A week at the beach (reader submission)
After years I went back to the coast, encouraged by an old friend whom I might see for the last time. Pattaya and Jomtien still have their charm, but the unprecedented building frenzy and the polluted seawater surprise me. Between culinary surprises, sunscreenless tourists and nostalgic stories, this became a week full of surprises and a touch of melancholy.
As usual, we know the width of the beach in Jomtien as photographed here by me on June 8, 2022, at Soi Wat Bun Kanchana. That's how narrow and romantic and practical it was until now.
Jomtien Beach for unprecedented beach fun!
If the beach of Pattaya disappoints you, there is a great alternative: Jomtien Beach. A wide sandy beach over a length of 6 kilometers. And the good news is that you don't have to travel far for it.
Reader Question: Girlfriendly condos Jomtien Beach
I am planning to go to Jomtien Beach in 2022 this time. And as a first time, want to book a condo for a week and explore Jomtien beach. Also see if I will like this. If yes, I will stay longer if not, I will go back to Pattaya.
Pattaya's event schedule, from March to September, features multiple music festivals, a full-on Songkran celebration and a host of sporting activities. Grab your agenda!
Pattaya gets 160 million baht facelift to boost tourism
The municipality of Pattaya will spend 160 million baht to make the beaches of Pattaya and Jomtien more attractive to (domestic) tourists.
Perhaps (?) a nice picture of the sunset of Friday 6/3/20. This photo also shows the discharge of black water via the sewer pipe into the sea off Soi Chaiyapruck in Jomtien.
Reader question: Wanted a cozy apartment in Jomtien Beach
Can someone help us with a cozy apartment in Jomtien Beach? We are looking for an apartment with kitchen and separate bedroom not too far from the beach road Jomtien for a reasonable price for the months of December 2020, January and February 2021.
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.
Pattaya wants fewer beach chairs and umbrellas on the beach
The city of Pattaya strives to reduce the number of beach chairs and umbrellas on the beach. For example, the number of zones where beach chairs are allowed will be reduced.
Dutch champion beach football at the Jomtien Beach tournament
From February 11, a fierce battle raged for the final beach football at the Jomtienbeach. Thanks to Colin de Jong for this report which I would like to forward to the readers of Thailandblog.
The twelfth Beach Football Cup at Jomtien Beach (continued)
In the February 11 posting, the 12th Beach Football Cup was announced. One of the blog readers wanted to know the status of the results. We are proud to report that the Dutch have won all matches so far.
Twelfth Beach Football Cup at Jomtien Beach
This year, for the twelfth time, the famous Beach Football will start opposite the Night Jomtien Market. An event that is attracting more and more attention, with international teams from Norway, Russia, the Netherlands, Ireland and even Cameroon, among others.
Boardwalk of Jomtien beach
The beginning of the promenade at Jomtien beach looks particularly good and has the allure that befits a seaside resort. Trees from the Nong Nooch Tropical Garden give a beautiful decoration to the whole.
Ladyboys assault German tourist in Jomtien
A German tourist was assaulted and robbed by two ladyboys on Friday evening on Jomtien Beach, near Pattaya. One of them hit his head with a rock when he refused to use their sexual services.
'Took in the boat at Jomtien beach'
The boulevard at Jomtien Beach is undergoing a metamorphosis. An eye-catcher is the 'boat' at the beginning of the beach
Beach masseuses on Jomtien beach
For the number lovers, there are 429 masseuses at work on the Jomtien beach. However, the city council wants to reduce this number and set clear rules for those who are still allowed to carry out this work. A number of complaints were received about various masseuses, allegedly about theft from customers and prices that were too high.
Jomtien Beach is being taken care of
Contrary to expectations, they have started to refurbish the Jomtien Beach. Right in the corner at the police station at the beginning of Jomtien Beach, everything has been overhauled and extends to Soi 6.
Regulations in Thailand: No umbrellas or sunbeds on Wednesdays in Pattaya and Jomtien
Visitors to Pattaya/Jomtien will undoubtedly have noticed that there are hardly any parasols or sunbeds on the beach on Wednesdays. That is the new regulation to let people enjoy the sea view more, at least that is what politicians want us to believe.
Can someone tell me what the situation is with the beach chairs and umbrellas soap on the beach in Jomtien? Only heard that the beaches on Phuket have been swept clean and that the local administrators of Jomtien/Pattaya want to solve this problem themselves. Don't see myself lying on a towel in the sun on the beach.
I would like to rent bicycles in Jomtien beach. Does anyone know where I can rent one?
Western homeless people in Pattaya (video)
Thailand has more and more to do with homeless western foreigners. In this video you can see a short impression of Kotto, a homeless American living in Pattaya.