Blogger-inpattaya: August 2012

Friday, August 31, 2012

Terror Incident in Guesthouse Lift - Pattaya People

It was like a scene from a Hollywood drama when on Wednesday evening the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team received a distress call that a man was reported to be stuck in a guesthouse lift. A few officers went along to the 5 storey building in Soi 13, Jomtien to discover the Thai man in his 60s had been trapped on the 3rd floor for over an hour. Immediately, the team got into action and within minutes prised open the door for the man to breathe and receive some water. After his rescue, Mr. Tammawong stated that as he was descending from the 5th floor the lights went out and the lift started shaking before coming to a sudden stop. Fortunately, people outside on the 3rd floor heard his shouts for help and contacted the Sawang Boriboon. It seems that everyone will now have to use the stairs as the out of service lift is being investigated.

14 “Hi-Low” gambling suspects caught in South Pattaya

gamblers were arrested on Monday Night at the Yai Low Village in Soi Khopai in South Pattaya. Police earlier received a tip-off that a gambling event was taking place at the location and converged on the village with the aim of arresting all gambling suspects. Many of them were able to escape but 14 were detained consisting of 11 men and 3 women who were taken to Pattaya Police Station and charged with the offence of gambling.

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Nightlife Reviews: Ticking Over...

Club Nevada is located at the Beach Road end of Soi 13/2 (Soi Post Office)
The bar is still ticking over in its minimalist sort of way. Its probably the weakest of the clutch of GoGos in this soi and next. Far East Rock scores as a hangout bar while Hot & Cold and Las Vegas offer the best hands on fun.
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Las Vegas generally has 3 or 4 dancers at a time and 3 or 4 more waiting their turn. The dress code is nude, topless or bikini depending on the girl. The music is oldie rock and it doesn't inspire the dancers very much.
The girls are friendly enough, but sometimes they seem to prefer to vanish off upstairs or outside rather than looking after customers.
Drinks are cheap though, and overall the bar provides a pleasant rather than enthralling experience.

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Swiss-owned house destroyed in fire at Sattahip Village

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A house owned by a Swiss National was destroyed by a fire on Monday and an 80 year old woman and the house maid are currently missing and may have died in the fire. Rescue Services and Fire-fighters were quickly on-scene at the Nada Village in Sattahip and after 3 hours the fire was brought under control. The Swiss owner and his Wife were currently out-of-the-country and the house was being looked-after by their maid who lived there with her 80 year old cousin. Neighbours reported hearing a loud explosion seconds before smoke was seen coming from the house which was constructed of Teak wood. Damage is estimated at 5 Million Baht and the whereabouts of the two missing women is still not known although Police were told that the pair may have left days before the fire to live elsewhere.

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Road Checkpoint in Central Pattaya - Pattaya People

Pattaya police set up one of their regular road checkpoints in Central Pattaya on Wednesday evening. This time it was on Soi Nokkao. The aim as always was to crackdown on criminal and drug related incidents. On this occasion, 9 women and 3 men were taken back to the police station after failing initial on the spot drug tests. They will be detained until official results come back from Banglamung hospital for them to be arrested or released.
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Tough Teens Stopped with Weapon - Pattaya People

On Saturday just before dawn, the Pattaya Police Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Giatisak Sa-tong-oy were informed that 2 male teens on a motorcycle were spotted with a gun on one of them, heading from a drinking spot on Balihai Pier to the top of Pratamnak Hill.

The police managed to locate them at Yinyom Beach at the end of Soi Pratamnak 6, and the 2 teens, aged 17 were stopped for searching. A .32 revolver was found on one of them with a bullet in the gun, and both tested positive for drug use.

The teen who was carrying the gun claimed the gun belonged to his father, and he took it out the house without his father’s consent to protect himself, as he always drinks with his friends on school holidays. Further legal procedures were taken and the parents will be notified.

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Robbed and Beaten by Teen Bikers - Pattaya People

On Saturday, the Pattaya Police Deputy Suppressing Inspector Pol. Capt. Somchai Chai-ka-na-nu-goon were called to deal with a robbery on Sukhumvit Road, opposite Tesco Lotus South Pattaya. The victim was Mr. Sataporn Guntahn, aged 23 from Na Jomtien. He had been beaten up, with his face badly bruised, and was waiting on the side of the roadby his motorcycle, which had been hit in the back.

Mr. Sataporn stated that he stopped to buy some food along the side of the road, and parked his motorcycle on the curb. While he was selecting his meal, a gang over 20 teens on many motorcycles along, and one of them crashed into his motorcycle and fell onto the road.

