Toei Ngam Beach, a beautiful beach near Pattaya
If you are tired of the busy beach life of Pattaya, you do not have to travel very far for a beautiful beach where you can enjoy an oasis of peace. The paradisiacal Toei Ngam Beach is located in the Sattahip district, half an hour's drive from Jomtien.
Nang Ram beach at Sattahip is surprisingly nice
Amphoe Sattahip is a district in Chonburi province near Pattaya and it is also the name of the city. Sattahip district is just 120 kilometers away from Bangkok. Many expats know the location of the large naval base, less known are the many islands and beautiful beaches.
Looking at houses from readers (27)
We built our house about 14 years ago. The rate of the Baht was then about 50 to a Euro. We built it in 2 phases. First the house and more than a year later the swimming pool and the kitchen.
To everyone with the heart in the right place (reader's submission)
For 13 years, a loving couple has cared for their disabled nephew, who now attends a special school in Sattahip. Despite the school's dedication to around 100 children, it receives little government support. From food donations to financial contributions, any form of help can make a difference in the lives of these children.
Ban Amphur Beach at Sattahip: A lovely beach!
Those looking for a beautiful beach near Pattaya / Jomtien should definitely take a look at Ban Amphur Beach in Sattahip. The beach is not too busy, clean and slopes gently into the sea. Therefore also suitable for children.
Day trip to Koh Samae San
If you are staying in the Pattaya, Sattahip and Rayong area, a visit to Koh Samae San Island is worth it. Koh Samae San is located 1,4 km from the coast of Ban Samae San in the district, which can be reached by boat from the mainland in Ban Samae San.
This is a hospital of the Navy and I had only heard good stories about it, but it could be very busy.
Ferry between Pattaya (Sattahip) and Koh Samui is back in service
After a four-month break, the Seahorse Ferry Company is ready to sail again. From Thursday, February 16, the company will resume its weekly service between Sattahip and Koh Samui. After a temporary stop for repairs and maintenance, the ferry is operational again and ready to welcome passengers back on board.
13 dead, 40 injured in bar fire in Sattahip
Last night things went horribly wrong with a raging fire in a bar in Sattahip. Many young people became victims when the fire spread rapidly and they had nowhere to go.
Sea turtles in Sattahip
Perhaps forty years ago I took a boat to an island where sea turtles were bred. I was never able to trace this island later, if only because I forgot whether the boat departed from Pattaya, Phuket or anywhere else.
Coffee War 331 in Sattahip
To escape the many staying at home during this corona period, it is quite nice to go out by car every now and then for some entertainment. Around Pattaya, for example, there are many places to visit, such as lying on the beach, visiting a temple, tasting wine in Silverlake or viewing the gardens of Nong Nooch.
Call: Please contact Jan Bang Sarey
I would like to place a call for this. I would very much like to get in touch with Jan Bang Sarey, the man of 78 years young with a sailing boat in which he regularly makes trips. I would like to go sailing with him or take a day trip on the motorcycle.
What is this vessel for?
Recently a tugboat with trailer passed by by sea. My question to the experts is what is this boat with a high superstructure used for. Are drillings carried out?
Legend Siam park near Pattaya will temporarily close
Legend Siam will temporarily close from March 3 because the visit has plummeted. As a result of the closure, 200 employees are unemployed. The management has promised to hire them back in the same jobs with the same salary when the park reopens
Beach visit in Thailand on Wednesday
Thailand is known for beautiful beaches in a number of locations. It is hoped that this remains the case. It is also understandable that when there is a lot of interest in a certain area, the local population tries to get their share. It will be different if large capital holders get involved. These will try to build resorts or hotels and thereby affect the local infrastructure.
Reader Submission: Nong Nooch has changed a lot
On November 19, I went to Nong Nooch to show my guest from the Netherlands the beautiful botanical garden. Via elevated walkways (very nice, you can see the gardens from above) we first walked over and through palms and other trees towards a hill where fake dinosaurs are roaring!
Wat Yansangwararam at Sattahip
If you ever feel the need to visit something beautiful, you could think of Wat Yansangwararam about 20 kilometers south of Pattaya (near the Nong Nooch Tropical Garden).
Monkey Island near Pattaya
A friend here gave an old fishing boat to a Thai boy and this fisherman tells about an island called Koh Ling, Monkey Island. I had never heard of it and it is not on any map, not even under its official name Koh Paed. I decide, unseen, that this island is the most beautiful place in Pattaya.
The boom from Pattaya to Sattahip
On the Internet I look for a timetable Pattaya-Sattahip, but this does not work. So I decide to take a chance. I ask a Thai friend to come with me so that we can go to the station by car.
The operator of the current Pattaya – Hua Hin ferry service will operate two new ferry services in May: Sattahip – Koh Chang and Sattahip – Hua Hin.
I am leaving for Thailand in two weeks. Pattaya first. I would like to see Sattahip naval base. Does anyone know more about this and can I actually go and see it and what hours and days?
The Thai aircraft carrier HTMS Chakri Naruebet
Gringo, a former navy man, writes about Thailand's only aircraft carrier, which was commissioned by the Royal Thai Navy in 1997. Now it serves as a tourist attraction and goes offshore one day a month for exercise.