My first trip to Pattaya

[Captain Swing]

I'm stunned at how closely your description of your first trip matches my own. I think it was the same year, or close to it, inspired by the same Spartacus Guide. Stayed at the Royal Cliff too, led there by the same brochure, also the only one my travel agent had. Went to the same bars, mostly, had similar missed connections due to my shyness and hesitation, along with numerous successful encounters. I missed Jomtien altogether on that trip--simply was unaware of it. Had the foam massage at Adam and Eve too (with two boys at once)--remember the owner Madame Ed, dressed like Scarlett O'Hara at a ball? Went to Nautilus, passed Dolf Riks, but didn't eat there, didn't know about Homex. I left with many happy memories, and some not-so-happy, mostly due to my own awkwardness and to undeniable cultural differences causing miscommunication and some hurt feelings. After fifteen or so more trips I have to say I still don't have it right, but I still keep trying. Thanks for the memories.