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[PowerBenz]

Anyone 17-19 nov wanna tag along to batam???

[AkhiAustralia]

Originally Posted by PowerBenz

Anyone 17-19 nov wanna tag along to batam???

I am there during that time if you wanna catch up and go cheong together.

[nono1973]

Originally Posted by SheldonXX

@NoNo

Yes, ridiculous that they introduce this membership scheme at 100k per month. IIRC, when they introduced their membership scheme, it's the 2nd price revision in 2-3 months. Shows that their business are getting too good.

If i dont remember wrong,i dwell in New Spa 6 times continuously in a sparse of 2 trips to Batam and than totally stop going there after their price goes up. Their hot pool just gets dirtier and dirtier (algae in it) over the day,that's one reason why i choose to visit New Spa during happy hour before 3pm (used to be before 4pm). Early part of the day,their pools were cleaner,hehehe...i guess its becos of lesser people using it.

Paying over 450k for a spa massage is simply too much,there are better ( cheaper,cleaner and more nearby) spa places in Batam for me.

Originally Posted by SheldonXX

Now I go to Venus Spa. Membership at 100k per year and massage package at 290K+. Unfortunately, I'll not able to give a review of the facilities since I usually go there for a final cum before taking the ferry back to Sg.

The sad thing is, Venus is too far out. Nearer to Batam center. If only they are at Harbour Bay,hehehe...then that would be fun! It might just affect Altalanta and Octopuss.

[nono1973]

Originally Posted by PigletDiDi

haha still remember the last year incident.
the gif really eat alot data
in the end i burst out that mth singtel data

The gif file is now reduce by at least 50% tho, still a lot tho....hehehe...but well,it wont burn as much data from your side.

Originally Posted by SheldonXX

Think that's the end of the road for Ah Long. To kena police case for not paying off out of contract cewe so short after reopening NB-Sekar, must the the final nail in the coffin.

People with characteristic like Ah long wont come to a end-of-road situation. His current Sekar i heard was operate by his "Tua Pek Kong", so my guess is,he's likely to be moving somewhere far...may b near Utama...nearby those massage shops. CNY 2018 is a super ultra gold mine day for every Batam's booking joints...hehehe...i hope he wont miss it.

He ate his girls,ate the other OKTs working for him,and yet trying to eat the police too.

Originally Posted by SheldonXX

I would forget about Hawaii. Was there on 2 different occasions recently and was quoted ridiculous prices, by Ah Peng. 1.5 juta for late 20s??

Hehehe...Hawaii is good for a once a while pop by (dont appear there in every trip). And once in a while, they also have gems like those in GB...i remember i even go upstairs to choose the girls too.

When i brought my friends to Hawaii ,the 1st thing i tell the OKT is,any girl 1 million and above,dont intro me...hehehe...guess what,those 1.2 to 1.3 juta girls's price auto come down to 1 juta and there is suddenly so many 1 juta and below girls around.

Seems like almost every booking joint in Batam has their own working culture.

[hawkeye007]

Originally Posted by iicycold

oh,u gng quite late lei...

u may wan try the new gold bird nw call Hai lai,heard recently they got new gers tere...but tel u first hor,i haven't go chance to test their new blood hor...fair skin syt? sri kandy,if 'she' stil ard...

enjoy ya!

If I guess correctly the “she” that you are referring to, “she” is now in Singapore working under an Indo stable. Go look look see see in Dome 3... Hehe

[hawkeye007]

Originally Posted by nono1973

The sad thing is, Venus is too far out. Nearer to Batam center. If only they are at Harbour Bay,hehehe...then that would be fun! It might just affect Altalanta and Octopuss.

I think I was one of those who recommended u to New Spa, but now I’ve stopped going there totally too.. Haha..

I’ve completely switched over to Venus Spa; 359k (after membership discount) for massage plus 2 HJs is better value for money than New Spa and the best thing about Venus is that you get to see all the gals’ photos on the TV screen. Really lots of chio gems there.

