Happy ending massages sound kinda hot in theory, but, as we’ve been told, the real deal doesn’t usually follow through on the fantasy (as in, they often involve a darkly lit back room in a sketchy part of town). However, you can totally go the DIY route with your partner for a super-hot night in.

Here, some special tips for your male or female “client.”. Set the Mood A happy ending massage is all about ambiance and, well, sex.

Bonus points for busting out clean sheets, fluffy towels, and a skimpy outfit for your bae to admire. Lay the Groundwork Start with the feather stroke: Lightly caress your S.O.’s neck, shoulders, arms, back, and buttocks with your fingertips for at least five minutes.

“If you have medium to long hair and don’t mind getting oil in it, use your locks to caress his body, too.” Mix up the location of your digits so he doesn’t know where you’re going to strike next. To heat things up, gradually upgrade to firm, slow strokes using your thumbs and the palms of your hands.

“Theinner thighs, for ladies and gents, are very sensitive because they’re so close to the genitals,” says board-certified clinical sexologist Debra Laino. Gently knead the area using either your fingertips or the heel of your hand.

Nipple play is also important. “Nipple stimulationis processed in the same region of the brain as touch to the clitoris and penis, so lightly stimulating the area around the nipple (the areola) on both men and women can be very stimulating,” says Laino.

) massage the nipple in a rotating motion—moving clockwise, then counter-clockwise—then use your thumb and ring finger to pull it up so you’re elongating it, says Cadell. Ask for feedback so that you get the pressure just right.

This is a hot spot for both men and women—especially the area between the belly button and genitals, says Laino. “Massaging this area can make the pelvic floor muscles contract,” she says.

Press firmly, but not too firmly. you don’t want his bladder to start giving you ‘tude.

is primed and ready, onto the good stuff: For Him Warm up some massage oil by rubbing it with both hands, then spread it all over his penis and testicles.

Meanwhile, use the other hand to gently roll his testicles in your palm. Do this in slow-mo for at least a few minutes.

Now concentrate on massaging his penis from top to bottom, covering the head and sliding your hands down to the base—one after another—in a fluid motion. “Do this for about 10 strokes and don’t be surprised if he suddenly climaxes because this stroke makes him feel like he’s inside a wet vagina,” says Cadell.

For Her “On the female genitals, it’s best to switch to a water-based lubricant because if oil gets inside the vagina, it can cause irritation,” says Cadell. Make sure to warm the lube with your hands first before placing them in her vagina.

Gently rub the lube around her vaginal lips all the way down to her anus. Gently part her outer lips with both of your thumbs, caressing them in circular motions for at least two minutes.

“The inner lips are more sensitive, so use less pressure,” says Cadell. “Watch for her body language and for the swelling of her vaginal lips, which is a natural progression when a woman gets aroused.”.

Massage the head of the clitoris in circular motions using your forefinger and thumb. “You may feel it growing as it becomes more excited, and with the clitoris containing about 8,000 nerve fibers, don’t be surprised if she has a body-melting, earth-shattering orgasm,” says Cadell.

Match. Krissy is a regular contributor to Prevention, and she also writes for Cosmopolitan, Weight Watchers, Women’s Health, FitnessMagazine.com, Self.com, and Shape.com.

What’s your ultimate sexual fantasy. Most of us have one, but what do you do after you’ve lived it out for real.

and ended in an unexpected orgasm. A happy ending massage – or sexual massage – was something I’d always fantasised about, but I never dreamed it would actually happen.

At the appointed time, I turned up at the ‘spa’ – a gauzy white tent on the hotel beach – and was assigned a male massage therapist. I wasn’t at all uncomfortable with that.

At first, the massage was utterly innocent. He was friendly but professional.

He completely avoided my chest and bum (not true of all masseurs, I can assure you), and rubbed my body without any… lingering.

But, as I’ve always found massage a sensual experience, I can’t pretend my body wasn’t responding. When his hands stilled on my inner thighs, I thought it was part of the massage.

