What Really Happens In Thailand At Night 4 True Stories Guys Never Expect.

This compilation features four viewer stories, three new and one revisited from 2021, offering insights and cautionary tales for visitors to Thailand, particularly "special tourists" or "mongers" in Patia. The first story, framed as detailed advice, highlights common behavioral issues. The author recounts an incident on a narrow Patia sidewalk where another tourist, a "special tourist" from a large country, shoulder-checked him despite ample room. This led to advice number one: be mindful of others on tight sidewalks and show respect. A shopkeeper intervened, scolding the rude tourist. Another instance involved two "special tourists" walking slowly in the middle of a traffic lane, forcing a songthaew taxi to crawl. A regular tourist on the back platform kicked one of them, knocking him down, which the author, though not vindictive, found satisfying. This underscored advice number two: be aware of your surroundings and recognize you are not the most important person. The author also addresses body odor, recalling a massage session ruined by a strong, old smell from an adjacent cubicle. He emphasizes that while sweating is normal in heat, this was indicative of poor hygiene. Advice number three: shower often in Patia, with two or three showers daily being normal. He notes that Thais generally have good hygiene due to genetics and habits. Expanding on grooming, he suggests getting manicures, pedicures, haircuts, shaving, brushing teeth, and using mouthwash, as poor hygiene sends a message of self-neglect. A restaurant incident further illustrated behavioral differences. Two "special tourists" ordered dismissively, offending the server, while the author made eye contact, used basic Thai pleasantries, and smiled. The author's food arrived first, and the server apologized for the noise from the other table. The "special tourists" paid with coins and left no tip, while the author left a tip for the deserving lady. Advice number four: tip to show appreciation, and avoid being loud and obnoxious, as such behavior is not acceptable in Thailand. The author recounts seeing four "special tourists" in a bar trying to negotiate a lower price with a bar girl by promising "volume business," while sharing one beer and not buying her a drink. He intervened, buying them beers and getting the girl to join his table. Advice number five: stop "group hunting," as it's illogical to expect a single girl to go with four men, especially if they are unhygienic. He also condemns tricking girls into rooms with multiple men, labeling it criminal behavior and a reason for refusal of service. He concludes this story by mentioning a ladyboy with bruises from a customer who discovered her gender, advising to ask first or walk away if unsure, as violence is never the answer. The host agreed with the author's observations about the rudeness and obnoxious behavior of these specific tourists, sharing his own experience of them blocking a road with no regard for traffic. The second story details a man's first trip to Thailand, initially planned with friends but undertaken alone after their cancellation. He is 48, remarried with children, and has a history of visiting working ladies since age 18. He prefers relaxed massage visits over full "aerobics." Prior to his trip, he had developed a deep connection with a 29-year-old Thai massage lady named Da in Bangkok, falling in love. He later discovered she was married. He ended the relationship before his trip to Patia, feeling he was getting too deeply involved. Upon arriving in Patia, he booked a taxi and, after settling in, sought a massage. He found a legitimate massage shop, receiving a good massage but no "relief." He then sought local knowledge from other tourists in bars, gaining tips on the area. He visited a go-go bar but found it not to his preference, noting the girls seemed grumpy until he bought the "mamasan" a drink, after which they smiled. Later, very drunk, he ended up in a quieter beer bar with older girls. He approached a lady, asking her to explain bar fines and short-time costs, apologizing for his drunkenness. She laughed, and he left for sleep but returned, asking for her company. She walked him to his hotel, and they had "showers and aerobics." He got lost on the way back to her place, giving money to a ladyboy to get away, only to find his hotel was 30 meters away. The next day, he found the same girl with help from others, and they repeated the previous night's activities. He admits spending too much money and seeing little of the city, breaking his own rules. He noticed she cared for him in small ways, like stopping him from overspending and buying him small things. On his final night, they stayed together, exchanging details. Back home, they continue to chat and video call, and he admits to catching feelings, balancing this with watching warning videos. He also informed Da about meeting someone new. He concludes by acknowledging his selfishness and idiocy