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CONTENTS HISTORY OF PATTAYA
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GETTING AROUND
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USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS
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GOOD FOOD GUIDE
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PATTAYA MAP
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JOMTIEN MAP
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THAI GIRLS AND YOU…
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PATTAYA BY NIGHT
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OUTSIDE PATTAYA
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ACTIVITIES GUIDE
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GOLF GUIDE
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ACCOMMODATION
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
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SERVICES GUIDE
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VISA INFORMATION
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SHOPPING GUIDE
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REAL ESTATE GUIDE
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The Pattaya Guide is a monthly publication which is on display in many hotels, shopping centre’s, restaurants and entertainment venues throughout Pattaya, Jomtien and Naklua. Created & Published by: The Pattaya Guide Company Limited, 482/14 Moo 10, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Email or Call us if you would like to be added to our distribution list Telephone: 086 832 3967 Email: thepattayaguide@gmail.com Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions, we always like to hear from our readers. All contents of this guide are the copyright of The Pattaya Guide Company Ltd, all rights reserved. Reproduction, use of editorials and use of pictures in any manner is prohibited without written permission of The Pattaya Guide Co Ltd.
HISTORY OF PATTAYA Pattaya - Thailand’s capital of fun is a popular resort on the North Gulf Coast of Eastern Thailand, 150 km south-east of 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, water skiing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. 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 here you will 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 many 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. history of pattaya | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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GETTING AROUND Pattaya is a very easy city to get around although the busy traffic causes frequent hold-ups at peak times (07:00 – 09:00 and 15:00 – 18:30), particularly on the major roads. Unusually, for Thailand, there are no tuk-tuks in Pattaya, so everyone usually gets around on the baht-buses (songtaews) or on motorbike taxis. There are literally hundreds of both all over Pattaya. MOTORBIKE TAXIS Motorbike taxis are a way of life in Pattaya. They are your best bet of getting around if you want to get somewhere quickly or conveniently, particularly at busy times. On every corner in Pattaya, no matter how small the Soi (street), you will find a gathering of motorbike taxis. They are operate 24 hours a day 7 days per week and provide a very convenient service. However, this option is not for the faint-hearted and can be dangerous. These guys, and the occasional lady will take you anywhere but agree on a price first! RENTING CARS AND MOTORBIKES Another practical way to get around Pattaya is by renting a motorbike. Most people simply don’t have the nerve to tackle the traffic and bizarre driving habits here, but if you do, renting a motorbike is your best option for getting around Pattaya. You can rent a motorbike for around 200 baht a day or cheaper for longer periods. There are scooter type bikes which are actually extremely easy to ride, with no clutch when changing gears, and very reliable, larger motorbikes are freely available as well, but obviously more expensive. 8
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In Thailand it is illegal to ride a motorbike or to be a passenger without a helmet, to ride with more than two passengers, to undertake in traffic, to go the wrong way down one-way streets, to exceed the speed limit, or, to jump red lights, which means very little to anyone in Thailand and driving habits here are dreadful. If you decide to rent a motorbike, make sure your medical insurance is up-to-date as accidents here are a daily occurrence. Cars can be hired too, but driving them in and around the city is likely to be a frustrating experience, particularly at school times, market days, rush hours and on Sukhumvit Road. There are many car rental companies around the city with prices starting at around 500 baht a day for the older cars, to a more realistic 1200+ baht for more modern or four wheel drive vehicles. WARNING… Driving habits in Thailand are appalling and most drivers are quite irresponsible and ignore simple safety rules. In contrast to the Thai’s usual polite and peaceful behaviour, they become quite inconsiderate behind the wheel. Be very wary of your speed and always look out for bad drivers, Pattaya is full of them. Unlike many Western countries, it’s very easy to pass a driving test here, so many drivers have little or no experience of driving either in town or on main roads. Many simply don’t have a licence at all or any awareness of road rules. Be prepared at any time for other drivers to suddenly pull out in front of you without even looking, stop without warning, overtake dangerously (and on the inside) and ignore motorcyclists. Some people just stop and park where it suits them, weave through the traffic with a death wish, ride the wrong way up the road into oncoming traffic and more. Do pay careful attention and drive conservatively. Accidents are regular in Pattaya and when they do occur, the offender is usually reluctant to accept any responsibility, should the worst happen however, the Pattaya police and ambulance services are exceptionally good, as well as being very quick to the scene. getting around | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS Pattaya City Phone Center
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Emergencies Police Emergency
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Sawang Boriboon Foundation
038 488 882
1669
Tourist Police
038 425 937
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
Fire Brigade (Naklua)
038 221 000
Hospital (Bangkok- Pattaya) 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 Please text any useful phone numbers that you come across to 086 832 3967 10
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GOOD FOOD 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. good food guide | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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KPK FOOD SERVICE KPK FOOD SERVICE Fine Quality English Foods - Both Wholesale & Retail KPK Foods have been delivering the finest foods to hotels and restaurants for the last 4 years. We supply a wide selection of quality fresh and cooked meats, savoury pastries and all the accompanying food products to Pattaya and the Eastern Seaboard. As well as supplying hotels and restaurants KPK Foods also cater for your home cooking. Customers can buy direct from our retail outlet, located behind Carrefour, just off Soi Yume. The outlet is open from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday. There is plenty of parking space outside the shop. If you can’t get down to our outlet you can call our hotline 086 145 0147 and place an order. We have a comprehensive product and price list on our website www.kpkfoods.com All orders received will be delivered to you the next day and in perfect condition by our refrigerated vehicle delivery service. We will also do our very best to accommodate your needs in the case of any very urgent orders you may require outside this time-scale.
