Pattaya Information
The most common form of transport in Pattaya is a songthaew, a dark blue pick-up truck with two benches in the back and a cover on top. Called 'baht buses' by most people, the official fare within Pattaya is B5, but foreigners are expected to pay B10. Although two tier pricing irritates many people, fighting the system probably isn't worth the effort. The fixed fare only applies when the songthaew is following a set route like a bus. If you want it to take you somewhere off its route, you'll have to negotiate a price. |
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Pattaya is just a 2 hour drive from Bangkok on good wide roads. Buses leave every half hour (5am to 11pm) from Sukhumvit Soi 63, (Ekkamai BTS Skytrain) Tel. 02 391 2504, 02 391 8097. Or,
Northern Bus Station (Morchit) every half hour from (5:40 - 7:00pm.) Price 80 Baht. Shared minibus from Bangkok airport departs daily 09:00, 12:00, 19:00 Price: Around 200 Baht. Private airport taxi from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya direct. 1,500 Baht . (Read More...) |
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Most of Pattaya Beach’s hotels, clubs, bars and shops are condensed into an area that spans little more than a few kilometres, so it’s perfectly possible to get around entirely on foot. However, the transport facilities here are so regular, reliable and affordable that you’ll probably see little point. Getting to anyone of the nearby beach areas, like Jomtien or Naklua, is also a cinch. (Read More...) |
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Pattaya is an international playground of note, with the rare distinction of being both a beach destination and having
all the creature comforts of a major metropolis. The delights of sun, sea and sand, combined with outstanding entertainment, commercial and tourist attractions, have made this formerly sleepy fishing village a big winner amongst expats from all over the globe and city dwellers from Bangkok seeking the perfect retirement spot or weekend getaway. Real estate in Pattaya has been one of the fastest growing and most sustainable industries, and the number of property developments currently underway is a clear indicator that this trend is set to continue. |
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Much more than a long stretch of sand, the Pattaya City of today is a thriving, cosmopolitan city in which local Thais and people from every corner of the earth converge.
Proof of this vibrancy, are the growing list of international events which take place here. These range from age-old cultural festivals like Songkran and international ladyboy beauty contests, to full-length marathons and wind surfing competitions! |
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It’s extremely unlikely that anything will go wrong during your trip to Pattaya. However, even those in paradise aren’t immune from the occasional crime, accident or bout of illness. Alongside a few common-sense tips to help you avoid nasty mishaps, here are the contact numbers you’ll need if something should happen. |
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