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12 GETTING AROUND GUIDE 14 ACTIVITIES GUIDE 18 SHOPPING GUIDE 20 MOVIES GUIDE 22 TELEVISION GUIDE 24 AUGUST EVENTS GUIDE 26 ISLAND GUIDE 28 BUSINESS REVIEW 30 FOO FIGHTERS FEATURE 34 HEALTH & FITNESS GUIDE 38 SPORTS CALENDAR 40 COURSE OF THE MONTH GUIDE 40 GOLF INFORMATION GUIDE 48 BUSINESS SERVICES GUIDE 56 MEDIA GUIDE 64 INSURANCE GUIDE 68 USEFUL NUMBERS GUIDE 69 LEARNING THAI GUIDE 70 DISCOUNT COUPON GUIDE 72 PROPERTY 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.

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GETTING AROUND GUIDE

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.

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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 getting around PATTAYA.GUIDE 13

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 14

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NONG NOOCH GARDEN Open: 8am to 6pm Fee: Adults 300 baht | Children 150 baht Web: nongnoochtropicalgarden.com THE SRIRACHA TIGER ZOO Open: 8am to 6pm Fee: Adults 450 baht | Children 250 baht Web: tigerzoo.com PATTAYA SHEEP FARM Open: 9am to 9pm Fee: Adults 50 baht | Children 50 baht Web: pattayasheepfarm.com PIPO PONY CLUB Open: 9am to 6:30pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 300 baht Web: pipoponyclub.com TEDDY BEAR MUSEUM Open: 9am to 10pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 300 baht Web: teddybearmuseumpattaya.com RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT Open: 11am to 11pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 500 baht Web: ripleysthailand.com MILLION YEAR STONE PARK & CROC FARM Open: 8am to 6:30pm Fee: Adults 300 baht | Children 150 baht Web: .thaistonepark.org SANCTUARY OF TRUTH Open: 8am to 6pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 250 baht Web: sanctuaryoftruth.com ART IN PARADISE Open: 9am to 9pm Fee: Adults 500 baht | Children 300 baht Web: artinparadise.co.th 16

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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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MOVIES GUIDE

MOVIES COMING IN AUGUST First choice is Atomic Blonde, a spy thriller set in Berlin, next up is Cars 3 for the kids, a 3D computer-animated sports comedy-drama, and our final suggestion is The Dark Tower, a science fantasy western action horror film.

Don’t take our word for it, check out these movies and more during August.

MOVIES NOW SHOWING Dunkirk is an absolute must-see movie, quite possibly movie of the year. The third instalment of the Planet of the Apes is very good and Spiderman which is connected to the Avengers storyline wasn’t great but still worth watching.

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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 22

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AUGUST EVENTS GUIDE

We have teamed up with ‘Inspire’ to bring you the best events in Pattaya throughout the month of August. InspirePattaya.com operate on all digital platforms plus the daily ‘What’s On Show’ that airs on Pattaya Channel TV.

August Events from Inspire Pattaya QUEEN SIRIKIT HOSPITAL MARATHON 2017 – 6 AUGUST This annual event is great for people that love running or people just wanting some fun and to test their fitness. There will be the following distances, 42km 500 slots at 3:30 am for 700THB | 23km 1,000 slots at 5 am for 500THB 10.5km 2,500 slots at 5:40 am for 300THB | 3.5km starts 5:50 am for 100THB FARMERS’ MARKET AT HAVANA BAR, HOLIDAY INN – 12 AUGUST Enjoy organic fruits and vegetables prepared foods, art & craft, Kids activities and swimming pool. Free entrance! Please enjoy you day at our Farmers’ Market. The farmers market will take place on Saturday 12th August LEGENDS SAN MIGUEL 9 BALL OPEN – 26 AUGUST Legends Pool Hall host the San Miguel 9 Ball Open 26th and 27th August 5pm start both days, entry is 2,000 Baht and random draw open to all players, minimum 5 matches per player, Saturday groups of 4 top 2 qualify for Sunday’s Cup, bottom two qualify for Sunday’s plate.

Legends will add 500 baht per player to the prize fund!

MISS TIFFANY’S UNIVERSE 2017 FINAL – 25 AUGUST Miss Tiffany’s Universe is a beauty contest for Thai transgender women in Pattaya in the Kingdom of Thailand. It has taken place annually since 1998.

