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CONTENT GUIDE 06 HISTORY GUIDE 08 GETTING AROUND 12 ACTIVITIES GUIDE 16 SHOPPING GUIDE 18 MOVIES GUIDE 20 TELEVISION GUIDE 22 EVENTS GUIDE 24 SUPER SAVER GUIDE 26 ISLAND GUIDE 28 FITNESS GUIDE 32 SPORTS CALENDAR 36 GOLF GUIDE 44 BUSINESS REVIEW 46 VISA GUIDE 52 MARKETING GUIDE 28 MEDIA GUIDE 62 INSURANCE GUIDE 64 PROPERTY GUIDE 78 USEFUL NUMBERS 69 LEARNING THAI 72 DISCOUNT GUIDE
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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. 6
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GETTING AROUND
One of the wonderful things about Pattaya is the fact that getting around is so easy, either locally or nationally. Here are some of our tips for getting around when based in Pattaya.
LOCAL TRANSPORT BAHT BUS Baht buses are a fantastic way to get around the city and run along all major routes. The price for most journeys is THB10 although for longer distances this may go up to THB20. Off-route baht buses are expensive so check in advance. MOTORBIKE TAXI There are lots of motorbike taxis available around Pattaya and they are a fast and cheap way to get around once you overcome the initial fear! METERED TAXI Metered taxis are becoming more common in Pattaya although the drivers prefer not to use the meters and will ask for a steep fixed price for the journey. UBER & GRAB TAXI This method of transport is growing in popularity and is often cheaper than using standard metered taxis. However, there is some resistance from local taxi drivers so getting an available car can prove difficult but worth a try.
REGIONAL TRANSPORT BUS & COACH There are two main bus stations in Pattaya, one on North Pattaya Road and one on the southbound carriageway of Sukhumvit Road near the Pattaya Klang turn. From here you can travel to several destinations around the country with more destinations offered by other operators. (Continued) 8
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MINIBUS There are lots of minibus services running between Pattaya and Bangkok as well as other areas. These are a faster alternative to the larger buses with prices being similar. Downside is they are known to drive dangerously. METERED & PRIVATE TAXI You can get metered and private taxis to most areas of the country. Some have fixed price lists whilst others prefer to negotiate a price. This is an excellent option if you are visiting places that aren’t directly on a bus route. FERRY The Koh Larn ferry runs every hour daily which is convenient and well-priced. The Hua Hin passenger ferry is modern, takes under 3 hours although pricey. TRAIN Trains are not the faster way to get around but they are a great way to see the country. Pattaya Train station is in East Pattaya close to the Highway 7. PLANE Domestic and international flights are available from U-Tapao aka as Pattaya International which is 40 minutes drive, Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang take 90 and 120 minutes drive respectively. Regional flights are good value.
OTHER OPTIONS CAR & MOTORBIKE RENTAL Having access to your own car or motorbike certainly gives you more freedom. There are lots of reputable vehicle rental companies in the city but make sure they offer first class rental insurance. BUYING A CAR OR BIKE Regular or long-term renters may find it cheaper to purchase their own vehicle. New vehicles are quite expensive but hold their value well and there are naturally the same potential issues as you would find anywhere else in the world when it comes to buying a second-hand vehicle. Obtaining credit can also be a problem. TRAVEL TIPS Common sense obviously plays a huge role in travelling around Pattaya and Thailand. Drink driving is naturally a big no-no but there are plenty of occasions where travel can be particularly difficult. Friday afternoons always see a large increase in the volume of traffic as too do Public Holidays and weekends. Allowing plenty of time for travel is advisable as accidents are holdups are common. More information at travel.pattaya.guide 10
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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. RAMAYANA WATER PARK Open: 10am to 6pm | Fri-Sun 10am to 7pm Fee: Adults 1,190 baht | Children 890 baht Web: ramayanawaterpark.com CARTOON NETWORK WATER PARK Open: 10am to 7pm Fee: Adults 1,290 baht | Children 990 baht Web: cartoonnetworkamazone.com SPLASHDOWN ACTION PARK PATTAYA Open: 9am to 6pm Fee: Adults 1200 baht | Children 600 baht Web: splashdown-actionpark-pattaya.com UNDERWATER WORLD Open: 9am to 6pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 300 baht Web: underwaterworldpattaya.com PATTAYA FLOATING MARKET Open: 9am to 8pm Fee: Adults 200 baht | Children 200 baht Web: pattayafloatingmarket.com 12
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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. For the ultimate shopping guide, please visit shopping.pattaya.guide 16
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MOVIES GUIDE
MOVIES COMING THIS MONTH Bruce Willis stars in Death Wish an action packed crime drama; Gringo is a battle for survival for a businessman in a dark action-filled comedy; Tomb Raider is an action adventure with a new lead and storyline in this popular franchise. Just three great movies that are coming to the big screen this month.
