 1.5-2k baht.
Appreciate if u can enlighten or shed some light on how can we contact this okt of 3000baht gals.....

[sibaysong4u]

I think most of the girl brought by the Okt are from ktv,and the standard rate is around 2000baht-2500baht.

[joko]

Originally Posted by sibaysong4u

I think most of the girl brought by the Okt are from ktv,and the standard rate is around 2000baht-2500baht.

Perhaps dude.....

Sigh..... I wrote down the OKT's no somewhere but I lost it liao. We were sort of intercepted by him outside when we were almost giving up (we did go to the famous SC heritage as well, how can we miss it??)..... providence perhaps.

In any case, as I said, I think going there now, you will really be spoilt for choice.

Hmmmm....., I was reading about the escapades of some of the bros in China, just wondering, on general, can those PRC (though cheaper) be as "loving" as Puyings. Anyway, just a thought only.

[sibaysong4u]

Originally Posted by joko

Perhaps dude.....

Sigh..... I wrote down the OKT's no somewhere but I lost it liao. We were sort of intercepted by him outside when we were almost giving up (we did go to the famous SC heritage as well, how can we miss it??)..... providence perhaps.

In any case, as I said, I think going there now, you will really be spoilt for choice.

Hmmmm....., I was reading about the escapades of some of the bros in China, just wondering, on general, can those PRC (though cheaper) be as "loving" as Puyings. Anyway, just a thought only.

To me thai is more loving and caring then prc,not that moneyface.
Next trip maybe you can try the puying from SC,btw SC do not give comission to tuk tuk driver or whoever introduce.
Happy bonking.

[DaiKor]

Joko:

I once had the same problem that I viewed every KFC in See-Kim-Yong area and I still did not find one that I like. There must be about 100 or so puyin that paraded in front of me. However, once I tried the SC Heritage 5000 Baht service I changed my mind to go back to See-Kim-Yong.

I lowered my expectation in the facial beauty and was able to narrowed my selected to 3 puyins. I took one for 1500 baht and luckily I had a swell good time.

The bottom line I am saying is just give it a try for cheaper one (1500 baht) and you may find a jewel. Afterall my motto is "Kila lubong ta'kila orang".

You may be financially better off than me. I have to manage my fund to maximise my stay in H city (3 day trip once every 2 months).

[joko]

Originally Posted by DaiKor

Joko:

I once had the same problem that I viewed every KFC in See-Kim-Yong area and I still did not find one that I like. There must be about 100 or so puyin that paraded in front of me. However, once I tried the SC Heritage 5000 Baht service I changed my mind to go back to See-Kim-Yong.

I lowered my expectation in the facial beauty and was able to narrowed my selected to 3 puyins. I took one for 1500 baht and luckily I had a swell good time.

The bottom line I am saying is just give it a try for cheaper one (1500 baht) and you may find a jewel. Afterall my motto is "Kila lubong ta'kila orang".

You may be financially better off than me. I have to manage my fund to maximise my stay in H city (3 day trip once every 2 months).

Yeah, I do not deny that fact. To be honest, cheap does not mean no good. It is just that when you look at the girl somehow you know you will like her. Then you go for it.

For my case, fortunately or unfortunately, the one I like happens to cost this much.

Wah..., you go H city pretty often liao leh. I long long time then go one time. Like you and everyone else, whenever I am there, I want to maximize enjoyment with the amount of budget I have allocated for myself.

By the way, how good is SC heritage? I only see but never touch.

Originally Posted by Sibaysong4u

To me thai is more loving and caring then prc,not that moneyface.
Next trip maybe you can try the puying from SC,btw SC do not give comission to tuk tuk driver or whoever introduce.
Happy bonking.

This one I agree, to some, they just want a very good bonk. But Thai simply just have that special touch.....

[sibaysong4u]

SC girls are:
Well dress
Well educate
Well travel (some been to HK,Tokyo,SG....)
Well Behave
Btw the OKT (the one with two big melon) can be book too,but the rate are same as the girls.

[Sornporn]

Originally Posted by sibaysong4u

SC girls are:
Well dress
Well educate
Well travel (some been to HK,Tokyo,SG....)
Well Behave
Btw the OKT (the one with two big melon) can be book too,but the rate are same as the girls.

Well educated and well travelled... I don't think so. Those below 1500bath-3000baht CMI in my opinion. No choice can only go SC and Tata-Yang for stocks. Time to upgrade to 2 legged mission for LOS. H.C and BKK next time, try and make comparision and I think you will downgrade those stocks from H.C.

[delifrance]

Hi

just my views, B$5K to B$6K for SC Heritage girls are way too expensive - go Bkk to see girls in this cat.

want to get real chio girls in Hatyai? share cost - book one SC girl and then work with her to get the other girls at a lower rate.

heheheeh.

