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06 uSeFul NumberS / TouriST iNFormATioN important Phone Numbers & Visa regulations

42 The Stones House - The New Must-Visit Live Music Venue In Pattaya 44 The Pier @ Walking Street - The Ultimate Modern Club In Pattaya 45 Red Square Bar - The Spiritual Home Of Chic & Trendy 46 Rolling Live 3 Bar - Rock The Night Away 48 Windmill Agogo - A Decade Of Interactive Charm 49 SugarBaby Agogo - Where The Memories Last A Lifetime 51 Tokyo Kids - September Sushi Spectacular

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14 07 PATTAyA by dAy 10 Pattaya Dive Centre - The Most Reputable Dive Centre in the City 12 Day Trip - Wildlife Extravaganza 14 Sabai Sabai Cruising & Fishing Tours - A Fishing Experience You Won’t Forget! 16 Sanctuary Of Truth - The Best Things Come To Those Who Wait 18 Useful Tips - Thailand Q&A

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Check out the classy new menu at Blu Olive Restaurant, or the tasty British food flavors courtesy of the ever-popular Punch & Judy Pub. Have a great meal and evening at the familyoriented atmosphere of Fraser’s Sports Bar in Jomtien or dine at one of the most stylish eateries in Jomtien at Akvavit Bar & Grill.

For a memorable night out in Pattaya, you can find out more regarding go-go bars such as the Windmill and SugarBaby Agogo, or visit the best live music venue in the city – The Stones House. For a more layback nightlife experience, try out the top-notch pool and darts facilities at the Legends Pool & Sports Bar, or meet some local expats at the Rum Dum Bar in Jomtien. Also, don’t forget The Pier Discotheque or the Red Square Bar for two chic and happening places to finish off your night on Walking Street.

What we have provided in our pages this month is a great introduction to the best businesses in the city that are not only personally recommended by us, but are also tried and tested with a great reputation for what they do.

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Right now are the ‘low-season’ months in the city, which is actually a great time to visit Pattaya because there are less people on the streets than over the Christmas and New Year periods, so you have everything to yourself. This month, Pattaya City Uncovered, are bringing you the usual mix of fantastic restaurants, mesmeric nightlife establishments and lots of things to do in the city, day or night.

If you are an animal-lover, check out our Pattaya Day Trip itinerary that details a full day of visiting the best wildlife parks and zoos across the region.

20 Fraser’s - A Place For Sport & Family 22 Punch & Judy Pub - Pub Grub Of The Highest Order 24 Blue Olive - Classic Dishes With A Modern Twist 26 Akvavit - Sumptuous International Flavors in Jomtien 28 Tasty Indian Cuisine in Pattaya

30 Legends Pool & Sports Bar - The Spiritual Home Of EPL In Pattaya 32 Back To The 1970s In Pattaya 34 Magna Carta - Divorce In Thaialnd 36 Euro Optic - Changing How You See The World 38 Rum Dum Bar - Your Local Bar In Jomtien 39 Pattaya Crocodiles & Pattaya City Uncovered Join Forces

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53 PATTAyA reAl eSTATe 56 Jomtien Property - The Doldrums Of Summer 60 Huntsman IndiaThai Real Estate - The Best Commercial Properties For Sale In Thailand

At Pattaya City Uncovered, we welcome you with open arms to our exciting and vibrant city and hope you have a holiday experience that you remember for years to come.

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iMPORtant Phone Numbers Suvarnabhumi airport Call Center: 02 132 1888 Don Mueang airport Call Center: 02 535 1192 BuS TERMINaLS - BaNGKOK Southern Bus Station (Sai Tai Mai): 02 434 5558 Eastern Bus Station (Ekkamai): 02 392 2521 Northern Bus Station (Mo Chit): 02 272 0299 aIRLINES air asia: 02-515.9999 Bangkok airways: 02 265 5555 Thai airways Int.: 02 356 1111 Pattaya Tourist Police: 1155 or 038 414 669 Pattaya Police Station: 191 or 038 420 802 Banglamung-Naklua Police Station: 038 221 800 Jomtien Police Station: 038 232 330 Tourism authority (TAT): 1672 or 038 428 750 Immigration Pattaya: Jomtien Beach Road, Soi 5: 038 252 750 751 HOSPITaLS Bangkok Pattaya Hospital: 1719 or 038 427 777 Pattaya International Hospital: 038 428 374 Pattaya Memorial Hospital: 038 429 4224 queen Sirikit Hospital Sattahip: 038 245 926 FIRE SERVICE Pattaya Fire Brigade: 199 or 038 424 678 Naklua Fire Brigade: 199 or 038 221 000

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Thailand is the only Southeast Asian nation never to have been colonized by European powers, is a constitutional monarchy whose current head of state is HM Bhumibol Adulyadej. A unified Thai kingdom has existed since the mid-14th century, and Thailand was known as Siam until 1939 when it officially became the Kingdom of Thailand.

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Thailand is the 50th largest country in the world; with a land mass close to the size to Spain. Located just 15 degrees north of the equator, Thailand has a tropical climate and temperatures typically range from 19 to 38 degrees C (66-100 F). Thailand’s largest peak, Doi Inthanon, is 2,565 meters (8,415 ft) tall. Thailand covers 510,890 sq km of land and 2,230 sq km of water. The coastline of Thailand is 3,219 km long. Thailand’s longest shared border is with Myanmar (Burma), stretching 1,800 km. The population of Thailand comprises of roughly 65 million citizens, the majority of whom are ethnically Thai, though peoples of Chinese, Indian, Malay, Mon, Khmer, Burmese, and Lao origin are also represented to varying degrees. Approximately 7 million citizens live in the capital city, Bangkok, though this number varies seasonally and is otherwise difficult to accurately count.

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DiStRiButiON, SOCial meDia, & tV COVeRaGe Over the last 6 month’s Pattaya City Uncovered has established itself as Pattaya’s Premier Tourist Magazine, and we are now very proud to announce some new initiatives and FREE add-ons that will put even more of a distance between us and our competitors. We are working every day to improve the service we provide, so that businesses are promoted in a professional manner to the thousands of tourists visiting the city every month. As of September’s issue the magazines distribution, social media campaigns, and FREE add-ons will be as follows: 3000 hard copies are printed each month and are distributed to all of the 115 locations listed below. We exclusively sponsor ALL of the Tourist information Brochure stands located around the city and in the 4/5 star hotels. You can Subscribe to our E-magazine at www.pattayacityuncovered.com You can like and follow us on Facebook where we have over 12,000 likes on our page. Keep up to date with all best parties, restaurant deals, travel information and Events.

We are still on Pattaya One Channel for 5 minutes, 5 times per day advertising the magazine and its distribution points to tourists. We are now also on The Pattaya Channel 8 times per day again advertising the magazine and its distribution points to tourists. We have a team of “Pattaya City Uncovered Bikini Girls” who will giving out magazines at both Pattaya Beach Road, and Jomtien Beach when there are events on (such as volleyball, beach football, music festivals, markets etc). September

If you would like to see our magazine in any specific locations, please feel free to send us your suggestions and we will do our best to add the locations.