Some of our best selling products... Beef, Pork, Sausages, Burgers, Bacon, Gammon, Lamb, Veal, Pastry & Pies, also available Baked Beans (not Heinz but close to it) PG Tips, Tetley Tea Bags, Colmans Mustard, Branson Pickle plus new products every month!!!
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THAI GIRLS AND YOU… DO OPPOSITES REALLY ATTRACT? markverrall@hotmail.com
BY MARK VERRALL
This is a sensitive subject. People have very passionate and conflicting views on whether Western men and Thai women can overcome the huge cultural differences and enjoy a loving and lasting relationship. Examples abound in Thailand of happy mixed couples of Western men and women with Thai partners. From the point of view of a Western man, the physical attraction is obvious. Thailand is blessed with a seemingly endless abundance of slender beautiful women. With their soft golden skin, long black hair and beguiling eyes, not to mention the famous smile, and the thought of having such an exotic girlfriend or wife is very appealing. Many men also relish the change and the challenge of accepting a totally new way of living and thinking. BUT WHAT ARE THEY LOOKING FOR, REGARDING A WESTERN MAN? Obviously a great deal depends on the origin of the relationship. Most articles of this type point out the distinction that needs to be made between girls that work in bars (who account for a tiny percentage of Thai women) and ‘proper’ girls who work in offices or hotels or those from what the Thais term ‘Hi-So’ families. Any kind of relationship on a long term basis with a girl that has worked in the nightlife sector is of course going to have plenty of baggage attached. I talked to several Thai women from different backgrounds with foreign boyfriends or husbands, to ask what they liked, what they didn’t like and most of all, what they wanted most from their relationship with a ‘farang’. More of that later. First, let’s have a look at the culture shock that a foreigner experiences when going out with a Thai woman. First of all, one thing you will notice with your Thai partner (except in very unusual cases) is how close they are to their family and consequently, how 30
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THAI GIRLS AND YOU… close you will be to her family. Thais are very close-knit and their culture teaches them to love and respect their family elders. They find it difficult to understand that in the West, many elderly parents are sent to retirement or nursing homes. It really is a good idea to show your respect also, but get used to the idea that they will play a fairly major part in your life from here on in. If they come from a poverty-stricken rural background this will probably also mean that you and your partner will be required to provide financial support from time to time. Many of these families regard their daughter finding a foreign husband as equivalent to winning the lottery. A Thai TV programme some time ago showed a village in Isarn in North-East Thailand in which most female schoolchildren gave their ambition as ‘marrying a farang’. The programme took pains to point out that most ‘farang’ were not rich and that many of them saved the whole year for a brief holiday to Thailand. Speaking of Thai TV, well…let’s just say it is a good idea for a foreigner to invest in cable or satellite and get a DVD player. The Thai soaps are very noisy. Good ‘acting’ seems to be based on who can shout or scream the loudest. Comedies are generally a series of (also very noisy) slapstick routines. Food, here’s a good one. The expression ‘they don’t eat to live, they live to eat’ could have been written for Thais. They are genuinely obsessed with food and you can see an enormous mood change for the better after they have eaten. A while back I was at a dinner party where one group turned up late because they stopped at a KFC on the way because they were hungry! The rural folks also have a reputation for having ‘appetites for the unusual’ and will happily munch their way through an assortment of the foulest looking creatures you’ve ever seen, including all kinds of insects, field cockroaches and the like. Makes the thought of a romantic kiss rather less appealing. Even your average Thai girl seems to consume enough food in a day to kill an elephant and yet doesn’t put on a pound, it hardly seems fair! As I have mentioned before, Thai people are among the most sociable on the planet and they enjoy traveling in groups. If you look forward to a Thai girls and you… | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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THAI GIRLS AND YOU… romantic day on a quiet beach with your Thai sweetheart, chances are it will bore her to tears. Without a crowd of people to have fun with, beaches are not on the list of places to go. Barefoot stroll by the sea, hand in hand? Forget it, Thai girls avoid the sun at all costs, not wanting to darken their skin. SO WHAT ARE THEY LOOKING FOR? Though young and even ‘youngish’ good looking westerners will be able to find many young damsels attracted to their looks, if something long-term is considered, somewhere along the line money will be an issue, due to the parental obligations mentioned earlier. Hi-So parents will also have a serious problem with their daughter marrying some dreadlocked Western beach bum, no matter how nice or handsome. Older and plainer gents with a bit of money will have opportunities opened to them with regard to young highly attractive women that just wouldn’t exist back home. I have met many older men who should know better that believe it’s all about love. If they can come to terms with the fact that in exchange for some financial security for the girl and at least her close family, they are getting the girl’s youth, her beauty, her body and her company they can be truly content. It is not so different from how things used to be in Western countries before women became more financially independent, except that older men living with women in their twenties is frowned upon in less tolerant societies. Coming back to the Thai women that I talked to about Western men, some said physical attraction and/or that they weren’t attracted to their own men, others said being with a foreigner broadened their mind, some said it gave them the opportunity to travel overseas and have new experiences. However, all of them mentioned financial stability as the most important or one of the most important things for their happiness and peace of mind. Nothing wrong with that either.