Mr. Sataporn ran to help them, and get his motorcycle off the ground, but then the whole gang stopped and started beating him up for his money and belongings.

They left as fast as they came, with his wallet containing 700 baht, ID and his mobile phone. The police network was alerted, but no such gang was found. Further investigations started immediately.

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Seminar for Community Cooperation in Banglamung - Pattaya People

Banglamung District Administration Office held a seminar at Alcazar Cabaret Theatre on Thursday morning on the subject of drugs. Attending were community leaders from 47 villages under the jurisdiction of Banglamung district. The aim of the talk was to get more positive cooperation from these communities to help police crackdown on crime and drug trafficking in their areas.
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Saturday's for Seafood Lovers at Hilton Hotel - Pattaya People

The special 3 Seafood Courses of the Hilton Hotel started on Saturday afternoon, at the Hilton’s Flare restaurant on the 15th floor, and the highlight’s included the Saturday Seafood Set Lunch featuring many delights, such as Tuna Salad, Butter Baked Lobster, scrumptuous desserts, and a selection of Cheeses.

This feast for seafood lovers will be offered every Saturday from noon – 2: 30 pm for 650 baht per person. More information of Saturday Seafood or other romantic dinner, call Flare Restaurant, Floor 15 of Hilton Hotel: 038- 253 000.

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Thursday, August 30, 2012

Road Safety Campaign in Banglamung - Pattaya People

Banglamung police set up one of their regular road checkpoints on Thursday afternoon on the flyover road near the railway line. On this occasion, officers were out not to catch drug addicts but to campaign about safety on the roads and to raise awareness especially of people riding motorcycles to always wear a safety helmet in case they get involved in an unfortunate accident.

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Coconut Husker Loses Four Fingers - Pattaya People

The Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team was called for assistance with an emergency, at a factory in Nongplalai, when a male worker using a coconut husk removal machine accidently slid his hand into the machine, where it got painfully stuck.

When the rescuers arrived the scene, the people had already stopped the engine, and the man, Mr. Suchart Ratanasuntorn, aged 29 from Nakhonsawan province, had lost 4 fingers to the machine. The rescuers immediately gave first aid and took Suchart to Banglamung Hospital. No one at the factory were sure what had happened, as they only heard his screaming when the accident occurred.

Further investigations will be taken as soon as Suchart is able to make a full statement. His co-workers assume it was truly an accident, as Suchart never drank before work.

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Wanted Brit Arrested in Pattaya - Pattaya People

On Friday night, a team of police from the Children and Womens Protection Center successfully arrested Mr. John Ian Charles AKA Grazy, aged 47 from England. The man was missing, but out on bail, after being arrested in May 2008 for Molestation of a 9-year-old boy. It was now time for him to appear in court for a trial. The police traced John and arrested him in the Jomtien Complex, and will take him to the court for the trial to be able to start. Mr. John requested to speak with his attorney, and did not cooperate politely with the reporters.

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11th Takraw Pattaya Cup Tournament - Pattaya People

Representatives from the Tourism Department at Pattaya City Hall announced at the Royal Garden Plaza on Beach Road about the 11th Takraw Pattaya Cup Tournament. This annual international sporting ball game, which is very popular in Thailand, will be held next weekend at the Indoor Sports Stadium in Jomtien.

Father Ray's Children Have Got Talent - Pattaya People

Father Ray’s Children Have Got Talent competition was held at The Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities on Saturday. The Grand Opening was conducted by the Chairman of the Tourism and Sports Committee of Pattaya City Hall Mr. Ratanachai Suttidechanai, and Father Pichaan Jaiseree welcomed the Guests of Honor and all the visitors to Father Ray’s own talent competition.

The kids showed off their artistry in singing and dancing, and both children and guests greatly enjoyed the shows and competition. The main purpose of this event was to mark the occasion of the 9th Anniversary of Father Ray’s Death.

Many major cable TV stations broadcasted the event, and opened up for donations on line. This was a great help to the foundation, and raised a lot of money for the underprivileged children in the care of the Father Ray Foundation.

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Results for Pattaya Cup Youth Volleyball 2012 - Pattaya People

The second Pattaya Cup Youth Volleyball ended for this season on Tuesday at Pattaya School No. 7. For the Male Youths Volleyball Under 16 Category, the victory went to Pattaya School No. 7, vanquishing Wang Nam Yen School in 3 sets by scoring 25:18, 26:24 and 25:19.
The Male Youths Volleyball Under 14 win went to Wang Nam Yen School, beating Pattaya School No. 7 in 2 sets, with the scoreboard reading 15:25 and 19:25. The winning teams received trophies and 10,000 Baht, and will be in training for the advanced levels of competition, to represent our region in Volleyball games.

