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BAR & RESTAURANT GUIDE
12 RETOX BAR REVIEW 14 HISTORY GUIDE 18 GETTING AROUND GUIDE 22 JF KITCHEN & BAR REVIEW 32 THAI COOKING GUIDE 38 PATTAYA RENTACAR REVIEW 40 DISCOUNT COUPON GUIDE 46 10 THINGS TO DO 48 ACTIVITIES GUIDE 54 GOLF COURSE GUIDE 56 COURSE OF THE MONTH GUIDE 56 GOLF INFORMATION GUIDE 58 PATTAYA SPORTS CLUB FEATURE 62 HEALTH & FITNESS GUIDE 64 NIGHTLIFE GUIDE 74 SHOPPING GUIDE 80 KOH CHANG GUIDE 82 KOH LARN GUIDE 84 BUSINESS SERVICES GUIDE 90 VISA INFORMATION GUIDE 94 MEDIA GUIDE
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BAR & RESTAURANT GUIDE
With a wealth of international restaurants offering delicious food, Pattaya is truly the crossroads of cuisine in Asia. French, Mexican, German, ltalian, Indian, Chinese, Scandinavian, Korean, Japanese and of course, Thai plus many other varieties of restaurant are located within the city. For most visitors to Pattaya the experience of new and interesting dishes is an exciting alternative to the traditional foods available at home. However, along with wonderful Thai dishes, one should sample the culinary delights available from other countries. Try “Kimji” a type of Korean spicy salad or maybe “sizzling Fajitas” a popular Mexican dish. Also, why not take this opportunity to find new ways of cooking traditional ingredients… there are now several cooking schools around the city where for a nominal fee you can learn to cook local dishes as well as go shopping to local markets and buy the ingredients you will need. Local specialities include: Tom Yam Gung (spicy prawn soup), Gaeng Kiewan (green spicy curry). If you like your food “hot” then try some of the food served from the vast number of vending carts across the city. At these you can sample such delicacies as: Som Tam (spicy salad) or Hoy Tord (fried mussels or oysters with egg) and the amazing variety of seafood.
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WHERE SPORTS COMES TO LIFE
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RETOX BAR REVIEW
Retox the Premier Bar for the Premier League. Retox Sports Bar in Soi Lengkee has only been open since last July however in that short time we have seen the bar grow from strength to strength to become the market leader in Sports Bar’s across the Pattaya region After the success of our previous Sports Bar in Pattaya, we felt the need for a new challenge and to push the envelope that little bit further. Retox can now boast an impressive 30 flat screen TVs showing a multitude of sport from around the world 24 hours a day. However having lots of ‘goggle boxes’ does not make a Sports Bar alone! Our well thought out menu complements the immersive experience our customers feel, coupled with friendly and attentive staff that makes for a winning combination. We are all well aware of the global economy right now especially here in Pattaya and we take this into consideration, and our prices reflect that, our famous ‘Baht Buster’ breakfast at only 98 THB has proved very popular with well over 100 a day being sold. We serve the cheapest Guinness in Pattaya at 150 THB all day and have a vast array of local and imported beers that start from just 60 THB a bottle or 110 THB for an ice cold pint of Tiger Beer. Retox is now home to the famous ‘Retox Badgers’ to learn more about this crazy new drink come and see us! Above Retox we have 12 air conditioned rooms for rent that all come with 50’’ LCD TV’s , high quality fixtures, fittings and foam mattresses. Rooms are available for rent, Daily, Weekly and Monthly, our rates are among the cheapest in Pattaya. Our bar is very active in the local sports scene and such is the demand we have 5 Pool Team’s, 5 Darts Team’s and 2 football teams , this ensures there is never a dull moment in the bar! Anyone wishing to get involved in one of our teams come and see us for a chat. Retox Radio keeps all our customers up to 12
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date with the latest happenings in and around Pattaya while playing a great mix of music that all ages will enjoy. So if you need your sports fix with some good old Fashioned hospitality in one of the premier sports venues in Pattaya then come and join us and enjoy the complete Retox experience! For more information visit www.retoxpattaya.com
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HISTORY GUIDE
Pattaya also known as Fun City is Thailand’s most popular resort only 90 minutes from Bangkok. Once a sleepy fishing town, Pattaya first boomed as an R&R spot during the Vietnam War and has been a popular tourism destination ever since. Currently, Pattaya is booming and the opening of the Suvarnabhumi Airport has made visiting easier than ever. Pattaya is popular not only as a beach resort and for its entertainment, nightlife and shopping, but also for the broad selection of recreational activities it caters for, from golf and horseback riding to bungee jumping, karting and shooting - not to mention a wide variety of watersports such as scuba diving, jet-skiing, sailing, windsurfing and kite surfing. Pattaya, unlike other beach resorts, shows no respite after sundown, Pattaya’s nightlife is unique and fascinating with Walking Street, South Pattaya in the centre of it all. This is the most popular place to go amongst tourists and expats and you’ll find many go go bars, beer bars, discos, street entertainers and the odd ladyboy. Food is another one of the highlights of any trip to Pattaya. From giant prawns to spicy som tam salad, there is every imaginable cuisine here. Cajun, Chinese, Indian, Italian, English, French, Vietnamese, German, Russian and more. Today Pattaya attracts annually more then a million tourists from all over the world. Pattaya provides high standard hotels, restaurants, sports, entertainment and shopping. It really has it all and a whole lot more. 14
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GETTING AROUND GUIDE
THIS MONTH WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET A FLAT TYRE Punctures are one of those things that we just to have accept in life and unfortunately in Pattaya they are quite common; especially on motorbikes. Although they are an inconvenience they are relatively easy to repair and you can be back on the road in no time at all! Repairs are usually very cheap, certainly in comparison to our home countries with repair shops all over the city just waiting for the next bike to come along waiting for a repair! When people ask what should I do if I get a puncture it seems obvious to say take it to a repair shop but if you are new to the city or new to riding a bike you may not know. Repair shops are fairly easy to spot if you are looking for them but probably not something that you look for everyday. It takes literally minutes for the shop to carry out the repair as they have all the equipment on hand and teams ready and waiting. Sadly, if you do get a puncture it is your responsibility – so please only contact Pattaya Rent a Bike as a last resort. Repairs will be cheap (tire replacement around 400 baht, tire repair around 100 baht) so don’t worry about that and a repair shop will be literally hundreds of metres away from you if you are in the city. Ask a local to point you in the right direction. You won’t need to be able to speak Thai for this one! Just show them the puncture and pointing will get you the desired conclusion pretty quickly! When you are taking the bike to the repair shop you will need to push it rather than ride it. Riding the bike will cause excessive damage to the tyre and inner tube so it may then require new ones rather than just being a simple repair. This will take more time and will be far more costly. Just use your common sense if you do get a puncture, do what you would do at home and remember a repair shop will be very close to you wherever you are in the city and they are often open 24 hours a day. 18
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JF Kitchen & Bar is situated at the heart of Jomtien Beach (Soi Grand). We are a small family-owned restaurant that takes big pride in serving great food an drinks in a in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Welcome here for a nice dinner or just for a drink or a beer. Plus we have rooms for rent starting from 650 Thai Baht per night.
