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Living in Pattaya
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Pattaya is possibly the most enigmatic city in Thailand. It has been described as a city of sin by some, a beach paradise by others. In fact every one can find one`s own niche without being disturbed by others. |
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More than any other cities in Thailand, Pattaya has the most developed western infrastructure, that makes Pattaya so attractive for the visitor from all around the world. Living in the middle of exotic culture, one still can enjoy things, he or she used to have at home. In this meaning Pattaya is "home" away from home, but a nice drive down the coast brings the visitor back into contact with Thailand. Sattahip, Chantaburi and Trat are much more traditional. |
Pattaya is probably has more beer bars per square kilometer than any city in Thailand.Also Pattaya has beach front promenades, quiet bistros,more than 20 fine golf courses, excellent sports clubs, lighted bowling allays, scuba diving, etc |
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For those who need a regular fix of western food and shopping, Pattaya is the place. For the golfer, it`s heaven.
ATMs are everywhere. Currency exchanges are common. Most of business points accept all major credit cards.
Getting acquainted in Pattaya is relatively easy. Several local newspapers in English, German, French, Scandinavian languages and even Russian coming out regulary. Number of organizations gather people of common interests:
Expats Club of Pattaya
Francophone Jean De La Fontaine
Free Masons, Lodge Pattaya West Winds
Pattaya Bridge Club
Pattaya Business & Tourism Assn (PBTA)
Pattaya Sports Club
Pattaya International Ladies Club
Pattaya Panthers Rugby Club
Rotary Club of Jomtien
Rotary Club of Pattaya
UK Club of Pattaya
Pattaya has it all... From sidewalk food carts to elegant restaurants with extensive wine list. Noodle shops, open front Thai style eateries offering every imaginable cuisine.
Pattaya has numerous markets. There are several large westernized stores. "Lotus", "Big C" and "Carrefour" are superstores while Foodland and Tops are well stocked supermarkets. "Royal Garden Plaza", "Mike Shopping Mall", "Central Festival Center", "Outlet Mall" are for bit higher fashion shopping and places for a daytime socialising.
Pattaya has several international standard hospitals:
Pattaya International Hospital
Pattaya Memorial Hospital
Bangkok-Pattaya Hospital
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