MOVIES NOW SHOWING Den of Thieves is an exciting action crime drama starring Gerard Butler. All the Money in the World is about the kidnapping of John Paul Getty III. Phantom Thread is a romance set in 1950’s london starring Daniel Day Lewis. For all local movies and showtimes please visit movies.pattaya.guide 18
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TELEVISION GUIDE
Sometimes the hectic life of Pattaya takes its toll and we just want to sit back, relax and watch some TV. Deciding what to watch can be a bit of challenge! The options for watching our favourite shows have improved a great deal in recent years and we are no longer stuck with the local cable offering old movies, English speaking news channels and dreadfully produced local TV. Faster internet speed now mean that we can access pretty much all our favourite shows from around the world. Here we give you a brief lowdown on the free and paid streaming options that are available. FREE STREAMING Free streaming is available to everyone who has a laptop, mobile device, smart TV, Chromecast or media box. This is great for accessing literally thousands of options but it’s heavily reliant on fast internet connections. If you don’t have this, sadly the free-option may not quite cut the mustard. PAY TV SERVICES True TV is one of the most expensive but best options for movies and sports fans and is available via cable, satellite or internet.Netflix offers an excellent selection of international TV shows and movies. The selection of children’s programmes is a fantastic way to keep the young ones happy and quiet! Once again it is available across a range of devices making it ideal for families. Amazon Prime is perhaps a superior version of Netflix and offers plenty of content that isn’t available from other sources. Prime works well when streamed across multiple devices. Minix boxes, Chromecast and Apple TV offer an excellent selection of free and paid content. For a more in-depth guide please visit tv.pattaya.guide 20
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EVENTS GUIDE
What’s on in Pattaya this month – a brief look at all the fantastic things that the city of Pattaya and surrounding areas has the offer. Latest info at events.pattaya.guide 01 LEGENDS 9 BALL OPEN
VENUE LEGENDS POOL HALL DATE 2-3 MARCH The ever-popular Legends Pool Hall will be hosting the 9 Ball Open over two days. The event is open to players of all standards and costs just 2,000 Thai baht to enter. Every player will be guaranteed a minimum of four matches and a random draw will be held on both days with the Saturday being the main cup day and plate double elimination knockouts.
02 PATTAYA NIGHT RUN
VENUE BALI HAI PIER DATE 3 MARCH The Pattaya Night Run will take place on Saturday 3 March, commencing at 7pm. The race is over 5km and is aimed at differing standards of athlete. There is a package available for those taking part purely for fun purposes which is 299 Thai baht and a VIP Package which is 499 Thai baht. A proportion of the proceeds will be donated to the Foundation for Education.
03 MISS INTERNATIONAL QUEEN
VENUE TIFFANY’S SHOW COMPLEX DATE 9 MARCH The final round of the Miss International Queen 2018 will be held at Tiffany’s on Pattaya Second Road on March 9. The proceedings will get underway around 9pm and continue until their conclusion which is anticipated to be about 11pm. This is the world’s largest competition for transgender and transvestites and is support by the Tourist Authority of Thailand (TAT) and other major sponsors. 22
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04 LEGENDS SHOW
VENUE HEMINGWAYS DATE 9 MARCH Paul Cantara will be appearing for one night only at Hemingway’s in Jomtien Complex. Performing some of your all time favourites from Robbie Williams, Dean Martin, and Bruno Marz plus many other famous stars of past and present. This tribute act is one of the best around so it is well worth going along for what is sure to be a fantastic evening. This is one not to be missed.