He then began to apply pressure to my inner thighs, moving closer and closer inwards, until he brushed my bikini bottoms. It was like a jolt of static, and I knew something else was afoot.

I couldn’t believe that my ultimate sexual fantasy was being played out. I’ve never been so turned on in my life, but I assumed he’d stop there.

He moved my bikini to one side, spreading my legs apart with one hand. I was enthralled, and had no intention of stopping him.

Briefly, I began to grow nervous about someone walking in (we were in a tent, after all). But as he stroked my clit in sensuous, circular movements, I decided I didn’t care.

I’ve never come so quickly, quietly or effortlessly in my life. Which was lucky, as it turned out, because another massage therapist walked in right afterwards.

He used the towel to wipe oil from my body efficiently, while I lay blushing and giggling with my eyes closed. He turned, allowing me to dress, as if it had just been an ordinary massage.

He asked my name, and told me to come again the next day. I smiled, knowing I wouldn’t.

At first, I was relieved she hadn’t walked in a few seconds earlier. That was until it dawned on me she probably knew exactly what was going on, and likely peeked through the tent to see when I was done.

Then the doubts began to creep in. Had I exploited him.

There are a lot of male sex workers in Cuba, so I had to wonder if he was one. He certainly didn’t risk his job and livelihood because he was overwhelmed by passion for me.

This was a practised move, clearly something he did often, and did well. But he didn’t do it because he wanted me.

Whether by experience or coercion, did he think it was his job to offer.

Just look at the blurred lines between the sex trade and massage industry of Southeast Asia. I’m strongly anti-exploitation, and the idea of one of my male friends allowing a woman to give them a ‘happy ending’ would horrify me.

I would argue that if you really respected them, you wouldn’t allow them to pleasure you for money in countries where the sex trade is so notoriously shady. Had he exploited me.

My mind and body were saying yes all the way through, but I never consented verbally. What right did he think he had to touch me like this in a professional setting.

I’m 100% pro-sex positivity and mutual enjoyment, and this experience didn’t seem to sit right with that. If he respected me as an equal, wouldn’t he have asked.

I was more than a little confused.

They were supportive, but shocked. It was easier when he was just a disembodied hand in my fantasy.

And I learned a fantasy is never the same in real life as it is in your head, precisely because it’s real life.

“This experience is a challenging one indeed, as it involves confronting both those possibilities.”. They recommended I take some time to sit with the feelings of being in both of those positions, and getting support if I found that difficult.

“Your story also highlights important questions about power and consent,” they told me. “As the tourist in Cuba, you were in a position of power over the masseur, especially given he could have lost his job.

Dr Barker, who also wrote Enjoy Sex (How, When and IF You Want To) and hosts a new podcast “Meg-John and Justin”, explains the vital thing with consent is that everyone involved is able to give an enthusiastic ‘yes’ to what unfolds between them. They must be able to know for sure that nobody’s feeling pressured by power dynamics, or because it would feel awkward stopping things once they’ve started.

“Even if you find an encounter pleasurable – or orgasm from it – if that wasn’t there, it wasn’t consensual,” they add. “That’s not at all to say you can’t have hot encounters with strangers, or that consent can’t be communicated in non-verbal ways.

Dr Barker’s words helped me articulate and make sense of my confusion, but ultimately, it didn’t resolve the experience in my head. Of course, the further into the past it gets, the less I regret it – it’s certainly forced me to think much more seriously about sensitive issues of power and consent on a personal, rather than theoretical, level.

A hands-on experience, certainly. But I would advise anyone thinking of acting out a stranger fantasy, of any kind, to consider Dr Barker’s advice very carefully: an upfront and frank conversation with clearly communicated consent on both sides might not seem sexy in the moment, but you’ll appreciate it the morning after.

This article was originally published in 2018 and has been updated.

The Happy Ending Massage traces the intriguing trajectory of an intimate practice that has evolved from a societal taboo to a topic worthy of open discussion. This article delves into the historical roots, societal perceptions, and shifts that have contributed to its transformation.

