Barry Kenyon
First signs of concern about visa exempt mass tourists
A top national policeman has raised the alarm about foreign tourists breaking the law and behaving disgracefully. Police general Roy Ingpairoj, deputy police chief, has ordered...
The Thai dream to have visa-exempt travel to Europe is a...
Thai premier Srettha Thavisin’s determination for Thais to visit Schengen countries without visa approval has woken up sleepy diplomats. On a recent visit to...
Pattaya not the fun it was once says nightlife guru
Stickman Bangkok, the leading bar and club commentator since 1998, claims boldly that Pattaya has shaken off its seedy reputation. In his weekly online...
Pattaya-based British conservationist launches animal trilogy
Pattaya seems to teem with vigorous women and men with a great tale to tell. Especially Brits. Geoffrey Doody, in partnership with his wife...
Jomtien immigration soi now one way
Jomtien Soi 5, where the headquarters of Chonburi immigration are located, is now closed to traffic from beach road but can still be accessed...
Cambodia voted number one for culture
World Travel Awards have listed Cambodia has the leading cultural destination in Asia. Minister of Tourism Sok Soken said the award underpinned the country’s...
UK government claims benefit fraud discovered in overseas expat payments
Thailand-based British pensioners could have their British bank accounts inspected by the government under new powers being considered to thwart benefit irregularities. The plans,...
85 percent of tourists to Thailand now don’t need a visa
Within the past six months, the Thai government has made mammoth strides to ease the travel process for millions more foreign tourists. Previously, visa-exempt...
85 percent of tourists to Thailand now don’t need a visa
Within the past six months, the Thai government has made mammoth strides to ease the travel process for millions more foreign tourists. Previously, visa-exempt...
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Friendly smiles and affordable drinks make Pattaya the ultimate destination for party-goers and solo...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya is a city that effortlessly draws people from all walks of life with its vibrant energy, welcoming atmosphere, and unique...
Trust in Authorities – Ensuring peace and safety in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, a main tourism meeting point, relies heavily on law enforcement to maintain order and safety for both residents and visitors....
Authorities tighten control on repair shops amid worsening street racing situation in Pattaya and...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Na Jomtien Police Station patrol officers conducted inspections and public outreach at local vehicle repair shops. The officers urged shop owners...
Pattaya prepares for summer traffic surge as school breaks and Songkran approach
PATTAYA, Thailand – As summer approaches, Pattaya is preparing for an influx of visitors, both locals and tourists, as school breaks and the Songkran...
Pattaya sees less rainfalls and rising temperatures; thunderstorms expected in the South
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Thai Meteorological Department reports that rainfall is decreasing in northern Thailand while temperatures are rising. Residents are advised to take...