05 PROPERTY AUCTION
VENUE COLLINGBOURNE AUCTIONEERS DATE 10 MARCH
The highly reputable Collingbourne Auctioneers are planning to auction 20-30 properties on Saturday 10 March. The auction will start at around 5pm at their auction house of Soi Chaiyaphruek 2 with just a 2.5% sellers premium. Sellers are invited to include their properties. Visit www.pattayabid.com
06 INTERMEDIATE BIG BIKE TRAINING
VENUE BIRA RACE CIRCUIT DATE 10 MARCH Kawasaki Motoaholic will be holding big bike training sessions at the Bira Race Circuit. This is an all-day event that will give riders the opportunity to really hone their skills under the instruction of some of Kawasaki’s leading instructors. Cost is 1,500 Thai baht and is aimed at those of an intermediate standard with the training focused on riders who are at this ability.
07 KIDS FUN WEEKEND WITH MERMAIDS
VENUE MERMAIDS DIVE CENTRE DATE 17-18 MARCH
The Mermaids Dive Centre on Thappraya Road in Jomtien will be hosting a kids fun weekend that will give children the opportunity to experience snorkelling and diving. All equipment is provided and a lunch will be served. Three programs will be available aimed at three different age categories, ages 6+ is the Discover Snorkelling Program, ages 8-10 is the PADI Bubblemaker Program, and ages 10+ is the PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program. These are not professional certificates, just a snorkelling and diving experience.
08 LBC SAILING TRIP
VENUE ROYAL VARUNA YACHT CLUB DATE 30 MARCH - 2 APRIL The prestigious Royal Varuna Yacht Club on Pratamnak Hill will play host to an annual sailing event that takes place between 30 March and 2 April. Someone of the most experiences sailors from around Thailand and beyond are expected to be in attendance and it is a great opportunity for non-sailors to see some of the magnificent yachts in all their glory. Events Guide PATTAYA.GUIDE 23
SUPER SAVER GUIDE
The Pattaya Guide have launched an exciting new product called SuperSaver, a prepaid voucher with upto 50% off the cash value with a select group of our advertisers. Imagine going to a restaurant in Pattaya and getting a 50% discount without any crazy terms, like eating at 8am, or daily specials are not included. Or carrying different discount cards to only get a 10% discount. SuperSaver is a new approach to getting a big discount, we’ll have 12 venues at launch in early March offering discounts between 20% and 50% off. There are limited stocks per month and the price will vary based on supply & demand. HOW DOES THIS WORK? You can only purchase the pre-paid voucher on The Pattaya Guide website, select the vouchers available and place the order. You can pay via PayPal or cash, the vouchers are delivered to your hotel or condo by our messenger. Present the voucher at the venue when you make payment. If your purchase is greater than the voucher value, simply pay any extra with cash. Full details are printed on the voucher and are also on the website super.pattaya.guide WHO ACCEPTS THE VOUCHER? We have confirmed and pending deals with the following… Akvavit China Palace Planet Football Amber
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SuperSaver is a prepaid voucher with 20% to 50% off the cash price. AA-01
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Here’s a sample 1000 Baht voucher for Big Kahuna, Jomtien. To buy this voucher, you’ll pay between 500 baht to 800 baht. There are limited stocks per month so the price will vary. You can only buy vouchers at The Pattaya Guide website, you cannot buy them at venues or anywhere else. For more information or to purchase a voucher, just type the following in any web browser super.pattaya.guide (no need for www or .com)
ISLAND GUIDE
Sometimes we feel like we need to get away from the hustle and bustle of Pattaya and there are several islands nearby that are perfect for just that. KOH LARN Koh Larn is the closest island to Pattaya and is just a 45-minute ferry crossing from Bali Hai Pier. The island has several sandy beaches lapped by clear, azure waters with the most popular being Tawaen Beach and Samae Beach. Accommodation on the island varies from basic chalets to upmarket resorts. The Phonpenyom Restaurant offers excellent seafood and the Klom Klom bar is modern bar offering music and pool. Transportation on the island is via Songtaew or it is possible to hire motorbikes. KOH SAMET Koh Samet can be reached by ferry leaving from Ban Phe Pier which is around an hour’s drive from Pattaya. Samet has some of the best beaches in the region and the island has plenty to offer in terms of nightlife and water sports. Accommodation ranges from small beachfront bungalows to luxury villas. Ban Ploi restaurant is a floating restaurant close by that is renowned for its seafood and other popular Thai dishes. Transportation is generally either by speedboat or Songtaew although motorbikes can be rented. KOH CHANG Koh Chang is around 4 hour’s drive away from Pattaya and is possibly the best-preserved tourist destination in Thailand. Comprising of 70% rainforest, the island has an abundance of sandy coves, beaches and wildlife. Koh Chang has a lively nightlife and excellent restaurants. For more information visit our website at islands.pattaya.guide 26
