Jomtien Beach

  • Pattaya NewsJomtien Beach bust: 6 arrested for illegal gambling

    Jomtien Beach bust: 6 arrested for illegal gambling

    Six individuals, comprising both Thai and Cambodian nationals, were apprehended for engaging in illegal gambling on Jomtien Beach, Chon Buri province. The open-air gambling occurred yesterday, January 10, with many participants fleeing the scene as law enforcement approached. Police Colonel Navin Theerawit, the superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, received a report of the illicit activity taking place at the…

  • Pattaya NewsLocals question legality of luxury camping tents on Jomtien Beach

    Locals question legality of luxury camping tents on Jomtien Beach

    Camping tents and luxury setups on Jomtien Beach has whipped locals into a frenzy, expressing concerns over its legality. On January 4, residents in Pattaya reported these tent installations along the Jomtien stretch, questioning their compliance with Thai laws and regulations. Upon investigation, it was discovered that several businesses had transformed sections of Jomtien Beach into makeshift camping grounds with…

  • Pattaya NewsCrackdown in Jomtien, Pattaya, nabs over 50 for drug offences

    Crackdown in Jomtien, Pattaya, nabs over 50 for drug offences

    A major crackdown operation dubbed Purge the Parasites Part 2 was conducted in Jomtien, Pattaya, targeting crime and drug-related offences. Over 50 individuals involved in drug possession and consumption were apprehended during the raid, which took place yesterday, December 22. The operation was spearheaded by Tawatchai Jindakawornsanong, the Chon Buri Provincial Police Commander. The operation involved a massive deployment of over 900…

  • Thailand NewsBattle at Jomtien Beach: Pattaya teen left reeling in sandy scuffle

    Battle at Jomtien Beach: Pattaya teen left reeling in sandy scuffle

    In the early hours of today, chaos descended upon Jomtien Beach in Pattaya as a vicious brawl broke out, leaving one teenager with horrific injuries. At precisely 1.46am, today, October 30, Pattaya police were urgently summoned to the scene of mayhem along Jomtien Beach Road, near Jomtien Soi 12, where a gang-related altercation involving scores of youths had erupted. Upon…

  • Thailand NewsThai monk defrocked for driving van and enjoying beach at midnight

    Thai monk defrocked for driving van and enjoying beach at midnight

    A Buddhist monk was defrocked after being discovered by concerned residents driving a van and enjoying seaside views at Na Jomtien Beach in Sattahip yesterday, July 2. Udom Suwankana, head of Na Jomtien Village 1, along with his assistants, inspected the beach area at 12.10am following reports of a monk in an old yellow Isuzu van. The residents questioned if the…

  • Thailand NewsWarning at Jomtien Beach: Erosion creates dangerous slope

    Warning at Jomtien Beach: Erosion creates dangerous slope

    Jomtien Municipality placed warning signs around Jomtien Beach, alerting tourists to a hazardous slope formed by erosion. The signs advise visitors to steer clear of the affected area for their safety. A significant portion of the beach, stretching approximately 1 kilometre, has experienced severe erosion due to monsoon waves and strong winds. This natural process has resulted in a steep…

  • Thailand NewsBlack sea menace: Jomtien Beach’s water quality

    Black sea menace: Jomtien Beach’s water quality

    Sanitation engineering officials descended on Jomtien Beach amid alarming reports of black contaminants in the water. An in-depth inspection was carried out on Monday, June 17, at three key locations: Jomtien Beach at Soi 7, in front of The Now Hotel, and in front of Marine Beach Hotel Pattaya. Initial observations of the seawater revealed a green hue and a…

  • Thailand NewsStorm havoc: Jomtien Beach eroded and unsafe

    Storm havoc: Jomtien Beach eroded and unsafe

    Jomtien Beach was battered by fierce winds and waves yesterday, causing devastating erosion across a 1,000-metre stretch opposite the Pu Pen Restaurant. Ekkarach Kantharo, Director of the Pattaya Regional Marine Department Office, confirmed the damage was a result of monsoon conditions that have unleashed storms and towering waves on the Gulf of Thailand. The reinforced sand on Jomtien Beach, extending…

  • Pattaya NewsJomtien Beach sees tourist dip amid Thailand’s soaring heat

    Jomtien Beach sees tourist dip amid Thailand’s soaring heat

    Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach is experiencing a noticeable dip in the influx of tourists as the summer heat in Thailand reaches its peak. The beach, a popular locale for sun-worshippers, swimmers, and city dwellers seeking a reprieve from the oppressive city heat, is seeing a marked reduction in footfall. Local reporters observed the crowd was distinctly thinner than it was in…

  • Thailand NewsRussian tourist loses bag on Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach

    Russian tourist loses bag on Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach

