Terminal 21 in Pattaya North
This week I was in Pattaya North and decided to have my lunch in Terminal 21. On the third floor you can choose from a number of restaurants. I will not report on what was served and such as this is of no interest to many readers.
Angry temple visitors at Wat Boonsamphan in Pattaya
The "disorder" has broken out among the Nongprue residents. They no longer accept that they are no longer allowed to park at the Wat Boon Samphan as local residents and visitors. The temple employees treat people in an aggressive way. They have discovered a new source of income by making the Chinese tour buses pay parking fees and allowing visitors to buy drinks from them.
Jomtien, parking ban is causing trouble
In a number of places, clear parking prohibition zones appear, the well-known red and white stripes painted on the sidewalks. Most motorists and motorbike riders adhere to this. If these have not been installed, it is still necessary to check whether a parking prohibition sign has been hung.
Heavy rain in Pattaya 2019 (video)
Many images of flooding in Thailand have recently appeared in the media, Facebook and YouTube. It also rained heavily in Pattaya. A video made by World Travel appeared on YouTube about this.
Dongtan Beach will have a special drainage system
The Dongtan Beach has been available to beachgoers again for six months. The tree stock has been expanded by the Nong Nooch team. At the beginning of Dongtan Beach, an easily accessible parking lot has been built next to the police station and near the Sandbar restaurant. From the parking lot, the road is closed to all traffic from 10 am. So you can enjoy a nice walk.
Grand approach to Pattaya city
In one of the previous postings, the changes or improvements of the city of Pattaya have already been mentioned. A cozy Jomtien Nightmarket flourished along the Jomtien Beach in the past. Unfortunately, the left part where people could relax and enjoy the sea and the evening events is now over. During the day a large partition has clearly been placed. The intent is unclear without further announcements.
Nuisance due to roadworks in Pattaya
Many residents are irritated at the many road works that are currently taking place in Pattaya.
The history of the city of Pattaya
This week I was enjoying a cappuccino in a coffee shop when I was suddenly surprised by an old photo of Pattaya or as it was then called: Tappaya. In fact, Pattaya did not exist 60 years ago. There were only a few small fishing villages along the coast between Sri Racha and Sattahip and a few fishing families lived in the “Pattaya” bay.
On Facebook you could read an article by a TAT employee about how they want to make Pattaya more attractive to tourists through extra activities. One problem is that due to the decline of tourists in the city, less income is coming in, which will make it financially difficult to initiate extra activities.
Changes in and around Pattaya
Visiting Pattaya with a wheelchair (video)
Here on Thailand blog, the question is regularly asked whether Pattaya is also accessible for the disabled, such as people in a wheelchair or a mobility scooter. This video shows that this is certainly possible.
Beautiful girls on the beach of Pattaya
Recently we had the Pattaya Beach Race 2019 here on the beach and Beach Road. There was a lot of interest in participating, because an attempt was made to get into the Guinness Book of Records. I don't know if I succeeded, I didn't go to watch let alone participate, although men were also welcome.
No water in Pattaya on Wednesday, June 12, 2019
The water company of Pattaya, PWA Pattaya, has announced that due to works on the pipeline system, the regular supply of water will be interrupted from 8 am to midnight.
It was remarkable that two traditional English pubs in Pattaya have ceased to exist. Apparently they have not been able to compete against the many new so-called Sports Bars.
The letters Pattaya at Phratamnak Hill
It is always worth visiting the Phratamnak Hill. The fairly steep hill can be visited in various ways. Now that the Bali Haipier has been cleared of the boat company, you can easily drive towards the lighthouse by car or motorcycle and continue to climb steeply.
Soi 6 in Pattaya (video)
When we talk about the exuberant nightlife in Pattaya, the conversation quickly turns to the famous – or if you prefer – the infamous Walking Street. That strip has built up a name as the center of the city, where a lot of beer and many willing ladies predominate.
A new pedestrian bridge has recently been opened on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya. The special thing about this pedestrian bridge is that it is equipped with a lift, so that wheelchair users can also safely cross the busy and sometimes dangerous Sukhumvit Rd.
10 best tips for Pattaya
Pattaya is best known for its vibrant nightlife and colorful beach culture. But there's more. The sights you will find there appeal to people with different interests and preferences.
Thepprasit Road in Pattaya
Thepprasit Road in Pattaya connects Sukhumvit Road to Thapparaya Road. A street that has a lot to offer in all kinds of areas.
10 trips in and around Pattaya
If you stay in Pattaya or Chonburi province, you won't have to be bored for a day. There is probably no city in Thailand where tourists have so much choice for a day trip, excursion or sightseeing. Most of these trips are also fun for children.
Pattaya seen through Russian eyes (video)
On YouTube you can see a nice video from 2013, made by a Russian holidaymaker. Also interesting to see the differences between then and now.
Pattaya, a city with many possibilities
Expats living in Pattaya, as well as tourists visiting this place and its surroundings, get a rich offer of opportunities that many other cities lack. The city has many hotels and restaurants with sufficient options from various countries and also vegetarian and halal restaurants.