Pattaya – The Practical Guide (2026-2027 Edition) – PDF ebook

Pattaya is far better than its reputation.

Pattaya – The Practical Guide is the up-to-date, practical guide to enjoying Pattaya stress-free: beaches, islands, temples, markets, food and nightlife, explained without taboos, with prices in baht and the traps to avoid.

WHAT'S INSIDE (21 chapters, 85 pages)

- Planning and arriving: visas, seasons, budget, transfers from Bangkok and the airports

- Getting around: songthaews (baht buses), Grab and Bolt, scooters, boats to Koh Larn

- Neighbourhood by neighbourhood: Central Pattaya and Walking Street, Soi 6, Naklua and Wong Amat, Pratumnak, Jomtien and Na Jomtien

- Beaches, islands and day trips: Koh Larn, Koh Samet, the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch, Tiger Park, Khao Chi Chan

- Eating in Pattaya: night markets, seafood, Isan food, the Michelin Guide

- Going out: cabarets, bars and nightlife, how hostess bars really work

- Local etiquette, safety, health and the law

- Itineraries from 1 to 7 days

ALSO INCLUDED

- 5 maps: the districts, the region, getting around, Koh Larn, Jomtien

- Photos taken on the spot

- A basic Thai phrasebook

- A practical directory: emergency numbers, hospitals, embassies, immigration office

Written by Mr Schaka, a Belgian author who spends part of the year in Thailand.

Format: PDF ebook, instant download after purchase. Readable on phone, tablet, e-reader and computer.