No lift of alcohol ban

[jacko45k]

56 minutes ago, juiso said:

probably due to the indefinite ban of the nightlife here.

Probably due to the land being sold for development at MIT Bar area.

[Chelseafan]

16 hours ago, JayClay said:

The post was deleted because your headline said "no drinking until January" but the content of the article said nothing of the sort.

 

It said that the CCSA will discuss the possibility of opening bars when they meet again on Friday.

 

It also said, totally unrelatedly that they were concerned about gatherings and new-year countdowns.

 

Stop spreading misinformation.

 

Whilst I should have titled it "possible no drinking until January" the article included the following :-

 

"However, at the meeting of the Ministry of Public Health today (9 Nov. Y. 64) there were discussions about the measures to open pubs, bars, karaoke, entertainment venues after the new year 2022, which this issue will be proposed to the Prof. meeting tomorrow (10 Nov. Oh, my God. . 254) for further consideration of the approach. "

 

You stated the article said "that the CCSA will discuss the possibility of opening bars when they meet again on Friday"

 

Stop spreading misinformation

 

[Chelseafan]

On 11/10/2021 at 12:02 PM, Golden Triangle said:

With these clowns in charge anything can happen, I wouldn't hold your breath on Dec 1st, I like everyone else want to get back to a normal world here but it wouldn't surprise me if they pull a stupid stunt and keep us, Pattaya, closed.

 

Just to add, I was hoping for Nov 15th.

 

I hope they open on Dec 1st but comments from his highness telling establishments to "stop being selfish" don't bode well.

 

If they don't open bars/clubs until after Christmas then they should put up a disclaimer on the Thai Pass system saying so. (tongue-in-cheek)

 

[Ralf001]

On 11/8/2021 at 9:44 PM, tomyami said:

Its a 24 hour curfew on people who drink socially whichs pretty much shuts down a local economy.

It has been a success in pattaya

I drink socially practically every day, What 24hr curfew ?

[Sanookmike]

2 hours ago, Chelseafan said:

 

Whilst I should have titled it "possible no drinking until January" the article included the following :-

 

"However, at the meeting of the Ministry of Public Health today (9 Nov. Y. 64) there were discussions about the measures to open pubs, bars, karaoke, entertainment venues after the new year 2022, which this issue will be proposed to the Prof. meeting tomorrow (10 Nov. Oh, my God. . 254) for further consideration of the approach. "

 

You stated the article said "that the CCSA will discuss the possibility of opening bars when they meet again on Friday"

 

Stop spreading misinformation

 

But isn't the news outlet that put the article out well known for spreading misinformation?? ????

 

Not saying it isn't correct but let's just wait til after this meeting, especially considering the source

 

Edited November 11, 2021 by Sanookmike

[JayClay]

5 hours ago, Chelseafan said:

 

Whilst I should have titled it "possible no drinking until January" the article included the following :-

 

"However, at the meeting of the Ministry of Public Health today (9 Nov. Y. 64) there were discussions about the measures to open pubs, bars, karaoke, entertainment venues after the new year 2022, which this issue will be proposed to the Prof. meeting tomorrow (10 Nov. Oh, my God. . 254) for further consideration of the approach. "

 

You stated the article said "that the CCSA will discuss the possibility of opening bars when they meet again on Friday"

 

Stop spreading misinformation

 

I read the post you made several times and didn't see the underlined part. As the post has now been deleted there's no way of telling if it was there, and I missed it, or it wasn't there at all.

 

Anyway one thing we can all agree on is the hope that the information is wrong and we won't have to wait that long ????

[Chelseafan]

4 hours ago, JayClay said:

I read the post you made several times and didn't see the underlined part. As the post has now been deleted there's no way of telling if it was there, and I missed it, or it wasn't there at all.

 

Anyway one thing we can all agree on is the hope that the information is wrong and we won't have to wait that long ????

 

Here's the translated text

 

Yep I agree. I'm going in December to hook up with family and I'll be mightily peeved if I can't get a "legal" beer in a bar.