With evidence dating back centuries, such massages were initially rooted in cultures that embraced a holistic approach to health. These massages weren’t solely about relaxation.

The 20th century marked a shift in societal attitudes towards sensuality and intimacy. As societies became more liberal, discussions around human sexuality began to gain acceptance.

The connection between human touch and well-being was explored, and these massages began to be seen as a potential outlet for stress relief. The evolution of happy ending massages has been significantly influenced by their portrayal in pop culture and media.

Here’s how pop culture and media have shaped the perception of happy ending massages: The 21st century has witnessed a growing emphasis on wellness and self-care.

Happy ending massages, reframed as a form of wellness, have entered the conversation. Spa facilities and wellness centers offer variations of these massages, emphasizing relaxation and stress relief.

The legality of these massages varies widely depending on the jurisdiction. In some places, they might be considered a form of sex work and fall under the umbrella of prostitution laws, while in others, they may be viewed as a legitimate wellness practice.

On the ethical front, the discussions are multifaceted. Advocates argue that when practiced safely and consensually, happy ending massages can contribute to well-being and relaxation.

Ensuring that all parties involved have a clear understanding of the nature of the service and willingly participate is essential for maintaining ethical standards. Additionally, some question whether these practices objectify individuals and reinforce harmful stereotypes.

As conversations around consent, pleasure, and well-being become more normalized, the stigma surrounding happy ending massages is gradually dissipating. People are engaging in informed discussions, exploring the practice’s benefits and challenges.

By Alex Alexander — Written on Mar 20, 2020. I’ve always heard of men going to special massage parlors for that happy ending “relief” at the end, but I had no idea if that was something that ever happened for women.

I was at a regular spa. Not a special parlor, but your garden-variety spa known among all the new and popular chain spas that have popped up all over the good old USA, offering monthly spa memberships.

At the time, I was also going through a bad breakup. My ex and I finally ended our long-term relationship.

He never wanted it and he’d shut me out. It was emotionally crushing and killed my self-esteem.

I had a male masseuse and he was the absolute right choice for my sore and broken-down body.

Rather than getting embarrassed, as I would’ve expected myself to be, it actually felt a little exciting to momentarily flash this masseuse. So, when it happened a second time (perhaps “accidentally” knocked off by his intentional tough kneading), I laughed and said, “I’m so sorry to flash you — twice.”.

“I’m a man. I don’t mind.”.

I noted that. And noted that I was excited.

Yet, this man was easily fifteen years older than I was and not even close to my physical type. It was just fun to have that kind of sexual tension in the air again after a few years of sexual drought.

When you’re in a bad relationship and constantly fighting, the stress gets to you. Here was an hour of peace and relaxation just for me to forget everything.

Not only was the idea of teasing him again a bit exciting, but my neck and back — which were a mess — felt a million times better. The spa receptionist had definitely set me up with the right masseuse.

Except this time, when I entered the room there was a familiarity and playfulness. As we got into the massage I noticed him getting particularly close to sensitive areas.

I was already getting turned on, so by the time he flipped me over to work my front, I was curious: how far would it go this time.

” I said, “What would help it feel better. “.

I wouldn’t be fresh. Whatever you’re comfortable with.”.

I’m not a prude. Whatever you think will help.”.

RELATED: Breast Massages May Prevent Cancer, Says Study. He pulled down the sheet and began to rub my breasts.

“I hope you don’t mind. I’m getting a little hot.”.

I don’t mind at all. I’m getting turned on.”.

Finally, I asked for what I wanted: “Will you go down on me. “.

My “happy” tune changed, though, when he asked if he could have sex with me, and I said absolutely not. I suppose I was selfish.

Afterwards, as the massage ended and it was time for me to get dressed, I started to feel awkward. That female guilt, something a man would never feel, started to hit me.

As I thanked him for the massage, he handed me his card for a private at-home massage service. I said I’d call but as I walked away I knew I wouldn’t.