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JF KITCHEN & BAR REVIEW
JF Kitchen & Bar is a fantastic new restaurant that has just opened in the heart of Jomtien Located in Soi Grand, this family owned restaurant is starting to take the area by storm offering a range of Thai, European and Mexican dishes along with a selection of salads, burgers and sandwiches that are sure to satisfy anyone’s taste buds. The chef/cook, Andreas Berg takes great pride in the food that he serves and believes that every dish should be as near to perfect wherever possible. The restaurant offers a warm and friendly atmosphere with visitors coming from all four corners of the globe, all of whom are made to feel equally welcome by the well trained, professional and friendly staff. The great selection of food is complimented by an extensive and very reasonably priced drinks menu that even includes cocktails! This is a great place to come and eat, whether that be the fantastic Kebab Sandwich for brunch, an evening Quesadilla or maybe you are looking to make the most of the daily set lunch menu that is available for just THB199, you are sure to leave feeling pleasantly full and relaxed. Of course, if you are just looking to enjoy a few quite beers and watch the World go by this is the perfect place to do that as well. Due to the fabulous location of the restaurant it is perfect for anyone who is looking to spend the day at the beach or for those people who are looking for somewhere a little quieter to meet at the beginning of night out on the town. Perhaps you looking for a quiet nightcap before bed, then JF Kitchen and Bar has everything and you are sure to walk away with a whole host of new friends and you will be want to come back again and again. 22
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The restaurant is open Monday to Sunday from 8am until 12am (Midnight). It does get full quickly and space can be somewhat limited so reservations are highly recommended especially for larger groups or at busy periods. For more information visit www.jfkb.net
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Thai Red Curry Chicken 4 SERVINGS • PREP TIME: 4 HOURS
THAI COOKING GUIDE INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
230g can sliced bamboo shoots
1kg chicken thigh fillets, cut in half
1 tablespoon brown sugar
114g can Thai red curry paste
140ml can coconut milk
1 cup chicken stock
1/3 cup basil leaves
150g fresh shiitake mushrooms, halved
Steamed rice to serve
1 tablespoon fish sauce
METHOD Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, in batches, for 1 to 2 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to slow cooker. Reduce frying pan heat to low. Add remaining oil to pan. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes or until aromatic. Add stock and stir until curry paste has dissolved. Add mushroom and bamboo shoots. Pour mixture over chicken and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 3 1/2 hours. Combine fish sauce, sugar and coconut milk in a jug. Stir into curry. Cover and cook on high for a further 30 minutes. Stir in basil. Serve over rice. 32
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Welcome to Soi Welcome and to Restaurant Oscar, the newest high quality restaurant in Jomtien. We are proud to serve you the best tastes and flavors for very affordable prices. Our educated Western Chef will make sure about that. At Oscars there’s something for every person and wallet.
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PATTAYA RENTACAR REVIEW
Welcome to Pattaya Rent a Car. Pattaya’s most established and trusted car rental company. Western owned and run, with first class insurance policies, 24 hour breakdown cover and great prices why go anywhere else to rent your car whilst in Pattaya. We have a large selection of vehicles to choose from including saloons, pick up trucks and minibuses. We have a large selection of new vehicles and slightly older ones at reduced rates. All our vehicles are properly maintained and serviced to the manufacturers recommendations. We use Viraiyh Insurance company to cover all our vehicle as this company are Thailand’s leading insurance company and have more offices nationwide then any other insurance company. This is important to us and our customers as it means an accident is quickly dealt with. Although our vehicles are maintained and serviced well, breakdowns do happen. We use Allianz 24 hour Breakdown Assistance so no matter where you are in Thailand someone can help you. At Pattaya Rent a Car we offer a lowest price promise. If you find a quote offering the same vehicle, same insurance, same breakdown cover we will beat it. Guaranteed Our vehicles are insured nationwide and have breakdown cover nationwide so if you are thinking of taking a trip to any other part of Thailand you can be sure you will be covered. Visit www.pattayarentacar.com for more information.
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DISCOUNT COUPON GUIDE
Introducing Pattaya Guide Coupons, an easy way to try new services while getting a discount at the same time. This is our first month offering coupons, and we hope they will be a success as we approach low season. Over the coming months, we would like to add more coupons for all of our readers so if you know of a business or are a business owner who would like to be part of our coupons, please get in touch. We’re looking for coupons in the following categories… Restaurant • Cafe • Bar • Coffee Shop • Hotel • Resort • Spa • Massage Clinic • Health & Beauty • Dental • Optician • Entertainment • Nightclub When using the coupons, please present before ordering or purchase. Also remember, not all Thai staff maybe aware so please have some patience and ask them to contact a senior member of staff.
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10 THINGS TO DO
Pattaya is certainly a unique place in many respects but there are lots of things to do regardless of the time of year that you visit or if you are a long term resident or just here for a short break. Below are just 10 suggestions of things that you could do whilst staying in Pattaya: 1 SANCTUARY OF TRUTH The Sanctuary of Truth is located on Soi 12 at Naklua. The building is an ornate, wooden structure that was completed surprisingly recently given it’s appearance. This is an excellent place to spend time with the family. 2 MIMOSA Mimosa is located in Na Jomtien and is a complex containing a wide variety of shops and restaurants as well offering a number of different shows. 3 NONG NOOCH TROPICAL GARDENS Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens can be found on Sukhumvit Road on the way to Bang Saray which is a few kilometres to the south of Pattaya itself. The gardens have won a number of awards over the years and are extremely well maintained. There are also shops restaurants and a few animals to view. 4 RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT A great day for the family which includes a Haunted Adventure, 12D Moving Theatre, Madam Tussaud’s Wax works and an Infinity Maze to name just a few of the attractions that are on offer!