Pattaya Restaurants and Dining out

Thailand is a destination for globe trotters who want the very best Asia can offer. From adventure trekking to wild island parties, Thailand is a traveler's paradise. We show you where to dine out, what the food on the street is great and where to eat Italian, French etc alacarte food. Let us take you on a culinary journey of Pattaya. Where is the cheapest and where is the best, We show you.

Charity Makes Merit for Lions Club Secretary - Pattaya People

On Saturday morning, Mr. Somsak Narkson, the Secretary of the Pratamnak – Pattaya Lions Club, hosted a Buddhist ceremony at his house at the top of South Pattaya Road. The ceremony was held to obtain merit for all who contributed to the allocation of raw rice and basic medications to 200 students from poor families. These donations included wheel chairs to Pattaya City Hospital and funds to support education for media reporters’ children.

Representatives from many schools in Ayutthaya were also invited to the ceremony, to receive Royal Thai Dictionaries for their students. This ceremony and the donations are done annually by Mr. Somsak’s family.

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Surasak Holds Community Sports Day - Pattaya People

A community Sports Day was held on Monday at the public sports field in Surasak. Residents from a total of 48 communities under the jurisdiction of Surasak Municipality took part in the social event, many as spectators and others playing a number of popular games such as football, running and volleyball for all to participate and have a fun day out.
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Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Introducing Pattaya Star Academy - Pattaya People

On Saturday morning at the Pattaya Star Academy on Soi Siam Country Club, 2 senior actors of Thailand Mr. Bodin Duke and Mr. Watanyu Moongmaai attended a Traditional Ceremony to pay respect to all their teachers, both alive and passed away. The Director of the Academy Mr. Changit Na Ranong oversaw the ceremony and welcomed all the guests, students and their parents.

The Pattaya Star Academy, situated on a half of Rai of land, has been operating for 3 months. The school is open everyday from 9: 30 am – 7 pm, and over 100 students, aged 5-12 have already registered. The kids will learn to sing, act, and develop their personalities, as a sparkling personality can lead to a brighter future.,

The Director Mr. Changit plans to expand to Sukhumvit Road, and to hold a Thai Junior Supermodel of 2013 contest, to find gifted individuals to enter the entertainment industry.

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Centara Grand Mirage's Concern for Elders and Orphans - Pattaya People

As National Mother’s Day has just been celebrated, most mothers in the country have enjoyed memorable and valuable times with their children. However, many elders and orphans might have been forgotten. So, on Wednesday, the Management of the Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, led by its General manager Mr. Andre Brulhart, hosted a Mother’s Day Celebration for the elders from the Banglamung Elderly Home and the orphans from Father Ray Foundation.
Jasmine Flower Bouquets were presented to the elders, and blessings were given to the youngsters. This activity was held to honor mothers everywhere and HM the Queen on her 80th Birthday. Many games were played with the kids and the staff, and the hotel employees had a great time with the energetic children. The seniors at the Banglamung Elderly Home received the flowers from Mr. Andre, who traveled up to the home in person, to pay his respect to all the seniors.

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Pattaya Nightlife Guide

Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed We tell you where to go, for how much and with whom you'll have fun. Pattaya is not only about beaches or shopping. Our Pattaya Nightlife guide will show you al the options and then some. Don't waste your time trying to look for the right places for hours because we've got you covered.

Thailand News: Ethically Correct...

Thailand's Daily News newspaper has reported the alarming news of the latest move by the Thai TV censor to improve the country's notorious soap operas.

Thais and even some foreigners who have been here long enough know how many of these popular TV melodramas are committed to over-dramatisation and stereotyping of characters.

Jealousy, class discrimination, chauvinism, exaltation of wealth and power, violence, typecasting and reinforcement of prejudices against people like housemaids, ethnic minorities and transvestites prevail in these television series. In recurring soap storylines, protagonists often can't seem to do anything wrong even when they commit some wrongs.

Daily News quoted Supinya Klangnarong, a member of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), as saying guidelines will be issued to TV and radio producers addressing the negative aspects of Thai soaps in the hope that the industry can regulate itself. While such a code of ethics will be non-binding, a warning will have been given and the future granting or renewal of permits by the NBTC to produce TV and radio content will be conditional on a review of soap-opera content, she said.

