Bargaining... why do I do it?

[LB_better_than_GG]

I think the barganing thing really matters if you live in LOS for long term or short term. If you go to LOS for a 2 weeks holiday than barginning from 1500 b to 1000 b is not really going to make that much of a difference (500 b equals roughly $15-$20 US) thats not going to really break your bank. However if you live there long term than yes the differences does add up in the end.

[qwerty]

all that said, i wouldn't be comfortable paying less than 1000.
i myself am more just looking for a fair deal, not to gouge them.
i feel like when you get down to 800 or 900 its negligible and feels like youre just chiseling away for the sake of it.
i think theres a real difference between getting a fair deal and trying to niggle her down equivalent of $3 US worth.

[LB_better_than_GG]

i agree, $3 us is menial to us but to them its something.

[donnnnnny]

(katoeylover @ Nov. 15 2008,07:48)

(sukhumvitpoler @ Nov. 14 2008,20:10) 1500 CANNOT!!!!!!!!!

1000 CANNOT!!!!!!!

500? OK

1500 - nah, take 2k!!

[donnnnnny]

now on a serious note, it is always good to negotiate on a price, Saved ,you have it right, she will appreciate it more if you bargain in the right light or humor.It's fun and in most cases works.If you get a flat out no from a superstar with all the attitude, think of it as a blessing, why? because she will be a star fish in bed
,I have always stated if you heap money on a thai whore she will just laugh at what a sucker you are and milk you for all your worth.
As for freebys, well thats another thing lol
ps great original post mate suroporn

[PigDogg]

(donnnnnny @ Nov. 15 2008,21:52) she will appreciate it more if you bargain in the right light or  humor.

That's the key, always keep smiling!

[PigDogg]

(LB_better_than_GG @ Nov. 15 2008,14:26)  If you go to LOS for a 2 weeks holiday than barginning from 1500 b to 1000 b is not really going to make that much of a difference

I think this approach is right for many people. A buddy of mine just finished his first trip, gg only.

He's a sport and would rather pay a little extra to avoid potential problems. This approach makes lots of sense if that's your personality and your budget allows this.

So I told him he probably would be comfortable asking about price upfront and from any beer bar in Pattaya the girls would be very happy with 1000 shortime and 1500 longtime. I knew it would be worth it to him to pay a little extra.

So he's on Soi 6, and the girl said 700 baht shortime. He had a good time, gave her 1000 and she was overcum with joy.

Other guys want to pay just what's necessary and not extra and I can't fault this approach either if it's done in a friendly manner that doesn't diminish the sexual experience and everyone's happy.

Great thread because it hasn't (at least yet) evolved into a shouting match between the cheap charlies and the LDOPs.

[PigDogg]

(dummy_plug @ Nov. 15 2008,08:59) It's my Chinese upbringing that I blame cuz I never really want to buy or do anything unless I feel like I'm getting a good deal, regardless of the actual price.

I suppose every culture is a bit different re haggling but I know I appreciate a good deal too.

DP, next time I buy an air conditioner I'm bringing you along as designated negotiator!

[pacman]

    Chinese upbringing!!      

This touches a raw nerve with me as for years of running my own retail outlet I had many "experiences" dealing with Chinese customers.

In the end to save my sanity I had to leave them for the girls to deal with & I can honestly say in 25 years I never sold them a thing unless it was being given away.

I developed a much better understanding when I employed a Taiwanese girl who spoke Mandarin & Cantonese. She explained how they must be allowed to have the last say in price negotiation, how they were offended if the shop caused them to lose face.

OK, I said to her, any high price item (it was a jewellery store) you sell to any Asian I will pay you 10% commission, unheard of & a secret from all the other staff.

In 2 years I never paid her 1 cent extra & she conceded one day that it was an impossible task.

When I had my closing down sale they besieged the store, prepared to haggle for hours over any extra discount.

I realise that their issues far exceeded anything to do with perceived value, that their need to win at all costs is in their DNA.

Have I offended any of our Chinese friends here on the forum? I am sorry, nothing personal but for 2 & a half decades your fellow nationals sure as hell offended me.

[donnnnnny]

why cowtail to them if they live in your country??? if you go to live in china you are expected to do things there way??? , two sets of rules???

[jimslim]

Pacman give me discount you tight old bugger

[LB_better_than_GG]

doesnt offend me pacman (im chinese), what you say is pretty true throughout China.

[pacman]

(jimslim @ Nov. 16 2008,22:07) Pacman give me discount you tight old bugger  

Friggin' marvellous Jim    

a perfect post that brings tears to my eyes...          

I only wish I had that picture with your caption on my office wall years ago,

It would have picked me up after every difficult encounter.

The funny thing was that I had 2 girlfriends during that tme who were both born in Shanghai,

they never bought anything either...      

         ...but gifts were OK