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Pig and Whistle Restaurant Thappraya rd. Pig & Whistle Restaurant Soi 7 Just Burgers Restaurant beach rd. Jomtien Jomtien Property Theppraya rd. Go Rent Soi Khao Noi Masters Developer 3rd rd Pattaya New Nordic Soi 4 Pratumnak rd The Stones House Soi 16 Walking Street Auction House Soi chaiyapornvitee rd Blue Olive Restaurant Theprasit Soi 8 Murphy’s Law Soi lK metro Paradise Agogo Soi lK metro Alcatraz Agogo Walking Street Windmill Agogo Soi diamond Sugar Baby Agogo Soi 14 Walking Street Yorkies Soi chaiyapreuk AA insurance Brokers South Pattaya Legends Pool & Sports Bar Pattaya Klang Punch & Judy Restaurant Thepprasit Soi 8 Voodoo Restaurant & Pub Soi chaiyapreuk Bruno’s Restaurant & Bar Thappraya rd. Pattaya Bungy Jump Soi 9 Thepprasit road Sweethearts Guesthouse Soi boukoi Sugar Hut Hotel Thrappraya rd German Dentist Thappraya road

East Coast Real Estate Jomtien complex (next to shenanigans) Shenanigans Restaurant Jomtien complex Bee bar Soi 6 Corner House Bar rompho market Buffalo Bar Third road Joker Bar beach road Eurostar Restaurant Jomtiem beach Caddy Shack Restaurant Soi 8 Threppasit road Pattaya Boat Charter ocean marina Pattaya Dive Centre beach road Pattaya Pattaya Rent A Bike Pratumnak road The Booze Lounge Bar Soi lK metro The Booze Lounge Bar Soi buakhao Robin’s Nest Restaurant Soi dianna inn, Second rd. Caption’s Cove Restaurant Thepprasit rd The Chow Box Restaurant Thappraya rd. London Office View Talay 2, Thappraya road Magna Carta Law Office South Pattaya rd. Tokyo Kids Soi 10, Soi Kohpai

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entry-level courses, everything is available at Pattaya Dive Centre.

hen you think of Thailand in general and all the amazing things you can do in the Land of Smiles, diving is always at the top of the list. Indeed, Thailand is one of the best dive destinations in the world with some of the most beautiful dive sites imaginable. Although the likes of Phuket and Krabi are the most famous diving regions, Pattaya is also one of the premier dive destinations in the country. Pattaya Dive Centre are one of the longest-standing dive companies in the city, widely-known for their consistency, owned and operated by David Wright, who is a PADI Master and Instructor who has over 25 years’ experience in the dive industry. It can be a potential minefield to find a dive centre that is

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right for you in terms of reputation, experience and choice. This is where Pattaya Dive Centre excels. The office is located between Soi 10 and 11 just off Pattaya Beach Road, easily accessed from wherever you are in the city. If you are looking for the best tours and dive sites, or are seeking a full range of PADI diving courses, all organized by friendly and professional staff, Pattaya Dive Centre is the number one choice in the city every time. Entry-Level and Pro Dive Courses in Pattaya Diving is one of those magical pastimes that once you have taken your first dive, you are liable to become addicted, and it won’t be too long until you long to become an instructor or take other professional training courses. Whether you are an experienced diver looking to become a PADI professional, or if you are a first-timer looking for

If you want to try Scuba-Diving for the first time, why not try with one of their professional PADI instructors, which is lots of fun, especially if you have never tried it before. Or if you have thought about taking your first dive but don’t want to plunge directly into the PADI Open Water Diver Course, which is a 3-4 day course, you could have a 1-day taster, just to test the waters so to speak. Alongside the entry-level courses available, Pattaya Dive Centre can help you become a fully-qualified dive instructor with their Go Pro in Thailand package. Other courses available at the centre that are for the more seasoned diver include: • Go Pro Packages • PADI Divemaster (DM) • PADI Assistant Instructor (AI) • PADI Openwater Instructor (OWSI) • PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) • Staff Instructor (SI)

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e always love to provide our readers with lots of solid information to use as the Holy Grail when visiting Pattaya. Every month we like to detail a full day-trip itinerary, usually with a theme, that lists several places you can visit in one entire day. Pattaya has lots of wildlife attractions with zoos, aquariums and other interesting animal themed parks. Get your camera, rent a car or taxi, and let the day begin!

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9am: Pattaya underwater World Whether you are staying in Jomtien or Pattaya, it is a quick drive to the aquarium known as Pattaya Underwater World, located on Sukhumvit Road near Jomtien. First opened over 10 years ago, the aquarium is a great family attraction, equipped with a 100-metre-long tunnel with over 3.8 million litres of water. With an impressive diversity of over 5,000 fishes from 500 different species, you are not only wowed by the sight, but also learn a few new things about marine life along the way. The tickets are 500 THB for adults and 300 THB for children. It really is a great way to start the day.

11:00am: The Sheep Farm Located between Pattaya and Laem Chabang on the 36 motorway, just a 15-minute drive from Pattaya, the Pattaya Sheep Farm is one of the newest family attractions in the region. The farm is only 50 THB to enter and has an open feel with lots of pens with sheep, horses and donkeys and other farmyard animals. There is also a play area for the kids with a bouncy castle and a Big Wheel, but one of the best things about this place is their onsite restaurant where we would suggest you stop and have a bit of lunch before moving on.

1:30pm: Siracha Tiger Zoo Just a 20-minute drive north of the Sheep Farm, you will find the Siracha Tiger Zoo, and as the name suggests is the home of some amazing tiger shows. It would only be right to point out that some of the conditions on how the animals are kept is sometimes a contentious point, but that is pretty much standard across the nation. With crocodile, pig, elephant and tiger shows, this is a great place to spend a few hours of your afternoon. The prices are 450 THB for adults and 250 THB for kids. 4pm: Khao Kheow Open Zoo You will find Khao Kheow Open Zoo just a 15-minute drive from the Tiger Zoo, known not only as a normal safari park, but also as a night safari where you drive through the park in an onsite golf cart and view the majestic beasts at their natural best. The prices are 350 THB for two hours in the cart for 4 people, or 500 THB for two hours in the cart for 6 people. The open zoo is home to lions, tigers, giraffes, penguins and many more animals that you would expect to see in a safari park. Please note that the last tickets of the day for the park are sold at 6pm. PattayaCityUncovered.com

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SABAI SABAI CRUISING & FISHING TOURS A fishing experience you won’t forget!

hailand is flanked by some of the most stunning oceans and bays with the untold beauty that makes for the perfect picture-postcard. Whether it’s the beautiful Andaman Ocean to the west of Phuket or the scenic Gulf of Thailand where you will find famous islands such as Koh Samui and Koh Samet, Thailand is home to some awe-inspiring waters with the most diverse selection of marine life imaginable. Pattaya is the ideal hub to explore the Gulf of Thailand or to enjoy a fishing tour, and with Sababi Sabai Cruising & Fishing Tours, you can enjoy an experience that will last a lifetime.

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The Thai word ‘Sabai’ translates as ‘happy’, although it would be better translated as comfortable or content, and that’s exactly what you get with Sabai Sabai Cruising & Fishing Tours. It feels great to get out on a boat and tour the Gulf, but imagine being able to fish these fertile waters. Whether it’s fishing, snorkeling or simply a boat tour around some of the beautiful outlying islands, Sabai Sabai Cruising & Fishing are one of the best plying their trade in Pattaya. The Boat The company’s boat is named the M/V Sabai Sabai and was recently refurbished using

classy teak wood. The boat is Thai/Swedish owned, licensed and fully insured, coming equipped with an experienced captain and crew. The yacht has 3 decks, with the upper deck for fishing, big enough for 12 people. The large upper-deck is a great place to view the natural abundance with lots of seats, a bar with bartender, a dining space, a giant sofa and lots of entertainment features. The third deck is a sun deck with large sun-loungers for 6 persons. The interior of the saloon is fitted with teak, air-conditioning, toilets and showers, a bar and snack corner, a freezer, dishwasher, stove, DVD players, ice-maker and microwave. Exclusive Game Fishing If you are seeking sport fishing, you have come to the right place. Enjoy the best sport fishing experience in Pattaya with a fishing crew that has caught them all before. The crystal blue waters of the Gulf are home to an exotic selection of fish and other marine life, which you can aim to catch with the equipment provided at Sabai Sabai such as outriggers, Penn 60-80 lbs., rods and reels. The yacht is licensed for 35 passengers, which is great if you want to charter a fishing excursion

with your family and friends. It’s a great experience for adults and kids over 5 years old to get out on the open seas together and explore the Gulf in its full glory. If you fancy a spot of snorkeling, that can be arranged as Sabai Sabai have the gear onboard. Health and safety is always a concern, but at Sabai Sabai have a safety-first approach and even provide insurance for every person individually on their boat. For the best fishing excursions in the Gulf of Thailand, Sabai Sabai Cruising & Fishing Tours are the safest and most experienced you will find.