Supinya, who chairs the committee for the promotion of self-regulation, was quoted as saying that she is aware that Thai soap operas are like sweets.

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CEO of Kingdom Property Launches Southpoint - Pattaya People

This weekend saw the launch of a major project for one of Pattaya’s growing property companies, Kingdom Property. The organization held a party at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club on Pratamnak Hill, and the occasion was a double affair, with the launch of Southpoint, the company’s latest luxury condominium project in the Pratamnak area, and the birthday of its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nigel J Cornick. Mr. Cornick has a wealth of experience in the real estate world, including being General Manager and then CEO of the highly prestigious Raimon Land PLC during the 1990s and early 2000s. After a 3 year stint a CEO of Binswanger Brooker real estate, Nigel has taken up the reins of Kingdom Property which will focus on building a high class real estate portfolio in Pattaya. The festivity had a live band and dancing girls on stage with 2 projection screens depicting what Southpoint will deliver. The excellent buffet was supplied by Daruma Sushi and Sunrise Tacos, and was immensely enjoyed by everyone.

Mr. Cornick stated that “Yes, the industrial base in the Eastern Seaboard is going to continue to grow. “Just on the industrial base alone, you have to be confident that Pattaya is going to be ahead of the field.”

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Disturbed Man on Electricity Pylon Incident - Pattaya People

Banglamung police were called by the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team in the early hours of Friday to deal with a man who had climbed an electricity pylon in Nongplalai and they believed he would jump. At the scene, the team came across 32 year old Mr. Wijit who seemed to be going through an anxiety attack. He was shouting and muttering to himself oblivious to all around. After failing to get his attention police was given the phone number of the man’s girlfriend. After 30 minutes the woman arrived and she talked him down from the pylon. Police released him after he apologized and his girlfriend stated that he had a mental problem and was undergoing medical treatment at a local hospital.
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Pattaya Hospitals

Hospitals in Pattaya generally run to a high standard and are known for their efficient service. The top hospitals in Pattaya are on par with good private hospitals in Europe/USA, and tourists are often surprised by the range of services that the hospitals in Pattaya have to offer. Let us give you all the info about each one.

Introducing Grande Caribbean Condo Resort Pattaya - Pattaya People

A new condominium project was introduced to potential clients and media reporters on Saturday evening, at the Sales Office of the Grande Caribbean Condo Resort. Many guests came to the Pirates of the Caribbean themed party and tasty food was served to all while attending the sales presentation. Four eight-storey condos and one 28 storey tower are in the works, offering fully furnished, ready to move in apartments. All you need is your suitcase! The apartments will surround an amazing tropical landscape, with huge multi level salt water swimming pools.

Boredom is out of the question for kids who can get a great workout on the sandstone beach or atop one of the Pirate ships moored in the pool. The 2 wooden pirate ships moored in the pool, are complete with water cannons, and fully rigged with masts and sails. Up top they have sun decks, and below decks are the lounges waiting for you to chill out.

The Grande Caribbean Project is located on Thappraya Road between Thepprasit and Pratumnak Roads on 11.5 Rais of land. Prices start at 1.59 million baht and the entire project is valued at over 2 billion baht.

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Thailand News: Shakespeare Lives...

Thailand's Daily News newspaper has reported the alarming news of the latest move by the Thai TV censor to improve the country's notorious soap operas.

Thais and even some foreigners who have been here long enough know how many of these popular TV melodramas are committed to over-dramatisation and stereotyping of characters.

Supinya, who chairs the committee for the promotion of self-regulation, was quoted as saying that she is aware that Thai soap operas are like sweets.

The more you eat the more delicious they become. But if you eat them everyday you will become fat. So

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Banglamung District Anti-Drug Programme at Alcazar - Pattaya People

Another session of the Banglamung District community’s anti-narcotics programmes took place at the Alcazar Cabaret Theatre on Second Road during Monday afternoon. Representatives from villages under the jurisdiction of Banglamung met up to discuss methods to help police in fighting crime, especially those that are drug related. They were all informed about the latest tricks that drug dealer networks were using especially to get vulnerable young people involved in taking drugs.

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Sting Operation Hauls in Drug Trafficker - Pattaya People

Pattaya police set up a sting operation on Monday evening to trap a known drug trafficker working in Central Pattaya. After receiving information about Nattapong, undercover agents contacted him and ordered an amount of crystal meths, which order he gladly accepted. They arranged a time and meeting place and after the handover, officers revealed their identity and arrested the 35 year old man and took him back to the police station for further investigation.

