Pattaya travel guide & hotels
Thailand’s original tourist resort is a heady mix of naughty nightlife, great restaurants, sunny beaches, curious attractions, family-friendly leisure parks and good value shopping. Just one hour from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, this lively town is a multi-cultural destination with everything from German stuβe to menus in Russian. It’s a popular fun weekend from Bangkok.
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SightseeingPattaya has plenty of sights worth getting out of bed for, from nice beaches and view points to the stunning Sanctuary of Truth and interesting leisure parks...more |
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Day tripsGet away from the hustle and bustle of Pattaya with a trip to offshore islands, local places of interest or family attractions, find out...more |
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NightlifeIt’s the main reason most come to Pattaya, and Thailand’s naughtiest city offers an exciting selection from night clubs to fine dining, and of course the endless girlie bars...more |
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Go gos girlsPattaya is famous for them, and the numerous go go venues, beer bars and strip clubs really attract the punters, here’s the low-down on how it all works...more |
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ActivitiesFrom parasailing in Pattaya bay, to diving and deep sea fishing, or a fun family day at amusement parks and a round of golf, Pattaya offers a great deal...more |
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Living hereFor good reason, Pattaya attracts a large expat crowd, find out where to hang out, how much it costs, where to find a condo, and arranging the right visa...more |
Pattaya offers good hotels prices compared to other popular seaside destinations in Thailand, with a huge range of hotels and serviced apartments that cater for everyone from bachelor punters to package tourists. Opt for the heart of the girlie bar action off Beach road, South Pattaya, or go upmarket in North Pattaya and Naklua. Alternatively head to Jomtien beach if you’ve come for the sun loungers. Great restaurants are scattered across Pattaya to suit all tastes, while the nightlife is found near the walking street and Beach road lanes. Very few hotels have their own beach, but you’re never far from the sand.
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Pattaya is close enough to Bangkok to spend a weekend or stopover en-route to or from Pattaya, here’s what to see and do...more
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Living in Pattaya
Posted: 6 May 2008, 5:23 pm
Ideally positioned along the Gulf of Thailand approximately 93 miles south east of the Thai capital of Bangkok, the country’s most famous seaside resort Pattaya is one of the kingdom’s most popular holiday destinations. With its enjoyable surroundings featuring great beach areas, booming nightlife, superb dining and wining, and outstanding shopping amenities, living in Pattaya [...] More
