Pdoggg Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 In recent years my budget allocation has really changed. Back a few years ago, I would spend more in bars and lived in a relatively cheap room while nowadays I much prefer springing on a good room and not going out to the bars that much. Has your budget allocation changed over the years is is it mostly the same as when you first started going to Thailand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimslim Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 My budget has changed dramatically over the years and scaling back on accommodation costs were the first major casualty , barfines and unnecessary lady drinks the second . When I first started going to Thailand the exchange rate was 70+ Baht to the pound and I didn't have to worry about budget so hence I didn't even think about splashing out 1200 Baht a night for a nice hotel in Pattaya and 2000 in Bangkok . That happy state of affairs slowly but gradually slipped away over the years with the pound constantly weakening whilst at the same time a lot of things in Thailand seemed to get more expensive so if I wanted to holiday there 2/3 times a year I had to cut back , so in 2010 I decided to cut to 400/500 baht a night accommodation and I had to be more careful with other expenses . I didn't enjoy things any less and still did the same things I always did I was just more careful , if it ever came to the point that I had to watch every Baht then I'd just simply stop going no point in going there to sit in my room if I'm on holiday . I can't see me ringing too many bells in the future unless I hire a bicycle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumblebee Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Because I mostly took 4 to 5 month long trips I stuck to a strict-ish budget with the odd splash out night from time to time. Like Jimslim notes the decline in the exchange rate had an effect also. 10 years ago the Euro hovered round the 50 B mark, think now it's down to 37/38 or so, so over the years I just took it a tad easier to cut back on the spending. However with a short-ish trip coming up very soon, I can relax a bit more and not be too concerned about my budget, happy days for 3 plus weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieBunker Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I am wondering Mr BBee since you stay such a long time have you developed a stable of "regulars"?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumblebee Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 37 minutes ago, ArchieBunker said: I am wondering Mr BBee since you stay such a long time have you developed a stable of "regulars"?? Not any more Archie, this will be a short 3 week trip with the missus. I did have a few favourites back in the day, half were GGs mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXASMAC Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Since I only get 8-9 days I haven't changed my spending. This trip I am staying at The Penthouse so I am centrally located. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
globetrotter Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 20 minutes ago, TEXASMAC said: Since I only get 8-9 days I haven't changed my spending. This trip I am staying at The Penthouse so I am centrally located. how is that, place to stay anyway? I don't go to that bar anymore so never even walk past there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXASMAC Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I like the fact that the beds are elevated. That plus any kinky act I wish to partake in is within 100 yards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoolpusher Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I stayed there last trip , not too bad sort of close to everything ,I didnt do breakfast at the hotel. and the mini van from bkk stops about 3 hundred meters away so that ok.for me the theme rooms need a makeover and the indoor pool was good with a cutie in tow but it should be opened longer (pool ). As far as budget , well I am on one so I look for a cheap to mid rang hotel and pay the full amount before I get there and never use the mini bar so no hidden extras as I check out .It works for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSumGai Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 my budget is usually for almost 4 months, so strict and not much ladyboy action. Tho I now have a "wife" in Udon and a family adopted me (they needed a second crazy uncle apparently, to keep the first one busy?) so I stay most of my time there rent free. I spose in a way my budget for chasing ladyboys has improved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXASMAC Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 I am just old and the elevated beds help me put my shoes on. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieBunker Posted January 22, 2017 Share Posted January 22, 2017 On 1/9/2017 at 11:10 AM, TEXASMAC said: Since I only get 8-9 days I haven't changed my spending. This trip I am staying at The Penthouse so I am centrally located. How much is a night at that place? And isnt it too noisy?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEXASMAC Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I pay about $35.00 a night and by the time I get home the noise is over. The colors are bizarre but the elevated bed is so much better on my back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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