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From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon Imminent strike action by passport staff in UK could affect the waiting time for new passports in Thailand or elsewhere. The current process here requires Brits, in person or by authorized proxy, to show documentation at Trendy House in Bangkok for onward dispatch to UK for processing and completion. However, the British embassy website has not changed its advice that passport renewals take around 11 weeks “but could be longer”. The UK employs 4,000 passport staff, although the industrial action for better pay involves only about a quarter of them. Suella Braverman, the home secretary, said she did not expect undue delays a…

From Pattaya News The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup is set to take place on Jomtien Beach from March 16th to 29th, with 16 teams from various countries vying for three World Cup slots. A planning meeting was recently held on March 6th to ensure the success of an upcoming beach soccer tournament in Pattaya. The event will feature 16 competing teams, including Thailand, with the top three finishers earning a spot in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai later this year. The participating countries in the tournament come from diverse backgrounds, including landlocked and beachless nations such as Afghanistan, Bahrain, China, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Kuwait, Kyrg…

From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon Visitors to the headquarters of Chonburi Immigration say immigration officers now assisting the queuing public in the carpark is a welcome development. “Before, there was a lot of confusion about where to queue and what to do. But the presence of immigration staff outside in the carpark has made a lot of difference,” said Mark Freesome who was renewing his annual extension of stay. The move is part of a package of user-friendly measures introduced by police colonel Parina Klinkesorn, the new head of Chonburi Immigration. They also include signposting of “outside” services which do not require joining the regular queue…

From Pattaya Mail Thai Indian Pattaya Business Association TIPBA together with The Indian Community Pattaya Association & Pattaya City will jointly celebrate Holi The Festival of Colours on March 11, 2023 at the Central Pattaya-Beach Road intersection from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates spring, love and new life. Some families hold religious ceremonies, but for many Holi is more a time for fun. It’s a colourful festival, with dancing, singing and throwing of coloured powder and water. The festival of Colours is celebrated not only by Indians but also by all nationalities in major cities around the world. The Indi…

From Pattaya News By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya City is getting ready to host its one of a kind kite-flying event from February 24th to the 28th. The event organizers promise spectators an awestruck experience during the event days where the sky above Pattaya Beach will be full of countless, colorful kites of all shapes: be it whales, horses, dragons, UFO’S, or even giant octopuses.

From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon The city’s unique book exchange with soft-drinks cafeteria is more popular than ever after being advised it would likely face closure. Canterbury-born Dave Collier, who runs the enterprise with his wife Yao said, “We were told many years ago that the internet and electronic books would doom a business venture like Canterbury Tales. In reality, we have expanded dramatically with more than 60,000 second-hand books being bought, borrowed and traded on a regular basis.” He adds that the shop never closed during the recent covid pandemic and still hosts a traditional gossip shop for UK expats every Monday. The internet has actua…

From The Thaiger By Neill Fronde Pattaya has been attracting foreign investors for years, but now Indian and Chinese investors are leading the way, buying up businesses in the area and catering to people from their home countries. Business people in the Chonburi province have commented on a rise in businesses specifically by and for Indian and Chinese tourists. Indian investors were the first to strongly finance post-Covid recovery. They had previously bought pubs and restaurants along Pattaya’s famous Walking Street, reopening them as businesses specifically catering to Indian tourists. But now that it’s been a month and a half since travel restricti…

From Pattaya Mail The deputy commander of Thailand’s Tourist Police Division told Pattaya officers to respond quickly to problems and to learn from prepandemic challenges so that they don’t reoccur. Pol. Maj. Gen. Pongsiam Meekanthong met with Pattaya officers Feb. 22 before heading out to check Bali Hai Pier. He inspected boats to ensure life jackets were being used and that boats were running on time. Pongsiam said that, since Thailand reopened last year, the Tourist Police Division has ramped up efforts to protect tourists, doing everything from launching its 1155 hotline to putting “dos and don’ts” signs in hotels to warn Pattaya visitors about pickpock…