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5 PLAY GOLF Golf is an excellent pastime wherever you are in the World but with the number of Championship standard courses around Pattaya this really is a great place to play! There are a number of golf societies as well so meeting new friends and getting a few rounds in is easy. 6 SCUBA DIVING There are a number of diving schools in Pattaya so learning is easy! The year round climate also helps but there are a number of wrecks and reefs to be appreciate within a short distance of Pattaya. 7 CARTOON NETWORK WATER PARK The recently opened water park is a great place to spend a day with the family. This modern facility is one of the best in Asia and just a few minutes drive from Pattaya, heading south towards Bang Saray. 8 VISIT KOH LARN Everybody likes to visit the islands and Koh Larn is only about a 40 minute ferry crossing from Bali Hai Pier. The clear waters and sandy beaches are picturesque and appealing so why not make the most of something that is so close by? 9 SILVERLAKE The Silverlake Vineyard is another option to visit with the family. It is located between Pattaya and Bang Chang and has the mountain with a golden Buddha overlooking it. 10 MILLION YEARS STONE PARK AND CROCODILE FARM Located just 15 minutes away from Central Pattaya is place for nature lovers. It takes in everything from plant to mineral as well as the animal kingdom! Feature THEPATTAYAGUIDE 47
ACTIVITIES GUIDE
There’s a wealth of activities to enjoy during your stay. If you’re the watersports type, then check out both Jomtien and Pattaya beaches where you can find windsurfing, parasailing, jet skis and canoeing, the mild to strong winds make for excellent windsurfing and sailing conditions throughout the year. ART IN PARADISE Art in Paradise is a three-dimensional art gallery located on Pattaya 2nd Road. The gallery displays more than one hundred three-dimensional painting with the area of 6,000 square meters. It is divided into more than ten zones including Aqua zone, Safari Zone, Classic Art Zone, Ayutthaya zone, Egypt zone, Surrealism zone, Dinosaur zone and Thai zone. Opening Times: 9am to 9pm. Admission Fee: Adults 500 baht; Children 300 baht. Website: www.artinparadise.co.th CARTOON NETWORK The Cartoon Network Amazone water park is located in Bang Saray, about 15 minutes drive to the south of Pattaya and features a total of nine entertainment zones that are based on Cartoon Network’s shows. Six zones are already completed with the remaining three due to open later in the future. When everything is completed it is reputed to be the largest water park in Asia. Opening Times: 10am to 6pm. Admission Fee: Adults 1,590 baht; Children 1,190 baht. Website: www.cartoonnetworkamazone.com
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NONG NOOCH GARDEN Located approximately 18km south of Pattaya, the Garden can be reached by taking a left turn from Sukhumvit Road at the Km 163 marker. The Garden is a sprawling recreation park in a typical Thai setting. A group of traditional Thai pavilions and gardens of different flowering plants are positioned around the beautifully landscaped site. Opening Times: 8am to 6pm. Admission Fee: Adults 300 baht; Children 150 baht. Website: www.nongnoochtropicalgarden.com THE COLOSSEUM PATTAYA The Colosseum Cabaret Show located on Threprassit Road in Jomtien is the largest ladyboy (transvestite) show in the whole of Asia with a seated capacity of over 1000, 350 of which are classed as VIP seats. All of the seats are located in a semi circle to ensure that all visitors have an unobstructed view. The Colosseum is well located in Jomtien so there is easy access to theatre especially for visitors coming from out of town. The Colosseum, needless to say is designed to look like the Colosseum in Rome and came in at a cost of around THB400 million. The show itself describes itself as ‘glitzy and glamorous’ with spectacular costumes are well choreographed dance routines. Show Times: 6pm / 7:30pm / 9pm Admission Fee: VIP 1,200 baht; Deluxe 1,000 baht. Website: www.colosseumshowpattaya.com
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THE SRI RACHA TIGER FARM The farm, which is situated at 20km marker on highway No.36, raises a large number of Bengal tigers, as well as large crocodiles. Visitors will be amazed to witness tigers, pigs and dogs living together in the same quarters. Times: 8am to 6pm. Admission Fee: Adults 450 baht; Children 250 baht. Website: www.tigerzoo.com MILLION YEAR STONE PARK AND CROCODILE FARM The Million Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm, which is located approximately 9km from Pattaya City and has beautifully landscaped grounds with elaborate flower and rock gardens in addition the farm has hundreds of crocodiles as well as some rare animals. Crocodile shows, magic performances and animal shows run 7 times a day from 9am till 5pm. Times: 8am to 5pm. Admission Fee: Adults 300 baht; Children 150 baht. Website: www.thaistonepark.org SANCTUARY OF TRUTH The compound, which covers an area of more than two rais, is situated by the sea at Laem Ratchawet on Naklua Road in North Pattaya. Within the compound is a gigantic temple like structure entirely made of wood that is 105 metres high at the highest point which was constructed to withstand wind and sunshine on the seashore, with exquisite architectural features, the sanctuary was conceived out of the vision that human civilization has been achieved and nurtured by religious and philosophical truths. Times: 8am to 5pm. Admission Fee: Adults 500 baht; Children 250 baht. Website: www.sanctuaryoftruth.com
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GOLF COURSE GUIDE
1 Bangpakong |18 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 3
038 500 500
2 Bangpra International | 18 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 4
038 341 149-50
13 Pattavia Century | 18 hole par 72 Course 3 Clubhouse 3 081 304 1545 14 Phoenix Country Club | 27 hole par 72 Course 5 Clubhouse 5 038 239 400
3 Burapha Golf Club | 36 hole par 72 15 Pleasant Valley | 18 hole par 72 Course 5 Clubhouse 4 085 288 8226-7 Course 3 Clubhouse 3 038 110 778-9 4 Crystal Bay Golf Club | 27 hole par 72 16 Plutaluang | 36 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 349 370-4 Course 3 Clubhouse 3
080 209 9175
5 Eastern Star Golf Club | 18 hole par 72 17 Rayong Country Club | 36 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 630 410-6 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 626 148 6 Emerald Golf Club | 18 hole par 72 18 Rayong Green Valley | 18 hole par 72 Course 3 Clubhouse 3 086 816 2992 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 030 660-2 7 Green Wood | 27 holes par 72 19 Royal Lakeside | 18 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 3 038 263 158-60 Course 4 Clubhouse 3 038 573 275 8 Khao Kheow C.C. | 27 hole par 72 20 St Andrews 2000 | 18 holes par 74 Course 5 Clubhouse 5 038 318 000 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 030 660-2 9 Laem Chabang | 27 hole par 72 21 Siam Country Club-Old | 18 holes par 72 Course 5 Clubhouse 5 038 372 273 Course 5 Clubhouse 5 038 909 700 10 Mountain Shadow | 18 hole par 72 22 Siam Plantation | 18 hole par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 4 038 389 210-6 Course 5 Clubhouse 5 038 909 600 11 Pattana Sport Club | 27 hole par 73,74 23 Siam Waterside | 18 holes Par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 5 038 318 999 Course 4 Clubhouse 3 038 909 400 12 Pattaya Country Club | 18 hole par 72 24 Treasure Hills | 18 holes Par 72 Course 4 Clubhouse 3 038 423 718-9 Course 4 Clubhouse 3 038 420 766-7
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COURSE OF THE MONTH GUIDE Designer: Thai Takenaka Course: 27 Hole Par 72 Distance: 7009 Yards
CRYSTAL BAY GOLF CLUB
One of the best manicured course in the area with 27 holes of wide fairways, fast greens and picturesque lakes with beautiful flowers this course is always a favourite to play. Water fringes the course on all sides and with gently undulating fairways the course is complete in every way. The experienced caddies will be sure to make your great day out an unforgettable one. Facilities include a Clubhouse with sweeping views of the course, Thai and International Restaurant, Driving Range, Sports Club and Pro Shop.
