Events
The next Pattaya City
Expats Club (PCEC) meeting will be held on Sunday, April 6. Everyone is
warmly welcome. The speaker will be Club member Nathan Russo who will be
talking about his two recent adventures: Celebrating the Tet Holiday with a
Vietnamese family in the Mekong Delta; and meeting Didar Hossain, a garment
factory worker in Dhaka who pulled 34 people out of a factory collapse, 3 of
whose limbs he had to amputate. The Club meets every Sunday morning at the
Tavern by the Sea restaurant located on the north end of Beach Road (part of the
Amari Orchid Resort). The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet
breakfast available from 9 to 11 a.m.
Pattaya Soul Club
will be holding its next charity music night on Friday, April 4 at the Lion Pub
on Soi 17 (between Pattaya 3rd Road and Thepprasit Road). Entrance of 400 baht
will include a free-flow of wine, San Miguel beer and Brunty’s Cider between 8
p.m. - 10 p.m. (or until stocks last). All proceeds from the event will be
donated to the Take Care Kids charity. For more information or tickets, go to
www.facebook.com/PattayaSoulClub.
On Saturday, April 5 from
09.30 to 13.00, Green Pattaya will clean Cosy Beach next to the Varuna
Yacht Club in South Pattaya/Pratamnak. 70 children and staff from Child
Protection and Development Center and students from Thai Chinese International
School have already confirmed they are to take part. This is a perfect
opportunity to bring your children and involve them in giving back to the
community. Water, soft drinks, health fruits snacks will be provided for all
volunteers. For more information, go to
www.facebook.com/GreenPattaya.
The Silpakorn Summer
Music School (SSMS) Orchestra will play a program of classical works
featuring music by Richard Strauss, Wagner, Smetana and M.L. Usni Pramoj at
Tiffany’s show lounge starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday April 5. A portion of the
proceeds will be donated to the Hand to Hand Charity, one of the charity
projects of the Pattaya International Ladies Club. Tickets cost 400 baht and
600 baht and are available from Tiffany’s on Second Road in north Pattaya.
Songkran Celebrations
On Saturday, April 12,
Royal Cliff Beach Resort invites you to celebrate the splendours of the
Songkran Festival at the spectacular Grand Pool patio of the Royal Cliff Grand
Hotel. Experience culinary wonders from the award-winning F&B team with an
exceptional international buffet, captivating dance performances, great live
music and lucky draw surprises for the ultimate Songkran celebration! Program
starts at 7 p.m. with live music from Royal Cliff’s popular resident band. All
guests will automatically be entered into the Lucky Draw where 4 couples will
have the chance to win fantastic gift vouchers worth THB 6,000 for a beauty
treatment at the MediVisage Clinique in Bangkok, or complimentary 1 or 2 night
stays at stunning 5-star resorts. Admission to the Songkran celebration priced
at only THB 1,600++ per person. For more information or to make a reservation,
call 038250421 ext 2007 or 2037 or send email to [email protected].
Centara Grand Mirage Beach
Resort Pattaya
invites you and your family to celebrate the Thai traditional New Year Festival
on April 14 with a “Songkran Beach BBQ” buffet dinner. Celebrate the occasion
in traditional style with a temple fair theme, Thai classical dance show, lucky
draw and live band at only THB 1,499++, children under 12 years of age THB
749++. For more information or table reservations, call 038-301 234 ext. 4397
or email: [email protected].
Dining
Enjoy a “Cowboy night” BBQ
buffet at Flames restaurant every Monday night from 19.00 - 22.30hrs -
priced at only THB 1,299 net per person. The buffet offers a wide variety of
dishes including steak, polar fresh seafood, salad, a dessert buffet and
ice-cream. You can also enjoy live country music performances from 19.00 -
21.00 hrs. Flames is located on the beach front of the Centara Grand Mirage
Beach Resort in north Pattaya. For reservations, call 038 301 234 ext.
4272.
Tapas & Wine at Dusit Thani Pattaya.