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work, but visitors will also notice strong influences of Khmer architecture (like that seen in Angkor Wat for example, or several older temples in Thailand) and Chinese architecture. Depictions of Hindu pieces like those found in India can also be seen throughout the complex. Visitors will immediately notice that the Sanctuary of Truth is not yet finished; much like Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia cathedral in Barcelona, a project this massive and ambitious necessarily takes many years to complete, or centuries in Gaudi’s case! Although the project began in 1981, it is not estimated to be completed until 2025 at the earliest. However, even this date may be delayed as the tropical environment takes a toll on the wooden structures, requiring parts that are already finished to be replaced even before the other parts have been built. This frustrating cycle makes construction quite slow and difficult, but progress is nonetheless being made. But if you look back in history, all the world’s greatest structures that will still be here in centuries to come take time, skill and emotion to create. The temple itself is right on the water, and the grounds alone are beautiful. Of course, the temple is simply awe-inspiring, and will truly give guests a memorable experience. Visitors can also take a tour to see the artisans at work and understand better how this incredible place has been built. Those who buy tickets online will find adult tickets for 500 baht and children for 200 baht, while walk-ups will pay a slight premium.

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attaya really is a diverse holiday destination with more interesting things to see and do than you can believe. From water parks, beaches, national parks, to zoos, temples, aquariums and theme parks, Pattaya has it all. One of the scenes most synonymous with Pattaya is the beautiful Sanctuary of Truth Temple, located near Naklua, which is bound to make a breathtaking first impression.

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Make sure you take along your camera as some of the views are amazing, although if you wait until sunset time, you will encounter breathtaking silhouettes of the temple against the backdrop of the coastline, which are some of the most recognizable photos you see of Pattaya. Whether you are a culture vulture or just want to see something that is unique, a trip over to the Sanctuary of Truth, located in Naklua which is just north of Pattaya close to Wongamat Beach, is pretty much essential viewing.

Pattaya’s Sanctuary of Truth is one of the area’s most intriguing tourist attractions. Although it is a temple in form, it is very much different from the normal wats that visitors can find around Thailand’s cities and towns; indeed, the Sanctuary of Truth is unlike just about anything else found in this world.

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The building is carved from wood and features the art and design techniques of a variety of cultures. Of course, there are large amounts of Thai-style

Phone: +66 (0) 3836-7229, +66 (0) 3836-7815, +66 (0) 3836-7845 Website: www.sanctuaryoftruth.com

Address: 206/2 Moo 5, Soi Naklua 12 , Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150

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Useful Tips Thailand Q&A For something different this month, we have slightly changed our Useful Thailand Tips article to be more interactive with a multiple choice questions and answers page. To find out the answers and the right way to do things in Thailand, please click on pattayacityuncovered.com to find out the answers. q: You want to rent a motorbike but don’t have the relevant driving licenses, do you? A. Rent the bike anyway and remind yourself that most Thais don’t even have a license, and if they do, they are still worse drivers than you?

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B. Forget about the bike and decide to book taxis or other forms of transport to explore the city? C. Rent the bike and when the police stop you and ask for your license, you produce your local snooker club membership card and hope for the best, or plead ignorance and pay the fine?

q: If you lose your passport in Thailand, do you? A. Run out of your hotel room screaming bloody murder and blame every person of theft within the vicinity? B. Visit the immigration in your holiday destination and then call your embassy in Bangkok? C. Report the lost/stolen passport to the police then inform your embassy in Bangkok? q: If you have rented a jet-ski and the owners of the motorized vehicle are trying to hustle you for a substantial amount of cash for extra damage that you didn’t cause, do you? A. Keep calm and collected, smile away, and then call the tourist police to come? B. Pay the money because you don’t want the trouble when you are on holiday? C. Get all aggressive and tell the jet-ski owners in a frank manner that you are not paying anything and that they can stick their extra charges where the sun doesn’t shine? 18

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q: You are really thirsty in the middle of the night, so you open your hotel room fridge and there is no water, but you are so thirsty and go to the tap in the bathroom and turn it on, do you? A. Gulp down the tap water because your mouth is dryer than Gandhi’s flip-flop? B. Complain to the hotel reception that there is no complimentary bottles of water in your mini-bar? C. Nip down to 7/11 to buy some bottled water, as there is a 7/11 on average just 18 paces away from every person in Thailand? q: If you are bitten by a snake in Thailand, do you? A. Try and remember the color and look of the snake and then calmly get yourself transport to the hospital as quickly as possible? B. Listen to one of the local Thai guys outside of your hotel who tells you the snake in not poisonous? C. Recoil in terror, run around in circles with delirium and scare yourself into an early grave?

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omtien is one of the best holiday destinations in the Pattaya region, especially if you are a family or group of friends exploring the best the city has to offer. There are a few sports bars in the city, which are great places to relax and unwind whilst watching the best live sporting events from across the globe. However, as good as they are, nobody does it better than Fraser’s Restaurant & Sports Bar, located in the Chateau Dale Complex directly on Thappraya Road in Jomtien.

sense of the word. However, Fraser’s was created with families in mind and welcomes kids with open arms. The children will be in their element as Froggy has recently constructed a large kid’s playhouse, culminating in hours of fun for the little ones. Bring along your family, and while you are having a few beers and bit of food, the kids will be busy enjoying themselves, out of your hair for a while. There is also a plan in the pipeline for a Sunday BBQ, which will be perfect for families, so keep your ear to the ground on that one.

Owned and ran by the affable Stewart ‘Froggy’ Fraser, who has created an atmosphere that blends its tasty and affordable Western-styled food menu with live sport, draught beers and a family-friendly ethos not seen in any other sports bar in Jomtien.

Live Sport in the Heart of Jomtien Fraser’s is famous for showcasing live sporting events, and as the English Premier Football League has just started, you can watch all the televised games simultaneously with other likeminded footie freaks. If you are a fan of Aussie Rules, then you need to get to Fraser’s for the AFL Grand Final that is on the last weekend of September. Whether you are a fan of rugby, golf, tennis, cricket, F1 motorsport, boxing or any sport, the bar will showcase all the live events. Don’t forget that it’s the prestigious Ryder Cup on the 26 – 28 September, so don’t miss out on the fun!

Fraser’s Family-Friendly Ethos You will find that in many bar establishment across the city, children are not really welcome in the true

Delicious Dishes As the expression goes, “You are only as good as the sum of your parts.” Fraser’s takes the best aspects of live sport, a buzzing atmosphere and a family-friendly attitude and combines them with excellent food and drink for amazing value-for money prices. At Fraser’s, the menu consists of gut-filling English breakfasts, pizzas and pasta dishes, sumptuous seafood dishes, steaks, 20

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gourmet sandwiches and Thai food. There are also daily specials, which you can see below. With a happy hour from 4pm to 7pm every day, and a list of draught beers that include Stella Artois, Heineken, Tiger, Magners and Guinness, you have a vast selection of beverages at your fingertips. Get yourself down to Fraser’s to sample the ultimate sport and family bar experience in Pattaya.

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Facebook alert! To keep in touch with all the latest news, promotions and goings on at Fraser’s, visit their Facebook Fan-Page and click ‘like’. You can find the link to their FB page in the contact details below.

Fraser’s Sports Bar & Restaurant Pattaya Address: Chateau Dale Complex Thappraya Road Jomtien Above News Cafe Phone number: 038 251560 Fax: 038 251559 www.fraserspattaya.com Email: stewartfraser11@gmail.com www.facebook.comraserssportsbar?ref=br_tf

If your visiting Pattaya/Jomtien for an evening, a weekend, a week or even longer, then adjacent to Fraser's pub we have 30 luxury rooms available. For more details and contact info go to our website http://www.fraserspattaya.com/book-a-room.html PattayaCityUncovered.com

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choice of pasta dishes, classic fish and chips, beef stews and homemade Indian curries amidst an international menu that is affordable and delicious. English Premier League & Draught Beers Now that the English Premier League has kicked-off in fine style, Punch & Judy creates the perfect atmosphere for a soothing draught beer while cheering on your favorite EPL team. With satellite channels showcasing every

televised game, even simultaneously, you won’t miss a high-tackle or girlie dive at Punch. Watch the games within an atmosphere that is full of camaraderie and excitement while downing one of the draught beers on offer such as Magners, Boddingtons, Guinness, Old Speckled Hen, Stella, Heineken, Tiger and Fosters, alongside a great choice of cocktails.