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POOL PARTY AT A-ONE PATTAYA BEACH RESORT – 26 AUGUST Singha Music Presents Kolour Season Pool Party at A-One Pattaya Beach Resort on Saturday 26 August 2017 featuring DJ and summer beats.

August Offers from Inspire Pattaya STEAK AND CO – SOI LENGKEE Steak and Co. Soi Lengkee offers some great daily specials from 12pm until 5pm. Mondays is black angus steak 395 baht, Wednesdays wagyu rump steak for 445 baht, and on a Friday if you fancy a lovely piece of Norwegian salmon that’s only 245 baht. Fantastic international menu showcasing imported steaks and European foods AKVAVIT GRILL & BAR – JOMTIEN BEACH ROAD Weekend buffet from 12pm until 4pm Saturdays and Sundays. Choose from a selection of cold cuts, hot and cold starters and a selection of main courses all with a European/Scandinavian influence. 299 baht.

SMOKIN JOES BBQ – SOI LENGKEE Smokin Joes bbq is a southern style American Restaurant serving delicious food. Daily specials from 12-5pm. Fridays 1/2 rack bbq ribs and ¼ chicken only 395 baht.

195B BURGER & SAN MIGUEL – WEDNESDAYS AT THE SPORTSMAN One of the longest and most established English pub in pattaya serving delicious food everyday with various specials and also a great Sunday carvery.

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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.

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BUSINESS REVIEW

Euro Optic located in Central Pattaya was established in 1996 and is considered a leader for optimal adaptation to progressive lenses by world travellers.

Their standards are higher than in Europe as they are using the best product, the best service, the best know-how, the best prices, and the best doctors Their core expertise is the capability to advise patients on better solutions than the one they are using in order to get vision improvement and to guarantee adaptation at once and in one day.

Euro Optic understand that the most important thing is for the clients to see well, ensuring their eyes are tested correctly and that the right lenses are selected. All clients are only served by licensed doctors in Optometry, who are progressive lens specialists. They guarantee successful adaptation of progressive lenses, whether for the first-time wearer, upgrading from bi-focal or complicated prescriptions.

Testing your eyes is very important, and just like visits to the dentist shouldn’t be delayed, a least once a year. Listen to your optician, and always follow their advice and guidelines, but your style of frame is of course your choice. Once you start wearing glasses ,an annual check-up is advised and remember to always clean and maintain your glasses properly, they help you see.

GLASSES VS CONTACT LENSES Firstly, contact lenses are expensive and can worsen your eye health. Many people spend hours each day using computers and mobile devices, which can lead to Computer Vision Syndrome or eye strain. Prolonged use of these devices contributes to dry, watery and tired eyes, and even blurred vision.

These problems are exacerbated by contact lenses. With glasses you’ll experience improved eye health and see better at the end of a long work day.

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FOO FIGHTERS FEATURE

The Foo Fighters need no real introduction; they have been at the top of their game as one of the world’s most famous American rock bands since the early 90’s.

Founded by Nirvana’s drummer Dave Grohl in 1994 they have had huge achievements over the years, including winning 4 Grammy awards for Best Album and have sold over 30 million albums worldwide.

They have recently released a new single entitled ‘Run’ proving they are still pushing the boundaries with their unique, intense sound and headlining the likes of Glastonbury Festival in the UK on Saturday night, they are smashing their way to further successes this year.

After their memorable performance in Thailand in 1996, 21 years later promoters Jamm & Miracle Management are proud to announce their follow up show in Bangkok sponsored by Amazing Thailand.

One of the hottest music concerts in Bangkok in this year, tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss this chance to see one of the world’s leading rock bands this year sponsored by Chang Music Connection & Amazing Thailand.

EVENT INFORMATION Date: 24th August 2017 Doors: 6pm – Midnight Venue: Bangkok Impact Arena – Challenger Hall 2 Support Acts: Ebola & Silly Fools

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FOO FIGHTERS TICKET GIVEAWAY

The Pattaya Guide team have got our hands on the hottest tickets in Thailand, if not Asia, and we’re giving them away!

We have 12 tickets worth 60,000 baht, which we’ll give away in pairs. Six lucky winners can take their mate, or girlfriend to Challenger Hall 2 at Impact Arena, near Don Muang Airport, on Thursday 24th August for one of the hottest music concerts in Bangkok this year. It’s gonna be a night to remember.