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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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Athletics World Indoor Championships 2nd to 4th March
Football EPL Fixtures 2nd to 6th March
Cricket Third ODI, New Zealand v England 3rd March
Football Champions League, Round 16 6th to 7th March
Cricket Fourth ODI, New Zealand v England 7th March
Rugby League NRL, Round 1 8th to 11th March
Football Scottish Cup 5th Round 9th to 11th March
Cricket Fifth ODI, New Zealand v England 10th March
Football EPL Fixtures 10th to 13th March
Boxing WBO Featherweight Quigg v Valdez 11th March
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Football FA Cup Quartar Finals 17th to March HOME OF18th PATTAYA'S FRIENDLIEST STAFF
Rowing The Boat Race, Oxford v Cambridge
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Aussie Rules AFL Round 1
I-Rovers 22nd to 25th March LK Metro Football International Holland v England Central Pattaya www.i-rovers.com 23rd March
F1 Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne 25th March
Football International England v Italy 27th March
Rugby Union 6 Nations, Ire v Sco; Fra v Eng 10th March
Baseball MLB seasons begins 28th March
Football EPL Fixtures 10th to 15 th March
Rugby Union 6 Nations, Wales v Italy 11th March
Rugby League NRL Round 4 29th to 2nd April
Football Championship Fixtures 30th to 31st March
Horse Racing Cheltenham Festival 13th to 16th March
Football Champions League Round 16 13th to 14th March
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MEMBERSHIP CARDS • New plastic membership card and design • Expiry is now 1 or 6 years from the date you pay • Online membership form • Online payments via PayPal • Payments still available at PSC Office
GOLF HANDICAPS We decided to build our own golf handicap software based on our unique requirements. Now you can instantly create a PSC handicap, add scores from any of the 180 golf courses in Thailand. • Improved user experience & interface • Real-time projected & fixed weekly handicap • Stableford points entry included • Huge saving for PSC and our members • Fully integrated with our membership system
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GOLF GUIDE
Pattaya has an incredible selection of golf courses to meet all budgets and skill levels that you won’t be disappointed. There are 26 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. Green fees range from 750 baht during the week at Crystal Bay all the way upto 5000 baht for a weekend round at one of the top courses such as Siam Country Club. Caddy Fees range from 300 baht to 400 baht and carts are from 400 baht to 700 baht depending on the course you choose. There are now 38 golf groups in Pattaya which offer golf outings and tournaments on a regular basis, and players often get a better deal compared with booking direct with the golf course. You can find out more by visiting www.pattayasports.org or www.birdie.in.th - both these sites include handicap software so you can also track your golf scores and progress. Pattaya has plenty of driving ranges for you to practice your swing before you hit the fairways, and the number of golf shops has risen dramatically over the past decade, with golf proving popular with tourists, expats and Thais. There are very few places around the world as good as Pattaya for golfers. 36
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Burapha Tel: (038) 372 700-2 www.buraphagolfthailand.com
Crystal Bay Tel: (038) 349 370-4
Eastern Star Golf Course Tel: (038) 630 410-3 www.easternstargolfcourse.com
Emerald Golf Club Tel: (038) 941 022 www.theemeraldgolf.com
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Greenwood Golf Club Tel: (038) 263 158-9 www.gwgolfclub.com
Khao Kheow Country Club Tel: (038) 318 000 www.khaokheowgolf.com
Laem Chabang International Tel: (038) 372 273 www.laemchabanggolf.com
Mountain Shadow Tel: (038) 349 371 www.mountainshadowsgolfclub.com
Parichat International Golf Links Tel: (038) 720 455 www.parichatgolf.com
Pattana Golf and Sports Resort Tel: (038) 318 999 www.pattana.co.th
Pattavia Century Golf Club Tel: (081) 304 1545 www.pattaviagolf.com
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Pattaya Country Club & Resort Tel: (025) 414 9947 www.pattayacountryclub.com
Phoenix Gold Country Club Tel: (038) 239 391-5 www.phoenixgoldgolf.com
Pleasant Valley Golf Course Tel: (038) 260 825-6 www.pleasantvalley-golf.com
Plutaluang Royal Thai Navy Golf Course Tel: (038) 246 056-7 www.ptlnavygolfcourse.com
Rayong Green Valley Tel: (038) 030 660-2 www.standrews2000golf.com
Royal Lakeside Golf Club Tel: (038) 573 275-9 www.royallakeside.com
Siam Country Club (Old Course) Tel: (038) 909 700 www.siamcountryclub.com
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Siam Country Club Waterside Tel: (038) 909 400 www.siamcountryclub.com/waterside