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ou can’t beat a bit of pub grub. All the best bars and pubs across the British Isles conjure up a traditional blend of local favorites, alongside a sprinkling of Italian and Indian dishes, which have become honorary presidents of the British cuisine scene. Those of you in Pattaya who are seeking some of the best quality British-style food need to visit the aptly named Punch & Judy Pub just off Thepprasit Road Soi 8. Known in the city for its cozy British-pub ambience, a selection of imported draught beers, a dark-wooden interior that replicates a classic pub and a menu with a great choice of breakfasts, traditional Sunday Roasts and a daily specials board

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that is affordable and delicious at the same time, The Punch & Judy Pub is a restaurant you can’t afford to miss. We guarantee that one visit to Punch to sample their menu will keep you coming back time and time again. If you are looking for something gut-busting to start your day on holiday, the selection of English Breakfasts starting at only 99 THB will keep you full until early evening. If you are missing Britain and feel the need to devour a traditional English Sunday Roast to remind you of home, their choice of roast pork, chicken, lamb and beef will blow you away. It doesn’t have to be breakfast time or on a Sunday to enjoy the restaurant’s menu as they have a great

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Med one of the world’s culinary epicenters. We would suggest that you also sample the delightful Norwegian Cod, which is also a new dish to get excited about. All the restaurant’s old favorites are still on the menu such as their Italian Starter Platter with Parma Ham, Salami, Stuffed Peppers, Parmesan Cheese, Anti Pasti and Bread, Imported Canadian Black Angus Beef and the impressive Lamb Shank. Have you ever sampled a real authentic Italian Tiramisu? I am not talking about the kind you can pick up in any bakery around Pattaya. Blu Olive have created the ultimate Tiramisu with imported mascarpone cheese, original Amoretto and even imported lady fingers that give this famous pep-up of a dessert an original and authentic Italian edge, bringing Milano directly to Southeast Asia. Casting the perfect balance between delicious food, a classy interior with a stylish ambience and the improved levels of service that strives for perfection, everything is combined to create a memorable dining experience. With a new menu that has a broader selection of dishes, catering to every nationality from Europeans to Americans, Scandinavians, Australians and everyone in between, whether you are looking for excellent food or a place to eat a spot of dinner, Blue Olive appeals to those with an appreciation for quality cuisine.

he Blu Olive Restaurant in Pattaya already has a great reputation for their stunning and sensual Mediterranean dishes, cooked and served with passion and flair. Keeping it fresh, funky and delicious, their menu has recently undergone renovation, bringing some new and exciting flavors that will delight and exercise your palate in ways you never thought possible. The Blu Olive Restaurant enjoys a central yet peaceful location, situated on a side-street just off Soi 8 of Thepprasit Road in Jomtien. Merging the new with the old, the restaurant’s manager, Clarence Sia, has combined the menu’s classic dishes with a new and fresh selection of dishes with a modern twist, taking the flavor profiles to the next level.

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“It’s important that we cater to our long-standing customers, who are like family to us,” said Clarence. “However, we have freshened our menu, which now has a broader scope with more diversity.” As part of the changes, homemade fresh pasta, ravioli and spring rolls are now on the menu, alongside some tasty new appetizers such as Minestrone Soup and Salmon Tempura. The stunning Beef Carpaccio is one of the most exciting new starters on the menu, utilizing only the highest quality of produce that will be apparent when you taste it for the first time.

Many Hi-Society Thais come to the restaurant all the way from Bangkok to sample the fresh and zesty flavors, which is a great indicator of their popularity and reputation. You only have to travel around the corner, so there is no excuse to not try out Blu Olive and its classic flavors with a modern twist.

Blue Olive Restaurant

62/147 Moo 12 Theprasit Soi 8 Pattaya, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi, Thailand 20150 Opening Times: 4pm until late Phone: 038 - 416 285 Email: kim@akatraders.com Website: www.blueolivethailand.com www.facebook.com/blueolivepattaya

Keeping true to its Mediterranean roots, Blu Olive has created a zesty and classic Paella dish that will take you back to the cobbled streets of Barcelona, bringing the explosion of flavors that make the PattayaCityUncovered.com

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warm and inviting and the food is a gastronomic delight on your senses. The food brings the best tasting international cuisine directly to your palate, supremely presented and expertly cooked in a pristine kitchen that is one of the largest, and almost certainly the cleanest in Pattaya. Akvavit has menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but during the month of September, which is still the low-season tourist months, is open from 4pm on weekdays and open from 10am on weekends. From October onwards, the restaurant will be back open for breakfast at 8am every day. Also from October, there will also be a brand new A la carte menu for evening meals, so keep your eye out for that one.

Sumptuous International Flavors in Jomtien

omtien is widely known as the best tourist destination in the region for those that seek not only great nightlife, but also a more laidback experience than downtown Pattaya. Aside from the various nightlife and entertainment zones that ensure a great evening’s entertainment is assured, Jomtien is home to some fantastic internationalstyle restaurants such as the classy Akvavit Bar & Grill on Jomtien Beach Road. Akvavit Bar & Grill is known as the place to sample the finest choice of international flavors with a Scandinavian twist. Head Chef, Pelle Pettersson, 26

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was formally known as the man who helped put the famous News Café on the map in Jomtien, but this time he has gone one step further with the creation of Akvavit. Pelle has over 35 years’ experience as an executive chef for big hotels and restaurants, bringing all his knowledge together to make Akvavit one of the must-visit restaurants in the region. With both outdoor and indoor dining with airconditioning, the restaurant has been open nearly 4 years, benefitting from a prime location across from Jomtien Beach looking out across the crystal waters of the bay. The layout of the restaurant is

The breakfast menu combines a succulent selection of international and Scandinavian breakfasts with health-conscious cereal dishes to create a diverse choice. All breakfasts only use the best quality of produce and will fill you up for a busy day ahead.

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Sample the stunning Weekend Buffet for the price of 295 THB, starting at 12 midday, serving a vast choice of cold meats such as beef and ham, a stunning selection of salads, the ever-popular Swedish meatballs and much more. We would recommend you try out the buffet to get the true essence of the Akvavit repertoire. Keeping it simple is an ethos that Pelle uses to create his tasty dishes. The highest quality produce cooked in the best way, perfect every time, is why the restaurant has become not only so popular, but also critically acclaimed. The lunch and dinner menus include lots of steak and meat dishes, most of which uses imported meats from Australia and Canada such as the Angus Beef Classic Hamburger and Canadian Rib-Eye Steak. Other popular main course dishes are the Scandinavian-inspired Toast Skagen, Texas-style Spare Ribs, grilled Salmon Fillet, and Lobster in White Wine Sauce. There is also a great selection of Thai food on the menu, perfect for those dining out with their Thai girlfriends and wives. For the most delicious dining experience in Jomtien, with great views out across the beach and bay, the Akvavit Bar & Grill is a unique eatery that you simply must try when on holiday.

akvavit Grill & Bar

Jomtien Beach Road, 144/4 Moo 12, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi. Opening Times: Weekdays – 4pm to 12:30am; Weekends – 10am to 12:30am. Website: www.akvavitjomtien.com www.facebook.com/pages/Akvavit-GrillBar/217907788285681 Phone: 038-233672 PattayaCityUncovered.com

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Tasty Indian Cuisine in Pattaya

ndian cuisine is one of the worlds’ most popular and addictive food styles, known for its spicy and rich flavors that kick-start a party in your mouth. At one time in the not too distant past in Pattaya, it was difficult to find a quality Indian restaurant serving curries like those Indian eateries across the UK and Australia, however, times have changed, so please see a list of three recommended Indian restaurants in Pattaya. Indian by Nature Located in the heart of Jomtien on Thappraya Road, Indian by Nature is one of the region’s most popular and reputable Indian eateries. With a stylish and contemporary interior and serving the finest dishes to the most scrumptious deserts, they aim to deliver the best of India’s food genres in their elegantly refined and relaxing environment. Why not visit them this evening and be welcomed by their open kitchen which houses the best tandoori fare and finest spices in town. www.indian-by-nature.com

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alibaba Tandoori & Curry Restaurant Alibaba is easily Pattaya’s most famous curry houses, and anyone who has been in the city for a while will tell you how great it really is! Situated just around the corner from Pattaya Beach Road on Pattaya Klang, the restaurant is centrally located for complete ease. Do not miss out on their Lamb Rogan Josh as it is simply delicious. Serving what are widely known as some of the best curries in the city, do not miss out on the Alibaba experience. www.alibabarestaurant.biz Mantra Restaurant & Bar Although the Mantra Restaurant & Bar serves many styles of cuisine, and is very famous in doing so, their Indian food menu is one of the best in the city in terms of choice, taste and quality. Located on the north-side of Pattaya Beach Road, close to the Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, the restaurant is easily found, and every taxi driver in the city knows where it is, so there is no excuse not to visit this 5-star eatery with some of the best Indian food in Pattaya. www.mantra-pattaya.com

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Over the course of September, you can watch every televised EPL game live and all the other sporting events from across the atlas such as the new NFL season, Formula One from Singapore and Italy, games from all the major European soccer leagues and let’s not forget the golf Ryder Cup that will take place from the 26th to 28th September, which is always passionate and fun.

