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Thailand Bar Girls

Exactly what sort of work the girl does in the bar varies. They may be "hostesses" and chat with customers. They may dance on stage in varying states of undress. They may perform shows.

Nearly all girls working in a bar (cashiers often being an exception) will go with a customer to their hotel room.

This entails paying a "bar fine" to the bar (anywhere from Bt 500 baht up), as well as paying the bar girl after services have been rendered (anywhere from 1,000 baht up as well).

Better quality hotels either won't let bar girls go to your room or will charge extra. Girls not carrying Thai I.D. Cards will likely be turned away.

Most people regard this as prostitution. Regardless of your feelings about it, there is probably no point in getting in a snit about it.

We at Guide to Thailand do not encourage engaging prostitutes - neither do we feel that sexual liaisons should be stigmatized. We do, however, recommend that travelers exercise caution.

We suggest that if you are sensitive about prostitution, avoid the tourist bar areas. Also see the page on experiencing Bangkok's nightlife.

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