HOW TO ENTER We have picked six popular venues around town that makes it easier you, our readers to enter our ticket giveaway. In three simple steps…

1. Spend 500 baht or more on food and drink in one visit at any one of the following venues: Hemingways - Jomtien, Punch & Judy - Thepprasit Soi 8, iRovers - LK Metro, Robin’s Nest - Soi Diana, Sportsman - Soi 13 and any of the Retox Bars - Soi Lengkee - So2i Honey - Siam Country Club.

2. Write your name and email in capitals so it’s clear to read.

3. Put the receipt in the Pattaya Guide Foo Fighters Ticket Giveaway box.

The draw will take place on Monday 21st August at each venue.

Winners will be announced on our Facebook page and contacted via email.

If you don’t fancy your chances at winning, or there’s a group of you that want to see this awesome band live in Bangkok, some tickets are still available from 4,500 Thai Baht and can be ordered online at the following ticket sites www.go.eventpop.me/foofightersliveinbkk or www.thaiticketmajor.com Remember to leave extra early as the traffic can be notoriously bad getting into area with bumper to bumper traffic.

You can also visit our web page www.pattaya.guide/foofighters

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6 pairs of tickets to be won Each Pair Value 10,000 Baht | Total Prize Value 60,000 Baht

How to enter

1 Spend 500 THB or more in any of the following venues.

Hemingways - Jomtien | Punch & Judy - Thepprasit Soi 8 iRovers - LK Metro | Robin’s Nest - Soi Diana | Sportsman - Soi 13 Retox Bars - Soi Lengkee - Soi Honey - Siam Country Club

2 Write your name and email on the back of your receipt.

3 Drop the receipt in the branded raffle box.

Draw will be on Monday 21st August at each venue.

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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Rugby League NRL, Round 23 10th to 13th August

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Aussie Rules AFL, Round 21 11th to 13th August

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 Rugby League NRL, Round 24

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COURSE OF THE MONTH GUIDE Designer: Gussan Course: 27 Holes Par 72/73 Distance: 7009 Yards

PATTANA GOLF CLUB

Modern resort offers 27 holes that have been skillfully crafted upon 360 acres of beautiful, natural rolling terrain.

Whilst fairways are generous in width, large and contoured greens demand a strategic approach and a skillful touch. Offers island greens and a par six as signature holes. Facilities include a 9000sq.m clubhouse incorporating international restaurants, Spa,offering massage and body treatments, jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms. Along with a 222 room 4 star hotel offering a variety of rooms to suit all, Pattana is an ideal golf resort.

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.

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2017 SERIES

The New Nordic Pattaya Amateur Golf Series

Tuesday 29th August ENTRY 1800 ฿

Phoenix Gold GOLF COURSE FORMAT Individual Stableford Flight A Flight B Flight C Ladies Flight Low Gross

Best Points 1st, 2nd, 3rd 1st, 2nd, 3rd 1st, 2nd, 3rd 1st, 2nd 1st

Price includes green fee, caddy fee plus FREE BBQ from 7pm at Hemingways Jomtien ~ Prize Presentation 8pm.

Also Technical Prizes on every hole including Longest Drives & Nearest Pins.

To register call Shane 0863 720 084

fb.com/PattayaAmateurGolfSeries ~ shane@birdie.in.th

e 10,000 THB Hole in One Priz ORED BY SPONS

Door 2 Door Food Delivery Service

won Over 40 prizes to be Must have a recognised handicap to win flight prizes

PATTAYA SPORTS CLUB more than sport

We keep track of 4,000 active golfers USGA Approved Handicap for only 500 Baht per year.

Over 13,000 active members enjoy the other benefits of our card which include many discounts in Bars, Restaurants, Shops, Hospitals and much more.

Buy your member card online today at

PattayaSports.org pattayasports.org info@pattayasports.org 038 415 424

Open Daily 9am to 5pm 3/197 Pattaya 3rd Road

Amata Spring Country Club Tel: (038) 468 888 www.amataspring.co.th

Bangpakong Riverside Golf Tel: (038) 500 500 www.brc-golfcourse.com

Bangpra International Golf Club Tel: (038) 341149-50 www.bangpragolf.co.th

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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PATTAYA SPORTS CLUB more than sport

Our members enjoy organized golf most days of the week with super discounts at over 20 courses.