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he English Premier League is the world’s most popular soccer league, known for its fast pace, aggressive tackles and total excitement. When the biggest teams come together to play, everyone across the planet tunes in with baited breath, awaiting the drama to unfold. Even when you are on holiday in Pattaya, football-addicts can’t miss their Premiership fix, so it makes sense to find the best place in Pattaya to watch live EPL games. The Legends Pool & Sports Bar is the quintessential home of the English Premier League in Pattaya; a place where watching a games takes it to the next level in terms of excitement and camaraderie. After last year’s nail-biting finale, we can hope for more of the same. In the past, only 2 or 3 teams had the players and money to win the title, but over the past couple of years the playing field has become more even with the emergence of Manchester City, Liverpool and Tottenham, to add to the Manchester United’s, Chelsea’s and Arsenals’ of this world. Watching a game by yourself is okay, but to watch it within a banter-filled environment with other likeminded souls makes it special. Watch every EPL game simultaneously at Legends on their 17 flat-screen TVs, which includes all the build ups and post-match analysis to cover every aspect of the English Premiership experience.

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Legends Pool Hall, located on Pattaya Klang Soi 5, is a fun bar to visit at the best of times, known as the most cutting-edge pool hall in Pattaya with its 11 Brunswick 9ft Metro Pro Tournament tables, meticulously maintained for the best pool playing conditions in the city. Play a few games of pool while enjoying the establishment’s vast range of draught beers that lubricate the wheels of fun. Although Legends is predominantly known for its pool and televised live sports, it’s also the home of darts in Pattaya. Darts is a sport that has rapidly grown over the past 5 years with the innovative tournaments created by the sport’s governors, Matchroom Sports, who have taken the game to the next level. Barry Hear, the founder of Matchroom will actually be visiting Legends in the month of September. Legends is home to several darts bays, known as oches, sometimes hosting domestic and international tournaments. If you are a darts’ fan or are interested in trying out the game, Legends is the only choice to consider. Get down to Legends Pool & Sports Bar to sample a few draught beers, watch all the EPL games and major sporting events, and to also have a game of pool or darts in the most conducive ambience in the city.

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Address: 324/10, Pattaya Klang Soi 5, Pattaya, Chonburi 20150, Thailand Phone: English - 089 817 1084 or 085 436 6787 Thai - 038 412 955 or 080 631 2366 Email: info@legendspoolpattaya.com Website: www.legendspoolpattaya.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/legends.pattaya?fref=ts

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nyone who was old enough, or sober enough, to remember the 1970s will tell you it was the time when Michael Jackson went through puberty, flared trousers were commonplace underneath the Wurlitzer disco lights of John Travolta’s seediest dreams and that television had finally become Technicolor. By the 1970s, Pattaya had become a fledgling vision and mini-me version of the city we know and love today.

way. As we mentioned in last month’s article about the 1960s in Pattaya, during the decade, Pattaya had become a rest and relaxation place for the US troops fighting their war in Vietnam.

In the late-1950s, Pattaya was still a sleepy fishing village, but only 20 years later by 1978, Pattaya was finally recognized as a city. At that time in history, only the Naklua area was recognized as an actual place attached to a municipality, while other areas in Pattaya were yet to be developed in any

There are some great accounts of 1970’s life in Pattaya, which describes the city as a “bizarre sexual Disneyland”. Where the soldiers went, shopkeepers, girls, hotel builders and construction sites followed. The 70s are probably the time of the biggest growth and change in Pattaya with

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In a short space of time, the city had been transformed from sleepy village into a party place of debauchery and delight, attracting hundreds of impoverished girls from the Northeastern Isaan region to Pattaya to find fortune and life-changing money.

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the construction of new resorts looking to cash in on the ‘boom’. Hotels and resorts such as Pattaya Palace, Orchid Lodge (today the Amari), Tropicana, Merlin (today the Hard Rock), Siam Bayshore, Asia, and the Royal Cliff, were constructed and the holiday destination we know as Pattaya was truly born to international travelers, especially backpackers at the time, changing the city’s fortunes forever.

Not only were tourists from the fledgling holidaymaker markets in Europe and America flocking to the city, but there was also a massive migration of Thais coming to Pattaya looking for fame, fortune, husbands, riches and opportunities to cash in on the rising popularity of the city.

The growth was simply manic over a short time period, and in true Thai-style, completely unplanned, creating a melting-pot of bars, resorts, guesthouses, restaurants, street food vendors, massage parlors, taxi stands, shops and stores, but still no 7/11 in sight! Some may say that the changes came too fast and that still today, we are experiencing some of the knock-on problems of rapid and unplanned growth.

As the Vietnam War came to an abrupt end, US servicemen stopped coming to the city, but by this time Pattaya was beginning to be overrun by single European men, which more than made up for their absence, cementing Pattaya’s reputation as a truly must-visit holiday destination for those looking for sun, sand and promiscuity. Without the boom in the 1970s, it’s highly unlikely that Pattaya would be the famous and popular tourist destination it is today. PattayaCityUncovered.com

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Pattaya living CONTESTED DIVORCE Contested divorce is when either spouse does not agree with the terms of the separation or has broken the marriage agreement. This type of divorce allows one party to seek the court’s help in dissolving the marriage subject to the existence of one of the grounds prescribed under Thai law.

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By: Magna Carta Law Office

ot all marriages are meant to last. If you and your partner are currently on the verge of ending your relationship through divorce, it is necessary to contemplate on your possible divorce options because everybody knows that breaking up is never simple especially if you have finances and children that you need to consider. In Thailand, divorce is classiﬁed into 2 types: uNCONTESTED DIVORCE Uncontested divorce is the termination of marriage by mutual consent. The procedure is typically faster and cheaper as there is no need for a representation in court while preserving both parties’ privacy. There is less emotional stress involved to both parties, as well as to their children and respective families as it enables the couple to end their marriage in a civilized manner. Uncontested divorce is possible only if the couple has no disagreements over children or property. There is no need to have a ground for divorce. The couple’s mutual decision to end the marriage is enough. A settlement or divorce agreement should contain provisions regarding the terms of sharing of assets, child custody and support, alimony, and other important matters. In the absence of such agreement, the matter shall be decided by the Court. It is recommended that you decide these matters beforehand and formalize them in a divorce contract. This will guarantee that there are no disagreements before you go to the registrar’s office. The details of the divorce conditions shall be specified in the divorce registration.

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GROuNDS FOR DIVORCE • One spouse has committed adultery • One spouse is guilty of misconduct • One spouse has seriously harmed or tortured the body or mind of the other • One spouse has deserted the other for more than 1 year • One spouse has been imprisoned for more than 1 year • The spouses have voluntarily lived separately for more than 3 years • One spouse has disappeared for more than 3 years • One spouse has failed to give proper maintenance and support to the other • One spouse has been an insane person for more than 3 years continuously and such insanity is hardly curable so that the continuance of marriage cannot be expected • One spouse has broken a bond of good behaviour • One spouse is suffering from a communicable and dangerous incurable disease and may cause injury to the other • One spouse has a physical disadvantage so as to be permanently unable to cohabit as husband and wife While a couple may agree to divorce, things could become complicated and can be contested when it comes to some important conjugal matters such as child custody and sharing of properties. Unlike uncontested divorce, you lose control of the divorce process once a judge becomes involved. The judge may come up with an arrangement that neither of you will be comfortable with. He may also come up with a property settlement where you lose things that were more valuable to you. Sharing of marital property and debts between parties Marital property is anything acquired during the course of marriage by way of gift, purchase, or inheritance. Personal property is anything acquired before the marriage. When a couple divorces in Thailand, all marital property is divided equally and personal property does not have to be shared. If both parties agree to the terms then the proceedings are not complicated. However, if the couple cannot agreeably settle the property distribution issues, the court will have to resolve the issues based on Thai laws. Common debts incurred shall be of equal liability between the couple upon termination of the marriage. PattayaCityUncovered.com

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Euro Optic

Changing How You See The World

hen taking a swift stroll through Pattaya, you will encounter large numbers of opticians offering their trade in the city, but as with most other things, it’s not about the quantity, it’s about the quality! Getting the right opticians at the first time of asking is extremely important, especially when your eyesight is concerned. Euro Optic, specializing in progressive lenses and located on 2nd Road opposite the Royal Garden Shopping Center, is one of the longest-standing and reputable opticians in the city, taking your vision and well-being seriously.