GOLF INFORMATION GUIDE Pattaya’s best kept secret is undoubtedly the quality and value of its golf courses. There are 20 championship standard courses within 45 minutes of Pattaya, designed by the very best golf architects and designers. Clubhouse facilities are excellent with everything you might need and more, including great restaurants, swimming pools, massage facilities, superb shower and locker rooms. All courses provide caddies to guide you through your round with words of advice and encouragement. Quite simply, golfing in Pattaya is a match for anywhere in the world at a fraction of the cost with each course offering a fantastic experience for golfers of all abilities (with no course requiring a handicap card). So, whether you are a low handicap golfer, one who enjoys a challenge or a complete novice there is no better place to play than the courses around Pattaya. 56
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Pattaya Sports Club is so much more than sport, however most of our over 8,500 paid up members are avid golfers. GOLF Pattaya Sports Club is so much more than sport, however most of our over 8,500 paid up members are avid golfers. The best way to describe Pattaya Sports Club golf members is that we are a golfing community. Our members are likeminded people, enjoying the social aspect of golf as well as playing, our members are very diverse from all walks of life and working backgrounds, we are made up of many people from all over the world. About 80% of our members are holiday makers who come to our great city for several weeks or months a year and enjoy what this all encompassing destination has to offer. From a vibrant nightlife, some great beaches just out of town, great shopping and the best golf courses on the Eastern Seaboard. Most expat golfing members live here year round and like all our members enjoy some great all year round benefits such as heavily reduced golf fees and benefits from our discount providers. When you have the buying power of around 8,500 golfers people are willing to negotiate. With so many great courses it’s hard to choose where to play and that is where our Golf Partners really help. Most operate from venues that are intent on having a good time, a few drinks, organized transport, and a competition if you like and a feeling of mateship. If you’re a solo golfer no problem, as a member you quickly make friends and it’s easy to become part of our community. 58
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We are non discriminatory and many of our members support other Golfing Groups in the area such as the Pattaya Armature Golf Series (PAGS) in their monthly completion. As we say it’s a golfing community. OTHER SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES We have an active fishing group that regularly goes out and yes they catch fish. It’s all organized, turn up and catch fish. A great day on the water! What about Ten Pin Bowling, badminton, cricket or softball? All organized. CHARITY Each year the Club donates about 3 million Baht to worthwhile projects. Our major ongoing initiative is Vision Care where we supply the neediest of children in the community with free eye examinations and supply prescription glasses. Other charitable works include fresh drinking water purification systems to schools, school uniform and shoes, work books, writing aids, and medical equipment to underfunded local medical centers. Visit our website or Facebook page and see what Pattaya Sports Club has to offer youI For more info visit www.pattayasports.org or fb.com/pattayasportsclub
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Our members enjoy organized golf most days of the week with super discounts at over 20 courses.
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HEALTH & FITNESS GUIDE
A healthy lifestyle can be achieved anywhere in the world and Pattaya is certainly one of the most popular places people choose to stay fit and in shape. Thailand has a tropical climate and is therefore ideal for the pursuit of outdoor activities: volleyball, soccer, sailing plus many more. However, for and in indoor healthy lifestyle, Pattaya is also among the best and the vast number of 5 star health massage organisations, beauty parlours, plastic surgery clinics, spas and fitness centre mean that Pattaya really is the place to improve your overall health and look. Many people now choose to partake of the various treatments from facials, to waxing and detox to botox in order to gain that healthier looking body and due to the current price of treatments in many western countries, Thailand has found itself an entire new market in patients arriving for plastic surgery treatment and general medical operations which in their own country would cost much more than locally in Thailand.
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NIGHTLIFE GUIDE
As you would expect from one of the most exciting vacation destinations in the world. Pattaya offers the visitor a kaleidoscope of entertainment possibilities. Live music & be enjoyed at several clubs around the city. These venues provide the visitor with wonderful atmosphere, cold beer & cocktails & the opportunity to see artists from various parts of the world playing a wide selection of popular & new music. There are also a number of traditional nightclubs in the city. These nightspots also offer live entertainment… the live music is usually performed by Thai singers & bands with regular interludes where the resident DJ will play a selection of dance/house or other forms of music.
For visitors who like to sit back & watch a truly spectacular show, check out Alcazar & Tiffany’s located on 2nd Road, Pattaya. These are the lady-boy shows, where the singers perform in a vast array of costumes & sing their way through songs in several languages. A little outside Pattaya you will find the Alangkarn Extravaganza. A show which features animals, pyrotechnics, acrobats etc. Alangkarn is now creating itself as one of the “must see” shows for visitors. 64
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BAR CLUB LA POSTE
Easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. This is deliberate as discretion is the name of the game. Outside what appears to be closed door, features a sign with opening times, and a door bell. Ring the bell and a waitress will open the door and you can then enter. The bar has a red interior with open brick decor, reminiscent of an English pub from a long time ago. So if you’re in the mood to see an alternative postal service in Pattaya, come down to the Post Office on Soi Lengkee. Located on Soi Lengkee opposite Retox just off Pattaya Third Road. Opening hours: 1:30pm to 2:00am daily. Request free VIP card that entitles you to your first drink free! THE TELEPHONE BAR
The oldest Gentleman’s club in Pattaya, first opening their doors some 11 years ago! Welcome to The Bar Téléphone The girls were extremely helpful and explained that there was a VIP card which can be purchased for only 250 baht which entitles you to your first drink FREE. Le bar était similaire à La Poste en ce qu’il avait un mobilier de luxe rouge et décor de briques rouges apparentes, encore une fois, il lui a fait penser à son vieux pub préféré à Londres. Located on a quiet Soi in South Pattaya known as Soi Batman.
