Koykaeng's Res-Erection Tour - March / April 2008 ~ LB-69

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A couple more shots from Marina Bar.

Hey KK:

Are they doing "the disco hustle" or the "macarena"? They sure look like they're having fun in any case!!!

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Ladyboy Addict Joined: 22 Mar 2007 Posts: 50 Points: 70

Ah nice to see Coco (the big indian ) again , a real fun girl Laughing

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As I've attempted to express on countless ocassions, you wouldn't consider a trip to Chiang Mai for the purpose of meeting ladyboys however if your travels take you there, it's certainly nice to know where to find some action. Wink

After one or two Heineken at Marina Bar, left and wandered over to the Shamrock Bar in the same beer bar complex. The Shamrock Bar is actually not too bad, as it has a large pool table, and I found it very relaxed.
I probably preferred this venue over Marina Bar this time around. Again, let me stress that you won't be meeting the same quality or quantity you would find in Bangkok, Pattaya or Phuket, but there are still a few gems if you take the time and effort to look.

Speaking of gems, I met this very cute LB at the Shamrock Bar named Pim, although I must confess the photos (below) really don't do her justice. Sad

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A few more snaps from the Shamrock Bar...

Pim sure looks good to me especially in 355 - even better in person? Maybe Chiang Mai will be in my future! As always great reporting!!

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I've known Far (pictured immediately below) for a couple of years, and although I've only taken her home with me once, always enjoy catching up with her for a drink and a chat. I had been asking Far about a few new venues that I wanted to visit, and she kindly offered to play tour guide. Smile

I know Chiang Mai reasonably well, but it does make it easier to locate new bars when you have a local showing you the way. It's also nice when the ladyboy showing you around seems to know all the other ladyboys you come across in your travels.

First stop was a visit to Jennifers new bar called Rosebud Bar, however on the night we passed by, it was dead as a door nail. Sad

Infact Jennifer herself wasn't even present. Didn't get a chance to pop back again to see whether that was just an 'off' night, or whether this was normal.

The only glimmer of interest was a "ladyboy chef" outfront, who seemed to have a nice little business going, cooking Isaan inspired cuisine for all the lovely Karaoke girls in the venue right next door. We sat and had some Isaan food, and a few bottles of beer as the mosquitos devoured my sweet farang body. Very Happy

BTW, this bar is located on Moonmuang Rd. If you walk up Loi Kroh Rd, heading away from the Night Market, you will eventually reach Moonmuang Rd. Cross over the river to the other side of the road, and turn left. It's only a short stroll from Loi Kroh Rd.

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The last stop for the evening was the Thapae Beer Bar centre, which is also located on Moonmuang Rd. I had read about a beer bar in this complex called Bella Bar, that had a few ladyboys on staff. Once again not alot to report on this ocassion, however I do believe its worth another look if you are in town. They also have a ladyboy cabaret show, so that could also prove useful for those that fancy the cabaret 'girls'. Wink

This venue is next door the Top North Hotel (on Moonmuang Rd), which should make getting your bearings fairly simple.

Left the Thapae Beer Bar Centre, and proceeded to walk back towards the Chiang Mai Entertainment Centre to give me the opportunity to assess the freelancers along Moonmuang & Loi Kroh Roads. I was actually pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity of freelancers on offer.

By the time we got back to the Shamrock Bar, it was around 3am & they were pulling down the shutters.
Far kindly offered to drop me back at the hotel, so I kindly accepted and hopped on the back of her motorbike. Very Happy

Ladyboy Lover Joined: 07 May 2008 Posts: 16 Points: 47

Thanks for the report and answering my question I asked about Chiang Mai updates!!!!

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Day 15

Finally made a visit to the area on Chang Klan Road known as “The Peak”. This area apperars to have gone backwards, and the major draw card, a rock-climbing wall is now gone. The front of this large space contains some restaurants, massage shops and handicraft stalls; however towards the rear you’ll find a cluster of dimly lit beer bars. The gay bars seem to have multiplied, and now appear to outnumber the girly bars. Amazingly enough, the sole ladyboy (Jenny) I discovered at the Shu Shu Bar over a year ago was still around, although it did take me a few moments to confirm she was one and the same. Despite not wearing an ounce of make up, she was still very attractive, sported a perfect figure and was definitely passable. The Shu Shu Bar had a “For Sale” sign up, and it pretty much confirmed my suspicions the area was struggling, and its longevity questionable. I did see a few patrons (mainly in the gay bars) but the place was pretty dead.

*(Photo of Jenny from April 2007)

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Headed back to the hotel for some family business but later in the night ventured out to the Shamrock Pub. My old friend Far introduced me to a guy from New Zealand she was chatting to, and during the conversation I asked whether he liked the ladyboy venues. Apparently he wasn’t aware it was a ladyboy bar, and despite stating he wasn’t sure, I honestly think he had no idea and was clearly thankful I had pointed this out. A few moments later, Far comes over and asked “Why did I tell him ?” I explained what had occurred, and that it wasn’t intentional, however it brought back memories of stories where farangs were beaten senseless by gaggles of ladyboys for scaring off potential clients. Thankfully no such fate awaited me on this night.

Shamrock Pub is a mixed bar, but the ladyboys outnumber the ladies. It’s a very relaxed place, and the large pool table is a bonus. Enjoyed a few beers whilst playing a few rounds of pool. Realised I was running out of Thai Baht, and all the exchange booths were already closed, so it was appreciated that the manager of the bar agreed to exchange my $100 Australian for Thai currency.

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Wandered the short distance over to Marina Bar, where Marina herself was seated, and was soon buying “Tequila for Marina”, and drinks for the rest of the staff.

Attempted to take a few pictures of Marina, but she was a difficult subject.