Siam Plantation Tel: (038) 909 600 www.siamcountryclub.com
Silky Oaks Tel: (038) 030 660-2 www.standrews2000golf.com
St Andrews 2000 Tel: (038) 030 660-2 www.standrews2000golf.com
Treasure Hill Tel: (038) 420 766 www.treasurehill.co.th
Wangjuntr Golf Park Tel: (038) 965 077 www.wangjuntrgolf.com
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BUSINESS REVIEW
Collingbourne Auctioneers are not only the first auction house in Pattaya but the best choice if you’re looking to buy or sell anything with great deals to be had. Located on Soi Chaiyapruek 2, which is across the Railway Road towards the Indoor Stadium. They are the best option because they are tried and tested, and are well respected for their ethical business practices, charity work and dealings with the local community over many years. The general sale auction is held every Saturday from 11:00am at their auction house with 100’s of items available. At the end of the month they also host a motor auction on the last Sunday of every month, also at 11:00am; selling cars, bikes, boats, jet skis, pick-ups, trucks and more. On Wednesdays they occasionally have clearance and no reserve sales, where you can grab an absolute bargain. The auction house is open daily so you can visit and peruse the items available at any time or visit their website. Bidding is easy, just register prior to the auction sale and put your hand up for the item you want! Items that are not sold during the auction can be bought after the auction sale or during the week. For car auctions, Collingbourne’s also accept sales on an approved vehicle by private treaty. All vehicles have their paperwork intact and transfers of ownership are done at cost. Auctions are also live online, so customers can register on their website. To submit an entry please call John or the office, and all lots can be viewed prior to the auction or on the sale day from 10:00am onwards. Call 038 076 234 or 0868 387 841 or email service@pattayabid.com Visit their website pattayabid.com or facebook page fb.com/pattayabid 44
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General AuctionS every Saturday at 11am Car & Bikes Auction every other Sunday at 11am View many items online Call 038 076 234 Email pattayabid@gmail.com Web pattayabid.com Facebook fb.com/pattayabid Location Soi Chaiyapruek 2 Hours Open Daily 9am to 5pm
VISA GUIDE
Thai Business Help has been helping thousands of expats and tourists from around the world with all types of visa applications, extensions and renewals since 2010. They’re Pattaya’s 1st choice when it comes to getting visas and work permits, with many business owners, and even local lawyers choosing them for their fast and professional service that no one else can match. They offer excellent advice when setting up a business in Pattaya, they’re renowned for the best value too, look at the prices in the advert opposite. Some customers price compare, and always come back to use their services. All too often, we hear of horror stories of customers who have chosen service providers who either deliberately mislead, or unknowingly offer poor advice which results in higher prices and add hidden costs, and worse of all, a service that takes weeks and months. Be careful of visa/business service providers that don’t have a website, or don’t advertise in magazines, or those that have been recently setup. This will save you a lot of hassle, time and money. Thai Business Help should be your 1st choice for visa services, business services, bookkeeping and accounting. You can rest assured you’ll get a good service at a great price, with everything delivered on time. You can contact them for more information or to arrange an appointment at their office in Soi Khao Noi, 800m fr. Sukhumvit Road. Call 0895 434 424 or email save@thaibusinesshelp.com
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MARKETING GUIDE
Understanding the differences between online marketing and traditional marketing that deliver the best results. Over the past few years Facebook has become more popular with Pattaya business owners as a free alternative to paid marketing. Unfortunately, there are very few examples where businesses have been truly successful with just Facebook alone. Sure you can boost posts and set your targets but is it truly enough to capture all potential customers? The answer is no. Traditional marketing along with online marketing is the best method for the majority of businesses to succeed in Pattaya. Most businesses have a physical address, from a restaurant to an office, customers turn up and place orders. For this to happen, exterior signage is very important, but how many times have people been let down by poor signs in trying to find a place in Pattaya? But before customers come through the door, they will be seeking services maybe from an optician or a dentist? Many people search on Google and Facebook via their mobile, others prefer to ask their friends at the local bar. Plenty of tourists