DrownedBoy

That's why I have a regular who works 24/7 and arrives within an hour. If somebody is late, they're easily replaced. A lesson in economics 😁
EDIT I actually have 2 or 3 regulars who are available and quick enough to take someone's shift. They get the money that the lazy escorts throw away.

That's why I have a regular who works 24/7 and arrives within an hour. If somebody is late, they're easily replaced. A lesson in economics 😁
EDIT I actually have 2 or 3 regulars who are available and quick enough to take someone's shift. They get the money that the lazy escorts throw away.

and you tend to fire them if they're late, something that unfortunately happens way too often. 

Fair enough. I know many here feel the same way. I don’t knock anyone for hiring many guys, having a stable rotation, or even a continuous string of one-and-done experiences. To each their own. There is no correct way to hire.
You might fit someone’s definition of a regular, or you might not, depending on how often you hire and/or what kinds of experiences you prefer to have. Sometimes you don’t want to get that close to, or too comfortable with, one person. Hiring is a way to meet your needs on your own terms.
When you can text a provider and they know exactly who you are and what you need, and the only thing you have to confirm is the time…I personally would consider that a regular. 

This is why I always talk to providers about kissing before I hire.
A RM said he was into kissing, but when I told him I was into that, he replied thus. Needless to say, no hire.
 
Well my rates start at 300/hr….. and kissing donations are per kiss at 50/per or flat rate of 200/hr

After reading @Simon Suraci I should add that I purposefully avoid seeing any one escort too often, since I like variety. Then again, I don't exactly hire for a BFE.

It's nice to see hard working people in government. 
Lawyers on the other hand....

"Think cold....ice...snow....Eleanor Roosevelt..."
- John Larroquette, as Dan Fielding, Night Court

After reading @Simon Suraci I should add that I purposefully avoid seeing any one escort too often, since I like variety. Then again, I don't exactly hire for a BFE.

Oh ok, I thought it was the other way around - impossible to avoid them, lol. 
1) There is Internet nowadays, it's just a little harder to access than in other countries. I borrowed a national simcard from a Cuban friend (because it's complicated for a foreigner to get one). You can also go to the WiFi hotspots, there's usually one even in smaller cities, it's often a public square. So Grindr worked fine, although less busy, as everyone is kind of struggling with access. You want to switch to WhatsApp asap because it saves data. On Gayromeo, the German gaysite/app, you will find adds from Cuban escorts (but those adds are blocked in the app, you need to visit the site). 
2) There are several gayclubs in Havanna, most of them with drag shows and the oldest and most well known one is run by the state. Its called Las Vegas, every attractive guy in there will ask for money for sex, and every taxi driver will know the place and what it 's about. One driver said "why do you want to go there? I have a big dick, I can show you a good time", quoting that to give an impression of just how everyday gay for pay is in Cuba. You can basically ask your driver (if you speak Spanish, of course). If he doesn't want to fuck you, maybe he has a friend who will, or knows where to take you. 
3) There's an incredible gay beach about 45 minutes by bus from central Havanna, you just Google it, the info is everywhere. About 75 percent of the clientele is hookers and their clients. Many older, more well to do, Cubans have young "boyfriends" that they pay. So it's a very established practice. Rent boys will cruise clients there, either by smiling and chatting them up openly, or by waiting discreetly in the bushes on either side of the actual gay beach. They will agree to sex in the open for something like 10 USD, but you will have to be an exhibitionist, because there are others passing by. 
4) The main problem in Cuba is not finding a hot guy for sex. The problem is that most of them will not tell you that they are only after money until after you've had sex, or at least arrived at your house. They will then pretend that that was the agreement all the time and they may even threaten with the police. There's a risk you will find yourself in an extortion like or at least very "drama" situation, so it's not for the faint hearted. Anyways, for a person staying in one of the international hotels, not sure if any of this is possible. I don't think they allow visitors. Cubans will very rarely have a place to meet, most people share houses, so if your hotel does not allow visitors... 
I had some really weird and uncomfortable experiences with guys, so I kind of gave it up and focused on my Cuban friends and sightseeing. For example a straight young military guy who came home with me from the gay beach, refused to leave unless I gave him at least a t-shirt and money for his bus ride. We never had sex, and I never asked him for any services. A closeted gay medical doctor and owner of a luxury airbnb first used his key to enter and try to have sex with me (he was very sexy, but it was uncomfortable) and then tried to squeeze money from me as well, for no apparent reason. All the guys I had sex with (maybe 3 in total) tried to squeeze money out of me, but that was never agreed and they were not like obviously out of my league. So very unpleasant environment for someone who doesn't intend to pay for sex. And I'm comparing with places like West Africa, Turkey and Brazil, you know, not with Europe. 
But to be honest, I'm older now and ready to pay, and I can't stop thinking about the Cuban guys, some of them were incredibly sexy. And it seemed to me that you could have a gorgeous guys company for less than a 100 usd per DAY (as in 24 hours). So very cheap. Some guys seemed to be happy if you just paid their drinks and meals and gave them some pocket money. I know this from talking to guys in the clubs. 
PS Obviously none of the above would be possible if you do not speak Spanish reasonably well, are not confident enough to venture into bushes, backstreets, seedy clubs and totally unsafe rides (cars with no seat belts and who knows if the breaks are even working, shared taxis, etc). If they identify you as the typical American tourist, they will think you are both stupid and a billionaire, so there will be no end to the scams they will try to pull. I'm saying that because that's who they thought I was, and you really had to give them attitude to get rid of them. It was verging on unbearable a great part of the time, so in the end I just gave up and stayed in. I recommend the beach, but not the clubs. The guys are super hot, though. 