New or not new - how to define this bar?? I get an invite in Hornet to come to the "new" Zoomer Bar, which is found in the small alleyway (behind the Bamboo bar) where the D.D. Inn is in Jomtien, near Beach road. If you know where the Pirate Bay Cafe is - it is in that alley way right after the D.D. Inn is located. I asked around about the history of this bar before going and everyone told me - no, that is a Lady bar - as that alleyway is known for that. So, after visiting the Pattaya fireworks last night, I asked my Thai friend to accompany me there. As I am new here - I don't know the history and backstory like many of you more senior experienced members…

...that Thais detest Pattaya because of its "sex city" reputation, Agoda says it ranks as their top choice. We already know why readers of this forum flock there. From Pattaya News Thailand’s seaside resort city of Pattaya has been recognized as the top choice for Thai families when it comes to holiday destinations, according to a survey conducted by Agoda. The famous online travel agency that specializes in providing booking services for hotels, resorts, apartments, and other types of accommodations around the world, Agoda, says that Pattaya is the number one holiday destination for Thai “families,” followed by Hua Hin /Cha-am in second place and Phuket in…

From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon For half a century, Pattaya has found itself starring in the international media for its alleged sins of the flesh. Now, in a surprising turn of events, the headlines are about to switch to politics as the province finds itself playing a leading and controversial role in the forthcoming general election, scheduled for May 7 2023 with the date now confirmed by the premier Prayut Chan-ocha. The outcome could decide whether he returns to head the next administration. The main opposition party Pheu Thai (linked to exiled ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra) is banking on a landslide win nationally which would sweep all 10 parliamenta…

From Pattaya News Ekkamai – Pattaya/ 06:00-21:00 hrs (131 baht) Pattaya – Ekkamai/ 04:30-21:00 hrs (131 baht) Bangna – Pattaya/ 06:30-21:30 hrs (131 baht) Mo Chit – Pattaya/ 06:00, 08:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 (131 baht) Pattaya – Mo Chit/ 05:00, 07:30, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 (131 baht) From Pattaya (Jomtien Beach Bus Station) to Suvarnabhumi Airport/ 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00 (143 baht) From Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya (Jomtien Beach)/ 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, …

The Bangkok Post is reporting that The Dragon Man Club in tambon Nong Prue was raided by Pattaya police at 3:30a.m. yesterday. Police said that they found about 50 people dancing and drinking in the "gay club." Fifteen tested positive for drugs and were taken to the police station. Cops observed that "many used condoms were found all over the place". It is unknown if they were collected as evidence. Photo from club's Facebook page.

From Paattaya News By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya mayor Poramase Ngampiches and city officials met on Wednesday to discuss new parking spots after parking on the Pattaya Beach side is set to be banned from March 1st. On February 15th, the mayor announced on social media the return of the ban on parking on the Pattaya beach side of the road from March 1st in response to increasing traffic issues. The mayor said he was finding new parking spots for tourists, which may include a parking space at the wastewater treatment plant in South Pattaya near Walking Street. People could easily get to Walking Street and Bali Hai Pier fro…

From Pattya Mail By Barry Kenyon Soi Buakhao, or White Lotus Street, is booming post-covid as the cheaper version of the more famous Walking Street. Daytime beers can cost as little as 55 baht, or just over one pound sterling. There’s an echo of knees-up Blackpool with some of Soi Buakhao’s bars and restaurants having English-sounding names: Hungry Hippo, Butcher’s Arms, Churchill’s Munchies (now seemingly closed), Nicky’s, Stag’s Head, Cheeky Monkey, Crazy Dave’s and Witherspoons to name but a few. Not that the comparison should be pressed too far: Pattaya doesn’t have a tower circus and Blackpool lacks cannabis cafes. British expats have long dominated th…

It's heartening to report that at least one man was saved from jumping to his death in Pattaya where it has become an all too common event. From The Thaiger / Pattaya Mail A potential tragedy was averted in Pattaya as quick-thinking police and rescuers stopped an American man from jumping to his death. The 67 year old man was rescued from a 20th-floor ledge of the Arbour Hotel and Residence on Third Road on Saturday. Police and rescue volunteers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation spoke to the man for four hours as he sat on a balcony ledge. When the man looked away, one of the rescuers quickly grabbed him and pulled him away from the ledge. …