 

[Leaver]

On 11/10/2021 at 7:56 PM, Dave Aarons said:

Do TQ's Agogo on Beach Rd in Pattaya know something we don't?

 

 

Last time I looked, Thailand was set to reach 70% vaccinated by late November, so they should allow bars to open on the 1st December.  

 

That said, the Delta variant has seen many countries opt for 80% and above before opening up.  

[FritsSikkink]

On 11/9/2021 at 11:35 PM, Joe Farang said:

They should keep Alcohol banned forever. It is the Devils drink and is consumed by his minions. No good will ever come from it if allowed again.

Not everybody behaves like an idiot after some drinks. Just don't drink yourself.

[jacko45k]

1 hour ago, FritsSikkink said:

Not everybody behaves like an idiot after some drinks. Just don't drink yourself.

Just love that sweet spot between 2 and 6 beers.... where life is good and you feel great!

Double figures it gets messy!

[pixelaoffy]

Mid January.   Hahaha. The crazy 3rd world paranoid country 

[rott]

On 11/9/2021 at 11:35 PM, Joe Farang said:

They should keep Alcohol banned forever. It is the Devils drink and is consumed by his minions. No good will ever come from it if allowed again.

They're not all locked up yet. 

[Leaver]

1 hour ago, pixelaoffy said:

The crazy 3rd world paranoid country 

 

Not crazy.  Just a 3rd World Country.  

[Leaver]

On 11/10/2021 at 7:56 PM, Dave Aarons said:

Do TQ's Agogo on Beach Rd in Pattaya know something we don't?

 

 

Best they take that sign down, unless they become The TQ Restaurant.  

[WhiteBuffaloATM]

Phuket has Zero Bans since 1Nov on Alcohol, Bars, Bar Girls, Pubs, Nightclubs, Live Music. No GoGo though…..yet. phuket must have become Independent on 1Nov or has informal concession as Sandbox.

[pixelaoffy]

17 hours ago, WhiteBuffaloATM said:

Phuket has Zero Bans since 1Nov on Alcohol, Bars, Bar Girls, Pubs, Nightclubs, Live Music. No GoGo though…..yet. phuket must have become Independent on 1Nov or has informal concession as Sandbox.

Highlights why the knives out for Pattaya .. the prayut placeman. , So called governor , was put in to destroy it 

[rott]

19 hours ago, Leaver said:

 

Best they take that sign down, unless they become The TQ Restaurant.  

It's down. 

[rott]

I am surprised the response on here has been so restrained. It took me and a few I know in the bar business completely by surprise. This will do Phuket the world of good and be a further blow to Pattaya. 

Stating the obvious there I know, but I do have difficulty believing what is going on. No feel for Pattaya as it is now, I am still shaking my head. Metaphorically of course. 

Edited November 13, 2021 by rott

[AllanA]

It’s obvious to all foreigners that the government wants Pattaya to collapse so they can ‘try’ to turn it into something new. You can go to a restaurant or a bar in Bangkok, Phuket and various other parts of Thailand and enjoy a drink while on holiday  but not Pattaya and why is that ? the government want it gone, no more, it’s over 100%. 
 

This ‘maybe’ a good thing but it depends on what they want it to become. From what everyone says on various posts they want only Chinese and Indian tourists markets and probably have a few Chinese casinos thrown in  but the Pattaya it was is done and dusted. It was getting pretty seedy anyway.
Unfortunately a lot of restaurants and  hotels will go under as no tourists will come. 
What tourists go for a holiday where there’s no nightlife and no alcohol ? Not everyone drinks but while on holidays most people love to have a drink, go out and socialise but everything is closed so why go there, neighbouring countries will be delighted I reckon $$$ 

[Leaver]

13 minutes ago, rott said:

I am surprised the response on here has been so restrained. It took me and a few I know in the bar business completely by surprise. This will do Phuket the world of good and be a further blow to Pattaya. 

 

 

I must admit, I was also surprised by the announcement. 

 

All sorts of conspiracy theories being put forward, and I have given them some consideration, but I really am starting to think that the Thai government knows their real vaccination percentage, and it may be nowhere near what they have been saying in the media. 

