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  • Pattaya NewsForeign man found dead in Pattaya waters sparks investigation

    Foreign man found dead in Pattaya waters sparks investigation

    Beachgoers at Pattaya’s serene Wong Amat Beach were met with a chilling discovery early this morning – the body of a foreign man, draped in jewellery, floating just metres from the shore. Police Lieutenant Akkarapong Saenputawong, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) at Pattaya City Police Station, received the call at 7.30am, today, November 22, prompting an immediate response from both police and…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya beach turns into unregulated booze and kratom market

    Pattaya beach turns into unregulated booze and kratom market

    Pattaya Beach, a once serene paradise for tourists and locals, is now teetering on the edge of chaos as unlicenced vendors run rampant. Once discreet, these sellers now brazenly set up stalls along the shoreline, peddling kratom-laced cocktails and alcoholic beverages, ignoring the law with apparent ease. Despite frequent police patrols, vendors openly resume business the moment officers leave, leaving…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya breathes easy: Beach paradise takes fresh air steps

    Pattaya breathes easy: Beach paradise takes fresh air steps

    Pattaya, Thailand’s renowned beachside hotspot, is upping its game beyond tourism, making strides to keep the city’s air fresh and clean. With its sandy beaches and buzzing nightlife, Pattaya attracts droves of visitors each year. Now, city officials are ensuring that visitors and residents alike can breathe easy by prioritising air quality. In a bid to tackle pollution head-on, the…

  • Pattaya NewsBoozy Pattaya Beach punch-up after pal touches friend’s penis

    Boozy Pattaya Beach punch-up after pal touches friend’s penis

    In the early hours of this morning, a boozy gathering among two close friends at Pattaya Beach took a nasty turn when one of them touched the other’s penis and the cheeky joke spiralled into violence. After a bit too much to drink, things got out of hand when one friend gave a new meaning to “inappropriate touching,” prompting an…

  • Thailand NewsBeach please: Pattaya tourists tide over by shocking litter crisis

    Beach please: Pattaya tourists tide over by shocking litter crisis

    Tourists at Pattaya Beach raised alarm bells over the shocking amount of litter strewn across the holiday resort’s shoreline, sparking questions about where it all came from. Visitors reported seeing a disturbing collection of rubbish both floating in the sea and littering the sands, including cigarette butts, plastic bags, water bottles, foam containers, and Styrofoam boxes. The unsightly mess extends…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya mat rental operator arrested for threatening official with knife (video)

    Pattaya mat rental operator arrested for threatening official with knife (video)

    Police today arrested a mat rental operator who threatened a municipal official with a knife after being warned not to offer the service on Pattaya Beach. The municipal official, 43 year old Chalermphon, filed a complaint with Mueang Pattaya Police Station at around 12.36am today, October 21, after narrowly avoiding the knife attack by the mat rental operator, later identified…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya police boost patrols ahead of Police Day celebration

    Pattaya police boost patrols ahead of Police Day celebration

    Pattaya’s police force is ramping up security measures in the lead-up to the city’s Police Day celebration. The city’s police chief has directed officers to bolster patrols and target crimes to enhance safety and security. Police Colonel Navin Teerawit, Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, presided over a monthly meeting to issue new directives and review the performance of each department.…

  • Pattaya NewsFire at Big Moose bar near Pattaya Beach traps six residents

    Fire at Big Moose bar near Pattaya Beach traps six residents

    A fire at the Big Moose beer bar and rental rooms near Pattaya Beach Road trapped six residents early yesterday morning. The blaze erupted around 7.30am, yesterday, October 7, originating on the ground floor and blocking all exits, which left the residents unable to escape unaided. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene and began dousing the flames with water. They…

  • Pattaya NewsTourists urinate on Pattaya Beach, sparking local outrage

    Tourists urinate on Pattaya Beach, sparking local outrage

    Outrage erupted among Thai social media users after a video emerged showing male tourists urinating on Pattaya Beach. The video, shared by a Facebook user with the caption “Swimmers swim, and urinators urinate,” quickly went viral within a popular Pattaya Facebook group, which boasts over 200,000 members. The incident has sparked widespread anger, particularly among Pattaya locals, who questioned why…

  • Thailand NewsForeign man found sleeping in monk attire on Pattaya Beach

    Foreign man found sleeping in monk attire on Pattaya Beach

    Concerned locals and tourists alerted the Pattaya police to the presence of an unidentified foreign man sleeping on Pattaya Beach at around 3.40am today. The man, who was dressed in a monk’s robe and a white shirt, was found lying on the sand. Upon closer inspection, police discovered he was also wearing white pants. When questioned, the man was incoherent,…