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How many times have you heard friends complaining about Progressive Lenses? It is fundamentally important to Euro Optic that you can see well. Too many customers focus on fashion first, failing to fulfil their own visual needs. Maria at Euro Optic is a licensed Doctor of Optometry, specializing in progressive lenses, whose husband was an integral part of the team who first promoted this fantastic invention of progressive lenses with over 44 years’ experience. Their progressive lenses are adapted to the unique ergonomic needs of each customer, culminating in a shortened adaptation period, which as any expert

will tell you is the gauge of the quality of product used by an optician.

experience and for whom the service is of the most importance.

The Euro Optic brand was first established in 1996, and is now one of the most appreciated in optimal adaptation of progressive lenses in Thailand. Their standards are exceptionally high due to their unparalleled worldwide experience as one of the best service providers on the market.

Euro Optic is the opticians you visit when you need the correct advice regarding your eyesight, implemented with swift accuracy to allow you to see the world more clearly. Don’t forget that seeing is believing, and you need to see Maria in order to believe it.

At Euro Optic, it is all about offering advice to patients at all times, providing solutions to improve your vision and the adaptation of the lenses in a single day. They guarantee successful adaptation of their progressive lenses whether you are a first-time wearer, or are seeking a professional optometrist to fix any problems you may have.

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Address: 215/59, 2nd Road, Pattaya, Bang Lamung, Pattaya, 20150 (Opposite Royal garden Plaza). Tel: (038) 426275, 081:8613468

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Your local bar in Jomtien

verybody needs a bar to call home; a place where everyone knows your name where you can discuss everything from politics and sport to finding information about all the best places to visit in Pattaya amidst a friendly and fun atmosphere. The Run Dum Bar in the New Rompho Complex, just a short stroll from Jomtien Beach, was conceived with that ethos in mind. The Rum Dum Bar has to be one of the most friendly and welcoming bars in the region, famous for their expat patrons with lots of local information, imported beers and a nice selection of hostess girls that are on hand to caress your ego and help create a night you will never forget. There are lots of bars in the complex, but Rum Dum really does stand out due to the local

characters and a party atmosphere that keeps you coming back for more. Open for nearly four years, the bar is home to a dozen friendly girls, Wi-Fi internet, 5 flat-screen TVs showcasing all the major sporting events such as the English Premier League football, NRL and AFL, and a jaw-dropping selection of draught beers. Rum Dum Bar are the only establishment within the complex that serves draught Stowford Press Cider and Brains SA Smooth bitter, and with a Happy Hour that lasts all day and night, alongside a buy 5 beers and get 1 free promotion, a great night is guaranteed. Whether you are on holiday by yourself or in a group of friends, a long-term expat looking to meet likeminded souls, or have just moved here and are looking to make new friends and find a local bar to call home, the Rum Dum Bar

eiko Diehl started this special football project in 2013 to help underprivileged Thai kids from poor backgrounds have the chance to play and practice their footballs skills for free on pitches throughout the city. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with great excitement that Pattaya City Uncovered has pledged to sponsor Pattaya Crocodiles and will be organizing a fund-raising event during the month of October, so keep in tune with our next issue for more news and details on how you can help.

The project started out with just a handful of kids, barely enough to even play a game, but is currently getting more than 40 kids to every session. So far, Heiko Diehl has amazingly been able to organize a pitch for the kids to play on, shoes, socks, shorts, balls, a set of match jerseys and other pieces of equipment for their Under-14s team, which are currently into their first full season in the local youth league. Not only does the project help the kids with opportunities in a football sense, but also teaches them consideration of others, team spirit and a willingness to help each other in life. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great cause all round.

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75/268 Moo 12 off Second Road, Rompho Complex, Jomtien Website: www.rumdumbar.com Email: rumdumbar@gmail.com Tel: (+66) 0892 501414 www.facebook.com/pages/Rum-Dum-Bar-Jomtien/ 243867772336177 38

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PaTTaYa CROCODILES - Kids Football Team C/O Heiko Diehl 162/73 Jomtien Nivate, Moo 10, Thappraya Road Soi 17, Nongprue, Banglamung, 20260 Chonburi Thailand

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stunning and talented in-house band that play a great selection of pop music and a fantastic choice of classic rock, both English and Thai, along with contemporary sounds from the modern era, keeping the masses partying way into the night. The Stones House made front page news across the city at their launch party, where the famous Thai rock star and actor, Dome Pakorn Lum, alongside his band rocked the foundations of Walking Street and hit every major newspaper and magazine in the city, receiving a vast plethora of accolades.

The Stones House The new must-visit live music venue in Pattaya

n Pattaya we have lots of go-go bars, girlie bars, restaurants and beaches, but there are not so many live music venues and bars, or should I say not so many that do it to a high international standard. The Stones House, located on Walking Street near to the entrance, is unique, stylish and most

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importantly, there to help lubricate the wheels of a great night out with their live music within an exclusive environment. The venue only opened 3 months ago, but has already catapulted itself into the mainstream consciousness of Pattaya holidaymakers with their

Celebrate 164 Years of Jack Daniels at The Stones House The venue hasn’t rested on their laurels yet, as another Thai rock star, J Jetrin, and his band will be preforming at The Stones House’s 164 Years Anniversary of Jack Daniels, which is also sponsored by the world-famous whiskey-makers, due to take place on the 4th September. This is a night not to miss, promising to even overshadow their launch party. The event is exclusive and tickets are 400 THB per person, which includes one Jack-Coke. Group tickets for four persons will cost 2,150 THB per group, which includes a free Jack Daniels Premium. You will find The Stones House on the left-handside of Walking Street just 50 meters from the beachside entrance. The venue is large and spacious, with the centerpiece being the stage and dance floor below. There is a VIP area and second tier seating where you can sample a drink and get a great vantage point of the band playing and the club in general.

The owners are planning to bring a ‘superstar’ to the venue every month, so please keep your ears pinned to the grapevine for up-to-date information. The Happy Hour runs from 6pm until 10:30pm every night. When you seek a guaranteed great night out with a live band who really knows there stuff, within an intimate yet inviting atmosphere, The Stones House is that exclusive live music venue you have been searching out.

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othing caps off a memorable night on holiday than finishing off at a nightclub/discotheque. It’s the proverbial cherry atop a fun-filled cake. DJs spinning the latest trance and hip-hop tracks to adrenalinfilled revelers dancing their hearts out, energized by their environment and elevated by the crescendo of funky beats. The Pier Discotheque in the heart of Walking Street Pattaya is the only way to celebrate the twilight hours of any holiday experience.

lasers, alongside CO2 jets, the scene is set for the ultimate Euro-style dance and hip-hop club venue in Pattaya. A new VIP area was recently launched at the club and there are also drink promotions every night, so inquire inside for more details. With special Ibiza nights and other themes, there is always something different and unique happening at The Pier. Open from 9pm onwards and free to enter, if you seek out that cutting-edge nightclub with the latest music and international DJs on Walking Street, you have to visit The Pier or you haven’t really had a true night out in Pattaya.

