The Big Mango

The Big Apple?

Has to be New York City. Unless of course you’re in the Southern Hemisphere and then it’s Buenos Aires.

Well how about the Big Mango?

No competition, Bangkok, hands down. Now forgive me for being so cocky about this, but please, allow me to explain.

Flaunting a title, or wearing a crown, comes with some responsibility. I believe Bangkok is up to the challenge, no less than NYC.

First and foremost, consider the shopping. World class all the way with the likes of Siam Paragon, Central World, and Gaysorn Plaza. And hey! Check out Siam Square for all the latest in cool funky affordable fashions from local Thai designers. On a budget? Head straight to the world’s largest weekend market – Chatuchak. (Hey say it fast, it sounds sexy!)

See, the thing is, Bangkok can quench the shopping thirst of just about anyone, whether you’re a billionare from Saudi Arabia or a working mom from Suburbia

Next! Food, eating out, dining, mangez, however you say it., Bangkok has it covered. Feast on some of the best local street fare any city has to offer or dine in the heavens at the likes of Vertigo or Sky Bar for a, well, almost religious experience. And then there’s everything in between, some of the best Thai and International cuisine you’re ever gonna find, at prices that will have you ordering seconds.

Let’s cap it off with entertainment, nightlife, clubs, discos. OK at the risk of coming off way too gay, you just have to check out the cabaret show at DJ Station any night of the week. Give Friday and Saturday a miss unless you’re really into crowds. So here it is -you pay your 100 bht ($3 USD) and you get a ticket for a drink. The show starts at 11:30. Tell me if Whitney isn’t sensational? Actually they all are. Show over, dance the night away (well, till 2:30 ish) with friendly, attractive, no attitude people. Straight? Please come! You’re every gay boys fantasy. Kidding!

Apples are usually tart and crispy. If you bruise one, throw it out. Overripe, well, you could make applesauce. Mangos on the other hand, eaten green - a bit like a Granny Smith Apple. Ripe - nothing much better. Overripe -juicy and succulent, seductive. Just like Bangkok. Now I HAVE gone too far.

Bangkoksong. Seductive with luxury towels, Egyptian cotton sheets and hosts who care.

Randall