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PATTAYA BY NIGHT Pattaya is internationally famous for its nightlife, and has a reputation as Thailand’s naughtiest city. Whatever you are looking for, Pattaya nightlife has it all, from pub restaurants to go-go bars and from trendy discos to world famous transsexual cabaret shows. Probably the most famous nightlife area of Pattaya is Walking Street in South Pattaya. From the evening until the next morning this road is closed to vehicles. The street itself and its adjoining lanes, known as sois, are all packed with go-go bars, massage parlours, beer bars and restaurants. It is crowded daily and the noisy bustle attracts those from all over. A walk down the street gives a visitor an eye opening experience of what Pattaya nightlife is all about. Apart from girly bars, Walking Street also has an Irish style pub and several discos which are usually packed. Most of the action continues until the early hours of the following morning. Central Pattaya around sois 7 and 8 down to the beach is not as mad as South Pattaya, but there are still a mass of beer bars, restaurants and other bars to contribute to the nightlife in Pattaya. This is an area frequented by many of the foreign residents of the city, and is more suited to a combination of drinking and chatting. As with all bars in the town, girls will happily sit with men if provided with a drink. Nightlife in North Pattaya is quieter still, but even here there are probably a hundred bars. There are also restaurants and pub-restaurants with a variety of music from modern western rock to pop performed by local bands and singers. North Pattaya is also home to the famous Alcazar Cabaret and the even larger Tiffany Cabaret, both of which feature transexuals who mime to both old and modern music Pattaya By Night | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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while dressed in glitzy costumes. These remain extremely popular with tourists. For the gay nightlife scene Pattaya has Boyz Town centered round Soi Pattayaland 1 and 3. This noisy and popular area has many gay go-go bars and beer bars. The adjacent Sunee Plaza is similar but both quieter and more private. Gay bars can also be found in other parts of Pattaya that cater for a more mixed crowd in usually quieter settings. Jomtien Beach is another gay meeting area. Pattaya also has a number of other night time venues. Thai kick boxing known as Muay Thai can be seen at a number of bars scattered around Pattaya. These do not host events every night, so it’s best to ask at your hotel for information on where to go on a particular night. Sometimes, a walk down the Pattaya bay promenade, simply people watching can be an entertaining and more low-key way to enjoy the nightlife, although you are likely to be accosted constantly by ‘freelancing bar girls’ who can be quite annoying with their persistence. It’s all part of Pattaya’s atmosphere. There are of course, plenty of decent, quiet restaurants and pubs to hide in if the whole scene becomes a bit too much. Pattaya also has three cinema complexes featuring English soundtrack movies. These can be found at Big C in North Pattaya, Royal Garden Plaza in Central Pattaya and the Avenue in Central Pattaya. There are also three bowling alleys that can be found at the Avenue, opposite Big C on Second Road and above Tops supermarket on Pattaya central road. Ripley’s Believe It or Not also opens fairly late with a number of entertaining attractions in addition to its bizarre exhibitions. 34
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Considered by many to be the No 1 live music venue on the Eastern Seaboard and with traditional and modern music it combines to make The Blues Factory a truly excellent night time venue. Our first band “The Blues Machine” feature USA’s BB King awarding winning guitarist Ken “The Snowman” Minihan and along with the wonderful Mary and drummer Oy who was the first Thai to ever play the Montreux Jazz festival they will have you dancing to great music ranging from BB King & Muddy Waters to Etta James and Tina Turner. Our second band features the “Guitar King of Thailand” the one and only Lam Morrison Thailands most famous Rock guitarist and along with “The Rock Machine” featuring Pattaya’s hottest new guitar sensation “Nueng” they play a wide range of Rock n Roll & Classic Rock songs along with modern hits in their own inimitable style. So for a wonderful night of entertainment check out The Blues Factory on Soi Lucky Star (just off walking street and Marine Plaza), perfect for couples or singles looking for a great hassle free night out.