Tapas & Wine Fusion at
Dusit Thani Pattaya: For only THB 199++ enjoy a relaxing night with a glass
of red or white wine together with a plate of appetizing tapas featuring
assorted cold cuts (coppa, Parma ham, Paris ham, mortadella, salami); marinated
olives and pickles; Norwegian salmon rillettes; Tomato, mozzarella and fresh
basil; Grilled marinated vegetables; International cheese board; Artisan bread
with herb butter; Seafood salad; Tomato with red onion salad and artichoke
salad. Second plate of tapas goes for only THB 69++. Live band music from 7:00
p.m. until midnight at the Lobby Lounge, 4th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya.
Tapas & wine served from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information or
reservations, call 038 425 611-7 Ext. 2149, 2476.
Bistro Night at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G.
Bistro Night at Pullman
Pattaya Hotel G
served every Tuesday until April 30. A 3-course menu includes marinated herring
on warm potato salad, lamb shank “Méchoui”, poached chicken supreme on creamy
sauce and mushroom risotto, mixed seafood gratin on Chardonnay Sabayon or “prime
beef ribs” served with salad, gratin “Dauphinois” and black pepper sauce for 2
persons. Mouthwatering desserts include caramelized thin pear tart on blue
cheese light cream or homemade tiramisu and more. Price: THB 690 net with a
special offer on the price of wine. The Beach Club Restaurant opens every day
from 6:00 - 22:00 hrs. For more information or reservations, contact 038 411
940-8 or email info @pullmanpattayahotelG.com.
Louis Restaurant
is offering a new weekly set menu alongside the regular a la carte menu items.
The set menu includes a choice of starters and main courses of pan fried John
Dory fish fillet (THB 490), Piccata of chicken breast in a light red wine sauce
(THB 490), or Australian beef cubes in light mustard/herb sauce (THB 850),
followed by pineapple strudel and vanilla ice cream for dessert. Louis
Restaurant is located on Naklua Soi 31 or North Pattaya Road Soi 6. For
reservations contact Vichai on mobile 081 001 3298 or email:
[email protected].
‘The
Meat Lover’s Pizza’ at Havana Bar & Terrazzo.
Havana Bar & Terrazzo at
Holiday Inn Pattaya
is well known for serving home-style Italian cuisine such as signature pizzas:
This month try the savoury variety of premium meat toppings such as crumbled
pork sausage, grilled bacon lardons, sliced ham and Tuscany salami served on
crispy pizza bread at only THB 395 net. Experience ‘The Meat Lover’s Pizza’ and
receive 50% discount from 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. daily. Antipasti, salads,
pastas and Thai dishes are also available. For more information or
reservations, call 038 725 555.
Centara Grand Phratamnak
Resort Pattaya
is now fully open and offering the following: At Oceana Restaurant from 6:30 to
10 p.m. enjoy a 4-course Royal Thai Cuisine set dinner for THB 777 net,
including a glass of red or white wine. Ruffino Restaurant and Lounge offers
Monday to Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. a homemade pizza “buy 1 get 1 free”
promotion. Chef Luca has also created a delicious rustic 3-course set dinner
perfectly paired with a carafe of red or white wine for THB 888 net per person,
only available on Thursday’s from 6 to 10 p.m. Relax later to the tunes of
resident DJ Diva who spins the latest trendy tunes from 7-11 p.m. Afternoon Tea
is also available daily from 3-5 p.m. at the Espresso Bar for THB 700++ per set
for 2 persons, including scones and clotted cream, freshly made sandwiches and
cakes, tea and coffee. Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya is located on Pratamnak
Soi 5. For more information and bookings call 038 306 337 or e-mail:
[email protected].
Halal international buffet
dinner @ Harbour
- only THB 420 net per person. The buffet dinner includes halal food, an
international buffet line and many selections of dessert. The food is certified
and cooked by a halal chef with 40 years experience. Both indoor and outdoor
dining options are available. Harbour restaurant is located at the A-One
Royal Cruise Hotel on Pattaya Beach Road (Soi 3), Open daily 6.00 pm - 10.00
pm. For more information, call 038 259 555 Ext 4236.
Sugar Hut Restaurant
is open for lunch with set menu prices from 240 to 350 baht net/set. Menu items
include chili fried rice, pork soup with tofu, noodles, fresh spring rolls,
salad, fruit, desserts and more. For inquiries and reservations, call 038 364
186, 038 251 686.
Great Brazilian food at Zico’s.
