Marc in Calif

I met a masseur in DC this week who had a Hebrew tattoo AND an Arabic tattoo - and he was Latino. Go figure  Is the guy a good masseur? That's what I care about

You apparently went to the wrong Park Güell, daddy! 
There's absolutely nothing "regular" about it.  However, it does get VERY crowded to the point of immobility in certain areas. It gets way too many tourists, and a visit can take a couple of hours.

You apparently went to the wrong Park Güell, daddy! 
There's absolutely nothing "regular" about it.  However, it does get VERY crowded to the point of immobility in certain areas. It gets way too many tourists, and a visit can take a couple of hours.

Architecture: La Sagrada Familia (it's a cathedral) if you like architecture. (TBH, if you've been to St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, any cathedral/church is not worth visiting after that because St. Peter's Basilica is the best one I've seen and it's free.)
Beaches: Sitges Beach (the gay nude beach part of it), Barcelona Beach. They're free.
Museum: Picasso Museum
 
Avoid: Park Guell — it's basically just a regular park, but they charge people to get in.
 

Philip gave a great thera-sensual massage. Super technique.  I total agree 

It’s a brilliant piece of theater. Hard to believe none of the actors are professional musicians. They are now. It’s also quite funny and the pauses in conversation are as riveting as the dialogue. I think this will be the standout when the Tony’s are handed out. Highly recommended. 

I saw it at Playwrights (and have yet to see it on Broadway) but, yes, it is an extraordinary piece of theatre. And I would agree that it's by far the frontrunner for the Best Play Tony and is also a real contender for Best Original Score 

I'm not even tempted by his siblings Jensen Ackles & Melissa Roxburgh.

I had a session with him recently and I can only describe it as very odd. I texted to set up an appointment in the city that his ad said he was visiting soon and he responded saying he wasn't sure if he was going to be there when he said he would. So then I asked if he was available in the city his ad said he was currently in (I live about halfway between both cities so it didn't matter that much to me which one) and he said no. I was so confused that I called just to make sure I wasn't misunderstanding because of a language barrier and he was even more confusing and almost rude on the phone. I asked "so you're neither here nor there?" and his answer was a long yawn followed by a deadpan "no."
A few days later he texted me to tell me he had just checked in at a hotel in the second city for a couple days. (I guess he was in the first city after all.) I was skeptical based on how the previous interactions had gone but decided to take a chance out of desire to try someone new.
When I arrived at his hotel he answered the door wearing only a towel which he removed as soon as the door closed behind me. I was surprised to discover a circumcised Eastern European. Dick was decently sized too. He looked much skinnier in person than in his photos. I found him to be painfully awkward to talk to.
The massage was just OK. I liked that he used really slippery oil (coconut maybe?). Other than both of us being nude, there wasn't really much about the experience that was erotic until the very very end. He avoided touching any erogenous zones while I was face down except for maybe an occasional light graze of my testicles. There was mutual touch but his penis never got hard even though he oiled it up for me to play with. He did some light spanking on my buttocks which I tried to respond to in a way that would encourage more but he wasn't receptive to it. I was really hoping for a taint or testicular massage or even better a finger rubbing on my prostate. No such luck. Most guys I would politely ask for things like that but he was so off-putting I didn't even try.
I guess the best part was probably when he flipped me over and glided his oiled muscular chest up and down my torso and over my erection. He only did that for about a minute before giving me a very half-assed handjob.
I don't regret the experience but I would never schedule another session nor would I recommend.

Using the word "hotlink" marks you as an authentic Old Timer. 
Wear that label with pride!  🥰

Any link?  Which spa?

Anyone get a massage from Leo at a therapeutic spa in Ballston (Arlington, Va)? He is hot and seems to push the limits without ever crossing the line. I feel like he might go further with the right encouragement, but not sure. Curious to hear if anyone else has any experience with him. Even if he doesn’t go further, would still recommend him for a great therapeutic massage.