Golf made easy

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pattayasports.org info@pattayasports.org 038 415 424

Open Daily 9am to 5pm 3/197 Pattaya 3rd Road

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 company: 12,000 THB Trading company 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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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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Where To Buy Your “Today’s Edition” International Newspapers In Pattaya BOOKAZINE, JOMTIEN Jomtien Beach Rd

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)

FOODMART Thappraya Road (opposite Pan Pan)

FRIENDSHIP SUPERMARKET South Pattaya Road (near Tukcom)

AMIGO Soi Diamond (off Walking Street)

(close to the Dongtan Police Station)

If you would like to order your favourite International Daily Newspaper from the offices of Newspaper Direct, please call :

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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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PATTAYA GUIDE TO HOSPITALS BANGKOK HOSPITAL PATTAYA 301 Moo 6, Sukhumvit Road, Km. 143, Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 038 259 999

038 259 990

inquiry@bph.co.th

www.bangkokpattayahospital.com/en BANGKOK PATTAYA HOSPITAL IS LOCATED ON SUKHUMVIT ROAD 500M NORTH OF NORTH PATTAYA ROAD JUNCTION

PATTAYA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 328/1 Moo 9, Central Pattaya Road, Nongprue Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 038 488 777

038 422 740 / 038 427 742

pmhos@cscoms.com / pmhospital@hotmail.com / pmhos@hotmail.com www.pattayamemorial.com PATTAYA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CAN BE ACCESSED FROM CENTRAL PATTAYA ROAD OR 2ND ROAD

PATTAYA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL Soi 4, Beach Road, Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150 038 428 374

038 422 773

picpih@pihinter.com / picpih@loxinfo.co.th www.pihinter.com PIH CAN BE ACCESSED FROM 2ND ROAD AT SOI 4 (ONE WAY STREET)

PATTAYA BANGLAMUNG HOSPITAL 669 Moo 5 Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 038 429 244 / 038 427 580 PATTAYA BANGLAMUNG HOSPITAL CAN BE ACCESSED FROM SAWANG FA ROAD IN NAKLUA.

PATTAYA CITY HOSPITAL Soi Buakhao, Central Pattaya, Chonburi 20150 038 420 823 / 038 420 562 TRAVEL DOWN SOI BUAKHAO FROM PATTAYA KLANG TO SOUTH PATTAYA ROAD AND THE HOSPITAL IS ON YOUR LEFT HALFWAY DOWN THE SOI AFTER SOI LENGKEE

IF YOU DON’T WANT TO VISIT THE HOSPITAL BUT NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR THEN ANOTHER OPTION WOULD BE:

DR OLIVIER CLINIC 315/336 Moo 12, Thepprasit Road Soi 12, South Pattaya, Chonburi 20150 038 303 331 / 0868 276 922 (Mobile) THE CLINIC IS 400M FROM THE JUNCTION OF THAPPRAYA ROAD AND THEPPRASIT ROAD ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE IN SOI 12

HOSPITAL OUTSIDE OF PATTAYA SAMITIVEJ SRIRACHA HOSPITAL 8 Soi Laemket, Jermjompol Road, Sri Racha, Chonburi 20110 038 320 300

038 312 963

marketing@ssh.samitivej.co.th www.samitivejhospitals.com/sriracha FROM BANGKOK PATTAYA HOSPITAL ON SUKHUMVIT ROAD, JUST NORTH OF PATTAYA NUA, HEAD 30 KM TOWARDS CHONBURI. ALL THE WAY INTO SRIRACHA. TURN LEFT RIGHT PASSED THANON JERMJOMPOL.

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 68

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

PATTAYA.GUIDE Useful Number

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

ONE NUENG

THIRTEEN SIB SAM

IT’S OK MAI BEN RAI

TWO SONG

14 = 10 + 4 SIB SEE

I DON’T WANT ANY MAI OW KHRAP/KA

THREE SAM

15 = 10 + 5 SIB HA

I DON’T HAVE ANY MONEY MAI MEE DTUNG

FOUR SEE

20 YEE SIB

FIVE HAR

21 YEE SIB ET

SIX HOK

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

SEVEN JED

I AM FINE SABAI DEE

REALLY JING

EIGHT BAD

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

TEN SIB

TWELVE 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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DISCOUNT COUPON GUIDE

The Pattaya Guide Coupons are an easy way to try new services while getting a discount at the same time.

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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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 72

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New purchase, refinance condo’s

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Luxury Properties for Clients

Luxury properties for corporate clients are wanted for long-term contracts from 60,000 to 120,000 Thai baht per month direct from owners or developers.

No Agents.

property for professionals Email property details to info@homesdirect.asia

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