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SHOPPING GUIDE
Pattaya has numerous large malls, small malls, supermarkets, bazaar-style markets, and thousands of other shops. Expect to find plenty of clothes shops and coffee shops but do not expect to find variety as most shops are selling the same things. Pattaya actually has a long way to go to catch up with Bangkok for variety and volume of shops but it is trying with several new shopping centres opening in recent years, and there’s more to come.
Bargaining is a way of life here but don’t worry if you don’t know your Thai numbers as most shop keepers will carry a calculator to show the price. As a general rule what ever their first price is, half it and you will be closer to what they are actually willing to sell the item for. If you are not happy then simply walk away as the shop keeper down the street will be selling the same thing. Try to have some fun when bargaining because if the shop keeper likes you they may give you a better price and never get aggressive, it doesn’t pay.
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KOH CHANG GUIDE
The island of Koh Chang is a tropical marine national park. It consists of over 70% rainforest and is the best preserved tourist holiday destination in Thailand. Situated four hours from Pattaya, Koh Chang Thailand’s second largest island after Phuket. Recently, with the surge of development and popularity, it has been elevated to Thailand’s new tourist haven. It has white sandy coves and beaches, pristine rain forests and abundance of wildlife and marine life, high mountain peaks, several scenic waterfalls, a rich variety of cuisine and great nightlife. Accommodation ranges from simple beach huts and bungalows to luxury villas and apartments. If you drive, you can hire motorbikes, jeeps and cars to take you to any of the beaches along the coastal roads and, in the evening, there are plenty of restaurants, live music bars and nightclubs to choose from to spice up your stay. ACCOMMODATION Paddy’s Palms Resort, 32 room resort with hot water, air con, TV and fridge. The resort itself has a large swimming pool, excellent parking and is located 5 minutes from Whites Sands Beach. 1000 – 1300 baht. Palm Garden Hotel, a small 12 room hotel with hot water, air con, TV and fridge. Just 50m from the beach in the heart of the main tourist spot, White Sands Beach. RESTAURANTS 15 Palms, a beautiful beach side restaurant on White Sands Beach serves European food with everything from pizzas, salads, pasta, burgers and of course Thai food. Paddy’s Palms, Koh Chang’s first Irish Pub is a well managed pub with a great atmosphere. They have a pool table, wireless internet, live sport on big screens, great Italian coffee, traditional Irish dishes, Kilkenny and Guinness on tap. The restaurant is the most popular on the Island and must be visited. 80
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KOH LARN GUIDE
Koh Larn is a small island in the Gulf of Thailand about 7km off the coast of Pattaya Beach. The Island is about 4km long and 2km wide and at it is about 180 meters high at the highest point. The terrain is mostly mountainous which is covered in most part with heavy vegetation. Infrastructure is mainly narrow roadways covered with brick pavers. Some of the roadways are very steep and only wide enough for two motorbikes to pass by each other, but most roads are suitable for regular traffic. Koh Larn has six main beaches and a few smaller beaches for visitors to enjoy. All the beaches are of white sand and clear blue waters. There are many water sport activities at each of the beaches. There are also many other activities such as parasailing for you to enjoy while visiting Koh Larn. All the beaches have full facilities such as bathrooms and showers. Then there are the restaurants that serve up delicious fresh catch of the day seafood or just about any other dish you may desire. You can choose to order your meal in the restaurant or straight from your beach lounger. Yes, a day on Koh Larn can be a very relaxing experience, with the gentle sounds of the ocean and without all the noise of the city. There are many resorts on the island of Koh Larn, they range from budget rooms to luxury accommodations one of the best is Suntosa Resort. While room rates are a little higher on the island than in Pattaya or Jomtien it is well worth the experience of spending the night on the island of Koh Larn. Some people like Koh Larn so much they end up staying there for extended periods like months and years. 82
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BUSINESS SERVICES GUIDE
Thai Business Help established since March 2010, has been helping hundreds of expats and tourists from around the world with all types of business services including visa applications, extensions and renewals. Respected for offering the best advice when setting up a business in Pattaya, they are renowned for the best value too, just look at their prices. Not only that, they are well known and trusted within the expat community. All too often, we hear of horror stories of customers who have chosen business service providers who deliberately offer poor advice so they can charge more, high rates and hidden costs, and worse of all, a slow service that takes months. This type of treatment reflects badly on the industry and has a negative impact in the growth of Pattaya as a leading tourist destination. We have collated industry average prices you should expect to pay ANNUAL AUDIT Should take no more than 2 weeks to complete. Non-trading: 12-15,000 THB. Trading to 2m: 15-18,000 THB. COMPANY SETUP Should take no more than 3 days to setup. Registered 1m capital: 13-15,000 THB. Registered 2m capital: 18-20,000 THB. For further advice, we recommend Thai Business Help.
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VISA INFORMATION GUIDE
Visas are probably the one thing that causes most confusion in Thailand. It seems that the rules regarding visas change on an almost daily basis and sometimes even depending on who you see or the questions that you ask. Whilst it is impossible to give any sort of advice when Immigration Officers are acting on a ‘whim’ it is possible to explain what visas are available in Thailand. Below is a simple guide to the general types of Visa that you can get for your stay in Thailand. VISA ON ARRIVAL This is the visa that is given to you at the airport when you arrive in Thailand. This is a form of tourist visa that grants you 30 days stay in the Kingdom. This can be extended at immigration for up to a maximum of 30 days. TOURIST VISA A 60 day Tourist Visa is obtain from a Thai Embassy (outside of Thailand) prior to your travel to the Kingdom. The visa can be single or multi entry. Again it is possible to extend this visa at Immigration although extensions are not always guaranteed. NON IMMIGRANT VISA This is valid for 90 days and is usually a single entry visa. There are a number of visas in this category although the most common are B (for the purposes of work), ED (for the purpose of education), O (to visit family residing in Thailand) or OA (for a retirement visa). The single entry visa is usually obtained in your home country prior to travel and then will be extended at the Immigration Department once you are in Thailand.