I'm not the person you asked but... 
According to Wikipedia on prostitution in Spain: "Owning an establishment where prostitution takes place is in itself legal, but the owner cannot derive financial gain from the prostitute or hire a person to sell sex because prostitution is not considered a job and thus has no legal recognition."
Sauna Thermas does not derive financial gain from the working boys' income (the boys keep it all for themselves). They only pay the entree fee, like clients. 
Prostitution itself is, for now, fully legal in Spain. 

Can you please list those five? Thank you!

Massage is not erotic but you can play in the wet sauna. 

20 providers is a lot though, you'd be surprised. Then again, it's incredibly hard to gauge an actual number since on the busy nights, almost all the providers are in cabins with clients at any given time. 

On your free days, here are three "modernista"/Art Nouveau sites that are not generally on the tourist "must do" list. But they're just as visually and historically fascinating and important.
I highly recommend them because they don't have the mobs of tourists lined up outside for entry. So you get a much better experience with far fewer people jostling for views inside. And they're very easy to get to by walking or riding the metro a few stops. 
Recinte Modernista Sant Pau Barcelona -- Visit this complex of Art Nouveau buildings that used to be a major hospital in Barcelona. The interiors are full of exhibits that you tour yourself.            
Palau de la Música Catalana -- Take the one-hour guided tour of the interior of this famous concert hall. It was designed by the same architect as the hospital complex above.                             
Casa Vicens -- This was the first private home designed by Antoni Gaudí, with stunning rooms inside. It's peaceful and never mobbed like his most famous buildings in the center of town. The surrounding garden is great for photos, and there's also a cafe. Plus you get to visit the traditional Gràcia neighborhood.                  

I will tell him NO before even booking him! 😁

On your free days, here are three "modernista"/Art Nouveau sites that are not generally on the tourist "must do" list. But they're just as visually and historically fascinating and important.
I highly recommend them because they don't have the mobs of tourists lined up outside for entry. So you get a much better experience with far fewer people jostling for views inside. And they're very easy to get to by walking or riding the metro a few stops. 
Recinte Modernista Sant Pau Barcelona -- Visit this complex of Art Nouveau buildings that used to be a major hospital in Barcelona. The interiors are full of exhibits that you tour yourself.            
Palau de la Música Catalana -- Take the one-hour guided tour of the interior of this famous concert hall. It was designed by the same architect as the hospital complex above.                             
Casa Vicens -- This was the first private home designed by Antoni Gaudí, with stunning rooms inside. It's peaceful and never mobbed like his most famous buildings in the center of town. The surrounding garden is great for photos, and there's also a cafe. Plus you get to visit the traditional Gràcia neighborhood.                  

On your free days, here are three "modernista"/Art Nouveau sites that are not generally on the tourist "must do" list. But they're just as visually and historically fascinating and important.
I highly recommend them because they don't have the mobs of tourists lined up outside for entry. So you get a much better experience with far fewer people jostling for views inside. And they're very easy to get to by walking or riding the metro a few stops. 
Recinte Modernista Sant Pau Barcelona -- Visit this complex of Art Nouveau buildings that used to be a major hospital in Barcelona. The interiors are full of exhibits that you tour yourself.            
Palau de la Música Catalana -- Take the one-hour guided tour of the interior of this famous concert hall. It was designed by the same architect as the hospital complex above.                             
Casa Vicens -- This was the first private home designed by Antoni Gaudí, with stunning rooms inside. It's peaceful and never mobbed like his most famous buildings in the center of town. The surrounding garden is great for photos, and there's also a cafe. Plus you get to visit the traditional Gràcia neighborhood.                  

I've seen Benjamin several times.  Each better than the last.  Good, thorough Asian massage.   Good mix of sensual and therapeutic.   Nice guy...

On your free days, here are three "modernista"/Art Nouveau sites that are not generally on the tourist "must do" list. But they're just as visually and historically fascinating and important.
I highly recommend them because they don't have the mobs of tourists lined up outside for entry. So you get a much better experience with far fewer people jostling for views inside. And they're very easy to get to by walking or riding the metro a few stops. 
Recinte Modernista Sant Pau Barcelona -- Visit this complex of Art Nouveau buildings that used to be a major hospital in Barcelona. The interiors are full of exhibits that you tour yourself.            
Palau de la Música Catalana -- Take the one-hour guided tour of the interior of this famous concert hall. It was designed by the same architect as the hospital complex above.                             
Casa Vicens -- This was the first private home designed by Antoni Gaudí, with stunning rooms inside. It's peaceful and never mobbed like his most famous buildings in the center of town. The surrounding garden is great for photos, and there's also a cafe. Plus you get to visit the traditional Gràcia neighborhood.                  