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OUTSIDE PATTAYA SPONSORED BY KCR HOMEFINDER | PHONE 038 405 167-8 Once again the nice people at the Pattaya Guide have allowed me to wax lyrical about what goes on outside the main stream of Pattaya life. As I have said before outside Pattaya is often regarded as the jungle. It isn’t I can assure you as we have so many things to do, so much to see and so many places to have a beer and a bite we are really spoiled for choice. For the golfer we have two courses at Siam Country Club, the old course that has been totally revamped and is now regarded as one of the best in the area. The new course I am told is stunning and has already ‘bedded in’ and a couple of fellas I know that have played it say it’s very playable and testing. Before going on the course you can hone up your skills at the driving range along Siam Country Club road on the left hand side, very visible and the staff very helpful and accommodating. They have I believe two pros on site, a pro shop and a decent restaurant too. As well as golf we have arguably the best equestrian center in Thailand at Horseshoe Point Resort and Country Club. The resort has a full range of equine activities for the novice and the more experienced. One can pony trek, take lessons from beginner to advanced including dressage and show jumping. Also for the water babes out there we have the Mabprachan reservoir where you can fish, canoe, paddle or whatever (apart from drinking the stuff ). Talk to the chaps at the Fisherman’s Rest pub band they’ll put you in touch with the fella to talk to for canoe hire and even a lesson. Yes, there is plenty to do out here so why not have a trip out and see for your selves. 40
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OUTSIDE PATTAYA SPONSORED BY KCR HOMEFINDER | PHONE 038 405 167-8 In my last letter I mentioned a couple of people offering building and ancillary services outside Pattaya. This month I’ll mention a couple of developments that have really impressed us. Close to our offices we have three housing developments, two are in what we describe as the upmarket bracket however they are still sensibly priced considering the size, quality and overall ambiance. Village A as I call it has some of the most beautiful houses I have ever seen. Surrounded by water and rolling countryside with a wonderful mix of Thai Laana with a hint of Bali and built to a standard rarely seen in Thailand. Village B is similar in design and concept however being on slightly smaller land plots they are quite a bit more affordable. Prices from around 7 million up to 20 plus for the largest houses. Another new village and just at the footings stage is Kularb’s Place. Please see the images. These 3 bed 4 bath bungalows start at just 5.98 million and will have fitted kitchens, beautifully appointed bath and shower rooms, parquet and ceramic floors and a small swimming pool. Great value for money and partial owner finance is available at very favourable rates. Let us show you these delightful homes with an accompanied no pressure tour of the show homes. outside pattaya | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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ACTIVITIES GUIDE Get Active in Pattaya. 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. It is possible to rent a small sailboat or boards and sail at several locations both in Jomtien and Pattaya. PATTAYA PARK For a wonderful family day out, why not go to Pattaya Park at jomtien, they have water slides, tower jumps and the tower shot a great choice for all adrenalin junkies, the park also caters for families with kiddies pool and a larger pool that has a very gentle current to float around on a lilo and a small restaurant to have refreshments. Pattaya Park Tower has a revolving restaurant, which offers a wonderful panoramic view of Pattaya. Phone 038 364 110-20, visit www.pattayapark.com for more information.
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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. Daily cultural and elephant shows and elephant rides are available for tourists with show times at 9.45am, 10.30am, 3pm and 3.45pm, admission fee is 400 baht. Nong Noch Garden Phone 038 709 358-62 Pattaya Office Phone 038 429 321or 038 429 958 Bangkok Office Phone 022 521 786 Visit www.nongnoochtropicalgarden.com for more information. THE SI 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. The Si Racha tiger farm opens daily from 8am till 6pm. Admission fee is 350 baht for adults and 200 baht for children, phone 038 296 556-8, for more information visit www.tigerzoo.com. Activities guide | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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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. Open daily from 8am till 6pm, admission fee is 500 baht and 250 baht for children, with dolphin training shows at 11.30am and at 3.30pm Phone 038 367 229 or visIt www.sanctuaryoftruth.com MINI SIAM Located opposite Bangkok Pattaya Hospital on the Sukhumvit Road is a wonderland of miniture replicas of such outstanding architectural works as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Democracy Monument, the Bridge Over the Kwai, Prasat Hin Phimai also replicas of places of world significance are displayed in the mini world area these include the Tower Bridge, Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty and Trevi fountain. Open daily from 7am till 10pm admission fee 250 baht and 125 baht for children, shows at 6.30pm and 8pm, for more information phone 038 727 333 or 038 421 628. 44
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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. Open daily from 8am till 5pm, admission fee is 300 baht and 150 baht for children. Phone 038 249 347-9 or 025 794 008 - 025 795 033 for more information. Getting there, drive along the Sukhumvit Road until you come to the km 140 marker near Sawangfah temple, then turn into Chaiyaporn Vidhi (Route No. 3240) and proceed for 5 km then turn left on Soi 21. UNDERWATER WORLD A must see tourist attraction in town is the largest and most modern ocean aquarium in Asia, boasting a 100m long, 6.4 cm thick acrylic pedestrain tunnel through an underwater filled with dozens of marine species. the aquarium itself houses more than 4000 marine animals, comprising more than 200 different species from the region as well as some rare creatures from over seas, top of the visitors list is the rare shovelnose ray a hybrid between a shark and a stingray. Located just 200m south of Tesco Lotus on the Sukhumvit Road. Open from 9am till 6pm (tickets are on sale until 5.30pm) admission fee for adults is 450 Baht and children 250 Baht, for more information and booking phone 038 756 879. Activities guide | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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For Taxi:
