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Occasional highway sweeps offer glimpses of peace in Pattaya’s two-wheeled chaos
PATTAYA, Thailand – As Pattaya authorities continue their push to improve the city’s image and safety, another area of concern is roaring back into...
Long-term visitors and locals agree – ‘Safety’ in Pattaya depends on...
PATTAYA, Thailand – While tourism officials proudly tout Pattaya as one of ASEAN’s “safest” cities, many long-term visitors and local residents remain unconvinced—and increasingly...
‘Why Do They Keep Coming Back?’ Locals and expats question if...
PATTAYA, Thailand – While authorities continue to publicize nightly raids and crackdowns on nightlife and street crime, some longtime Pattaya residents—both Thai and foreign—are...
From Walking Street to Back Alleys – Pattaya tries to polish...
PATTAYA, Thailand – As Pattaya continues to make global headlines—both positive and problematic—local authorities are ramping up efforts to clean up the city's image,...
Expats outside Pattaya wonder if Chinese shooting spree signals end of...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The recent shooting incident involving a Chinese group in the greater Pattaya area has rattled not just local residents, but also...
Pattaya motorbike taxi riders push back against 2,000 baht helmet fine...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya’s motorbike taxi community is voicing strong opposition to the new 2,000 baht fine for riding without a helmet, saying the...
Vocal coach and singer Sanya Khan shares insights at Pattaya City...
PATTAYA, Thailand - On May 28, 2025, the Pattaya City Expats Club had the pleasure of hosting Aleksandra (Sanya) Khan, a talented vocal coach...
Time to Rethink the Ride – Pattaya’s baht-bus dual pricing and...
PATTAYA, Thailand – With footfall falling across Pattaya’s streets, the city’s iconic baht-buses—once the cheap and cheerful lifeline of tourist mobility—are feeling the crunch....
Clouds still hover over Pattaya skies—and its economy
PATTAYA, Thailand – As dark clouds continue to loom over Pattaya’s skyline, they mirror the ongoing uncertainty in the city’s economic outlook. According to...
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Foreign visitors reminded to carry proof of funds when entering Thailand
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reminds foreign visitors travelling to Thailand to keep evidence of sufficient funds ready for entry...
Green hospitals ahead as Thailand pushes low carbon healthcare transformation
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s Public Health Ministry (MOPH) is advancing its “Net Zero” policy, accelerating the transition toward environmentally friendly health care services and...
Pattaya’s July weather brings cooler afternoons and refreshing seaside atmosphere
PATTAYA, Thailand – Visitors to Pattaya are enjoying a more comfortable atmosphere this July as cloudy skies, gentle sea breezes, and cooler afternoon temperatures...
Foreign som tam fans reassured as Thailand doctors explain real liver fluke risks
PATTAYA, Thailand – Doctors have warned that liver fluke infections are caused by consuming freshwater fish containing parasite larvae that have not been properly...
Thai Army reviews readiness for Queen Sirikit’s Royal Cremation processions
BANGKOK, Thailand – Royal Thai Army Commander-in-Chief General Pana Claewplodtook, accompanied by senior military officers, inspected preparations by the Army Quartermaster Department for the...