    A Russian tourist lost her bag, which contained personal items and cash, had mysteriously vanished on Jomtien Beach, Pattaya on Wednesday night. The Russian tourist, Ksenia Testik, made a report at 11.06pm on Wednesday to Police Lieutenant Colonel Chonlawit Athipansi, the Deputy Inspector at the Pattaya Police Station. Testik was not alone during this ordeal. A special services officer was…

  • Thailand NewsRide-sharing driver arrested for firing gun at Jomtien Beach

    Ride-sharing driver arrested for firing gun at Jomtien Beach

    Pattaya police apprehended a ride-sharing driver in the early hours of yesterday, following an incident of the driver discharging a firearm into the sea, which provoked fear among tourists near Jomtien Beach. The incident took a turn at around 2.36am, near Soi 16, where the sounds of gunshots rippled through the calm sea air. At that moment, Bang Lamung District…

  • Pattaya NewsJomtien Beach’s Songkran splash sees a dip in tourists

    Jomtien Beach’s Songkran splash sees a dip in tourists

    Jomtien Beach in Chon Buri experienced a noticeable dip in the usual influx of visitors during the recent Songkran celebration. The local businesses situated in the area attribute this decline to the newly introduced one-way traffic system, which they believe has puzzled and deterred potential tourists. Poolsawat Singhsawasdi, a vendor operating on the beachfront, expressed her concerns to the local…

  • Pattaya NewsGame, set, match: International beach tennis served in Pattaya

    Game, set, match: International beach tennis served in Pattaya

    The sands of Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, right in front of the Dvaree Hotel near Soi 12, have been transformed into an international sports arena as the Pattaya International Beach Tennis IFBT World Cup Tour 2024 is underway. This global beach tennis tournament is a spectacle that sports enthusiasts should not miss. Last night, the beach courts were buzzing with…

  • Thailand NewsVideo footage shows sewage spill on Jomtien Beach

    Video footage shows sewage spill on Jomtien Beach

    Authorities sprang into action after a video showing sewage gushing into the sea at Soi 8, Jomtien Beach surfaced on Wednesday. Mayor Poramet Ngampichet hailed the quick response, revealing yesterday that the once-polluted waters had returned to their pristine state, much to the delight of beach enthusiasts. Mayor Poramet lauded the swift reaction to the crisis, highlighting Pattaya City officials’…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya business owners petition against one-way traffic rule

    Pattaya business owners petition against one-way traffic rule

    Pattaya recently saw over 200 business owners on Jomtien Beach Road petitioning the deputy mayor to revoke a one-way traffic rule that had been put into place. This rule, implemented on March 1, pertains to a stretch of Jomtien Beach Road from Dongtan Curve to the Chaiyapruek Intersection. The one-way traffic rule is one aspect of a larger project, which…

  • Thailand NewsBeach umbrella operator sparks outrage on Jomtien Beach

    Beach umbrella operator sparks outrage on Jomtien Beach

    Residents and tourists on Jomtien Beach were left fuming after a beach umbrella operator was accused of monopolising parking access to their designated area, despite being a public space. The conduct of the operator sparked concerns among the beachgoers, prompting Deputy Mayor Wuthisak Rermkijakarn to take swift action. Expressing dismay at the reported behaviour, Deputy Mayor Wuthisak personally visited the…

  • Thailand NewsDeserted Pattaya hotel turns into drug den, electricity theft hub

    Deserted Pattaya hotel turns into drug den, electricity theft hub

    Law enforcement and municipal authorities were left stunned as they uncovered a web of trespassing, illicit drug activities, and unauthorised power usage lurking within an abandoned hotel nestled in Soi 1, Jomtien Beach, on Monday. Despite the warning of a No Trespassing sign, the three-story hotel, shuttered during the Covid-19 pandemic, was harbouring five individuals in separate rooms. Shockingly, each…

  • Pattaya NewsBeach blues: Na Jomtien residents wave off unauthorised businesses

    Beach blues: Na Jomtien residents wave off unauthorised businesses

    Residents of Na Jomtien in Sattahip raised concerns over continuous disturbances and unauthorised commercial activities on the beach. These issues have previously been highlighted and rectified, thanks to the combined efforts of local officials and law enforcement. However, according to the community, the resolutions have been temporary rather than a permanent fix. The focal point of these complaints is the…

  • Thailand NewsDrunken Thai man found dead on Jomtien Beach

    Drunken Thai man found dead on Jomtien Beach

    A Thai man lost his life after taking a fateful dip into the sea at Jomtien Beach near The Now Hotel on January 25, possibly under the influence of alcohol. A rescue team and the Pattaya Police received a report of the incident at 4pm. Upon their arrival at the scene in Nong Prue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chon Buri province,…

  • Thailand NewsJive at Dong Tan: Beach-turned-bazaar sparks excitement in Jomtien