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VISA INFORMATION GUIDE
BUSINESS VISA This is the Non Immigrant B Visa that you will obtain from Immigration. This allows you to get a work permit and conduct business legally in Thailand. Once you have this visa you will need to report to the Immigration Department once every 90 days. MARRIAGE VISA To obtain a Marriage Visa you must be legally married and have THB400,000 in a Thai bank account. There are several documents that you will need to produce such as your marriage certificate, proof of funds, copy of your spouse’s Tabian Baan and a map to your home in Thailand. RETIREMENT VISA To obtain a retirement visa in Thailand you must be over 50 years of age, not working and have THB800,000 in a Thai Bank or an income of THB65,000 per month or combination of the two. PERMANENT RESIDENT VISA To qualify for this visa you must have been living in Thailand for 3 consecutive, 1 year visas. If you are married to a Thai for over 5 years you need an income of THB30,000 per month and if you are single THB80,000 per month. All information is correct at time of writing but subject to change. Please seek professional advice from Thai Business Help for further details
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MEDIA GUIDE
We know that most of you have come to Thailand to relax, enjoy the weather and unwind. The last thing you want to worry about is keeping up with all the things that Pattaya has to offer, trust us that’s a full time job in itself. Well lucky for you there are lots and lots of media services that do this hard work for you If you are looking for up to date information on what’s going on in Pattaya, what’s new and the places to be then check out our media section and all it has to offer The collection of different media services in pattaya will guide you through golfing events, promotions, exclusive discounts, late night venues, sight seeing tours and so much more And illustrated in creative, innovative and exciting mediums
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WHAT’S ON THIS MONTH
WHAT’S ON IN PATTAYA: APRIL PATTAYA GUIDE. We have teamed up with ‘Inspire’ to bring you the best events in Pattaya throughout the month of April. InspirePattaya.Com operate on all digital platforms and have the daily ‘What’s On Show’ that airs on Pattaya Channel TV. EVENTS DIFFER SUMMER FRESH APRIL 15-19 This cool music event returns to differ Pub in nth pattaya. See some of the best thai performers. April 15th Vina, April 16th Kronic/jetfire, April 17th is paradox with dj beatz, on the 18th is the super popular Thaitanium group and to round out the party Aof Pongsak on the 19th. SONGKRAN FESTIVAL 19TH APRIL Songkran Festival is celebrated throughout Thailand between the 13th ~ 15th of April, but in Pattaya celebrations continue for even more days until 19th of April and this extension is traditionally called “Wan Lai” festival which literally means “the day that flows”. 2016 TOP OF THE GULF REGATTA AT OCEAN MARINA 3OTH APRIL TO 4TH MAY The 12th Top of the Gulf Regatta Presented by Ocean Marina will showcase the Gulf of Thailand’s world-class sailing credentials when sailors from around the world descend on Ocean Marina Yacht Club from 30th April to 4th May, 2016 for the penultimate regatta in the Asian Yachting Grand Prix series of championship events.
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OFFERS WALKABOUT CREEK: Great place for a beer and home of the NRL and AFL. If your hungry there is a tasty menu of aussie treats available. There located Cnr of Pattaya tai and 3rd road. Nice spot to watch the world go by. SHOOTERS BAR AND GUESTHOUSE SOI 7 From 6pm-930pm everyday is happy hour. 6 shot buckets, choose from whiskey, gin, rum or vodka 165 baht. Beer buckets, 4 bottles for 320 baht. BAAN TONG TONG RESORT Located in a quiet neighborhood, 10 minutes from Central Pattaya. Great rooms available, if you need a bed. Have a beer with Aussie micky, or a swim in the pool. There is also a bbq available if you fancy a cook up. TUESDAYS @ALL AMERICAN DINNER AND A MOVIE. Dinner for two. Your choice of chicken wings, two entrée’s, steak dinner, pork chop dinner or chicken strip dinner, and two side salads, two additional sides plus two movie tickets for only 1000 baht. MURPHYS LAW – SOI KHAO NOI Ham off the bone Succulent virginian ham with 2 fried eggs garden peas and chunky chips 195 baht @ Murphys law located on the darkside SPORTSMANS 249 BAHT PIZZA AND PASTA BUFFET Situated in Soi 13, between Beach Road and Second Road, the Sportsman Pub and Restaurant has become an institution in Pattaya. Opened in 1997, the emphasis is on traditional and home-cooked English pub fare with all the trimmings.
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ASIA BOOK 3rd Floor, Central Festival, Beach Road/2nd Road
FOODLAND Central Pattaya Road
MAILBOX SHOP Ground Floor, Big C Extra, Pattaya Klang
TK BOOKS Soi Post Office (Soi 13), Pattaya
BEST SUPERMARKET North Pattaya Road (Dolphin Roundabout)
BOONRUNGRAUNG Beach Road, Pattaya (close to Walking Street)
KRUNG BOOK Soi Buakhao (near Soi Lengkee)
DK BOOKMART Beach Road, Central Pattaya (small Dolphin circle)
KODAK PHOTO SHOP Entrance Soi 6, Jomtien Beach Road
NEW XPRESS In front of Kasikorn Bank, Jomtien Beach Road (Soi 2)
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USEFUL NUMBERS GUIDE
Please text any useful phone numbers that you come across to 0859 459 689 EMERGENCIES Pattaya City Phone Center 1337 Sawang Boriboon Foundation 038 222 474 or 1669 Tourist Police 038 425 937 or 1155 Pattaya Immigration 038 410 24 Police Station (Pattaya) 038 420 802-5 Police Station (Jomtien) 038 232 330-1 Police Station (Banglamung) 038 221 331 Fire Brigade (Pattaya) 038 425 943 or 199 Fire Brigade (Naklua) 038 221 000 Alarm Response & Security 0854 356 111 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 648 479
HOSPITALS Hospital (Bangkok- Pattaya) 1719 Hospital (Banglamung) 038 429 244 Hospital (Pattaya International) 038 428 374-5 Hospital (Pattaya Memorial) 038 488 777 TRANSPORT Bus Station (to Bangkok) 038 429 877 Pattaya Railway Station 038 429 285 U-Tapao Airport 038 245 593-5 Bangkok Airways 038 412 382 Thai Airways International 038 425 934-7 Suvarnabhumi Airport Phone Centre 021 321 888
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LEARNING THAI GUIDE
AT END OF SENTENCE MEN USE… KRUP WOMEN USE… KA THANK YOU KHORB KHUN HELLO & GOODBYE SAWAT-DEE SEE YOU AGAIN LAO JER GUN
MY NAME IS PHOM CHUE
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THIRTEEN SIB SAM
IT’S OK MAI BEN RAI
TWO SONG
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I DON’T WANT ANY MAI OW KHRAP/KA
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I DON’T HAVE ANY MONEY MAI MEE DTUNG
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22 YEE SIB SONG
GOOD LUCK CHOK DEE
WHERE ARE YOU GOING? BAI NAI?
