Tip Tracking In General & Yoshiko
[QUOTE=Horsetrader;3104366]I wonder if they keep records of how much we tip. It would be very easy since we all give our ID numbers each time we arrive.[/QUOTE][B]YES[/B], they very definitely DO keep track of what you paid on each visit at Orange Spa, and the other AMPs that employ a Membership system (Kim's, Venus, and Pine Tree in Pinellas, that I know of). It's just a part of their "[I]Big Data Analytics[/I]" LOL! They keep track of a whole lot more too: at a minimum, the date of your visits, the girl you see on each visit, the tip you paid, and some brief notes on services you received (to know your preferences, etc.). Several girls at Orange, and other AMP's with "memberships", have confirmed all that to me, once I got to know them a bit better.
[QUOTE=Horsetrader;3104376]... In January I visited Yoshiko and was disappointed. Table shower was fine. Uninspired massage lasted about 5 minutes before the girl left the room. When she returned she had her iPad. For the next 10-15 minutes she simply sat on my hamstrings typing away on her iPad, presumably chatting with her friends. The main event was also uninspired.
That was my 2nd time at Yoshiko where something similar happened. After that I haven't returned.
I never remember the girls' names unless they are first rate performers (Like Momo, Ivy, and Yumi at Kim's).[/QUOTE]
I've been to Yoshiko 4 times, having seen 3 girls in that span (Connie twice, Tiffany, and Lucky), but those visits were all between September and November of last year. All visits were splendid with regard to beauty of girls and quality of services. If I recall, TS's were just ok, and 2 of the girls didn't even attempt massage, but that was fine with me at the time... the main events were outstanding. There are two reasons I haven't been back: one is that I can't tear myself away from Kim's, or trying some of the other places in the area, and the second reason is that, on my last visit, Lucky was one of those that was pretty bluntly demanding $$. She accepted the $.6 I brought (as I did on my prior three visits... just check my membership card! LOL!), but she told me outright that "Next time you bring $$", to which I said, "Yes, ok, I will" . . . while actually never intending to see HER again anayway just for that reason. Lucky was one of the most stunningly beautiful and perfectly formed young Korean girls I've met with, which is why, I suppose, she felt entitled to a $$ tip. I think my $.6 might have contributed to her rather perfunctory effort (no passion, limited interest) but she was still quite memorable just for her looks and feel.
Regarding your visit, it MAY just be a matter of your luck of the draw and getting a poor performer, but since that was the second time you were disappointed there, I may re-think my plans to visit Yoshiko on my next visit to the area. I've been meaning to get back there, especially if I could confirm (by phone ahead of time) if Connie were working (but she's probably one who is long gone permanently). Since Yoshiko doesn't have a membership system, there's no record of my past tipping amounts, and I really don't want the hassle of haggling with them. I haven't had to do so YET, but my plan has always been to do EXACTLY what you described that you did. . . when she asks for more, I plan to look quizzically at her, as though I had already given what she asked, then get it back to count it in front of her, THEN to put it back in my pocket and walk out (I wouldn't even stay for the massage)! The one thing that would screw up that master plan is if the girl walks the $.6 out of the room after I lay it out following the Table Shower, then proceeds with some sort of massage, and THEN demands "more." At that point, the only defense is the innocent "Gee, that's all I brought with me" and hope she goes for it.
HJ's at the high-end AMP's on Kennedy
[QUOTE=IraSwing;3108598]Fellow hunters, I've had some so-so experience with FS at K-shops in the area, venus, kim, and crystal etc. Either the provider is not my type or service was not great. They tend to show you the good ones AFTER your visit! I was wondering if anybody has quoted or received of HJ instead. My guess would be around $ but any intel. About getting HJ only would be appreciated.[/QUOTE]Personally, I wouldn't recommend it. There was some discussion on this thread several months ago about this, and (without actually digging up the deets from the thread) I [B]think[/B] I recall guys saying they were quoted HJ prices even higher than $. I may be confusing the "higher than $" rate with the BJ, but in any case, since a standard HJ HE runs. 4 at most any normal rub-and-tug shop, the net message is that the rate is [U]WAY[/U] higher than reasonable.
Popular theory (mine at least. . . shared by some others) has been that these gorgeous young hot Korean babes are perfectly willing to provide FS and, if you're going to take up their hour or half hour, they really want the MOST money for their time (in other words, FS). By setting a ridiculously high rate for just a HJ or even BJ, that popular theory suggests that their motivation is to convince a client to just go ahead and spend a little bit more cash for a LOT more service (FS) so they maximize their earnings per hour, so to speak. This concept is akin to the plumber, or carpenter, or {name your contractor} who really doesn't want to pittle his time on YOUR measly job. . . But he'll sure take on that job if you're willing to pay an outrageous amount for the work (who hasn't run into THAT guy)!
That's my 2¢
This Post Should've Been on the Pasco Board
[QUOTE=Mute16;3108362]Had a dream that I visited this parlor. Greeted by what I hoped was mamma son. No so lucky. The TS was so so. She did not want to wash all the required parts until I placed her hand on those parts. Things go a bit lighter. A lackluster soft touch massage and an uninspired HJ completed the dream. Standard house of around. 6 and. 4 tip. Out the door.
[URL]http://tampa.backpage.com/TherapeuticMassage/new-girls-asian-massage-grand-opening-4-hands/20037068[/URL][/QUOTE]There have been a few reports on the place you posted, in the Pasco section, which would have alerted you. Being as though you're looking in this section for that area, I would highly recommend the Coco, Mia, Nina place on Hwy 54 a few miles west, than the location you posted (near Hwy 41 and SR 54), located at the Elfers Shopping Center at the corner of Madison and SR 54 (Winn Dixie is in this shopping center). Much has been written about this place on the Pasco Board and I concur with the rest of the gentlemen. You won't be disappointed. Here's the link I'm talking about.
[URL]http://tampa.backpage.com/TherapeuticMassage/must-try-we-have-new-beautiful-massagist-just-arrived-call-us-at-727-519-5116/19504966[/URL]
Kennedy Blvd. The "other" places??
Much has been written / shared about the more well worn AMP's along Kennedy Blvd in Tampa (Kim's, Orange, Crystal, Yoshiko, even Venus a few blocks north, and a bit about Magic Spa), but I'm still curious to know if ANYBODY has anything to report about the other places along this stretch of road, for which there is almost zero discussion! Specifically: Does anyone have any experience, or even any gossip to report, about the following:
[B]Japanese Spa[/B] at 4001 W. Kennedy Blvd.
[B]Oxygen Spa[/B] at 3430 W. Kennedy Blvd.
[B]Bamboo Spa[/B] at 3935 W. Kennedy Blvd (some ancient reports speak of older ladies and $. 2 FS).
[B]Seven Star Spa[/B] at 4006 W. Kenendy Blvd.
[B]Lucky Day Spa[/B] at 4317 W. Kennedy Blvd.
And while I'm asking, I'd also be interested in any fresh info on [B]Magic Spa[/B] at 4553 W. Kennedy Blvd. Older reports / discussion suggested ladies at this place were consistently demanding $$ for tips, but perhaps a "slowdown" in traffic (due to that news rising from here) have brought them to their $. 6 senses.
Royal On North Dale Mabry Closed for Remodeling Until November
Wanted to cash in on my free visit after five, today. Called, no one answered. Was down that way on business, so I drove in, parked in the back, front door was locked. Went around back, knocked on the door, Mamasan answers to tell me to come back in a few weeks. Doing some remodeling. Would like to see Yumi again.