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Nightlife News: New Bee Bar Owners...

Taxes for liquor and cigarettes were increased yesterday, with government officials projecting the tax hikes will generate an additional 12 billion baht in revenue for the state each year.

The boost in excise taxes for liquor and cigarettes is also expected to reduce consumption by increasing consumer prices.

Cabinet members approved an increase in taxes for white spirits to 150 baht per litre of 100% alcohol content, up from 120 baht previously. For blended spirits, the tax was increased to 350 baht per litre of 100% alcohol content, up from 300 baht previously.

Cigarette excise taxes, meanwhile, were increased to 87%, up from 85% previously.

Officials estimate that store prices for Marlboro cigarettes should increase by eight baht per pack, six baht for Mild Seven cigarettes and six baht for Krong Thip cigarettes.

Benja Louichareon, director-general of the Excise Department said that the tax hikes were relatively limited as many rates already were at or near the ceiling permitted under the law. Sharp increases could result in more smuggling or tax evasion, she said, adding the Excise Department favoured an overhaul of the entire excise tax structure to allow current rate ceilings to be increased.

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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Indian Tourist Finds Thief in Room - Pattaya People

Pattaya police were called in the early hours of Tuesday morning to investigate a burglary that had occurred at the Lido Hotel on Third Road. As the suspect thief was believed to be hiding in the area, police surrounded the grounds but found no one answering the victim’s description. Indian tourist, Mr. Singh stated that he was woken up by a noise in the first floor room where he is staying, to find a young man going through his belongings. He tried to detain the thief who managed to struggle free and ran off with 2,000 baht, a laptop and a mobile phone. A report was made and an investigation is now underway.

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Evacuation Seminar at Laem Chabang - Pattaya People

On Wednesday at the Fire Prevention Center located in Laem Chabang Port, the Deputy Mayor of Laem Chabang Mr. Sukoom Indaeng opened a Training session. The seminar instructed the officials from relevant authorities on evacuation procedures, and the proper techniques for dealing with leaks of Chemical and other Dangerous Substances. The lecture was pursuant to the policies of the Prime Minister and the Minister of the Interior.
A full training program will be held on August 28th, 2012 at the same location. This program will add instructions on how to create acceptable living conditions for people who need to move to government evacuee camps.

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Pattaya Massage Guide

There are 2 types of Massage in Pattaya, Traditional and . . . Massages are a long standing and popular tradition in Thailand but some massage 'parlours offer you a lot more than just relaxation of your muscles. . . . an oil massage where you get massaged in ‘additional places’ for an extra fee of about 300 to 500 baht -on top of the 120-200 baht for the massage. There are many places in Pattaya. Let us show you where to go and how much to pay and what to avoid.

Thailand News: Taxing Times...

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Domestic Tiff Leads to Woman Jumping from Hotel Balcony - Pattaya People

Pattaya police were notified by the Sawang Boriboon on Monday evening that a female Russian tourist had fallen from the balcony of a hotel in Cosy Beach, Pratamnak. On arrival at the five storey hotel, officers came across 35 year old Miss Irina Sugak in severe pain, being treated for multiple fractures before being taken to Pattaya Memorial Hospital. Her Russian companions stated that earlier they had all been drinking in Irina’s room on the fifth floor, when she had a row with her Russian boyfriend. For some unknown reason, they saw her run to the balcony and jump over. A report was made and a full statement from Miss Sugak will be taken to find the cause of the incident.

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Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in South Pattaya - Pattaya People

Police set up one of their regular road checkpoints in the early hours of Friday morning, this time along Soi Buakhao. A total of 10 people, 8 women, 3 men and one ladyboy were taken back to the police station to be questioned and face charges after failing drug tests and/or carrying drugs.
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Pattaya Golfing Directory and Guide

For many years, Pattaya has been regarded as one of the best golfing locations in Thailand. You will be spoilt for choice here as there are many top quality courses that you can play. Pleanty of courses . . . will present unique challenges for both the novice and experienced golfer. Let us give us the details, ratings and prices of all the golf courses in Pattaya and much more.

Police Round Up Failed Drug Test Motorists - Pattaya People

Pattaya police set up another road checkpoint on Soi Nokkao in Central Pattaya on Monday evening to monitor passing motorists suspected of being under the influence of drugs. Within an hour, officers arrested 10 people, 7 men and 3 women after they failed on the spot drug tests, plus one man for possession of one gram of crystal meths. They were all taken away for legal proceedings.