Honestly, say far also not that far. Knowing your spa-ing hours, it should take you no longer than 15-20mins to get there from Formosa via taxi. Use either GoCar or Grab, fare is about 30k rp (if you pay by GoPay, another 20% discount off the fare). Hence it’s less than 50k taxi fare to and fro. U can set the destination as Sahid Hotel.

The gals there generally can autoroam freely; I’ve done so to most of them with just a minor 50-100k tip at the end of the session. The only thing that is more expensive is trying to get them to strip topless; they will start off from 300k. Some are quite adamant about 300k just to go topless while some have compromised at 200k for full strip. I have also successfully FJed a few gals there, but it took me quite a few visits to RTM before they are comfortable enough with me...

[nono1973]

A gentle reminder for all indonesia sim card holder....

Following the Communications and Information Ministry's regulation on mobile phone numbers, prepaid SIM card users are now required to register their numbers, starting from Oct. 31 to Feb. 28, 2018.

The program is supported by cellular service operators, which means you can register via SMS or the operators' websites.

Here’s a guide on how to register your phone number:

How do I register?

Smartphone users with old numbers need to send their identity card number (NIK) and family card (KK) number via SMS to 4444.

As for foreigners, Tribun Jogja reported that they can send their passport number and temporary stay permit (KITAS) or permanent stay permit (KITAP) number via SMS to 4444.

Alternatively, prepaid SIM card holders can also register via their operators’ websites.

Why do I need to register my phone number?

According to kompas.com, the regulation is intended to protect SIM card holders from crimes committed using mobile phones and to prevent their phone numbers from being misused.

How many phone numbers can I have?

One person can have a maximum of three phone numbers. Those who need extra mobile phone numbers may apply for them at an operator’s outlets.

What would happen if I failed to register?

After Feb. 28, 2018, new users would not be able to activate their mobile phone number without registering it. Meanwhile, those with existing phone numbers will have an additional 15 days to register. However, should they fail to do so, their numbers would be from receiving calls and SMS services.

For locals...

http://www.thejakartapost.com/life/2...heres-how.html

I havent register yet tho,hehehe...

[Kikasa23]

Originally Posted by nono1973

A gentle reminder for all indonesia sim card holder....


For locals...

http://www.thejakartapost.com/life/2...heres-how.html

I havent register yet tho,hehehe...

How to find KITAS?

[SheldonXX]

Originally Posted by hawkeye007

I have also successfully FJed a few gals there, but it took me quite a few visits to RTM before they are comfortable enough with me...

This is the motivation for me to strive on... Only managed to get them to strip for 200k.

[fde83]

I remember the time when i manage to bonk those syt factory workers, when knowing a manager there do help alot, just when to a factory company and pick my choice, and let the "human resource" do his thing. Fun times

[Bizsta]

Originally Posted by fde83

Batam raining, exchange rate 9850 @ hbb, two sinkie bro was quoted 9720. I just laugh with the money changer guy. other bros may get better rates infront of formosa

I was there on 07/11 exchanged at the Batam Centre arrival hall for 9900

[Bizsta]

Originally Posted by BFOMF5

Seker (exBarry) got raided and closed last weekend.

BUT
Not sure back door open or not

passed by on Tuesday I saw this too

[nyquist]

Originally Posted by Bizsta

passed by on Tuesday I saw this too

Reporting FROM.BATAM NOW..
SEKER has Reopened..

[super4hundred]

2 Newbies going tomorrow 2D1N. Already booked online Hana Hotel.
Have read up info from all the seniors here and hoping for a great time in Batam !!!

[Bizsta]

Originally Posted by anonymouskimch

Ha Ha. I guess you got lucky lo. It seen like really basic on luck and chemistry with the ML for a good experience in the end.

How is the taxi fare rate like now? I thinking of going to " Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Monastery " from Batam Centre port. Then the problem comes on how to get a taxi from there to Nagoya hill ?

Normally will book my usual taxi from the point of entry till depature/saves me the trouble of hailing a taxi and I feel safer also that way.