Dont forget that the disco pub in SC opens at 2.30am to 5.00am. Not bad for late night parties.

[sd38]

Hi guys, I am silverdoggy38 (short form @ sd38). Anyway, came back early this month from Hatyai and the following is my field report. Note that there are several parts to the field reports, which I have earlier posted at ezboard. Regret for the delay in posting as I encountered some technical problems in posting at this forum. Experienced brothers, please skip as this is quite a long report.

Trip Report 1 (posted on ezboard on 16 May 2004)

Hi brothers,

I have just returned from a 7-days trip to Hatyai and here is the promised trip report. It is a pretty long report so brothers who are familiar with this place, please skip. Furthermore, as per the previous report, there is little or no information on the ‘interaction’ I have with the fishes. I have mentioned before that I am not so into pa-powing but rather, enjoy the girlfriend and sanuk feeling. Here goes:


IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL TO HATYAI NOW
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Guess this is the topmost question that brothers contemplating a trip are asking themselves. On my way there (via Penang), the cab driver warned me vehemently against going there and painted a very bleak picture. Some folks in Hatyai that I met during the trip also expressed fear of the unrest, though they are the minority (hey – most want business instead of scaring people off, so what do we expect them to say anyway).

My take – I think it is pretty safe at Hatyai now. I cannot guarantee that nothing will happen to anyone who goes there, who knows, right? But I do feel safe, travel within Hatyai as per my last trip (save for traveling out of Hatyai). You make the call. Anyway, the unrest did affect the business as several persons I met commented on the drop in customers. But I still see quite a lot of brothers and other tourists. If given a chance to travel there again tomorrow, I would still go. That’s my stand.




WAYS TO GO TO HATYAI
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My latest trip is the second trip that I have made to Hatyai. I’ve tried the direct flight (TG), flight via Penang (Air Asia) and bus (grassland). My preferred choice is definitely the bus. Read on to know why:

Direct flight (TG)
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It’s about SG 300 for a direct flight on Thai air to Hatyai (include both airport taxes). For a one-week vacation, the most ideal is to fly on Monday (about 5pm SG time) and return on Sat (also about 5pm – timing will change, please check with your agent). The flight takes about an hour and it takes a further less than an hour to reach Hatyai town from the airport. I find the timing awkward and the cost not-value-for-money.

Flight via Penang (Air Asia)
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Flight to Penang via Air Asia is available everyday. From Johor to Senai airport is about 45 minutes, but do cater for a larger allowance if you are taking the flight on a weekday as Senai is located at Industrial estates (only of course, if your flight coincides with the rush hours). The flight from Johor to Penang is about an hour and 10 minutes, trip from Penang airport to Kayu Hitam (border b/w Thai and Malaysia) is about 2 hours (1.5 – 2) and the trip from Kayu Hitam to Hatyai is about an hour (give and take a quarter of an hour).

From JB to Senai airport – cab fare is about RM 30 – 35. Flight costs about RM 130. Airport limousine to Kayu Hitam is at RM 180 (note – you can choose to take mini-van at much cheaper rate) and from Kayu Hitam (actually from Chenglun) to Hatyai is about RM 54. All in all, a very troublesome way to travel unless you have friends in Penang traveling to Hatyai with you in a car. Else, a no no for me in future.

Btw, the flight was delayed for 1 and a half hour. I understand from the cab driver in Penang that it is pretty common for Air Asia flight to be delayed. That the situation is much better now (as delay less than 2 hours) than before. Unable to ascertain the accuracy of his statement, though.

Bus (Grassland)
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Considering the hassle involved, I bought a Grassland ticket for the trip back to Singapore at 580 baht (single seat for me) and forfeited my return air asia ticket. The bus is scheduled to depart at 1330hrs (Thai time) and passengers are to report to Lovely Tour before that. Do not assemble there too early, though, as you’ll end up standing or squeezing with strangers on the seats available at that agency while waiting for the bus. I think the most ideal timing is to arrive at 1325hrs (Thai). You have to hand your passport to the so-called ‘tour guide’, who will ensure that all necessary embarkation cards are in order. Your passport will be returned to you when you board the bus. After you board the bus, get your ticket ready as someone will go around and collect them. You will be given a bottle of mineral water (btw, I got two, special treatment – yeh). The tour guide will accompany the trip and you can ask her questions if there are any. There are two drivers, there is no need to tip any of the 3 persons.

The bus I took departed at near 1400hrs (Thai) which is about 1500hrs (SG/MY). I departed from Woodland checkpoint at about 0300hrs (SG/MY) though the estimated arrival time at Goldenmile is supposed to be 0500hrs (SG/MY). Anyway, the point is, the bus trip took about 12 – 13 hours, instead of the widely believed 16 – 17 hours.

There are about 4 to 5 stops along the way, every 2 to 3 hours. You get to eat and do your business in about half an hour time per stop; more than sufficient time for me. Watched two movies on board the bus, the first – the eye 2 and the second – taking lives.

