I have been going back and forth about where to retire. I have very very fond memories of being in Thailand (My first trip was in 1986!). I have friends who live in both Pattaya and BKK - those friends and yes the boys are a big draw for me.
However, I have been looking at Ecuador and some of the other South American countries.
My retirement budget is about 3500-4000 USD a month and I can live quite well in Thailand or in a South American country. But Damn..I do miss the goofy fun and easy sexuality of Thailand (yes I know I am paying for it - negotiable love on a sliding pay scale).
Latin has spoken of trips to Brazil..etc..maybe the guys there are just as sexy and available..I do not know.