RELATED: I Went Undercover To Find Out What It’s Like To Get A ‘Happy Ending’ Massage As A Woman. I waited a year to return to that spa and made sure to never request him again, despite the excitement.

Besides, what if this was something he did with many women. How would I know.

And when he asked to have sex it felt way too real. Not that I should’ve been surprised but that the “fantasy” became all too real and I knew I couldn’t handle any more than what he did to me.

Almost two years later, the experience still excites me but the guilt is gone. I had fun, and while I probably wouldn’t do it again, I’m glad I have the memory.

Boracay isn’t really the best destination for sex tourists in the Philippines, but if you know the few places where the young Filipina ladies offer their love services to foreign men on this island, there is certainly a lot of fun to be had. I have already written a complete overview of these places in my Boracay Nightlife Guide, and today I will go into detail to one of these places: the massage salons.

You just need to walk along the Beach Walk from Station 1 to Station 3, or along the main road that runs parallel to the beach, and you will pass more than two dozens of massage salons. However, now the bad news:

If this is your first time in Southeast Asia – happy ending basically means that your masseuse pulls off your towel after about 45 minutes (after the back massage and when you turned around and she is working her way closer and closer to the area between your legs), puts plenty of oil in her hand and rubs up and down your penis until you ejaculate.

Or sometimes they even do a blow job, it really depends on the tip you offer and if the lady likes it or not. I’m not saying that it’s impossible to get a happy ending in the massage salons in Boracay, but it’s very, very unlikely.

But don’t worry, if you think that sounds too much work or too uncertain, I have 2 good tips for you: There are 2 options for a guaranteed happy ending (sex) massage in Boracay.

Not many foreigners know about it, because there are no hotels, but mostly houses where the local Filipinos live. One of these houses is quite “special” though.

Go inside and you will get to a common area with a big table in the center, surrounded by several small and very simple rooms, to put it nicely. When you go in there you will probably see a few ladies sitting around.

They will probably ask you if you want to drink something with them and then, sooner or later, invite you to their room for a “massage”. They usually ask for 300 Pesos for the massage.

On top comes the “tip”: Depending on what you would like, a fair amount is 300-400 Pesos for a hand job, 500 Pesos for a blow job and 800-1,000 Pesos for sex. They will probably ask for more than that, then it’s up to you to bargain it down to whatever you think is appropriate.

Another easy option for a massage in Boracay that surely ends with a hand job, blow job or full sex are the freelancers on the Beach Walk. Most of them tend to hang out near Station 3 in the late afternoon from about 4pm when the hottest hours of the day are over, but you never know, just take a walk and if you see an obvious hooker like the one in my picture, say hi, how are you and what are you up to.

These girls usually have small rooms close by, but they will probably ask you if they can do the massage in your hotel (then you have to make sure that it’s guest friendly). Alternatively, you can wait until the sun has set (ideally around 10-11pm when the people start going to the bars and clubs), and then you will find a lot more of these girls hanging around the Beach Walk.

Special massage. Blow job and sex, sir.

The usually ask for 2,000 or even 2,500 Pesos, but if you think that’s too much (I do), then of course you can start bargaining. I have marked the regular massage salons with the yellow pin, the brothel with the blue pin and the freelance massage girls with the red pin.

Everyone complains about the massage scene in the Philippines and yes, while it’s not Thailand, like I showed you you just need to know the right places and you will get your happy endings – even in Boracay.

The majority of people are not familiar with the term Happy ending. It seems quite common in the tabloid gossip.

Such professional massages were first incepted in Asian countries like Japan and inevitably made their way to other countries, over the past decades or so. But these types of massages have proved to be somewhat contentious and in some cases, illegal, based on the place you reside.

Even there are some severe punishments against it. For example, in the USA, Las Vegas is one of those few places where people cannot head for a happy ending massage because it is illegal.

Some girlfriends or wives do not want their man to be touched by a stranger in any sexual way. Even though massages can be pretty appropriate, but relaxation is pretty conducive to get aroused.