Adventure Divers & Watersports organisation padi location thappaya road, between Pattaya & Jomtien phone 038 364 453 or 089 252 5026 contact Robert www.pattayadivers.com
Manhattans Press Release Manhattans Restaurant & Bar (Thappraya Rd) announces ‘Manhattans Sunday’ A totally new concept in Pattaya, commencing the 7th of September. Manhattans Sunday will be a thoroughly relaxing day of great food, drinks and music, the perfect way to end your week. The sensational Sunday Lunch (served from 12.30 – 7pm) commences with a help-yourself starters buffet featuring 20 delicious choices such as smoked salmon and Parma ham with melon. Next, served from the kitchen, a selection of 10 superb dishes Including roast sirloin of beef with Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes. To finish the meal, a tantalizing ‘Chef’s surprise’ dessert assortment. This world-class cuisine can be enjoyed for 650 baht for 2 courses or only 795 baht for the full 3 courses. To accompany this great Sunday Lunch, Manhattans offers specially selected wines, 4 reds, 4 whites from 4 different countries plus 1 sparkling wine, all priced at under 1,000 baht. Drinks and food can also be enjoyed by the pool. After 5pm, the Manhattans bar will feature an excellent drinks promotion from the extensive list of premium spirits, classic cocktails and selected beers. Relax to the soothing sounds of soft jazz, Sinatra and other golden greats. Manhattans also provides their complimentary transport service in a luxury minibus within Pattaya and Jomtien. Manhattans Sunday will leave you totally stress-free and re-charged. It is also the perfect way to start your week. For reservations or more information, please call 038 259 790
GOLF GUIDE SPONSORED BY SIAM GOLF AND DRIVING RANGE | PHONE 081 832 5338 1. Bangpra International | 18 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 341 151 2. Burapha Golf Club | 36 hole par 72 | Course 5 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 345 153 3. Chonburi Century C.C. | 18 hole par 72 | Course 3 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 01 304 1545 4. Crystal bay Golf Club | 27 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 349 365 5. Eastern Star Golf Club | 18 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 630 418 6. Emerald Golf Club | 18 hole par 72 | Course 3 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 038 941 044 7. Great Lake Golf Club | 36 hole par 72 | Course 3 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 038 622 630 8. Green Wood | 27 holes par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 038 261 58 9. Khao Kheow C.C. | 27 hole par 72 | Course 5 Clubhouse 5 | Phone 038 298 226 10. Laem Chabang | 27 hole par 72 | Course 5 Clubhouse 5 | Phone 038 372 275 11. Mountain Shadow | 18 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 389 210 12. Pattana Sport Club | 27 hole par 73,74 | Course 4 Clubhouse 5 | Phone 038 318 999 13. Pattaya Country Club | 18 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 038 423 718 14. Phoenix Country Club | 27 hole par 72 | Course 5 Clubhouse 5 | Phone 038 239 391 15. Rayong Green Valley | 18 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 893 838 16. Royal Thai Navy | 36 hole par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 701 843 17. Siam Country Club | 18 holes par 72 | Course 5 Clubhouse 5 | Phone 038 249 381-6 18. St Andrews 2000 | 18 holes par 74 | Course 4 Clubhouse 4 | Phone 038 893 838-42 19. Treasure Hills | 18 holes Par 72 | Course 4 Clubhouse 3 | Phone 038 488 349
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Siam Golf & Driving Range and Country Club is considered the number one driving range in Pattaya. It has the number one practice area for putting, pitching and sand practice and the number one fairway bunker, grass hitting facilities plus they use only the best golf balls. All areas are professionally kept to the very highest standards.
Learn To Play Golf • The Swing • Addressing The Ball • Putting • Chip • Bunker • Fairway Driver With over 40 years experience within the golf profession, Harold is one of the best, most knowledgeable golf instructors in Thailand. Having played all the local (and not so local) courses hundreds of times gives Harold the unique insight into what each course has to offer any golfer, from beginner to professional.
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One-to-One individual instruction 900 baht per half hour One-to-One individual instruction 1500 baht per one hour 2 Players 1600 baht per one hour 3 Players 2000 baht perone and half hours 4 Players 2500 baht per two hours
For Bookings Phone: Harold on 081 832 5338 or 038 405 166
GOLF GUIDE SPONSORED BY PATTAYAGOLF.COM | PHONE 089 932 6716 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.
Course of the Month Eastern Star Country Club & Resort Designer: Robert Trent Jones Jr. Course: 18 Holes 7134 yards Par 72 The eighteen holes are beautifully carved out of a coconut palm plantation, and gently wind through the lovely residential areas of Eastern Star Resort. The gently undulating fairways and greens feature 65 bunkers, 11 lakes and more than 2000 coconut palm trees. The unique on course bird houses not only represent yardage distances but also home to many species of exotic birds that live on the golf course. Facilities include a luxurious clubhouse, lounge bar with Thai and International Restaurant, swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness centre, driving range and Conference centre. For all your golfing needs Phone Kevin on 089 932 6716 54
