Bangkok exclusive club freelancer scene confused me at first

To the guys thinking about the freelancer route in Bangkok I got burned by confusion my first night. Started at a gogo on Sukhumvit around 11, walked over to Nana Hotel, ended up at a soi-side bar where the girl said one rate, then the freelancer at the hotel asked for a higher takeout; music was loud, lights cheap, felt like a bait-and-switch. Last trip I knew the deal (bar fine, lady drinks, short time options) but tonight the hustles blended fair rates, pricey add-ons, and a couple of freelancers who expected extra cash after we left the bar.

Tip: always confirm the full price before leaving the bar ask the girl and the freelancer the same number, and if it’s fuzzy walk away; carry small odds-and-ends cash, tell the driver the soi after the 7-11, and don’t be shy to bail if the story changes. It was annoying but not tragic, just learn quick and keep it simple, u'll save time and hassle...

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KoreanJin

05.21 11:00

Hey guys, I had the exact same experience on my first day, haha. They say it's fine in the bar, but once you go outside, it's a different story. Just make sure to confirm the price in the bar first, and if it's a freelancer, double-check outside. If you're not satisfied, just leave right away. When moving to the hotel, mentioning the name of the soi or landmarks like 7-11 helps avoid confusion. Even if it's a hassle, if you agree on everything in advance, it reduces the chances of problems... hehe.

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DutchPete

Actually this is the usual rookie trap on Sukhumvit/Nana: different players quietly add their own commission once you step outside. I check price with the girl, the bar, and the freelancer before any exit say it out loud three times and keep a little separate cash for the taxi so you don’t look like carrying a wallet. If the numbers shift or the girl hesitates I walk; not worth arguing in a soi with loud music and strangers.

Pierre_South

05.21 13:00

Well, DutchPete is right, repeating the prices three times works well. I learned to ask straight out in the bar, then again at the hotel if things change, I leave right away, no desire to negotiate in a dark soi. Kino Night Bar, Cowboy 2, tried it last week and the atmosphere was good, clear prices, no circus not an ad, just a recommendation from a friend lol.

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