Hua Hin Today, February 2015 edition (PDF, Flip)
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Thai woman defends drunk foreign boyfriend in Pattaya crash
Funny how they mention: but no mention of a fine for drunk driving. If I recall, that's a 20,000 baht fine all by itself. (And one reason why alcohol road checkpoints are so large and regulated now - to try and prevent cops from accepting "payments" on the spot in exchange for not writing a ticket. (My Thai friends never worry about getting stopped for drunk driving for some. strange. reason.) This seems to have actually happened a little over 100 meters from the "entrance to Soi Buakhao", as they are just past the Tops mini-market (coming from Pattaya Klang). And it was at 5am. A little late to be picking teerak up after her shift at the bar. Though back in the "old days" ('08/'09) I recall many a night where we'd close out the bars on Walking Street at 3:30 am then sit in front of a restaurant one of our guys owned. A guy with a "portable bar" would set up at the (closed) entrance to the restaurant and we'd have a couple drinks and watch all the girls - and drunk tourists - stagger down the street on their way home. Round about first light (just before sunrise) we'd hop on our bikes and ride home. (No alcohol checks back then and literally no cops anywhere to be seen at all at that time of the morning.) (Nowadays if I'm going out drinking I'll get a mototaxi to take me downtown and another to bring me home afterwards. 2-300 baht for moto taxis sure beats a 20,000 baht fine !) And one would have to see the CCTV images to determine what really happened. (The Tops mini-store, the weed shop and the V&M Terrace hotel - where it seems this accident actually happened - all seem to have CCTVs. Whether they actually work is another question though.) -
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Thai woman defends drunk foreign boyfriend in Pattaya crash
The Singaporean driver registered over 100 on the intoximeter, just been on Thai news Ch32 -
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Bad experience teaching in Thailand
"Not sure why you went down the kindergarten route, as the CELTA course is specifically for teaching English to adults." I read far enough to know the answer to this one, no job offers. -
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Chinese Model Mysteriously Disappears at Thai-Myanmar Border
No great loss...fairly sure that the loss of Chinese tourists would be devastating for Thailand tourist industry. -
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Thai woman defends drunk foreign boyfriend in Pattaya crash
Thai news this morning reported, its her husband and he's from Singapore, so not a Farang. -
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Yes, Virginia, Donald J. Trump WILL be the first convicted felon to become U.S. president
And he was convicted of neither. I would not be surprised that, when all this shakes out, that Trump is exonerated of both and they are removed from the history books. -
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Thai woman defends drunk foreign boyfriend in Pattaya crash
That is true love. Defending her cash register. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 11 January 2025
Pattaya Left Behind in Thailand's 'Premium' Tourism Upgrade Strategy File photo ANALYSIS In a move causing a stir among the tourism community, Thailand's Prime Minister recently unveiled plans to elevate Phuket to "premium" tourist status, seemingly leaving Pattaya in the shadows. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1348532-pattaya-left-behind-in-thailands-premium-tourism-upgrade-strategy/ -
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Pattaya Left Behind in Thailand's 'Premium' Tourism Upgrade Strategy
File photo ANALYSIS In a move causing a stir among the tourism community, Thailand's Prime Minister recently unveiled plans to elevate Phuket to "premium" tourist status, seemingly leaving Pattaya in the shadows. This decision positions Phuket as a primary international hub, celebrated for hosting significant tourist events and benefiting from substantial private sector investment. This strategic push is aimed at capitalising on the thousands of tourists flocking directly to Phuket and bolstering its appeal through projects tackling urban challenges like traffic congestion, waste management, and organised crime, writes Barry Kenyon for Pattaya Mail Instructions have been issued to local Phuket authorities to initiate innovative solutions for these urban issues, like community-led recycling efforts and promoting sustainable tourism. The president of the Phuket Tourism Association has joyfully embraced this designation, seeing it as a pathway to enhanced global attractiveness and economic growth. However, Pattaya, a long-standing competitor to Phuket in the tourism sector, finds itself conspicuously missing from this "premium" narrative despite boasting many similar attributes. The term "premium," often thrown around in tourism circuits, lacks formal definition and has been criticised for its ambiguity. This isn't the first time the label has caused a fuss. Back in 2018, Pattaya had its moment of triumph when Democrat Party deputy leader Korn Chatikavanij expressed a vision for the city to become a "premium" resort destination—albeit to rally support for the party's local election candidates. Pattaya's exclusion from the new "premium" label should perhaps be taken with a pinch of salt. The city can effortlessly hold its own against Phuket, both in terms of tourist draw, bustling events, and tackling the same urban issues concerning traffic and waste. The notion of "premium" tourism has faced scrutiny from figures like former Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who urged a move away from low-cost tourism to lure in higher-spending visitors. In light of this, Pattaya's stakeholders might find solace in ignoring labels and continuing to focus on the tangible qualities that have established the city as a staple on Thailand's tourist map. Perhaps it's time to retire the vague "premium" tag to the realms of marketing, alongside ice cream promotions and exclusive visa privileges. Pattaya remains a vibrant, competitive destination, with or without the label, offering a unique blend of attractions capable of captivating a global audience. -- 2025-01-11
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