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Bangkok News Update for Tourists in Thailand

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Bangkok News Update for Tourists

Key Takeaways

The short version, in 5 points.

  1. Patreon was shut down at the time of writing because of internal differences, and all premium content was made free for readers.
  2. VIP membership may come back later, perhaps once the pandemic shows a better positivity rate, so free access may change.
  3. On the day of writing, nearly 20 deaths and 1,500 new cases were reported in Thailand, and hospitals seemed short of beds.
  4. Some go-go bars were open, but their timings were very erratic, and the girls were afraid for their health.
  5. Thai Friendly or Tinder was the best bet for meeting a girl in Bangkok then.

It's been a while since I've written here and I wanted to say Sorry. It's been one hell of a month. I've taken some time out to spend time with a couple of people I hold close. That being said, I want to also send a big "Thank You" to all the subscribers and readers here that have supported us. This goes to subscribers of the blog and on Patreon to get Bangkok News Update for Tourists. Here are a couple of updates that I think you should know about.

Bangkok News Update for Tourists About VIP Membership

While things looked like they were going great, we had to terminate our Patreon channel because of internal differences. This means that I have made all premium content for free for you to access. Nice right? While I bring back VIP punter memebership, I request you to give us some time so that we can get this done right. Thank you for your support. We will introduce our premium VIP offering and Bangkok News Update for Tourists Guides at a later stage. Perhaps after this pandemic shows a better positivity rate. In the meanwhile, all our content will be made FREE for all.

Bangkok News Update for Tourists

Covid 19 Bangkok News Update for Tourists

As of writing this, I have read that nearly 20 people have died in Thailand and 1500 new cases were reported. The situation in most parts of the world seems to be getting better. Apart from some countries like India, there is horror I see on the news channels. If you are an Indian reader here, I want you to know that we are with you. Please stay safe and remain optimisitic that good times will return soon.

There also seems to be a shortage of beds across Hospitals in Thailand. The pandemic has really caused a lot of damage. Even though Thailand is still gripping with the crisis, it is heartwarming to see that the country to sending aid to other countries around the world too.

Bangkok News Update for Tourists

Get Regular Updates for Tourists in Bangkok

We will continue to post reviews, guest submissions and more to this site. The content for now will remain free for all. This may change as time progresses. As of now, I just want everyone to get access to all our free and premium content for no charge at all.

The nightlife scene in Bangkok is not the same as it used to be. The girls are there but they too are afraid for their health. Some GoGo bars are open but their timings are very erratic. If you are looking to get laid in Bangkok, your best bet would be to hook up with a girl from Thai Friendly or Tinder.

The government is laying out tight protocols in the weeks ahead so keep your TVs turned on to see what happens. In the meanwhile, do share this with more punters like you that want to know where they can go and get action in Bangkok.

In the meanwhile, you can follow us on Twitter to know all the stuff that is happening with our mongers around the world. We keep posting regular updates there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Did Bangkok Punters Close Its Patreon Channel?

We had to terminate our Patreon channel because of internal differences, at the time of writing. As a result I made all premium content free for everyone to access. I plan to bring back VIP membership, but I asked readers to give us time so we can get it done right.

Is Bangkok Punters Content Free to Read?

At the time of writing, yes: all of our content was made free for everyone. I wanted everyone to have access to the free and premium content at no charge. This may change as time progresses, because I plan to introduce the VIP offering again after the pandemic.

How Many Covid Cases Were There in Thailand When You Wrote?

As of writing, I had read that nearly 20 people had died in Thailand and 1,500 new cases were reported. The situation seemed to be improving in most parts of the world, apart from places like India. Those numbers are from the time of writing, so check current figures.

Was There a Shortage of Hospital Beds in Thailand During the Pandemic?

At the time of writing there seemed to be a shortage of beds across hospitals in Thailand, and the pandemic had caused a lot of damage. Even so, it was heartwarming to see that Thailand was sending aid to other countries around the world.

Were Go-Go Bars Open in Bangkok During the Pandemic?

Some go-go bars were open, but their timings were very erratic. The nightlife scene in Bangkok was not the same as it used to be, and the girls were there but afraid for their health. Check a bar's social media before you head out, because hours changed often.

What Was the Best Way to Meet Girls in Bangkok During the Pandemic?

At the time of writing my best bet was to hook up with a girl from Thai Friendly or Tinder, since the bars were quiet and their hours erratic. The girls were still there, but afraid for their health, so go easy and respect their caution.

Where Did I Post Regular Updates for Bangkok Tourists?

I kept posting reviews and guest submissions on this site, and regular updates on Twitter about what was happening with mongers around the world. I also asked readers to share the news with other punters who want to know where they can go for action in Bangkok.

What Did the Thai Government Plan During the Pandemic?

The government was laying out tight protocols in the weeks ahead, so I told readers to keep their TVs on to see what happened. Rules changed often during the pandemic, so check the official Thai government and tourism websites for the current position.