Pattaya Mail
UK’s tougher visa rules will barely affect Thai applicants
The British prime minister’s latest weekend moves to mend a “broken” immigration system will have virtually no impact on Thai nationals. The reported future...
Thailand by train: the ultimate guide to discovering the kingdom on...
BANGKOK, Thailand - Thailand’s sun-kissed beaches, misty northern hills and vibrant cities are best known through postcards and travel blogs—but to truly feel the...
Thai booze laws are still hit and miss
Government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub has linked the relaxation of alcohol laws on five Buddha holidays to the need to promote tourism because foreign arrival...
Pattaya City fines sand-spilling truck as part of sweeping safety blitz
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya authorities are intensifying efforts to restore order across the city, targeting a wide range of public safety, regulatory, and environmental...
Strong Baht Pummels Thai Economy – Exports, tourism, and investments hit...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand is facing growing concerns over the rapid appreciation of its currency, with the baht recently strengthening to around 32 baht...
Fears grow that Chinese tourists may shun Thailand long-term
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand is facing a significant and persistent decline in the number of Chinese tourists, a trend that has continued for over...
Pattaya fights back as government targets illegal tour guides and nominee...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The rise of illegal tour guides and nominee-run tourism businesses in Pattaya is rooted in a complex mix of weak enforcement,...
Pattaya’s Alcohol Ban Lift – A toast to tourism or a...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Thai government’s recent decision to relax alcohol sales restrictions in tourism zones like Pattaya has stirred a mix of optimism,...
Pattaya’s unpredictable weather – storms, sunshine, and sudden surprises
PATTAYA, Thailand – Visitors and residents of Pattaya know that while the city is famous for its beaches and nightlife, its weather can sometimes...
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Local echoes and global economic drivers shape a balanced path of awareness for Thailand
PATTAYA, Thailand - I recently received a message from a follower expressing deep concern about Thailand's policy direction on the global stage, particularly regarding...
A Taste of Italy comes to Dicey Reilly’s at Avani Pattaya Resort 24 July...
Transport your senses to Italy without leaving Pattaya as Dicey Reilly's at Avani Pattaya Resort presents A Taste of Italy, an evening dedicated to...
BCCT International Business Awards (TIBA) 2026 – Call For Nominations
Nominations Open Now - Friday, 17th July 2026
The British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT) is delighted to announce the BCCT Thailand International Business Awards (TIBA)...
Warng Warng Taiwanese Shabu: just 30 minutes drive from Pattaya
BANCHANG, Thailand - Warng Warng Original Taiwanese Shabu is a family-owned restaurant near Phala Beach, Ban Chang, a refreshing alternative to the familiar Pattaya...
Таиланд усиливает борьбу с незаконными денежными потоками — банки ждут более жёсткие проверки
БАНГКОК, Таиланд — Банк Таиланда (BOT) усиливает меры по борьбе с теневой экономикой, незаконными финансовыми схемами и рисками отмывания денег, предупреждая, что финансовые учреждения...