One-Way Traffic Takes Toll on Tourism at Jomtien Beach

[webfact]

 

Jomtien, Chonburi — Jomtien Beach in Chonburi saw fewer tourists than expected during the recent Songkran holiday. Most businesses blame the ongoing one-way traffic system, which confuses visitors.

Beachside vendor Mrs. Poolsawat Singhsawasdi, 55, complained to local media that tourist numbers between April 12nd-16th were relatively normal, without the usual large crowds witnessed during the normal Songkran holiday.

 

Mrs. Poolsawat believed that the decline might be due to Pattaya’s recent traffic changes, including the implementation of one-way system at Pattaya Beach Road.

 

By Aim Tanakorn

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-04-19

 

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[bradiston]

Just wait til they start digging everything up. Imminent according to my source. Thais seems to have better news feeds than us

[baansgr]

You would t think it's one way...drive down there and is more cars, motorbikes and of course the do as they want cyclists going against the.one way. All to save a few hundred yards of extra driving

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Mrs. Poolsawat believed that the decline might be due to Pattaya’s recent traffic changes, including the implementation of one-way system at Pattaya Beach Road.

Maybe people are just tired of the same old.. Jomtien beach scene

[AverageAussie]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Mrs. Poolsawat believed that the decline might be due to Pattaya’s recent traffic changes, including the implementation of one-way system at Pattaya Beach Road.

 

Pattaya Beach Road has had 1-way traffic for many years.

 

Is she meaning Jomtien Beach Road? 

[petermik]

It's the so called Water Festival that's causing the problem 😔

[hunkidori]

It's not just the one-way system, it's an absolute nightmare getting anywhere these days. There are roadworks all-over the place and people would rather do without the pain of driving.

[Gsxrnz]

Maybe, just maybe, it's because the tourists aren't coming.  I can name at least a dozen formerly regular seasonal visitors (some for a fortnight, some for 3 months) that haven't come here since the lockdowns. 50/50 split between finding cheaper alternatives, and inflation ate their discretionary cash.

 

 

[Nickcage49]

Another dumb idea and people largely ignore it early in the morning, making it more dangerous.

[rexpotter]

1 hour ago, hunkidori said:

It's not just the one-way system, it's an absolute nightmare getting anywhere these days. There are roadworks all-over the place and people would rather do without the pain of driving.

Its true, almost impossible to even drive into Pattaya anymore. Nowhere to park, shop owners with orange cones in front blocking off the parking area in front of their business, as they somehow believe they own  the street too.

 

One lane only for Sukhumvit Rd in numerous places which is dam busy and is supposed to be a 4 lane highway. Never see them working all night like they should be.

[mikebell]

Damn!  I've got 'Visa' renewal coming up next week.

[webfact]

Jomtien Beach’s Songkran splash sees a dip in tourists
by Bob Scott 

 

Jomtien Beach in Chon Buri experienced a noticeable dip in the usual influx of visitors during the recent Songkran celebration. The local businesses situated in the area attribute this decline to the newly introduced one-way traffic system, which they believe has puzzled and deterred potential tourists.

 

Poolsawat Singhsawasdi, a vendor operating on the beachfront, expressed her concerns to the local press. The 55 year old revealed that the numbers of tourists from April 12 to April 16 were average, markedly missing the usual surge of crowds that flock to the area during the typical Songkran holiday period.

 

Poolsawat proposed that this downturn in tourism might be a consequence of the recent alterations to Pattaya’s traffic regulations, including the adoption of a one-way system on Pattaya Beach Road. She suggested that several tourists have struggled to adapt to this new system, resulting in frustration and complaints about the need to backtrack during their journeys.

Despite the adverse impact of the traffic system on tourism, Poolsawat mentioned that her earnings from renting out beach umbrellas have remained stable. However, this income is only sufficient for her to scrape by.

She anticipates that tourism in Jomtien Beach will continue to be lacklustre during the forthcoming Wanlai festival today, April 19. She reasoned that most individuals prefer to meander through the streets participating in water play, rather than lounging on beach benches, reported Pattaya News.

 

“The new traffic system may have confused some tourists and could have led to fewer visitors. Many have complained about having to drive back and forth due to the one-way system.”

 

In related news, a major makeover is unfolding along the 2.7-kilometre coastline of Pattaya Beach. Spearheaded by Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai the project is set to redefine the city’s landscape and will be completed ahead of the original deadline.

 

Funded by a 166 million baht budget, this facelift aims to boost the city’s image and enhance amenities for residents and tourists alike.

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-04-19

 

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[LittleBear57]

I was down there recently. I think for cyclists who used to ride south to north they now have to use 2nd road or ride against the flow, or on the pavement by the beach. The legal way is use 2nd road which is extremely dangerous looking at the traffic or break the law, which most seem to do, and personally I don't blame them. The least the council could do is put in cycle lanes for them. Also I never saw a problem with the road being two way, it was rarely overcrowded and just the odd idiot going fast which you still have.

[morrobay]

What ???!!!! Another Pattaya beach" improvement" You have got to be ------- Kidding.by

Edited April 19 by morrobay