Pattaya
Often referred to as “The Playground of the Orient”, Pattaya is a popular tourist centre and is the most established of all Thai beach resorts. Only two hours drive from Bangkok it provides an energetic escape with world-class golf courses, beach activities and hectic nightlife
Sports enthusiasts are spoiled for choice in Pattaya with a range of relaxing, as well as exciting, sporting activities to suit all interests.
It truly is a paradise for Golf enthusiasts, boasting a huge choice of championship golf courses at extremely competitive prices. Pattaya bay is the perfect spot for watersport fanatics, offering an array of activities from snorkelling and sailing to water skiing and banana boat rides. There are nightly displays of Muay Thai Boxing in a number of bars and arenas.
The long sandy beaches of the beautiful half-moon bay are littered with a variety of restaurants serving a variety of Asian, Thai and western cuisine. There are also a huge number of bars, nightclubs and entertainment spots.Shopaholics will get their retail therapy in Pattaya with a huge variety of shopping centres, markets and boutiques to choose from. From discount designer outlets to “genuine imitations” at the night markets you will be spoiled for choice!
Pattaya comes alive at night, offering a large selection of adult orientated bars and all-night discos for those who wish to party into the small hours. Downtown Pattaya is also known for its red light district and is, therefore, not suitable for children.
Top Tips / Recommended Tours:
Golf: Booking golf is easy, staff at your hotel are happy to make recommendations and reserve tee-times for you. Choose from a selection of nearby hampionship golf courses. A round of golf costs approximately €20. All the major golf courses have facilities to hire golf clubs if you decide not to bring your own set.
Coral Island: Why not take a relaxing day trip by boat from Pattaya town to Coral Island? Here you will discover some lovely beaches for swimming, sunbathing and water sports. It is well worth taking a glass-bottomed boat to see the coral reef.
Markets: Don't be afraid to bargain with the stall traders at the various markets, it is part of the culture and you can scoop some good bargains if you hold your nerve and agree a price that is fair to both parties.
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