From Pattaya Mail Pattaya’s new police chief vowed to revoke the visas of foreign tourists who ruin the city’s image. Pol. Col. Thanapong Photi met with Tourist and Immigration police and other city authorities, Feb. 9 to set policies for how to deal with tourists who break the law or cause “problems” that besmirch the pristine, family-friendly images of Pattaya. Thanapong said the policies will apply to both Thai and foreign tourists, as well as expats, and that “no one is above the law”. If tourists break the law, they will be prosecuted, he pledged. In the case of law-breaking foreign tourists, their visas will be revoked and deported, Thanapong vow…

From Pattaya Mail Rotary Pattaya Colour Fun Beach Run Feb 26 The Pattaya Colour Fun Beach Run gets underway on Sunday February 26, with sign up and registration available online and through the Rotary Club of Jomtien Pattaya. The event is organized by the Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya and was first held in Pattaya in 2015. The funds raised will go to assisting children at the Baan Jing Jai Home and the Anti Human Trafficking and Child Abuse Center. (ATCC). For additional information https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/rotary-pattaya-colour-fun-beach-run-to-take-place-on-sunday-feb-26-423690 ======================== 1st Koh …

Why do I love this story. From The Thaiger/ Pattaya News A wild boar created chaos in Pattaya yesterday, attracting widespread attention on social media. The massive animal, estimated to weigh between 200-300 kilograms, was spotted roaming around the city at 7.30pm on February 7. The beast was also seen swaggering around Big C Extra in central Pattaya as if it owned the joint. Despite the best efforts of Sawang Boriboon rescue workers, who were called to the scene after the boar broke some plants in a residential area, the animal proved to be too much of a challenge. The rescuers fired five tranquiliser darts at the boar but to no avail. The wild…

From The Thaiger Hua Hin and Pattaya have long been two popular destinations in Thailand for tourists and expats. Now a new service schedule will link the two cities with buses running twice a day between Pattaya and Hua Hin, beginning February 19. The two cities sit about 325 kilometres apart by road. Both cities are known for their stunning beaches, exciting nightlife, and cultural attractions. Starting from February 19, travellers will be able to take advantage of new bus services that will run twice a day between Hua Hin and Pattaya. The schedule for these buses will have morning and afternoon departures from each city. The early bus will depart …

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From Coconuts Bangkok An American YouTuber was found last night inside a home in the coastal city of Pattaya, police said. Laith Abdullah Algaz, 34, who made videos peddling quack science remedies for men to grow taller and have amazing erections on his Leo and Longevity channel was found at a residence in the Pattaya Lagoon Village, according to Capt. Sombat Kaewmoolmook of the Pattaya Police Station. Algaz had not been seen for several hours when a friend used a spare key to enter the room and found Algaz lying in the bathroom. It’s believed he had been dead roughly five hours when police found him. Police also found in the room medications includ…

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From Thai PBS World A floating café and restaurant sank in rough seas in Pattaya Bay yesterday (Monday), but there were no injuries or deaths. Eyewitnesses on the beach near the Bali Hai pier said they saw the floating restaurant, which was about a kilometre from the beach, slowly sink into the water. Marine officials suspect that the bilge pump on the vessel might not have been working, causing it to sink slowly. No oil spill has been reported A Marine Department patrol boat rushed to help the mechanic pump water out, but could not land on the vessel due to the rough seas. Marine officials then ordered the men on board to abandon the vessel for …

From Pattaya Mail The government has confirmed that construction on the 290-billion baht (US$8.82 billion) U-Tapao aviation city will begin early this year. Government Spokesperson Tipanan Sirichana said in a statement that the project will generate 15,600 additional jobs in the first five years and drive growth in Thailand’s aviation industry. The investment plan is slated to transform U-Tapao airport into a new international airport linked up with Don Muang Airport and the kingdom’s main Suvarnabhumi Airport. Tipanan added that the public-private project located in Thailand’s industrial east will cover 1,040 hectares and is aimed at attracting …