Before departing, you are asked if you want to alight at Woodland or Goldenmile. If you choose the former, after clearing the custom, just walk straight to Woodland center w/o returning to the bus.

One last thing, you can pay about 3 Baht to enter a toilet at the Thai checkpoint. Skip this as more toilet breaks coming up in the next half an hour. You can even skip the one at the Malaysian checkpoint as the first ‘makan’ break is just a couple of minutes (or 10s of minutes) later.

To sum up, this is cost effective and it took a shorter time than I thought it would. Furthermore, I am a bus person and the seat is very comfortable (24 seaters). If I were to travel to Hatyai again, this is my most preferred choice. It wins hands down.

Btw, for the uninitiated, bus from Singapore leaves in the evening time and I think you are to assemble at Goldenmile at 1800hrs. Please confirm with your agent though.

Also – Grassland should be the better choice among the many other buses from H to SG. I bought the ticket from another tour agency (not lovely tour) who told me that people did commented that the seats are better etc etc etc. I think they are not lying as they apparently earn less selling Grassland ticket than other types.

Traveling within Hatyai
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Tutu for one person during normal hours is 20 baht. For more than 1 person, 10 baht per person. After midnight costs double. Certain places, as quite out of way, would cost more. Always confirm the price before boarding one.

The motorcycle taxi also costs 20 baht per person (they can only take 1 person). Unlike Phuket, Hatyai has fewer bumps and ‘hill’s and hence, much safer when opting for this mode of transportation. I simply love the feeling of ‘freedom’. For bigger sized brothers, look for a rider who is also bigger sized. Safer.




WHERE TO STAY
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I actually set out to stay at different hotels throughout this trip. However, ended up only staying at 4 different hotels as I stayed in the last hotel for 3 nights. Btw, for this portion, RTS means retain to stay and the price does not include breakfast.

Sakura Grandview (SGV)
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The first hotel I stayed is SGV, a preferred choice apparently among many brothers of this forum. Paid 880 baht (higher than the 820 baht stated in the forum) and got a room at the highest floor (16), nice view.

The advantages are in-room safe, not many family / uncles / aunties type, good massage, bellboy with contact (for newer brothers), okay selection of TV programmes and big bed.

The disadvantages are only 2 lifts to serve the 16-storey building, bath tub is beyond small and soundproofing suspected. The last point deserves further elaboration, you see, I woke up at 0400hrs (Thai) due to interesting noises from my neighboring unit. Brothers, you want to do it, please ask your fish to keep the noise level down especially at such ungodly hours (just kidding). Should have continued to listen and maybe cheer them on but was too tired and went back to sleep.

RTS – maybe (unlikely as the hotel does not seems to click with me)

Diamond Hotel
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Paid 860 baht to stay at this pretty old hotel. The advantages include a most convenient location (near Lee Garden when compared to SGV), in-room safe and not many family / uncles / aunties types. The disadvantages are it is an old hotel, lousy restroom, no soundproofing when walking along the corridor and the bed is small.

RTS – you must be kidding

BP Grand Suite
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This is a 7-story building filled with junior suites and I paid 980 baht for a night stay. One lift serves all 7 storey, there is no in-room safe, remote controller (TV) is built into the side table, while the bath tub is small the restroom is well done.

RTS – maybe (very unlikely, not value for money)


(end of part 1)

[sd38]

Part 2 of report (posted on ezboard on 16 May 2004)

Novotel
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Bought the voucher at a supposedly discounted 1050 baht, as the normal rate is about 1450 baht – stayed at this hotel for a total of 3 nights.

The advantages of staying here is the convenient location (just next to Lee Garden), good selection of TV programmes (watched NBA game five b/w LA and Spurs, also watched league of extraordinary gentlemen, the hulk, just to name a few), service is very prompt (e.g. getting adaptor for handphone charger), good security (fish has to register), a very good bed (I love the bed cover).

The disadvantages here is the hotel serves business / executive types of people, the not-so convenient lift system (have to take to 6th floor, walk across the lobby and take another set of lift to hotel room), no in-room safe, and that they do not keep your passport (unless you keep at the safety box downstairs).

RTS – maybe (if again discounted)

Hatyai Palace
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I actually did not stay at this hotel this trip. But anyway, the rate I checked is at 520 baht. Despite staying at the more expensive hotel, I still prefer this one for its more than ample room size, porno channel and huge bath tub.

RTS - definitely






WHAT TO EAT
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After transport and accommodation, the next dish I shall serve is where to eat. How appropriate.

UFM cafe
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At level 1 of Odean shopping center about 3 to 4 stores from ‘Golden City Bird Nest’. Pretty decent American breakfast at tens of baths. Took 2 dishes (as portion is small) and spent less than 100 baht. Not strongly recommended, though.