HOW ARE YOU? SABAI DEE MAI
I DON’T BELIEVE YOU MAI CHUE
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I AM FINE SABAI DEE
REALLY JING
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WHAT IS YOUR NAME? KHUN CHUE ARIA SORRY KHOR THOT
EXPENSIVE/CHEAP PANG/TOOK SORRY SIA JAI
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In this case it means a different thing. Like if someone died or got hurt, you say “phom di chan sia jai” which means “I am sorry”
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23 YEE SIB SAM 24 = 20 + 4 YEE SIB SEE 25 = 20 + 5 YEE SIB HA 100 NUENG ROI 200 SONG ROI 1,000 NUENG PUN
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Bar & Restaurant
Location
Phone Number
Website
Witherspoons
Soi Bhuakhao
038 721 121
www.witherspoonspattaya.com
Sportsman Pub
Soi 13, Pattaya Beach Road 038 710 609
www.sportsmanpub.com
Akvavit
Soi 3, Jomtien Beach Road 038 233 672
www.akvavitjomtien.com
Blue Olive
Soi 8, Trepprasit Road
038 416 285
www.blueolivethailand.com
News Steaks & Grill
Trappraya Road
038 267 174
www.newssteaks.com
Robins Nest
Soi Diana
038 720 194
www.robinsnestpattaya.com
Harrys Bar
LK Metro
098 487 8638
www.harrysbarpattaya.com
Shakariki 432
Pattaya Second Road
093 640 6223
www.shakariki432.com
Murphys Pub
Soi Khao Noi, East Pattaya 084 100 9016
www.murphysirishpub.asia
All American Restaurant
Avenue Shopping Centre
038 410 511
www.allamerican.restaurant
JF Kitchen & Bar
Jomtien Beach Road
091 570 8468
www.jfkb.info
Lotus Bar
Soi 4, Pratumnak
038 250 508
www.lotusbar-pattaya.com
Blue Heeler
Soi Lengkee
098 968 1472
www.blueheelerpattaya.com
I Rovers
LK Metro
038 489 494
www.i-rovers.com
Food Delivery
Location
Phone Number
Website
Nick the Pizza
038 373 418
www.nickthepizza.com
Waiters on Wheels
038 410 699
www.wowpattaya.com
Door 2 Door
038 720 222
www.door2doorpattaya.com
Accommodation
Location
Phone Number
Website
Blue Heeler
Soi Lengkee
098 968 1472
www.blueheelerpattaya.com
Robins Nest
Soi Diana
038 720 194
www.robinsnestpattaya.com
Suntosa
Koh Larn
038 434 002
www.suntosaresort.com
Leisure
Location
Phone Number
Website
Bear Gym
Jomtien
093 337 2575
www.bear-gym.com
Diana Golf Range
Sukhumvit Soi 32
038 412 228
www.dianapattaya.co.th
Pattaya Sports Club
3rd Road, Pattaya
038 361 137
www.pattayasports.org
Jomtien Sauna
Soi Watboonkanjana
083 743 1817
www.jomtiensauna.com
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Business Services
Location
Phone Number
Website
Thai Business Help
Soi Khao Noi
089 543 4424
www.thaibusinesshelp.com
The Party Shop
Welcome Town
Bizpaye Pattaya
Sukhumvit, Next to Big C
Wiggle Town
Welcome Town
091 206 1316
www.kidscastle.club
Defence International
Soi Siam Country Club
085 435 6111
www.thailand-security.com
CTBS
Soi 13, Pattaya Beach Road 038 711 022
Voova Group
Sukhumvit
Five Star Visa Runs
Soi 13, Pattaya Beach Road 038 416 088
www.fivestarvisaruns.com
Key Visa
Sukhumvit, Next to Big C
038 422 131
www.keyvisathailand.com
Media
Location
Phone Number
Website
Inspire Pattaya
Pratumnak Soi
038 250 030
www.inspirepattaya.com
Muttz Nutz
Soi Lengkee
092 051 5160
www.muttz-nutz.com
Real Radio
Soi Lengkee
092 051 5160
www.muttz-nutz.com
Kiss FM
South Pattaya
038 427 585
www.pattayapeople.com
Enjoy Cards
038 412 067
www.voovagroup.com
084 677 4360
Newspaper Direct
038 716 062
www.newspaperdirect-asia.com
Real Estate
Location
Phone Number
Website
Siam Oriental
Pratumnak
085 085 8284
www.siamoriental.net
Homes Direct
Soi Khao Noi
080 643 8776
www.homesdirect.asia
The Cube
Pratumnak
085 395 2021
www.cubepattaya.com
Jomtien Realty
Jomtien
085 910 5124
www.jomtien-realty.com
099 240 0010
www.universalthailand.com
Universal Group Centara Avenue
Central Pattaya
038 724 308
www.tulipgroup.co.th
Car & Bike Rental
Location
Phone Number
Website
Pattaya Rent a Car
Pratumnak
083 077 6928
www.pattayarentacar.com
Pattaya Rent a Bike
Pratumnak
086 332 9077
www.pattayarentabike.com
Adventure & Activies
Location
Phone Number
Website
Pattaya Park Water Park
Trappraya Road
038 251201-8
www.pattayapark.com
Mini Siam
Sukhumvit Rd
038-727333
www.minisiam.com
Business Directory THEPATTAYAGUIDE 111
BUSINESS DIRECTORY (Continued) Sriracha Tiger Zoo
Sriracha
038 296556-8
www.tigerzoo.com
Ripley's Believe It or Not
Central Pattaya
038 710 294
www.ripleysthailand.com
Underwater World Pattaya Sukhumvit Rd
038 756 879
www.underwaterworldpattaya.com
Cinema
Location
Phone Number
Website
Major Cineplex
Central Pattaya
02-515-5555
www.majorcineplex.com
SFX Cinema Pattaya Beach Central Pattaya
033-003-555
www.sfcinemacity.com
Banks
Location
Phone Number
Website
Bangkok Bank
Central Pattaya
038 488 290
www.bangkokbank.com
Siam Commercial Bank
Sukhumvit Road
038 611 329
www.scb.co.th
Thanachart Bank
Central Pattaya
038 003 571
www.thanachartbank.co.th
Bank of Ayudhaya
Central Pattaya
038 373 420
www.krungsri.com
Kasikorn Bank
Naklua Road
038 225 660
www.kasikornbank.com
Bank of Ayudhaya
South Pattaya Road
038 425 524
www.krungsri.com
Siam Commercial Bank
Pattaya 2nd Road
038 423 354
www.scb.co.th
Bangkok Bank
Sukhumvit Road
038 611 137
www.bangkokbank.com
Krung Thai Bank
South Pattaya Road
038 425 325
www.ktb.co.th
Bangkok Bank
Pattaya 2nd Road
038 410 425
www.bangkokbank.com
Thai Military Bank
Central Pattaya
038 411 935
www.tmbbank.com
Other Useful Numbers
Location
Phone Number
Website
Pattaya Florist
Soi Chaiyapruck 1
038 376 074
www.pattayaflorist.com
Isan Flowers
Pattaya 3rd Road
038 421 773
www.isanflowers.com
Canterbury Tales Bookshop Soi Chaiyapoon
038 720 946
www.canterburytalescafe.com
Liberty Computer Repair
Pattaya 3rd Road
038 360 400
www.liberty-computers.com