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ACCOMMODATION With a projected 15 million plus visitors to Thailand predicted in 2008, it is expected that many of the hotel in both Pattaya and Jomtien will have high occupancy rates throughout the year. In the following pages you will find a selection of hotels and guest houses available for your stay. We have also included a page of popular hotels with their respective contact details. For those who are not familiar with the Pattaya and Jomtien geography, the South and Central Pattaya located hotels are the ones to chose if you are looking to be in the centre of the “action”. Lots of restaurants, bars, shopping etc. For those looking for perhaps a quieter night’s sleep, choose North Pattaya or Naklua, where there are several quality hotels down by the beach at Wongamat. If you really want to get out the city, then stay at Jomtien. The beach is better than that in Pattaya and it is easy to travel to Pattaya for evening by taking one of the many “baht buses” which congregate at several points along the Beach Road. Accommodation | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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For Rent Contemporary Town Houses
Fully Furnished, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom, Private Car Park and 24 Hour Security Soi 5, Thrappaya Road (5 Minutes to Walking Street and 5 Minutes to Jomtien Beach)
Baht 30,000 Per Month For More Information Phone: 081 459 3888
HEALTH AND FITNESS A healthy lifestyle can be achieved anywhere in the world and Pattaya is certainly one of the most popular places people choose. 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. Health and Fitness | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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VISA INFORMATION SPONSORED BY FIVE STAR VISA RUNS | PHONE 038 416 088 A visa is fundamentally a document affixed into the passport issued to a foreigner by the Thai government allowing a foreigner to travel to the Kingdom and a granted permission to stay for a certain period of time. Visas can only be obtained outside of the Kingdom from a Royal Thai Embassy consulate. A visa has a validity period which denotes the period within which the visa may be used to apply for entry. The validity period is NOT the length of time you will be permitted to stay in the Kingdom. A’ permission to stay’ stamp is entered into your passport upon arrival into the Kingdom. Whatever visa you hold, you will always receive this stamp. It will include the date of entry and date when you MUST leave the Kingdom or make alternative arrangements. The ‘length of stay’ will be dependent on what type of visa you hold. The majority of Foreigners that enter the Kingdom without a visa will be granted a ‘permission to stay 30 day’ stamp only, which is free of charge. At the discretion of the immigration officer this permission to stay 30 day stamp may be extended for up to 7-15 days (THB 1900) at an immigration office after which time the holder must leave the Kingdom. This stamp is NOT a visa. DIFFERENT TYPES OF VISAS Single entry tourist visa will permit the holder a 60 day’ permission to stay’ stamp upon entry. If required, this type of visa may be extended by 30 days (THB 1900) at an immigration office, but after that time the holder must leave the country. After one entry, the visa is used. Multiple entry tourist visa will permit the holder a 60 day ‘permission to stay’ stamp upon entry (only visa exempt countries listed overleaf ) or 30 days if not listed below. If required, this type of visa may normally be extended by 30 days at an immigration office, but after that time the holder must leave the country. The holder may then return to the Kingdom and will obtain a second 74
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particular circumstances therefore you should check with an officer first. LIST OF VISA EXEMPT COUNTRIES (SEPTEMBER 2007): Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Brunei, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Philippines, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, United Kingdom. IMPORTANT NOTES 1. Always check the stamp that the immigration officer gives you. If the officer gets your stamp wrong you may have to return to your port of entry 2. Check your passport and make sure you know when you need to leave Thailand. You can contact 5 star Visa Runs and we will log you into our computer and remind you 7 days before your visa expires as part of our service. 3. Never work in Thailand without a work permit. Even if you are not getting paid, you still need a work permit because you are taking a job from a Thai national. 4. You can convert your 30-day visa exempt stamp to a Non-immigrant Visa by going to Immigration with the proper documents and 21 day stay remaining, meaning you have up to 9 days after your entry. Application fee THB 2000.Please note that your passport needs to remain valid for at least another six months for any visa applications. 5. Overstay charges are currently THB 500 per day to a maximum of THB 20,000. 6. The information given above is for guideline purposes only. Each individuals circumstances may differ greatly depending on your age, financial position, what port of entry you use, what country you are from, what embassy you are visiting, what you are doing here and of course how long you have been here and, remember the final decision on visa application/issue or entry into the Kingdom will always be at the discretion of the immigration officer so be calm and patient. 7. For full information please read the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website
