Welcome to Pattaya
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Rebooting Pattaya
New Order
On February 23rd, 2021, the Governor of Chonburi officially approved the extension of the entertainment venues' opening hours until midnight.
We will keep you up-to-date.
ThailandPlus
Big Brother is watching you!
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) informs that foreign tourists who have received the Certificate of Entry (COE) documentation to Thailand are now required to download the ThailandPlus application from Google Play Store or Apple App Store prior to their arrival.
The application use GPS and needs a not more than one-month-old profile photo as well as the COE number and reference ID obtained from the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate-General.
The application must be ON 24 hours during the entire stay in Thailand. It registers all check-in and check-out scans and should give notifications when you are in close contact with confirmed COVID-19 cases.
Thailand's highly educated tourism experts are always finding new ways to discourage potential tourists from visiting the country.
We will keep you up-to-date.
Emergency Decree
On February 23rd, 2021, the Cabinet of Thailand's Prime Minister, Dictator, Songwriter and the man of many words Prayut Chan-o-cha approved the extension of the nationwide state of emergency until March 31st, 2021, to prevent a resurgence in coronavirus infections and to help the authorities to enforce mandatory quarantines and streamline disease-control plans.
The emergency was imposed during March 2020 and gives Prayut Chan-o-cha sweeping powers, including a ban on large gatherings that prevents anti-government protests.
Update:
Ban on protests, assemblies, and mass gatherings
On March 5th, The Royal Gazette announced an official ban on protests, assemblies, and mass gatherings late last night in Bangkok as well as Samut Songkhram, Samut Prakan, Nonthaburi, Nakhon Pathom, and Pathum Thani.
Thailands Government officials claim the ban on protests is not political but is designed to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus and protect the health of all residents.
The ban comes ahead of an announced protest by a pro-democracy group that is set to march to the Thai Criminal Court on Saturday, March 6th.
Corana Virus
Latest Research
Photo by Gerd Altmann by Pixabay
According to a new study by Epidemiologists and Demographers from WorldPop at the University of Southampton, in collaboration with The Chinese University of Hong Kong, a combination of robust vaccination programmes and strict physical distancing rules could avoid recurring peaks of COVID-19 without the need to rely on stay-at-home restrictions.
If you are interested, the findings are published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour.
Bad News
SEA under Dictatorship
On February 1st, 2021, Myanmar's military staged a coup d'état and declared a state of emergency for one year. A video broadcast on military-owned television citied huge irregularities in November's vote.
The coup was a replica of Thailand's coup d'état in 2014 by Prayut Chan-o-cha. As in Thailand, the coup attempt has been rumoured for several days - and as in Thailand, the Myanmar Army denied any attempt to stage a coup...
Myanmar's military chief, General Min Aung Hlaing, should have been quietly preparing to retire in July 2021 when he turns 65, the official retirement age for the commander-in-chief of the country’s armed forces.
But instead of preparing to leave office and focusing on preparing a successor, the general consolidated power in a military coup.
Southeast Asia is now mostly under Dictatorship:
Songkran extended
On March 9th, 2021, Thailand's Cabinet approved a special holiday on April 12th to extend the Songkran holiday to six days this year.
However, as always, only civil servants, military personnel and bank employees can benefit from this offer.
Be prepared for closed offices, traffic jams and (deadly) accidents on crowded roads!
Mike Baird's Cartoon
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Neo Pattaya
We don't care
Sontaya Khunpleum, Pattaya's current mayor, plans to elevate our town to a world-class tourist city like Dubai, Singapore and/or Miami.
He is known as a big spender and a man of big words. But he likes to forget the problems at hand and let our city fall into disrepair.
Upcoming Festivals
March 2021
Eat and Walk festival in Naklua at Naklua's Old Market
April 2021
Songkran activities from April 13th until April 19th
May 2021
April 30th – May 1st: Pattaya Music Festival at Pattaya Beach
May 7th – May 8th: Pattaya Music Festival at Jomtien Beach
May 14th – May 15th: Pattaya Music Festival at Lan Poe Public Park, Naklua
May 21st – May 22nd: Pattaya Music Festival at Central Pattaya Beach
Jomtien
No News so far
Naklua
Comeback
Nachtcafé, a German Restaurant located on Soi 19, off Naklua Road, was reopened on March 16th.
Pattaya
During the Covid 19 pandemic, only PattayaSweethearts reports on the A Go-Go and Disco scene in Pattaya
Sushi
Kiwami, a nice sushi restaurant has opened on Pattaya Second Road, just a few metres from South Road.
Seafood
In North Pattaya on Second Road, opposite Soho Town, you can now enjoy excellent seafood in an appealing ambience.
Streetfood
More and more 'high-class' restaurants discover that they can earn some money with cheaper dishes. They sell them to passers-by right on the street.
Malibrew
Malibrew Garden, will be the latest addidition to A-ONE's Royal Cruise Hotel.
Malibrew is a contemporary brew house with live music. Beachroad Foods
New Food Court
A new Food Court has opened in the basement premises of the former Foodland Restaurant at Royal Garden Plaza. The venue opens from 11:00 until 20:00.
The menu starts at 50 baht. CentralMarina News
Pasta House and Siam Zaap replace two failed Japanese type restaurants at CentralMarina.
Due to an acute shortage of guests CentralMarina's Foodpark is temporarily closed.
New
Classic Café will replace Deli Diner to the right of Tukcom South Pattaya.
Closed
Almost all branches of The Pizza Company remaind closed at Pattaya's shopping centers.
We will keep you up-to-date
Shut-off
Terminal21 has closed much of its open-air parking for motorcycles and cars to begin construction of the announced underground garage for about an additional 300 cars. Parking will be free of charge!
