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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 19 December 2024
Pattaya Beach Swarms with Tourists; Locals Voice Concerns Picture courtesy: Facebook สายตรงนายกเมืองพัทยา As the high season unfolds, Pattaya Beach has become a hotspot for international tourists basking in the sun and enjoying Thailand's vibrant offerings. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346595-pattaya-beach-swarms-with-tourists-locals-voice-concerns/ -
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Pattaya Beach Swarms with Tourists; Locals Voice Concerns
Picture courtesy: Facebook สายตรงนายกเมืองพัทยา As the high season unfolds, Pattaya Beach has become a hotspot for international tourists basking in the sun and enjoying Thailand's vibrant offerings. However, alongside this seasonal influx, local residents have raised concerns over city infrastructure and management, sparking widespread discussions online about the city's capacity to handle its burgeoning popularity. Locals are particularly vocal about the city's road conditions, which they describe as anything but smooth. One resident quipped that navigating the roads is akin to traversing the moon's cratered landscape, highlighting the urgent need for roadway repairs. Attention is especially being drawn to South Pattaya Road, which is reportedly marred by sand and dust, transforming a simple motorbike ride into an undesirable adventure through a desert. A pattern of drawn-out or simultaneous road projects has driven frustration, with many calling for authorities to finish one endeavour before digging up another, thereby alleviating the perennial traffic chaos that ensues. The introduction of a one-way system on Jomtien Beach Road, intended to streamline traffic flow, has instead exacerbated congestion, demonstrating a potential misstep in urban planning. Another critical point of contention lies with the state of Pattaya's beaches. Despite their status as world-famous locations, residents feel their visual appeal is compromised by an overabundance of boats, leading some to compare the scene to a bustling harbour, rather than a serene seascape. Calls for improved cleanliness and environmental measures reflect a desire to safeguard the natural beauty that draws countless visitors each year. Amidst these complaints, it's clear that the city is teeming with foreign visitors, with beaches packed from sunrise to the stunning sunsets that Pattaya is known for. The seasonal boom is invigorating the local economy, as money flows freely with the influx of tourists. This, in turn, places a spotlight on the city's need to balance economic benefits with sustainable urban development. As residents voice frustrations, much of their critique lands on the desk of city officials, particularly the mayor, whom many believe should take robust action to address these growing pains. Urgent calls for improved traffic management, better road maintenance, and environmental stewardship underscore a community's desire to elevate Pattaya's status as a premier global tourist destination, not just a temporary hotspot. As Pattaya enjoys its peak season, the juxtaposition of economic vibrancy and logistical challenges presents an opportunity for city management to implement thoughtful solutions, ensuring this vibrant locale remains attractive to both visitors and residents alike, reported Pattaya Mail. -- 2024-12-19 -
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Officer Killed in Tragic Migrant Smuggling Crash Incident
No, they just need to make it easier for Burmese to work here, as Thais don’t seem to want to work much, the tourism sector and building sector here on Samui only operate because of Burmese staff… -
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Starmer Defends Decision to Deny Compensation for Waspi Women Amid Backlash
Another U turn to get elected. He and his Liebour cabinet were all saying they would make sure all the women were compensated prior to the election. It's about time ALL parties were liable for keeping their promises to the electorate or at least suable for breach of trust and bribery for not keeping their promise -
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/Featured Quiz 13 December - Weekly Featured Quiz - General Knowledge
I just completed this quiz. My Score 10/100 My Time 89 seconds -
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/Featured Quiz 6th December - Weekly Featured Quiz - General Knowledge
I just completed this quiz. My Score 20/100 My Time 87 seconds -
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Thai man assaults wife after discovering her sex-for-drug deals
Seems harsh to me calling him abusive after him getting angry for her shagging the local drug dealers. -
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CDC declares first "severe case" of Influenza H5N1 in the US
and California declares State of Emergency over bird flu on Dec.18, 2024 > Looks like they are trying to do it again... = = =
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