It might include an increase in your blood flow. Whenever that happens during your sleep, it might lead to unknown erections known as “morning wood.”.

On-demand massage startup Soothe, Inc. has raised $35 million Series B in a round led by The Riverside Company.

Founded in 2013, Soothe offers on-demand massage in 22 cities in the United States from 3,000 independent message therapists who are claimed to earn three to four times more than the industry standard. Like other Uber-style on-demand companies, customers book licensed therapists for an in-home massage with a standard price of $99 an hour (tipping is not required), and the masseur takes home $70, with the rest going to the company.

“We’re thrilled by the demand we’re seeing among clients and massage therapists alike who are eager to experience on-demand massage as a routine form of wellness,” Soothe’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Merlin Kauffman said in a statement sent to SiliconANGLE. “Our growth is in large part due to the incredible experience Soothe’s massage therapists provide, and it’s only just the beginning for us.”.

Kauffman created the company while studying at the Harvard Business School, a period where he is alleged to have found it difficult to schedule a massage appointment outside standard business hours and locations. given their growth stats to date, it would appear that a sizeable number of other massage devotees would also have similar issues.

Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Miami, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, San Jose, Scottsdale, Seattle, Vancouver (British Columbia), and Washington D.C.. Including the new round Soothe has raised $47.7 million to date from investors including AngelList, Cyan Banister, Daniel Curran, Flight Ventures, IDG Ventures USA, Alex Rosen, Joshua Schachter, Scott Banister and Walter Loewenstern.

THANK YOU.

There is nothing better than physical contact to get close to our partner, increase passion and take the relationship to another level. No wonder a massage is one of the most sensual experiences that you can do to excite your partner, especially when you both know that the end will be hot sex.

So at oneHOWTO, we explain how to give a happy ending massage which both of you will enjoy to the fullest. For a massage with a happy ending, no matter if it’s for him or her, you will not only need to have good hands willing to please your partner, it is also important to create a pleasant atmosphere and have the necessary accessories.

The tantric massage is one of the most exciting that you can apply and experiment with. This is one of the advantages of tantric sex in which stimulation and creating closer ties to enjoy the pleasure take priority over orgasm.

If you plan to apply it to a man, you can consult our detailed article about how to give a tantric massage to a man. In case you want to do it to a girl, it is best to get yourself a good aromatic massage oil and start rubbing her back gently, up and down.

Leave the sexual organs for the end. This will help increase arousal gradually until she is so turned on that penetration is the next step for you both to enjoy a very passionate encounter.

Clearly, for someone sexually awakened, any massage is erotic, but when we refer to a contact of this type, it means that you go straight for your partner’s erogenous zones without losing time elsewhere: chest, groin, genitals, anus are stimulated with gentle movements in which the clear goal is to excite your partner to the point that they cannot contain the desire to have sex.

To achieve this, be more gentle and use gente and subtle movements. Pay special attention to the inner thighs, tease your partner by gently moving your hands closer to their genital area and gently move away.

For men, once you get to their genital area, grab their penis with both hands and firmly twist each in opposite directions. Repeat several times and move on to the next erotic massage movement.

increase intensity slowly and check out how much he enjoys this erotic massage.

Also playing with her inner thighs, slowly move towards her genital area, which you can combine with massaging her breasts with the other hand. Once you concentrate on massaging her genital area, add some lubricant t massage the outer part, also known as the vulva by rubbing each lip with one hand from top to bottom and from bottom to top.

Use both thumbs to gently slide up and down the inner lips, and slowly see how they swell. You can combine this movement by using two fingers from one of the hands to slide up and down the edges of her clitoris.

The Nuru massage goes far beyond their sensuality limits and is an exciting experience that can also serve as a great happy ending massage. It mainly consists of rubbing and stimulating the body of your partner with your own body and not using the hands alone.

Both begin naked, which makes it very clear that after some erotic massage there will be an explosive happy ending. If your partner’s routine is full of tension, it is best to wait at home with a delicious massage session prepared.

