Pattaya Restaurants
From time to time as chefs move around. The Royal Cliff maintains a consistently high standard that has won it many prizes. Benjarong (in the…
August 2015
Pattaya – Some People Never Want To Leave
Since its transformation from a small fishing village into Asia’s most popular seaside resort, Pattaya has played host (and been home) to some wild and…
Pattaya – a Faded Beauty
For a brief period in the mid- to late 1970s, Pattaya reigned supreme as Thailand’s premier beach resort. It was the destination for Bangkok’s growing…
Thai Menu Sampler
Though most menus include translations in English, it’s a good idea to learn these basics. Plus, the terms below may be the only Thai you…
Weather and What to Wear
Thailand has roughly three seasons: a cool season running from November through February (this is the best time) a hot one from March through June…
Telephone Numbers
Phone numbers in Bangkok are seven digits long, while those in the provinces are only six digits. The area code for all numbers in Bangkok…
Street Smarts
The general rule is: don’t talk to strangers. Touts, acting as nice guys out for a stroll, try to rip off tourists with schemes for…
Bargaining in Thailand
Except in department stores, hotels and restaurants (even food stalls), haggling will get prices down. The rule is: bargain with the boss, not the hired…