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From fantastic costumes and gorgeous girls, pumping
beats and delicious cocktails to simply relaxing under
the stars, Thailand offers a wide range of entertainment
options for those out and about in the evening.
Most of the more vibrant nightlife can be found in
Bangkok, but there are also colourful options
in Pattaya, Phuket, Chiang Mai and
large towns. On the islands, wild beach
parties and bar hopping form the main types of
entertainment. It is worth remembering that most bars,
restaurants and clubs have a 1 am curfew. However,
there are usually one or two places around where you
can continue drinking if you want.
Here is a rundown on some of the types of entertainment
available.
Cabaret Shows can be found in the cities and
large tourist areas. This is an extremely colourful
affair where dozens of stunning women dance on stage
in dazzling sequin covered outfits. Thailand also
offers Tiffany Shows, a own unique twist on the traditional
cabaret show. Now world famous, these transvestite
or 'lady boy' shows are extremely entertaining. The
performers are stunning and the shows contain comedy
and dramatic displays as well as singing and dancing.
Bangkok is by far the best place to go clubbing
in Thailand. There is an incredible variety of
clubs where you can dance the night away, from the
classy Bed Supperclub in Sukhumvit, to the
male-orientated DJ Station in Silom. Another
great option is Royal City Avenue (RCA), where
there are dozens of clubs and bars playing everything
from Thai disco music to hardcore Drum and Bass, Hip
Hop and Techno. Expect to pay a cover charge at most
clubs (300 baht+) and take a photocopy of your passport
for identification.
Go-Go bars can be found in most cities and
large towns, especially Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya.
They are generally located in special areas and can
be easily identified by the flashy neon signs and
scantily dressed women in the doorways. In Bangkok,
head for Soi Cowboy, Nana Plaza or Patpong.
Karaoke Bars can be found all over Thailand.
Imported from Isaan, these bars specialise in loud
Isaan music, flashing coloured lights and sexily dressed
women crooning on stage. Many bars also have a selection
of Western songs and Westerners are welcome to sing,
although be aware that a charge for this is often
included in your bill.
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Full Moon Parties are another Thai speciality.
The most famous of these can be found on Koh Phangan,
where is it so popular that they now hold a half moon
party as well. Other good places to party on the beach
include Koh Phi Phi and Raleigh Beach.
Bars usually play loud music until dawn and you can
expect a selection of DJs, spectacular decorations
and fire shows.
Alternatively, if you just want to take it easy,
there are movie theatres all over Thailand.
All show movies in English with Thai subtitles, even
in small villages. When booking, make sure you ask
for the 'subtitle' movie. A tribute to the king is
played at the start of the movie, and you are expected
to stand and show respect along with everyone else.
The movie theatres are highly air conditioned and
can be a bit chilly, so it is a good idea to take
along a light jumper or jacket.
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