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Colorful Northern Thai Cultural Art and Tourism Exhibition Held

The Northern Cultural Art and Tourism Exhibition was recently held where the four main northern provinces of Thailand, Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang and Mae Hong Son
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Below are the top 10 Pattaya attractions - enjoy

Pattaya does have hundreds of attractions to look at and and many times that in things to do. we have gone through them and bring you ten best things (the ten MUST DO) things in Pattaya. On the following pages we also list the other 9999 things to do :)
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Sanctuary of Truth Rising 100 metres into the sky and exquisitely carved entirely out of teak wood, The Sanctuary of Truth is a gigantic wooden construction that's one of a kind in the world. A unique fusion of religion, philosophy, art and culture, The Sanctuary of Truth, built entirely of teakwood, is neither a temple nor a palace even though it looks a bit like a hybrid of both. Best described as a monument to Thai craftsmanship, its awe-inspiring sculptures and carvings pay homage to, and are a reflection of the ‘Ancient Vision of Earth', ‘Ancient Knowledge’ and ‘Eastern Philosophy’.Read more here

Pattaya Floating Market A recent attraction to Pattaya is the Floating Market situated on the Sukhumvit Highway just south of Pattaya with lots of stalls selling a variety of item. The Four Regions Floating Market is separated into sections – each representing and selling items from the major parts of Thailand (north, northeast, central and south). There’s also a regular afternoon cultural show, and you can hire a man-powered boat for four people for around 30 minutes. A walk through the hundreds of wooden houses built in the different styles of Thailand’s Read more here

Mini Siam & Europe Built to entertain the tourists, the two structures blend the past and present. It preserves miniature models of Thai and Western heritage. Different models are laid out in themes showcasing important places and events of ancient times until the present. Displaying Thai and European heritage on a miniature scale. This is the third miniature town in the world after the Netherlands and Taiwan that brings together models of important objects Read more here

Tiffany Show - This is the Original Transvestite Cabaret Show in Pattaya, Thailand; and is now in its 38th year. Originating as a one-man show performed for friends on New Year' Eve in 1974, Tiffany's Show Pattaya is a household word in Thailand and Asia as well as around the world. Everyone loves a great tale of adventure and romance. But this is nothing like watching “Moulin Rouge” on Blu-Ray Read more here

Community Programme to Maintain Local Temples - Pattaya People

The management of the Central Festival Pattaya Beach Mall continued with its Sukawadee Community Service Project this week by cleaning up the area around the Big Buddha on Pratamnak Hill. Now in its 3rd year this community programme aims to clean up, maintain and improve services, such as toilets, at temples around Pattaya. Walls were painted and many plants and trees were spruced up to attract visitors to this famous hilltop landmark in Pattaya.

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‘International Day’ Enjoyed in Style at Havana Bar

was recently held at Havana Bar & Terrazzo of the Holiday Inn, hosted together with Steps & Rhythm Dance Academy. Great feedback was received by guests who participated in colorful and creative national costumes.

Monday, August 27, 2012

Phone Snatcher Nabbed in Laem Chabang - Pattaya People

A press conference was held on Wednesday at the Laem Chabang Police Station by its Superintendent Pol. Col. Sak-ra-pee Piao-pa-nit to announce the arrest of Mrs. Pornsuree Sare-taang, aged 39 from Baan Beung, Chonburi. She has been charged with many counts of theft of mobile phones and other properties. Many shop and store owners in Sriracha had complained to the officials that a woman, aged 35-40, would come in the store and pretend to shop, and when the owners looked away, the woman vanished with their belongings and / or their mobile phones.
After the police investigated, they found that Mrs. Pornsuree was a clear suspect for these crimes. She was apprehended at her home in Baan Beung, and legal proceedings followed the press conference.
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Pattaya Mayor Announces Four Improvement Strategies

"Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome announces to Pattaya City Council members, business owners and citizens the Four Strategies that will dramatically improve Pattaya within the next four years." /

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British Drug Trafficker Arrested with Cocaine - Pattaya People