The Pier is one of the new breed of nightclubs in Pattaya, innovative, cutting-edge and stylish all in one exiting package that could cause spontaneous combustion in controlled scientific conditions. Young, trendy and happening are the best ways to describe The Pier. Attracting the best domestic DJs from across the nation and also well-known international DJs, such as Dave Dixon and DJ Nakadia who have both rocked the club to its foundations over the past month or so, this is the home of dance in the city. Every night is party night at The Pier, as no excuses are used or needed to have a great time on holiday. Their dance floor is large and spacious, usually bouncing to the foot-stomping techno moves of the city’s 24-hour party people. The atmosphere is electrified, and with pretty coyote dancers, live shows and special effects that include lights and 44

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Address: Walking Street Pattaya Phone: 080 480 6661 Website: www.thepierpattaya.com Opening times: 10am until late every night

hen seeking out the chicest and trendiest lounge bars in Pattaya to bask in an upscale environment that oozes style and panache, surprisingly enough, there are not that many to choose from. Pattaya is essentially a rough and ready nightlife extravaganza, but there are some diamonds in the rough that give the city’s nightlife an injection of class, such as the Red Square Bar with its hi-so ambience and ultra-modern interior. Combining the best elements of a modern and chic interior with stylish drinks, sumptuous food and the best music have contributed to Red Square’s rapidly growing reputation as something a little different on Walking Street. Red Square is the ultimate establishment for those starting out on a night traversing Walking Street, and also as a place

where revelers flock to in the twilight hours to top off the perfect evening on holiday. Dace away to the atmospheric music provided by the skillful in-house DJ, or relax on the comfortable seating whilst absorbing the atmosphere with friends. Red Square also have special theme nights every week with Hip-Hop on Mondays, Ladies Night on Wednesdays and a different themed night every Friday night. The bar opens its doors at 7pm, with beautiful and charming selection of hostess girls serving a great choice of drinks with ongoing promotions, and even some tasty Thai food and snacks. Their in-house live band, RTB, play live music 6 nights a week, which really gives the atmosphere a special lift. Located in the heart of Walking Street, near to the Lenin Statue with the Mickey Mouse head, the Red Square Bar personifies a chic European-style lounge bar with live music, a quality DJ and a great selection of drinks and snacks. Give it a try, and we’ll guarantee that you’ll quickly become a regular.

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Rolling Live is predominantly known for its live band performances and a crowd that is always excited and ready to dance the night away to a classic selection of Rolling Stones tunes and other popular classic rock and pop ensembles. Their playlist goes from The Kinks to Queen to, naturally, The Stones and everything in between. Rolling Live is all about casting off the problems of the modern world and really enjoying yourself. Audience participation is what makes a visit to Rolling Live so special. The audience are nearly always on their feet, dancing the night away without a care in the world, which is perfectly aligned to the holiday-atmosphere ethos of the bar. Become part of the ultimate party environment on Soi 8, which is something you will go home and tell your friends about.

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ou always get something special from watching a live band perform, something that a DJ spinning records can’t quite match. A quality live band knows when to turn it up a few decibels or to slow down the pace a bit, bouncing off the energy of the onlookers and providing a fantastic night’s worth of entertainment. There are many great live music venues in Pattaya, but only a few that actually hit the spot and take it to the next level. Rolling Live 3 Bar is one such venue that keeps you coming back for more.

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The Rolling Live chain of bars across Pattaya formally known as Rolling Stones, have a fantastic reputation for providing you with a great night out, and let’s face it, that’s all you seek when on holiday… good times and even greater memories. Rolling Live 3 Bar is situated in the heart of Soi 8, Pattaya Beach Road, which is a soi famous for its entertainment zone with a cacophony of girlie bars and restaurants, although no-one on the street can live up to Rolling Live’s reputation. If you are seeking a bar with a live band, why not visit one of the best at the first time of asking?

The Rolling Live chain of bars have a few branches throughout the city, on Soi 8 and 7, and in the heart of the action on Walking Street. The bar’s Happy Hour runs every night from 6pm to 10:30pm where all beer and whiskey are charged at half their original price. How about that for value-for-money? Do something different, have a change from the myriad of girlie bars and go-go bars that fill the city by visiting one of the best live music venues in Pattaya. Let your hair down, get dirty, jig the night away, and most importantly, enjoy yourself at the Rolling Live 3 Bar on Soi 8, Pattaya.

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A DECADE OF INTERACTIVE CHARM

hen you think of the word ‘Windmill’, it conjures up images of the perpetual cycle of life, constantly turning and changing, but ultimately ending up back at the start. Well, at least it does in my twisted imagination. However, when you say the name Windmill in Pattaya, it means something completely different, something inviting, exciting and sensual. The Windmill Agogo in Walking Street is one of the longest established go-go bars in the city, famous for the interaction between the girls and its patrons. The “Pussy Without Attitude” ethos that encapsulates the entire Windmill environment is a thing of wonder. The girls really do play their part with their friendly and interactive attitude that never borders on pushy or aggressive. At Windmill, it does what it says on the box! The touchy-feely disposition of Windmill means guaranteed fun times are afoot. Why bother visiting other go-go establishments when you can get the best at the first time of asking? Windmill has been open for over a decade, which is testament to doing things the right way and giving its customers exactly what they desire.

Located on Soi Diamond just off Walking Street, the club is in the heart of the action and is run by Westerners for Westerners. Benefitting from some of the most beautiful and exotic girls in the city, the staff at Windmill speak several languages such as English, French, German, Japanese and Thai, which ensures that miscommunications are obsolete. With a selection of flat-screen TVs with channels that include Sky Sports, Astro and CTH, you can always catch a live sporting event, especially the English Premier League. Beer, girls and sport create the perfect night out on holiday, or any other day for that matter! The club accepts cash, credit cards, debit and company cards, so there are just as many choices for payment options as there are for the girls. When you are looking for a guaranteed night of interactive excitement, the Windmill Agogo in Pattaya is the place to be. Windmill Facebook alert! As social media is rapidly becoming the place to interact with businesses, The Windmill Agogo invites you to ‘like’ their FB fan-page to get the latest news and promotions right from the horses’ mouth. To interact with the club and make suggestions please visit: https:// www.facebook.com/WindmillClubPattaya?fref=ts

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isiting a go-go bar establishment is one of the things you must do when exploring the city, as its one of the most unique features of the Pattaya Nightlife scene. Whether you are in a group of single guys, or even on holiday with the wife, you need to step foot into a go-go just for the experience. SugarBaby Agogo on Walking Street might be one of the newest in the city, but it certainly is garnering a reputation as one of the most popular. We all love the sweetest things in life, although they are usually bad for your health, but in small doses they create something addictive and exciting, leaving you wanting more, and nowhere is sweeter than SugarBaby Agogo. Girls, good times and memories you can relive forever are guaranteed at SugarBaby. The establishment first opened its doors two years ago and has since become the place to be on Walking Street. The vast selection of drop-dead gorgeous girls on show will blow your socks off, and with a modern interior that is comfortable and classy, this is the ultimate one-stop-shop go-go extravaganza. SugarBaby is more than just girls, as you can also watch every live sporting event that is taking place across the planet on their 4 LED flat-screen TVs with channels that include Sky Sports and CTH, showcasing all the English Premier League

matches as they happen within a joyous and exciting atmosphere. All nationalities are welcome, especially with onsite staff speaking numerous languages such English, Thai, Japanese, French, Tailog (PHILLIPHINES) and Chinese. Maybe you fancy a bit of ‘hands on fun’ with the girls at the club’s play-tables or the indoor Jacuzzi areas. You can even pay your bill with a credit card, debit or company card, allowing you many options. For the ultimate Pattaya go-go experience, SugarBaby Agogo in the heart of Walking Street is essential viewing, so make sure you don’t miss out! ‘Like’ SugarBaby on Facebook SugarBaby utilize the latest social media platforms to not only share their newest innovative ideas and promotions, but also to connect and interact with their customers, both long-standing and potential. To connect with SugarBaby on Facebook, please visit: https:// www.facebook.com/sugarbabyagogopattaya?fref=ts

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t never ceases to amaze us how Pattaya can be so diverse and unique. There are not many things you can’t get in the city, but there is only one establishment that brings the culinary art-form known as Nyotaimori directly to your palate. The recently-launched Tokyo Kids is the one and only Nyotaimori Sushi Bar in the city, bringing excitement, sensuality and delicious sushi served in a unique and unforgettable way. What is Nyotaimori I can hear you say? It is the fascinating Japanese practice of serving sumptuous sushi upon the naked body of a sultry female, also known as naked-body-sushi. Nyotaimori is extremely traditional and is even supposed to be consumed by the Yakuza. Tokyo Kids is the only place in Pattaya that you will find such a tradition, located in a private and secluded side-street just off Soi 8 on Thepprasit Road. You don’t have to be Japanese to enjoy Nyotaimori, as all nationalities are welcomed, and if this is your first time to try, there will be staff on hand to help you through the procedure. Providing a private sanctuary away from prying eyes, the club has various sushi bays, quiet and secluded areas with warm and subdued lighting that include a comfortable and stylish Karaoke room, a large Jacuzzi, a bar and lounge area within a warm and inviting atmosphere. It doesn’t matter if you are by yourself or with a group of friends, as Tokyo Kids will tailor the experience to your preference, although it is wise to call the club and give them 24-hours’ notice to

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prepare everything for you. If you seek a private party, the doors will be locked and you will have the club and girls all to yourself. Try something unique, something sensual and fascinating by experiencing Nyotaimori at Tokyo Kids.