Zico’s Pattaya
restaurant of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort is Pattaya’s only Brazilian
Churrascaria restaurant. Enjoy succulent meat and fresh seafood; as much as you
can eat on long skewers which gracefully pass through the tables. Special on
every Wednesday and Thursday enjoy free flow beef unlimited 2 hours with 15
skewers at only Baht 999+ per person (subject to 7% VAT). And don’t miss the
great selection at the salad bar. Brazilian Samba Queens perform at 8:00 p.m.
and 9:00 p.m. with an amazing dance routine and hot music (except on Mondays).
For more information or table reservations, contact 038 043 516 or email:
[email protected].
Marco Polo Chinese
Restaurant is
famous for its authentic Shanghainese and Szechuan cuisines prepared to
perfection by master Chinese chefs. Enjoy a dim sum lunch daily from 11.00 a.m.
to 2.00 p.m. and dinner from 6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily. Also make sure to
call in at the Montien Bakery Shop for freshly made cakes, pastries and breads
plus a range of Thai desserts. Open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. (Every
day). For more information, call the Montien Hotel, Pattaya, tel. 038
428 155, 038 361 340 ext 1620, 1621, or email [email protected].
Satisfy your pizza
cravings at The Bay Italian Restaurant with five flavors available for
your mid-afternoon dining amidst the sea views of Pattaya Bay. Pair your
favorite pizza with a free flow of beer during the ‘Pizza Galore with Beer’
promotion. Available daily from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Guests can dine for a
maximum of two hours. Price is THB 599++ per person. Saturday Night BBQ Buffet
offers a fantastic selection of meat and seafood BBQ items as well as
international cuisine, served from 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Buffet price is THB
1,490++ per person (food only). A free flow of wine, beer, juice and soft
drinks is available at THB 599++ per person. The Bay is located at the Dusit
Thani Pattaya Resort, next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya.
Opening hours are Monday to Sunday - 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more
information and reservations, please call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2149-50.
The open kitchen concept
at Edge restaurant, Hilton Hotel Pattaya, creates an interactive
dining experience combined with natural light and breathtaking views. Monday’s
“Post weekend BBQ” features freshly grilled sausages, Korean style pork cuts and
chorizo burritos while Tuesday’s “Mediterranean Fare” includes Middle Eastern
dips and salads, pizza and pasta. On Wednesday, Edge presents “Burgers, Salads
and Gourmet Sandwiches” where guests can create their perfect burger, toss a
fresh salad or grab a gourmet sandwich. The tastes of Southeast Asia, India,
China and Japan come together for Thursday’s “Extended Asia” followed by
Friday’s “Seafood Pattaya” where the crystal waters offer up fresh local prawns,
crabs and lobsters served on ice or grilled. Saturday’s “Classics &
Confectionaries” presents timeless favorites such as Greek salad, oven-baked
whole salmon, green curry and bouillabaisse and margherita pizza. In addition,
guests will be able to indulge in traditional Thai desserts with a modern
twist. Every Sunday, the chefs pull out all the stops and offer the hotel’s
famous “Sunday Brunch” that brings together a wide selection from around the
globe. Bookings are absolutely essential for this very popular event. Monday
to Thursday @ THB 480 net; Friday and Saturday @ THB 540 net, Sunday Brunch @
THB 1400 net; Wine Buffet @ THB 1100 net. “Seven Days, Seven Themes” is
available from Mondays to Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. and from 12 p.m.
to 3.30 p.m. on Sundays. An International Buffet Dinner is also available 7
days a week priced at THB 920 net on Monday - Thursday and Saturday & Sunday,
and THB 1100 net on Friday. Edge restaurant is located on the 14th floor of the
Hilton Hotel Pattaya. For bookings, please dial +66 (0)38 253 000.
Fabulous Sunday Brunch @
Mantra Restaurant and Bar: An innovative & stylish approach to Sunday
Brunch for 1,690++ per person featuring a dazzling selection of foods from
around the world including oysters, cold cuts, prime roasts, chocolate fountain
and more! Upgrade your brunch to include a wine buffet for an additional
1,490++ per person. Brunch time hours are from 11:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs. Mantra
Restaurant is located at the north end of Pattaya Beach Road. For reservations
and more info, call 038 429 591 or visit
www.mantra-pattaya.com.