On Saturday night, Immigration Police led by Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Rattapong Tiasoot and assistaed by Pol. Lt. Tanadit Teuan-cham-naan successfully arrested Mr. Duncan James Mcgee, aged 54 from England. He was detained with 9 bags of Cocaine, 9 grams in total, on Pattaya’s 3rd Road while he was chumming for clients.
Pol. Lt. Tanadit Teuan-cham-naan said the Immigration Police had put a trace on Duncan, after receiving a report of a man called Duncan from England, aged around 54, tall, chubby, white hair, with 2 bird tattoos on his arms. The report stated that he had promoted himself into a regular drug trafficker in Pattaya, selling Cocaine to many tourists for 3,000 Baht per bag, and that he plied his trade around a beer bar on 3rd Road, near the former X’Zite Discotheque.
The officers finally found Duncan on 3rd Road as reported, in possession of 9 grams of Cocaine. Duncan pleaded guilty, and was taken for further investigations. He revealed that his supplier, located in Nana, Sukhumvit, BKK sold him the coke for 2,000 Baht per bag. The police uncovered a criminal record for previous drug offence in Thailand, but Duncan is out on bail, and the case awaits a hearing in court at the moment. The best information about Thailand and Pattaya can be found at the Pattaya Thailand Travel Guide.
As Duncan failed to produce any visas to support his stay in Thailand, he now is charged with illegal possession of Narcotics and Entry without Approval.
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Nightlife in Pattaya

The cool thing about Pattaya is that it is for all tastes - you can always find lots of places to do your thing at. Most of the nightlife action geared towards tourists is found in South Pattaya, with the densest concentration of bars, GoGo bars, massage parlours and discos along the famous neon-drenched strip known as Walking Street. Pattaya is synonymous with nightlife, and go-go bars blazed the trail for all that followed suit. These enclosed bars, in which scantily clad girls strut, shuffle and sway seductively around steel poles, are the reason many come to Pattaya. Usually the entry is free, photography forbidden, music loud, booze flowing, girls available. Nudity is illegal in Thailand, but here in Pattaya's gogo land rules are made to be broken. Prices for drinks average around 120 baht for a beer or shot and mixer, with drinks for your half-naked host coming in at slightly more. Pattaya is famous for its beer bars sometimes also called bar-beer. They're ramshackle, cheap and loud but often a lot of fun – Pattaya's beer bars are quite legendary. Some are in enclosed shophouses, but most come jammed together inside tatty corrugated iron roofed places around Walking Street and lower Beach Road. Anyone on a budget can get a few drinks here quite cheaply

Remembering Father Ray Brennan - Pattaya People

On Thursday evening at St Nikolaus Church on Sukhumvit Road, a memorial service was held for one of Pattaya’s legendary figures, Father Ray Brennan. People gathered to celebrate the 9th anniversary of Father Ray’s death on 16th August, 2003. Father Ray dedicated his life to saving and looking after underprivileged children, orphans and people with disabilities. His motto was never to turn a needy child away. Over the years many schools were set up by Father Ray such as the Blind School in Naklua and the Redemptorist School for People with Disabilities on Sukhumvit Road. Today, the Father Ray Foundation carries on his work with Children’s Home and Children’s Village, by helping thousands of children and teenagers to achieve a positive way of life.

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Sriracha Tiger Zoo (Pattaya Tiger Zoo) What do Bengal tigers, dogs and pigs have in common? After all, they’re all members of the animal kingdom but they come from completely different families. At Sriracha Tiger Zoo, though, you will find them all living together in harmony, thanks to the zoo’s rather unique feeding programme. Witness mother pigs feed tiger cubs alongside their own piglets; have your picture taken with the cubs; watch the crocodile show, or enjoy riding on an elephant. Read more here

Underwater World A new travellers or tourist attraction inside town is this bigest and most modern ocean aquarium inside Asia. This is one of the largest and most modern aquariums in Asia, Underwater World Pattaya has a sub aqua tunnel divided into three different zones: Coral Reef, Shark and Ray, and the Giant Siam – home to more than 200 different marine species. Near the entrance, there is a Touch Pool displaying creatures found in rock pools at coastal areas around Thailand. Read more here

Suan Nong Nooch Set in a 2.4sqkm beautifully landscaped ground, Nong Nooch Garden is like a giant theme park featuring daily cultural shows, restaurants and accommodation as well as a vast area dedicated to individually themed gardens. All gardens are beautifully landscaped park and can easily make an all-day trip. The entire area is more like a theme park Read more here

Ko Lan Island Having some nice beaches and solicitude, Ko Lan is the favorite of the tourists who favour a peaceful vacation, miles away from the hustle and bustle. Lovely beaches, clear water and abundant coral are the characteristics of Ko Lan group of Islands. Alternatively, you can just relax on the beach. Ko Lan, is the only tourism worthy island near Pattaya, is the largest of a group of three islands, the other two being Ko Sak and Ko Khrok. Read more here