    Jive at Dong Tan: Beach-turned-bazaar sparks excitement in Jomtien

    Dong Tan Beach has turned into a night bazaar, buzzing with commerce, stirring both excitement and disarray among local businesses in Jomtien. The once tranquil beach now hosts a nightly spectacle, drawing sellers and buyers alike, transforming this coastal haven into the vibrant Dong Tan Night Market. The market’s meteoric rise in popularity has, however, birthed a set of challenges.…

  • Press RoomBWH Hotels signs Best Western Hotel at Jomtien Beach, Pattaya

    BWH Hotels signs Best Western Hotel at Jomtien Beach, Pattaya

    BWH Hotels (BWH), the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotelsâ„¢, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay® Hotels, has continued the rapid expansion of its portfolio in Thailand with the signing of the Best Western Jomtien Beach Pattaya, a brand-new midscale hotel which is being constructed just steps from the golden sands of Jomtien Beach. Just a short drive from…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya’s Jomtien Beach to host inaugural Lullah festival

    Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach to host inaugural Lullah festival

    The sandy shores of Pattaya‘s Jomtien Beach are poised to host the inaugural Lullah Fest 2023 Street Food & Party On The Beach. This vibrant event, set to take place from November 17 to 19, is already stirring up excitement. The festival will feature an array of tantalising street food, engaging entertainment, and a lively beauty pageant. Earlier this month,…

  • Thailand NewsShore showdown: Hotel in Chon Buri accused of encroaching on public beach

    Shore showdown: Hotel in Chon Buri accused of encroaching on public beach

    A Thai local filed a complaint with authorities accusing a beachfront hotel of encroaching on a public beach in Sattahip district, Chon Buri province. Na Jomtien Municipality and the Marine Department are being urged to investigate the hotel on Jomtien Beach as the pool was seen being built on the beach, which is supposed to be a public place for everyone…

  • Pattaya NewsJomtien Beach fishing frenzy: Pattaya’s untidy shoreline sparks concerns

    Jomtien Beach fishing frenzy: Pattaya’s untidy shoreline sparks concerns

    Jomtien Beach in Pattaya has been a subject of concern recently due to the cluttered state of its local fishing section. The area, specifically near the Chaiyapreuk intersection, has been criticised by citizens for being untidy and disorganised, potentially harming the city’s tourism image. This area serves as a docking and temporary seafood market spot for local fishermen. Locals have…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya beach businesses blighted by proliferating food cart vendors

    Pattaya beach businesses blighted by proliferating food cart vendors

    In Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach area, numerous businesses are expressing displeasure over what they describe as a monopolisation of the beach area by an excessive number of food cart vendors. The number of street stalls has swollen to over one hundred food carts that set themselves up and heavily populate the roadway. Lamphueng Hamilton, known locally as Lisa, who presides over…

  • Pattaya NewsDrunk man rescued from Pattaya sea after argument with girlfriend

    Drunk man rescued from Pattaya sea after argument with girlfriend

    A heavily drunk man was found floating on a buoy 30 metres from the shore in Pattaya, eastern Thailand, in the early hours of this morning. His mother said he got into the sea after quarrelling with his girlfriend. At 5am, officers at Mueang Pattaya Police Station were informed that someone had disappeared in the sea at Jomtien Beach in…

  • World NewsSoutheast Asia’s most luxurious new beach hotels

    Southeast Asia’s most luxurious new beach hotels

    Southeast Asia‘s most luxurious new beach hotels will be at the forefront of the region’s big tourism comeback promised for 2023. Thailand expects to receive as many as 10 million visitors from China alone this year. In the Philippines – “the worst place to spend the pandemic” – tourism is up by more than the global average. Vietnam is equally…

  • Thailand video newsBolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today

    Bolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today

    Pattaya prepares for return of Chinese tour groups Cities across Thailand continue to prepare for the expected rise in the number of Chinese tourists to the kingdom. Pattaya is preparing for Chinese tour groups to finally return to the renowned party city. On Tuesday, Pattaya Mayor kh. Poramase met with the Thai-Chinese Tourism Association to discuss how best to accommodate the influx of Chinese tourists to the city.…

  • Thailand NewsAndaz brand debuts in Thailand with the opening of Andaz Pattaya jomtien beach

    Andaz brand debuts in Thailand with the opening of Andaz Pattaya jomtien beach

    Press Release CHICAGO (January 16, 2023) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, marking the debut of the Andaz brand in Thailand. Nestled across over 15 acres (6.4 hectares) of stunning beachfront land, amid mature trees and gardens overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, this luxury lifestyle resort provides a myriad of ways…

  • Pattaya NewsMarine Department on Phase 2 of widening Pattaya’s Jomtien beach

    Marine Department on Phase 2 of widening Pattaya’s Jomtien beach

    Thailand’s Marine Department is in its second phase of widening Pattaya’s Jomtien Beach. The department said the beach’s width is expected to increase to an average of 50 metres after the project is finished. The project aims to fight coastal erosion at the beach, as well as woo more tourists to Pattaya, Nation Thailand reported. Now that Covid-19 restrictions have…