I’ve seen the default location appear on the map as “police station.” That’s one that made me think about whether contacting the provider was a good idea.

Las Vegas is not in a blue state.  To answer your question, I've hired my share of male escorts in Las Vegas, but usually hire masseurs.  When we get a blue majority in the legislature or city council they begin closing the massage parlors and proposing laws to further restrict sex workers, but thankfully we have enough former and current sex workers in the legislature to keep some of the legal brothers open.  (This post is not to argue politics, but to answer the question of legal hiring experience in Las Vegas).

Let me also say…a lot of Providers, especially the younger guys, seem to forget that they’re in a service profession, that they’re the “servant,” and Clients don’t exist to be their sexual slush funds.
Mutual respect and healthy understanding of boundaries is paramount! 

Met up with him earlier tonight. One of the best experiences I have had using RM. He’s funny, charming, and in my opinion is better looking in person. He’s also not a time Nazi which is refreshing. Overall a great choice and I highly recommend. I will be seeing him again for sure. 

Not to bring up a topic that never seems to go well on here, but just because a provider doesn’t list PNP on their profile doesn’t mean they’re not doing it in their private life. I’ve twice experienced providers having reactions which I’m pretty sure we’re based on one of the liquid varieties enjoyed before I arrived and I had to deal with them being the only person around.
Many states have some kind of  Good Samaritan laws; in theory you won’t get in legal trouble or face questions as to how you got in the situation you find yourself if you call an ambulance for someone in distress (suspected overdose, heart attack, stroke etc)
 

This has happened to me several times.  On several hiring occasions I began to sing showtunes, which happens when I am happy and have been drinking.
None of the providers who experienced this with me raised any issues regarding increased risks on subsequent visits.

"Think cold....ice...snow....Eleanor Roosevelt..."
- John Larroquette, as Dan Fielding, Night Court

I heard of an client who told the escort, that if he had a heart attack or something, he should just leave.
The escort had no plans to run off, and planned to call 911 and perform first aid as needed.
Some people's idea of privacy or propriety goes way overboard.

"Think cold....ice...snow....Eleanor Roosevelt..."
- John Larroquette, as Dan Fielding, Night Court

"Think cold....ice...snow....Eleanor Roosevelt..."
- John Larroquette, as Dan Fielding, Night Court

He could save my life anytime 

He acknowledged the gift, but that is all that is gonna happen.

I already gifted him a membership for a month...got 2 hellos out of that. Might be a sign. Was hoping someone else had made contact with him....

The usual objective is for the provider to get you off.  If him getting off is essential, then you need to negotiate that ahead of time, although I doubt that anyone can guarantee that outcome.

How do you slow down in the privacy of your own home? Some things like thinking of Mamie Eisenhower will kill the mood with a provider, but start with what works for you. Having a person there to help you do whatever is part of the service that a good provider can accomplish.