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60 day ‘permission to stay‘ stamp which can also be extended and then the holder must leave. After the stipulated number of entries the visa is ‘used’. Single entry non-immigrant visa will permit the holder a 90 day ‘permission to stay’ stamp. This visa can be extended up to one year for specific reasons and with the required documentation. Multi-entry non-immigrant visa will permit the holder a 90 day ‘permission to stay’ stamp upon entry. Each time the holder enters the Kingdom whilst the visa is valid, he/she will obtain a further 90 day ‘permission to stay stamp’. Such visas can be issued for students/work/family etc., but normally require supporting documentation. This visa can also be extended up to one year for specific reasons and with the required documentation. Although most multi-entry non-immigrant visas are obtained in your home country they may also be obtained from some Royal Thai embassies outside your home country, if you can provide evidence of your marriage to a Thai citizen (marriage certificate) or support of a Thai citizen. 12 month extension to a non-immigrant visa: If you are holding a nonimmigrant visa, you have the option of extending this by 12 months based on either retirement (50 years old or over) or support to a Thai citizen, work, education and the like. This may only be accomplished at an immigration office inside the Kingdom and certain criteria has to be met. If you are residing in the Kingdom under and extension to a non-immigrant visa and wish to leave the Kingdom at any time, then you will need to obtain a re-entry permit to avoid losing the extension and having to re-apply. If you are residing in the Kingdom under an extension to a non-immigrant visa it is a legal requirement that the holder reports current address to an immigration office using form TM.47 (in person or by registered mail) every 90 days. Re-entering the Kingdom is the equivalent of a 90 day report. If you are in possession of a valid tourist visa or a 30 day visa exempt entry stamp and qualify for an extension of stay and plan on doing so you may be permitted to change to a non-immigrant visa at an immigration office inside Thailand. This change of ‘status’ has certain restrictions depending on your Visa information | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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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 is a lot 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. MALLS
Central Festival Centre is a large mall on Second Road across from Soi 2. Mike Shopping Mall is on Beach Road between Soi 11 and Soi 12, P.S. Plaza is at the junction of Second Road and Central Pattaya Road Royal Garden Plaza is a large upscale mall adjacent to Pattaya Marriott Hotel on Beach Road between Soi Post Office (Soi 13/2) and Soi Pattayaland 1 (Soi 13/3) Tuk.Com (Com City) on South Pattaya Road is a new and predominantly IT mall. The Avenue is on second road directly opposite the entrance to soi 13
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Carrefour Central Pattaya Road (between Third Road and Sukhumvit Road), Big-C South Pattaya Road (at the junction with Sukhumvit Road), Big-C Central Festival Center (opposite Soi 2). Foodland Central Pattaya Road 24 hours Foodmart Thapphraya Road (near the junction with Theprasit Road). 24 hours. Friendship South Pattaya Road. Tesco-Lotus North Pattaya Road Tops at the junction of Second Road and Central Pattaya Road, 24 hours. Villa Market The Avenue Shopping Mall, 2nd Road. 24 hours. Best Supermarket At the corner of North Pattaya Road and Naklua Road Markets :- There are many bazaar-style markets in Pattaya Thepprasit Market on Thepprasit Road (Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings) Soi Buakhao Market - daytime, Tuesday and Friday; Made In Thailand Plaza on Second Road near Soi 10 - daily 08:00-23:00
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REAL ESTATE GUIDE More than one hundred new housing or condominium development projects are currently underway in the Pattaya and Jomtien districts. Many of these projects are aimed at the “higher end� market. Properties offering large spacious accommodation some with private swimming pools, top end air conditioning units, Jacuzzis etc. These properties are typically around the 8-25 million price range and many represent very good value for money. One of the more up and coming development areas is just south of Jomtien, where several developers are now constructing projects near to the beach at Bang Sare and Baan Amphur. Because of the local laws in Thailand with regard to property ownership by foreigners, condominiums are still as popular as ever with something in the region of 5,000 condominium units currently in construction. Some of the better quality condos are La Royale, Northshore and North Point. However, it is possible to find cheaper units especially in South Pattaya and Jomtien. If you are thinking of a permanent move to Thailand remember to do your homework and seek a reputable real Estate Agent. Real Estate Guide | THEPATTAYAGUIDE
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HR 357. BRAND NEW AND NEVER LIVED IN, WITH NEW FURNITURE THROUGHOUT MAKES THIS A VERY INTERESTING HOUSE FOR AN EX-PAT FAMILY HERE ON A LONG CONTRACT THE OWNER HAS BUILT A NUMBER OF HOUSES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS AND THEY ARE ALL STANDING THE TEST OF TIME. GENEROUS SIZED ROOMS WITH THE BEDROOMS BEING EN-SUITE WITH BOTH BATHS AND SHOWERS. THE KITCHEN IS FIRST CLASS AND HAS ALL ONE NEEDS FOR DAY-TO-DAY AND FAMILY COOKING. AIR-CONDITIONED THROUGHOUT, NICELY FURNISHED, DECORATED AND PRESENTED AND AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE TRANSFER. UBC TV CONNECTION AND IDD LINES IN PLACE THE LOCATION IS CONVENIENT FOR TOWN, SHOPPING, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS, INDUSTRY AND THE MOTORWAY CONNECTIONS TO THE AIRPORT. 39,000 BAHT MONTHLY.
HR 359. THESE ARE DESIGNER BUILT TO A STYLE AND STANDARD WAY ABOVE THE AVERAGE. QUALITY IN EVERY RESPECT, FROM THE FULLY INTEGRATED EUROPEAN KITCHENS TO THE ULTRA MODERN BATH SHOWER ROOMS, THE NEW FURNITURE AND OF COURSE FULLY AIR CONDITIONED. THE BUILD QUALITY IS SOUND AND THE STANDARD OF FINISH ABOVE AVERAGE. A PARTICULAR FEATURE IS THE INDOOR ATRIUM, A GREAT TALKING POINT OVER DINNER. HIGH SECURITY, A KIDDIES PLAY AREA, A VERY NICE POOL AND A WELL EQUIPPED GYM ARE JUST A FEW FEATURES OF THIS EXCELLENT VILLAGE SETTING. PERFECT LOCATION FOR SINGLES, COUPLES OR FAMILIES, EASY ACCESS FOR SHOPPING, THE INDUSTRY AND THE SCHOOL BUSSES COLLECT AND DELIVER. 32,000 BAHT PER MONTH.
HR 365. THIS IS A VERY NICE HOUSE IN A VERY GOOD LOCATION AND IDEAL FOR AN EX-PAT FAMILY HERE FOR A YEAR OR TWO. NICE BIG ROOMS, A NEAT AND TIDY KITCHEN WITH STOVE, GOOD FURNITURE, NEW BED LINEN AND AIR-CONDITIONED. WITH FOUR BEDROOMS AND THREE BATHROOMS IT’S A LOT OF HOUSE FOR THE MONEY. LOCATED IN A DECENT VILLAGE CLOSE TO TOWN AND ON THE MAIN TAXI ROUTES. THERE ARE FRESH FOOD MARKETS AND BAKERIES CLOSE BY AND PLENTY OF PUB STYLE RESTAURANTS FOR EATING OUT. THE SCHOOL BUSES COLLECT AND DELIVER AND ACCESS TO THE INDUSTRIES IS EASY. 30,000 BAHT PER MONTH. ONE OF THE BEST IN THIS PARTICULAR PRICE RANGE.
