Bali Hai pier

  • Thailand NewsPattaya’s Bali Hai Pier cleanup unveils stunning new look

    Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier cleanup unveils stunning new look

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s recent visit sparked a major makeover at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. The seaside hotspot, famous for its bustling activity, is undergoing a massive transformation that promises to leave locals and tourists in awe. Following the Thai premier’s directive, an army of sanitation and waste management officers from the Pattaya City Environment Department, along with other…

  • Thailand NewsBali Hai Pier and Koh Larn to undergo major makeover

    Bali Hai Pier and Koh Larn to undergo major makeover

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has mandated a comprehensive overhaul of the Bali Hai Pier and Koh Larn. The ambitious project aims to revitalise the pier’s landscape, streamline electrical and communication cables, and boost overall tidiness. This initiative underscores the Thai premier’s commitment to elevating visitor experiences and enhancing local amenities. Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai, alongside Deputy Mayor Kritsana Boonsawat and…

  • Thailand NewsPier pressure: Pattaya’s iconic sign vandalised, community shocked

    Pier pressure: Pattaya’s iconic sign vandalised, community shocked

    In a shocking act of vandalism, Pattaya City’s cherished landmark, the PATTAYA CITY sign at Bali Hai Pier, has been defaced, leaving the community reeling. The iconic sign, once a proud emblem of Pattaya’s vibrant identity, now stands marred by thoughtless spray paint, a glaring symbol of disrespect. This landmark, adored by locals and tourists alike, represents more than just…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya’s Bali Hai Pier project disaster

    Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier project disaster

    Initiated with grand aspirations back in November 2017, the Bali Hai Pier project was supposed to breathe new life into Pattaya’s tourism scene. With a whopping budget of 95 million baht approved by the city council, hopes were sky-high. Plans boasted extensive renovations and lush landscaping, including the show-stopping Dancing Fountain Plaza destined to dazzle tourists. Fast forward to today,…

  • Thailand NewsBali Hai Pier roof construction to be completed before Songkran

    Bali Hai Pier roof construction to be completed before Songkran

    Ensuring the safety and comfort of locals and tourists, Pattaya Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai has pledged to complete the roof construction at Bali Hai Pier before the Songkran festival. Manoch, along with city council members, personally inspected the ongoing project at the pier on Tuesday, March 19. The construction project at Bali Hai Pier entails two fundamental components. One is…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya authorities impose new rules on boat operators at Bali Hai Pier

    Pattaya authorities impose new rules on boat operators at Bali Hai Pier

    In Pattaya City, the local authorities have put forth new stringent regulations to deal with issues plaguing boat operators at Bali Hai Pier. This includes the implementation of standardised ticket prices and a ban on herding tourists. Earlier this week, the Pattaya City Council convened to strategise and regulate tour boat operations and rules for operators. This was spurred by…

  • Pattaya NewsBrawl over boat pricing to Koh Larn erupts at Laem Bali Hai pier

    Brawl over boat pricing to Koh Larn erupts at Laem Bali Hai pier

    Tourists were left in shock as a group of people herding guests aboard a boat to Koh Larn erupted into a brawl over pricing at the Laem Bali Hai pier in Chon Buri province. The video clip of the incident, which transpired yesterday, was released a day later and showed the two groups engaged in a heated and violent confrontation.…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya mayor unveils concept art for revamped and covered Bali Hai Pier

    Pattaya mayor unveils concept art for revamped and covered Bali Hai Pier

    Pattaya Mayor Poramese Ngampiches unveiled concept art yesterday for a revamped and covered Bali Hai Pier. The need for improvement has been a topic of discussion for quite some time, with numerous complaints from tourists, both local and international, about the lack of shade and protection from rain at the pier. Travellers use the pier to access various islands around…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya dwellers want public restrooms built faster at pier

    Pattaya dwellers want public restrooms built faster at pier

    Pattaya dwellers want public restrooms at one pier to be built faster. Construction on the restrooms at the Bali Hai Pier has reportedly stalled. The restrooms were supposed to be built on June 14, 2021, after the construction began in December 2020. The budget for the project had been 3.88 million baht, according to local media. But the 32 restrooms…

  • Thailand video newsThailand News Today | Day 5 PCR test scrapped & Covid insurance reduced!