When your partner is relaxed, you can move on to stimulating the erogenous zones so that they slowly enjoy this special contact. From this moment, you can start an erotic massage that leads to delightful and very pleasant intercourse.

If you want to read similar articles to How to Give a Happy Ending Massage, we recommend you visit our Sentimental relationships category.

Chances are you’ve heard the story: an unmarked door leads to a dimly-lit massage parlor where women with strong hands and tolerant smiles await a train of libidinous male patrons. Happy ending massage stories are all too common.

The rest of spa culture, meanwhile, is dominated by women. There are more than 14,000 spas in the U.S.

With all that time spent around low lighting, soft music, and heavy rubbing, it can be tough not to think of sex, but until recently, the female version of these erotic massages has remained doggedly taboo. Luckily, societal rules restricting female sexuality are dying as fast as “Sex and the City” slayed them, and it was only a matter of time before women embraced the notion that “quick releases” aren’t just for men.

RELATED: I Went Undercover To Explore The Secret Life Of Suburban Swingers. “It’s such a well-known thing for guys, and women are finally getting more comfortable asking for it,” said Anna*, a self-described massage healer who has worked at several upscale spas and performed happy endings on female customers.

The bottom line: Women like massages and woman like orgasms, so why shouldn’t the two sometimes (literally) come hand in hand.

“With men, there’s no subtle approach when it comes to a happy ending,” said Tyler, a 6’4″ hunk of tattooed muscle who has worked as a masseur at several New York City spas. “Some will ask outright, plus they have this appendage that’s obvious and gives you a clear idea of where they want to go.

There’s really no way to know if they want sexual contact, even if there’s moaning and heavy breathing.”. For many women, the idea of point-blank asking a hot masseur to “finish me off” sounds about as appealing as a full-body exfoliation with Brillo pads.

If you’re into the idea, how do you avoid embarrassment and still come out fully satisfied.

“It’s all about giving the right signals,” she says. She first discovered erotic massage during an in-room rubdown at an upscale Miami hotel.

He started slowly touching my thigh, then going higher, and it turned into a game of how far each of us would take it. One thing led to another and he ended up finishing me off, which was great.”.

An East Village fixture famous for its massive steam rooms and women-only days, it once drew celebrities from John Belushi to Frank Sinatra, and now attracts a cross-section of New Yorkers from Russian sexagenarians to downtown fashionistas. “At first you’re on your stomach, so they’re just massaging your back,” said Trish, a 29-year-old marketing manager who frequents the Baths.

[My masseur] started massaging my breasts. My nipples got erect, so that must have sent him a signal.

He never actually touched my clitoris or vagina. it was just all around the area.

afterward, people kept stopping me on the street to say, ‘Oh my God, you’re glowing.'”. Chemistry with your masseur is a key factor, and one that can’t always be controlled.

“I was going through a divorce and feeling like hell,” said Alexa, a 30-year-old attorney. “So I went to a high-end spa for a massage, and the only person available was a guy.

I’d never had a man massage me before. He ended up being so hot.

“Then I went back two weeks later. I was on my stomach while he massaged my back, and when I turned around, topless, we started making out.

But when I went back a third time, we ended up having sex in the massage room. After that, we started dating.”.

Also upping the ante is the gray area surrounding sexual assault, generally defined as nonconsensual touching of the genital area. So how hard is it to find that perfect massage combination of chemistry, timing, setting, and mood.

RELATED: I Went Undercover On A Dating Site For Trump Fans. Stop number one was Cornelia Day Resort, then located on Fifth Avenue (the spa was closed amid controversy in 2009 and reopened in 2012 in a new location under new management), known for its Chanel-clad clientele and handsome male staff.

But after 60-minutes of awkwardness peppered with a few moans that provoked no response besides, “Is the pressure OK. ” I decided to call in reinforcements.