  • Pattaya NewsDeaf shoeshiner in Pattaya inspires with dedication and skill

    Deaf shoeshiner in Pattaya inspires with dedication and skill

    A deaf shoeshiner in Pattaya has captured the admiration of netizens for his perseverance and dedication. Known as Kai, his story surfaced online after a local journalist saw him cleaning a tourist’s shoes on Pattaya Beach. Kai earns his living by offering shoe cleaning services to tourists. Despite being deaf and mute, he communicates with customers using a sign that…

  • Thailand NewsBody of foreign man found on Pattaya beach

    Body of foreign man found on Pattaya beach

    A foreign man was discovered dead and washed ashore in Pattaya around noon yesterday, sparking a police investigation. Police arrived at the beach opposite Soi Pattaya 3 Road to find the body of a white man with distinctive tattoos: a flower on his left arm and a bird on his right arm. The man was dressed in black shoes and…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya beachfront gets a makeover to enhance city image

    Pattaya beachfront gets a makeover to enhance city image

    A major makeover is unfolding along the 2.7-kilometre coastline of Pattaya Beach. Spearheaded by Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai the project is set to redefine the city’s landscape and will be completed ahead of the original deadline. Funded by a 166 million baht budget, this facelift aims to boost the city’s image and enhance amenities for residents and tourists alike. The…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya introduces safe swimming zones at popular Tawaen beach

    Pattaya introduces safe swimming zones at popular Tawaen beach

    The thriving beachfront city of Pattaya, known for its bustling tourism scene, has recently taken a significant step towards ensuring the safety of beachgoers. The authorities of Pattaya City have put measures in place to establish dedicated swimming zones at Tawaen Beach, an immensely popular spot located on the island of Koh Larn. These zones are expected to cater to…

  • Thailand NewsTourist’s near-death ordeal at Pattaya Beach, rescued from waters

    Tourist’s near-death ordeal at Pattaya Beach, rescued from waters

    Pattaya Rescue Radio Centre received a report of a foreign tourist drowning at Pattaya Beach, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri yesterday afternoon at 4.20pm. Emergency services rushed to the scene with urgency, locating an unconscious tourist, aged between 50 and 60, who had been brought ashore. Pattaya Beach lifeguards and rescue teams swiftly administered vital first aid before transporting the stricken…

  • Thailand NewsDrunken argument leads to violence on Pattaya Beach

    Drunken argument leads to violence on Pattaya Beach

    A domestic argument between a couple turned violent on the Pattaya beachfront, shocking onlookers on Wednesday evening, February 21. Responding promptly to distress signals, authorities and rescue teams discovered a 53 year old Thai man, Sommai, gravely injured and bleeding profusely near a trash receptacle, the aftermath of a fiery altercation with his spouse. Concerned bystanders had congregated around him,…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya plight: Migrant beggars roam the streets

    Pattaya plight: Migrant beggars roam the streets

    Migrant beggars, disabled individuals, and the elderly have been spotted roaming the streets near Pattaya Beach, raising eyebrows and causing discomfort among residents and tourists alike. The alarming scenes, particularly along Second Road and in front of the Wat Chai Mongkol Market in South Pattaya, triggered concerns about the city’s struggle to tackle street begging, leaving its impact on the…

  • Thailand NewsGerman tourist’s beachside stumble turns vacation into footsie disaster

    German tourist’s beachside stumble turns vacation into footsie disaster

    A German tourist stumbled over construction wire mesh at a beachfront construction site in Pattaya on January 27, leaving him with a serious foot injury. Eyewitnesses revealed that the incident occurred as 24 year old Nils Gleissner ambled along the footpath near the beach. The treacherous mishap transpired at a spot undergoing renovations, with the unsuspecting tourist tripping over the…

  • Thailand NewsPattaya beach brawl erupts between Indian tourists and Thai locals (video)

    Pattaya beach brawl erupts between Indian tourists and Thai locals (video)

    In Pattaya, a group of Indian tourists and some Thai locals broke into a fight in the middle of the road at Pattaya beach on December 28. A viral video has been shared online shows the brawl involving sticks, belts, bottles, and even ladles, causing pandemonium and traffic mayhem. The one-minute footage, spreading like wildfire across social media, unveils a…

  • Thailand NewsBeach regulations: Pattaya considers time limits due to litter and noise surge

    Beach regulations: Pattaya considers time limits due to litter and noise surge

    Escalating noise levels and litter are being reported on the popular beaches of Pattaya City. As a result, the city council is contemplating the introduction of strict timings for public access to these beaches, in line with the proposed beach regulations. Reports include disturbances from visitors who choose to extend their beach parties into the early hours of the morning.…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya officials discuss opening Dongtan Beach Road to 24-hour vehicle access

