Pattaya To Protect Violence On Foreigners

[Rimmer]

Pattaya To Protect Violence On Foreigners

PATTAYA – July 9, 2014 [PDN];- Mr.Ronnakit Aekasing-deputy mayor of Pattaya- had welcomed VADM.Rengrit Boonsongprasert-chief of Sattahip Navy base-, Pol.Col.Suppatee Boonkrong-deputy superintendent of Pattaya police station- and Mr.Sakchai Tang-Ho-chief district of Bang Lamung- who all chaired the opening ceremony for the protection and security conference among Pattaya operators at Pattaya City Hall.

VADM.Rengrit said that previously violence towards foreigners had been widely spread on social media sites and these images had undermined the good image of tourism in Thailand.

In addition the NCPO had ordered to control the operators especially in Pattaya. The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable. They also added that they need to understand the various cultures of each tourist because it’s not the same as Thai culture.

Pol.Col.Suppatee said that there had been violence towards foreigners, plus some operators had exploited foreigners. The officers need to solve these problems

Full story:http://www.pattayadailynews.com/pattaya-news/2014/07/10/pattaya-to-protect-violence-on-foreigners/

-- Pattaya Daily News 2014-07-10

[dinom]

Pattaya To Protect Violence On Foreigners

They now start to protect the violence, so nothing new really

[smedly]

Pattaya needs the same treatment as Phuket - there is not enough being done right now

there is a strong mafia hold on this city and it needs to be addresses once and for all - and I know exactly were I would start and then follow on from there - introducing regulation of public services - including transport - the beaches - price fixing cartels.......etc

[Basil B]

Empty words again?

I will believe them when the Jet Ski Scum are all locked up or left town.

[khwaibah]

"Pattaya To Protect Violence On Foreigners" Another grate case of proof reading..

[Chang_paarp]

In addition the NCPO had ordered to control the operators especially in Pattaya. The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable. They also added that they need to understand the various cultures of each tourist because it’s not the same as Thai culture.

It is the tourist's duty to understand Thainess, so what is this gobldey goop?

The tourist needs to learn to adapt to the Thai thinking.

[JesseFrank]

"Pattaya To Protect Violence On Foreigners" Another grate case of proof reading..

You say

[Pattaya28]

We see these words spouted many times "Protecting the good image of tourism" from the authorities.

Who are they kidding ?

Does tourism have a good image ?

[Jingthing]

Tip to enforcers ... dedicated tourism "politeness" monitors at the baht bus queue at South Pattaya Road going to Jomtien. As I've noted before that becomes a cauldron of rudeness and sometimes even violence during the high season.

[slygeeza]

saw the jetski guys threatening to beat up a group of Indians 2 evenings ago, not to mention the case I mentioned a week ago where one that just got out of jail, I would guess for drugs or violence, beat up a Thai right in front of a group of tourists, I would place bets on nothing ever happening to these guys, in fact I would place a bet that none of them will ever be aware that this "ceremony" ever took place

Edited July 10, 2014 by slygeeza

[shirtless]

They need to do something as there is not many tourist left,Violence certainly goes with Pattayas image and needs to be stopped if they want the tourist industry to remain, if not pattaya will become a ghost town 12 months a year.

[Jingthing]

Real taxis with REQUIRED use of meters ... PLEASE.

The entire "public transport" system including the money trail surrounding it needs a close look.

Edited July 10, 2014 by Jingthing

[bangkokheat]

The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable.

thank god for tourism otherwise the violence would be acceptable

[Emster23]

Day or two ago I saw a Thai policeman walking on Jomtien Beach Road. Wish I'd had a camera with me. Felt like asking if he was lost and needed directions back to comfy station.

[kamahele]

A bit of good news but I would say that the images of the violence is not what is bad for Thailand's image but the actual violence!

[razer]

In addition the NCPO had ordered to control the operators especially in Pattaya. The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable. They also added that they need to understand the various cultures of each tourist because it’s not the same as Thai culture.

It is the tourist's duty to understand Thainess, so what is this gobldey goop?

The tourist needs to learn to adapt to the Thai thinking.

Tourists are guests. Thailand is the host. Thai thinking should adapt to something called national pride. Maybe tourists should just go to Malaysia ... huh?

[ggt]

The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable.

Since this violence against tourists is affecting our income...we are going to take action...otherwise...it would be OK...

[klauskunkel]

for the protection and security conference among Pattaya operators at Pattaya City Hall.

In addition the NCPO had ordered to control the operators especially in Pattaya. The operators had directly affected the tourism therefore the violence was unacceptable. They also added that they (the operators) need to understand the various cultures of each tourist because it’s not the same as Thai culture.

Pol.Col.Suppatee said that there had been violence towards foreigners, plus some operators had exploited foreigners.

Who are these operators and what are they operating on? Are these operations officially sanctioned, certified and countersigned? Are the operators using operatives to operate the operations and are these operatives qualified?

[IAMSOBAD]

Double talk and photo open for the TAT.

Have a nice day...

[Benmart]

Tip to enforcers ... dedicated tourism "politeness" monitors at the baht bus queue at South Pattaya Road going to Jomtien. As I've noted before that becomes a cauldron of rudeness and sometimes even violence during the high season.

My thoughts exactly. Day before yesterday I watched as the baht bus drivers yelled and poked at people to scrunch closer in the back of truck before it left. Their greed to stuff as many sardines into the can was not only rude, but unsafe. The rear of the truck was just about touching the street after four more hangers-on completed the load. I watched and walked.

There is a hat wearing, Thai lady there that is the epitome of hate and venom. She yells, make faces and aims rude remarks towards foreigners that ignore her demands. She truely needs "help".