but declares his trip fantastic. The host commented on the ease with which seemingly clever but not street-wise men can be influenced by bar girls, dismissing critical comments as coming from people who haven't experienced Thailand or have an ego. The third story is about a 23-year-old American's first international trip to Bangkok in August 2024. After recovering from jet lag and sightseeing, he went out on Thursday. He found clubs in the RCA area unlively and decided to go to Khao San Road, which was much more vibrant. He met a "drop-dead gorgeous Thai woman" named May, who initiated dancing with him despite another man hovering nearby. They danced, kissed, and shared beers. May clarified that the other man was someone she had just met and was annoying her. They followed each other on Instagram. Later, May's European friends pulled her away, and one of them slapped the author's chest, telling him he couldn't dance with May because she was too drunk. He was shocked but didn't argue. He left the bar, then messaged May. She posted videos of them dancing on Instagram stories and a picture of her friends with a Thai caption insulting them. They video called, and she apologized, saying she was forced to leave. They met the next evening for dinner and a movie, where he realized her English was limited, requiring Google Translate. May, 21 and from Udon Ratchathani, was visiting Bangkok for the weekend. They went to Khao San Road again, drank heavily, and bar-hopped. At 4 AM, they returned to his hotel, stopping at 7-Eleven. He realized he lost his phone in the tuk-tuk. Back at the hotel, May stopped him from going "full-on aerobics" but gave him a "special service." The next day, they had 7-Eleven food and drinks on Sukhumvit Road. An older American couple mistook them for a couple. May left to see her uncle but agreed to meet later. That evening, they partied again on Khao San Road and exchanged necklaces. At 4 AM, back at his hotel, May revealed she was a ladyboy. He was surprised but not upset, finding her very feminine. He didn't mind, and they proceeded, adjusting quickly to the new experience. The next day, they went to Chatuchak Market and later went out again. She asked to stay another day, and he booked her a cheap flight. They spent the next day resting and joking. He walked her to the BTS the next morning, and they had an emotional goodbye. This was his last day in Thailand before flying to South Korea. He regretted not staying longer. He revisited Thailand in February 2026, meeting May again in Phuket and traveling together, though that trip wasn't as perfect as the first. He plans to write about that trip. He concludes by stating he was not robbed, scammed, or harmed, and found the story interesting with a better ending than most. The host reiterated that he doesn't judge people and that if both parties had a good time and no one was hurt, there's "no harm done." The fourth and final story, first read in 2021, recounts a man's first night in Thailand on Christmas Eve 2019 in Chiang Mai. He checked into an Airbnb and headed to a bar complex in the old town. At a packed bar, he saw a stunning, innocent-looking girl in a conservative gold dress, but she was with a group of six friends, and he was too shy to approach them. Disappointed, he left and entered another crowded nightclub. He approached a "pretty" girl, not as stunning as the first, who was very physically affectionate and clearly used to Western men. She insisted he buy drinks for her and her friends, which he did. Leaving the club, he discovered under the streetlights that the girl had more facial hair than him, revealing she was a ladyboy. Drunk and tired, he decided to stick with her. Her friend drove them on a scooter for food and more drinks, which he paid for. The friend then drove him back to his Airbnb, but the ladyboy decided not to stay and drove off with her friend. Not accepting the night was lost, and being heavily intoxicated (he rarely drinks), he made more mistakes. He took a taxi to a "Karoki" (karaoke) venue, where he was led to a room with a girl. Without asking, they brought him several drinks and plates of food. After 30 minutes, he asked for the bill, which was 20,000 Baht (£500). Realizing he was scammed, he threw the bill on the floor, pushed the man guarding the door, and was then attacked by six to eight Thai men and the ladyboy, who specifically targeted his privates. Despite the assault, he sustained minimal damage due to his rugby experience and their small stature. He then made a good decision: he apologized and paid the bill, after which the attackers quickly calmed down. On the way back to his Airbnb, he made his final mistake by giving a tuk-tuk driver a 1,000 Baht note for a small fare, as the driver claimed no change. He went to bed, calling it a disappointing, painful, and expensive first night, but one from which he learned a lot. The host notes this is a common scam where tourists are bullied into paying inflated bills at karaoke venues without itemized menus.