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that to the uninitiated, it may seem like a reason to panic.

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Last but not least, let’s not forget this is the low season. These few months in the middle of summer have always been a bit of a slog and the grey weather certainly doesn’t help improve the mood of the bored agent staring out his shop window. There are some very positive aspects of the current market that are quite encouraging to me. Resale prices in older buildings are going up considerably at the moment. I’ve been calling this for a while – the differential in pricing between the older builds and the off-plans was far too great, so we’re now beginning to see that gap narrow. The View Talay buildings, older Wongamat condos, as well as the older Pratumnak buildings are edging up considerably, particularly with the smaller studio units. Land prices around town are also still climbing at extraordinary levels – from the darkside to Bangsaray to Pratumnak, I’d estimate land prices are growing at a steady 20% a year. This just does not happen in a recessed market.

THE DOLDRUMS OF SUMMER

hile property markets in the West always see a major boost in business during the summer months, Thailand’s low season is in full effect. It certainly has been an interesting year here to say the least and I think most agents and sellers are beginning to see the effects of several influences here. First and foremost, the political situation in Thailand certainly hasn’t done the property market any favours. We began to see the effects of this even in late 2013 and it really did snowball from there. Having said this, most people I speak with here, expats in particular, see the military coup as a positive thing and the steps taken by the ruling junta thus far have been overwhelmingly positive. I think we all expected somewhat of a trickle-down effect from this, so it’s nothing shocking. 56

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The current political situation in Russia/Ukraine has definitely dampened the demand from Russian buyers. With tourist arrivals down 30% year on year and the Russian economy scuppered by sanctions and their economy heading toward a possible recession, even the ones that have showed up in the Land of Smiles are being a bit more shrewd with their hard-earned Rubles. But again, this is hopefully a temporary situation (as most conflicts and sanctions tend to be) and I believe we’ll start to see the numbers coming back in no time at all. The new visa regulations also seem to have gotten some people a bit spooked. I wrote about this at greater length a couple of issues back – in a nutshell, I explained that this is nothing new. In my years here I’ve seen visa regulations change drastically numerous times, only to see everything balance out again. There is no reason to believe this time is any different. However, I do understand

Finally, the amount of enquiries we’re getting for this upcoming high season is at least on par with last years, so I do see these summer doldrums passing us by. As insulated to the world as we’d like to think we are here in Pattaya, sometimes we have to remember they’re not all sunny days. Increased Demand Outside the City Many years ago there seemed to be a bit of a boom out at Phoenix Golf Course. We sold a few houses and pieces of land and I really thought that the area was taking off. It made perfect sense – it’s the closest golf course to the city that offers actual housing and the land prices at the time were only about 4 to 5 million THB per rai backing right on the fairway. But alas, it was as short-lived burst, and while the housing at Phoenix has continued to grow, it certainly hasn’t done so at the levels I expected it to. Fast forward about ten years, and while Phoenix housing is a still quietly moving along, the surrounding area is rapidly growing. The main Huay Yai Road, particularly between Sukhumvit and the big temple several kilometers down is now peppered with signs for new housings estates, and upon further investigating, they are sizeable estates at a healthy end of the market (4 – 10 million THB) and they all seem to be selling rather well to both Thais and expats.

Further down around Silverlake there also seems to be a bit of a boom happening. It’s a nice spot down here and I’m always impressed by how clean the area is, even on the little side sois. There is talk of a high-end golf course going up in this area, and as with everywhere else, land prices have seen a sharp increase over the past couple of years. With the ever-growing population and traffic in Pattaya and Jomtien, it only makes sense that there was going to be a migration of former city dwellers to the further reaches. As far as 30km sounds, most of these more rural areas are easily reachable with a 20 – 30 minute commute from the city. And now with more area attractions reaching out this way, we’ll definitely see more commercial businesses opening up and serving not only the tourists but the local population making it more self-sustainable than it has been in the past.

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The Best Commercial Properties For Sale in Thailand

he real estate market in Pattaya is one of the city’s most competitive market sectors, and some would even say the most impressive and dominating location on the Thailand property scene. Choosing the best real estate agent in Pattaya that suits you is extremely important. The Huntsman Indiathai Company is a group primarily into real estate, wedding planning, construction and property management across Thailand. Although Huntsman Indiathai have a great choice of real estate for sale across the city, they predominantly specialize in the sale/purchase of commercial properties such as hotels, bars, guesthouses and land. The key to success as a real estate agent in Pattaya is to choose to work with the best developers on the condominium market to assure professionalism and quality. Working with high-class developers such as Heights Holdings, Global Top Group, Universal Group and the Tulip Group, Huntsman Indiathai only have the best condominiums in Pattaya for sale.

These developers are well known in the city for creating the best condominium estates every time, delivering high-quality projects to the people of Thailand for quite a long time. It’s all about trust and quality. Huntsman Indiathai Company is headed by Nitin Trikha, who was previously a banker with Standard Chartered Bank. He has over 7 years of banking experience and has been in the real estate world for more than 5 years. The Huntsman Indiathai Company strictly believes that, “To be successful in real estate, you must always and consistently put your clients’ best interest first. When you do, your personal needs will be realized beyond your greatest expectations.” One of the great features regarding Huntsman Indiathai is that if you are a buyer, all the consultancy services are free of charge, meaning buyers do not have to pay for Huntsman Indiathai Real Estate Services. When you are seeking real estate services that put the client first every time, or a place to find the best commercial properties in Thailand, Huntsman Indiathai are a great choice in Pattaya.

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The 650m² building is built on a 254 wah² plot. The house has been superbly built over 3 floors. The ground floor has an indoor and outdoor entertaining area (the outside one having an HDTV that retracts into the ceiling!). There are 2 large bedrooms, each with walk-through wardrobes and huge en-suites. The kitchen is state of the art, with every appliance you could need including an integrated dish washer, and the work surfaces being finished in Corian. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms slightly bigger than the two downstairs, both with balcony’s to catch the morning sun as it comes over the Big Buddha at the summit of Pratumnak Hill. Down in the basement, there is a 15m x 7m fully equipped gymnasium, which will rival any hotels. One of the best aspects of this property is the viewing window from the gym into the swimming pool! The salt water pool is 240,000 litres in size and of course has a Jacuzzi area. There’s also a stocked Koi Carp pool. Did I mention the steam room? Internally and externally the property is fitted out with LED lighting, which is beautiful at night. The owner really has put so much care and attention into this property, with triple depth walls, and so much insulation that even without the air-con on, it’s cool. The whole place is finished in low-maintenance materials, so you won’t be spending time on upkeep. If you want to make a statement, or you just want a superb home, this property offers incredible value.

SALE: 30,000,000 BAHT Contact us for further details, as this won’t last long at this price.

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SC6486 Central Pattaya 1 Bed 1 Bath European Kitchen Gymnasium

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SALE: 11,800,000 BAHT

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SALE: 8,500,000 BAHT

NIRVANA POOL 1 RH6465 3 Bedrooms Land Size: 105m² 3 Bathrooms Secured Village Private Swimming Pool Easy Access Fully Furnished to Sukhumvit Long Term Only

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