As well as the excellent
European food for which it is very well known in Pattaya (including some very
rare Dutch items), Mata Hari restaurant also has a complete range of Thai
cuisine, including Thai Isaan on request from Chef Jackie, herself coming from
Isaan. Mata Hari restaurant is located at the top of the hill on Thappraya
Road, and for reservations (strongly recommended) phone 038 259 799 or email
[email protected] or go through the website at:
www.mataharirestaurant.com
Monday Curry Night at Tavern by the Sea.
The Tavern by the Sea
Restaurant introduces the following daily promotions: Monday Curry Night
features the tastiest curries, naan bread and salad buffet for just THB 499 net
per person. Tuesday offers a selection of beef, pork and chicken burgers
together with Frankfurter, Thuringer, and Italian sausages, served with mashed
potato, chili con carne and salad bar, as much as you can eat for THB 449.
Wednesday is Ribs & Wings evening: finger licking good ribs and 6 different
kinds of wings - all you can eat for THB 449 net per person. Friday & Saturday
Churrasco Nights offer prime meats and seafood, grilled to perfection on the
fire and freshly skewered for you on the churrasco pens at the Tavern. All
complemented by a full buffet of starters, side dishes and desserts. Only THB
749 net per person. Every buffet is open from 18.30 - 22.00 hrs. There is also
a daily happy hour from 11 am - 6 pm. Watch all the premier live sports on one
of the many widescreen TV’s or on the big projector screen (Sports hotline 038
418 419). Amari Orchid Pattaya, Beach Road, North Pattaya, Tel 038
418418, E-mail orchid@ amari.com.
Eat to the New Beat at
Starz Diner located at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya between 2nd Road
and Beach Road, Central Pattaya: A selection of Pan Asian and continental
flavors, from the griddle, BBQ char-grill, pan, fryer, steamer, wok, and
tandoori oven, as well as some really delicious desserts. Sat: THB 850++,
Sun-Fri: THB 750++ food only. Sat: THB 1,080++, Sun-Fri: THB 980++ including
free flow drinks. Children under 11 years of age eat for free. Show time for
live music is from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For more information call 038 428
755-9 or go to
http://pattaya.hardrockhotels.net.
The
fields of Rice @ Oasis restaurant.
Throughout the month of
April 2014, “Oasis” restaurant invites you to join “The fields of Rice”.
A traditional pork Japanese rice dish called “Katsudon” will be on offer as well
as Singaporean chicken rice and a deeply tasty rice soup containing chicken,
shrimp and chorizo cured sausage. Prices start at only THB 250++ (subject to
service charge and VAT). “Oasis” Restaurant is located in the lower main lobby
near the water park at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. Open
daily from 06.00-23.30hrs. Reservations call 038 301 234 ext 4260-61.
The Peak
restaurant offers a variety of dim sum items during the ‘All You Can Eat Dim Sum
for Lunch’ promotion. Price is just THB 705 net per person. Lovers of Peking
Duck, prized for the thin crisp skin, can also enjoy lunch with a whole Peking
Duck on the centerpiece at only THB 1,765 net. What’s more, roasted suckling
pig is offered at a discounted price of THB 1,882 (whole roast). The Peak
Chinese Restaurant is located on the 8th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya
next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya. Open daily from 11:30 a.m. to
2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For reservations and more information
please call 038 425 611 to 7, ext. 2276.
Poo
Bu Maa Thod Kratiam at Flare.
Intimate surroundings and
a magnificent wine wall provide a distinctive backdrop for sophisticated dining
at Flare restaurant. Experience an exquisite new menu of the authentic
taste of Thai cuisine, as it captures the freshness of its surrounds and fuses
it with a global twist. Sample “Hoy Nang Rom” made with fresh Fine de Claire
oysters from the southern regions of France or perhaps a “Som Tum”,
imaginatively prepared tableside. Finish your evening with “Cafe Bo’Lan” or
maybe “Bai Tuey” - a very international crème brûlée. Also available are an
exciting range of wines from Thailand’s emerging vineyards. Available for a
limited time only in Flare, level 15 of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya from
6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. daily. For bookings, please dial 038 253 000 or
email: [email protected]
New and only at Moon
River Pub! The After Work Club from 7 p.m. to midnight offers guests a
Western or Thai evening menu. Groups of 30 people may choose from the European
and Thai all you can eat buffet (booking 1 day in advance). The all you can
drink (wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, whiskey, tequila, etc.) counts for both
offers. Price per person: 1,200 baht per person Sunday to Thursday or 1,500
baht per person Friday & Saturday. The Moon River Pub is located in front of
the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.