The Second Road/Pattaya Tai (South Road) Songtaew stop for trucks going to Jomtien is a powder keg waiting for the right match to arrive. More than once, I have gotten off and walked a block to catch a less crowded, more cordial baht bus.

This mob of drivers seems to believe that the changes taking place will not affect them. I believe it's just a matter of time before the Marines arrive.

[inzman]

I keep thinking that they are dealing with Phuket right now and will eventually move on to other areas. I am hoping Pattaya and Samui, Hua Hin will be soon on the list. Why would they stop at Phuket?

[Pralaad]

Tip to enforcers ... dedicated tourism "politeness" monitors at the baht bus queue at South Pattaya Road going to Jomtien. As I've noted before that becomes a cauldron of rudeness and sometimes even violence during the high season.

My thoughts exactly. Day before yesterday I watched as the baht bus drivers yelled and poked at people to scrunch closer in the back of truck before it left. Their greed to stuff as many sardines into the can was not only rude, but unsafe. The rear of the truck was just about touching the street after four more hangers-on completed the load. I watched and walked.

There is a hat wearing, Thai lady there that is the epitome of hate and venom. She yells, make faces and aims rude remarks towards foreigners that ignore her demands. She truely needs "help".

The Second Road/Pattaya Tai (South Road) Songtaew stop for trucks going to Jomtien is a powder keg waiting for the right match to arrive. More than once, I have gotten off and walked a block to catch a less crowded, more cordial baht bus.

This mob of drivers seems to believe that the changes taking place will not affect them. I believe it's just a matter of time before the Marines arrive.

Screaming and poking is violence??

What exactly was he screaming ? Or you do not speak a word of Thai , for all you know he was telling people to move closer but Isaan style, which is high tone.

Pattaya public transport is by far better and cheaper than Phuket or Bangkok .

Pattaya taxi drivers are by far nicer than in Phuket or Bangkok .

Meter taxi for town as little as Pattaya ? Some people need a reality check.

Pattaya is tiny to have metered taxi

[ronthai]

While they are at it, cleanup the traffic cops. They will let Thais who clearly break the law go, because you/me as a farang is coming and there is the money.

[Jingthing]

The greater Pattaya area is actually MASSIVE. Not too small for metered taxis by a long shot. Any other "world class" beach resort city already HAS THEM.

[Shurup]

@IAMSOBAD - run out of "like"s yet?

I agree with @Pralaad partially. Public transport in Pattaya is ahead of many other places in Thailand, I never had any complains there and I spent a LOT of time there in the past and still come for a visit once in a while. I think some people are just too sensitive. It def not better than BKK but ways ahead of Phuket. Not sure why you even compared BKK to Phuket public transportation??

City of any size (Pattaya including) could benefit from metered taxis, they just need to be adjusted properly to reflect the particular city size.

[WhamBam]

Tip to enforcers ... dedicated tourism "politeness" monitors at the baht bus queue at South Pattaya Road going to Jomtien. As I've noted before that becomes a cauldron of rudeness and sometimes even violence during the high season.

My thoughts exactly. Day before yesterday I watched as the baht bus drivers yelled and poked at people to scrunch closer in the back of truck before it left. Their greed to stuff as many sardines into the can was not only rude, but unsafe. The rear of the truck was just about touching the street after four more hangers-on completed the load. I watched and walked.

There is a hat wearing, Thai lady there that is the epitome of hate and venom. She yells, make faces and aims rude remarks towards foreigners that ignore her demands. She truely needs "help".

The Second Road/Pattaya Tai (South Road) Songtaew stop for trucks going to Jomtien is a powder keg waiting for the right match to arrive. More than once, I have gotten off and walked a block to catch a less crowded, more cordial baht bus.

This mob of drivers seems to believe that the changes taking place will not affect them. I believe it's just a matter of time before the Marines arrive.

I too walk a short way along the road and wave at passing Baht buses. Rarely do I have to wait more than a couple of minutes.

Joining the queue for a bus seems like madness and they make you wait for quite a few minutes more often than not until the bus is overcrowded before they set off.

[mok199]

i think i might open a, ''CHARM SCHOOL''in thailand,for the cranky,bitter,jelous,angry ,thais.....Amazing CHARMING thailand..

[Pralaad]

The greater Pattaya area is actually MASSIVE. Not too small for metered taxis by a long shot. Any other "world class" beach resort city already HAS THEM.

Going from South Pattaya to Jomtien is hardly MASSIVE.

[Pralaad]

@IAMSOBAD - run out of "like"s yet?

I agree with @Pralaad partially. Public transport in Pattaya is ahead of many other places in Thailand, I never had any complains there and I spent a LOT of time there in the past and still come for a visit once in a while. I think some people are just too sensitive. It def not better than BKK but ways ahead of Phuket. Not sure why you even compared BKK to Phuket public transportation??

City of any size (Pattaya including) could benefit from metered taxis, they just need to be adjusted properly to reflect the particular city size.

If metered taxi's are adjusted to say 50 baht when you jump in, rest assured same people will be complaining about being over priced.

Yes i do believe Pattaya system is even better than BKK, because motorcycle taxi's are cheaper, baht buses are easy to understand and run regularly.

Baht buses are open as oppose to green buses in BKK without air con, humid and hot and hard to know or understand where each one goes(unless you speak very good Thai or know the number you need

The only advantage in BKK is BTS, sadly its limited to certain locations.

Try getting to Kaosan road by public transport, putting aside the money and changing involved, it will take you half a day.

[bangsaenguy]

How did we get from violence involving foreigners to metered taxis?