 

Or, they have opted for more time to get to 80%, and possibly 90%, especially with Delta, and any other variant that may be just around the corner.    

[CrunchWrapSupreme]

On 11/10/2021 at 7:02 PM, Golden Triangle said:

Just to add, I was hoping for Nov 15th.

Same here. As a MURCUN, I was hoping to bring the wife down to BKK to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and mashed potatoes, not to mention plenty of requisite BOOZE, at a particular pub.

[brewsterbudgen]

48 minutes ago, CrunchWrapSupreme said:

Same here. As a MURCUN, I was hoping to bring the wife down to BKK to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and mashed potatoes, not to mention plenty of requisite BOOZE, at a particular pub.

At least in Bangkok you can get alcohol with your meal. And it's too difficult to get alcohol without one!

[NanLaew]

On 11/10/2021 at 10:20 AM, possum1931 said:

...with probably about the same low IQ as most of the Thai people...

Screw you too Einstein.

 

On 11/10/2021 at 10:44 AM, possum1931 said:

... I know there are many members of this forum who are expats living in Bangkok. ...

Hmmm... maybe you really ARE Einstein after all.

[NanLaew]

On 11/10/2021 at 11:53 AM, possum1931 said:

Sorry about that, but I just want you to see where I am coming from.

• Gender:Male
• Location:Where there is plenty of girls.

No worries, we had you sussed out ages ago.

 

[NanLaew]

On 11/10/2021 at 12:11 PM, superal said:

On 11/10/2021 at 11:53 AM, possum1931 said:

OK I get your point, although I love the Thai people, and accept that the vast majority of them are decent, trustworthy and honest.

Though unfortunately, these are the same people responsible for Thailands dreadful road statistics their lack of intelligence affects us all and not just on the roads.

Sorry about that, but I just want you to see where I am coming from.

Most of their problems stem from lack of education , not only in schooling but in areas such as road traffic training , a highway  code , no proper driver training , plus of course the government do little to patrol the highways nor do they televise road safety tutorials .  

On average 5 children drown a day in Thailand . That is avoidable by teaching kids to swim , however where I stay there is not 1 school with swimming facilities . 

So I repeat , I Q should not be confused with a lack of education which seems to be the case in Thailand .

What? No mention of lifestyle choices and the deeply ingrained cultural mores that spawn the likes of kriengjai and other handy excuses?

[NanLaew]

On 11/10/2021 at 12:23 PM, Mr Meeseeks said:

I recall a Thai survey in the early 00's that had the average IQ at around 85 and on average 10% of the population was considered 'medically retarded'. This rose to about 16% in the poorest provinces in Isarn.

 

The education system is the biggest hindrance to Thailand above and beyond any other factors. 

If that is the case, it probably goes a very long way to explaining why some foreigners find Thailand so attractive, are compelled to settle down here and then while away their days complaining about it all.

[NanLaew]

On 11/11/2021 at 12:07 PM, juiso said:

Many beer bars are getting torn down in Pattaya at the moment, probably due to the indefinite ban of the nightlife here.

 

 

Result!

 

So there IS a God after all?

[NanLaew]

On 11/11/2021 at 1:04 PM, Henryford said:

Yes the beginning of the end for Pattaya. I feel sorry for the younger guys now, all the best places have gone.

The 'younger guys' have been avoiding the place since forever already.

 

The good old days were from 8th August 1977 to 3rd April 1991.

 

I would suggest those clinging to their memories from the most recent 25 years will eventually get over it after their mid-life crisis passes. Of course some won't.

[NanLaew]

On 11/12/2021 at 5:02 PM, jacko45k said:

Just love that sweet spot between 2 and 6 beers.... where life is good and you feel great!

Double figures it gets messy!

And for those in double figures who still haven't attained escape velocity, I can recommend switching to shots.

[Leaver]

13 minutes ago, NanLaew said:

If that is the case, it probably goes a very long way to explaining why some foreigners find Thailand so attractive, are compelled to settle down here and then while away their days complaining about it all.

 

Well, they do continually change the goal posts here, but then again, it really is 3rd World governance, for a 3rd World country.