    Thailand News Today | Day 5 PCR test scrapped & Covid insurance reduced!

    The Day 5 PCR test for the Test & Go entry scheme has been scrapped. Instead, on day 5, travellers are required to take a self-administered ATK test without the need to stay at an SHA approved hotel. The new measures go into effect on March 1. Travellers entering under the Test & Go scheme must still undergo a PCR…

  • Thailand NewsTourists complain of more scams at a free public carpark at Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier

    Tourists complain of more scams at a free public carpark at Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier

    Residents and Thai tourists are again complaining to Pattaya authorities saying that they were charged a parking fee at a ‘free’ public carpark at the Bali Hai Pier. The residents report there was a group of people around the carpark and demanding a fee of 300 baht per day from the drivers. Many tourists, both Thais and foreigners, weren’t aware…

  • Thailand News32 public toilets at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya will be ready by this April

    32 public toilets at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya will be ready by this April

    The Deputy City Mayor of Pattaya told Thai media that 32 public toilets at Bali Hai Pier will be finished and ready to use by April, admitting that construction for the 5 million baht restroom project had fallen a bit behind schedule. Deputy mayor Pattana Boonsawat told Thai media that the construction of the toilets fell behind schedule due to…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya restaurant raided a fifth time for Covid-19 violations

    Pattaya restaurant raided a fifth time for Covid-19 violations

    Seemingly unfazed by an apparent complete lack of any punishment the first 4 times, a Pattaya restaurant has been raided a fifth time for violating Covid-19 restrictions. The restaurant, Sky Mountain, has been busted 4 times previously for operating as a bar, selling alcohol and opening without proper permitting, but has faced little repercussions for their disregard for the regulations…

  • Crime NewsPattaya mayor calls for more security on Bali Hai pier

    Pattaya mayor calls for more security on Bali Hai pier

    After a number of incidents went viral on social media, the mayor of Pattaya ordered officials to crack down on issues at the Bali Hai pier. Crimes like price gouging and tour boats operating without licenses have been frequently reported, so as of yesterday there will be a significant increase in police and security on the pier. Bali Hai pier…

  • Pattaya News“Free parking” signs placed at Pattaya pier after complaints of scammers

    “Free parking” signs placed at Pattaya pier after complaints of scammers

    After numerous complaints that people were soliciting money for parking spaces at Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier, some reportedly asking for up to 500 baht, city officials have installed signs announcing that parking is free and to report if they are being charged for a space. The Pattaya News has reported that the free spaces are located at the blue field…

  • Pattaya NewsMan almost drowns looking for shells, suffers serious injuries

    Man almost drowns looking for shells, suffers serious injuries

    Yesterday afternoon, a man required medical attention after nearly drowning and suffering serious injuries after his search for shells went awry. He had been looking for shells near the Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya, a city on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. The (name withheld) 60 year old man, was found lying unconscious on the beach when…

  • Pattaya NewsCity officials plan to demolish abandoned Pattaya condo project

    City officials plan to demolish abandoned Pattaya condo project

    After years of talks, threats, and complaints, the abandoned Waterfront condo development at Pattaya’s Bali Hai pier looks set to be demolished. The Waterfront Suites and Residence is a half-finished condo project that was stalled in 2014 after safety inspectors discovered that the building’s fire escapes and elevator systems designs varied from the already approved construction designs. Read an earlier…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya boat pier surrounded by rubbish

    Pattaya boat pier surrounded by rubbish

    PHOTOS: Sophon Cable Ever on the look-out for local environmental catastrophes, Sophon Cable is reporting that Pattaya authorities were doing little to assist in the picking up of trash and debris floating around the busy tourist departure pier. Local Pattaya media had been contacted by many tourists, according to Sophon Cable, complaining about the state of the Bali Hai port,…