and while of course I would partaking in the hobby to some degree, I just fucking need a vacation. Thailand is a pretty average topic in these threads and yet anyone with recent experience would be welcome to join in. I am almost more interested in Cuba since that world is closer and so possibly easier to see in a shorter time. Life only offers short respites. Anyone out there with Cuba experience? I want to meet the people, check out the culture, rock climb, snorkel, fall in love...not necessarily in that order. Any one wish to share their experiences? PM if better.

That's my choice. Red light district just two
blocks from the JW Marriott. A cul de sac full
of bars with hot girls in bikinis practically begging
you to come in. A nominal fee to the bar to leave
with a girl or two and a negotiable fee for whatever
you want once you get back to your hotel.
By the way the JW is a provider friendly hotel.
Cuba can't beat that.
No snorkeling in Bangkok. Go to Phuket for that.

I have had friends who have been hobbying in Cuba.  It's tricky since prostitution is illegal in Cuba and you can't bring girls into your hotel room.  Girls are available in the bars and clubs, you have to go the girl's home.

If you want to stay close then you can go to Costa Rica, Aruba, Curcao, Bonaire where hobbying is legal and pretty good.  I have been to costa rice and a great time there.  I like to go to SE Asian for the best hobbying.  I think the girls offer more of GFE and they are lots of fun.   I prefer Philippines the most.  PleasePM if you need more info.

Been both places.  Cuba is amateurs who are willing to bend the rules cause they need/want the $$.  Thailand are pros who make believe they're not.  Either can be fun.  Bangkok is a hot, polluted big city.  Out of there can either be amazing or just another fucking resort.  It's up to you.  Cuba is a fabulous mess.  If you just want pussy, Thailand might be easier.  But it's gonna be there.  Cuba is about to change forever.  I would go there first.