Pattaya Job Centre
Pattaya 3rd Road
038 360 371
www.pattayajobcentre.com
Thai Business Help
Soi Khao Noi
0895 434 424
www.thaibusinesshelp.com
Web & Graphic Design
Location
Phone Number
Website
OPEN Design Studio
Soi Khao Noi
0890 160 077
www.opendesign.studio
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Hotels
Location
Phone Number
Website
Sandalay Hotel
Pattaya Beach Soi 2
038 422 660-3
www.sandalayresort.com
Markland Hotel
Pattaya Beach Road
038 411 244
www.markland-pattaya.com
Mike Orchid Resort
Pattaya Beach Soi 4
038 362 500
www.mike-orchid-resort.com
Hong Residance
Pattaya Beach Soi 4
038 489 278-9
www.hong-residence-hotel.com
Sabai Inn
Pattaya Beach Soi 2
038 361 839
www.sabaiinn.com
Sabai Lodge
Pattaya Beach Soi 2
038 361 836
www.sabailodge.co.th
Chaming Inn
Pattaya Beach Soi 3
038 429 477
www.charminginnhotel.com
One Mansion
Pattaya Beach Soi 3
038 261 569
www.pattayaone.com
Sunshine Vista
Pattaya Beach Soi 3
038 414 760
www.sunshinevista.com
Summer Spring
Pattaya Beach Soi 1
038 415 868
www.summerspringhotel.com
Bay House
Pattaya Beach Soi 1
Crown Pattaya
Pattaya Beach Soi 1
038 361 100
www.crown-pattaya-beach-hotel.com
Flipper Lodge
Pattaya Beach Soi 8
038 426 401
www.flipperhotels.com
Eastiny Inn
Pattaya Beach Soi 8
038 361 101
www.eastinypattaya.com
Neo Hotel
Thappaya Rd. Soi 12
038 059 514
www.neopattaya.com
Jomtien Plaza
Jomtien Beach Rd.
081 161 2605
www.jomtienplaza.com
Lek Jomtien
Jomtien Beach Rd. Soi 7
038 231 753-4
www.lekhotel.com
Jomtien Thip
Jomtien Beach Rd. Soi 7
Splendid Resort
Jomtien Beach Rd.
038 756 534
www.splendidthailand.com
Silver Sand Villa
Jomtien Beach Rd.
038 232494-7
www.silversandvilla.com
Boathouse
Jomtien Beach Rd.
038 756 143
www.jomtien-boathouse.com
Sabai Wing
Pattaya Beach Soi 2
038 361 836
www.sabaiwing.com
Sabai Empress
Pattaya Beach Soi 2
038 361 836
www.sabaiempress.com
Bella Villa Metro
Naklua Soi 24
038 427 061
www.bellavillapattaya.com
Best Western
Naklua Soi 24
038 427 061
www.bestbellapattaya.com
Woodland Suites
Naklua Soi 22
038 052 299
www.woodlandssuites.com
Holiday Inn
Pattaya Beach Road Soi 1
038 725 555
www.holidayinn-pattaya.com
Amari
Pattaya Beach Road Soi 1
038 418 418
www.amari.com
Royal Cliff
Phratumnak Hill
038 250 421
www.royalcliff.com
www.bay-house-condominiums.com
www.jomtientripcondo.com
Business Directory THEPATTAYAGUIDE 113
INSURANCE GUIDE
Do you feel lucky today? The concept of risk We all face risk. The possibility of injury, illness, death, or property destruction each and every day. Although you can never eliminate risk, you can guard against financial loss by shifting part of your financial risk to a larger entity (your insurance company) that’s in the business of dealing with that risk. In return for your payment of premiums, your insurance company agrees to pay you (and/or others) a certain amount of money for a specified loss. This loss may or may not occur, so both sides gamble. Still, the potential benefits of insurance may be well worth the cost. YOU CAN LIMIT OR ELIMINATE SOME OF YOUR RISKS WITH THE RIGHT TYPE OF INSURANCE Consider the possible losses associated with each risk you’ve identified. For example, assume you have a spouse, two minor children, a mortgage, and various debts and expenses. If you die within the next few years, how much money will your spouse need to pay off the debts, meet expenses, and perhaps even send the children to college? Or what if your 68-year-old spouse (or parent) suddenly suffers a stroke and requires around-the-clock care in a nursing home? How will you pay for it? Macallan Insurance Brokers know how important it is to have the peace of mind knowing that you, your family and all your possessions are fully protected. For almost 30 years Jack and his team have made sure that this has been the case by providing the professional services. For more information visit www.macallanbroker.com
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Accidents can happen
When accidents happen, we’re here to provide hands-on help with your claim, and our staff will assist you at the police station, hospital or at your home. We offer House, Health, Car, and Travel Insurance plus Marine, and Liability Insurance. Macallan Insurance Broker Company Limited Office 63/14-15 Moo 10 South Pattaya Road Mobile 0817 619 871 Phone 038 427 904 • 038 427 905 • 038 424 534 Email info@macallanbroker.com Web macallanbroker.com
PROPERTY GUIDE
Pattaya is a beach resort with city status, with something for everyone. Year round tropical climate, there are hospitals, schools, shopping malls and supermarkets. Add in the low cost of living in Pattaya, the friendliness, warmth and hospitality of the Thai people, and this makes Pattaya City an extremely popular choice for a secondary home or retirement The last decade has seen a massive growth in the number of people, particularly from the West, investing in property overseas. Some buy principally as an investment, while others buy a holiday home; and some a permanent residence, having taken the decision to emigrate. Pattaya has become a very popular choice
When it comes to purchasing a property, there is a massive variety of houses and condominiums, in terms of size, price and quality, to choose between, which, in general terms, represent outstanding value for money, particularly when compared to the cost of real estate in the Western world. There are some major difference when buying property in Thailand so it is advisable to take advice from a knowledgeable and trustworthy real estate broker 116 THEPATTAYAGUIDE Property
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