With a full salad and
dessert buffet station, diners at Cascade can select their main course on
the menu featuring Thai and western dishes such as fried seafood with garlic and
hot basil leaf served with steamed jasmine rice; grilled chicken breast with
barbecue sauce; breaded fish fillet, French fries and tartar sauce and many
more. Price is THB 299++ per person (food only). The Cascade is located near
the Main Lobby of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open daily from 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.
For reservations call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2153.
Chill out to the DJ’s
beats as you sip on signature cocktails at the Horizon lounge and take in
stunning views of Pattaya Bay. Located on the 34th floor rooftop of the
Hilton Hotel Pattaya, Horizon lets you party with friends and sample the
delicious cuisine in one of the three flexible private dining rooms. Bar opens
from 5:00pm until 1:00am - restaurant from 6:00pm until 11:30pm. Guests can
indulge in style with a twist or simply relax in the most chilling Infinity Bar
and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and romance sunset in a comfortable and relaxed
entertainment venue. The new ‘Sunset Session’ promotion offers guests an array
of signature cocktails and “best sellers”, including Yello, Sea Breeze, Mojito,
Cosmopolitan, Bloody Mary, Singapore Sling and beers on a one-for-one basis.
The promotion is available daily from 5 pm to 7 pm at Horizon. For more
information or reservations please call +66 (0)38 253 000 or email:
bkkhp.pattaya [email protected].
Premium Prosecco at dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya.
dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya
has introduced its premium branded sparkling wine “Baraquda Prosecco”. Designed
for celebratory sipping or leisurely refreshment as the perfect start or finish
to any dining experience, this top-of-the-range premium Italian Prosecco is
priced at only THB 1,500++ per bottle and is only available at the dusitD2
baraquda pattaya. For more information or purchase inquiries, call 038 769 999
or E-mail. [email protected].
Spring Lamb at Acqua restaurant.
Throughout the month of
April, “Acqua” Italian restaurant will be featuring Spring Lamb dishes
such as broiled lamb cutlets with salsa of tomato, anchovy and rosemary and oven
roasted lamb fillet rolled with colonata lard on spinach plus cannellini beans.
Pasta dishes include a speciality fettuccini pasta with a shoulder of lamb
ragout and a lamb ravioli with potato and pachino tomato salsa. Prices start
from THB 690++ (subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT). Acqua Italian
restaurant is located in the Main Lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort
Pattaya, and opens daily from 18.30-22.30 hrs. Call for reservations, at
038 301 234 ext. 4266.
Promotions
Tea Tree Spa
at Holiday Inn Pattaya
is offering a 150 minutes promotional package featuring products by Carole
Franck that aid the contouring process, reduce cellulite, firm muscles and
improve the body’s natural detoxification processes. Available every day at the
Tea Tree Spa from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Price: THB 4,990 net per person. For
more information and reservations, call 038 725 555 ext 3902 or email:
spa.reception @Holidayinn-pattaya.com.
Entertainment
Silverlake Vinyard
will welcome back the Dutch “Kings of Swing”, the world famous B2F (Big To The
Future) band on Friday, April 25 for an evening of great food and musical
entertainment. Pre-dinner drinks will be served at 6.30 p.m. and dinner starts
at 7.00 p.m. The band will make their appearance on stage from 8 p.m.
Admission price for dinner and show is 1,300 baht per person. For more
information and reservations, call 089 896 5166 or go to website:
http://www.silverlake
vineyard.com/Silverlake01/Welcome.html.
Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya
presents ‘Mix Tape’ every Friday night from 9 p.m. till 2 a.m. at the Moon
Deck. A roster of four guest DJs play soulful funky sounds, deep house, tech
and all manners of groovy tunes laced with rock & roll. For more information
and/or reservations, call 038 426635, send e-mail to hrcpr.pty@hardrockhotels
.net or go to
www.facebook .com/HardRockCafePattaya.