    Pattaya officials discuss opening Dongtan Beach Road to 24-hour vehicle access

    In Pattaya, a recent meeting took place to discuss the possibility of opening Dongtan Beach Road to vehicle traffic 24 hours a day. This road, which connects Jomtien Beach to Pratumnak Soi 5, has been closed to traffic overnight for quite some time. However, due to significant growth in the area over the past year, particularly in the number of…

  • Thailand NewsSand and screens: Pattaya Film Festival makes waves with free beachfront cinema

    Sand and screens: Pattaya Film Festival makes waves with free beachfront cinema

    The Pattaya Film Festival 2023 is set to captivate cinephiles with its unique offering of free entry to watch movies on Pattaya Beach from June 16 to 19. This groundbreaking event marks the festival’s first venture into transforming the beach into an enchanting outdoor cinema. With a clear vision of becoming a member of the prestigious UNESCO Creative Cities Network…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya Beach vendors petition city to reverse parking ban impacting business

    Pattaya Beach vendors petition city to reverse parking ban impacting business

    Pattaya Beach vendors have united in requesting the city of Pattaya to revoke a parking ban imposed on the beachside of Pattaya Beach in early March. The vendors, led by Wirawit Charoenrit Taweechok, claim that the ban has significantly impacted their businesses. They recently met with Pattaya Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai to discuss their concerns and issues with the order.…

  • Crime NewsCops bust ladyboy thief on Pattaya Beach, suspect found to be a repeat offender

    Cops bust ladyboy thief on Pattaya Beach, suspect found to be a repeat offender

    A long-time issue has once again resurfaced in Pattaya. A ladyboy on Pattaya Beach with a reputation for being a ‘bad girl’ was apprehended for stealing money from tourists on the beach. The individual had been arrested previously. Tourist police busted her again on the beach last night. Lt. Col. Pitchaya revealed that the suspect, Bunyawin, nicknamed ‘Frame,’ was a…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya Police ban prostitution on the beach

    Pattaya Police ban prostitution on the beach

    Thailand’s Tourist Police have banned sex workers from selling services on the beach in Pattaya. Last night, Tourist Police and officers from Pattaya City Police Station headed down to Pattaya Beach and instructed the city’s ladies and ladyboys of the night to move along. The police informed the sex workers that from now on, they are no longer permitted to…

  • Pattaya NewsPolice detain naked German man on Pattaya Beach

    Police detain naked German man on Pattaya Beach

    A stark naked German man scaring tourists on Pattaya Beach in Chon Buri province, eastern Thailand, was detained and charged by police yesterday, reports DailyNews. Officers from Pattaya City Police Station were informed that a tall foreign man was exhibiting himself on Pattaya Beach, horrifying beachgoers at the busy tourist spot. Police hurried down to the beach to find 63…

  • Pattaya NewsBeachgoers find giant sea turtle carcass in Pattaya

    Beachgoers find giant sea turtle carcass in Pattaya

    While there’s been a lot of happy news about turtles in Phang Nga recently, there’s unfortunately been some sad turtle news in Pattaya. A giant sea turtle carcass washed up on Pattaya Beach on Tuesday. Beachgoers noticed the carcass and detected a foul odour in the early hours of the morning. They promptly informed the authorities of the discovery. Officials…

  • Pattaya NewsForeign tourist drowns at Pattaya Beach

    Foreign tourist drowns at Pattaya Beach

    A foreign tourist of unknown nationality tragically drowned at Pattaya Beach in Chon Buri province in eastern Thailand yesterday. At 2pm, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasat Rescue Foundation was informed that a foreign tourist was pulled out from the water at Pattaya Beach in Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district. Rescue workers found a Western male estimated to be between 55…

  • Pattaya NewsIndian community pushes for Holi festival near Pattaya Beach

    Indian community pushes for Holi festival near Pattaya Beach

    Pattaya’s Indian community is pushing for the upcoming Holi festival to be held near Pattaya Beach. The festival, considered ‘Indian Songkran’ by some, is to be held on Sunday, March 11. The Pattaya Indian Association and Domestic Tourism Association met with Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches to request the hosting of the “Happy Holi Festival of Colours in Pattaya Thailand” near…

  • Thailand video newsPattaya Beach is second most popular beach in the world | Thailand News Todays

    Pattaya Beach is second most popular beach in the world | Thailand News Todays

      Pattaya Beach is second most popular beach in the world Pattaya Beach was named the second most popular beach in the world on TikTok. The most popular beach prize goes to Bondi Beach in Australia. The UK luxury holiday company, Destination2, created a list of the most popular beaches across the world on TikTok. The company conducted the research…