It's a sauna so yes, correct, as a client you are also expected (required actually) to wear only a towel. (whether you wear underwear under it or not is up to you. Most don't). 
You pay the entree fee, get a key with a locker number and go change. Once you are changed you go down the stairs where the working boys will be waiting or wandering around, and on the bottom most level there's a pool and bar. Some providers will approach you, some won't. If you see someone you like just say "Hey" to them and they will most likely lead the conversation.
Clearly state what you want to happen (suck their dick, have them suck you, get fucked, fuck them, kiss or not,...) and confirm these are things he offers or not (all providers have different limits and things they offer). The standard is 50 euro for one session, no matter what the activity (usually, with some exceptions noted later on), excluding the provider's ejaculation (if you want them to ejaculate, tell them as it's extra money, usually 50 euro extra). There are "strict" tops who sometimes propose to let you fuck them for double the money (so 100 instead of 50 euro for 1 session. I suggest to not do this as they are often not good at bottoming and to search for a true versatile or bottom provider).
If kissing is important to you, ask them to demonstrate to you how they kiss during the conversation. It's forward, yes, but a good kisser will happily oblige and it can save you from disappointment as I've had providers give halfhearted pecks once the session started (when I didn't ask them to show me before). 
A session lasts around 20 to 30 minutes (but you as the client should keep track. Most providers will make the session shorter if you don't). The rule of thumb is that it's 50 euro per 30 minutes. So if you were to engage a provider for one hour, it's expected you pay him 100 euro. But always confirm price and duration before starting the session. Some will (jokingly) ask for a tip beforehand, which I always politely decline. 
Once you've agreed on everything, it's time to start the session. For this you have 2 options. There are free cabins on the first basement, they have a fixed bench with thin mattresses on them. Some clients find them uncomfortable, for me they work fine. I suggest using the cabins on the left of the stairs (when facing with your back to the stairs) as these have better lighting in them and there are larger cabins. Just ask the provider to get you a larger cabin and they will look for it. Most of the time the larger cabins are in use by providers who are on break (smoking and chatting). 
You can also pay for a room. This is always by the hour and they come at various prices, depending on the size. All rooms have a full bed in them with linen and towels so the more expensive ones are simply larger. The comfort remains the same. The price list for the rooms is visible at the entry. 
After you are done with the session some providers will take a shower with you, some won't. Then you both go the top floor (street level) where the lockers are. You then get the money from your locker. The provider will be waiting for you in the bathroom next to the entrance (you can't miss it, it will be very clear where it is) and you give them the money there. I don't know why that is the spot but it's been that spot for as long as I've gone there. 
The providers don't mind it if you have your phone with you (I use it for Google translate).
If you had a great time with a provider, I suggest you buy them a drink at the bar (if they're not otherwhise engaged with another client). I find it nice chatting to the guys and getting to know them.
I totally understand one might be nervous going for the first time, but I've found that most everyone there (from the staff to the providers) are friendly and want to help you relax because happy, relaxed clients spend more money 😉
Ideal times to go are any day between 4pm and 8pm. The busiest days (with the largest number of providers, but also the most clients) are Friday and Saturday, same time (4pm till 8pm). Outside these hours there will rarely be providers in the sauna. 
Hope this helped! 

It might be worth to just do BCN to get the experiences you’re looking for. The flight from NJ/NYC to Spain is only like two more hours than travel to PV. Also, there are often overnight flights to Europe so you could depart Tuesday night and arrive to have half of Wednesday still. 

I grew up in Massachusetts.
This regional school is in West Massachusetts.
Regional schools in Massachusetts don't do well.
I lived in Framingham, Massachusetts and drove to Boston College for four years, including the day John Kennedy was assassinated