Ruffino Restaurant &
Lounge at
Centara Grand Phratamnak Resort Pattaya presents Thailand’s premier female DJ,
DJ Diva, every Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 19:00 - 23:00. Centara Grand
Phratamnak Resort is located on Soi 5, Pratamnak, South Pattaya. Tel. 038
306 337 for more information.
dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya
invites you to come and relax, sip a cocktail or two and enjoy the dulcet tones
of classic live jazz performed by the famous saxophonist Aht Gunlayanakupt,
a.k.a. the Kenny G. of Thailand. Performances of “a new jazz in town” are held
every Friday and Saturday evening at the the rooftop sunset lounge from 8 p.m.
For more information and reservations, call 038 769 999 or send an email to
[email protected].
The North Star Library
on Sukhumvit Road, north Pattaya holds regular Thai language classes Mon - Fri
from 10.30 till 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. till 2.30 p.m. Cost of admission is 100 baht
per session for library members and 200 baht for non-members. Private lessons
are also available for 200 baht per hour. In addition, the library also holds
Yoga training every Tuesday from 1 - 2 p.m. at the Father Ray Foundation. Cost
is 1200 baht for 6 sessions (first session free). For more information, call
081 575 4854 or email [email protected]
Come and enjoy live music
at the Jazz Pit Pub from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. every day (except Tuesdays &
Wednesdays). Listen to great music by Thomas Reimer, one of the most famous
European Jazz guitar players. If you play an instrument, you are welcome to
come along and join in the jam sessions every Monday evening. Jazz trio every
Friday at 7-11 p.m., with Thomas Reimer (guitar), Andy Goodson (bass), and Peter
Couling (drums). The Jazz Pit is located on Soi 5 off Pattaya Beach and 2nd
Road. Tel: 038 428 374.
Groups & Associations
Al-Anon Family Group:
Are you bothered by someone else’s drinking? Maybe we can help. Sunday meeting
at 2 p.m., Pattaya, Satree Pattaya Center, 519/56 Pattaya 2nd Road, Soi Skaw
Beach near the Skaw Beach Hotel, next door to Scandalia Restaurant. Thursday
meeting is at 10:30 a.m. on the 4th floor of Jomtien Plaza Condotel. For more
information, call the Helpline 092 674 4109 or Richard 084 867 4138.
Alcoholics Anonymous
meetings in Pattaya:
The Pattaya Group meets
Wednesday and Thursday at noon (open); Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 5 p.m.
(closed) and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. (closed) at
the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): contact Mick on 087 994
6224, Bob 087 939 2463 or Joe 082 715 2082. The Good Morning Pattaya Group
meets 9 a.m. every morning. All meetings are ‘open’: contact 084 564 8479. The
Jomtien Group meets every day at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: contact:
Warren on 086 158 9688, Andy 080 570 1404 or Henk 086 070 6684, Thai contact:
Somchai 081 445 3302. The Scandinavian Group meets on Tuesdays and Fridays 6
p.m. at the Norwegian Seaman’s Church, Thappraya Road Soi 7: contact Hans 085
135 7755 or Rune (Rayong) 089 754 9515. 10.30 a.m. meetings every day at Satree
Pattana Centre on Soi Skaw Beach off Second Road. Call 084 564 8479.
For the past 28 years the
Samaritans of Thailand have been providing confidential crisis
intervention services over the telephone. The English-speaking unit, Samaritans
English Help Line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support to
the expatriate community. English-speaking staff, trained in crisis
intervention will provide active, non-judgmental and empathetic listening
services on the phone. All calls will be handled on an anonymous basis and are
free of charge. Please call (02) 713-6791 (24hrs a day, 7 days a week).
Overeaters Anonymous
meetings in Pattaya/Jomtien - The ‘Up to You’ group meets Wednesdays at
9:30-10:30 a.m. in the housing area just behind Pan Pan Restaurant in Jomtien on
Thappraya Road. Call Steve at 038-364-207(h) or 089-250-1359 (cell) for
directions or more information.
Narcotics Anonymous
- Hotline: 082 811 2686. There are 3 English speaking meetings in Pattaya near
Central Festival and 2 more in Jomtien each week. Also regular Thai speaking
meetings at 12 Midday every Sunday and Persian Farsi speaking meetings at 5.30
pm on Thursdays. Please call the Hotline for details.