pick up the Pattaya Guide, some expats listen to the radio in the car. Whatever the medium, try and cover all options for the greatest reach. There are many ways to capture an audience, and if you have a good business model, you’ll use all available methods that suit your business and budget. Since 2006, OPEN Design Studio, a professional marketing company have had a great deal of experience advising many business owners the direction they should take with their marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness, and more importantly, sales. More than a decade later they’re still thriving. If you’re a new or challenged business owner, then we suggest you contact the team at OPEN and arrange a meeting to discuss your brand’s marketing strategy. Email info@opendesign.studio or call 0890 160 077 today. 52
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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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INSURANCE GUIDE
Insurance is an essential item when in Thailand, where all types of accidents happen daily. Whether you’re an expat or holidaymaker, you cannot ignore the importance of been well insured for all types of risk. From health & medical, to personal accident, to travel. In Thailand, a trip to the hospital costs money and you better have deep pockets if you’re not insured. A serious accident can cost hundreds of thousands of baht, and if you don’t have the money you’ll be sent to the nearest government hospital, where treatment is a life or death situation. You may own property over here, or a car or motorbike. Theft is a growing problem in Pattaya, and you want to ensure if the worst happens, you’ll be reimbursed quickly and fully. No insurance and your at the mercy of the local police catching the thieves, and hope that your items are not pawned. You maybe a restaurant owner, one of your staff accidentally spills hot soup on your customer. Your responsible, do you have liability cover? For a stress free future, been fully covered will save you lots of money, and ensure you and your families own peace of mind. We recommend using a reputable insurance broker who deals with multiple insurance underwriters, this will save you a great deal of time as they are experienced in meeting your needs within your budget. So if your worried you don’t have any insurance, you have the opportunity now to arrange insurance to cover you and your family. We recommend A1cover.com an insurance broker that is connected to over 20 registered insurance companies in Thailand. For more information email info@A1cover.com or visit A1cover.com
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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 64
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USEFUL NUMBERS
EMERGENCIES Pattaya Immigration
LOST OR STOLEN CREDIT CARDS 038 252 750 American Express 022 335 644
Tourist Assistance Hotline POLICE Tourist Police
1337 Mastercard Visa Card
022 567 326 022 522 212
Banglamung Station
1155 UTILITIES 038 221 331 Electricity Company
Pattaya Police Station
038 420 802 Garbage Collection
038 429 494
Jomtien Police Station
038 232 330 Sophon Cable TV
038 423 777
Highway Police
038 392 001 Water Company
038 222 462
Marine Police
038 423 666 TRANSPORT Pattaya Bus Station
038 429 877
038 425 943 Pattaya Railway Station
038 429 285
Naklua Fire Station
038 221 000 Suvarnabhumi Airport
021 321 888
Sawang Boriboon
1669 U-Tapao Airport
038 245 593
FIRE & RESCUE Pattaya Fire Station
038 426 463
HOSPITALS Bangkok-Pattaya
ASSOCIATIONS 038 259 999 Pattaya Expats Club
Pattaya Memorial
038 488 777 Rotary Club of Pattaya
038 427 585
Pattaya International
038 428 374 TAT Tourism Office
038 428 750
Pattaya City Hospital Banglamung
038 420 823 SELF-HELP GROUPS 038 429 244 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 648 479
Samitivej Sri Racha
038 320 300 Narcotics Anonymous
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Queen Sirikit Sattahip
038 245 926 Samaritans of Thailand
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LEARNING THAI
At end of sentence men use… krup women use… ka Thank you khorb khun Hello & goodbye sawat-dee See you again lao jer gun Good luck chok dee
My name is phom chue
One nueng
Thirteen sib sam
It’s ok mai ben rai
Two song
14 = 10 + 4 Sib see
Three sam
15 = 10 + 5 Sib ha
Four see
20 Yee sib
I don’t want any mai ow khrap/ka I don’t have any money mai mee dtung Where are you going? Bai nai?
Five har Six hok
How are you? sabai dee mai
I don’t believe you mai chue
I am fine sabai dee
Really jing
What is your name? Khun chue aria SORRY KHOR THOT
Expensive/cheap pang/took SORRY SIA JAI
Nine gao
You will say it when you want to interrupt someone, when you want to pass by someone or when you do something wrong.
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”
Eleven sib et
Seven jed Eight bad
Ten sib
Twelve sib song
21 Yee sib et 22 Yee sib song 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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