Her first stop was Great Jones Spa, a relaxation Mecca for the downtown set. “It was definitely a ‘my husband is a venture capitalist, I eat vegan and live in a loft’ kind of crowd,” said Joanna, who made sure to request “the best man you have” for her Swedish massage.

As he massaged her thighs, she flirted with comments like, “That feels so good” and “Feel free to keep going.”. At first, her advances brought no response, but after a while, he treated her to a polite, non-judgmental lecture about how “going there” was against the rules, and he loved his job too much to put it at risk.

“But after it was over, he rushed out to the waiting room to introduce me to his girlfriend — apparently she was nearby — and asked if I wanted to hang out with the two of them sometime. So I felt better, though I said no.”.

“I felt like I could throw a fit over the temperature of my Pellegrino, and it wouldn’t be out of the ordinary,” Joanna observed. This time, her method consisted of suggestive moaning and pulling the strategically placed towel away during the “inner thigh” portion of her deep tissue rubdown.

“I couldn’t figure out what he meant,” she said. “Then I saw the Vitality Pool.” Located in the ladies-only “Heat Experience Room,” it consists of a tub filled with room-temperature water, a bench made of metal bars, and intense water jets that shoot up straight from the floor.

“There’s no point of having an open bench in a hot tub where jets shoot up between your legs other than to have an orgasm. It took me all of two minutes of sitting there to climax, then the woman who went in after me looked like she took 30 seconds.”.

Then, Joanna got a tip in the Mandarin’s plush relaxation room. “I started chatting with this woman in her mid-30s, who looked like she went to spas all the time,” she said.

You should ask for Tron. he’s fantastic.’ Her voice didn’t sound like she was describing a massage.”.

“The second I saw Tron, we had instant chemistry,” she said. “He was definitely hot.

When we got inside, I talked about how I hated having underwear and towels constricting me during massages, and he said, ‘I’m comfortable with you having them off.’ About 15 minutes into the massage, I let my hand graze his thigh and I could see his erection. Finally, he turned me over, and it was on.”.

Joanna recalls the make-out session as being totally comfortable. But after the first few minutes, she broke away, saying, “I’m sorry, this is so inappropriate.”.

I told them no — but for you, I won’t tell if you won’t.” When she coyly asked if she was the first woman who’d expressed interest in more than a massage, he sidestepped with, “Well, you know how it is.”. The impromptu liaison went on for the rest.

Traditional Thai massage is something that I will confess I knew little about before visiting Thailand. Of course, I had heard about the body to body massages that the country is known for, as well as the seedy association with ‘happy endings’.

Whilst I figured these rumours couldn’t be true on a large scale, I was still keen to find out more about Thai Massage and whether these raunchy body to body massages were as common as the western media had led me to believe.

Thai Massage is an ancient practice used to relieve the stress in the body’s muscles through pressure techniques and stretching. Perhaps the most unusual thing about massage in Thailand is that the masseuse uses different parts of their body to perform the massage.

During a massage in Thailand, it is likely that you will be pulled around and stretched out. It is certainly not a gentle type of massage and you will need to bear in mind that it will be very different from anything you’re likely to have experienced before.

Although this sounds uncomfortable, Thai Massage parlours can offer some of the most relaxing massages that you can find. If you feel like your masseuse is too rough then simply tell them.

This style of massage is said to be traced back to Indian origins and was first seen around 2,500 years ago. The founder of authentic Thai Massage is said to have been a doctor from Northern India who later went on to become the physician for Buddha himself.

Read more about Thai massage history here. Massage therapy can demonstrate a surprising number of benefits according to Reader’s Digest Best Health, including the reduction of muscle pain, improvement in sleep quality and lowering of stress levels.

While there is definitely more research needed to conclusively said just how effective massage is in terms of its health benefits, anyone who has had one will know that they feel amazing.

If you believe what you read in the media, you will think that happy endings are everywhere in Thailand and almost impossible to avoid if you are looking for a massage. As a result of this, I was pretty uptight when I agreed to my first Thai massage but after making it through with no uncomfortable privacy infringements, I was sure that the happy ending thing was a myth.