HR 352. LOCATED IN A NICE VILLAGE WITH GOOD ACCESS TO THE BEACHES, SHOPS, BAKERIES AND RESTAURANTS. FOR THE CHILDREN THE SCHOOL BUSES COLLECT AND DELIVER AND FOR THE WAGE EARNER ROAD ACCESS TO THE INDUSTRIAL CENTERS IS GOOD. ONE NICE ASPECT HERE IS THE SWIMMING POOL IS ONLY USED BY SIX HOUSEHOLDS HOWEVER, ONLY ONE FAMILY USE IT. ON THE GROUND FLOOR WE HAVE AN ALMOST NEW EUROPEAN KITCHEN, A GOOD SIZED LOUNGE DINER, A SMALL BEDROOM AND A SHOWER ROOM. UPSTAIRS THERE ARE THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS WITH THE MASTER BEING EN-SUITE AND ANOTHER BATHROOM. THE FURNITURE THROUGHOUT IS GOOD AND THE HOUSE BENEFITS FROM AIR CONDITIONING AND CEILING FANS. THE OWNER IS ABROAD AND THE PRICE REDUCED TO 34,000 BAHT INCLUDING GARDEN SERVICE.
or call Mimi on 081 538 8169 Office 038 232 272
PCH 1623 Luxury house 3 beds+1 maid room, 4 baths, fully furnished, large living room, Euro kitchen, store room, cable TV, water tank, large private garden with pool, patio. Size 1,400 Sq.m, Price 17 MB
PMH 2020 Worthwhile a visit! Luxury house with tropical garden and private pool, fully furnished and very high standard with a unique design, Euro kitchen, large living room. Size 1,372 Sq.m, Price 14 MB
GTH 1767 Well presented house 4 beds, 4 baths, fully furnished and complete decorated, living room, Euro kitchen, UBC, direct-line tel & ADSL, large garden with private pool. Size 480 Sq.m, Price 12 MB
GSH 2037 Popular village in South Pattaya area. Beautiful house 3 beds, 3 baths, partly furnished, Euro kitchen, large living room, direct-line tel., 3 A/C, water tank. Size 308 Sq.m, Price 7.7 MB
GCH 2034 Private town-house in Central Pattaya area. New Town-House 3 storey, 3 beds, 3 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, large living room, 5 A/C, covered parking. Size 88 Sq.m, Price 5.4 MB
GSH 2012 Located in South Pattaya area. Bungalow 2 beds, 2 baths, unfurnished. If you like to decorate by your own taste and style, this house would be your best choice. Size 240 Sq.m, Price 3.1 MB
GSH 2021 Must to see for this excellent value! Located in Good village. Bungalow 3 beds, 3 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, large living room, cable TV, direct-line tel.Size 240 Sq.m, Price 3 MB
PEH 2035 Located in East Pattaya area. Beautiful private bungalow 2 beds, 2 baths, partly furnished, large living room, kitchen area, 2 A/C, water tank, large garden. Size 320 Sq.m, Price 2.5 MB
GSH 2040 Brand new Town-House in South Pattaya area. 2 beds, 2 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, living room, store room, covered parking.Call us for an appointment! Size 72 Sq.m, Price 2.05 MB
Metro We have many connecting rooms and studio rooms available on both lower and higher floor with a very nice sea view over looking Jomtien Bay. Foreigner name. The price direct to the owner.
Paradise Perfect style in Jomtien beach road. Choice of 40 sqm.completely fully furnished in the nicely price 40,000 Baht/ Sq.m. Have many rooms In different style. Foreigner name. Please call more details.
NPC 1825 Great seaview. Renew modifier 1 bed, 2 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, direct-line tel. & ADSL, CCTV + Hotal Door Lock, dome camera. Foreinger name. Size 70 Sq.m, Price 7.5 MB
CPC 1993 View Talay Newly renovated studio room on good floor, large balcony with sea view, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, cable TV,direct-line tel., & ADSL, A/C.Foreigner name. Size 48 Sq.m, Price 4.2 MB
NKC 1244 Ananya Condo Excellent seaview. 3 beds, 3 baths, unfurnished, living room, Euro kitchen, store room, 2 balcony, cable TV, A/C, Jacussi. Foreigner name. Size 223 Sq.m, Price 19.9 MB
JTC 1845 Executive Residence Large balcony with seaview on good floor. 2 beds, 2 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, jacuzi, cable TV, direct-line tel. & ADSL, 3 A/C. Size 120 Sq.m, Price 8.25 MB
JAC 2008 S.T.S. Condo Baan Amper Na jomtien Deluxe Connecting 2 bed, 3 baths, fully furnished, euro kitchen, large ling room, 3 balcony sea view, cable TV, Foreigner name. Size 202 Sq.m, Price 7.7 MB
JTC 2032 Peak Condo Located on Pratamnak Hill. Excellent seaview with balcony on good floor. 1 bed, 2 baths, fully furnished, Euro kitchen, living room, cable TV. Size 80 Sq.m, Price 4.7 MB
CPC 2049 9 Karat Renew modifier sudio room on good floor, fully furnished and complete decorated, Euro kitchen, cable TV, direct-line tel & ADSL. Foreigner name. Ready to move! Size 27.45 Sq.m Price 1.3 MB
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