Most of the ex-pats and tourists in Pattaya go to Cambodia for one reason: to extend their visa. In order to maintain a valid Thai visa, it is occasionally necessary to leave the country and then reenter in order to get yourself another extended-stay. Easiest way to accomplish this by […]
Pattaya, Thailand
Pattaya, Thailand is a popular tourist destination with a thriving ex-pat community, and is the city I have chosen to live in for the last four years.
Cost of Living in Pattaya for Ex-Pats
One of the questions that I am asked the most is how much does it cost to live in Pattaya full-time. Having lived in Pattaya for four years, I can give you a general range, but of course it is going to depend on the kind of lifestyle that you […]
How Long Is Walking Street Pattaya?
Walking Street itself is only about a kilometer or two long. I am referring to the most famous or notorious part that is closed off to vehicle traffic during the evenings to accommodate all the foot traffic. It extends from the entrance to Walking Street under the archway at Pattaya […]
How Far Is Jomtien Beach from Pattaya?
Jomtien is a short 10 to 15 minute drive from Pattaya. There are three main routes to get to Jomtien from Pattaya. About two years ago they completed a widening project on the main road linking the two cities, so now there is a good quality 4 to 6 lane […]
Why Aren’t There Casinos in Pattaya?
One might expect to find many legal casinos in Pattaya littering the strip. After all, Pattaya is known as the “sin city” of Asia because it’s atmosphere and amenities closely resemble that of the real sin city, Las Vegas, which is perhaps the gambling capital of the world. Pattaya has […]
All-You-Can-Eat Buffets in Pattaya
I enjoy a good all-you-can-eat buffet, especially in Pattaya because the values at these types of restaurants are so good here, and there are so many quality buffet restaurants in the area. For as little as 100 baht, you can find a decent quality all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet, and for 200 […]
Where Is Walking Street Located in Pattaya?
Walking Street is Ground Zero for nightlife in Pattaya, so if you are visiting for the first time you will definitely want to go there at least once. It has a unique vibe and atmosphere, and is packed with people and activity. Almost all the clubs on Walking Street open […]
Where Is Pattaya Located in Thailand?
Pattaya is located on the East Coast of the Bay of Bangkok, about 100 kilometers and an hour and a half drive south of Bangkok, the capital and largest city city of Thailand. Pattaya is easily accessible from the Bangkok airport via bus or taxi, and the two cities are […]