Wanton Noodle
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Interestingly, I noticed that the wanton noodle served in Hatyai tastes better than that served in Singapore / Malaysia. Btw, I am referring specifically to the noodle itself. Their pork slices, wanton and vegetable still have much rooms for improvement. One good place to have the noddle is near SGV. Walk across the road from SGV, turn and face SGV, then turn left walk about 10 to 20 meters, turn left and you will see a shop in a small alley. The small alley is facing Porsche club (a nightspot, never been in there so don’t ask, hee hee). The shop starts later in the morning and does not apparently cater to breakfast crowd. Recommended.

Fuji Japanese Restaurant
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This is a chain of jap food restaurant that is also available in Bangkok and would not be unfamiliar to some of you. Pretty decent jap food at a cheaper price than Singapore. Took 1 set, 1 ice-cream and 1 drink and paid less than 300 baht. However, I realize than the standard of food can be quite inconsistent and the food tasted so-so during my second visit. Forgot to state, said place is at B1 of Lee Garden. Recommended.

Westside Saloon
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This is a pub but it serves food bought from nearby eatery. Meaning, it would cost more to have your meal there than if you have it at the source. Anyway, unable to ascertain the source of food. Strongly recommended (for the taste and place, not the price).

The people there can speak a bit of English. Said pub is for people who likes blue and country type of music. Quite a good mix of farang, MY/SG, and local executive type of people. The food is good, fantastic in fact. Got a mixed seafood salad (x 2) and a basket of fried herbal chicken. Kind of expensive though as w/o drink the 3 dishes come up to 455 baht. The band is supposed to start at 2030hrs (Thai) but as all other bands in Thailand, give them an extra 20 minutes for preparation.

How to go there – get tuk tuk. Else, their location is clearly stated in the tourist map. This place is also near Zuru and Latin pub (pai say, both me also never go).

Thongsao Snake Food
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Good to visit this place as it is near some fish farms. Anyway, the snake meat in herbal soup costs 150 baht. Whoever told me that snake taste much better than chicken and frog leg, I beg to differ. Return to eat, no way.

Diana Food Court
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At basement, reasonably priced working on coupon system (i.e. you change 100 baht to coupon, buy using coupon, unused coupon can be changed back into money). Took the Thai fried kwey teo (40 baht) and mineral water (10 baht). Recommended.

Bueng Thong
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This is an eatery that surrounds a supposedly fish pond. It is quite out of way and tutu for 2 persons cost 40 baht (before midnight). This is not a very tourist place as I saw much more locals than foreigners here. Operation hours from 0900hrs to midnight (Thai), but suggest you avoid lunch time due to the heat. At night, there are mosquitoes so bear with it.

A word of warning, this place cooks like no tomorrow in terms of their usage of pepper. My god, cannot take it. Service is good and prompt. Ordered 4 dishes, 1 some Thai pork, 1 steamed fish, 1 mixed vege and 1 tong hu with prawns, plus 1 coke and 1 bottle of bear. Price => 635 baht. Return to eat, very unlikely.

To travel to this place, again take the tourism map and refer tutu to the advertisement. Recommended only if you have never been there before.

MK
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Situated at Robinson shopping center. Need I say more about this steamboat place, which is also available here in Singapore. Cost about 400 baht to feed 2 persons. Strongly recommended.

Canton Suki
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Another steamboat place but located at Diana 1st level. The soup base is much better than that in MK and I would rather eat here than there. Bill for 4 persons (with desserts) at 612 baht. Strongly recommended.

Hai Q
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I am not sure if I got the same place as stated in the dummy guard. The people seems to refer to this place as Hai Keong rather than Hai Q. Saw quite a number of cheong brothers hence assume is the same place. Spoke to the fish I booked and she told the tutu to come here. There is a display area of the seafood where you order the food before retuning to the table. I don’t like the food cause there are too much garlic used. About 400 bahts for 2 persons, including vege, prawns, some salad, big head, etc. Recommended (saw a lot of cheong brothers, hence, next time try other dishes and see if I like it).

KFC / Mac
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If possible, do not go to these places as the cost is similar or even higher than that in Singapore. I went to try to see if there are differences between there and SG. Indeed, there are, but to each his own.

Bah Kut Teh Store (beside Lovely tour)
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This place opens very early (though unable to ascertain exact timing). Serves not only BKT but also wanton noodle and chicken rice. BKT – not my type as too bitter, the wanton noodle is okay as I still prefer the one near SGV.

The best is half boiled eggs, which are served in something like a ‘shot glass’. Costs about SG2 to SG4 for a good breakfast.

Roti Prata
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Taste very different and served in cut pieces. I would stick to those in Singapore and Malaysia. A few places serving this dish, walk around and you will see (near the golden 3 – Lee Garden, etc).

end of part 2