Since that first experience, I have had my eyes opened. When Tim and I were in Chiang Mai, we got to hear about a highly rated massage place just down the road from where we were staying.

Unfortunately for us, the place we wanted to visit was so full that we ended up in the seedy looking parlour next door. As soon as we entered, it became quickly apparent that this business was only able to survive because of the overflow from the more renowned parlour.

At this point, it would be fair to say that although I wasn’t expecting an exceptional massage, I was certainly not expecting an interruption in the form of panting and groaning. After lots of breathless activity from behind the curtain next to us and a squeal of ‘Mr.

’ I saw two silhouettes stir and the sound of a jeans zipper being pulled.

If you are looking to avoid the above scenario, it is important that you put a fair amount of consideration into choosing a Thai Massage parlour. As a result of my less than desirable experience, this is what I have learnt about rooting out the good from the bad (and the downright ugly).

If at all possible, search the massage parlour’s name on TripAdvisor and have a quick scout of the comments. Obviously, if it only rates at 2 stars it is probably fair to assume it is best to avoid this place.

Reviews can also be indicative of the massage style at the parlour, for example, whether the masseuses specialise in a firm traditional massage or a softer Thai oil massage. Looking up what services are offered in advance will help you decide what to opt for when you get through the doors.

Photo by Tara Angkor Hotel under CC BY 2.0 Flickr.com. It probably sounds obvious but if the massage parlour is situated down some dingy alleyway with a shabby shopfront, that isn’t a promising start.

It is worth keeping an eye out for TripAdvisor certificates on the walls, as industry competition is fierce and these type of accolades are used to draw in customers. Some parlours go even further to set themselves apart from less reputable businesses and will simply display notices reading ‘no sex’ in their windows.

During my time in Thailand, I would guess that I must’ve tried between ten and fifteen different massage parlours. If I have learnt anything from sampling massages all over the country, it is that you cannot predict the level of undress that will be required of you.

Some masseuses ask you to strip to your underwear whereas others will insist you remove all of your clothes in exchange for some paper pants. I always wait to be instructed before I start stripping off.

Most massage parlours will have boards or signs outside, displaying the prices for different types and duration of massages. Be suspicious of businesses which don’t openly display prices and always make sure you agree on the money before the massage starts.Massage parlours vary in price and quality.

Massage scams are also common in some areas of Thailand so always go directly to the massage parlour and don’t give money to anyone on the street. Most of the massages I have had have been pure bliss.

Unfortunately, there was one such massage with such a strong language barrier that my masseuse couldn’t comprehend the words, ‘not so hard’.

Far from being a pleasurable experience, the woman was quite literally a human meat tenderiser hammering out her next meal: me.

What I should’ve done was called off the whole thing but being the awkward Brit I am, I sniffed back my tears and instead left without tipping. That sure showed them.

Different countries have different norms when it comes to massage but don’t do what I did and stay quiet if you feel uncomfortable. You might not be after a happy ending, but you still want to leave with a smile on your face.

Masseuses can be pretty blasé when it comes to nudity and aren’t shy when it comes to kneading out those knots. I have had masseuses spread my butt cheeks, stand on me and even tweak my bare nipples as they caressed my naked breasts.

Massage prices can vary hugely all over Thailand. This is partly because even though everyone offers generally the same services (sex services will only be performed in certain parlours), they range hugely in location, standard, cleanliness and overall spa experience.

Massages can start for as little as 180 baht ($5USD) although these tend to be a no-frills option. It is possible that there will be a communal massage area and the place might be lacking in luxuries.

Although tipping is not compulsory, the masseuses do a very hard and physically demanding job for generally very little money. If you are happy with your experience, I would wholeheartedly suggest you tip if you can afford to.

As you would expect, it is easy to find Thai Massage parlours all over Thailand. However, as you can see from this post, they don’t all offer the same in terms of quality.

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This small parlour is great for travellers looking for a high-quality massage. It is possible.