Pattaya Elephant Village Over the centuries, elephants have dished Thailand in a diversify of roles, opening when huge well weapons in times of war & transitioning to wolves of burden in the teakwood forest industry. These domesticated elephants are too accustomed to living in the human environment to be released back into the wild. One other important factor is diminishing natural habitats, due to human encroachment and deforestation. This type of elephant sanctuary is one of the few available options that come to the ‘retired’ elephants’ rescue. At the Elephant Village, they live in a natural setting, with freedom to roam around freely when they are not performing to an audience. Read more here

Walking Street Pattaya is probably the most exciting street in the world if like to have fun. Here you will find all kinds of entertainment, from bars, discos, gogo-bars, cabaret shows and much much more. Walking Street starts at Beach Road of south Pattaya and goes to the Bali-Hi Pier. There is a large sign of Pattaya Walking Street at the entrance connecting to Beach road. Although this street is called Walking Street, it is not free of vehicles all day long. Read more here

The Prim Grand Condominium Launched at Two Million Baht

The Prim Grand Condominium is Pattaya’s newest luxury project aimed at the middle to high-class market with the starting price at two million baht per unit.

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

Pattaya Grand Sale Offers up to 70% Discounts

The annual Pattaya Grand Sale returns this year with over 50 participating hotels, restaurants, tourist destinations, golf courses and shops are offering up to 70% discount.

Consumer Protection Police Division Keeping a Close Eye on Jet Ski Operators

"Pol. Maj. Gen. Niphon Jaroenphon, Chief of the Consumer Protection Police Division, confirms Jet Ski complaints in Pattaya will be resolved in order to improve Thailand’s tourism reputation." /

Conference to Boost Booming Russian Tourist Market in Pattaya - Pattaya People

A business conference was held on Friday afternoon at the A-One Royal Cruise Hotel on Pattaya Beach Road organised by the Thai Hotel Association and Association of Thai Travel Agents. The topic for discussion was about members of both associations to encourage the expansion of the booming Russian Tourist market in Pattaya. Currently, the Russian tourist market is very important boost to the economy of Pattaya. To date, 1.7 million Russians arrived for package holidays in Pattaya during the first 7 months of 2012. ?

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Accident Involving Police Van and Truck - Pattaya People

Police were notified by the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team on Thursday evening that a truck had overturned after a collision involving a police van on Sukhumvit Road in the Jomtien area. At the scene, the driver of the truck was being given treatment for a minor injury. The other victim, a police officer from Panatikom police station, had already been sent to Bangkok Hospital Pattaya with serious head wounds. Before being taken to hospital the driver of the truck Mr. Apiwat, stated that as he was going home to Sattahip the police pickup suddenly came up behind and hit the rear of his truck, causing both to lose control and turn over on this busy stretch of road. A report was made and a full investigation is now underway.
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Pattaya Beach

The Beaches around Pattaya can be split into 4 major areas, The Islands, Naklua & Wong Amat Beach, Pattaya Beaches, and Jomtien Beach. We take you to all of them t show you what they have to offer.

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Drunken Man Slashes Women with Cutter Blade - Pattaya People

At 3 am on Wednesday, the Pattaya Police Deputy Suppressing Inspector Pol. Capt. Supawat Rattapreecha were summoned to deal with a donnybrook on Pattaya Beach, in front of Soi 6/1. 2 injuries were reported, and the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team was also contacted for assistance.
At the scene, a group of people had apprehended Mr. Sorapong Gerd-gaew, aged 33 from Surat-thani province. He was very drunk. The victims were 2 women Miss Prayad Naamdee, aged 33 who sustained 3 slash wounds to her abdomen, and was sinking into a coma, and Miss Buasaai Tongkaao, aged 28, who had been slashed on both her arms. Both were administered first aid while being taken to Banglamung Hospital. Miss Buasaai stated that she and Miss Prayad were sitting on the beach, when Mr. Sorapong walked past them, then stopped to accuse Prayad of staring at his face. They got into an argument, then Sorapong pulled out a cutter blade and started slashing Miss Prayad’s abdomen.
Miss Buasaai jumped up to help, but Miss Prayad had already been lacerated 3 times by the blade. Then Miss Buasaai also got slashed on her arms as Sorapong was very strong, even when drunk. Mr. Sorapong’s claim was different. He maintained he was trying to protect himself because the 2 women were trying to hurt him. Further investigations will be made.