Vacation in Pattaya
It's starting to look a lot like high season! Good weather in Pattaya and winter storms in Europe have brought about a busy period in Pattaya.
Homeless in Pattaya
Health workers in Pattaya came to help a homeless man suffering from tuberculosis. Pimpa Ruangrattanakarn, Assistant Director of Banglamung Health Department and a team from Banglamung Hospital found the weakened man named Somsak who was lying in front of Tum Com building.
An overzealous, but irresponsible service
One of the famous "hotspots" of Pattaya is the beautiful elevated viewpoint on Pratumnak Hill, the Pattaya Hill Top with the famous statue of Admiral Prince Chumpon. A few relics of the prince are still preserved at the foot of this statue.
Complaints about poor condition of seafront promenade in Pattaya
Vacationers, residents and beach chair rental companies complain about the poor condition of the seafront in some areas of Beachroad in Pattaya.
The Bali Hai pier a new dream
If we join the rumor stream even with the designs of architects about the so-called “Balihai Markets”, then this would be a new tourist attraction.
In memory of Martin Brands
Although Martin Brands had been seriously ill for some time, his death was still unexpected. Martin has always been very helpful in Thailand. Known is his contribution to the large charities projects of the various Rotary clubs in NO Thailand, where the poorest were helped with a number of CEOs.
A large pile of rubbish on the beach of Jomtien
Last Monday it was literally a complete mess on the Jomtien beach at Soi 10.
Art Street in Pattaya has moved
When I walk along Beach Road in Pattaya during my regular walk, I often take the adjacent passage to Second Road near Mike's Shopping Mall.
Landmarks of old Pattaya
Pictures of old Pattaya are still hanging in some bars and restaurants. Since that time a lot has changed. Most of the old buildings have disappeared, others are hidden behind large billboards.
Water purification in Walking Street
It is actually too sad for words that only now, after all these years, the sewage drainage of the Walking Street is discussed. We cannot offer the seaside resort of Pattaya to tourists in a cleaner way. The nightlife takes place in Walking Street and then it goes unnoticed, the entrepreneurs apparently thought.
The rules for beach chair rental companies under scrutiny again
Insofar as beach chair and umbrella rental companies didn't “get it” the first time around, the military regime has once again made it clear that the monopoly of corrupt local politicians and “influential” people is over. These have controlled the great beaches of Pattaya for decades
Closure of Bali Hai port: first problems become visible
Now that the first grand plans about the “Fleet Review 2017” have been launched for the period from 13 to 22 November 2017, people are starting to ask questions in a number of places. Due to the enormous security measures of the city council, the marine department and the police, a large area is closed for 10 days.
Activities in and around Pattaya in November
November will be an interesting month with several great activities. Plans and dates are generally known, but may be adjusted for organizational reasons.
Dolphin roundabout in Pattaya a topic of discussion
Once again the Dolphin Roundabout in Pattaya is in the center of attention, this roundabout has been talked about for more than 20 years. Recently because this image-determining point would disappear. It would be replaced by a normal intersection.
Residents of the Soi Siam Country Club are taking action
The Soi Country Club has been unusable for quite some time. The road was broken up and afterwards there were all kinds of reasons not to continue with the renovation of the road. According to residents, the road has been impassable for almost 3 years.
The tunnel at Sukhumvit in Pattaya is ready
It took a long time, but then you have something. The tunnel on the Sukhumvit near Pattaya is ready. On Friday afternoon, a number of police officers could already be seen, but it was unclear at that time what was going on. Later it turned out that the tunnel was opened.
The Dolphin Roundabout in Pattaya will disappear
Where Second Road in Pattaya ends in the north, it joins Pattaya Nua and Naklua Road to the Dolphin Roundabout. There, the three traffic flows must continue their way according to the traffic rules of a roundabout.
Tunnel on Sukhumvit Road is delayed again
“There is light at the end of the tunnel!” That's a well-known saying. Unfortunately, that does not apply to the tunnel on Sukhumvit Road. The original plan was to open the tunnel at the end of February 2017. The fact that a project is delayed is not exclusive to the tunnel because it happens more often, also in the Netherlands.
Slowly but surely, the strings in Pattaya are being pulled by a number of measures taken by the local government. Due to various reasons, the number of bars and go go clubs has been declining for some time. However, for an indefinite period no more permits will be issued to open a new club.
By order of the “National Council for Peace and Order” (NCPO), the beaches of Pattaya and Jomtien are being “modified!” What “Peace and Order” stands for is gradually becoming a big question, because it causes unrest and dissatisfaction among both the landlords and a number of tourists who come for a beach holiday.
Renovation of the Bali Hai harbour
Perhaps some have noticed that it is becoming much busier with (speed) boat owners at Pattaya Beach. Some form of civil disobedience after being driven from this coast?
Pattaya attractions past and present
Several people have posted about the city of Pattaya and its surroundings, what can be visited or done there. However, it appears that years ago this same subject could be found on the internet with additional photos. The interesting thing is that the development of the city can be followed with past and present.