We will keep you up-to-date
A sign of the times
Of the five floors of Mike Shopping Mall, with entrances from Pattaya 2nd Road and the city's Beach Road, only the ground floor of the building is accessible. All other retail areas are empty and therefore closed.
We will keep you up-to-date
Big Rebranding
After the merger of Thai Military Bank TMB with Thanachart Bank, the big rebranding action is now taking place. The name of the new bank is now: ttb.
Soi Buakhaow
During the Covid 19 pandemic, only PattayaSweethearts reports on the A Go-Go and Disco scene in Pattaya
Long live sports!
The SportsWorld Bar opened in Soi Lengkee, opposite the well-known La Poste Bar Club.
Take Away is back!
The former Sarasota Cafe Take Away restaurant at the entrance to Soi New Plaza reopened on March 1st as Tis Take Away with a completely new menu. Try it out!
Chill!
The Chill Bar prepares its opening to the left of the well-known BeneLux Bar.
Wursty's moved
Wursty's moved its German sausage car from South Pattaya Road to Soi Buakhao's Tree Town.
Rock Factory Specials
On March 4th the Rock Factory reopened again as a life music bar.
The Marquee Bar
Mama Mia!
If you're looking for a delicious pizza, try the freshly made pizza at the small food court in Soi Buakao's Nightmarket.
The lovely lady from Pizza Mama can even prepare your very own custom pizza.
Closed on Sundays
Say Yes to The Bay
The now defunct Yes Bar Beer was replaced by The Bay.
Rebranded
Soul City Pattaya in Tree Town has been renamed Town Bar.
Reopened
On March 17th, Craft Cottage, the beautiful restaurant in the corner Soi Diana / Soi LK Metro, reopened.
Discount
Sawasdee Siam Hotel: A sign of the time.
Warehouse - not Whorehouse!
In the premises of the failed Pook Plaza, the Baku Group will open The Warehouse, which, according to rumors, will be a nightclub.
On the move again:
From the Bronx to Brooklyn Bronx Pizza, currently located in Soi Lengkee, off Soi Buakhao, announces its move to Soi Buakhao' former Brooklyn Diner.
We will keep you up-to-date.
On the block
Smokin' Joe's BBQ and Steak & CO. located on Soi Lengkee, off Soi Buakhao, are for sale.
If you are interested, please call 089 834 1340.
The End of Ninja
The End of Ninja A Go-Go in Soi LK Metro.
Closed
Nightingale, once opened as a Coyote Bar that sometimes employed nice ladies and sometimes ladyboys, closed the penultimate weekend of this month - and is now up for sale for more than 500'000 Baht.
Soi 6
During the Covid 19 pandemic, only PattayaSweethearts reports on the A Go-Go and Disco scene in Pattaya
No News so far
Walking Street
During the Covid 19 pandemic, only PattayaSweethearts reports on the A Go-Go and Disco scene in Pattaya
The End of Walking Street?
Pattaya considers the revoking of entertainment licences!
Please read the report published by Pattaya Mail on March 9th!
Dolls pay for Taxi
The Dolls perform at Soi LK Metro!
Reopened
The Stones House, a rock club with live music, reopened on March 16th.
Reduced
Empty Midnight
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The Fun starts here
Enjoy our BeefBerger
It's my coffee
Same as Pattaya
We transport everything
Do the homework ...
... but do it well
Slow descent
COKE's tree eater
Who cares?
One portion serves six (by calories)
Drunken Snowman
Amazing Switzerland
Swiss Reality
The warmer it gets, the smaller it becomes
Mike Baird presents:
Pattaya Tourist Guides
These Tourist Guides were designed by Pattaya's #1 Cartoonist Mike Baird.Please click on the images above to see more and larger copies of his work.
Virus Warnings
Outbreak of Dengue Fever
There have been 61'662 cases of dengue fever in Thailand with 41 deaths in the first 9½ months of this year.
While Thailand seems to have the corona virus under control, the situation with dengue fever, another viral disease, is extremely worrying in the Kingdom.
Thailand's Public Health Officials advise people to make sure that there is no standing water around their homes, as this is a breeding ground for mosquitoes carrying the dengue virus.
October 11th: Mae Hong Son province in northern Thailand has reported the highest incidence by far with nearly 500 per 100'000 population.
This is followed by Rayong, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chaiyaphum and Chainat provinces.
Chikungunya Outbreak
Another dangerous virus in this area is the Chikungunya virus. It is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito.
The most common symptoms of infection are fever and joint pain. Other symptoms may include headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, or rash.
The Chikungunya virus was found for the first time in the Americas on islands in the Caribbean in late 2013.
The virus was imported by infected travellers into new areas such as Thailand.
Currently there is no vaccine for prevention or medication to treat a Chikungunya virus infection.
October 16th: Health officials in Thailand are reporting 10'101 chikungunya cases in 72 provinces through October 5th. No deaths have been reported so far.
Measles Outbreak
Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease caused by measles virus.
Symptoms usually develop 10–12 days after exposure to an infected person and last 7–10 days. Initial symptoms typically include fever, often greater than 40°C, cough, runny nose, and inflamed eyes. Small white spots may form inside the mouth two or three days after the start of symptoms. A red, flat rash which usually starts on the face and then spreads to the rest of the body typically begins three to five days after the start of symptoms.
Measles is an airborne disease which spreads easily from one person to the next through the coughs and sneezes of infected people.
No specific treatment is available but the measles vaccine is effective at preventing the disease and is exceptionally safe.
Through May 2nd, Thailand has seen 765 measles cases in 55 provinces. Narathiwat, Chiang Rai, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Phuket and Chiang Mai have been hardest hit by the measles.
Kill the Virus
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